In December of 1847, John D. Fox moved his family to a house in Hydesville, New York. Although the house had an odd reputation (the previous tenant had vacated because of mysterious sounds), it wasn't until March of the following year that the family's troubles began. Before long, daughters Kate and Margaret claimed to be communicating with the spirit of a peddler who had been murdered in the house. The communications took the form of rapping noises in answer to questions asked aloud.
The Fox sisters (along with a third sister, Leah, who acted as their manager) soon parlayed their rapping skills into celebrity. The young ladies held public séances, underwent "tests," and inspired copycat mediums around the world. By the time the Foxes were debunked, they'd helped to inspire a new religion, Spiritualism, which was popular in both America and Great Britain, that held as its central tenet that the spirits of the dead continued to exist on another plane and could be contacted by human mediums. The Spiritualist movement had no less a figure as its international spokesperson than Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, whose wife Jean was also a medium.
Both Spiritualism and the acknowledged, fictitious ghost story evolved out of the Enlightenment of the eighteenth century.
It's no coincidence that the ghost story experienced a rebirth of popularity at about the same time. Both Spiritualism and the acknowledged, fictitious ghost story evolved out of the Enlightenment of the eighteenth century. Prior to that time, ghosts had either been confined to dramatic presentation (going all the way back to the haunted house comedy Mostellaria, penned by the Roman playwright Plautus several centuries before the birth of Christ) or tales that were presented as true, including mythological epics like Gilgamesh and the Iliad.
The first major work of ghostly literature is usually considered to be Horace Walpole's The Castle of Otranto. Published in 1764, Walpole's work also inaugurated the Gothic novel, a genre that waxed and waned over the next fifty years. Ghosts were a key ingredient in the great Gothics, even when—as in the works of Ann Radcliffe, the undisputed queen of the Gothics—their manifestations were eventually revealed to be the work of deceitful mortals.
But perhaps the real precursor of the modern short ghost story was the ballad. Ballads were the preferred way of telling stories (at least in the British Isles) up until the nineteenth century, and many of them were ghost stories. Like "Sweet William's Ghost" (sometimes known under the alternate title "Clerk Saunders"), presented below, these ballads and their numerous regional variants still retain a surprising amount of pathos, eeriness, and even a touch of gruesomeness.
As the Enlightenment brought a new belief in reason to Europe, formerly popular superstitions were reconfigured as fairy tales, intended as simple morality tales mainly for children . . . but not always. While the Brothers Grimm were collecting orally-transmitted folktales, eventually published in 1812's Kinder und Hausmärchen, other German anthologists found success in updating these old stories for adults. Johann August Apel and Friedrich Laun produced not one, but a remarkable five volumes of their ghost story anthology Gespensterbuch between 1811 and 1815. These tales, which, like The Castle of Otranto, typically involved aristocratic families enduring melodramatic plot twists in isolated, haunted castles, were translated into French and English. Mary Shelley cited a volume of such stories as the inspiration for her to "think of a story," resulting in the creation of her immortal classic Frankenstein.
Upon a face which wore the fixed features of a corpse, were imprinted the traces of the vilest and most hideous passions which had animated her while she lived.
Ghosts found a willing home in the New World, too. When Nathaniel Hawthorne, one of early America's finest writers, turned his attention to uncanny fiction, he finely portrayed a young country still trying to define itself. While his "Young Goodman Brown" exposed the hypocrisy of religious convictions with its tale of a journeyer who stumbles on a witches' sabbat, "The Gray Champion," below, became possibly the first political ghost story, offering up a patriotic defender of freedom (a theme that Arthur Machen would employ a century later in "The Bowmen," also below). A few decades later, the American creator of both the modern horror story—in all its psychological and bloody glory—and the detective story, Edgar Allan Poe, would create what might be the first major story of spirit possession, with the ravishingly romantic and disturbing "Ligeia," found below.
Why do we read ghost stories? To scare ourselves? … To experience a catharsis of the emotions? To reinforce our desire to know that life does not end with the mortal body's termination?
The contemptuous scepticism of the last age is yielding to a more humble spirit of enquiry; and there is a large class of persons amongst the most enlightened of the present, who are beginning to believe, that much which they had been taught to reject as fable, has been, in reality, ill-understood truth.
Just as wealthy Victorians on both sides of the Atlantic were flocking to séances in hopes of seeing a table levitate or hearing a dead loved one miraculously channeled by an attractive young medium, so at home they consumed ghost stories in the pages of the magazines that had become popular thanks to new printing technologies. Many of the ghost stories in this volume reflected Spiritualist beliefs; in some ("Mrs. Zant and Ghost" by Wilkie Collins, for example), the true horror was a mortal antagonist, while in others (Elizabeth Stuart Phelps's "Since I Died," or Olivia Howard Dunbar's "The Shell of Sense"), the human inability to grasp the cosmos was a source of terror.
Not all of the late-nineteenth-century ghost stories were influenced by Spiritualism, however. The study of folklore was in vogue, thanks to efforts like Chambers' Book of Days; ghost stories were traditional Christmas entertainments (not on, as is now the case, Halloween!), and often played on folklore (Charlotte Riddell's marvelously entertaining "The Last of Squire Ennismore") and urban legend (Dickens' "No. 1 Branch Line: The Signalman"), both reprinted here.
As the nineteenth century headed into the twentieth, Spiritualist mediums were continually debunked, leading to a serious decline in the belief, at least until the Great War again made families yearn to communicate with their dead. This led to authors seeking fresh ways to carry the ghost story forward. Instead of looking toward the past, some ghost stories included here (Ambrose Bierce's unsettling "An Inhabitant of Carcosa," and Frank Stockton's "The Philosophy of Relative Existences") turned to the future; some took a more literary approach (Edith Wharton's chilling "The Lady's Maid's Bell," and "The Real Right Thing," a literary ghost story about a literary ghost, by Henry James); and at least one (Mark Twain's deliciously over-the-top "A Ghost Story") parodied both the genre and the fervent true believer.
. . . but now there began to be seen, far up the shore, a little flicker of something light-coloured moving to and fro with great swiftness and irregularity. Rapidly growing larger, it, too, declared itself as a figure in pale, fluttering draperies, ill-defined. There was something about its motion which made Parkins very unwilling to see it at close quarters.
The final story chosen for this volume, Georgia Wood Pangborn's "The Substitute," is well-positioned to point the way for the future of weird fiction: its terrors are subtle and tragic, its prose beautifully rendered. If its overall effect is slightly more hopeful than many of the tales that preceded it, its hope stems from that "impression of truth" that M. R. James was right in suggesting was an essential element of the classic ghost story.
