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Old Traditions New Sounds
Jacob Young
Jacob Young is a guitarist, bandleader, improviser and jazz composer whose sensibilities have been shaped both by the history of the music as it has unfolded in the North and by his deep knowledge of the American jazz tradition. At the age of 12 he took up the guitar and was, initially, self-taught on the instrument. After studying music at the University of Oslo, he received a scholarship to the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in Manhattan. His years there "were devoted to learning the standard jazz repertoire as a starting point for a broader understanding of improvised harmonic music." Young's principal teacher was the great guitarist Jim Hall (Jacob's warm, glowing, rounded tone acknowledges the influence ), with whom he studied both privately and in ensemble settings. He also took lessons with John Abercrombie (who later praised his "great playing in and out of the tradition") and studied jazz composition.
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So you are going through that phase of your life which many have described as the most important phase of a woman's life... Needless to say you are experiencing a very different set of emotions. And you have a hell lot of questions in your mind. Well, worrying is a natural part of being a mother. From now on you will be always (happily) worried about your baby. Welcome to motherhood!!
Although it is natural to be worried but do remember that this is indeed a very beautiful phase of your life. Moreover what and how you feel it gets transmitted to your baby. Below I have summarized some of the common questions we all (or most of us) think about and also some indicators of when you should see your doctor.
Although it is natural to be worried but do remember that this is indeed a very beautiful phase of your life. Moreover what and how you feel it gets transmitted to your baby. Below I have summarized some of the common questions we all (or most of us) think about and also some indicators of when you should see your doctor.
- What should I eat or not eat - When it comes to eating during pregnancy every community has some good and bad defined. Some say No to caffeine, some say no to papaya, some say eat olives more and so on. As far as I have observed pregnancy is such a naturally managed thing that a pregnant woman will herself develop aversions from all the bad stuff. As a general suggestion we can eat everything in moderation. You can try to avoid caffeine (it is present in cold drinks also) and junk food but once in a while, especially if you are craving then you can safely go ahead. You can also try to avoid food that cause constipation or stomach gas because although harmless but if you get stomach ache you will not know the reason.
- Can I smoke - I think you already know the answer somewhere in your heart. Smoking is a big No during pregnancy. It may have some serious side effects on the baby or the mother.
- Can I drink wine - Well this is a tricky question. Some people say occasional wine is fine. By occasional i mean once in a month. For some its a big No for wine too. I personally dont recommend as any amount of alcohol going inside the body may be harmful for the fetus. But still if you want I would suggest to ask your doctor and follow his recommendation
- Can I put on makeup - All makeup these days have lead and other chemicals in them. But again nothing has been proven yet. So again it depends on you, if you are used to putting on makeup and would feel dull otherwise can put on little mascara, liner and lipstick. The good thing is anyways during pregnancy your skin is glowing with the healthy nutrition supply.
- Can I take medicines - Self - medication are not recommended during pregnancy. So if you have headache, tooth ache, back ache or any other health issue please see your doctor before taking anything. Even for home remedies please consult someone elderly in your family as not all of them are recommended during pregnancy.
- Should I do some exercise - Yes of course. In fact some mild exercise will be good during this time. But no need to take pressure, if you are too tired or dont get time little walks daily would also be enough. If you want to explore your exercise options during pregnancy you can see this site.
- What if I have caeserian - Normally we all avoid caesarian (or c-section) unless we already had one and voluntarily opt for it. But if you want a normal delivery and your doctor has started giving you hints that you may need to go for caesarian that Ok too. with advanced technology and research in this area these days caesarian are not that risky. In fact doctors go for it only to keep mothers and kids safe.
- Am I putting on too much weight - Yes you are. Should I be worried - No not at all. The average weight a woman puts on during pregnancy is 12 Kgs. But if you are eating healthy and drinking water regularly then there is no need to be worried even if you are putting more than that. In most of the cases it is water retention. If at all it is a concern then your doctor will suggest you some diet changes. but again worrying will only add on to your weight (remember same thing happens in pre-pregnancy time). So stop worrying and bring back that smile on your face.
- Can I go on vacation - Yes you can go but make sure it is relaxing one and not hectic. Your body is already doing a lot of hard work so dont do too many activities that will exhaust you more. Do talk to your doctor about your plans and if you need to take some precautions/medicines. Normally the safest period is 2nd trimester of your pregnancy.
- If you see any drop of blood when you pee.
- If you get stomach discomfort
- If you have stopped feeling baby movements from long time
- If your water breaks/leaks
- If you sense something is not right - Trust your intuition and if you feel something is not right then dont hesitate to see your doctor.


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Women, the epitome of strength and power is harassed and troubled by the society and always has been co modified by our male chauvinistic society. She has been a long victim of alienation imposed on her by devious people with vested interests. Men would behave as if they owned her, and other toyed with her. And yet, with all these something laws, she still manages to take up cudgels and put a daunting flight with indomitable spirit and commendable courage against the most regressive patriarchy with the objective of attaining her due freedom from this cooped up social; drudgery, it is really disheartening to see that even after more than six decades of independence, women still needs to liberate. If it were in my hands, I'd definitely want men to see what women go through. To literally breathe and live like a women for one days and I'm sure they wouldn't be able to take it. The amount she struggles, the entire problem she goes through and the pains she overcomes it something that no one but a women can go through.
Freeing women is freeing half of the human race because they represent a half of the population. Education is important for everyone but when it comes to a women its importance becomes even more prominent. It is very important of education a women, rather I would say more important than educating a man, because the women's education will determine how good a bad and how irrational or sensible our next generation would be. Thus the importance of education in a women's life must not be underestimated and every possible recourses must be provided to make sure she gets the required qualification and temperament important for her well-being as well as for the well-being of the society.
Dev Samaj, under the strong psychic influence of its most worshipful Founder, Bhagwan Dev Atma took daring steps to build a Social Structure where women could enjoy respectable position, free from the gender bias, Bhagwan Bev Atma gave equal rights and status to women with men while adopting many social reforms in this regard like, recognition of girl Child, monogamy, window-remarriage, dowry less marriages etc. the Dev Samaj considers women education essential for their social, moral and Spiritual upliftment. The illustrious Founder sets a golden example in childhood when feeling strongly that education was as good for girl as for boys, he started teaching his two women relatives in the sixties of 19th century . Following with the foot marks of his Holiness Bhagwan Dev Atma, the dev Samaj society has made all out endoovers with missionary zeal to put permanent end to the evillaa against women.
Dev Samaj College Education for Women, an Institution par execellence is scaling unseen, unheard Heights under the stewardship of Secretary, college Managing Committee Dr. (Mrs) Madhu Prashar, a dedicated devotee of Dev Dharam and women of substance. Women of unflinching courage and unstoppable zeal she has transformed DSCEW from and ordinary college to a hub of learning, from courses to careers providing the widest choice of academic and vocational programmers in a backward border town. A lady of conviction and forethought, she knew that today's women need not just education but Empowerment also.
I congratulate DSCEW for having done us proud by reaccreditation with grade-A and I wish that one day despite its constraints of being in a remote place it would rise to the highest pinnacle of glory and excellence in the field of education.


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What: Shares of Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE:BTU) rocketed higher in early morning trading, up more than 40% by midmorning. Fueling today's rise is a report that it's hired a bank to help restructure its debt, and a whole lot of short covering.
