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Wafer Fab Closures Analyzed by Diameter, Region
LONDON — Chipmakers closed or repurposed 83 wafer fabs in the period 2009 to 2014 according to IC Insights.
Not surprisingly smaller diameter sizes at 150 and 200mm were responsible for two-thirds of the closures Some 41 percent of fab closures since 2009 have been 150mm fabs and 27 percent have been 200mm wafer fabs. Qimonda was the first company to close a 300mm wafer fab after it went out of business in early 2009 and more recently, ProMOS and Powerchip closed 300mm wafer fabs in 2013.
via Wafer Fab Closures Analyzed by Diameter, Region | EE Times.
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Have a website for your new app? Don't know if your social media posts are hitting their mark? It can be daunting to keep track of whether social media campaigns for your new app are a flop or not. By adding these free analytics tools to your marketing toolbox, you can save time and money on marketing your app for increased exposure. With access to meaningful stats on your social media tactics, you can build a great marketing strategy to drive downloads and gain publicity for your app.
1. TweetReach
TweetReach monitors how far your tweets travel. Reach is the size of the potential audience for a message. To calculate this metric, TweetReach uses a robust statistical model based on years of data about real Twitter campaigns.
Through snapshot reports, this metrics provider measures the impact of recently posted tweets through the analysis of key metrics like exposure and followers. By searching for a certain hashtag, URL, phrase, or username, you can find out in-depth metrics for tweets that include that query. TweetReach also displays your most influential followers, which can help you target the right people when you share and promote online content.
2. Google Analytics
Google Analytics analyzes web traffic to paint a picture of your target demographic and consumer preferences. It allows you to see where your visitors come from and if they engage with your content or leave immediately. Tools like Traffic Sources and Visitor Flow provide valuable information on the routes taken to reach your site and the devices they use to get there. You can set custom goals for destination (how many times people click the links you share), duration (the amount of time people spend on your site), pages viewed per visit, and user interactions.
3. SumAll
SumAll is the "Sum" of "All" your social networks, or at least the major ones. It combines the user's Twitter, Facebook, and Google + sites into one dashboard, which gives overall impressions of how users are reacting to certain posts. Reports are delivered to the user's email inbox every morning, which include how many retweets, likes, and shares your tweets got within a designated period. While the features are free, SumAll's premium version offers more intensive analytics and individual reporting consultation.
4. Facebook Insights
Facebook Insights is a built-in data source for Facebook business pages. It provides you with full stats behind posts, fans, and reach. This analytics tool allows you to build a list of Pages to Watch, which gives you information on the performance of other relevant Facebook pages. It combines and analyzes data about the users that like your page, how many people saw each individual post, and how many clicked on it. You can also determine what types of posts your customers enjoy the most, based on reach and engagement levels for the more successful posts you've done in the past.
5. Twitter Analytics
Twitter Analytics provides a 28-day overview of how many impressions an account received to allow users to see when activity peaked. Each individual tweet comes with a complete breakdown of its elements of engagement, including clicks on URLs, clicks on images, how many users clicked to expand details, and a graphical representation for engagement over the first and past 24 hours.
If you were to take it a step further, you could pay for promoted tweets. This service also tracks the impressions and engagement rate for each promoted post. This drives traffic to a blog or website, while allowing you to to see whether your ad dollars are worth the cost.
6. Pinterest Analytics
Pinterest Analytics helps you get more out of your pins via a dashboard that shows the growth of your Pinterest account through followers, audience stats, and website engagement. You can also see how people interact with your pins from whatever device they're using, so you can get a better idea of how to optimize your board to perform well across different platforms. Your highest-performing pins are displayed for further insights as to what has worked in the past and what hasn't.
7. Iconosquare
This Instagram management tool has a user-friendly analytics section that shows a big-picture view of posts, likes, comments, and followers. It also gives breakdowns for the last week or month, plus scores for the amount of likes on your photos, comments, and how many likes come from outside your circle of followers.
By using these tools and tracking the relevant metrics for your app, you can figure out what works. Make it a habit to stay on top of whether you're really listening to your audience, or just blindly posting and wasting your time on social media. There's nothing to lose by trying these free analytics tools. It's up to you to make your mark.


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JAZZ & GUITAR TALK 'Music, Travel and Improvisation' at TY HELYG LOUNGE with Maciek Pysz Solo, Friday 9th Aug, 1:00pm–1.55pm (advance £6, standard £8)
LINEUP: Maciek Pysz Solo (guitar) demo and talk
Maciek Pysz jazz musician, guitarist and composer. He is known for his clear lyrical phrasing, virtuosity and his imaginative, cinematic compositions inspired by people, places and experiences. Here, Maciek will give us a fascinating insight into life on the road as a touring musician, with his reflections on travel and jazz across Europe, improvising, teaching and composing. He will discuss major influences, guitars, recording projects, and much more. This is a prelude to Maciek's specially curated concert on Sat at 12 noon – not to be missed.
Born in Rybnik Poland, now based in Paris and London he tours and collaborates with musicians across Europe, where he appears regularly at top jazz spots. These collaborations and also 'country' and cultural experiences have led to many compositions and in particular, his acclaimed albums: A Journey / Coming Home / Insight / Discoveries. These and his childhood and youth in learning to love and play music and in particular the acoustic jazz guitar, provide much rich material to talk about his life as a travelling musician.
Maciek mainly plays acoustic and flamenco/classical guitars with various models of Godin guitar. While his favourite guitar is a Godin Grand Concert SA, he also plays a Tanglewood steel string acoustic guitar. He mostly plays with a plectrum and has his own picking style, he uses a lot of rhythm variations in his playing, and sometimes uses a fingerstyle, often switching from one to the other in one song. His style is soft, clean, melodic and highly emotional. An acclaimed performer, we are delighted to welcome Maciek to feature at this year's Brecon Jazz Festival, where he gives this Friday special talk and performs on Saturday lunchtime with a Trio.
Included event for holders of a Jazz Weekend Tickets Passes (but must pre-booked as spaces are limited at this venue). Use our Ticket Link to pre-book – no booking fees.
Discount Cards & Membership – via our online box office CLICK_HERE.
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so, it's happening people. i'm in month three of my ride on the oily bandwagon. except, it's not a bandwagon at all. it's a wagon that's been around for hundreds of years that's finally getting the attention it so deserves.
oils are lit-ra-lee nature's medicine. i've had some *a-ha* moments over the past couple of weeks as to both why and how much i love this oiling journey. so naturally, i wanted to get them out in writing here for my own reference and also because i just love sharing what i love.
so, here goes:
-i love the positive changes that these oils have brought to some of our daily routines. not all of the oil uses are for health.. you can simply apply because you like the scent and smelling it lifts your spirits. i've gotten in the habit of putting a dab of joy or stress away on ruby's wrists and over her heart when there's time in the morning before school. it's something simple i can do that brings us a moment of calm before we say goodbye and her busy day starts. i truly believe that there's something therapeutic in the oils that helps ground her but, even if i'm crazy and there isn't, there's something undeniably valuable about taking that extra moment to connect with her before she walks out the door. the same goes for our nighttime routine. i have a "sleep" roller bottle that's a mixture of cedarwood, lavender, and fractionated (always liquid) coconut oil. i bring that with me when i go in for stories and prayer with the girls, and i take a second to roll and rub a bit onto the bottoms of their feet before i leave their room for the night. i've genuinely seen a difference in the way they all (ruby especially) fall asleep at night since doing this. i trust that the oils are helping them, but i also value the extra care and attention that applying them gives.
-i love knowing that everything i'm using on myself and my family is verified and safe. young living's processes are so trustworthy, and i value that as a wife and mom. if i'm going to go the extra step and do the work to make natural changes for my family, i'm darn well going to make sure that the products i'm using to do so are legit. young living owns the entire process that their oils go through.. all the way from the "seed" to the "seal". they aren't just bottling oils that they bought from someone else. they own the seeds and the fields, they distill the oils, and then they bottle and ship them. they are the only company who does all of this, and you reap the benefits. you can have confidence that you are using oils that aren't adulterated in any way, and that means so much to me.. especially because i'm spending time and money making these oils a part of our life.
-although i understand how people may get jaded by the "fad-ish" feeling of oils popping up lately, i've been surprised at some of the hatin' going on when it comes to the use and rising popularity of essential oils. the fact of the matter is, we are all going to need to medicate ourselves in some way at some point in our lives. if someone told you they had a way for you to get the same results as a modern medication without the use of synthetic and man-made ingredients, wouldn't you be all for it? i know that i 100% would be. enter essential oils. so much relief can be found from something extremely potent and all-natural. i understand that "hater's gonna hate" and all that jazz, but more and more there's a burning desire inside of me to help people understand that they don't have to be chained to their pill bottles. even in the few months of using oils, i have had success at battling and beating many ailments and illnesses for myself and my kiddos. i won't go into specifics here for "fda" related reasons, but i would be oh so happy to share with you privately over a cup of coffee or through email.
-since beginning my research about essential oils around nine months ago, i started noticing just how many "mainstream" products have scents or traces of essential oils in them. i realize that it may be a difficult transition for someone who isn't used to alternative medicine to suddenly take that plunge, but in terms of things like lotions, soaps, and other products it wouldn't be that farfetched of change. i've inexpensively made cleaning, skin, and haircare products using my oils and, on top of the low cost, i also have the confidence that nothing in them is artificial or harmful.
-since beginning my research about essential oils around nine months ago, i started noticing just how many "mainstream" products have scents or traces of essential oils in them. i realize that it may be a difficult transition for someone who isn't used to alternative medicine to suddenly take that plunge, but in terms of things like lotions, soaps, and other products it wouldn't be that farfetched of change. i've inexpensively made cleaning, skin, and haircare products using my oils and, on top of the low cost, i also have the confidence that nothing in them is artificial or harmful.
-i'm excited by the opportunity that young living gives to make one's use and passion for essential oils into a personal business. i totally get people's hesitation when it comes to mlm (multi-level marketing) companies, but i truly believe that people are sharing about their use of oils because they are genuinely seeing a difference in their lives because of them. as one can easily tell from my over 4,000 instagram posts, i thoroughly enjoy sharing about things that i love and am excited about, and oiling has quickly become one of those things. the words of a fellow oiler rang so true for me today.. she said that even if no one ever bought oils and supported the business side of things for her, she would still continue to use and benefit from oils. that is completely my heart behind this! i'm daily seeing both big and small ways that essential oils are improving my family's quality of life, so of course i'll continue to use them regardless of how quickly or slowly the business part of it happens. if i can share those successes and help others experience that same goodness along the way, that's just icing on the cake for me.
-lastly, i have hope that the changes we're making to our health and well-being will be lasting ones for my family. one of my clearest memories from growing up is of my mom wearing patchouli oil as her perfume. we used to think nothing of it and would only occasionally call her a hippy :), but now it's something that i always connect fondly with her and my childhood. i'd love for our family's use of oils for both health and pleasure to be something that sticks with my kiddos for years to come.
so for now, those are some of my thoughts behind why i oil. if you have any questions, please comment below or reach out to me through social media. i would love to talk with you more about this oily world and help you learn about essential oils in whatever way i can. it really is an interesting and exciting new world for me.


