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If I wrote a poem about Michael Bolton, would that make him cool?
"(They Long to Be) Close to You," the first Carpenters hit, arrived on New York's WABC-AM ("Cousin Brucie! Cousin Brucie!") when I was a high-school freshman. The single resided in the Top 40 alongside fare more to a 14 year-old's taste, like Three Dog Night's "Mama Told Me (Not to Come)" and Santana's "Evil Ways." To my ears, the song was the revenge of Aunt Norma's music. Follow-up singles like "We've Only Just Begun" and "Rainy Days and Mondays" sounded as if they oozed from the same Dairy Queen soft-serve machine. It was music for a prom in Des Moines.
But something curious happened a decade after Karen Carpenter's 1983 death from anorexia. Sonic Youth, Shonen Knife, Matthew Sweet and other underground types recorded a tribute album to Carpenters (not The Carpenters, as everyone refers to them). The brother and sister with smiles borne of Trident sugarless gum were officially hip.
Karen and Richard crossed my mind as I read Chris McCreary's enjoyable collection Undone: A Fakebook (Furniture Press Books, 2010), specifically the third of the book's eight sections, "The Diamond Sutra." The adjective "Diamond" refers not to Buddhist text, but to Neil. "The Diamond Sutra" comprises eight short poems, each of which is named for a Neil Diamond song. I've always thought of Neil Diamond as two distinct individuals. First, there's the Brill Building songwriter who hustled to pitch his tunes, the Brooklyn Jew who flavored his 60s recordings with a few tablespoons of gospel fervor (e.g., "Holly Holy," "Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show"). He's the 10 p.m.-corned-beef-sandwich-at-the-Carnegie-Deli Neil Diamond. Then there's the arena-scale entertainer who wears ruffled shirts, wouldn't think of performing without a 50-piece orchestra and sang "You Don't Bring Me Flowers" with Barbra Streisand. He's the $26.95-all-you-can-eat-buffet-at-Caesar's-Palace Neil Diamond.
McCreary pays homage to both men in "The Diamond Sutra" by titling his poems after songs from either Diamond's career. The NY-streets Diamond (aka the Diamond I like) is represented by "Solitary Man" and "Girl, You'll Be a Woman Soon," whose cool quotient was ratified when Uma Thurman danced to Urge Overkill's cover in Pulp Fiction. The Vegas Diamond has "Longfellow Serenade" and "Song Sung Blue." McCreary doesn't write about the songs overtly, though he does drop Urge Overkill's name in "Girl, You'll Be a Woman Soon." Rather, he uses the titles as prompts. In "Song Sung Blue," for example, he writes:
The car alarm was not
the ice-cream
man was not the missing
ATM pin & when
the key broke off
in the lock, I opened
your diary
using a rock …
The one "Song Sung Blue" inspired another, more doleful, song sung blue. I will say I prefer McCreary's "Song Sung Blue" and think the other is tepid schlock unworthy of the songwriter who bestowed on the Monkees and UB40 a pair of really good hit singles.
I've written and published poems about Nico, Edith Piaf and British guitar master Davy Graham, all artists whose hip credentials are incontestable. I have yet to come across, either in print or at readings, a poem about Seals and Crofts or America. Could that possibly mean they're due for at least one haiku apiece?
Endnote, from the Great Minds Think Alike Department.
"The Great American Songbook" section immediately follows "The Diamond Sutra." Here, McCreary proffers an appealing blend of prose poetry and rock criticism. In one piece, he posits two Rod Stewarts. The first is the one I'll call Mod Stewart, the rock 'n' roll singer who knew John Lee Hooker's records. I'll call the second one Sod Stewart, the old guy who decided he'd like to be Perry Como. McCreary's assessment is that the two Stewarts are not the same person. I have to agree.
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Indeed if you were to write a poem about Michael Bolton, it would not make him cool; anymore than trashing Miles Davis, for a multitude of reasons, makes Miles Davis uncool. What is interesting, however, is that younger generations like to reinvent, or perhaps rediscover things. It's natural. Ultimately it is nothing more than a yard sale. Most people will overlook most of the items on the table. But then, every once in a while a talented, dumpster diver will come up with something used but a treasure neverthess.