So what: Yesterday afternoon, Bloomberg reported that Peabody Energy had hired investment bank Lazard to advise the company on how it should restructure its $6.3 billion in debt. It's a restructuring that would be handled outside of bankruptcy, according to the report. The report also said that the company is talking with creditors on ways to cut its debt, including debt-for-equity swaps or convertible notes.
With bankruptcy seemingly off the table, at least for now, short-sellers are scurrying for the exits. With 34.5% of the company's outstanding shares sold short, this run to the exit is leading to a lot of buying, which is sending shares skyrocketing.
Now what: Peabody isn't out of the woods just yet. The company has a mountain of debt to still overcome, and any debt-for-equity swaps could lead to some serious dilution for current investors. Furthermore, the coal market isn't yet showing any signs of healing. Investors really should just watch this one from the sidelines, as Peabody's stock will likely continue to be very, very volatile and could still end up stopping at zero before all is said and done.
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Hi Everyone,
Yes I go see my teen movies, don't judge me. Vampire Academy is based off the series by Richelle Mead. The movie was directed by Mark Waters and screenplay by Daniel Waters.
IMDB Story Line: Rose Hathaway (Zoey Deutch) is a dhampir, half-vampire and half-human, who is training to be a guardian at St Vladimir's Academy along with many others like her. There are good and bad vampires in their world: Moroi, who co-exist peacefully among the humans and only take blood from donors, and also possess the ability to control one of the four elements - water, earth, fire or air; and Strigoi, blood-sucking, evil vampires who drink to kill. Rose and other dhampir guardians are trained to protect Moroi and kill Strigoi throughout their education.
Along with her best friend, Princess Vasilisa Dragomir (Lucy Fry), a Moroi and the last of her line, with whom she has an unbreakable bond. Rose tried to run away from St Vladimir's, in order to protect Lissa from those who wish to harm the princess and use her for their own means but was dragged back to the school and is now faced with gossip, teen vampire mean girls, and a hot guardian trainer by the name of Dimitri Belikov (Danila Kozlovsky).
My Thoughts: I made sure to read the books prior to the movie being released so I was prepared. I know the movies can never live up to the books but sometimes a movie can stand on its on. This movie did an okay job. There were points that I just wanted to stand up and fill in the blanks that were left out.
Deutch did a great job as Rose. I felt the appropriate amount of sass and stupidity was conveyed on screen. Deutch did not push it too far and was a believable character. Fry as Lissa is a different story. In the beginning I could not connect with the character but once she started to use her powers the actress became stronger in the role. She properly settled into the role of vampire princess and I started to root for her relationship with Christian Ozera (Dominic Sherwood).
The annoying Natalie is played by Sarah Hyland from the hit show The Middle. She does a great job as Natalie and somehow is able to down play how truly beautiful she is in real life. Rose and Lissa also had to face the head of the mean girls, Mia Rinaldi (Sammi Gayle). The actress was chosen well as she had the little kid look down but was the appropriate level of mean and petty.
The Christian and Lissa story line worked for me as the actors picked for the roles worked well together on screen. The Dimitri and Rose story line did not work for me at all. I understand Dimitri is supposed to be older and forbidden fruit but he appeared too old for Rose and became a little creepy. He was not cute enough and did not bring the character to life. If they decide to make the next book into a movie they should replace Dimitri.
Overall the move stayed true to the book which is always good. I enjoyed the fight scenes and Rose is a strong female character. I think there is room for growth but overall the movie was okay. I cannot say it was bad but I wished for more. I must admit they did a great job of poking fun at themselves at times and had a Buffy the Vampire Slayer feel. I think there is potential if they continue the series.
Leave your thoughts about the movie in the comments.
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Paleo Diet: 21 Days To Rapid Fat Loss, Laser Sharpe Focus And Becoming Superhuman – Lose Up To 20 Pounds In 21 days (Includes The Very BEST Fat Burning Recipes – FAT LOSS CRACKED)
WARNING: This is the end of your fat loss journey, and the beginning of your new lean self.
You're going to watch your body change, you're going to lose weight, feel better, look better, have more energy, reduce pain, boost your sex drive, prevent disease — and your going to see the results ALL in the next 21 days.
It will work on people of any weight, any body shape and any body type.
Interested? Keep reading…
You might be surprised to hear this but Paleo Is Not Really a "Diet" At All! It's really a return to the type of eating your body naturally craves and was designed for. And that's why it works.
It's based on how we humans evolved for literally millions of years. And takes us back to our origins. A time when nobody got fat. When we were all strong, lean and had boundless energy. And when there were no degenerative diseases.
The strategies in this book are so simple, so easy to implement and so powerful… That it will probably sound so unbelievable when you first read about it.
This weight destroying method will deliver you a total body changeover without any supplements, sweaty workouts or overpriced ineffective weight loss pills.
Are you ready to flip your body's "hidden" fat loss switch Into overdrive
In the next few weeks the results you will see in the mirror are going to be indisputable. You will likely wonder how this got past you all these years!
I have designed this book to take anyone from absolute beginner to expert (and anywhere in between) so you can discover which foods to avoid and which to eat in plentiful supply to help properly nourish and support anti-aging, long lasting weight loss, an abundance of natural energy and a improved mood.
What you get is powerful information that is easy to follow, pleasant to use and designed to give you maximum effectiveness in minimum time.
What are some of the benefits can you expect when you follow this program
- Younger looking skin, with less wrinkles, discolouration and acne
- Protect your brain and heart health…
- Rapid weight loss with NO exercise needed
- Inches of reduction in body measurements overall
- Heal your joints and calm the inflammation inside of your body…
- A better night's sleep, and easier time waking up
- An increase in energy levels without the need for caffeine or stimulants
- Kill your cravings for junk food and sugar while boosting your metabolism…
Here is a sample of the powerful techniques you will learn to master:
- A new understanding of foods, and how they impact your fat loss and health
- A complete Paleo Diet Shopping List to get you started with your 21 day action plan
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Running a small business isn't as easy as many would think. Even if you're running a low income business from home to be flexible for your family, you still need to put a lot of time and effort into it. There's also the chance that a hundred other people in your town are doing the same thing, so you'll always have competition there, ready to take over you when you drop the ball. If you want your business to stay afloat, you really have to work at it. Here's how you can do it.
Take Care of Yourself
You can't run a business if you're burnt out. You may be excited to push your business further, or you may be inundated with deadlines, but you need to take a break every now and then. You'll be able to give your business the best if you're looking after yourself. Make sure you take breaks every day and book time off during the year to recharge your batteries. If you don't, you risk having to take time off during critical times because you've worked too hard and made yourself ill.
Invest in Tech
There aren't many businesses, if any, that can survive without an online presence anymore. Technology is advancing and changing every day, so it's important to keep up with it. If you don't, you risk missing something that could increase your productivity dramatically. If you need IT support, you won't be the first or the last. Just make sure you don't miss out on innovative ideas that your business could use to grow. If your business stays stuck in the past, your profits may stay there too.
Your Clients Are Your Best Friends
One of the biggest reasons for small businesses failing is that they don't make enough effort to develop relationships with their clients. You need your clients to survive, but if they're getting more attention from your competitor, why should they come to you? Developing relationships with your clients won't just mean that they feel special, it will also allow you to gather vital information. This information could be used to predict what your clients will need from you next or what products are worth investing in.
Stay Relevant
Out of sight, out of mind. If you're only advertising on social media once a week, your customers are going to forget you exist. The world of online marketing is vast and it's a tool all small business must use to stay afloat.