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Happy Valentine's Day EOTD: Fyrinnae Chaotic Evil & Lights of Stockholm9:35 AM
Happy early Valentine's Day everyone! In honor of this red and pink, sugar-coated holiday, I decided I was inspired by one of my very favorite candies - conversation hearts! I mean the original conversation hearts, too...not the new bright, nasty flavored ones they have made now. Sorry for the mini-rant, but I was so disappointed this year when I bought my bag of Sweethearts and found they had changed the recipe. It's the little things in life like the traditional Valentine's candy that I look foward to, and I was sorely disappointed this year.
Anyway, back to my tribute to the original pink conversation hearts! I usually don't dabble in neons, but I was struck by Fyrinnae's Chaotic Evil sample I recieved in an earlier shipment, and since I hadn't tried it out yet, I figured this was the perfect time to do so! Chaotic Evil is a really neat color, and definitely outside the box for me. Not only is it an extremely bright bubble-gum or Barbie pink, but it is a matte with silver shimmer woven throughout. Unfortunately, my pictures didn't pick this up, but it is quite an amazing shade. I usually lean towards the frosts and pearls, but I might have a new lemming with these types of shades. Lights of Stockholm is from Fyrinnae's City Glam Cosmetic glitter collection. These are not eyeshadows, per say, but can definitely be used around the eye if done carefully. Unlike true glitters that we think of, which are made of pastic or metal, Fyrinnae has made this line out of lab created minerals that sparkle in a very similar way, and don't scratch the way traditional glitters can. These City Glam Cosmetic Glitters are a great way to add some sparkle to anything without having to worry about an overly pigmented shade. I really like to use these as a higlight, on top of a color that I want to enhance the color/shimmer of, and even on their own when I just need a hint of color. You can also use these over lipgloss, in your hair, add to nailpolish (for all you Frankener's out there!)....the possibilities are endless. If you haven't tried these out, they are quite beautiful.
Fyrinnae Pixie Epoxy - all over lid
Fyrinnae Chaotic Evil - inner corners
Bourjois Ombre a Paupieres Noir Emeraude - outer corner, into crease
Fyrinnae City Glam Cosmetic Glitter Lights of Stockholm - hilight, on top of crease/corner color
Prestige Cosmetics Liquid Glitter Eyeliner "Starlit Black" - liner
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Rating: 3 stars out of 5
What happens when a man with his heart in the clouds falls for one whose feet are firmly stuck to the ground?
Pilot Nick Galanos is on a mission to visit the fifty countries his mother couldn't before she died. But the closer he gets to his goal, the more he worries that he won't have anything to show for it but stamps in a crowded passport. On a rare visit back home, he meets a hot electrician with a killer set of dimples. Suddenly a future of shared adventures seems possible.
Except for one thing…
Lyall Turner's big brother died in a plane crash. He's been afraid of flying most of his life, but there's no shortage of destinations in Australia that don't require a boarding pass. But then he meets Nick and suddenly his 'no biggie' phobia stands squarely in the way of a beautiful future together. Now he has to decide whether he's going to let his fear or his heart take the lead.
And will Nick stay grounded while he decides?
Well huh, while I read the whole story and understood where the characters were coming from for the most part I am disappointed because I don't feel happy for them in the end. Nick and Lyall are quickly attracted to each other though Lyall has to work through his fears and Nick needs to learn how to understand/accept them.
These two just seemed to have a push and pull relationship from the beginning, heck even the one sex scene felt like they were each fighting for control. While I understood Lyall's fear I do feel that he didn't handle it very well at times and would lash out and as Nick was being sooo understanding he quickly flipped the switch of how he felt about Lyall's fear. And Lord was Nick's dad a jerk, I had more trouble trying to figure out why he was even "trying" in the first place. In the end the story fell flat for me, I could tell when the author was intentionally tried to push more conflict into the story and it felt forced and didn't flow all that well to me.
The cover art is nice but I don't feel it has much connection to the story.
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ebook, 150 pages
Published: May 4, 2019 by Escape Publishing
Edition Language: English


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Award ceremony was held in the National Gymnastics Arena for winners of individual competitions in rhythmic gymnastics at the 4th Islamic Solidarity Games in Baku.
Azerbaijani gymnast Marina Durunda won two gold medals, one silver and one bronze medal, while another Azerbaijani gymnast Jala Piriyeva won one gold, one silver and one bronze medal.
The ceremony was attended by President of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) Morinari Watanabe and Vice-President of Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation Altay Hasanov./azertag


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On my card I used Henry the mouse, and colored him with copics, and adde liquid pearls to the cupcake, and then cut him out. I used 3 different design papers(dp) and did sewing on 2 of the panels. I added 6 velvet white brads that were given to me in a swap by Cheri! Thank you hun!!! I love them:) I then added 2 flowers to complete the challenge:)
Here is another picture of Boots & Boomer in my craft room, they just love it here:)
Liquid pearls can be found here at Pez-A-Doodle Designs
Herny the mouse can be found here at Whiff of joy!
Dp is from the Sweet collection!


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The Federation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Stakeholders (FEDMAPS) is an autonomous body to promote the sector. It is involved in advocacy and also dedicated to updating its stakeholders with national and international regulatory, research government policies and schemes, conservation measures and markets. It promotes knowledge among its members by conducting training and to keeping them informed on global trends affecting the sector.
FEDMAPS works with agencies concerned to ease regulatory provisions affecting the smooth flow of commerce within the sector. FEDMAPS also motivates the stakeholders to update themselves with current scenario of MAPs and build up coordination between government agencies, producers of herbs and their allied products, collectors, cultivators, traders and research organizations for advancement of the sector. FEDMAPS also focuses on developing basic infrastructure for cultivators, creating a database of MAPs availability, demand and supply of various products, upgrading standards of MAPs trade, sustainable collection of minor forest produce and promotion of conservation & bio-diversity amongst stakeholders. It promotes Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) and related cooperation between members and government agencies to usher in a regime of reform and progress keeping the sector tuned to global expectations.


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Unprecedented Gathering of Martin Luther King's Lawyers
King lawyers and leading scholars to offer insights on civil rights icon at daylong symposium
CHICAGO --- Get an unprecedented perspective on Martin Luther King Jr. at a daylong symposium at Northwestern University School of Law that will bring together scholars as well as attorneys who represented the civil rights leader during major phases of his activism.
King's activism in Chicago will be among the topics of the conversations with attorneys.
Sponsored by the School of Law's Journal of Law and Social Policy (JLSP), "Martin Luther King's Lawyers: From Montgomery to the March on Washington to Memphis" will be held from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, in Thorne Auditorium, 375 E. Chicago Ave., in Chicago.
Free and open to the public, the event is JLSP's 8th annual symposium.
The King attorneys who will be featured in the conversations include Clarence B. Jones, first Diversity Visiting Professor at the University of San Francisco and contributing writer to the "I Have a Dream" speech; Northwestern Law alumnus Judge Horace Ward, who represented King in a case against Georgia authorities; and W.J. Michael Cody, of Burch, Porter & Johnson, one of King's Memphis attorneys.
The symposium also will feature Gil Cornfield and Gil Feldman, who partnered with King to combat housing discrimination during the Chicago Freedom Movement (1965 to 1966).
"This symposium is truly exceptional, as these individuals who represented Dr. King in nearly every one of his major movements have never before gathered together to discuss their experiences," said Kimberly Seymour, JLSP symposium chair and a JD-LLM program student.
Clayborne Carson, Martin Luther King Jr. Centennial Professor of History, and Ronnie Lott, founding director of The Martin Luther King Jr. Research and Education Institute at Stanford University, will give remarks about King's lawyers.
Aldon Morris, the Leon Forrest Professor of Sociology and African American Studies at Northwestern, will give an overview of King's career. Darlene Clark Hine, Board of Trustees Professor of African American Studies and professor of history at Northwestern, will participate in a conversation about Fred Gray, King's first attorney and Rosa Parks' lawyer; that discussion also will include Northwestern Law alumnus Jonathan Entin, associate dean for academic affairs, the David L. Brennan Professor of Law and professor of political science at Case Western Reserve Law School.
Len Rubinowitz, professor of law at Northwestern and faculty advisor to the JLSP, has been working on an article about King's lawyers over the last year and proposed the topic for the annual symposium.
"The editors got excited about the idea, and Kimberly and others have worked extremely hard to make it happen," Rubinowitz said. "The symposium will lead to an issue of the journal that will include a transcript of the symposium and my article on King's lawyers."
*This program has been approved for the following credit hours of CLE: 5 general credit hours.


