LURKING BLOCKAGES - Charles J. Gruich, M.D.
Last week, the day after Mardi Gras, Christian believers received ashes on their forehead as a reminder of their mortality, with the minister or priest saying "remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return." Words taken to heart by most save for, in general, maybe the young.
There are other things in life which cause one to reflect on how long they might have left on earth. Events and things that tend to yank a person from their busy and noisy world. For example, the death of one's child, surviving a near-fatal accident, or attending as a 50 or 60 year old the funeral of a classmate, just to name a few.
But on this list, with a few others, should be included a lesser known experience. And that is, being shown a video catheterization of your coronary arteries and looking at lacking blood flow bottle-necking its way to challenged heart muscle like a mouse squeezing through a half-inch hole.
I happened to run into Dr. Hermes a few weeks ago at a meeting in New Orleans and he shared his recent experience with me, an experience which is becoming more common. Dr. Hermes is a primary care doctor, a year behind me in medical school, enjoys and works long hours, and thought he was in perfect health -- until last year.
For most of his adult life he's eaten a heart-healthy Mediterranean diet -- fish, fruits, veggies, beans, grains, nuts and olive oil. He's a runner, having run four marathons, and has been an avid distance walker in his later years. His cholesterol has averaged 168 for decades, well under the current normal of 200.
Last year he developed an irregular heart rhythm, atrial fibrillations (AF), which began intermittently but then became persistent. It caused him to have weakness with extreme exertion. But he never had chest pain. His cardiologist controlled his heart rate with medicine but the AF continued. An electrical cardioversion corrected the AF for 48 hours but then it flipped back to AF.
A treadmill test, ECHO ultrasound, and nuclear scan of the heart were all normal!
While waiting for his appointment to have an ablation of the erratic electrical impulses in the left upper heart chamber, his cardiologist ordered a CT calcium scan score, a test that digitally calculates the amount of calcium in the heart. His score was very high, which necessitated a heart catheterization to determine if the calcium (found in clogged arteries) was inside or outside the arteries.
The catheterization revealed four lesions, or strictures, on the order of 75% to 95% blockage. In other words, four of the main heart arteries had only 5% to 25% of the normal blood flow going through them. The one providing two thirds of blood flow to the heart was 85% blocked.
Dr. Hermes said that when he was first told this bad news that he couldn't believe it and was indignant and upset because he had maintained such a healthy lifestyle.
The surgeon, understanding Dr. Hermes' indignation, attempted to shed insight for Dr. Hermes' benefit and retrieved a monitor and proceeded to let the good doctor see for himself the bottle-neck strictures. Dr. Hermes said he is not a very emotional person but said that when he saw each of the four lesions, with the surgeon pausing the video at each one, that his eyes widened and he was suddenly aware that he had a problem. He said it was like a pregnant woman seeing her baby for the first time on ultrasound, experiencing the joy and elation that new life was coming soon. But for Dr. Hermes, instead of elation he realized that doom could happen any moment. He became sad.
His choices were do nothing, and risk a fatal heart attack, or submit to a bypass (the lesions were not stentable). He opted for the surgery.
So now, we're in the same club.
While treadmill tests are for the most part accurate and helpful in screening for pathological heart disease (partially blocked heart arteries), know that a normal treadmill test doesn't necessarily inform you that your heart arteries are clear -- especially if you have risks like high blood pressure, diabetes, atrial fib, obesity, or a family history of heart disease (like one or both parents who had it). Dr. Hermes' mother had it. In this instance, it is often prudent to obtain a CT scan calcium score to make sure. A normal treadmill and normal CT calcium score together essentially rules out pathological heart disease. But a high CT calcium score calls for additional testing, usually a catheterization.
By the way, normal cholesterol is under 200. But 35% of people with a cholesterol between 150 and 200 have heart disease or heart attacks. Keep it below 150.
Dr. Hermes and I both appreciate the recent improvements to our health, and intend to take advantage of the opportunity. We are grateful and in awe at the skill sets of men and women who are able to extend our lives and remove life-threatening risks in this way. But -- at the end of the day -- we will all be returning to dust. And it's only then that things truly become problematic.


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Education make a people easy to lead, but difficult to drive: easy to govern, but impossible to enslave.
Whatever is good to know is difficult to learn.
What we have learned from others becomes our own reflection.
Character is a wish for a perfect education.
Next in importance to freedom and justice is popular education, without which which neither freedom nor justice can be maintained.
Emeralds as well as glass will shine when the light is shed on them.
Education should bring to light the ideal of the individual.
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Deputy Sheriff John Binion was shot and killed from ambush while walking near his farm.
He was waiting to meet another deputy before leaving for the federal courthouse in Cattletsburg, Kentucky, to obtain a warrant against several moonshining suspects. It is believed he was shot by one of the suspects in revenge for his work as a deputy.
The suspects were never apprehended.
Deputy Binion had served with the Elliott County Sheriff's Office for 25 years. He was survived by his wife and 13 children.
Deputy Sheriff Binion, rest in peace and thank you for your humble service. Wow! To leave thirteen kids and a widow behind says a lot.


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In Memory of Deputy Sheriff Ray W. McCrary, Jr.
Tennessee Deputy Dies from COVID19
On Tuesday, July 20, 2021, authorities in the state of Tennessee came forward to brief the public about the loss of a local officer due to the COVID19 pandemic. Deputy Sheriff Ray W. McCrary, Jr., age 52, passed away from complications arising from contracting the coronavirus. Due to his work in law enforcement and contact with the public, it was determined that Deputy McCrary likely contracted the virus through his work as an officer. As a result, McCrary's death has been ruled a line of duty death.
Deputy McCrary had served his community as a deputy with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office for more than 24 years. Recently, he had been assigned to the Civil/Levy Division. This assignment calls for deputies to serve papers on individuals for court processes often. The exposure to the public through his duties for the court may have cost McCrary his life.
McCrary had been local to the area his entire life. He graduated from Christian Brothers High School and the University of Memphis. He also had previously worked as a brick mason. However, once he joined the Shelby County Sheriff's Office, his work turned toward community service and being an exemplary example to all those around him.
Shelby County Sheriff's Office
Deputy McCrary chose to spend his career with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office. The SCSO is the primary law enforcement agency for Shelby County, Tennessee. Headquartered in Memphis, the SCSO currently employs nearly 2050 employees. The agency has more than 1785 sworn officers as well as civilian support staff.
There are two primary divisions within the SCSO. The two divisions are law enforcement and jail. The SCSO is responsible for the management of the Shelby County Jail. The department also provides court services for the local courts, including civil service. The four main bureaus within the SCSO are courts, patrol, investigative services, and SWAT. The agency provides law enforcement services to cover 785 square miles and protects approximately 940,000 residents.
Deputy Sheriff Ray W. McCrary, Jr. is survived by his wife, two children, and grandchild. McCrary's long service made him a community staple, a leader, and a friend to all. Residents filled the streets to show honor and gratitude for the sacrifice made by McCrary on their behalf. In addition, law enforcement officers from around the area will be there to support the family in their time of grief.