Stay in your client's minds by posting on social media regularly, adding your clients to a mailing list and delivering fresh content, like blog and videos, to your website every week. How many times have you bought something because an advert popped in front of you? Your clients are exactly the same. If they see it, they're more likely to buy it.
Staying afloat requires the same kind of creativity you used to start your business in the first place. Be innovative and passionate, and your customers will remain intrigued.


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ON MENTAL ILLNESS: It's Okay to be Mentally Ill, But You're Not Allowed to Act Crazy
An acquaintance with bipolar is having a manic episode, and one of his reasons for distress is that people aren't that kind toward him. They cannot handle his behavior, and some of the people he deals with are downright condemnatory, because of how he is acting. People continue to expect that this person will follow social norms, and will behave in a manner that is accommodating toward them. This man points out the fact that people sorely lack adequate understanding of his problems. And this includes people who really ought to be helpful, such as fellow mental health consumers, and mental health professionals.
Most people can not deal with "crazy." People are taught to be organized, to be conformist, to be "normal." When someone behaves in a manner outside of what is expected, they are subject to ostracism, and they are subject to other repercussions.
The nearly universal expectation is that everyone behaves according to the accepted norm. People could often be considered mentally ill for merely being different, or for behaving in ways that people don't normally behave. This is aside from people who are gravely disabled or who pose a threat. Going into a drugstore and being confused isn't against the law. However, there are laws against "disorderly conduct." If we are seen as a nuisance to people, it may not go well for us.
Society has rules and expectations. If we decide that society is wrong and we're right, then we are not going to get cooperation, and we will end up in a bad scenario. While some people may actually "know better" than the rest of society, it is necessary to realize that society is bigger than we are, and we need to act in a way that is expected if we are going to exist.
Certainly, I want to bring up that it is unjust that most of society has too many expectations and doesn't tolerate uniqueness enough. However, a lot of this has to do with how we package things. Almost any weirdness is palatable or even popular if we give it the right packaging and present it in ways that are deemed appropriate. This is just how people function.
Even being a delusional schizophrenic can be put in packaging that allows others to tolerate, or even embrace. When we buy food at a grocery store, or when we buy a book or an electronic item, impression is everything. When we get dental work or cosmetic surgery, much of it is about how we perceive ourselves. We could have dental flaws or body flaws, and if they don't cause pain, it may not be urgent to get them resolved. If they present a problem in appearance, many people would find it distressing.
Another thing is labels. If we act "crazy" in public, we become categorized as weird. If people commonly acted "weird," it would lose the "weird" label, and would be an accepted mode of behavior. If acting weird made people wealthy, it would automatically be acceptable.
However, as it stands, when we are symptomatic, many people do not want to deal with us. This is harsh, and it causes suffering. What can we do about this? Maybe we can cultivate more patience, and become more non-assuming. Other than that, if you see someone who is apparently down and out, just mentally put yourself in his or her shoes. Try to think of how you would feel if you were in that situation. This could cause you to have compassion, something that today's culture has all but abandoned.


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|MHE and Me
|Kornel's Story
|My name is Korneliusz, but friends call me Kornel. I am 9 years old. I live in Gdansk in Poland with my parents, rabbit Dipsy .
Gdansk is the Polish maritime capital with the population nearing half a million. It is a large centre of economic life, science, culture, and a popular tourist destination. The thousand-year-old Gdansk is considered as the most monument-abounding city of the "Baltic Europe".
I was diagnosed with MHE when I was 2 years old. Now. I had my surgery when I was 3 years old, and I had a bump removed from my right wrist. A bump from my right wrist is bigger than before the operation. Now, I have bumps just about everywhere on my body. It hurts a lot sometimes.
I try to live a full life. I love participating in swimming and hockey. I like to travel and I like photography and origami. I collect models of trains and books with trains. Another one of my pastimes is playing the guitar and computer .
I am learning English.
The one thing I miss is knowing other kids with MHE.
Please come and visit my web page!:
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There are endless discussions about how technology is changing the whole world. Countless articles have been written about how the biggest inventions of mankind have had their far-reaching effects on every aspect of life.
However this article specifically talks about one invention that has been a progenitor of the biggest changes in the way human lives, sees and perceives things. Computers are undoubtedly the most important invention of not only 21st century, but since the industrial revolution took place.
It is an invention that has increased the pace of human progression and made him truly superior than all other races combined. Although it is said that a human brain is fastest supercomputer in the world, but the technological advancement has been at such a rapid pace that within 60 years of being invented, today's computer replicate the human brain in every single sense.
Considering all these facts, it is easy to realise that compute literacy is one of the biggest thrust areas of human development and prominently figures in any short-term as well as long-term development plan of an organization, a business, or even a whole country.
Computer Literacy: Means, needs and methods
The know-how and ability to operate computers and related technology efficiently, ranging from primary to advanced skills is inclusive of Computer Literacy. This is a definition that can vary from person to person, as some do not consider a person who by and large is only limited to using computers for data-entry purposes using programs like MS Word or Notepad a true computer literate person.
The ability to handle new programs, understand their functioning without spending too much time in specialised training also proves the computer aptitude of a person. There is a level of computer literacy that one must achieve to become significantly superior to the computer-ignorant person. This level depends on the society, economy and one's place in social hierarchy.
Not every country has the same levels of technology penetration and society standards; therefore the need of computer literates also varies accordingly. Developed countries consider computer literacy as one of the basic requirement to be employed as the dependency on computers for work is very high there. Many traditional work like writing, reading, which generally do not require any digital medium are now performed using computing devices.
This means that computers have become more and more common-place and the concept of computer literacy now encompasses more than the knowledge of just basic functionalities. These countries now consider multimedia literacy as a more relevant concept.
India: Disrupting the Digital World
The computer is such a ubiquitous device that it is hard to imagine a city, an office, a country still carrying on without it. India has been particularly impressive in adopting the latest technologies and has almost a comparable level of computer literacy with some of the developed countries. Although still considered a third world country, the country has progressed by leaps and bounds in the field of technology.
Most of the engineers at top technological firms like Google and others in the Silicon Valley are of Indian origin or a part of the brain drain from India. It would not be wrong to assume that its India's upper hand in technology which has led to its inclusion in exclusive groups such as G8, which were a bastion for only so called first world countries. Much of the credit to this enhanced level of computer awareness can be given to the crop of top educational institutes like IITs, NITs.
These educational institutions produce the next crop of world class engineers. Even if a student is not able to make it to professional engineering courses, institutes like Aptech Computer Education come to their rescue offering affordable and cutting-edge computer training of all sorts giving a head-start to their career in computer, which in turn reflects in the country's technological and economic development.
What Else Needs To Be Done?
The technology is growing at a pace, that in few years from now, it would be difficult even for the computer aware people itself to catch up with the progress. Therefore it is necessary to ensure that each and every person of the young generation gets his or her due share of computer literacy. It is a necessity borne out of contemporary trends and economic scenario.
Various programmes with the aide of government can help, along-with opening of more private training centres. In this online era, when every daily chore is made convenient by Internet, having no knowledge of computers is nothing short than a sin.
Everyday we hear of online exams, online shopping, online gaming and so much more that it seems that a world without any physical boundaries leveraging just on the power of internet is eminent. Therefore is computer literacy is not given its due than playing the catching up game with competitors would be tough.
Saurabh Tyagi loves to write on topics related to career, education, real estate, Law Colleges in Noida, Management Courses and technology. He is a specialist writer, with an experience of over 4 years in writing content.


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Yesterday, which was on a Monday, was such a giftful day.