Why do we read ghost stories? To scare ourselves? To rehearse how we would deal with an actual ghost experience? To experience a catharsis of the emotions? To reinforce our desire to know that life does not end with the mortal body's termination? Probably all of the above—but for whatever reason, the ghost story has fascinated humankind since the dawn of time. What follows are, in our humble opinions, some of the very best. So—boo!
Excerpted from Ghost Stories, edited by Lisa Morton and Leslie R. Klinger, introduction by Leslie Klinger. Copyright © 2019 by Lisa Morton and Leslie S. Klinger. Published by Pegasus Books.
LESLIE S. KLINGER is an American attorney and writer. He is a noted literary editor and annotator of classic genre fiction, including the Sherlock Holmes stories and the novels Dracula and Frankenstein as well as Neil Gaiman's The Sandman comics, Alan Moore's and Dave Gibbons's Watchmen graphic novel, and the stories of H. P. Lovecraft. LISA MORTON is a screenwriter, author of non-fiction books, and award-winning prose writer. She is the author of four novels and more than 130 short stories, a six-time winner of the Bram Stoker Award®, and a world-class Halloween expert. She co-edited (with Ellen Datlow) the anthology Haunted Nights; other recent releases include Ghosts: A Haunted History and the collection The Samhanach and Other Halloween Treats.


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Title: The dynamic assessment of receptive vocabulary in preschool children
Author: Camilleri, Bernard
Awarding Body: City University
Current Institution: City, University of London
Background : Research on the use of dynamic assessment (DA) of different aspects of expressive language has yielded promising results in terms of its use in distinguishing between language difference and language disorder and in informing language intervention. Aims: The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate a DA of receptive vocabulary which could be adopted with preschool children when a concern was raised about their language. Methods: In this study, two DA procedures were developed for use with children who had been referred to speech and language therapy (SLT). Both procedures incorporated static measures of receptive vocabulary (the BPVS) and of non-verbal cognitive ability (the BAS) as well as dynamic measures of children's ability to establish new word-referent matches. The first procedure was used with 40 pre-school children who had been referred to SLT services. Thirty seven of these children were followed up and re-assessed using the BPVS after a six months waiting period, in order to monitor their progress in receptive vocabulary. The second procedure was adopted with 15 pre-school children within two nurseries. Ten of the children had been referred to SLT. The qualitative and quantitative information obtained using this second procedure was fed back to the speech and language therapists and school staff who worked with the referred children. All of the children were re-assessed using the DA procedure after a six month waiting period. Learning support assistants (LSAs) also rated children's progress at this time. Results: Both procedures were found to add quantitative and qualitative information which was not available through static assessments. With the first procedure a combination of static and dynamic measures at Time 1 was found to possess greater predictive validity than the static (BPVS) measure of receptive vocabulary alone. This was particularly the case with children achieving low scores (below the 25th percentile) on the BPVS at Time 1. The second procedure provided greater qualitative information regarding children's word learning potential in naturalistic settings. A wider range of quantitative and psychometric measures were also derived from the second DA procedure and DA ratings were also found to correlate with measures of children's progress at time 2 (BPVS and LSA's ratings). Discussion: The quantitative and qualitative results are combined in order to discuss implications for assessment, clinical decision-making and intervention with pre-school children referred to SLT

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Angels star Mike Trout exits game after getting hit by pitch
Broncos get their Super Bowl 50 rings.
Injured George North ruled out of Wales' New Zealand tour
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) Winger George North has been ruled out of the remainder of Wales' rugby tour of New Zealand after injuring his hamstring in Saturday's first test against the All Blacks.
North was injured during the second half at Eden Park, where New Zealand won 39-21 to take a 1-0 lead in the three test series. Wales plays the Chiefs Super Rugby team on Tuesday before the second and third test matches at Wellington and Dunedin.
The 24-year-old North was playing his 65th test on Saturday and was one of Wales' best players, making six line breaks. Wales coach Warren Gatland described North's performance as ''absolutely outstanding.''
The tourists have already called in 18-year-old Ospreys winger Keelen Giles as cover.


Orlando, Florida August 16, 2016 – BRP has revamped the 2017 Sea-Doo GTI family of watercraft to offer unbeatable price-value as the most affordable, and most fuel-efficient full-size watercraft in the industry. New for 2017, the Sea-Doo GTS, GTI and GTI SE models will be offered with the compact Rotax 900 HO ACE engine and the lightweight and scratch and impact-resistant Polytec hull material.
The Sea-Doo GTS and GTI models become the most affordable full-size watercraft with lower price points than the previous years comparable packages. A 30% increase in fuel efficiency contributes to greater cost savings 1, thanks in part to the lightweight hull being constructed of BRP's exclusive Polytec material.. Further reducing the weight and lending to the Sea-Doo GTS and GTI models having the lowest fuel consumption in the industry among all full-size watercraft is the Rotax 900 HO ACE engine. The compact 900 HO ACE ensures watercraft riders make the most of their day by riding longer with less fuel stops.
BRP is a pioneer in watercraft design from construction to color. The Sea-Doo Recreation segment conveys BRP's advanced design philosophies through contemporary flowing facet styling and trendsetting coloration. The energy of the Recreation family is conveyed by vibrant colors such as the new Sunrise Orange on the GTI SE models, Manta Green on the GTI model and Orange Crush on the GTS model. Staying true to the versatility of the recreation models, classic Black is the second color option on the GTI SE models while Jet Black Metallic and Deep Pewter Satin dress the GTI Limited 155 model.
BRP's Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) function features activity-specific power delivery options including Touring, Sport, and ECO modes. The GTI platform also provides a class-leading 30.8 US gallons (116.6 liters) of storage space and best-in-class fuel economy with BRP's ECO Mode available on all models. ECO Mode automatically determines the most economical power delivery and sets the optimal RPM for greatest fuel economy so riders spend extra time, not extra money, on the water.
The GTI platform also incorporates many ergonomic features designed for rider comfort. BRP's exclusive inward-angled footwell floors keep the rider's lower legs/feet in-line reducing ankle fatigue, and the handlegrips come with palm rests enhancing comfort and reducing forearm fatigue. These many exclusive Sea-Doo innovations and features make the GTI family unbeatable in price-value among full-size watercraft offerings in the industry.