The SCSO posted the announcement of the loss of Deputy McCrary for residents on their Facebook page. "The SCSO regrets to inform you that Deputy Sheriff Ray McCrary, 52, passed away on July 20, 2021. Deputy McCrary is a Christian Brothers High School graduate and was a Lineman on the All-Metro Football Team. He attended The University of Memphis on a scholarship and completed his certification as a Brick Mason. Deputy McCrary began his career with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office in April of 1997 and has served in the Civil/Levy Unit since April of 2012. He was a husband, father, grandfather, and a great friend to all in the Civil/Levy Unit. Please keep Deputy Ray McCrary and his family in your thoughts and prayers."
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Levi-Civita è un grande cratere lunare di 108,23 km situato nella parte sud-occidentale della faccia nascosta della Luna, a sudovest del largo cratere Gagarin e, ancora più vicino, al cratere Pavlov a sud-sudovest. A nordovest del cratere Levi-Civita si trova il più piccolo cratere Pirquet.

È un cratere eroso da impatti più piccoli lungo i bordi e verso l'interno. Il bordo meridionale più vicino a Pavlov è la sezione più erosa con piccoli crateri lungo il confine e vicino alle pareti interne. Sul bordo orientale vi è il cratere satellite Levi-Civita F. Il fondo interno, sebbene relativamente piatto, è costellato da un certo numero di piccoli crateri. È presente una dorsale centrale nei pressi del punto centrale del cratere.

Il cratere è dedicato al fisico italiano Tullio Levi-Civita.

Crateri correlati
Alcuni crateri minori situati in prossimità di Levi-Civita sono convenzionalmente identificati, sulle mappe lunari, attraverso una lettera associata al nome.

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Altri progetti

Collegamenti esterni

Levi-Civita
Caratteristiche esogeologiche lunari con crateri correlati

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During April-May 2018, the NRD measured 542 observation wells throughout the District and then averaged the data of all these wells. Overall, the spring 2018 average measurement for the groundwater level change shows a rise of 0.87 feet from last spring. The findings show that the spring 2018 average groundwater level is 3.89 feet above the "Allocation Trigger." As a result, there will be no allocation restrictions for the 2019 irrigation season.
The District goal is to hold the average groundwater level at, or above the 1978 level. In 2005, the District average groundwater level reached the "Reporting Trigger" initiating groundwater users to report annual groundwater use to the District and to certify their irrigated acres. If the District average level falls below the 1978 level ("Allocation Trigger"), groundwater allocation will begin.
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How Olivia Newton-John Became a Versatile Performer Whose Career Reinvention Spanned Generations
Catherine Strong | August 10th, 2022
Olivia Newton-John at Clareville Studios in London, 1971. Photo: Jeremy Fletcher/Redferns/Getty Images
Olivia Newton-John was a versatile artist with an appeal that spanned generations, and who played an important role in claiming a space for Australian popular culture on the world stage.
She was the rare performer whose career flourished through different phases, and who found success exploring many facets of her talent.
Born in Cambridge in 1948, Newton-John moved to Melbourne at age 6 (becoming one of a myriad of non-Australian celebrities wholeheartedly claimed by this country).
In her teens she started to build up her profile on the local performing circuits, also appearing on pop music television program The Go!! Show.
In the 1960s, Australian musical acts saw moving to the UK as a vital part of their career progression. Newton-John became part of the steady stream of expats pursuing their music in "the mother country" after winning a talent competition that provided her with tickets.
When her friend Pat Carroll joined her, the two found success touring as a pop duo, before visa troubles meant Carroll had to return to Australia.
This led to new opportunities for Newton-John as a solo artist. Her first album If Not For You (1971) was a success in the UK and Australia, establishing her as a household name in those countries – and leading to opportunities such as a performance at Eurovision representing the UK in 1974 (she lost to ABBA).
Her break in the US market came as she found a niche in the country music genre. Country/pop crossover songs such as Let Me Be There were huge hits, and in 1972 she won a Grammy for Best Country Female — the first of four Grammys she would win across her career.
Her move to the US in the mid-1970s was accompanied by a string of number one hits in that country, establishing her as an international superstar.
Life on the Silver Screen
Her star continued to rise with the release of the musical Grease in 1978.
Sandy established her as a genuinely iconic pop culture figure.
Grease was a huge box-office success, and produced a multi-million copy selling soundtrack. Tracks such as You're the One That I Want and Summer Nights were not only hits in their own right at the time but have become embedded in our cultural memory, transcending generations with their appeal.
Grease was the peak of her movie career. Attempts to re-create the on-screen magic between herself and co-star John Travolta in Two of a Kind and the fantastical Xanadu (a personal childhood favourite) failed to gain traction with audiences or critics.
But her contributions to the soundtracks of these films — including Magic and Twist of Fate – still charted highly as her musical career stayed strong.
Away From the Spotlight
In the early 1980s she was seen as part of the "Australian invasion," a period where Oz culture was particularly prominent on the international stage through acts such as Air Supply and the Little River Band.
Newton-John leaned into the moment. In 1983, she launched her Koala Blue boutique selling Australian fashion and cultural items, in collaboration with her previous singing partner Pat Carroll. The boutique lasted a little over a decade, during which time Newton-John had a family and put less focus on her music career.
A planned comeback in 1992 had to be put on hold when Newton-John was diagnosed with breast cancer shortly before beginning her tour.
Her journey with the disease inspired her to take up advocacy and fundraising work in this area. The Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre fundraises in various ways, including through events such as the annual Wellness Walk.
The return of Newton-John's cancer in 2017, which would eventually lead to her death, also spelled the end of her touring career.
Newton-John leaves a legacy as a sweet girl-next-door type with a sublime voice, who embraced the country that claimed her as its own, but who also at times showed a more risqué side, such as in Sandy's leather jumpsuit, or the cheeky video to the unapologetically sexual "Physical."
She has already been recognized through awards and honours.
She has been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. In 2020 she was appointed a Dame in the Queen's New Year honours list. She has also been a continuing part of the cultural conversation through appearances on pop culture staples such as Drag Race.
She remained down-to-earth and friendly, regularly turning up to events like the Wellness Walks to chat to participants and encourage them on.
Like many Australians, ONJ has been part of the soundtrack to my life – from arranging my own little performances to Xanadu in kindergarten, to singing along to the Grease mega-mix at school discos, to discovering her earlier work through my research much later in life — and many have benefitted from her non-musical work, too.
She will be missed but never forgotten.
Catherine Strong, Associate professor, Music Industry, RMIT University
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license.
Pop Music and 'Grease' Star Olivia Newton-John Dies at 73; John Travolta and Others Pay Tribute
Summer Lovin': 7 Reasons to Revisit 'Grease' 40 Years Later
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BillHustonBlog: Why won't FERC shut down XNG's PA-to-NY "Pipe to Pipe" operation?