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ChildRen's First visit to the dental office
It is recommended that a child's first dental visit be between one and three years of age. A child should have begun teething by the first birthday, and all of the "baby teeth" are usually in the mouth by the third birthday. The first visit is usually short and involves very little treatment. We may ask the parent or guardian to sit in the dental chair with the child during the examination.
We will gently examine the child's teeth and gums to ensure everything is healthy. We may also clean the teeth and apply topical fluoride to help protect the teeth against decay. Radiographs may be taken if decay or developmental problems with the teeth are suspected. Most important of all, we will provide information on how to best clean the teeth at home and how having a good diet can help keep everything healthy. Typically the child will come back for regular visits twice per year just as an adult would.
Some helpful pre-visit tips for parents:
- Read books with the child about going to the dentist
- Review with them what the dentist will be doing at the time of the first visit
- Always speak positively about going to the office to see the dentist and all of the neat equipment
What about preventative care?
Tooth decay and children no longer have to go hand in hand. At our office we are most concerned with all aspects of preventive care. We use the latest in dental sealant technology to protect your child's teeth. Dental sealants consist of placing composite resin into the deep grooves on the chewing surfaces of decay-prone back teeth. This is just one of the ways we will set the foundation for your child's lifetime of good oral health.
Cavity prevention
Most of the time cavities are due to a diet high in sugary foods and a lack of brushing. Limiting sugar intake and brushing regularly, of course, can help. The longer it takes your child to chew their food and the longer the residue stays on their teeth, the greater the chances of getting cavities.
Every time someone eats, an acid reaction occurs inside their mouth as the bacteria digests the sugars. This reaction lasts approximately 20 minutes. During this time the acid environment can destroy the tooth structure, eventually leading to cavities.
Consistency of a person's saliva also makes a difference; thinner saliva breaks up and washes away food more quickly. When a person eats diets high in carbohydrates and sugars they tend to have thicker saliva, which in turn allows more of the acid-producing bacteria that can cause cavities.
Tips for cavity prevention
- Limit frequency of meals and snacks.
- Encourage brushing, flossing and rinsing.
- Watch what your child drinks.
- Avoid giving your child sticky foods.
- Make treats part of meals.
- Choose nutritious snacks.
The first baby teeth that come into the mouth are the two bottom front teeth. You will notice this when your baby is about 6-8 months old. Next to follow will be the 4 upper front teeth and the remainder of your baby's teeth will appear periodically. They will usually appear in pairs along the sides of the jaw until the child is about 2 1/2 years old.
At around 2 1/2 years old your child should have all 20 teeth. Between the ages of 5 and 6 the first permanent teeth will begin to erupt. Some of the permanent teeth replace baby teeth and some don't. Don't worry if some teeth are a few months early or late as all children are different.
Baby teeth are important as they not only hold space for permanent teeth but they are important to chewing, biting, speech and appearance. For this reason it is important to maintain a healthy diet and daily hygiene.

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Summer Bloom lives for adventure—and buttercream bourbon frosting. As a high-end pastry chef, she spends her days (and nights, and weekends) whipping up sweet treats, but when an unexpected detour leads her to the dilapidated bakery on Blackberry Lane, she decides to take a chance on her dreams and leave it all behind for a new life in Sweetbriar Cove. She has everything she needs for baking bliss—she just isn't expecting her new landlord to melt her heart, as well as her chocolate truffles…
Grayson Reid knows better than to fall for his impulsive new tenant. He keeps his life quiet and drama-free, but there's something about Summer he just can't resist. He's learned the hard way that a woman can turn your whole world upside down, but her kisses—and those croissants—are too tempting to ignore. He's determined to keep the lid on their romance, but soon, their chemistry is heating up the kitchen—and he doesn't want to play it safe any more.
Can this headstrong pair mix the right ingredients for love? Or will their passion burn out before they can find their happily-ever-after? Find out in the new novel from New York Times bestselling author, Melody Grace!
My Review
"What a curious man. Curious, unreadable, and undeniably handsome."
"She felt a shiver of longing. It had been too long since she'd felt this way, the spark of possibility warming her blood and circling lazily in her belly."
"Life's unexpected detours were the best parts; that rush of heat, the thrill of possibilites. Summer thrived on it, and she knew her instincts led her to the right direction, every time."
"He saw her. How long had she wanted that: just simply, to be seen? Accepted. Wanted. Enough."