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Ten Grants Awarded by Winners of Great Texas Birding Classic
July 12, 2019
Media Contact: TPWD News, Business Hours, 512-389-8030
Note: This item is more than 10 months old. Please take the publication date into consideration for any date references.
AUSTIN— The 23rd annual Great Texas Birding Classic (GTBC) has wrapped up another year and the winners of the largest and longest bird-watching competition in the United States have chosen 10 conservation projects to award grant funds. Grants range in amount to $1,000 to $10,000.
The Birding Classic continues to grow in popularity year after year, and it's been thrilling to see so many families, kids and friends connect with nature through the event," said Shelly Plante, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Nature Tourism Manager.
This year, 850 participants statewide participated in this event that spanned a full month during spring migration. Despite heavy rains during the final half of the tournament, teams saw a wide variety of bird species during their time in the field. In total, all 136 teams saw 411 species of birds during the monthlong competition. Among those were 19 youth teams called Roughwings (ages 13 and younger) and Gliders (ages 14-18). Thirteen of the youth teams were sponsored by the Texas Ornithological Society.
Since its inception, the winners of the GTBC have been able to award $993,000 in on-the-ground habitat acquisition, restoration and enhancement projects. This year, team registrations and sponsorships to the monthlong, 136-team tournament made it possible for the GTBC to award $39,000 in conservation grants to projects throughout the state.
For many participants, the GTBC offers more than just a chance to check off birds on a list and win prizes, but also an opportunity to connect with nature and appreciate the diversity of birds around them.
"I was introduced to birding last year through this competition and loved it so much," said Isabelle Zentil, an 18-year-old Gliders participant. "I started to go birding with my dad over the summer and was thrilled when I got the opportunity to do it again this year."
"In addition to the hundreds of people participating each year, the real winner is the birds since funds raised go toward bird conservation grants here in Texas," said Plante.
Grants chosen by the winners to receive funding from the GTBC include:
$10,000 Weeklong Conservation Grant- Selected by Colluding Curlews/Baker Barges
Project: Addition to the Coastal Heritage Preserve – Submitted by Artist Boat, Inc. This grant will fund the purchase of the 75-acre Anchor Bay, which will be added to and be managed as part of the Coastal Heritage Preserve.
Project Location: Artist Boat Coastal Heritage Preserve, Galveston Island
$5,000 Toyota Conservation Grant, Regional Big Day- Upper Texas Coast- Selected by Free Falling Falcons/Independent
Project: Quintana Beach County Park Bird Viewing Station – Submitted by Brazoria County Park. This grant will fund the construction of a slat covered observation deck overlooking the lagoon, which will provide better bird and Monarch watching opportunities.
Project Location: Quintana Beach County Park, Quintana
$5,000 Conservation Grant, Regional Big Day — Central Texas Coast- Selected by Swarovski Optik Bay-winged Hawks/Swarovski Optik North America
Project: Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge Audio Tour – Submitted by Friends of Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. This grant will fund the production and creation of an audio tour of significant sites and activities on the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge.
Project Location: Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge, Anahuac
$5,000 State Park Conservation Grant- Selected by Gawking Geese/Independent
Project: Alligator Lake/Grebe Marsh Restoration – Submitted by Friends of Estero Llano Grande State Park. This grant will fund the replacement of the flow meter for irrigation control for Alligator Lake and Grebe Marsh, the two most popular wetlands at Estero Llano Grande State Park.
Project Location: Estero Llano Grande State Park, Mercedes/Weslaco
$5,000 Sunrise to Noon Conservation Grant- Selected by SCENIC GALVESTON Sandhill Craniacs/SCENIC GALVESTON, Inc.
Project: McAllen Nature Center Pond with Stream – Submitted by City of McAllen, McAllen Nature Center. The McAllen Nature Center will use this grant to build a small pond with a babbling waterfall and stream at the main bird feeding station in the north area of the park.
Project Location: McAllen Nature Center, McAllen
$5,000 Lone Star Bird Award- Selected by Lucifer Madness 2019/Independent
Project: Calera Spring Wildlife Viewing Area and Evening Photography Blind – Submitted by Compadres del Rancho Grande. Funding from this grant will cover exclusion fencing to keep feral livestock out of the Calera Spring site at Big Bend Ranch State Park and the construction of a wildlife viewing area and photography blind near the spring within the exclusion area, including interpretive signage for visitors.
Project Location: Big Bend Ranch State Park, near Presidio
$1,000 Texas Two-Stop Conservation Grant- Selected by Swarovski Optik Wandering Hawks/Swarovski Optik North America
Project: Ibis Pond Boardwalk Restoration – Submitted by Friends of Estero Llano Grande State Park. This grant will fund the replacement of portions of trail that have started to deteriorate with recycled plastic lumber, which does well in shaded areas. These improvements will also help the trail remain ADA accessible.
Project Location: Estero Llano Grande State Park, Mercedes/Weslaco
$1,000 Central Texas Coast Big Sit! Conservation Grant- Selected by Swarovski Optik Sitting Hawks/Swarovski Optik North America
Project: Pollywog Pond – Submitted by Audubon Outdoor Club of Corpus Christi. This grant will fund the creation of permanent signage, including a property map with the location of trails, with images and descriptions of common wildlife that uses Polliwog Pond Bird Sanctuary.
Project Location: Pollywog Pond, Corpus Christi
$1,000 Heart of Texas East Big Sit! Conservation Grant- Selected by The Peli-cans!/Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
Project: Coastal Wetland and Migratory Stop-over Interpretation Signage – Submitted by South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center. This grant will fund the creation of interpretative signage about the ecology and wildlife that utilize coastal wetlands for wintering, nesting and rest-stops during migration. Signage would be placed along boardwalks and around migratory songbird gardens surrounding the visitor center.
Project Location: South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, South Padre Island
$1,000 Upper Texas Coast Big Sit! Conservation Grant- Selected by CenterPoint Energy Wirebirds/CenterPoint Energy
Project: Chimney Swift Towers and Interpretive Sign for Seabrook – Submitted by Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee. This grant will fund the creation of two towers with accompanying interpretive signage. One tower will be installed in Pine Gully Park and the other tower will be installed adjacent to that park on land owned by the Port of Houston.
Project Location: Pine Gully Park, Seabrook
This event is made possible by sponsorship and registration fees, donations from event sponsors Toyota, Texas Ornithological Society, and awards ceremony sponsor Audubon Texas.
For more information about the GTBC, visit the TPWD Great Texas Birding Classic page.


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The VC Arts Council is pleased to provide fiscal sponsorship to the following organizations:
California Poets In The Schools (CPITS) Ventura chapter
CPITS is a community-based poetry education program comprised of published poets who are professionally trained to bring their craft into the classroom. We believe that each student brings a unique perspective and our instructors are eager to teach them and to hear what they have to say. We are committed to working with students from all socio-economic, racial and cultural backgrounds, including at-risk youth and those with special needs. Our goal is to ignite imaginations and inspire a passion for language.
Contact: Fernando Salinas, Ventura County Area Coordinator and poet teacher firstname.lastname@example.com
Dancing With Our Local Schools (DWOLS)
DWOLS provides children an outlet for self-expression and creativity through the understanding and practice of ballroom dance, promoting positive social interaction and increased self-confidence. DWOLS was founded in 2010 by Maria Durant, as a not-for-profit, educational offshoot of her business, Dance 4 Wellness, in Thousand Oaks, CA. In six years of operation, DWOLS has brought dance instruction to almost 6,000 children in over 15 schools.
DWOLS employs three dance instructors and currently works with five schools. The program consists of two 12 week sessions over 24 weeks and culminating in Spring Showcase at La Reina High School where the performance space becomes an elegant ballroom, complete with red carpets, balloons and decorations. The purpose of this program is to expose students to different cultures through dance, teach them the importance of healthy interaction with the opposite gender so they can learn to work together toward a common goal. DWOLS teaches students a variety of dance steps and musical styles such as Salsa, Cha-cha, Merengue, Swing, Tango, Waltz and Foxtrot.
Knitting In Recovery (KIR)
Knitting In Recovery helps women suffering from mental illness, drug and alcohol addiction and those traumatized by domestic violence or sexual assault. Lise Solvang founded KIR in 2006. What began as a personal mission on her own path toward recovery gradually grew into a successful program offered at treatment centers and other facilities in Ventura County that provide services for people who have suffered or may be suffering from mental illness, drug addition, domestic violence, and homelessness. Years of teaching in group settings has given her a keen understanding of the group dynamic as it relates to therapy and healing. Ms. Solvang is an experienced needle-work artist and her knitting circles are safe and supportive environments that teach participants a valuable skill.
KIR offers knitting and crochet classes, service work and community integration. Blending arts instruction with workforce development and incorporating the traditional recovery tenet that teaches the value of being of service to others is what sets this program apart. Offered together, these experiences help participants with a re-integration into society as they develop self-esteem, learn to be teachers, and apply their newfound skill by donating and selling pieces they made at fundraising events and in retail settings.
KIR currently provides services at ten different facilities located in Ventura County– New Visions Center and the Oxnard Club House, both part of Turning Point Foundation, Prototypes, Project Understanding, Ribbons of Life, Evolve, the Ojai Valley Alano Club, Sulphur Mountain Sober Living, and 4 Kids 2 Kids.
Knitting In Recovery
316 N. Rice Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
The Oxnard Music Advocacy Group (OMAG)
OMAG is dedicated to bringing quality music education to every child in the Oxnard Unified School District. OMAG consists of a diverse group of community members who share time and resources in the belief that music enriches and enhances quality of life and promotes positive attributes in the lives of youth. We welcome volunteers: email@example.com to learn more.
Oxnard Music Advocacy Group
c/o Oxnard School District Educational Foundation
OMAG/ OSDEF P.O. Box 623
Oxnard, CA 93032
(805) 890-9876
WAV (Working Artists Ventura)
The WAV is a state-of-the-art community, designed for artists and creative businesses and located in downtown Ventura, California. WAV offers affordable living and work space for all types of artists. We have a Community Room for performances, films, art exhibitions, concerts, workshops and classes. We also offer our venue for public use. The WAV complex was designed and built to the highest standards of green technology and is LEED™ Certified, which includes recycled building materials, car sharing, water and energy conservation, with renewable solar power.
Working Artists Ventura
175 S, Ventura Ave.
Ventura, CA 93001