Why won't FERC shut down XNG's PA-to-NY "Pipe to Pipe" operation?
Over the past few months, I've been asking attorneys at the Enforcement Division of FERC to make an enforcement action against XNG, Xpress Natural Gas' Bulk, Wholesale, Pipe-to-Pipe CNG "Virtual Pipeline" operation between Forest Lake, Susquehanna County, PA, and Manheim, Herkimer County, NY, which from what I see, is illegal a DOZEN different ways.
We at the Stop the #BombTrucks blog feel that wholesale, bulk interstate commerce in natural gas by #VirtualPipelines is CERTAINLY jurisdiction of Federal Energy Regulatory Comission by a plain reading of the Natural Gas Act.
It may seem strange to look to FERC for help!
Many of us feel FERC is one of the most corrupt government agencies.
However, FERC jurisdiction would require a multi-year Environmental Impact Statement, and HALT XNG: Xpress Natural Gas's illegal "Pipe to Pipe" operation in the meantime.
So why does FERC look they other way?
So far, they have completely ignored the issue.
There are clues in docket# CP14-132, a Petition for Declaratory Ruling by Gulf Oil Limited Partnership to build a small LNG facility in Northeast PA and deliver LNG by truck to customers in New England. (Notice the similarity to XNG's operation, only it's LNG, not CNG).
These clues seem to indicate that XNG's P2P *would* be jurisdictional.
1: Ask FERC, "This is not jurisdictional activity, right?"
2: Write a check for $25,000.
3: After FERC the check clears, FERC declares, "Yes, we agree. This is not jurisdictional activity."
Now here's the really strange thing. I submitted a FOIL request to FERC, which is a really elaborate process! It took weeks for them even to accept it. And I had to argue for it. I asked FERC to show me documents where our friends at XNG had asked FERC for a declaratory ruling on their brand new Pipe-to-Pipe CNG operation.
Their answer: "No such records exist".
Huh? You mean XNG never asked the question? They just ran off and did it?
But why won't FERC issue an enforcement action, when XNG has failed to write a check for $25,000 like Gulf Oil did?
I need your support to continue this work!
PS: My friend Ray Kemble REALLY needs your help.


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Fabio Viviani
Chef, TV Culinary Personality, Restaurateur, and Best-Selling Cookbook Author
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Fabio Viviani Bio
Chef, TV Culinary Personality, Restaurateur,
and Best-Selling Cookbook Author
Chef Fabio Viviani has harbored a passion for food since his childhood growing up in Florence, Italy. Between training in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine at the top hospitality schools and working with culinary luminaries such as Alessandro Panzani and Saverio Carmagini, Viviani also owned and operated several concepts by the time he was 27 including two nightclubs and five restaurants in Florence. Although a well-respected businessman in Italy, he was ready for a change and in 2005, Viviani moved to California where he opened his first USA based restaurant Café Firenze in Moorpark, CA.
Teaming up with one of Chicago's restaurant consulting group, Dine|Amic, Viviani opened Siena Tavern in Chicago in 2013 and the following year he opened Mercato by Fabio Viviani, a quick-service Italian concept with branches in Chicago and San Diego. In 2015, Viviani continued to make a name for himself in Chicago by opening Bar Siena and Prime & Provisions. In 2016, he expanded to the LAX Delta terminal with the opening of Osteria by Fabio Viviani, which won USA Today's Reader's Choice Award for "Best Airport Sit Down Dining" in 2018. Simultaneously, he opened additional Mercato by Fabio locations in Tempe, Phoenix, Cleveland, and Benton Harbor. In 2017, Fabio opened the Press Room in Detroit hot on the heels of his February opening of Portico by Fabio Viviani in New York's del Lago Resort & Casino.
Looking ahead to 2018, Viviani plans to open restaurants in Tampa, Detroit, Washington D.C. and Oklahoma City. He also plans to open high end food courts in Indiana, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia and Missouri before the end of the year.
Best known for his television debut on Bravo's hit series Top Chef—earning the "Fan Favorite" title—his on-screen appearances have propelled him to become one of the top culinary names in the country.
He is a recurring guest on national television shows such as Good Morning America, The Rachael Ray Show, The Chew, and countless Food Network Shows such as Cutthroat Kitchen: All-Star Tournament, which he won. In February 2017, he released "Fabio's Kitchen," a 52-episode cooking show hosted on YouTube followed by a second season that was launched on May 2018.
Off-screen, Viviani is a regular headliner at global food events and aside from his restaurant businesses, Viviani also owns a Maine-based seafood delivery service called Lobster by Fabio and a winery in Sonoma that produces the five wine varietals in the Fabio Viviani Wine Collection.
In addition to having his own lines of cookware and culinary gadgets, he has also been a proud spokesman for international brands for the last decade including Arnold Premium Breads (2014/2017), Legends of Europe (2015/2016) Bialetti Cookware (2011/2017), Bertolli Olive Oils (2012/2015) and Johnsonville Sausage (2016/2017). He has authored four successful cookbooks: Café Firenze Cookbook, New York Times Best-Seller Fabio's Italian Kitchen, Fabio's American Home Kitchen, and most recently Fabio's 30-Minute Italian released in May 2017.
Among Viviani's other passions, he has a knack for business and entrepreneurship. He brought together his passion for food and technology when he collaborated with Chicago-based Sapphire Apps to release Food Porn Emoji by Chef Fabio Viviani, the first HD food emoji keyboard on the app market. In May 2018, he launched DOPPLE, an app where people can record video answers to questions from their followers.
His varied accomplishments have impressed many, resulting in his induction into the Chicago Culinary Museum and Chefs Hall of Fame as 2017 Chef of the Year on March 8, 2017. Following Viviani's initiation, the mayor of Chicago also declared March 8, 2017 to be Chef Fabio Viviani Day in Chicago, encouraging Chicagoans to recognize his achievements and contributions not only to his home city, but also to the nation's culinary scene.
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Anne and Levi could not have asked for better weather on their wedding day. There was plenty of sunshine and clear blue skies. Their friends and family joined them to witness their marriage at the St. Raymond of the Mountains church. After the ceremony, their reception was held at the Seven Springs Resort in Pittsburgh. Guests were treated to cocktails, a four course dinner, great music, and lots of dancing! John Parker Band provided the entertainment for the evening. Everyone had a blast putting on their dancing shoes and listening to some energetic tunes!
Michael Williams photographed the bride and groom throughout their special day. Michael was kind enough to allow us to use his beautiful photos for this post. We can't thank him enough!
Anne was a radiant bride. She styled her hair in soft ringlets, away from her face to show off that pretty smile! Her dress was timeless, sleeveless, and covered in lace. A sweet bow tied in the back and a small train completed her look.
Two flower girls walked down the aisle carrying rose pom poms. How sweet are they? The aisle was lined with white bows and greenery. The couple exchanged their vows amid a stone altar and were showered with bubbles after the recessional. After that, it was time to party!