The Sea-Doo GTS model is the lowest priced full-size watercraft in the industry and offers unbeatable value for families looking for unforgettable fun. The nimble handling and great stability make the GTS a great value for any water goer. Utilizing BRP's exclusive lightweight and scratch and impact-resistant Polytec hull material and powered by the compact Rotax 900 HO ACE engine, the GTS becomes the lightest full-size watercraft in the industry weighing in at 630 pounds (286 kg). Light on the scale but heavy on fun the GTS features class-leading storage with 30.8 US gallons (116.6 l) of space. Standard with the Sea-Doo GTS model is Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) technology with Sport, Touring and ECO modes, allowing riders to choose between three levels of power. Riders will feel secure with Off-Throttle Assisted Steering (O.T.A.S.), Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.) with radio frequency technology and iControl Learning Key, Closed-Loop Cooling System (CLCS) and rear-view mirrors. The Sea-Doo Learning Key limits RPMs and acceleration for less experienced riders to gain skill and confidence with less available power. All Sea-Doo models feature Closed-Loop Cooling that uses coolant to cool the engine rather than outside water, eliminating salt and debris from entering the engine for maximum reliability and ensuring proper operating temperatures. The GTS model is available in exclusive White and Orange Crush and is equipped with a durable thermoformed seat making it an ideal option for rental operators.
The Sea-Doo GTI model provides unforgettable family fun at an unbeatable value. Equipped with the exclusive lightweight and scratch and impact-resistant Polytec hull material and powered by the compact Rotax 900 HO ACE engine, the GTI weights a mere 640 pounds (291 kg) to maintain good power-to-weight performance and best-in-class fuel efficiency. The GTI offers great stability for greater rider confidence and versatility for three riders to enjoy the freedom of the Sea-Doo life. It comes in the vibrant White and Manta Green coloration for 2017 and is equipped with an abundance of technologies including the Digitally Encoded Security System with radio frequency technology (RF D.E.S.S. Key) for a precise connection and instant activation when in place, BRP's exclusive, intuitive, second-generation iBR system for added maneuverability and safety, and Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) which starts the watercraft in neutral for stress-free handling and includes ECO mode for better fuel economy and also features Sport and Touring modes. Riders simply get the most for their money with the 2017 Sea-Doo GTI.
The Sea-Doo GTI SE model commands attention both for being the lightest full-size watercraft in the industry at 640 pounds (291kg) and with the vibrant new Sunrise Orange and White coloration and popular Black and White. The new Sea-Doo GTI SE is powered by the compact Rotax 900 HO ACE engine providing a ride close to 30% more fuel efficient than competitors and offering more storage space than any watercraft in its class. For riders looking for power options, the GTI SE 130 and 155 models return to provide family fun at great value, all available in both colorations. In addition to the second-generation iBR and to iTC, the Sea-Doo GTI family's popular model includes the plush touring seat, fold-down reboarding ladder and the Variable Trim System (VTS).
The Sea-Doo GTI Limited 155 model is a fully equipped watercraft that offers a touch of classic, luxury styling in Jet Black Metallic with a Deep Pewter Satin accent and comes fully loaded with premium features and accessories offering optimal comfort. Included are the second-generation iBR, iTC, and high-performance Variable Trim System (VTS) that allows riders to adjust the attitude of the watercraft according to rider preferences and water conditions thanks to pre-set positions available right at their fingertips. The GTI Limited 155 model also adds a plush touring seat with lumbar support for driver and passenger, a fold-down reboarding ladder and a ski tow eye. Exclusive to the Limited package are a watercraft cover, a removable dry storage bag, a safety kit and additional gauge functions, such as Cruise Control / Slow mode, altitude indicator and time / distance to empty.
1 Based on BRP internal testing. Fuel consumption varies per model and engine package.
3 Based on Boating Magazine April 2016 testing of a 2016 Sea-Doo GTI compared to a 2016 Yamaha VX Deluxe.
BRP has plans for a full Sea-Doo Life immersion at this year's IJSBA World Finals with the Sea-Doo Beach Party Zone, Ultimate Sea-Doo Owners Ride VI, and Sea-Doo X-TEAM championship pursuits. The Sea-Doo X-TEAM is looking continue building their performance legacy by adding to their five-year string of Pro Open and Pro GP World Championship titles. The X-TEAM is led by defending Pro World Champions Gyorgy Kasza and Mohammed Burbayea, and joined by 2016 Pro Watercross Tour Pro Open and Pro GP champion Dustin Farthing, all on Sea-Doo RXP-X models.
The IJSBA World Finals is taking place October 3-9, 2016 in Lake Havasu City, Arizona and is renown as the largest watercraft specific event in North America where the best racers from around the globe converge to compete for world racing championships. The event takes place at Crazy Horse Campgrounds and draws 15,000 spectators every year. BRP is the leading supporter of watercraft racing through the Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty racer contingency program and the Sea-Doo X-TEAM Promoter support program.
The Sea-Doo Beach Party Zone will include a showcase of select new 2017 Sea-Doo watercraft, SPARK TRIXX model test rides, X-TEAM autograph sessions, and Sea-Doo owners VIP viewing area.
#SEADOOLIFE Beach Party Zone – The Sea-Doo Life Beach Party Zone headlines the IJSBA World Finals' Performance Alley with the new RXP-X 300, GTR-X 230, SPARK TRIXX, GTI SE models and more. Attendees will also have the opportunity to talk to product experts, take home Sea-Doo giveaways and become Instagram famous at the SPARK TRIXX photo booth.
TRIXX-PERIENCE Test Ride and Competition– The Sea-Doo Events Team will be offering test ride, freestyle session on the new SPARK TRIXX model for a limited time on Friday, October 7th and Saturday, October 8th on the west end of Performance Alley at the World Finals event site. Riders may also be selected to compete in a special TRIXX competition and featured in a upcoming sea-Doo video. Visit the #SEADOOLIFE Beach Party Zone on-site for information.
Sea-Doo Ultimate Owners Ride VI – The annual Sea-Doo Ultimate Owners Ride VI will join the world's largest personal watercraft event on Friday, October 7th. Sea-Doo owners can enjoy an action filled Sea-Doo weekend by experiencing one of the most beautiful, one-day, leisure boating experiences in North America. The ride will depart from Site Six Launch ramp in Lake Havasu City at 8:30 AM and include a ride roughly 30-miles up the Colorado River to Pirate Cove Resort for a sponsored Sea-Doo lunch stop and exclusive VIP seating on Pro Finals day at the Sea-Doo Beach Party in performance alley. Open to Sea-Doo owners only*, participants will get a special owners ride event hat, wristband, meal, and be eligible for Sea-Doo giveaways. For more information visit Sea-Doo Events.