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Aspen The high quality rectified tiles of series Aspen 50x100 are as close as possible to the natural wood and bring harmony and elegance to the room. The tendency of natural look has been especially vivid in its expression in interior design. Wood design is one of the latest trends. The collection Aspen combine the sophistication and style of expensive hardwood with the durability and versatility of porcelain tile. Large format tiles are an easy way to modernize the look of your interior or exterior. Large format tiles withstand foot traffic, they are water and stain-resistant, easy to clean. Rectified tiles are practically identical in terms of length and width - the machines used to cut them work to very fine tolerances.
Barrel С меки, пастелни тонове и елегантни натурални дървесни нюанси, серия 20x120 R Barrel е изцяло посветена на естествените материали и светлите и спокойни тонове, в търсене на уют и функционалност. Плочките от серията впечатляват със елегантност и силно изразен дървесен фладер, наподобяващ естествените дървесни настилки. Цветовете на серията са бежово, кафяво и сиво.
Amarante Благодарение на актуалната си цветова гама серия 20х120 R Amarante веднага привлича вниманието. Към серията има декоративна плочка, с която може да създадете своеобразен килим на пода или да акцентирате върху стената. Серията се предлага в 2 гами - бежова и сива.
Tarragona The high quality digital printing of the rectified porcelain tiles from the Tarragona collection 50x100 allows to have different designs on each tile. These tiles provide a perfect look, and allow for extremely fine grout lines of 3mm or less. Because they're so carefully produced, rectified tiles can be used to create a very clean, even and symmetrical look. Advantages - near seamless, when done right, looks very straight and square.
Cortina Our new porcelain collection Cortina with natural stone-like design. The series is available in our new larger size 60x120 R.
Space In the interior design, the choice of flooring is extremely important. Space is available in sizes 60x120 R and 60x60. The series will add feeling of light in the family home, creating a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. You can use the beige or gray porcelain to emphasize the furnishings because the floor acts as a light source.
Tirol Porcelain series Tirol gives you the opportunity to bring the concrete, industrial look at home while keeping the technical advantages and qualities of porcelain. Tirol has several digital faces of design that enhance the cement look by avoiding repetition of design. The collection is in size 60x120 R, 60x60 R and 60x60.
Subway Subway is porcelain collection with cement look in size 60x120 R, 60x60 R and 30x60 R. The available colors are light grey, grey and taupe. Subway has print décor, to add modern look at any space.
Stoneline Our newest stone look collection inspired by the soft appearance of natural stone. Offered in two rich color palette - grey and beige - which comes alive with movement, created by delicate highlights of light greys and white lines. Stoneline collection is available in three sizes - 60x120 R, 60x60 R and 30x60 R and with two different surfaces - satin mat and natural - specially created for outdoor spaces with high antislip resistance.
Nordic Natural stone basalt reinterpreted by multi-surfaced porcelain collection Nordic has a dark-colored, fine-grained design with smooth monochromatic style. Available in 6 neutral colors in beige and grey nuances, in sizes 60x60 and 30x60. Nordic is a series, that will stand the test of the ages. Coming in two different surfaces to satisfy any needs both in indoor and outdoor spaces.
Cubo Series Cubo is a new and modern porcelain collection with calm stone design. The series is available in sizes 60x60 and 30x60 in white and brown color. The variety of faces and textures of the collection will give the space natural look and allows you to mix it and create unique spaces.
Bolero The tiles of the series Bolero 30x60 are in a calming and neutral beige color, and the delicately painted, on the décor tiles leaves, will give a complete and elegant look to the bathroom.
Habanera Create a new look of the room with wood design tiles from series Habanera available in two colors – natural and brown, combining the beauty and the warmth of the wood and the durability of the porcelain.
Matera Series Matera is available in 4 colors - natural, beige, taupe and brown. Add the vision of natural wood with porcelain tiles with the modern wood design of collection Matera.
Varese The size of the tiles in the series Varese is 30x60 cm, the cement design is completed by two décors - with delicate leaves and with artistic patchwork. Patchwork style tiles are current trend in interior design, that can be used both in modern and in retro interiors. With them you can decorate a whole wall or only a part of it.
Como Series Como is suitable for different spaces and looks good in combination with different styles. The collection is available in 3 colors - natural, beige and brown and the surface of this porcelain tile recreates the look of natural wood flooring.
Marea Series Marea 30x60 tiles will make the bathroom a bright, calm and cozy place, a place to rest and to have time for yourself, while remaining functional and practical.
Riviera The design of the Riviera series 30x60 successfully imitates stone, which is a popular vision in modern interiors. Gray and beige are well balanced and easy to combine neutral and natural colors that help to achieve a stylish and modern atmosphere.
Maiolica The series is inspired by the artistic ceramics, also known as Maiolica. The colection is available as wall tiles in size 30х60 for wall application and porcelain tiles in size 33.3х33.3 for floor application both, in color combinations of beige and grey. The decors in this series are an easy way to add style to your home.
Romance The gentle, pastel colors of the Romance 25x50 series will create mood and harmony in the bathroom. The beautiful decor, with floral motifs, combine well with the beige and brown color of the main tiles, creating a relaxed and calm atmosphere. The result is a delicate and romantic interior.
Lina The original design of the Lina 25x50 series is inspired by the weaves and colours of natural fibres. The bathroom can now be "covered" with ceramics that resemble real textiles, with a highly decorative effect. The soft beige and cream shades and lightly embossed reliefs create an elegant atmosphere in the home. For the design of the tiles of the collection is used one more current trend - patchwork.
Salsa Ceramic tiles from the Salsa series have one of the most preferred bath sizes - 20 x 50 cm. The beige and gray are perfectly complemented by decor tiles with geometric pattern in the same color range.
Mystic Tiles of the Mystic 20x50 series, which are in the classical beige and gray range, will make your bathroom more spacious. The two decors in the collection make it possible to create a variety of designs that can be used individually or combined together.
Palazzo The Palazzo series tiles 30x60 add dynamics to the design of the bathroom and the geometric shapes give a wonderful modern look.
Perlato The design of the series Perlato 30x60 re-creates the elegance and class of marble. The beautiful details of the decor tiles resemble mosaic and will be an excellent accent in the bathroom interior.
Callisto Bathroom Collection Callisto 25x50 is a combination of light floral motives in neutral shades or in interesting three-dimensional graphics.
Rhea Bathroom collection Rhea 25x50. Soft neutral shades that fit both small and large rooms. Stylish, clean and modern.
Fado Fado bathroom collection 25x50 appears in three neutral shades of beige , gray and blue. Glossy surface leaves a feeling of cleanliness and spaciousness. The diamond and hexagonal forms of decor add style and modern touch to any bathroom
Izola Isola bathroom collection 25x50 is a cozy combination of delicate shades in the range of colorful purple and soft green. The wavy relief and brilliant detail creates a sense of water surface and a whiff of gentle sea breeze.
Chic CHIC - The design of the tile presents a beautiful mosaic of natural textures and decorative elements.
Marmi The marble will make every interior modern and stylish. The high-quality porcelain tiles from the Marmi series (60x60/30x60) perfectly mimic the natural marble stones. Their whiteness creates a sense of spaciousness.
Vogue Series VOGUE - the series has 5 colors , each of them is sufficiently attractive and memorable. Each color is shiny embossed structure.
Mykonos Marble has always found its place in various interior and exterior solutions. The porcelain tiles of the Mykonos series perfectly reproduce the beauty of this stone, not only in appearance but also in touch. If you choose the series you will give class and unique style to your home.
Cortes Porcelain tiles from series Cortes are available in light gray and brown and make it suitable for the lovers of Nordic design. The simple design, that perfectly reproduces the structure of wood can be used anywhere, even in the heart of the home - the kitchen. This is the room where the floor must be durable and easy to maintain.
Bali The ultimate SPA feel for your bathroom
Asturia The design of series Asturias is as close as possible to the natural appearance of the wood, and the tile structure follows the direction of the wooden pattern. Porcelain wood planks are a beautiful house detail that adapts to any setting. The series is available both in warm brown and in modern gray colors, and the size is 20.4x120.4 cm.
Leda Invite Italy in your home- tiles with Italian design
Iberica Series Iberica comes in 3 colors that are suitable for most interior styles. The light natural color is typical for modern homes, allowing to focus on furnishings. The dark brown tiles will be a good choice for classic interiors/exteriors, and the beige tile flooring will create a warm atmosphere.
Turia Serie Turia brings the warmth and the peace of the wood, but with some advantages like moisture-proof, easy maintain and usage - in the interior and in the exterior of the home. The natural colors and the deep relief of the tiles are a great choice for the space in front of the house or on the terrace, something that cannot be done with natural wood flooring.
Cosmos Bathroom tiles Cosmos with textures composed of soft geometric shapes
Chevron Series Chevron will give a remarkable and unique character to the home and definitely won`t be unnoticed. Plane lines creating beautiful pattern on the floor that can be recreated on the wall. The colors are beige, brown and white and the size of the tiles is 20.4x120.4.
Vega Bathroom series Vega- marbel tale in Italian- geometry and harmony in natural shades
Alboran Unique combination – wood and stone in a single tile, with Scandinavian look. Make your home modish with series Alboran (20.4x120.4). Three colors - natural, grey and taupe, three different looks. Indoor or outdoor – you choose. The collection is suitable for homes in the modern urban style.
Yantar Yantar series is ceramic alternative to natural quartz texture - Available with multiple faces to enhance the feeling of the stone in nature.
Segura The tiles of collection Segura are in soft colors - beige, brown and light gray, that are increasingly used in modern urban interiors and the combination of the 3 colors creates a fashion vision. The choice is varied and perfectly harmonizes with different styles of furniture. The surface is structural, and the wood is shown in its rough nature.
Tahiti Tahiti, bathroom collection made of gold and tiles with natural stone