The bridal court were all decked out in the softest dresses. Perfect for an evening of dancing! And so pretty in a pale blue. The girls also carried pink, blue, and yellow blooms. What a lovely group of ladies!
The florals were done by Barron's Florals. Most of the arrangements consisted of roses, hydrangeas, and other assorted wildflowers. In fact, wildflowers were definitely the theme of the wedding, they could be found everywhere! On handmade signs, place settings, and of course at each table.
Every table was different and unique, with large and small blooms. The table numbers resembled small chalkboards, as well as the "thank you" cards attached to bottles of champagne. So much thought was put in to the decor, we love it! The band was all set to make introductions and other special announcements, such as reminding guests to take plenty of photos with their phones and to use a special hashtag to celebrate the event.
We can't forget about the cake! White buttercream with a simple piping, adorned with their new initial and flowers. What flavor do you think they picked?
When it was time for the bride and groom to have their first dance as husband and wife, John Parker Band played "Better Place." The bride also danced with her father to "My Wish" and the groom and his mother joined in to dance halfway through. More fun songs were played later in the evening, after a delicious formal dinner!
~Reception Soundtrack~
First Dance: Better Place, Rachel Platten
Bride & Father Dance: My Wish, Rascal Flatts
Groom & Mother Dance: My Wish, Rascal Flatts
Last Dance Song: Downtown, Macklemore
John Parker had the honor of hosting "the shoe game" for the bride and groom. Two chairs were placed on the dance floor, back to back, and the couple gave one another one of their shoes. The couple raised up a shoe to answer questions about them, such as, "Who will control the TV remote?" What a great ice breaker- everyone was ready to have some fun now!
The bride and groom chose a mix of modern party hits and favorite oldies for the band to play. John Parker Band cranked out the music as guests headed to the dance floor. The band performed hits from Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake, Earth Wind and Fire, and the Temptations, just to name a few.
Everyone had the best time, grabbing drinks from the bar, busting a move on the dance floor, and indulging in the sweet treats and smore's outside. The music blasted all night, there's no doubt this was an amazing party!
We are so grateful to Michael Williams for sharing his gallery with us to put together this post. John Parker Band was thrilled to be a part of Anne and Levi's wedding day. The evening went off without a hitch and everyone had such a good time! We hope you've enjoyed reading and look forward to speaking with YOU about your special day or event. Contact us today so we can discuss how to make your wedding a memorable one!
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Ceremony: St. Raymond of the Mountains
Reception: Seven Springs Mountain Resort
Photographer: Michael Williams
Florist: Barron's Florals
Entertainment: John Parker Band
Maura and Joe are a very sweet, happy couple. The pair came through many obstacles to be together and were so excited to become husband and wife. The couple planned for a traditional wedding with all the trimmings- a beautiful church, venue, with gorgeous flowers, cake, and one of Pittsburgh's best live bands to perform at their reception. Dreamscape played their favorite tunes and encouraged all their guests to get out on the dance floor at the Ambassador Center. The bride and groom could not have asked for more, their day was just as they imagined!
The bride was a real beauty. With porcelain skin, natural makeup, and a swept up hair do, she must have taken the everyone's breath away! Her off the shoulder wedding dress was covered in lace and her skirt was made of soft tulle. Her veil was pinned in the back and we love that she also wore a pretty headband.
Their ceremony took place at the St. George Catholic Church. Friends and family watched as the bride and groom exchanged rings and vows. The church was modestly decorated with two large flower arrangements at the altar and clusters of roses adorned the aisle.
Their photographer, Rachel Lusky, took wonderful pictures of the bride and groom throughout their day. The relief and emotion was captured so well in this photo below. You did it! You're married and now it's time to party!
THANK YOU, John! The reception was fantastic with Tammi and Dreamscape! I told Tammi we had dancers, but I was amazed that no one sat down – the dance floor was full all night long! And the fact that the band all work so well together just made the evening flow perfectly. It was a beautiful night! – Mother of the Bride.
Navy and coral are not two colors you see often at weddings! Which is a shame, because the colors certainly go together very well. We love the pop of coral against the bridesmaids cool blue dresses. We also love that while each dress was short in length (easy for dancing!), the styles were different. Way to go for personal style and comfort! These ladies look great!
A formal pose of the groom with his groomsmen, in their charcoal gray suits and navy blue ties. Wearing big smiles and supporting the groom, we bet they were ready for some great music at the reception.
The Ambassador Center looked so gorgeous! The couple decorated the space with white tablecloths, navy napkins, and coral floral arrangements. Sparkly chandeliers and elegant lighting added to the ambiance. A large dance floor was in view of every table with plenty of room to boogie down to Dreamscape band.
Let's take a closer look at the floral arrangements. On a bed of greenery, the coral and pink roses and daises really looked popped! Alburn Florist did a wonderful job! Not to mention the bouquets- all creations of beauty.
For their first dance the bride and groom chose a Beatles song- "Here, There, and Everywhere." They asked Dreamscape to play a CD recording. The bride then danced with her father to "I Loved Her First", performed live by the band. There was not a dry eye in the room!
~Reception Music Highlights:~
First Dance: Here, There, and Everywhere– The Beatles
Father/Daughter Dance: I Loved Her First– Heartland
The wedding cake was simple and sweet. White, with a blue satin trim, and a crown of roses on top. The couple ordered their cake from Cindy's Let Them Eat Cake. After all the guests had finished their entrees, cake was served, and the party began.
Dreamscape read the crowd and played songs to keep everyone on the dance floor. The band was rocking, guests of all ages loved the beat, loved the music. The bride and groom asked the band to play some classic rock as well as other popular party hits.
We hope you've enjoyed reading about Maura and Joe's beautiful wedding. Rachel Lusky Photography certainly retold their wedding day flawlessly. If you'd like to see even more photos of their day, you can do so on her blog. There's nothing we love more than being a part of a celebration like this one, full of love, joy, and laughter. If you're hoping to find an awesome live band for your day or event, be sure to look no further than Dreamscape band. Contact us today so that we may answer any questions you may have. For more information on the vendors Maura and Joe used at their wedding, check out the vendor list below.
Ceremony: St. George Catholic Church
Reception: Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center
Photography: Rachel Lusky Photography
Florist: Alburn Florist
Cake: Cindy's Let Them Eat Cake
Entertainment: The Dreamscape Band
Ryan and Jorjetta are a beautiful couple. The couple held their wedding at the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort with an outdoor ceremony, grand ballroom reception, and live music. John Parker Band, a top Pittsburgh wedding band, was a part of their special day. The newlyweds incorporated their Greek and Bulgarian customs into the celebration, with the help of John Parker to play all the right music.
Their photographer from Fineline Weddings was able to capture their love and devotion for one another flawlessly. We love this photo of the couple, that's definitely one to cherish forever!
The bride got ready for the day at the Chateau Lafayette, part of their expansive & opulent venue. Her mermaid gown was ivory, with a delicate pattern woven on the bodice, and fit the bride perfectly. She looked gorgeous! We love her no fuss hair and long veil.