Oh, how I have fallen in love with Sweetbriar Cove! Seriously, I just want to pack my bags, run away and escape it all. All For You is the second book in the Sweetbriar Cove Series but can be read as a stand-alone novel. This book is told from dual points of view and follows the story of Grayson and Summer. Summer has been trying to make a name for herself her entire life, but has struggled to get out from her mother's shadow. But, when an unexpected detour brings her to Sweetbriar Cove, suddenly her dreams don't seem so far away. For once, Summer wants to do something for herself and is on a mission to make her dreams come true. What she didn't plan on was falling for her broody landlord, Grayson….Grayson loves the serenity and quiet that comes with life in Sweetbriar Cove. He enjoys having control and order in his life. But, when Summer blows into town, she turns his perfectly scheduled life upside down…
All For You is a sweet and delicious read. I fell in love with the characters and their stories instantly. From the moment I met Grayson, I knew that there was more to this broody Englishman than meets the eye. I loved watching the interactions with Grayson and Summer. They had so many will they/won't they moments. And while Grayson may have frustrated me with all of his back and forth behavior, I honestly couldn't get enough. I couldn't wait to see him crack. To see him open his eyes before it was too late. And Summer… She was so easy to relate to and I connected with her right away. I understood her dilemmas and wanted nothing more than for her to find some happiness. I think Grayson and Summer had some amazing chemistry. I loved how they both turned each others lives upside down. Neither one was planning for love, but found it when they were both least expecting it.
All For You is a fabulous summer read. It is filled with some delicious angst and sweet romance. I enjoyed spending the day getting lost in Summer and Grayson's story and could not stop myself from devouring every page. All For You is a terrific addition to The Sweetbriar Series, checking off all my boxes for a great summer romance with just the right balance of light drama, angst, broody Englishman, and steamy good times. Simply put, a very enjoyable read! I'm looking forward to seeing what adventure Sweetbriar Cove has in store for me next!
*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*


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Emergency Strobe
Life safety emergency notification appliance for occupants AND rescue responders
The Philips Bodine BDFS Emergency Door Frame Strobe is a highly visible, system-integrated, Egress Marking Visible Notification Appliance (EMVNA). Upon activation of the fire/security system, the BDFS unit responds in sync with all other attached appliances by flashing/strobing a highly visible light by illuminating the light strand luminaries attached to each appliance. The illuminated light strands outline the frame of the doorway (or other areas where installed) indicating the proper path to safe egress and shall strobe during the entire duration of the activated fire/security system.
The BDFS Emergency Strobe is a current limited 12 - 24 volts input driven appliance with low-power consumption and is hard-wired as a primary signaling device. It complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements for visible signaling appliances, flashing at 1 Hz over the strobes operating voltage range in approved fire systems.
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I am now going to tackle the relative importance of farting in the construction of a long-lasting, loving couple. I do this knowing that I risk turning this little blog into a big scatological joke, but I have no choice – I need to save face somehow after Leta's indiscretions about fingers that were pulled and the reaction that such pulling caused.
I believe that finding a life companion is never having to be fake. Secrets have been shared, good traits have been embraced, bad ones identified and ameliorated and also embraced, what the heck. That aura of personal awkwardness has been blown away, and the Masks We Must Wear are left at the door, make up is optional and that bellies are never sucked in, but proudly displayed as permanent reminders of how we must go to the gym soon. Really. Soon, I mean it.
Nakedness is a frontier that's usually crossed with the first romp, or the second, and at one point the bathroom door stays open through the many tasks of our morning routine. Relationships are lucky to pass the year mark without a shall-not-be-discussed-again moment of hair-holding and boundless barfing. And let's be honest, with so many carbonated drinks around us, the first belch is just an unguarded moment away. Say, the fourth month. And thus, one by one, the walls between us crumble.
50 years from now (because why think if you don't think big?), do I want my beloved to lock herself in the bathroom, and then run the water so no sounds escapes that most sacrosanct of all rooms? And say that as the humans that we are, gas accumulates inside of us on a cold, cold winter morning, one of those mornings when the covers form a warm haven that we can't leave without much consideration of the pros and cons, the consequences of just staying there for a few more hours, until it's warmer, pleeeeease?, and you hug and cuddle and just enjoy with your eyes closed those lazy minutes where you manage to forget you're a grown up, with responsibilities, doggone it!