Sea-Doo X-TEAM Autograph Session – Sea-Doo Fans will have the opportunity to meet the best Sea-Doo watercraft racers in the world and take home a signed X-TEAM racer poster. Select racers will include; Dustin Farthing, James Bushell, Gyorgy Kasza, Mohammed Burbayea, Erminio Iantosca, wounded warrior veteran and paraplegic athlete, Anthony Radetic, and more. Autograph sessions will take place Saturday and Sunday midday at the #SEADOOLIFE Beach Party Zone and Kokomos nightspot during the Saturday night, "Under the Bridge" show.
Sea-Doo X-team racer Dustin Farthing claiming his 18th & 19th championship win aboard his RXP-X 300.
Visit Sea-Doo's Facebook fan page for the most up-to-date information regarding BRP's 2016 IJSBA World Finals activities.
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*All Sea-Doo Ultimate Owners Ride VI drivers must possess a valid driver's license and must be 18 years old or older and utilize a 2002 or newer, four-stroke Sea-Doo watercraft. No other watercraft brands are permitted.
Orlando, Florida August 16, 2016 – BRP continues to shape the market and target the next generation of watercraft owners with the introduction of the Sea-Doo SPARK TRIXX model taking playtime on the water to the extreme. The 2017 SPARK TRIXX model not only changes the game, it helps invent new ones as it comes equipped with numerous innovations standard including; Handlebar with Adjustable Riser, Step Wedges and Extended Range Variable Trim System (VTS), all of which help riders effortlessly perform tricks like a pro.
The exclusive SPARK TRIXX package joins the Sea-Doo SPARK family, to provide more fun to water sport enthusiasts and to continue to make the dream of owning a watercraft a reality. The Sea-Doo SPARK watercraft is the most affordable watercraft on the market that costs close to 35% less than its closest competitor as well as being close to 35% more fuel-efficient. This industry leading fuel efficiency allows for more riding between fill-ups adding to the ease of use and its small lightweight design allows the SPARK model to be easily towed by popular compact sedan. The 2017 Sea-Doo SPARK models are easily customizable to fit the needs of a wide variety of riders. The new SPARK TRIXX takes customization a step further and fun to another level with features that will turn any rider into a local lake freestyle hero.
Popping into a perfect tail-stand from idle will capture every eye near the water and no one will know it was nearly effortless. The TRIXX package includes specific features that provide greater leverage and control to do fun freestyle tricks. The TRIXX package is based on the most compact and maneuverable watercraft on the market and adds exclusive features not found on any other production watercraft to deliver unmatched playfulness. The ultra lightweight 2-up SPARK model powered by the Rotax 900 HO ACE engine and with the Intelligent Brake and Reverse (iBR) system receives the addition of the handlebar with adjustable riser made of aluminum to create more leverage for increased rider input, the step wedges for secure footing and more confidence while going vertical and the Extended Range Variable Trim System (VTS) with double the range of the accessory VTS for the SPARK to bury the nose or pop the bow up easily with the tap of the throttle.
Tail-stands, power slides, 180 hops, and dozens of new tricks that have yet to be named are made easier with the new 2017 SPARK TRIXX package. In addition to the functional innovations is the new exclusive coloration: Candy Blue & Chili Pepper plus graphics including hull decals to make a statement in action or at rest. The Sea-Doo SPARK TRIXX watercraft provides a new way to play on the water and is sure to spark, "top this" challenges amongst friends and family.
The popularity of the Sea-Doo SPARK stems for riders ability to build a watercraft to fit their lifestyle through five steps.
Sea-Doo SPARK 2-up: Provides a capacity for two riders with a maximum weight of 352 lbs (160 kg).
Sea-Doo SPARK 3-up: Ideal for 2 adults and a child or teenager with a maximum capacity of 450 lbs (205 kg). It has an elongated seat and platform extension to provide more transom buoyancy, stability and towing capabilities.
Rotax 900 ACE1: Using just 1.94 gallons (7.34 L)2 of fuel per hour, it is the most fuel-efficient engine on the market3 and allows the Sea-Doo SPARK to reach a top speed of 40 mph (64 km/h)4.
Rotax 900 HO ACE: Using only up to 2.4 gallons (9 L)5 per hour, this high-output engine has quicker acceleration and a higher top speed to reach close to 50 mph (80 km/h)4. It is available on both 2up and 3up models.
The Sea-Doo SPARK watercraft is also available with the exclusive Intelligent Brake and Reverse (iBR) system that provides a level of control and peace of mind that has become associated with modern Sea-Doo watercraft. The Sea-Doo iBR system is the first and only braking system recognized by the USCG (U.S. Coast Guard) for contributing to recreational boating safety since 2009. The optional Sea-Doo SPARK iBR system available on units with the Rotax 900 HO ACE engine is intuitive and specifically designed to offer maximum braking efficiency and low speed control with neutral starting.
A Sea-Doo SPARK equipped with iBR also comes standard with Sea-Doo's Convenience Package Plus that includes popular optional items for Sea-Doo watercraft: a Front Storage Bin Kit, a Reboarding Step for easy reboarding and the Digitally Encoded Security System with radio frequency technology (RF D.E.S.S.) for greater security from theft and unauthorized use.
Tow Pro – Three accessories in one; a tow pylon, spotter handle and rack (available on 3-up units).
Chill Shade – Provides coverage up to speeds of 35 mph (56 km/h) and on land.
Reboarding Step – Convenient for reboarding and installs on the transom of the watercraft.
SPARK Move II trailer – Designed to carry two Sea-Doo SPARK watercraft.
Handlebar with Adjustable Riser – customize the ergonomics for greater leverage.
Step Wedges – providing alternate footing while trying tricks.
Extended Range Variable Trim System (VTS) – provides more extreme trim angles for greater adjustment.
The compact Sea-Doo SPARK is the lightest watercraft on the market ideal for short, playful and thrilling rides. Its compact design and lightweight construction also make it easy to own, easy to tow with a small car, and simple to store. The exclusive Exoskel architecture and durable Poytec material both contribute to the weight reduction while creating a unique modern design that defines the playful maneuverability of the Sea-Doo SPARK watercraft and a power-to-weight ratio close to 30% better than the closest competitive model7.
Powered by the robust Rotax 900 ACE, the most fuel-efficient watercraft engine in the industry3 ,, the Sea-Doo SPARK watercraft costs close to 35% less than the closest model8 . Designed specifically for delivering years of reliable fun, the Rotax 900 ACE is a compact in-line three-cylinder 4-stroke power plant featuring Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) system and Sea-Doo exclusive Closed-Loop Cooling System (CLCS). The Rotax 900 HO ACE adds power, featuring a Sport mode and has a top speed close to 50 mph (80 km/h)4.