The groom looked great in his blue tux. He wore a white shirt and dark blue bow tie. We bet everyone was excited for the reception, filled with dinner, dancing, and music!
John Parker provided a string trio to perform during their ceremony. The Strings played several pieces, including "Hornpipe", "Claire de Lune", and "Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring". The ceremony took place outdoors under a satin altar, with roses hanging down. Très romantic!
~Ceremony Music~
Hornpipe, Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring, Claire de Lune: Prelude
Winter– Largo, Four Seasons- Vivaldi, Here Comes The Bride– Wagner: Processional
Wedding March – Mendelssohn: Recessional
The bride and groom chose gray, pink, and white for their color scheme. The groomsmen certainly looked the part in their sharp gray tuxedos. We love how the groom stands out among them in his dark blue suit! The crew was ready for a fun evening ahead.
The bridesmaids wore gray dresses that were strapless, light, and airy. Absolutely perfect for some dancing later in the night with The Band! We love the sashes tied to all their bouquets.
Take a look at this amazing photo of the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort. Fineline Weddings captured this shot of the couple right before heading off to cocktails. The strings trio played light music to entertain their guests as they nibbled on tasty treats.
Oh, what a set up! The tables were draped in lace overlays, gold china, and cute tuxedo wrapped menus. Votive candles sparkled and tall floral centerpieces decorated every table. Their florist, Neubauer's Florist, did an excellent job!
The ballroom was spacious, plenty of room to have a good party! The bride and groom danced to "All of Me" for their first dance. Next, the groom chose a song for his bride- "Gorchivo Vino". Right after the song ended John Parker Band announced that it was time to join in on a traditional Greek dance!
~Reception Highlights~
Bride & Groom Dance: All of Me– John Legend
Father & Daughter Dance: Daddy's Angel– Anthony Carter
Mother & Groom Dance: The First Lady In My Life– Paul Todd
Special Requests: Bridal Party Entrance- Bust A Move, Greek Music
John Parker Band first explained, and then led, the breaking of the bread tradition as guests were seated. The mother of the groom and bride took part in holding and feeding the bride and groom a piece of the bread. Then, the best man had to break the bread in half over their heads, symbolizing who would be the bread winner and big spender of the family! John Parker Band was happy to be a part of the fun tradition. Guests were treated to a sit down dinner as toasts began from various family members. Soon the bride would dance with her father to "Daddy's Angel" and the groom with his mother to "The First Lady In My Life".
The party really got rocking with some Bulgarian music. The bride and groom knew how important it was to their family to play familiar music. The band was able to play many of the songs they requested & DeeJay all the rest. Another Greek tradition is the money dance, which everyone danced and cheered, tossing money around. Doesn't that look like a blast? That's a great shot below of everyone having a good time!
"The band did a wonderful job! The night was a big hit. Everyone was very impressed with the professionalism of the band and the quality of the entertainment John and his group provided." -Groom
The newlyweds had a huge list of songs for John Parker Band to play. Many of their choices were top party hits from today with a mixture of classics, such as "Twist and Shout" and "Summer of 69". There was never a dull moment at this wedding and there was something for everyone to enjoy, including a complete fireworks display and an after party with John Parker playing DJ music!
Ryan and Jorjetta had a fabulous wedding with all their friends and family. The Nemacolin Woodlands Resort was the perfect venue for their nuptials and celebration. Fineline Weddings took beautiful photos of their day that the couple will cherish for many years to come. We hope you enjoyed viewing them as much as we did!
We'd like to thank Ryan and Jorjetta for having the John Parker Band at their wedding. The band was able to provide strings at the ceremony, live music at the reception, and even acted as a DJ at the after party! What more can you ask for? This premier band truly has everything to offer. We'd love to chat with you about your upcoming wedding or event! Be sure to contact us today to book Pittsburgh's Best Wedding Band.
Ceremony & Reception: Nemacolin Woodlands Resort
Photographer: Fineline Weddings
Florist: Neubauer's Florist (Ceremony)
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort (Reception)
Tamiko and Justin had a fairy tale wedding. The couple held their ceremony at a traditional cathedral church with all their friends and family in attendance. Their reception, which took place at the University Club in Pittsburgh, was the perfect spot to celebrate their nuptials. A top live Pittsburgh based band was enlisted to perform for their guests and everyone joined in on the fun, especially the groom and his groomsmen!
These are just some of the amazing photos that their photographer, Elizabeth Craig, captured of City Heat and the groomsmen having a great time. The night ended with a sparkler send off of the newlyweds. What an awesome day!
The couple exchanged their vows at the Heinz Chapel. We love this photo of the flower girls walking down the aisle. The chapel was stunning, with stained glass windows, lanterns, and flower pom poms.
The bride was a beauty in her tulle gown. The bodice was covered in a delicate overlay of lace and flared out at the bottom. We loved her long veil and bouquet of roses.
Truly a man of style, the groom looked the part in his gray suit. He must have been anxious to perform with City Heat – (which he did) later at the reception!
The bride and groom chose pink and gray as their color scheme. The bridesmaids were elegantly dressed in soft pink dresses. The groomsmen wore gray suits and awesome socks, featuring their favorite superheroes! We bet they were all looking forward to dancing the night away with the band!
The bride's bouquet was a true work of art created by their florist, Bella Floral. The bouquet was a mixture of pale roses and baby's breath.
~Reception Sountrack~
Bridal Party Entrance: Busta Move, Young MC
Cake Cutting: You Are So Beautiful, Joe Cocker
Bride/Father Dance: I Loved Her First, Heartland
Groom/Mother Dance: My Wish, Rascal Flatts
First Dance: Everything, Michael Buble
After the ceremony guests headed to the University Club for cocktails. City Heat was ready to announce the bridal party to the song "Busta Move". Guests were treated to a sit down dinner and listened to toasts before the bride changed into a different dress- much easier to dance in! She danced with her groom to "Everything" for their first dance. The groom and his mother danced to "My Wish". And a special song was played by City Heat for the bride to dance with her father to "I Loved Her First". What a tear jerker!
The band had the pleasure of announcing a special surprise for the groom. A grooms cake was made for him in the shape of a Les Paul guitar. The groom had no idea the bride had this in store for him! To make the moment even more memorable, City Heat played a recording of "Over the Rainbow". How incredible is that guitar cake!
Bella Christies also made a three tiered wedding cake for the bride and groom. It was adorned with pink roses and rested on top of a gold platter.
The band was eager to start the party and get guests out on the dance floor. City Heat played top hit songs, oldies, and popular party & wedding reception hits. The couple requested a few songs, such as "Superstition" and "My Girl". They also went through the band's extensive song list to pick out more tunes they knew everyone would enjoy. City Heat was able to deliver and rocked the house, with the help of the groom and his groomsmen!
"City Heat was terrific. We received compliments all night! My only complaint was that time went too fast! Everyone enjoyed themselves and it made the wedding perfect!" -Mother of the Groom
The night was an absolute blast as City Heat continued to play tunes that brought everyone out to the dance floor. You know it's a good party when no one wanted the night to end!