Before the Ladurée, down the mail, came a beautiful image. Because it is, to begin with, a birthday gift for my friend, from her lover more than friend and then, to continue with, a 'have a nice day' gift for us.
It's more of a girly exciting stuff, but I know he appreciates the colors of the bouquet, so I can post it knowing it's a match for this beardly croissantish deal we've got going for ourselves in here.
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The iPad is a revolutionary product; even Oprah agrees! If you are new to using an iPad, you may be a little intimidated by exactly how much it can do. Read on to find out some simple tips and tricks to make your iPad experience even better.
When you use your iPad for listening to music, playing games, or streaming movies, your battery life will be significantly decreased. You can change the brightness on your screen to do this. You will discover that the brightest settings are rarely necessary.
Should your iPad freeze, you can reboot it by performing a soft reset. Hold both the home and power buttons to get your device to reload. This will make the device restart. To fix a frozen app, simply hold the home button one or two seconds.
iPad's iOS supports folders now. To utilize this feature, tap the app you want to until it begins to shake, then drag it where you want to drop it. You will then have a folder with both applications together, sporting the same of the application category. You can rename these folders.
There is a place where you can change the settings to look at more lines of preview text in your email Under Settings, navigate to Mail, and look for the Preview setting. Change the preview feature to increase the lines you see. You will now see more lines of the email while in the inbox.
Don't use the iPhone charger for the iPad if you don't have enough time. The iPad has a totally different wattage than the iPhone (10 watts compared to 5 watts). If you use that iPhone battery charger, it will be twice the time to charge. Use the charger that came with your iPad instead.
Do you want to get rid of the chime when you receive a new email? This can be turned off! Go to the settings and tap on general. You should then select the Sounds menu. Turn off the chime or adjust the volume of it.
If you have concerns about people accessing the private info on your iPad you can select settings that will delete all of your data after several failed password attempts. If they don't get it right, the iPad is factory fresh again.
If you need Google Calendar to work with your iPad, get into your mail and then contacts followed by calendars. You need to go to the area that allows you to add an additional account, then hit Other. Tap that you wish to Add CalDAV Account and then put in the information for Google. Then you have to go from the settings app to the calendar app. All that you need should be right there.
When you get your iPad it is set to only show the first two lines of any given message in the preview mode. This can often help to see content before opening the email. Just access your Setting and the select Mail. Open the mail tab in the settings app, then navigate to Contacts > Calendar. Once there, choose the number of lines to preview using the "preview mail" option.
There is an interesting way that you can turn off the sound on your device. Hold the volume-down key for a couple of seconds. This is much quicker than trying to adjust the volume over and over again. When you want to restore the volume, simply hold down the button again.
If you are in the habit of reading the instruction manual for everything that you buy, you need to know that the iPad's manual is only available via download. Apple has a minimalist approach towards their products.
You will find that iPads now have an easy way to be muted. There was no mute button available when the iPad was originally introduced. With the iOS 4.3, you can now use the lock switch to mute the sound. Hold down the volume-down button to mute your iPad.
By using shortcuts, sending messages is easy. You can add a full stop and a space by tapping on the space button twice. You can save time by doing these things automatically instead of manually, so that you can easily send messages to more of your friends.
As a parent, you can adjust the parental controls for your kids in the settings area. Under settings, you can limit how much mature content they can see. It is possible to block pornography, "R" rated movies and pages with bad words on them.
You should know what kind of care an iPad needs. First of all, keep your iPad out of direct sunlight and don't leave it locked inside your hot car. This will decrease the performance of the battery. Avoid placing it near liquids. It is also wise to purchase a padded cover to provide added protection for your iPad.
Copying and pasting text the iPad is simple. Tap the text and hold down on it if you wish to copy it. A menu will pop up allowing you to select that sentence. All you have to do is tap it once and then copy. Then you simply tap and click Paste.
Take the time to set up your contacts in FaceTime. Facetime can then sync up the information that you input with your contact. Go to the settings area on your iPad and set up your FaceTime for numbers and emails.
Onine forums can be great if you have difficulty operating your iPad. There are quite a few sites out there that offer forums for iPads, and they will have people on them that may be able to help you. Sign up and talk to the member for information that will help you become an expert user.
If you are on the Internet constantly you can use the cloud storage for your iPad. This is the best way to store your information while saving space on the hard drive for the iPad. Make sure you store your most critical items on the cloud as well as the device.
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You can paste and copy text using the iPad. Tap the text and hold down on it if you wish to copy it. A menu will pop up allowing you to select that sentence. When the text appears highlighted in yellow, you can select copy. Simply tap, hold and select paste to apply the highlighted text.
If you are doing photography with the iPad, watch out if you are holding it by the sides. If you do this, the shutter button will wobble naturally due to your body movements. To get around this issue, use the orientation lock instead. The shutter button will be easier to access since it will be near your thumb. Once you've taken the pictures, use an application like Photoshop to edit them.
Choose the functionality you'd like for the lock switch, orientation lock or audio mute. Earlier version of the iPad didn't have this feature. If you are using iOS 4.3 or beyond, you have this ability. Holding the volume-down button will mute your iPad.
Do you want your lock key to stop your tablet screen from turning, or to mute the sound? Earlier version of the iPad didn't have this feature. You need to have iOS 4.3 or greater. Holding down your iPad's volume-down button also mutes the device.
Tabs can help you browse more efficiently. You don't necessarily have to leave your current webpage to follow links. Hold your link rather than tapping it to see a menu of options. Select "Open Link in New Tab" and you'll be able to go back whenever you wish.
To see a list of running and recently-used apps, double click the home button. This action with show you a bar of all of your running apps. To access them, all you have to do is press the icon. This will help you to compartmentalize all of your applications.
You can listen to your home iTunes library from your iPad. You don't even have to download all your songs again. Simply enable "Home Sharing" in iTunes and on your iPad. In your iPad's music app, tap More, then Shared. This makes it simple to enjoy your favorite songs!
If you have music stored in the cloud on iTunes, you can listen to it on your iPad. If you're already a member of iTunes, and don't wish to get your songs downloaded again, you will find that there's an easy way to get to them. Use the "Home Sharing" mode on iTunes and your iPad. Then visit your chosen music app on your iPad, select More and follow that by selecting Shared. This makes it simple to enjoy your favorite songs!
Security is key to iPad safety. You could lose it accidentally at any time, and it stores a great deal of sensitive information, such as phone numbers, emails, addresses and maybe even bank account information.
Manage your notifications. Whenever you have numerous apps, there are always notifications coming through, which can be very annoying. Go to Settings, then Notifications. By controlling your notifications, you can avoid constant alerts. That keeps alerts to only the most important notifications.
Do you get tired eyes from reading books on your tablet? This is easily remedied by adjusting the brightness level to a lower setting. You can access your brightness settings by going to the settings menu, or in the app itself.
There are many online communities for iPad users. There is much you can learn from others who utilize this tool in various ways. Also, you can share some of the things that you learned about the iPad. Should you ever run into issues with regard to your iPad, a forum such as this can assist you in resolving them.
There are two ways to view a PDF. PDFs can be placed in iTunes and synced with the iPad, or they can be emailed to your own account. Use both methods so you can determine which one is best for you, or make use of both as you see fit.
Worried about screen scratches? While the iPad can take quite a bit of damage, if you start to notice small scratches, then it may be time to put a protector on your device. This protects the iPad, but it also keeps your fingers from getting tiny cuts.