Riders can personalize everything on the Sea-Doo SPARK watercraft according to their necessities, personality, lifestyle and budget from technology features to color and accessories. Most of all, the Sea-Doo SPARK watercraft is compact, lightweight and an absolute blast to ride. The new Sea-Doo SPARK TRIXX model will turn family game night into family game day as doing tricks is easier than ever and is sure to start trick challenges among family and friends. From the first-time rider to freestyle fans the Sea-Doo SPARK and new TRIXX package make riding a Sea-Doo the most playful experience on the water.
1. Featured exclusively on the Sea-Doo SPARK 2up without Intelligent Brake and Reverse (iBR) and Convenience Package Plus.
2. Based on BRP internal testing of the Rotax 900 ACE.
3. Based on BRP internal testing and information on manufacturer's websites. Testing of competitive model done under identical conditions.
4. Based on BRP internal testing. Actual top speed may vary depending on loading and other conditions.
5. Based on BRP internal testing of the Rotax 900 HO ACE.
6. iBR and Convenience Package Plus is not available on the SPARK 2up with the Rotax 900 ACE engine.
7. Source: Manufacturer's and the Air Resource Board websites. Power-to weight ratio varies according to product specifications.
8. Source: Manufacturer's website. Prices vary according to product specification.
All product comparisons, industry and market claims refer to new sit down PWC with 4-stroke engines.
Orlando, FL., August 16, 2016 – BRP (TSX: DOO) continues to expand and improve its industry-leading watercraft lineup with the introduction of new Sea-Doo models and a new Rotax Advanced Combustion Efficiency (ACE) power plant. The 2017 Sea-Doo line introduces a new way to play with the Sea-Doo SPARK TRIXX, an unbeatable price-point with new GTS/GTI models and more performance in the mid-range with a GTR-X 230 powered by a new Rotax 1500 HO ACE engine.
The SPARK TRIXX model is the Sea-Doo watercraft that changes the game, and invents new ones, with features that leverage the light and nimble handling of the SPARK model to offer new ways to play on the water. The 2017 SPARK TRIXX model comes equipped with numerous innovations including handlebar with adjustable riser, step wedges and extended-range Variable Trim System (VTS), all of which help riders perform tricks like a pro.
2017 Sea-Doo GTS and GTI models are the lightest, most fuel-efficient and offer the greatest value of any full-size watercraft on the market. Each features a compact and efficient Rotax 900 HO ACE engine and lightweight and tough Polytec hull material, which has proven its performance and durability throughout the past three years in the industry's best-selling model, the Sea-Doo SPARK watercraft.
2017 GTR 230 (left) and GTR-X 230 (right).
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Where do you get inspiration for your stories? I was at Romancing The Capital Ottawa (RTC) and dreamed two nights in a row about the characters and their first meeting. I'm not a plotter, I usually write by the seat of my pants, but in order to make sure that I got it right, I put my dream to paper and later had to go through and finesse it a little (meaning I had to take out all of the crazy dream-y stuff).
How did you do research for your book? Luckily since I write mostly paranormal and sci-fi I don't have to do much research. I build the worlds in my head and go with it. The only downfall to world building is that I have to keep track of it all, which I do in handy-dandy spreadsheets. If I forget a fact a reader will tell me about myself!
If you could go back in time, where would you go? Um…back in time? Not for this girl. I would rather go to the future to see what my children and children's children have done. I would also like to see if the aliens have overtaken us yet, things like that.


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John Giorno (1936-2019)
John Giorno is a poet and visual artist. Born in 1936 in New York City, Giorno attended Columbia University and worked as a stockbroker for a short time before meeting Andy Warhol in 1962. A romantic relationship ensued, and Giorno was featured in Warhol's first film, Sleep (1963). The influence of pop art and Warhol's Factory are evident in Giorno's work, which developed out of verbal collages of appropriated texts drawn from advertising and signage.
Since 1962, John Giorno has been disseminating his streetwise, pioneering poetry to audiences worldwide. He lifts his poems off the page, delivering them through rhythmic performances; paintings, prints, and installations; and in LPs, mixed with music. Among his most iconic works is his "Dial-A-Poem" project (begun 1968), in which a telephone number leads to short readings by a host of writers, artists, and activists, among them Allen Ginsburg and John Cage. Giorno forged his art in 1960s New York, and was associated with numerous important figures from that period, including Andy Warhol, the Beat writers, and avant-garde performers—who all influenced his generous, democratic work. Describing his relationship with his audience, he states: "I'm giving out energy, and I'm holding up a mirror to their minds. It's not me they're looking at—it's into their own minds. That's what a great poem is."


Stick with this B-movie, it gets better in its third segment.
Halfway through this segment I was ready to turn off the movie. Fortunately, I stayed with it, because the final story is worth catching. It takes place in the future, where vampires and werewolves are at war against each other. Sounds like Underworld? Well the vampires here are hipster mods and the werewolves are rockabilly bikers! I would love to see a full-length film with such an amusing premise! During a fight, the opposing gangs are terminated by a group of neo-nazi-ish humans. The loan survivors, a female vampire and a female werewolf, are captured, experimented on, and pitted against zombies for the human entertainment! The acting in this story is much better, although it gets a bit grating listening to the lead actresses spit their dialogue out through their fake teeth. The three stories are connected in a clever way, and by the end of the movie I didn't think it was half bad. With basically no budget, I found it to be a rather charming b-movie. The director is clearly talented and I would be interested in seeing what he could do if he were provided with more resources.


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Amanda Knox: Michelle Carter deserves sympathy
By: Boston25News.com
Published: August 04 2017 9:37 AM
PLAINVILLE, Mass. - The woman convicted of convincing her boyfriend to kill himself through a series of text messages is getting support from another woman who gained fame because of a high-profile trial.
READ: All the texts between Michelle Carter, Conrad Roy the day he died
Amanda Knox, who spent years in an Italian jail after being convicted of killing her roommate, wrote an op-ed in the L.A. Times and said that even though it's difficult, Michelle Carter deserves sympathy and professional help that Conrad Roy didn't get before he took his own life at Carter's encouraging.
Knox said she sees parallels in the so-called "Femme Fatale" narrative prosecutors used in her murder trial in Italy.