When it was time to say goodbye to the bride and groom, everyone gathered outside to hold up sparklers for the bride and groom. What a perfect way to end the celebration. We wish them many years of happiness and love!
Tamiko and Justin had a beautiful wedding. City Heat was honored to be a part of their day. Everyone was amazed by their talent and professionalism. Truly, a great wedding band! Are you planning your special day or event? Give City Heat a call today to discuss the details of your big day! For even more information on the vendors Tamiko and Justin used for their wedding, including their photographer Elizabeth Craig Photography, take a look at the list below. You can also view a short video of their day here.
Tami and Justin's Wedding Feature Film from ChristinaMontemurro
Ceremony: Heinz Memorial Chapel
Reception: University Club
Photographer: Elizabeth Craig Photography
Videographer: Christina Montemurro
Florist: Bella Floral
Cake: Bella Christies
Entertainment: City Heat
Molly and Andy had a classy wedding celebration. The Hotel Monaco in Pittsburgh was the perfect fit for their ceremony, outdoor cocktail hour, and reception. Having every part of your wedding at the same location is so convenient, and easy, for friends and family! Especially when the venue is as beautiful as the Hotel Monaco. With high ceilings, retro carpeting, and a large dance floor, there was nothing more the couple could have asked for. Except- an awesome live band!
The couple knew they wanted to have a great party and chose a the best Pittsburgh Wedding band to perform at their reception; John Parker Band. The band played top hits and made their reception one memorable night!
Their photographer, Christina Montemurro, took advantage of the many photo opportunities the venue had to offer. There were plenty of spots for beautiful photos indoors and outdoors. The bride and groom opted to do a first look before their ceremony. What a special moment, seeing each other in their finest- the bride in her white dress and the groom in his suit. We adore how lovingly looked at one another in the photo above.
The bride's gown was sleek and elegant. Her dress had a high neckline, a beaded belt, and pleated skirt. Her makeup made her eyes pop and her smooth up-do held her veil in place. What a great dress to dance in too, later in the night!
The bride's bouquet had purple, gold, and white flowers. It was absolutely stunning and was put together by florist, My Garden Floral. If you look closely, you can even see some fruit in the mix! How unique.
We love this photo of the groom as he waited to see his bride. The black and white curtains were a cool backdrop for this photo. Christina Montemurro and her team sure knew how use backdrops and lighting to their advantage! Just wait till you see the photos taken of John Parker Band at the reception.
We love when a bride allows her bridesmaids the freedom to chose their style of dress. Wearing the same shade of purple, the girls looked lovely, some wearing strapless, one shoulder, and or a V-neck. They all carried bunches of white roses and were so pretty! There's no doubt that these ladies would have a blast at the reception- short dresses are so fun to dance in!
Even though the groom saw his bride before the ceremony, he looked just as happy and amazed her as he watched his bride walk down the aisle.
~Ceremony Music:~
Processional: Ray LaMontagne- You Are the Best
Bride: Adele- Make You Feel My Love
Recessional: Amos Lee- Windows Are Rolled Down
During the ceremony the band played pre-recorded music as requested by the bride and groom. Take a look at this impressive space. There was a long runner scattered with rose petals, white backed chairs, and a funky carpet. Not to mention the silhouette of the couple as they await to be announced husband and wife.
Cocktail hour took place outdoors on the rooftop of the Hotel Monaco. Guests were able to take in the amazing view of the city. Soon the doors to the ballroom would open and John Parker Band would be ready and waiting to introduce the bridal court. A night of fun was about to begin!
Inside the ballroom the decor was modern and elegant. The black table tops had white and cream floral arrangements. The band was all set in front of the dance floor. So much room to dance! John Parker Band waited for everyone to be seated and announced the bridal court.
For their first dance the bride and groom chose the song "El Camino". After toasts, the groom shared a dance with his mother to "Standing on the Moon". The couple requested a few other specialty songs, such as "Wagon Wheel" and "Shake It Off".
~Reception Soundtrack:~
First Dance: El Camino– Amos Lee
Groom & Mother Dance: Standing on the Moon– Grateful Dead
Specialty Songs: Wagon Wheel– Old Crow Medicine, Shake it Off– Taylor Swift
Instead of going the traditional route and having a cake at their wedding, the couple had an array of pies! How amazing do they look? We love this idea. Lemon meringue, berry, and cherry cobbler! They must have been delicious.
The evening really got going after dessert was served. John Parker Band made it their mission to read the crowd and play hits to keep everyone on the dance floor. With a list of over a hundred songs to chose from, there was never a moment the band did not know what to play. The bride and groom enjoyed themselves and so did their guests.
"Thank you for making our wedding so memorable. The band was truly amazing! Our guests had such a fantastic time. We feel lucky to have had you at our wedding!" –Bride and Groom
The band was really rocking it that night! The dance floor was packed. The band loves to get the crowd involved by offering the microphone to guests. Care to sing along?
These photos are the best, showing how much fun every guest had at the wedding. What a night to remember!
Molly and Andy's wedding was truly a memorable event. The John Parker Band was honored to be a part of their special day and had a wonderful time performing for their friends and family. We are so grateful to their photographer, Christina Montemurro, for sharing so many photos with us. You can view more from Molly and Andy's wedding on her blog. She is truly a gifted photographer! We hope you've enjoyed the photos as much as we did.
If you are looking for amazing live entertainment for your wedding or event, look no further than John Parker Band. For all questions and inquires, don't hesitate to contact them today! We would love to hear about your special day and make it spectacular.
Ceremony: Hotel Monaco
Reception: Hotel Monaco
Photography: Christina Montemurro
Florist: My Garden Floral
Dessert: Hotel Monaco


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This entry was posted in Poetry, Uncategorized and tagged january on January 31, 2019 by Jeff Schwaner.
it is gone. But stronger or not, in the end it leaves.
tree to tree but kept to the lower branches.
that there's something recognition alone won't harry.
This entry was posted in Poetry, The Drift and tagged crows, death, january, poetry, recognition, territory, vultures on January 10, 2015 by Jeff Schwaner.


In August the Russian Language Summer School at PetrSU welcomed new students from Great Britain, Spain, Serbia, Switzerland, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Iran and the USA. All the students came to Petrozavodsk to improve their skills in grammar and speech during the classes with professional teaches of the Russian language.
Each of three groups, divided by the levels, focused on various aspects of grammar, vocabulary, phraseology and stylistics. At the end of the course the students will pass a written exam to evaluate their progress in studies.
For the period of studies at the Russian Language Summer School the students are staying with host families. That helps them to learn more about the Russians, to see their everyday life from inside, to practice the language, get acquainted with culture, traditions and make new friends.