Acacia Inspired by the beauty and simplicity of Scandinavian design. With soft pastel tones, elegant natural wood shades, Acacia series is entirely dedicated to natural materials and bright, calm tones, looking for comfort and functionality. Acacia combines the durability that you need with the style you want. The look of the wood adds to your living space a sense of luxurious comfort that never loses its charm.
Marfil The design of Marfil 60x60 series is inspired by the everlasting beauty of marble. Now, lining the apartment with marble tiles is easy, accessible and above all, stylish. The warm beige color of the tiles is a great choice for all rooms of the home.
Neos Mediterranean theme with various decorating solutions for bathrooms
Selena Selena- bathroom tiles with light, cotton-like texture offered in pink and grey
Merano The large format porcelain tiles of the Merano series 60x60 are developed based on the natural texture of the marble. The tiles from this collection will create a elegant and relaxed atmosphere in the home.
Dorada The design of Dorada series is in one of the latest trends in interior design – tiles with same size, but with different structures, which perfectly reproduce the natural appearance of the stone and give unlimited possibilities for application..
Medea Collection of bathroom tiles Medea- mythical and lyrical mood in purple, blue and beige
Crono Bathroom series Crono- decorative ornaments and stone textures presented according to an Italian recipe!
Santana Santana porcelain is a new and modern multi-format collection with sizes of 15.5x60.5cm, 30x60cm and 60x60cm. The vast variety of faces and textures gives to the space natural and unstrained finish.
Falia Falia Collection recreates digital touch to the natural rock texture in different shades and variety of faces
Navona Marble floors are recognized as a symbol of high class and are often used in interior design to bring sophistication and elegance in the room. The stylish design of Navona series successfully reproduces the richness of the patterns in the natural marble. The colors are beige and gray, the sizes of the tiles are 15.5x60.5, 30x60 and 60x60 cm and their different structures allows for a variety of combinations.
Bottega Porcelain tiles from collection Bottega are unique in every way. Resembles the look of a renovated, reclaimed wood floor with aged edges, cracked knots, saw cut structures and variations in color and dimensions of 15.5x60.5.
Costa The porcelain series Costa is inspired by the warmth natural wood shades of beige, brown and white.Thanks to their trendy size, 20x120 cm, natural look and water-resistant technology, the tiles are the perfect choice to create a truly majestic interior.
Legend Bathroom tiles Legend offer a variety of textures of faces in combination with floral decoration
Soler Soler is a porcelain series in size 15x90 with mid-large dimensions and superior authenticity and craftsmanship. Soler tiles are available in 3 natural wood color variations that bring luxury into your home.
Lucia Bath series Lucia presents realistic wood textures combined with the esthetic ornamental decors
Samba Bathroom tiles Samba series - fresh colors in combination with soft floral motifs
Tavolato Series Tavolato is the perfect substituent for the parquet floor in your home. Extremely pleasant natural colors, with a wood-like design, will make every home a dream place to relax.
Onda The multiple face design of porcelain series Onda resembling wooden planks in size 15x90cm, will bring your room to life. The beautiful multistrip pattern results in extra elegance, giving your room added length and depth.
Teya Series Teya combines wall tiles 25x50 with granite tiles for the floor 33x33. The series has a decorated tiles, also in size 25x50, and a frieze in size of 8x50, allowing it to be placed both vertically and horizontally.
Aquarelle Bathroom series Aquarelle in size 25x50 is a great combination of wood and floral elements, which gives the bathroom a memorable character. The clean look of wood and freshness of Magnolia, offered in beige and grey, adapt to any interior.
Cordoba Cordoba is the porcelain alternative of wooden planks in size 10x70cm which mimic perfectly natural wood in color variations of beige, brown and grey. Whichever interior style you choose, the multiple face of the design, the structure and finish of the porceline tiles, allows you to create an inviting atmosphere
Alcora Porcelain series Alcora is size 10x70cm collection is wood in all its glory. Beautifully proportioned, these long and planks with multiple face of the design, will add warmth and character to any room. The series is available in grey, brown and beige.
Braga Braga is a porcelain series consists of hardwearing, medium-sized tiles, 15x90cm, resembling planks, that look and feel exceptionally natural. Braga is not only beautiful but also durable in time and easy to maintain. Offered in brown, beige and gray, Braga fits perfectly everywhere.
Sierra The format of the porcelain series Sierra 15x90 is big enough to highlight the natural colour variations of wood in white, brown and grey but also compact enough to fit any living space. The deep and straight grooves also create a typical plank effect.
Porto With the modern, long size of 20x120cm, Porto series managed to perfectly bring the porceline tile miltiple face designs, in line with the unique character and style of each wood shade- beige, brown and white.
Evora The porcelain series Evora can be easily mistaken for long planks made of natural wood. With their trendy and fancy length of 20x120cm, the tiles exude class and quality and will make any room special.
Cassero Cassero- porcelain tiles in beige and grey- stone and wood suitable for every interior.
Regolo Porcelain collection Regolo- the most adequate solution for interiors and exteriors
Vintage Vintage Collection porcelain tiles is suitable for interior and public spaces. The modern and neutral white makes it easy to combine and match with other fabrics and colors.
Kansas Invite the nature in your home with Porcelain tiles Kansas. Pleasant wood textures in the range of brown and beige. Bring warmth and comfort in any room.
Rapolano The texture combination of natural stone and concrete creates a whole new universe for ideas. Ideal for clean modern interior and public buildings.
Stucco Stucco series is available in two shades of gray. Realistic look of the concrete,soft colors and delicate shading make it practical and easy to use.
Pandora Invite the nature at home with series of porcelain tiles Pandora. Creative combination between aesthetics and functionality.
Studio Invite the nature at home with series of porcelain tiles Studio. Creative combination between aesthetics and functionality.
Calacatta Porcelain Calacatta- white marble river flows through your home
Rovere Rovere- invite the wood to you home- porcelain tiles birch, beech and oak
Royce Wooden texture on ceramic surfice- porcelain collection Royce
Savoya Porcelain Savoya different shades of grey to your interior
Opal Porcelain collection Opal- cotton clouds of marbel for your home
Muro Muro porcelain series creates a sense of natural rocks at home - Muro is ideal for wall cladding
Provence Porcelain Provence 45x45 cm -brings fresh feel of the countryside around you
Brick Brik Series - tiles for interior and exterior applications. The design draws inspiration from old masonry, refracted through the current art vintich trend in interior design.
Tropic Tropic series is inspired by the natural wood textures. Multiplicity of individuals texture contributes to enhance the feeling of natural wood effect.
Toronto Toronto porcelain series with size 30 x 60 creates greatness, beauty and splendor of the Canadian nature - natural wood textures ensure the coziness in your home
Country Porcelain Country recreates an ordered sliced stone.
Lombard Lombard porcelain for garden, terrace, hallway - interesting combination of gray and white
Basel Basel porcelain with dimensions 45 x 45 - fits perfectly to any terrace, corridor, garden
Fiji Porcelain Fiji- favorite of every exterior and interior
Java Porcelain Java 50x50 cm - naturally stone textures with 8 different digital faces for maximum natural effect
Art Art porcelain tiles with metal effect and beautiful ornaments
Prism With Prism porcelain tiles on the floor the room will shine from metal reflections.
Treviso Treviso porcelain tiles come in a size 30x60 cm, a combination of soft and pleasant colors.
Fenix Porcelain tiles Fenix is a wonderful combination of dark and light metal coat with gray highlights. It gives a modern and elegant look to all the room, whether used in the bathroom, interior or terrace.
Azteka Porcelain Azteka is a refreshingly original way to convey a memorable and individual character to your home. Azteca is both, basic and decorative tile with cement look in size 30x60, on which you can find a composition of geometric shapes in overflowing earth nuances of ochra, blue and yellow.
Riga RIGA - porcelain tiles resembling a wood texture. Contains 3 colors, each of them in a size of 30x60.
Akadia Acadia Series is suitable for any room you want to give style and coziness. The series has a white and a brown color, which allows a different combination.
Ottawa Ottawa Series - the name of the series is inspired by the Canadian capital. The colors and textures resemble a maple tree. The series includes two sizes - 30x60 cm and 15x60 cm (rectified). Modern digital technology has been used to make the models.
Alaska Series Alaska comes in two sizes - 15x60 and 30x60 and two natural shades of gray and cinnamon. The combination of sizes and colors gives the maximum realistic effect and warm feel of natural wood on the floor and the wall.
City Porcelain series City is a collection of tiles with a vintage design that reminds us of the city squares of old Italy. City is available in two basic colors and tiles, which also feature decors with graphics. The size of the collection is 45x45, and the effect achieved after laying it-unique.
Uran Uran is part of the granite series with metallic finish. Irregular glare effects create a sense of corroded metal, very easy to maintain . Suitable for both small and large rooms.
Pixel Pixel Porcelain tiles is a wonderful combination of several shades metal coats with gold highlights. It gives a modern and elegant look to all the spaces , whether used in the bathroom, interior or terrace. The square and triangular pattern leaves contemporary and pleasant impression.
Modena The porcelain tiles in Modena series are in size 30х60 cm and has a cement texture with specific veins, that gives a feeling of warmth and coziness. Neutral shades are blended with different materials and surfaces.
Tamarind Tamarind is a porcelain series with wood design with three soft and natural wood shades of beige, brown and cream. The size of the tiles, 15.5x60.5, contributes to the natural feeling of natural flooring on the floor or wall lining.
Yucca Porcelain series Yucca is a modern, ceramic alternative to the wooden planks that are a popular choice for the floor, especially for those looking to recreate the romantic feel and coziness of the past. The tiles are available in size 15.5x60.5 and three color variations of beige, brown and anthracite.The tiles have multi-functional application and can be easily selected as a wall accessory too.
Areca Porcelain Areca is a series of tiles with universal application for floor and wall. The collection has a modern, clean wood design with fine relief that adapts easily to the interior or exterior of your home or garden. It has a size of 15.5x60.5 and is available in beige and gray color.
Quebec Series Quebec comes in two sizes - 15x60 and 30x60 and three natural shades of beech, ash and ebony. The combination of sizes and colors gives the maximum realistic effect and warm feel of natural wood on the floor and the wall.
Avenue Series Avenue 60x60 surprises with its satin matte surface and a variety of digital faces of design. Series Avenue can be placed anywhere in your home, office or garden. The tiles are ideal for large spaces.