READ: Op-Ed Amanda Knox: Michelle Carter deserves sympathy and help, not prison
Sympathy is not what the Roy family expressed during a sentencing hearing that allowed Michelle Carter to go home to Plainville, for now, as a free woman.
Carter, 20, crouched down into the back of a car outside her family's Plainville home hours after a sentencing hearing that sent Roy's father rushing away from the courthouse in disappointment.
"Michelle Carter exploited my son's weakness and used him as a pawn in her own little game. She has not shown any remorse," Conrad Roy Jr., Conrad's father, said.
First, Judge Lawrence Moniz issued Carter a two-and-a-half-year sentence, 15 months of which would be spent in prison.
Then, Moniz issued a stay while Carter's appeals, allowing her to walk free, for now.
Explaining the move, Moniz said if an appellate court rules in a different way on her involuntary manslaughter conviction, it would be impossible to take back any prison time served in the meantime.
Defense Attorney Peter Elikan said the appeals process could take years to complete given the complicated case of Carter encouraging Roy to kill himself.
"Normally just mere words do not get you convicted," he said. "This could go all the way to the Supreme Court and it's going to decide whether she committed a crime or not."
Carter received a nod of support from Knox Friday morning. Knox, herself, was found guilty and then was acquitted of murder in Italy, writing:
Just because it's hard to feel sympathy and understanding, that doesn't mean it isn't the right – and just – thing to do. Conrad Roy III needed our sympathy and our help and didn't get it in time. Michelle Carter deserves the same sympathy and help now."
Moniz added another condition to Carter's sentencing. The 20-year-old is not allowed to ever profit from her involvement in Roy's suicide, meaning she can not sell her story for a book, movie or TV show.
Carter's attorney said that would be addressed in the appeal as well.


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Forever 21 Is Being Sued (AGAIN) By Two Iconic Fashion Brands For The Same Reason
By Katie Louise-Smith
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Forever 21, what are you like?
Uhoh, it's bad news AGAIN for Forever 21 who have just caught two lawsuits from sportswear giant Adidas and Gucci for a very sneaky reason. If it's not for using copyrighted pictures of iconic musicians, it's for the unauthorised continued use of two recognisable trademarked stripe designs. Honestly, what are they like?
According to WWD, Adidas have had to file another complaint over Forever 21's continued use of the iconic three stripe design on "a range of apparel, athletic wear, and shoes that is 'confusingly similar' to [its] well-known and long-trademarked three-stripe design."
They also accused Forever 21 of selling inauthentic merchandise on their website, claiming that it's "likely to cause consumer confusion and deceive the public regarding their source, sponsorship, or affiliation."
It's not the first time Forever 21 has been sued by Adidas either, in fact, they've got a history of stripe-themed beef. Earlier this year, Forever 21 countersued the brand after it accused them of stealing the trademarked stripes AGAIN complaining that they were taking things too far with their claims. The case was dropped a few weeks later.
In other stripy news, WWD also reported that Forever 21 caught a lawsuit from Gucci for the same reason. Gucci have reportedly taken issue with certain items on the Forever 21 website that use green-red-green stripes, a signature feature of the Gucci brand.
Forever 21 pushed back on that claim too, pointing out that many other third party brands also stock items of clothing with the iconic stripes. (To be fair, they DO have a point on that one...)
So by the sounds of things, if you're feeling the Adidas or Gucci stripe vibes this summer but you're working on a budget, you're probs not gonna find ANYTHING in Forever 21. #StripesAreOverParty
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Q: Record navigator from jsf datatable I require some advice on a query regarding record navigation.
I have a datatable that is displayed with the results of an Hibernate query. The datatable looks something like this:
<h:dataTable value="#{myBean.dataList}" var="dataItem">
<h:column>
    <f:facet name="header">
        <h:outputText value="ID" />
    </f:facet>
    <h:outputText value="#{dataItem.id}" />
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The user then selects a row and it displays a form with the details on a JSF form.
What I would like to do is allow the user to go to the next row in the results table from the JSF form without going 'back' to the results table.
Is this possible?

A: You can do a ajax call on click of Next button present on the form. When the user presses Next, on default event "action", you can write code in a managed bean method which will be called through the listener property of f:ajax. in this method call, you can set the values of different fields on the form depending on the Id of the next record. These values may be used by different components on your form.
<h:commandButton value="Next">

    <f:ajax event="action" execute="@this" render="@form" listener="#{myBean.populateNextRecord}"/>

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Great River Ridge State Trail
Bridge along the Great River Ridge State Trail
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This trail currently traverses 13 miles of agricultural and river valley landscape in southeastern Minnesota between the cities of Eyota and Plainview. The trail is near Whitewater and Carley state parks with the ultimate vision to one day connect to these parks as well as a network of trails in the region.
Built on a former railroad corridor, this paved trail offers easy bicycling through this scenic region of the state. A portion of the trail offers a parallel tread for horseback riding and snowmobiles.
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ACRES: 18.2
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VALUE: $106,423 (at time of purchase)
For years, local and state trail champions have been working to extend the Great River Ridge State Trail to its final destination in Eyota. On Sept. 11, we made an important step toward that goal by purchasing the final mile-and-a-half of abandoned railroad corridor that runs from County Highway 9 to US Highway 14.
This purchase is the culmination of a four-year effort initiated by the Wabasha County Regional Rail Authority's Management Committee in partnership with Parks & Trails Council. Committee chair Will Harrington says they pursued this purchase because, once developed, "it completes the logical stretch by giving the trail a destination on both ends."
P&TC plans to hold the land in trust for future development. This allows the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MnDNR) the necessary time to secure funding and finalize the plans for the state trail. "We ensure opportunities like this don't slip away simply because the public agency is not in a position to act before the landowner sells the land," explained Brett Feldman, P&TC executive director. "Timing and persistence are critical in these projects and we're excited to see it pay off here," Feldman said.
The next steps will be to coordinate the route for crossing US Highway 14. Several options have been discussed and one of the primary concerns expressed by MnDNR is to ensure a safe crossing.
Meanwhile, plans are underway for Eyota to be the connection point between this trail and the planned Chester Woods State Trail. Jeff St. Mane, a local trail advocate says he expects the MnDNR to complete the nearby segment from Rochester to Chester Woods Regional Park by 2020. Then the next phase would be from Chester Woods to Eyota.
Eventually, a master trail plan envisions a 50-mile multi-use trail system that will connect eight cities, two state parks and a regional park using five trails. "This is very exciting step in the long-term vision," Feldman said.
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Wednesday Media Transcript: WR Odell Beckham Jr.
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Q: How do you feel?