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El Camino Frances
The Traditional Route from France
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From Sahagún to Mansilla de las Mulas
30 May 1993 and 16/17 June 2002
This is another long stage which, in 1993, I completed in one day but was forced to stop part way through in 2002 because of the heat. Soon after leaving Sahagún the Camino follows the hard shoulder of the N120 for a couple of kilometres before turning off onto the meseta. There is a purpose made dirt track for most of the way to Mansilla which can be very boring but there are picnic tables at regular intervals and the shading should improve when the recently planted trees reach maturity.
1993. I walked the first section as far as Bercianos with Joe from Malta and Juan from Madrid. They were both in their late sixties and taking things at a leisurely pace. I had met Joe two weeks earlier at Zubiri but his then companion had been forced to give up with damaged feet. He had now found someone he could walk and talk with and they seemed to be getting on really well.
On the straight section towards El Burgo Ranero I passed one of our gang, Tomas, who was limping badly. His shins had begun hurting the previous day and now he was proceeding very slowly with frequent stops. He eventually managed to shake off his injuries and keep up with us all the way to Santiago.
El Burgo was my siesta stop and I made use of a bed in the refugio. This is new but built in the old style using adobe (dried clay and straw) bricks. The washing lines were also used for my clothes which had not dried overnight. I could also talk with Toni from Amsterdam who was taking short stages so she could meet up with her husband in Sarria for the last week of her Camino.
I had a drink and chat with Joe and Juan in the bar opposite the refugio then set off again on the straight track. Tomas was still struggling so I stayed with him for a while to make sure he could continue and arrived at the refugio in Mansilla about 5.45pm. The rest of the gang were already well established here but I was so tired I just dumped my rucksack on a bunk and headed to a bar for burger and beer.
2002. We had already been walking for three hours before breakfast in Sahagún so it was already very hot when we picked our way through the drunks and broken glass left over from the fiesta. Another pilgrim, Tony from Gloucester, told us later that the refugio allowed a late pass for the celebrations and the temperature was 29C at midnight.
At the turn off from the N120 we rested in the shade of a bus shelter and watched the Guardia Civil breathalysing motorists as they left the fiesta. They all seemed to be let off with a stern warning.
We found a little shade in some trees just before Bercianos but after that the last few kilometres into El Burgo were walked in a daze. At 1.45pm the refugio was already full with people trying to find free space on the floor. We headed straight to the nearest bar and managed to get a room before they were all taken.
After a quick shower I tried to be as neutral as possible during a football match between Spain and Ireland then after lunch tried to walk around the village. It was still too hot at 7.30 so I had a siesta with a wet towel over my head.
A fairly large group of pilgrims had been talking about getting a bus into León next morning and this gave us hope of finding places in the refugio of Mansilla next day.
The bar was open for coffee in the morning and, after this, it was a relatively easy walk to Reliegos for fruit juice and on to Mansilla by 11.15am. We waited in a nearby bar for the refugio to open so we could claim our bunks before going for lunch.
After lunch and another football match, I walked around the town which still has much of its defensive walls standing, but the heat was such that I retreated to my bunk with a wet towel by 4pm.


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The second longest-serving chairman of the US Federal Reserve, Alan Greenspan, was famed for having such an ability to move financial markets that even a cough from him could do so.
The latest incumbent in the post, Jay Powell, may not have quite the same influence as the man once dubbed "Uncle Al, the market's pal".
But he, too, has demonstrated his market-moving prowess during the last 24 hours.
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During a webcast hosted by the Peterson Institute of International Economics, on Wednesday, Mr Powell offered a bleak assessment of the economic outlook and the speed at which the US economy may emerge from the COVID-19 crisis.
He said that there was a growing sense that the recovery may come "more slowly than we would like" and said that might make it necessary for the world's most important central bank to do more.
The Fed chairman added: "The scope and speed of this downturn are without modern precedent, significantly worse than any recession since World War II."
He went on to say that, while the Fed would do what it could, extra spending by Washington might need to be forthcoming.
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"Additional fiscal support could be costly, but worth it if it helps avoid long-term economic damage and leaves us with a stronger recovery," he added.
Image:The Trump administration is coming under pressure to add to its stimulus packages
Mr Powell's remarks have alarmed Wall Street because, for much of his time at the Fed, he has been seen as being hawkish on the US deficit.
This and his reluctance to cut interest rates as aggressively as, for example, the European Central Bank has earned him criticism on numerous occasions from Donald Trump.
The policy response to COVID-19 from the US authorities has already been immense, with the White House and US Congress committed to $3tn (£2.46tn) worth of stimulus packages, while the Fed itself has provided monetary stimulus in the form of lower interest rates and by buying $2tn (£1.64tn) worth of US Treasuries (US government IOUs) and mortgage securities.
So the fact that Mr Powell himself sees a need for more US government spending and borrowing sent US stock markets lower.
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 2.2%, the S&P 500 by 1.8% and the Nasdaq by 1.6% – with some traders speculating that Mr Powell's bleak choice of phrases, such as "significant downside risk", triggered sell orders by automated trading programmes whose algorithms look out for such words.
Thursday's latest grim new jobless claims numbers, revealing that a further 2.981 million Americans have registered for unemployment benefits during the last week, added to the sense of gloom.
It has left the S&P 500 down by nearly 5% so far this week and leaving America's broadest stock index in line for its biggest fall in eight weeks.
As ever, it has had a knock-on effect elsewhere around the world, with Asian markets all following overnight and European stock markets following suit once trading reopened, with the FTSE 100 falling almost 3% on the day to levels not seen for more than three weeks.
Yet there is also a sense that Mr Powell's words are an injection of timely realism.
Before the beginning of this week, the S&P 500 had put on a stunning 31% since bottoming out on 23 March, while the Dow had put on 30%.
That was largely in response to optimism that the vast stimulus packages put in place would ensure a so-called "V-shaped" recovery, an immediate bounce-back in GDP, rather than a "U-shaped" recovery in which the US took longer to recover.
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But concerns were starting to mount that US investors in particular – European equities have not enjoyed anything like as strong a recovery from their March lows – were beginning to get overoptimistic and too euphoric.
Those fears were given voice, shortly after Mr Powell finished speaking, by David Tepper, founder of Appaloosa Management, one of Wall Street's most influential hedge fund managers.
The billionaire told CNBC the US stock market was the most overvalued he had seen it since 1999 – just before the dot-com bubble burst.
He added: "The market's pretty high and the Fed's put a lot of money in here…the market is, by anybody's standard, pretty full.
"There's a lot of liquidity there and the Fed's still there. It's too hard to say the market can't go up, or something like that, but it's not a very good risk-reward market."
Mr Tepper is far from the only high-profile investor issuing such warnings.
Stanley Druckenmiller, another billionaire fund manager, warned on Tuesday this week that he feared the economic recovery would take longer than expected.
Speaking at a webcast hosted by the Economic Club of New York, Mr Druckenmiller – who, earlier in his career, co-managed the Quantum Fund with legendary investor George Soros – said he feared "many years of sub-par growth".
He added: "I pray I'm wrong on this, but I just think the V out [V-shaped recovery] is a fantasy. The risk-reward for equity is maybe as bad as I've seen it in my career.