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Grief and Loss
There are many ways to deal with a loss.
It's likely that more than one method may be useful to get through it.
Therapy can certainly help people avoid Complicated or Prolonged Grief and it can also help with Grief and Loss.
Nearly all helping tools and methods have to do with honoring what you had and not what you lost – being glad you had the person, not that you lost them.
Part of our self-identity comes from the relationships we have with other people. When someone you care for dies, your self-identity, or the way you see yourself, naturally changes. You may have gone from being a "wife" or "husband" to a "widow" or "widower." You may have gone from being a "parent" to a "bereaved parent". Maybe you are no longer the close friend, son or daughter, etc. – sometimes even an employee, if you've lost a needed job. The way you define yourself and the way society defines you is changed.
A death or great loss sometimes requires you to take on new roles that had been filled by the person who died, or you may now find a painful void in yourself that the lost one had filled.
You confront your changed identity every time you do something that used to be done by or with the person who died.
And you grow as a person when learning to fill your own void.
Many people discover that as they must adjust, they ultimately discover some positive aspects of their changed self-identity. You may develop a more caring, responsible or kind and sensitive part of yourself. You may develop an assertive part of your identity that empowers you to go on living and thriving even though you continue to feel a strong sense of loss.
Stages of Grief and Loss
A good starting place is read the Stages of Grief and Loss, readily available on the internet, to determine where you are on that list so that some of your feelings can perhaps feel normalized and the next Stages expected, making them more manageable.
Making Meaning
Making meaning will be as varied as personalities are.
A positive approach is needed to leave your personal feelings of loss or regret and focus and what that person gave you.
How are you different from having known them?
Did they make you feel safe and accepted?
Maybe they gave you or enhanced your sense of humor?
Perhaps they introduced religion or spirituality or Buddhism or meditation or Forest Bathing or other ways of learning to self soothe.
Were they a success in some way that inspired you?
What was special about them that you'd like to emulate?
Some people find comfort with planting a tree or bush in the memory of the person who has left.
Others prefer to donate to a group that would resonate with him/her.
Some write letters to help them come to acceptance and burying them when putting a special plant in the ground.
A letter that is burned so that the smoke goes up to the heavens is not uncommon.
I know a person who went to Iceland to see the Northern Lights feeling her loved one was there.
Some Latin countries celebrate The Day of the Dead once a year to honor those dear to them that have passed.
The Chinese also celebrate once a year in April. On this holiday China's cemeteries are more densely populated with the living than the dead. Millions of people of Chinese descent visit the graves of their ancestors to burn paper money or other paper made into cars, houses, boats, hearts, etc. and believe that if you burn paper money and other offerings at the graves of your ancestors, they will receive them in the afterlife and, thinking kindly of you, put them to use. The graves are cleaned before candles and incense are lit. Often, messages to the deceased are also spoken out loud. This holiday of remembrance has become a bit commercialized, as has our Christmas, but it is about joy and love – not loss.
What could you do that could give you peace and meaning?
Many find solace in quiet reading.
I very recently bought these books for someone very close to me and she said they helped a lot.
-Please Be Patient, I'm Grieving
-Getting Thru What You Can't Get Over
-Healing After Loss: Daily Meditations for Working Through Grief
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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Rebecca Skloot
Her name was Henrietta Lacks, but scientists know her as HeLa. She was a poor black tobacco farmer whose cells—taken without her knowledge in 1951—became one of the most important tools in medicine, vital for developing the polio vaccine, cloning, gene mapping, and more. Henrietta's cells have been bought and sold by the billions, yet she remains virtually unknown, and her family can't afford health insurance. This phenomenal New York Times bestseller tells a riveting story of the collision between ethics, race, and medicine; of scientific discovery and faith healing; and of a daughter consumed with questions about the mother she never knew.
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Educated: A MemoirTara Westover Born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho, Tara Westover was seventeen the first time she set foot in a classroom. Her family was so isolated from mainstream society that there was no one to ensure the children received an...
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Lab Girl Hope Jahren Geobiologist Hope Jahren has spent her life studying trees, flowers, seeds, and soil. Lab Girl is her revelatory treatise on plant life—but it is also a celebration of the lifelong curiosity, humility, and passion that drive every...
The Underground Railroad (2017)
The Underground Railroad Colson Whitehead Cora is a slave on a cotton plantation in Georgia. Life is hell for all the slaves, but especially bad for Cora; an outcast even among her fellow Africans, she is coming into womanhood—where even greater pain awaits. When...
When The Emperor Was Divine (2016)
On a sunny day in Berkeley, California, in 1942, a woman sees a sign in a post office window, returns to her house, and matter-of-factly begins to pack her family's possessions.
Just Mercy (2015)
A powerful true story about the potential for mercy to redeem us, and a clarion call to fix our broken system of justice—from one of the most brilliant and influential lawyers of our time
Thank You For Your Service (2014)
Thank You for Your Service, written by the American journalist David Finkel, is the follow up non-fiction book to The Good Soldiers…
My Beloved World (2013)
The first Hispanic and third woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court, Sonia Sotomayor has become an instant American icon.
Behind the Beautiful Forevers (2012)
In this brilliant, breathtaking book by Pulitzer Prize winner Katherine Boo, a bewildering age of global change and inequality is made human through the dramatic story of families striving toward a better life in Annawadi, a makeshift settlement in the shadow of luxury hotels near the Mumbai airport
Strength In What Remains (2010)
In Strength in What Remains, Tracy Kidder gives us the story of one man's inspiring American journey and of the ordinary people who helped him, providing brilliant testament to the power of second chances.