Did you want to hook up your iPad to the TV in order to use it more often? If you wish to do this you will need to purchase a separate adapter. You want an Apple VGA adapter or a digital AV adapter. Both will work out just fine.
It is important to protect your children's safety when they use an iPad to surf the web. Go to settings, then click on the option labeled restrictions. When you get there, hit your "enable restrictions" button. This will reduce the chances that your child will look at inappropriate material. Access to adult content in both websites and videos will be forbidden.
Street View is available on the iPad's Google Maps app. Search and a red pin will show up on your map. Touch the pin and then chose the icon that looks like a person and you will have street view.
Now you can be a master at using your iPad. You will get the most use out of your new iPad if you know about all its features. Learn as much as possible about your iPad and you will become able to use your iPad for a lot more things.
You should turn on the iPad finding feature in case you lose your iPad. This feature will locate your iPad and let you delete information as needed remotely. It may seem annoying now, however you will be grateful if the iPad is ever lost.


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Teachings in "Words Mean Things"
Words Mean Things: Monogenes
August 12, 2017 Spencer Stewart Son of God John Words Mean Things
I grew up rejecting the old-school translation of monogenēs as "only begotten" (and, unknowingly, the doctrine of the Son's "eternal generation"). But I've been introduced with reasons to rethink it.View Teaching
Words Mean Things: Glory
July 31, 2017 Spencer Stewart Glory Words Mean Things
Glory is one of those words that is so frequent in the Scriptures that we can begin to take it for granted without being conscious of its full meaning or significance. Yet this word is so important because the ultimate reason for all of God's works from Creation through Redemption to Consummation is His glory.View Teaching


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I am not a well traveled individual. Although I have seen all but seven of the US states, prior to going to India, I could name the foreign countries I've visited on three fingers (Mexico, Brazil and Canada).
Since I had never left the American continent, I was sensitive about being perceived as a stereotypical US resident (ignorant, rude, entitled) by the locals. I tried so hard to be warm and friendly and polite and respectful in every situation.
Well, you can take the girl out of her bubble but . . .
Case in point: one day we were driving through a number of smaller towns. Many of my friends were dozing but I became fascinated with the array of merchants flanking the main roads through these towns. Most were in makeshift stalls, many no bigger than maybe 8'X8′. I saw a couple of what could be termed "variety" stores (to use a nostalgic American term from my youth), but many were single-item affairs (brooms in one, chairs in another, snacks in another). I began calling them out. "Oh look, there's an auto mechanic's shop! There's a broom store! There's a store selling pots and pans!" I even saw a man ironing in one stall. (An ironing store? I chuckled at my inability to name it quickly.)
When we drove past the one pictured above, I said "Oh look! It's a second-hand clothing store." My two Indian friends burst out laughing. Between their guffaws, one said "Oh Joan, it's first-hand. It's just dirty." I was so embarrassed and realized immediately how privileged my world view had become.
So yeah. I got that going for me.
Epilogue: I think the Indians got it going on. In many ways, these small merchants made me nostalgic for my "Mayberry" upbringing, where my neighbors' businesses thrived before the big-box, Wal-Mart, soul-sucking economy choked them out.


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RUNNING BACK POSITION DEEPER THAN JUST VICK BALLARD AND DONALD BROWNPosted by on June 5, 2013 – 7:20 am
Colts running backs coach David Walker does not live in a fantasy land.
In a perfect world, Walker would rely on one main back in 2013 with a backup sprinkled in at opportune times.
That's not how the NFL operates with the rate of injuries that occur on a weekly basis.
Names like Delone Carter and Kerwynn Williams might not be focal points heading into the regular season but if history is any indication than they will be relied on in 2013.
Carter is entering his third season in the NFL and has battled through injuries to find a niche as a short-yardage runner that accounted for three touchdowns last season.
"He's obviously shown he can do it. He's been in games his first two years," Walker said of the 238-pound Carter.
"But whatever combination of three guys, four guys there's going to come a point, unfortunately, where someone's going to twist an ankle, going to be out, someone's got to get in and kind of take over that role for the time or for a few plays. All of our jobs are just make sure whomever we put in there is able to be productive and we don't miss a beat."
Williams is barely a month into his NFL career so any forecast on where he might fit into the running back position will have to wait until the pads are put on in late July.
For many rookies, special teams can be an early avenue to immediate playing time and that could very well be the case with Williams at the kick returner position.
"He's a smart kid, a good learner, a good worker," Walker said of Williams' prognosis at running back.
"He understands the schemes, answers questions for us in meetings but we'll have to see him a little bit more on the field before we make a determination how much he's going to help."
Last season it was Vick Ballard and Donald Brown that dominated the backfield for the Colts.
But people should not forget Delone Carter's hard-nosed running late in the Colts overtime victory over the Titans.
Walker feels he's got a group of guys that bring different skill sets within the Colts offense and sees contributions coming from a number of players.
"Whenever your number is called be ready to contribute and play and play to a high standard," Walker said of his message in the running backs room. "We don't really look to what guys can't do, we look to what guys can do and put them into situations where they can have success."
Tags: David Walker, Delone Carter, donald brown, kerwynn williams, vick ballard
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OFFENSIVE ASSISTANT COACHES OFFER PERSPECTIVE ON POSITION GROUPSPosted by on May 28, 2013 – 9:29 am
We are 100 days away from the start of the 2013 NFL season with the Colts wrapping up OTAs over the next two weeks.
Last week the Colts assistant coaches were made available to the media and offered some great perspective into their position group.
Colts.com will take a closer look into these groups over the coming weeks and here is a preview of comments from the various offensive assistant coaches:
Quarterbacks coach Clyde Christensen is the longest tenured coach on the Colts staff yet he has the luxury this offseason of something he has never really seen during his 11 seasons in Indianapolis.
Matt Hasselbeck brings 15 seasons of NFL experience to the Colts quarterbacks room and has already made an impression with his fellow signal callers.
"You can see Chandler (Harnish) and Andrew (Luck) look at (Hasselbeck) and go 'Whoa, this guy comes out slinging it' and just has run the concept so many times the ball comes out quick. He knows what's going on, the way he studies and then just has a professional air about him that's different from your average football player. He's been great. He's been terrific. There's a guy, same thing, that after that many years, you'd dread these practices. He might be the most excited, comes in excited every day and has some fun and keeps the place loose. He's been terrific."
Running backs coach David Walker was a victim of injuries across his position group last season with Vick Ballard being the lone constant over the course of the season.
Walker was very high on Ballard when he came out of Mississippi State in 2012 and after an 814-yard rookie campaign, it's the little things that are the focus this offseason.
"The good lord has given (Ballard) a lot of physical ability. It's not so much he needs to get bigger, faster, stronger. It's how he trains his eyes, gets better as a pro. Like anything, to be able to sense things before they happen that's the key at any position and with experience that's going to come forward."
Offensive line coach Joe Gilbert is familiar with most of his group but now he is the one leading the room after spending last season as an assistant offensive line coach.
Curious minds have wondered what type of schemes the Colts offensive line will implement this season and Gilbert cleared that up with a detailed answer.
"I mean we've got everything. We're a gap team. We've got gap schemes, we've got zone schemes, we've got man schemes. I think the one thing we've got enough of in our arsenal is we can pick and choose game week going in and seeing how somebody going to defend us. How can we take advantage of them personnel-wise? How can we create mismatches by formations and by schemes. I think that gives us a little bit of flexibility with what we have."