"The wild card here is that the Fed can always step up their [asset] purchases.
"The consensus seems to be 'don't worry, the Fed has your back'. There's only one problem with that – our analysis says it's not true."
Mr Druckenmiller also queries why US equity markets had rallied, during recent sessions, every time there appeared to be positive news about remdesivir, the anti-viral treatment for COVID-19 developed by drugmaker Gilead Sciences, which is currently in clinical trials.
He added: "I don't see why anybody would change their behaviour because there's a viral drug out there."
There seems little doubt that US equity markets, during the fabulous rally they enjoyed in April, had become slightly detached from reality. The S&P 500 index traditionally trades on a price-earnings ratio (a key investment yardstick) of around 15 times but is currently trading at around 20 times.
Given the potentially dire consequences for company earnings, should the US economy take longer than expected to emerge from the recession it is currently in, it is obvious why some investors have been taking their money off the table this week.
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Home Biz Scoop Arizona Wines: Pillsbury Winery in Willcox is worth the trip
Arizona Wines: Pillsbury Winery in Willcox is worth the trip
Darla Hoffmann with Sam Pillsbury, a New Zealand native and owner of Pillsbury Winery in Willcox. (Submitted photo)
The movies have a lot in common with a good bottle of wine. For starters they both require a producer that is powerful enough to create an outstanding finished product for our personal enjoyment. This extraordinary finesse is what ultimately allows us to disconnect from reality for a few hours and devour what's in front of us.
Sam Pillsbury, a New Zealand native and owner of Pillsbury Winery, is a film producer turned winemaker. As I take you through my visit at Pillsbury Winery you will see the similarities and operations of a brilliant mind.
Willcox is home to our state's second American Viticultural Area and possibly the newest in the country. (Submitted photo)
Recently, I made the trip to Willcox, home to our state's second American Viticultural Area (AVA) and possibly the newest in the country. The last stretch before reaching Pillsbury Winery is three miles of dirt road. Every passerby, and person caring for cattle or agriculture along that road waved to me, as if we all shared a common reason for being there.
The first thing I will tell you about Pillsbury is that he is an open book and his story is honest and true. He graciously gave me the tour of his property and shared the wondrous details of how it came to be what it is today. There was nothing growing on this land prior to his procurement. Pillsbury started with the vision and drive to create something really tremendous on this land. He is a colorful personality and knew he needed to generate ideas and clever ways to meet his own expectations.
"People from New Zealand are very resourceful. We will figure out how to make great things happen with the slimmest of resources." said Pillsbury. His ability to find one-of-a-kind materials that stand up to some of the most premier equipment took me back to an episode of "MacGyver" and his trusty Swiss Army Knife.
Pillsbury didn't start with the funds to build an elaborate high-dollar facility, but wasn't going to compromise quality so he had to figure out what sources and elements would give him his desired level of production.
When asked how his filmmaking background relates to wine Pillsbury said: "A lot of filmmakers make wine. We like what's complicated and challenging and there's an element of bravery and fearlessness in both."
It became apparent that Pillsbury is involved in every aspect of his own viniculture and viticulture practices.
"I always set high goals and work toward them. I want to make the best wines in the country" he said. A director will always be willing to do whatever it takes to rise to the top of the industry and produce a great final product.
Pillsbury houses his barrels in renovated shipping containers that were once the property of Stout Cedar Mill and were being used to preserve apples. He upgraded the insulation, installed windows and put a cool box in each unit. Each one stores nearly 60 barrels and plenty of bottles. I believe they are now making apartments out of these containers in downtown Phoenix. I'd be happy to bunker down in one of these.
Like making movies, growing grapes does not come without complications. The best at both have to be able to quickly address problems that arise during production. They must be able to identify problems and figure out the best way to fix them. That is precisely why Pillsbury decided to keep the concrete drainage ditch, that surrounds his property, intact. When you are in the business of growing agriculture of any kind you have to be prepared for challenging weather conditions. Even in the desert, we are exposed to frost and hail. Heaters and fuel can be costly and a danger of environmental contamination. The drainage ditch sits just close/far away enough to serve as the vineyard's fire pit, and I hear it is quite the sight at night!
It's harvest time and the team at Pillsbury was busy bringing in bins of grapes, sorting, destemming, crushing, and pressing. I watched as head winemaker James Callahan, also owner of Rune Wines, and crew were making magic on the crush pad. The days are long, the work is hard, and every second is critical at this point of the process. Yet, it seemed as though they were having a great time bringing the next vintage to life. Pillsbury clearly has a lot of respect for his team and is open minded to their opinions of the wines. He readily let us taste from the barrels to test the soon-to-be, and not-so-soon-to-be, released vintages.
In the movies there are always those unknown actors who show up in films and we think wow, who's that guy? Pillsbury introduced me to an obscure grape called Symphony which is harmonizing beautifully with the desert heat and sandy soils. He also grows a lot of the beautiful, more familiar French and Italian varietals, like those Oscar winning actors we've seen in a hundred movies and hope to see in 100 more. Speaking of the Oscars, Pillsbury Winery is no stranger to winning. Pillsbury has won gold medals and has some of the highest scores for any Arizona wines. He was currently named Best Local Winemaker by Phoenix Magazine, voted Best Arizona Winery by Arizona Foothills Magazine, and named "one of the rising stars of the Southwest" by Wine Spectator Magazine. This year in 2016, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition awarded a Double Gold for Pillsbury's 2013 Shiraz 'Guns and Kisses', along with a swag of silvers and bronzes.
Pillsbury is a Harvest Host so people can camp on the vineyard site in Willcox and purchase these delectable wines in the tasting room by appointment. He generously tells visitors to grab some fresh fruits and vegetables straight from his garden before they leave. Pillsbury came to life in 2006 and its wines are available in many restaurants and stores in the Valley. He does winemaker dinners and is open to private parties and events.
Some stories have no ending and this one leaves room for many sequels. There are visions of casitas for lodging, and a restaurant that will serve nothing but fresh food from the property. Not to mention we have those exciting new blends waiting for us in barrels. For now, I welcome the academy to check out the website www.pillsburywine.com and visit the tasting rooms in Cottonwood or Willcox, but be sure to stay tuned, this one's a cliff hanger.
– East Valley resident Darla S. Hoffmann is a certified specialist of wine and the owner of About Wine. She offers wine education, tastings and classes. Reach her at 480-540-7555 or Aboutwine@mail.com.
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Design a festive fall wreath at Summit Lake State Park, Sept. 15.
All supplies will be provided. Cost is $10 per wreath in cash, paid the day of the event. All the proceeds go to the nature center and naturalist programs.
Participation only limited by amount of grapevine collected. Send an email to LVeach@dnr.IN.gov to register.
Standard gate fee of $7 per in-state vehicle and $9 per out-of-state vehicle applies.
For more information call 765-766-5873 or visit on.IN.gov/summitlakesp. Summit Lake State Park is at 5993 N. Messick Rd., New Castle.