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Infusing the syrup with lavender imparts a subtle floral flavor to this ice cream. Look for fresh ricotta cheese at gourmet markets, or you can make your own—go to CookingLight.com for our homemade version. It lends the ice cream wonderful richness. Serve with Easy Raspberry Sauce, and garnish with lavender sprigs.
How to Make It
Combine sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook 45 seconds or until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat; stir in lavender. Let stand 30 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl; discard solids. Cover and chill 1 hour.
Combine fresh ricotta cheese, honey, and salt in a food processor; process until smooth. With processor on, slowly add lavender syrup through the food chute. Pour mixture into the freezer can of an ice-cream freezer; freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions. Spoon ice cream into a freezer-safe container; cover and freeze 4 hours or until firm.


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"Stephens said he practices a hour or more each day. He joined band when he was in sixth grade.YouTube has plenty of videos of Matt and the rest of the band in action.
"I was just a music person," he said. "Band was what I wanted to do."
He said he tried playing several instruments, but not one felt right until he picked up the euphonium.
"It just fit me," Stephens said.
He plans on playing the instrument for life - even though he said he will major in accounting or finance in college. He hopes to attend Sam Houston State University next year.
When he is not in school, Stephens works in a bowling alley and also bowls competitively.
"I spend most of my time aside from the band hall at the bowling alley," he said. "I just like to bowl."
But music is what drives him.
"If I'm ever feeling down, I just pick up an instrument and start playing," Stephens said."
Music The Houston Chronicle interviews euphonium player Matt Stephens, who's been selected to join the band for Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in New York City:
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Which Species Will Live?
By: Michelle Nijhuis
- Dozens of these experts gathered in small conference rooms in New York City, southwestern Montana and Buenos Aires to discuss each species for its importance to its ecosystem, its economic and cultural value, and its potential to serve as a conservation emblem
- Entire groups of species were deemed valuable but not valuable enough
- As budgets shrink, environmental stresses grow, and politicians and regulators increasingly favor helping the economy over helping the planet
- Sooner or later a vulnerable species will be too hard to save
- The concept of conservation triage is based loosely on medical triage, a decision-making system
- All of them involve sorting patients for treatment in difficult situations where time, expertise
or supplies, or all three, are scarce
- The Endangered Species Act of 1973 that was passed is still considered the most powerful environmental law in the world, stipulated eligibility for protection for all nonpest species, from bald eagles to beetles
- The Noah Principle: all species are fundamentally equal, and everything can and should be saved, regardless of its importance to humans
- Trouble arose in the late 1980s, when proposed endangered-species listings of the northern spotted owl and some salmon varieties threatened the economic interests of powerful timber and fishing industries, setting off a series of political and legal attempts to weaken the law
- Today triage is one of the most provocative ideas in conservation. To many, it invokes not only political threats to laws such as the Endangered Species Act but an abandonment of the
moral responsibility for nature implied in the Noah Principle
- Conservationists who are pushing for explicit triage say they are bringing more systematic thinking and transparency to practices that have been carried out implicitly for a long time
- In recent years researchers have proposed several ways to make triage decisions, with the aim of providing maximum benefit for nature as a whole
- Some scientists argue for weighting species according to their role in the ecosystem, an approach we might call "function first."
- Threatened species with a unique job, they say, or "umbrella" species whose own survival ensures the survival of many others, should be protected before those with a so-called redundant role
- The advantage of this function-first approach is that it focuses on specific ecological roles rather than raw numbers of species, giving conservationists a better chance at protecting
functioning ecosystems
- As an alternative, the EDGE (Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered) of Existence program run by the Zoological Society of London argues for prioritizing species at the genomic level, an approach we might call "evolution first." Rather than focusing on well-known species with many near relatives, the EDGE program favors the most genetically unusual threatened species
- The evolution-first approach emphasizes the preservation of genetic diversity, which can help all the world's species survive and adapt in fast-changing environmental conditions by providing a robust gene pool
- Some play a vital role in the ecosystem, some have unique genes, some provide extensive services to humans. No single criterion can capture all these qualities
- The Wildlife Conservation Society combined different triage approaches in its analyses: it gave priority to threatened species that have larger body size and wider geographic range, reasoning that protection of these creatures would likely benefit many other plants and animals
- Given the importance of protecting not simply individual animals but also the relations among them, some researchers say that triage approaches should select among ecosystems instead of species
- A software program was developed that is widely used, aims to maximize the effectiveness of conservation reserves by considering not only the presence of endemic species and the level of conservation threats but also factors such as the cost of protection and "complementarity"—the contribution of each new reserve to existing biodiversity protections
- Protected areas and parks, however, can be difficult to establish and police, and because climate change is already shifting species ranges, static boundaries may not offer the best long-term protection for some species
- Sooner or later, though, a vulnerable species or habitat will require measures too expensive for any government or group to shoulder
- The central difficulty is that, just as with battlefield triage, the line between opportunity and lost cause is almost never clear
- As climate change, population expansion and other global pressures on biodiversity continue, however, more and more species are likely to require heroic measures for survival
- Prioritizing species by ecological function, evolutionary history or other criteria will help shape conservation strategies, but for the greater good of many other species, societies will almost certainly have to consciously forgo some of the most expensive and least promising rescue efforts
There are vast amount of species in the world that play variety of unique roles in the ecosystem that we are unaware about. On a certain extent, some people find these species more on an economical standard where some are highly valued while others aren't. Many of these species are on the verge of extinction and time isn't on our side, yet people still are blinded by the economical barrier that separates us from saving the environments that they inhabit. Group of conservationists and experts have begun to sat down and discuss thoroughly on the importance of what species are worth saving. A system has been used to make those decisions which is a conservation triage that is similarly based on that of medical triage. Most importantly, the Noah Principle specifically states that all species are fundamentally equal, and everything can and should be saved, regardless of its importance to humans. However, there are people who deplore this statement as to how they see that these species should be saved accordingly. Some say that the function-first approach in which threatened species whose own survival ensures the survival of many others, should be protected. In contrast, others believe that in the evolution-first approach emphasizes the preservation of genetic diversity, which can help all the world's species survive and adapt in fast-changing environmental conditions by providing a robust gene pool should be saved. Although there are many approaches on how to save species in the environment, there isn't a solid agreement on what way should be done. However, the Wildlife Conservation Society has made this simpler by combing the different triage approaches all into one. It explains that the priority of threatened species with larger body size and wider geographic range gives it the reason more to protect these creatures that would likely benefit many other plants and animals. Researchers suggest that we should approach by turning our attention towards more of ecosystems rather than just only species. There has been a software program developed suited for this purpose that aims to maximize the effectiveness of conservation reserves by considering not only the presence of endemic species and the level of conservation threats but also factors such as the cost of protection and "complementarity"—the contribution of each new reserve to existing biodiversity protections. Even thought it may seem great, some factors like climate change can easily make our job more difficult as it can shift species ranges and static boundaries which may not offer the best long-term protection for some species. Climate change, population expansion and other global pressures on biodiversity are mostly from human contributions and the continuation of this will cause more and more species to require heroic measures for survival. Sadly, what we are doing right now is not a good thing as we constantly sit and watch many of these species suffer in misery while we are inadvertently causing deterioration in many environments at large magnifying scales. The more we do this, the more difficult it will get as it can be both expensive and tiring to save much of the species that may enter extinction and also resource will become scarce in which the entire human race will struggle before we know it.
Many species around the globe play important roles in our ecosystems but we can't save them all. Looking closely at ways to save the species is quite huge in our hands. It has been a long controversial issue to agree on a certain way to save them. Keeping some species alive while we let others perish will still harm the stability of the ecosystems as it requires every single factor or what we call roots that are interconnected to one another. Going to every species in the world by physically saving them isn't an effective way. Instead, we can mix that with saving the ecosystems so that both the species and its ecosystems or habitats are protected and maintained. Basically what this purpose is that species that don't have homes or place to live can be fostered and facilities can be made to take care of them while we are also preserving the land of species that need them for survival as many depend on it. The main point is that the more we can manage our environments better by not replacing their land for the construction of houses and cities, pollution to their land like its our garbage dump, and reducing harmfully dangerous chemicals toward the atmosphere.


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The BSA U6 Coed Spring Soccer Programme is open to boys and girls ages 4 and 5 (school grades PK and K).
The 8 week winter soccer season begins in April and ends in June. There are no weeknight practices for Spring Soccer and all sessions are held at the International School of Brussels on Sunday afternoons for one hour.
All new players to the game are very welcome!
For further information please go to the Soccer page.
7 April
First clinic
14-28 April
No clinics (Spring Break)
5 May
Clinics resume
16 June
Final clinic
Registration and Payment
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Did you know that the fees you pay only cover a portion of the actual costs involved for your child to play baseball? We depend on donations and sponsorship to make up the rest. If you are able to, please consider donating to the BSA to help us continue our youth programmes. You may include this in your online payment.
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July 28, 2010
Prescription-type opiate overdoses, deaths continue to rise in King County
The number of people dying in King County from prescription-type opiate overdoses continues to rise, according to results released today from the 2009 King County Drug Trends report. The report is produced by a collaborative effort of researchers, public health experts, law enforcement officials and service providers led by Caleb Banta-Green, research scientist at the University of Washington's Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute.
In addition to the increase in overdoses cited above, Banta-Green said researchers also see signs that heroin use is increasing among young adults and across the state.
More specifically, prescription-type opiate-involved deaths continued to increase in King County in 2009, accounting for 160 out of 253 drug overdoses. This compares with 21 prescription-type opiate deaths in 1997.
• 83 percent of these deaths in 2009 involved another substance, most often prescription-type anti-anxiety medicines (e.g. Valium, Xanax).
• One in four of the deaths also involved an illegal drug; almost half of those who died were women.
• Other indicators in the report show the impact of prescription-type opiates in both King County and throughout the rest of the state. More than half of those entering treatment for addiction to prescription-type opiates are between the ages of 18 to 29, for example, with 440 young adults entering treatment in King County alone in 2009.
Researchers also found that young adult use of heroin continues to increase over the past decade. In 2009, nearly 30 percent (471) of heroin users who entered drug treatment were between the ages of 18 and 29, compared with 17 percent (326) in 1999.
Heroin problem indicators increased at a faster rate outside of King County from 2005 to 2009, as shown by treatment admissions to non-methadone maintenance treatment and calls to the Washington Alcohol/Drug Help Line. Help Line calls about heroin for those outside of King County show a 64 percent increase in the proportion of all calls between 2005 and 2009; the numerical increase for these calls increased from 410 to 917.
Among other drugs, cocaine continues to be a major drug of abuse and was the most common illegal drug detected in deaths in this report. Most cocaine also appears to contain levamisole, an adulterant that can lead to serious health problems.
Marijuana continues as the most common primary drug among youth entering drug treatment. In addition, the number of adult treatment admissions has more than doubled over the past decade. The increases are most notable among males, blacks, and Hispanics and in the south region of King County where the rate has doubled since 1999 and surpassed Seattle in 2007. Probation or court systems made the referral to marijuana treatment programs for nearly 30 percent of clients in 2009. This figure is similar to treatment admissions in prior years, but it is the highest proportion of treatment admissions for any drug in 2009.
Methamphetamine-involved deaths and treatment admissions have held steady, at a moderate level, over the past five years. Most methamphetamine deaths occur in white males and the median age is 45.5 years. Mortality rates are highest in Seattle and the south end of the county.
"Preventing prescription opiate overdose deaths can start in our own households," said Dr. David Fleming, director and health officer for Public Health — Seattle & King County. "If you have unused medications, keep them out of unwanted hands by disposing of them properly." Consumers may learn about disposal options by visiting the unwanted medicine return program web site or by calling the King County hazardous waste line at (206) 296-4692. The Washington State Department of Health also has a new patient education flyer about the safe use of prescription pain medication.
In addition to proper disposal, individuals should be aware of the risks as well as the benefits of any prescription medication containing opiates and use them exactly as prescribed. Prescription opiates should not be shared with others and secured so that others, including children and teens, can't access them.
Misuse of prescription opiates may lead to an overdose, based on the drug trends report. Serious opioid overdoses (heroin and/or pharmaceutical) within the prior year were reported by 16 percent of King County syringe exchange survey respondents in 2009. More than 40 percent of these respondents reported that they had witnessed a serious overdose in the prior year. Emergency medical help was summoned by calling 911 during 61 percent of the most recently witnessed overdoses.
The figures above draw attention to the new 911 Good Samaritan measure (SB 5516), signed into law by Gov. Christine Gregoire in March 2010. This law provides legal protection from drug possession charges for "good Samaritans" who seek medical help for someone having an overdose as well as the person having an overdose. The law also makes it easier for people who might witness an overdose from opiate pain medications or heroin to obtain in advance an antidote medicine that they could administer. More information about the law is available at a web site created by the UW Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute.
The King County drug trends report is available online at the UW Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute.