A: I feel better. It�s a new day. So just taking it day to day.
Q: Where are you in terms of being medically cleared?
A: Yeah. I don�t know. Whenever they clear it, then we�ll be cleared. So, it�s just kind of � it�s really a day to day thing. I feel better than I did yesterday. I feel better than I did the day before yesterday. So, it�s progress.
Q: Did you do the most today at practice that you�ve done?
A: Today was a good day. I don�t know about the most I�ve done, but today was a good day.
Q: Have you done any running, sprinting or cutting?
A: Yeah. Here and there. I�ve done some running and cutting.
Q: Is there anything in your mind that stands out as the most important thing you need to do and prove to yourself?
A: I don�t know. It�s just something you feel. Something you feel and when they clear you, they�ll clear you to play. I mean, it sucks, but it�s just a day to day thing. You try and get better each and every day. I�ve been rehabbing an endless amount of hours and treatment, etc. So, just trying to get it right.
Q: How much do you anticipate in the next couple days based on the progress you�ve made and do you see yourself playing on Sunday?
A: I wouldn�t count it out. My heart � it�s just not going to make this easy. I can say that it�s a day to day thing � really trying to get better. It�s been two weeks. I�m itching. I�m itching, but just patience and trusting.
Q: Is recovery taking longer than you thought?
A: I knew what it was when it happened. It�s just a matter of how fast you can get back. I think we�re on a tremendous path 16 days out. So, like I said, it�s really � it�s getting there day to day and we�ll see when the time comes around.
Q: How much worse did the injury feel the day after it happened?
A: You still have the adrenaline and everything that was flowing through you. There�s a whirlwind of stuff going on. So, the day of, it wasn�t as bad. The day after, you wake up and it�s pretty sore. The day after that, it�s pretty sore, and then it takes its time and your body does what it does, heal, etc.
Q: How much do you regret going back to the sideline after jogging off the field?
A: No. It wouldn�t have done anything either way. The injury had already happened. It�s not like jogging, you know, testing it on the sideline is going to make it worse. It already happened, so that�s how I get my body right. The only way to feel something for me is to feel it. Unfortunately, so I try to feel it out while I�m out there.
Q: Were you angry with the hit that caused your injury?
A: I guess it�s part of the game. In my opinion, they made rules about safeties hitting high and it being a problem and I know I probably shouldn�t say this, but I will. I�d rather a safety hit me up high 21 times out of one time. I don�t even know the ratio. I�d rather him hit me up there every single time than go low. But, it�s part of the game. It�s part of the game that you risk getting fined, you risk a suspension. There�s all kinds of things that a safety has going through their head in the moment. So, I can�t really fault what happened. It just happened. It is what it is. It�s life. Take it on the chin. You keep moving.
Q: Obviously, you want to be on the field for the opening game on primetime.
A: All that. I had probably one of the longest offseasons ever in my life and I feel like this camp, this season coming up, there was no better season that I would have. So, it�s just unfortunate, but it really was just a little setback for me to come back. Whatever. However you want to look at it, I just know I�m in a good place and trying to get there day to day just being patient.
Q: How are you balancing your anxiousness to play with rehabbing correctly?
A: Itching. I�m itching. It�s just what you love to do and, you know, nobody ever wants that taken away from them, especially with the amount of work we�ve been putting in. The chemistry and everything. We were just rolling. We were in a good place. That�s life, though. Life happens. You get set back. It�s really how you come back from that, how you handle adversity. This is nothing that I won�t overcome.
Q: Do you think you�ll wear a brace or tape if you play Sunday?
A: If I have to wear a brace or tape it, then I�m probably not going to play. Pretty natural. I haven�t taped since high school. I don�t remember. I just stopped taping ankles. I just kind of go with the natural feel of it. So, if it feels right, there�s no way I�m not going to play. If it feels right and they clear it, we�re working it.
Q: Will Ezekiel Elliott being in the lineup affect your team and has it affected the locker room this week?
A: I mean, I don�t know who was surprised in here. I knew he was playing Week 1. There�s no questions about it. It was going to always be the same game plan and right now I think the mentality is what coach said. �Every back is the same when they have nowhere to run.� This is a tough defense he�s going against. He�s one of the best in the league. This is one of the best defenses in the league. So, it�ll be a good matchup. Hopefully, he gets everything figured out.
Q: How do you feel about the offensive matchup with the Cowboys?
A: I�m itching to get out there. Let me just say that. We have a very good matchup. We have a very good game plan. It�s going to be a very good game. I know on this side � I don�t know what�s going on over there � but I know the Giants are coming with it. Set the tone for the season and really start things off the way we want and get us on the right path. So, I know for sure we�re coming with it and we look to take advantage of the mismatches and the opportunities they do have in their defense.
Q: Talk about Sunday�s game.
A: I think we can set the tone and really establish a tone. It was like, we won last year. No, now you need to � this is how you�re coming all year. Make it an emphasis and that�s just really where my mind is at. I know everybody else is there. I know everybody is beyond excited to play. Felt like it was a quick little preseason. Three games in 10 days, 11 days, something like that. Everybody is just ready for some real action. I know everybody is ready.
Q: What are you expecting from the offense this season?
A: Just keep it one day at a time. We�re trying to get 1% better. I never hold my tongue. I�m expecting big things.
Q: What do you lose if you�re not able to practice the rest of this week?
A: Reps. That�s about it. We�ve been doing this. I�ve been throwing with Eli (Manning) since I was a sophomore in high school. It�s been two weeks. Nothing is really going to change. Yeah, I wish I could be practicing. I wish we could have routes and this and that, etc. But, it is what it is at this point. You just have to kind of keep going with it. Whenever they clear you, you can go.
Q: What is your injury?
A: Some kind of ankle sprain. Somewhere in that area around the ankle. Somewhere.
Q: Is it in the upper part of the ankle maybe?
A: Upper, lower, middle, left, right. Southeast.
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Eric from BBI : Admin : 9/6/2017 4:58 pm : link
his comment about not playing if he has to tape his ankle seems odd.
RE: on the surface
mrvax : 9/6/2017 5:05 pm : link
In comment 13586537 Eric from BBI said:
He's probably not comfortable with it taped.
arcarsenal : 9/6/2017 5:09 pm : link
He'll be out there.
BillT : 9/6/2017 5:27 pm : link
"I haven�t taped since high school." Would seem to explain it somewhat.
mrvax/BillT
I understand that.