Tags: Andrew Luck, Chandler Harnish, Clyde Christensen, David Walker, Joe Gilbert, matt hasselbeck, vick ballard
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COLTS DAILY HEADLINES: MAY 24TH EDITIONPosted by on May 24, 2013 – 9:13 am
Each morning Colts.com will take a look at the top headlines surrounding the Indianapolis Colts from around the globe. What is the local and national media saying about the Colts?
Take a look below at the top five pieces from Friday, May 24th.
26 Cities With Young Franchise-Caliber Duos
By: Staff, Indianapolis Star
Thanks to a tremendous 2012-2013 seasons for a pair of Indianapolis finest professional athletes, the state capitol is starting to garner some attention with Andrew Luck and Paul George.
The Indianapolis Star ranked the top 26 city duos taking into consideration players 26-years and younger in the four major sports.
The duo of Luck and George find themselves No. 3 on the list behind San Francisco's Buster Posey and Colin Kapernick and Washington D.C.'s Robert Griffin III and Bryce Harper.
Here is the analysis of Luck and George:
Luck (23): A Pro Bowler in his rookie season, the No. 1 overall pick in 2012 was tabbed as the best quarterback prospect since John Elway. Not bad company. Luck set a rookie record for passing yards in a single game (433 vs. Miami) and recorded the most wins by a No. 1 overall pick in his rookie season leading the Colts to the postseason. Colts fans were spoiled with Peyton Manning, but Luck has helped ease the pain of No. 18's departure… and then some.
George (23): After showing glimpses of his All-Star potential in his first two seasons, George broke through in 2013 earning All-NBA third team, the NBA's Most Improved Player and an All-Star apperance in guiding the Pacers to the Central Division title and Eastern Conference finals. Danny Granger's injury thrust George into a more prominent role and the Fresno State product has been more than up to the challenge.
Luck having fun with his first OTAs
By: Tom James, Terre Haute Tribune-Star
James followed in a similar fashion to the pieces we saw yesterday on the Colts Wednesday OTA open to the media.
He mentions about Luck finally being able to take part in all of the Colts OTA schedule, along with the quarterback's high praise for new wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey.
"Darrius had been great. He's been a great addition. He has great speed, obviously, and he's got a real knack for football," he said. "He's played a lot of football and he understands situations. He's a good force in the wide receiver rotation. He's done a phenomenal job so far."
James provides a brief update on who didn't participate in Wednesday's OTA and talks about running backs coach David Walker's assessment of the running back position.
On Tony Dungy changing player habits
By: Paul Kuharsky, ESPN AFC South Blog
ESPN is in the process of a project that ranks the top 20 coaches in NFL history.
At No. 20 checks former Colts leader Tony Dungy.
The piece highlights Dungy's greatest accomplishment of helping the Colts capture Super Bowl XLI.
Kuharsky points out an excerpt from the book "The Power of Habit" that mentions Dungy.
"Champions don't do extraordinary things," Dungy would explain. "They do ordinary things, but they do them without thinking, too fast for the other team to react. They follow the habits they've learned."
Tags: Andrew Luck, David Walker, Delone Carter, donald brown, Tony Dungy, vick ballard
Posted in Colts Blog, COLTS DAILY HEADLINES
IN THIS DAY AND AGE OF THE NFL, MORE THAN ONE RUNNING BACK IS NEEDEDPosted by on – 7:40 am
The NFL is an ever-changing league.
New offensive and defensive schemes are implemented every year with trends and fads making for endless nights for coaches around the NFL.
One of those tendencies has caused for deeper and deeper backfields in the recent years.
Personnel departments all over the NFL know the need for more than one reliable threat in the running game and position coaches echo the same notion
"Most people are going to use two, if not three (running backs), unless you are fortunate enough to coach in Minnesota where you give one guy (Adrian Peterson) the ball the majority of the time," Colts running backs coach David Walker said earlier this week.
Last season the Colts utilized a trio of backs who carried the ball at least 32 times.
|Vick Ballard
|Donald Brown
|Delone Carter
Injuries late in the season forced Walker to rely heavily on Vick Ballard and while the rookie was extremely productive, his running backs coach knows that for long-term success a stable of runners is needed.
"We've got a group of guys that have different skill sets but within the realm of offense, they all can be solid contributors," Walker said.
"So whenever your number is called, be ready to contribute and play to a high standard. We don't really look to what guys can't do, we look to what guys can do and put them into situations where they can have success."
In 2012, Brown began the season as the starter but a knee injury forced Ballard into the No. 1 role, where he thrived.
Walker knows that the guy who is getting 20+ carries in September might not be in the fold later in the season.
It's life in the NFL and to prepare for that Walker feels the Colts have a trio of established backs that will each hear their number called in 2013.
"We've got a good group and really we've got to continue to develop the third guy because just like last year and the season before, at some point, whoever is third on our depth chart is going to be starting a football game and helping us have to win," Walker said.
"What we realize is we're going to need three very capable backs to get us through the season."
Tags: David Walker, Delone Carter, donald brown, vick ballard
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COLTS DAILY HEADLINES: MAY 16TH EDITIONPosted by on May 16, 2013 – 8:25 am
Each morning Colts.com will take a look at the top headlines surrounding the Indianapolis Colts from around the globe. What is the local and national media saying about the Colts?
Take a look below at the top five pieces from Thursday, May 16th:
Ex-Colts' OLB Dwight Freeney headed to San Diego? Stay tuned
By: Mike Chappell, Indianapolis Star
It was only a matter of time before Dwight Freeney's name resurfaced with NFL teams and that time came on Wednesday.
With the Chargers losing former first round draft pick Melvin Ingram to an ACL injury, the need is there for an edge rusher.
Freeney's visit to San Diego is scheduled to run through today as the possibility is there for him to be reunited with former Colts Vice President of Football Operations and current Chargers General Manager Tom Telesco.
Colts liking Vick Ballard as lead running back
By: Paul Kuharsky, ESPN.com
In a recent interview Kuharsky had with Colts head coach Chuck Pagano, the topic came up of Vick Ballard as the top running back for the Colts.
Pagano knows the benefit of having a couple of change the pace type backs and the coach also broke down what Ballard and fellow 2012 starter Donald Brown bring to the table.
"Vick is a solid, solid guy; Donnie is a home run hitter," Pagano said. "If he gets the edge and hits a crease, he can take it the distance. For Vick, look at that last drive of the regular season against the Texans: We got the ball with 9:46 on the clock, we ran 12 plays, 11 runs, and we ended up taking a knee. Vick took the lion's share of carries on that drive. He just keeps getting stronger, the more carries he has the better he gets."
Accepting nominations for Colts' Mt. Rushmore
By: Mike Florio, Pro Football Talk
The popular Pro Football Talk has moved onto the AFC teams in accepting nominations for Mt. Rushmore candidates with the Colts the first team up.
Florio writes that the four players can be chosen from the Baltimore and Indianapolis era with John Unitas and Peyton Manning being two of the obvious choices.
The final four will be revealed on NBC Sports Network sometime next month.
Tags: chuck pagano, donald brown, vick ballard
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VICK BALLARD NAMED ONE OF NFL'S BEST PLAYERS UNDER THE AGE OF 23Posted by on May 14, 2013 – 1:33 pm
Pete Prisco of CBS Sports compiled an interesting list earlier this week when he ranked the top 10 players in the NFL under the age of 23.
Last year's top two picks Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III missed the cut off at the age of 23 but the Colts did find themselves represented on the list.
Check out Prisco's top-10 list here and his analysis on the Colts representative.