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Raising kids can be hard. There are so many decisions that you have to make. At times, you already know that you have made the wrong decision but you cannot do anything about it. One of the things that you should focus on is your home's safety. How safe is your house for your kids? Do not worry because making your home safe can be easy. All you have to do is make sure that your home is fun. It will change things greatly.
One of the things that you should do first is to make sure that your home is insured. It will make a lot of difference with the possible repairs and disasters that may strike. You can check homeowners insurance quotes in Florida. This will help you pick the right insurance policy that will be perfect for your home. Once you know that your home is protected, you can progress to checking various parts of your home to ensure that it is safe for your children.
Supervision Will Always Help
A lot of people do not realize that the things that adults can enjoy cannot be useful for kids yet. For example, there may be some poisonous items that are within the child's reach. The child may taste the poison because kids love placing items inside their mouth. This scenario can always be prevented as long as the adults would be aware.
You need to find out what the risks are so that you can remove them. When kids are playing, you can supervise them. You will know what things may interest them and if these things are safe to use or not.
These are other things that can be done:
- Create a place at home wherein all of the items that can stimulate your child's senses will be available. It will make it easier for your child to play in one spot for a certain period of time. Have enough toys and other interesting items available. This will make a lot of difference that way.
- Always have some safety items available that you can install around the house. You can have some safety guardrails and temporary gates to prevent your child from wandering too far. It is not always all the time that you can keep your eyes on your child.
- You should always lock your windows. Children can be unbelievably strong. They may have the tendency to try opening your windows and peeking out.
- It is best that you will keep your children away from surfaces that are hot. At a certain age, the children can help you around the kitchen but while they are still young, keep them away from hot and boiling items. Make sure that they will not be near surfaces that might cause them to get hurt. If in case you need to give your child a drink, make sure that the temperature is warm and not hot.
- You need to have smoke alarms ready at home so you can act fast when something goes wrong.
There are still a lot of other things that you can do in order to prevent falls at home. Always be vigilant so that you can keep your child safe.


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They're on to you, Frank
Bill Shaikin's latest McCourt article, a must-read…
I wonder how many more articles Bill Shaikin and others will have to write before the LA fans wisen up and storm the castle? I listen to XM's baseball coverage almost every day and lately it's been downright brutal for Dodger fans. ESPN is the same. Of course, neither covers the Dodgers much nowadays since the Dodgers are a mid-market team in the cellar. Is this acceptable for Dodger fans? Acceptable for a club that was in the NLCS the past two years? A payroll lower than the Twins, lower than the Brewers, lower than the Rockies, lower than the Giants, and from this latest article, a team not even spending on the future?
I was driving around today and listening to Hiroki Kuroda's latest great effort. It was also the anniversary today of Hideo Nomo's debut. I was thinking how we've had a pretty nice track record with Japanese signings, and how that was always a way we were able to augment the team's talent without overpaying in traditional free-agent fashion. Nomo, Kaz Ishii, Takashi Saito and Kuroda – all had their moments in blue, some more than others. I was thinking, "Why don't we sign more Japanese pitchers, considering how an organization that's always prided itself on pitching depth, suddenly has none?" Hell, it doesn't need to be a Japanese pitcher, the arm could come from anyplace, but Japan, due to its talent level, seems obvious.
Then I heard about Shaikin's article on post-game Dodger Talk. A caller phoned in and pointed out all the obvious Frank McCourt crimes, and the two company men, Kevin Levine and Josh Suchon, not wanting to be unemployed in such a job market, made excuses, trying to convince the caller Shaikin's article isn't exactly right. They even tried to make sense of team President/COO Dennis Mannion's comments three months ago or more, when he said very plainly the Dodgers focus is on concessions and increased ticket prices. The two hosts alluded to the idea the Dodgers were somehow playing possum, waiting to spend money they have stashed in the sofa cushions to right this year's team. Sure.
If the Dodgers went into the season without a #5 starter, and without any depth whatsoever in reserve should anything happen to Kershaw, Kuroda and Billingsley, why would they have a slush fund for mid-season acquisitions? I think the only way any payroll increasing will occur is if the fans attempt to run McCourt and Mannion out of town, and even then it's hardly a guarantee.
This season is a month old, and while the Dodgers have won the past few against the pathetic Pirates, and are showing signs of offensive capabilities again, it's readily apparent to anyone who's followed this thing that there are severe problems in Dodgerland. McCourt is raking it in once more, as I had the privilege of going to a game on Jackie Robinson night (a friend treated, even the food – I just had to get parking, so McCourt got $15 or so out of me). Frank Robinson, Don Newcombe, Kareem Abdul Jabbar and Tommy Lasorda sat on the field before the game as Jackie was honored. McCourt showed up in a very expensive grey suit, pink shirt and trendy sunglasses on. It was 7pm and there was no sun in his eyes. No one else wore sunglasses, Frank just wanted to look cool. "Why," I asked, "is McCourt even on the field?" He didn't know Jackie, and as a Boston Red Sox fan, the last team to integrate black ballplayers, how could he possibly care?
Frank didn't. It was a P.R. moment for him, and within the first two innings, Frank left his seat and never returned. The Dodgers fought back in the 9th, and won the game in the 10th due to Andre Ethier's heroics, but the Dodgers owner was not around to see it. Frank, they're on to you, baby. You're being figured out. I hope you're sweating a bit, and I hope more people call into Dodger Talk after the games, and more journalists write letters about what you're doing.
This is a team that had the pieces in places to win it all – and for years to come. A strong veteran presence, some of the top kids in baseball, and a farm that could keep producing for years on end. You shut off the taps. No starting pitching, no money for draft picks, no money for international signings. This is a crime of epic proportion, and whether you're forced to sell by Bud Selig, who allowed you against good judgement to "buy" the team in the first place, it doesn't matter. The damage has been done. This era, which could have been as good, if not better than the talent-laden World Series clubs of the 1970s, with all the homegrown talent and terrific acquired players, is running on fumes now.
Today in San Diego, Jon Garland and Randy Wolf met up as the Padres and Brewers locked horns. Garland, a Valley boy who played with us last year tossed 7 shutout innings and picked up his 3rd win. It was the 4th straight game Garland has given up 1 or fewer runs and his ERA is now 2.06. Wolf, another Valley boy, has 2 wins. While I think we needed an ace the past two seasons to get us over the hump, it's obvious even if we had just stood pat with the guys pitching in San Diego today, we would be a much better team than we are without them. Instead, we have NO depth, and are forced to pitch Charlie Haeger, Ramon Ortiz, John Ely, and Carlos Monasterios. What happens if they can't do the job (and they mostly haven't been able to)? What if, heaven forbid, Kuroda goes down, or Kershaw? Who pitches then?
Frank, you created quite a situation, and I kind of hope the bad play the past three weeks is a rebellion of sorts by the team to look worse than they are, so you're discovered for the fraud you are. If that came out, I'd buy some tickets, gladly pay my $15 for parking and laugh my ass off.


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How to install Mercedes Benz Welcome Light puddle light
Got a pair of welcome door lamp them from here: http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/super-logo-car-welcome-light.html Came from Shanghai took around 2 weeks to US. I use these as night lights in the workshop, projecting them on the walls. I just installed welcome lights… Continue Reading