And my life companion suddenly feels an urge she can't repress, and looks at me. She has to get up, she says, and cross the cold hall to the bathroom. We share a bed, you see. Well, not on my watch, miss! There's no I in team, is there, so we just keep on hugging and make a huge joke of the aftermath, the shaking of the sheets and the unfortunate consequences. My beautiful princess is human after all, and I feel like celebrating with a concert in Fa minor. To me, that is love.
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Counting the Semi-Tangible Benefits of an IdM Project
Thanks for your patience y'all. Will
complete this ROI series. Today's entry is reviewing the "Semi
Tangibles" benefits in your project. Unlike the hard numbered
tangible benefits related in the previous blogs, these benefits take
a little more black art to identify and quantify. They are benefits,
yes, but the exact savings that can be attributed to them is up for
debate. So be conservative; this is where the challengers to your ROI
can start attacking your soft underbelly. Don't worry though, there
are enough benefits to let you give up on a few.
The approach we took on the recent ROI
is to look at recommended IdM ROI categories, culled from a variety
of industry sources, take the recommended savings the analysts claim,
and run them by the IdM project team at the client to determine if
they agree and to what degree.
So, here are some of the Semi-Tangibles
we came up with and the recognized benefits:
Are there others? Sure they are. Each
ROI analysis has to spend time in this area to insure they capture
the perceived benefit and provide a value for that benefit. Make
sure you limit benefit overlap (claim credit for something you have
already valued). Be ready to defend you numbers and assumptions and
be ready to give to those who may know more (your compliance team may
be able to tell you the number of security audits per year and their
perceived savings with an IdM system in place.
Okay, next entry will be about the
non-Tangibles. Those benefits which have not been implemented, but
could be, or those that its just impossible to put a value on. Then
we will crank some numbers and give our guesstimate on the IdM ROI.


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It's been a tough week for the river anglers. Legal bream have been scarce while the flathead are around but not in good numbers. Reports of good whiting up around Stuarts Point with the odd pounder amongst them. There are some blackfish coming in the river but they're not biting at this early stage. Still a heap of long tom and chopper tailor.
Fishing the rocks this week has been fair with some big tailor coming in along with bream and tarwhine. We have had reports from Hat Head of good longtails off the rocks.
Fishing the beaches has been very quiet. Smoky and Gap beaches have a few tailor and bream coming in while Main and Back beaches have whiting and bream.
Last week was a mixed bag outside with some fishos getting good catches and others not turning a reel. Wide off Grassy is producing big pearl perch and reasonable snapper in about 60m. A few spotties are still around in close and good reports of live bait in the same area late last week. There were a number of nice cobia caught off the Jail last week with John Downy's 26.5kilo beast the fish of the week. Splashdown hooked a marlin in close so they're still there. Down south at Fish Rock kingfish are taking baits along with some big mac tuna. There have been some small mahi mahi coming in as well. If you can get out wide, try for some bar cod in about 100m.
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I wonder if it's possible to have a custom table field to have a default value with a macro (get values from other custom table fields)?
We have a column which will contain a part of a resourcestring. The default value would contain for example Name + Type from the other custom table fields.
I think it depends on the time sequence of which field gets populated first. If the other field is not populated before the macro is been evaluated, then you won't get any data.
I worked with similar case before, e.g. there is a username field, and it should be combined with data from first and last name field automatically. We end up writing a custom method using event handler to populate that field upon save/update.
On top of what Rui was saying, I guess you can but it depends on you are going to add items to your table as well. If you do it via Kentico admin interface - no problem, if you do it in a custom code - you probably have to call marcoresolver. In SQL - you have to create CLR procedure and resolve macro in there (kinda overkill)
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*This post has been written by Janessa of the blog Thrifty Nifty Mommy. Janessa received a Wishbone 3-in-1 Balance Bike to facilitate this post. All opinions are her own.*Not long ago, we got a balance bike for my 3 year old daughter. She LOVES it! What we hadn't realized was that her baby brother would fall in love with her balance bike as well. Jacob, my 18 month old little guy, wants to ride his sister's balance bike SO badly. Maggie would gladly share with her brother, but the problem is that he's not coordinated or tall enough to really handle her balance bike. This found me searching for a balance bike that he could use; I think I finally found it in the Wishbone 3-in-1 Balance Bike.
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