10. Vick Ballard, RB, Indianapolis Colts — As a rookie fifth-round pick in 2012, he ran for 814 yards and showed a powerful running style. He will get even more carries in 2013 as he takes over as the starter (Prisco).
Bowen's Take: To many Colts fans it might come as a surprise that Ballard's name finds this list. Sure, Ballard had a tremendous rookie campaign but consider that he's the lone player on Prisco's list that wasn't a first or second round selection out of college. (Josh Gordon was a supplemental selection of the Browns and Cleveland eventually forfeited a second round selection in the 2013 NFL Draft).
The list includes just three skill position players and they all come from the AFC in Trent Richardson, Gordon and Ballard. Along with Luck, both Dwayne Allen and T.Y. Hilton fall in the 23-year old age group. It's nice to see a player like Ballard gain some national recognition after a season in which he (understandably) flew under the radar thanks to his fellow rookie teammates.
For those curious, Ballard will turn 23 years old on July 16th.
Tags: Andrew Luck, dwayne allen, T.Y. Hilton, vick ballard
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OFFSEASON QUESTIONS FOR THE COLTS POSED BY SPORTS ILLUSTRATEDPosted by on May 13, 2013 – 9:22 am
There will be a lot of introductions going around NFL locker rooms on Monday morning as teams incorporate their rookie classes with OTAs continuing through the rest of the month.
Sports Illustrated's Chris Burke posed a couple of question surrounding the Colts with rosters growing to 90 on the practice field this week.
Below are his two questions on the Colts and both Burke and I offer our analysis on the proposed issues.
Will any of the running backs step up?
- Burke's Analysis: This sure feels like Vick Ballard's job to lose after he led the team in rushing last season. Nobody on the depth chart appears on the cusp of stardom, though, from Ballard to Donald Brown to seventh-rounder Kerwynn Williams. Ballard's 814-yard rookie year at least gives Indianapolis something on which to build.
- Bowen's Analysis: I would have to agree with Burke's notion that the running back job is Vick Ballard's to lose. Ballard was productive in his rookie season and that was running behind an offensive line that has improved in the offseason and an offense that appears to be utilizing more of a fullback than last year. I could very well see Ballard being a consistent 1,000+-yard rusher for years to come. Donald Brown (speed) and Delone Carter (power) both fit a role at the running back position but it's hard to imagine either of them supplanting Ballard as the starter. Kerwynn Williams' first crack at making a contribution should be on special teams but the return threat also showed at rookie minicamp this past weekend that he can catch the ball out of the backfield and has a chance to find a role as a third down back.
Position Battles: Erik Walden vs. Bjoern Werner, OLB, Colts:
- Burke's Analysis: This ought to be an interesting one with Walden, arguably overpaid in free agency at four years and $16 million, taking on Werner, whom many thought should play DE in the pros. The winner gets to start opposite Robert Mathis at OLB in the Colts' 3-4 scheme. Walden was underwhelming as a Packer, which is why Green Bay let him walk without any semblance of a fight this offseason. He could hold down the fort, at least early as Werner learns the ins and outs of playing linebacker.
- Bowen's Analysis: First off, let's make this clear that this is a great problem to have at the outside linebacker position. Pro Bowler Robert Mathis is the obvious starter at one side of the linebacker corps but the other side has two quality candidates. Walden has been raved about for his ability to set the edge and he was one of the bigger splashes the Colts made in free agency. Werner will get his first taste of veterans in the NFL this week during OTAs, after the Colts first round draft pick had a very solid start to his professional career at rookie minicamp. Colts defensive coordinator Greg Manusky made it clear that there will be times this year where all three will be on the field together and expect this specific battle to last well into August with two dynamic edge players, both of which will play a good portion of defensive snaps come the regular season.
Tags: Bjoern Werner, chuck pagano, Delone Carter, donald brown, erik walden, Greg Manusky, kerwynn williams, robert mathis, vick ballard
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ANDREW LUCK JOINS NFL NETWORK CREW FOR INTERVIEW ON OTA'sPosted by on May 10, 2013 – 7:50 am
Colts quarterback Andrew Luck was a guest on NFL Network's Total Access on Wednesday evening for an interview with Scott Hanson.
This time last season Luck was balancing finishing up courses at Stanford while trying to find time for his first round of OTAs at the NFL level.
In 2013, it's all football this time of year for Luck and Hanson covered that topic and a few others with the Colts signal caller.
Below is the full Luck interview and some of his quotes are under the video link.
Andrew Luck's NFL Total Access Interview
On the Colts' improvement last season and what that means for this season:
"Great for last year, glad we did some positive things. What we did last year doesn't have any bearing – the good things, the bad things – on what is going on this year. It is nice, personally, to have a year under the belt and a little experience, but we know the road gets that much harder and we are trying to improve."
On feeling more comfortable being in the NFL heading into his second season compared to last year:
"I am 100% more comfortable. On this day last year, I was probably sitting in class ready to get out of there and go to a rookie minicamp. It is nice to be able to have the full offseason with the team. We have changed [offensive] coordinators, but I have had a great relationship with Pep Hamilton from before. To be around him and talk his style of offense has been great. It is just nice to be around the guys."
On the hiring of new offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton:
"I do remember someone asking my opinion of Coach Hamilton way early on, right after Coach Bruce Arians left. I gave him 100% endorsement. I am really glad he is here and really happy for Coach Arians down in Arizona as well. What a wonderful opportunity for him. I don't think anybody else deserves to be a head coach in this league more than he does. But I am glad Pep is coming in, I'm glad I don't have to learn a completely new playbook. I think he is going to do great with us here."
On if the Colts offense will be different under Hamilton:
"His offense is different; like B.A.'s, every coordinators offense has its own intricacies. It is too early to say [the biggest difference.] I think we will start to have a feel for that during OTAs when we can go against a defense. There will be different plays, but in the end, it is still football. You still have to go out there and make the plays."
On the improvement of the Colts this season due to himself, T.Y Hilton, Vick Ballard, among others, gaining more experience and building off last season's success:
"Hopefully we can build off the experience us young guys and the old guys – and continue to get better. I think we are very fortunate to have to great veteran leadership – Robert Mathis, Reggie Wayne, Cory Redding, Antoine Bethea – that really have set the standard here and know how to win. We just try to follow their lead but hopefully us second and third year guys improve and help the team out."
Tags: Andrew Luck, antoine bethea, cory redding, Pep Hamilton, Reggie Wayne, robert mathis, T.Y. Hilton, vick ballard
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CURRENT COLTS REMEMBER THEIR OWN DRAFT MOMENTSPosted by on April 25, 2013 – 10:00 am
With the 2013 NFL Draft less than 12 hours away, Colts.com takes a look back at a few of the team's recent draft picks and their stories of draft weekend:
Running Back Delone Carter (2011 NFL Draft: Pick 4-119)
Carter came out of Syracuse fresh off a dominating 2010 Pinstripe Bowl performance (197 yards on 28 carries) but he wasn't about to read into any draft projections. Watching with family and friends, Carter actually dozed off during the 2011 NFL Draft before his mom awoke him with a phone call from the Colts.
On Wednesday, Carter offered some advice to prospects who will spend the next three days nervously awaiting their name to be called at Radio City Music Hall.
"Enjoy the process," Carter said. "Don't get too anxious and get yourself out of the element of having fun with it. It's a blessing and it will never happen again. It's something you've been training for your whole life and you're having the opportunity to have it happen."
Defensive Tackle Drake Nevis (2011 NFL Draft: Pick 3-87)
It was getting late on day two of the 2011 NFL Draft and Nevis was in his home state of Louisiana watching the draft with his family.
Nevis hailed from LSU, where NFL defensive linemen were abundant. The National Championship winning Nevis was added to that list when then Colts general manager Bill Polian phoned the Tigers defensive end.
"It was exciting because that's what you dream about all your life, playing in the National Football League," Nevis said. "Even though that's the beginning, you know that's where the next phase of your career is going to be."
Running Back Vick Ballard (2012 NFL Draft: 5-170)
As the fifth round was coming to a close in last April's draft, Vick Ballard still felt a bit of a burden. He was coming off back-to-back seasons of 980+ rushing yards in the vaunted SEC West, yet was still waiting to hear his dream come true.
"When I got drafted, it was a weight lifted off my shoulders," Ballard said. "To me, it was the first step to becoming a professional football player."
Offensive Tackle Justin Anderson (2012 NFL Draft: 7-208)
Anderson did not really know what to expect after injuries held him back during his time at Georgia. For Anderson, he was simply praying that he would hear his name called; the round or position did not matter.
"I couldn't even watch it past the fourth round," Anderson said. "I just stopped watching it and I didn't watch it anymore until I got called. The Steelers called me in the sixth round saying they had a couple of picks coming up. About 10 minutes after I hung up with them the Colts called and it was the best feeling in the world."
Tags: Delone Carter, drake nevis, Justin Anderson, vick ballard
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BALLARD READY TO WRITE 2013 CHAPTERPosted by on April 23, 2013 – 1:25 pm
A year into what he hopes is a long and productive NFL career, Vick Ballard is dealing with change.
The change comes with a new offensive system in year two and any questions to Ballard about his 814-yard rookie season will undoubtedly lead to what's ahead, not what's behind.
"I tried to close the book," Ballard said of looking back on the 2012 season in which he finished second among all AFC rookie running backs in rushing yards.
"That was last year and this is this year. We've got high expectations and I'm just working on them."
From an individual standpoint, Ballard pointed to his yards per carry rising above four (he averaged 3.9 yards per carry last season) as something he is striving for in 2013.
One addition that should help that number is the acquisition of fullback Stanley Havili.
"It's really like having another offensive lineman to me because as many blockers as you can get is always good, especially when you've got the ball in your hand," Ballard said of the presence of a fullback.
The 211 carries Ballard had last year could very well rise this season and the Mississippi State product said the time off has helped his body rest up from the 'bumps and bruises' he had following a rookie campaign in which he played in every game.
At times last season Ballard would shake his head when media hoarded the lockers of Andrew Luck and Reggie Wayne, which flank No. 33.
Now the media is gaining numbers around Ballard and while the attention is one thing, the play on the field in 2013 is the only thing that matters.
"We came a long way for it to come to an end all of a sudden," Ballard said. "It left a bitter taste in our mouth and I think we've still got that bitter taste and we don't want to have it at the end of this season."
Follow Kevin Bowen on Twitter at @KBowenColts.
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CAPE ELIZABETH — The property tax rate could increase by an additional 16 cents per $1,000 if the latest state budget proposal is approved.
The town is predicting a net loss of $215,500 in revenue from the state, Town Manager Michael McGovern said during a Town Council meeting on Monday. At the same meeting, Chairman Jim Walsh blasted a perceived not-in-my-backyard mentality surrounding the town's Greenbelt Plan.
McGovern said the state's latest proposed state budget, which was released June 7, will likely be vetoed by Gov. Paul LePage. Nonetheless, McGovern updated the council on the potential impact.
"It is beyond what we had anticipated," McGovern said. "It's another 16-cent hit."
If passed, the state's budget would result in an overall tax increase of 4.5 percent or 72 cents per $1,000 of valuation for fiscal 2014.
The majority of the the increase – 56 percent – is beyond the town's control, McGovern said. Changes at the state-level comprise 44 percent of the increase. Another 6 percent comes from the county assessment and 4 percent is due to state changes to funding of the homestead exemption, which exempts the first $10,000 value of homes for Maine-resident property owners.
"Roughly 2.3 percent of it is directly attributable to actions in Augusta of transferring the burden onto property taxes," McGovern said of the increase.
Cape Elizabeth's school and municipal budgets have already been adopted and cannot be changed at this stage of the process, by law. As a result, the town assessor will set the mil rate based on the final figures from Augusta, but McGovern also left it up to the council to voice any objections to that approach. There were none.
The median home value in Cape Elizabeth is $314,000. An additional 16-cent increase in the mil rate translates to $50 per year for a median-value home. The anticipated overall increase of 72 cents would result in a $226 increase for those same homes.
Earlier in the meeting, a discussion on the town Conservation Committee's responsibilities veered into a discussion of the long-running Greenbelt Plan.
Councilor Jamie Wagner said several residents had expressed concern that potential trail routes had been mapped on their land without permission.
Councilor Jessica Sullivan said the town is not required to notify property owners about any long-range plans to acquire land or access for the Greenbelt trail network. McGovern added that notifying each property owner isn't practical.
Councilor Caitlin Jordan argued that it is impractical to plan a trail system without first consulting the landowners that may someday be affected.
"It seems like a conversation should be had before you spend a lot of time wishing and dreaming about a trail that's never going to happen, if the property owner is never going to agree to it," she said.
David Sherman said objections to lines drawn on property maps might be an "overreaction of people who simply do not support the trail in their vicinity. … There just seems to be a gut reaction by some that 'you cannot put an X on my property.'"
McGovern said land changes hands relatively often, while long-range planning remains consistent over time. Eventually, parcels become available.
For example, 25 years ago, a trail was proposed near the town center. The landowners at the time refused to participate, but when it was sold to the Pond family, the new owners entered it into a land trust and now a trail runs through it, McGovern said.
Council Chairman James Walsh took a moment to address property owners that have misgivings about the maps. He said it's frustrating that residents overwhelmingly support the Greenbelt, but some people won't let it cross their property, even if it's just an ink-on-paper representation.
"This is the No. 1 reason people wanted to be here – because of our Greenbelt – which wouldn't have been created if people had hardship over dotted lines."
Walsh then voiced frustration at the attitudes that stymie trail development.
"It's very frustrating because the framers had decided to do something that was for the good of everybody, but all I'm hearing now is, 'not in my neighborhood,'" he said. "I just don't get it. 'Oh, I like open space, but I'll go do it in your neighborhood, not mine. I'll do Greenbelt in your neighborhood, but not mine.'"
Walsh said a Greenbelt trail traverses his driveway and is frequently used throughout the day.
"My house hasn't been broken into. My cars have never been broken into," he said.
The worst hassle he has experienced is helping lost hikers find their way back to their cars, he said.
The Greenbelt Plan was started in 1977. The plan seeks to preserve open spaces and create a network of walking trails throughout the town.
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Town Manager Michael McGovern announced Monday that the town had officially hired Portland lawyer Kenneth Cole to review the town's role in a decades-long dispute between the Spurwink Rod & Gun Club and the abutting neighbors. Cole will present his report to the council on Sept. 5.


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The youth yard sale will be held in front of the church from 8 AM to 3 PM, and chicken bar-b-cue plates will be sold from 11 am to 3 pm. The money raised by these sales will be used to fund the youth mission trip, and other youth activities. The youth gladly accept all donations, including clothing. Just bring it to the church by Friday, March 3.


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