I guess I just grew up in era of Giants football under Bill Parcells where players who could run and catch did everything they needed to do to get on the football field, including taping a bum ankle.
nygiants16 : 9/6/2017 5:29 pm : link
some players cant play with braces on, they just dont feel comfortable...
me personally i couldnt play without being taped
Why would you play him
at 3/4 or 1/2 speed with an injury, that they have obviously been playing down. Work around him, with the other WRs and get him healthy. IIs a long season. IMO.
Anyone else wondering if this is at all tied to contract negotiations?
Milton : 9/6/2017 5:53 pm : link
There's a level of secrecy going on here that isn't typical.
"You're giving me all these answers but you ain't giving me the right answer" - ( New Window )
RE: Anyone else wondering if this is at all tied to contract negotiations?
Keith : 9/6/2017 6:07 pm : link
In comment 13586591 Milton said:
There's a level of secrecy going on here that isn't typical. "You're giving me all these answers but you ain't giving me the right answer" - ( New Window )
Stupid thought alert, stupid thought alert.
Based on these comments, I don't think he willl
32_Razor : 9/6/2017 6:18 pm : link
Play Sunday.
None of this is surprising
hitdog42 : 9/6/2017 6:35 pm : link
He got hurt and there has been a good chance he won't play for weeks
Hopefully he does
RE: mrvax/BillT
Dan in the Springs : 9/6/2017 6:39 pm : link
I would agree except that it's the first game of the season. If it were a playoff scenario, or if the division was at stake, he should tape it and get in the game. But if it isn't healed I don't want him to risk making it worse on opening night of the season. Rather he wait until he knows it's healed.
Smokescreen.
Mr. Bungle : 9/6/2017 6:59 pm : link
Beckham doesn't need the reps, and keeping the Cowboys guessing in their game prep is a good thing.
I'm with arc. #13 is lined up wide on Sunday night.
ChicagoMarty : 9/6/2017 7:26 pm : link
That certainly crossed my mind.
But the reality is that Beckett loves the limelight
He will make a dramatic appearance imo
Whether he will be effective is another question
RE: Milton
adamg : 9/6/2017 7:28 pm : link
In comment 13586652 ChicagoMarty said:
Comment of the year. Should be framed and placed in the Giants' Metlife locker room...
I hope he comes out to the NWO music
UConn4523 : 9/6/2017 7:36 pm : link
for his dramatic entrance
I just can't see him missing the season opener
SFGFNCGiantsFan : 9/6/2017 7:44 pm : link
vs. a divisional rival on national TV.
In reference to the tape thing
Bluesbreaker : 9/6/2017 7:48 pm : link
To me it's the type of injury that if it doesn't heal to a certain degree then he is not going to risk playing .
Tape it up aggravate it and limp through the season ?
I wouldn't especially the 1st game and yeah the thought of a monster contract may play into it a bit.
He is the difference maker he can ruin a great defensive effort with one play but we have to be able to win this
game without him .
WillVAB : 9/6/2017 8:28 pm : link
Because there really isn't a difference between a taped up Phil McConkey or Stephen Baker and a fully healthy one. OBJ is in another world in terms of athleticism. It's like comparing a Toyota Camry to a Ferrari. The Camry could be beat to shit but is fine as long as you change the oil. Doesn't take much to throw off the performance of the Ferrari.
To paraphrase Florio
santacruzom : 9/6/2017 8:44 pm : link
His football life just flashed before his eyes. Without a new contract, maybe he really would hesitate to play if he feels there's a chance he could cause further aggravation.
Not far-fetched.
He is going to play
Mark from Jersey : 9/6/2017 8:46 pm : link
and if he doesn't I'd be shocked and disappointed. Its an important game against a division rival on Sunday Night...unless the doctors hold him back I cannot seeing Mr. Limelight not playing.
Like the strategy
of his answers. keep them guessing and preparing for him one way or the other. We all know how important to our offense OBJ is when healthy. Let Dallas deal with how healthy and effective he will be. Think he dresses and plays in spots, myself.


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Kristine Budill has taught at School of the Holy Child in Rye, New York, for six years, where she is the Director of the Architecture, Engineering, and Design for the Common Good Program. She will also serve as Director of the new Leadership Institute in Finance launching next year. When she's not in the Design Studio on campus, Kristine enjoys volunteering in her community, participating in book clubs, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Given my early interest in playing school and excitement when helping my mother design her high school classroom bulletin boards, it's not surprising that I ultimately became a teacher. It just took me awhile to get here. I always loved math and science and knew I wanted to pursue a STEM degree in college. I earned degrees in electrical engineering and management science and worked in a variety of technical and managerial roles at large industrial corporations including General Electric and ITT. I then spent over 10 years at a private equity fund that invested in medical businesses I worked in and I was eager to mentor young women in the hopes of increasing their numbers in STEM fields. Becoming a high school teacher seemed like a great way to share my love of learning and encourage more young women to pursue technical and business degrees.
I am inspired by Holy Child's mission to "develop young women of conscience and action." This shared purpose has created a community dedicated to learning with an emphasis on how this knowledge can be used to improve the world around us. I value the School's commitment to enhancing classroom instruction with trips to museums, universities, and companies, where students can see the application of what they are learning. I am grateful for the collegial spirit among faculty and staff and the enthusiasm of our students in the classroom, on the athletic fields, and on the stage.
There are so many places on the Holy Child campus that promote active learning, but my favorite space is the Design Studio. The access to a variety of prototyping equipment inspires creativity and the ability to work outside on the deck in warm weather promotes the idea that learning can take place anywhere. I love the fact that there is rarely one correct answer to the problems students explore in the Design Studio and enjoy seeing them collaborate to develop unique solutions, learn to take risks, embrace failure, and learn from it.
School traditions are one of the aspects that make the Holy Child experience so special and there are many, but my favorite is Homecoming. I love the way it brings students, faculty and staff, and families together in celebration of Holy Child, but also provides some great opportunities for class bonding. The celebration promotes the School's diversity and is designed so that all members of the community can participate in some way. It's a great way to kick off the school year!
I feel so fortunate to have found a home at Holy Child. I tell my students that when I learned at New Faculty Orientation that I shared the same birthday as Cornelia Connelly, it was the first sign that Holy Child was where I was meant to be. There have been many confirming moments since, and I look forward to many more years at Holy Child.


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She may look and act like a grumpy grandma from Grand Rapids, but according to the always entertaining doyenne of celebrity gossip Cindy Adams, judgmental judge Judy Sheindlin lives like a damn queen.
And we don't mean the sort of queen who sews plastic beads on a thrift store gown for the big gay pride parade, we mean the sort of queen whose brand spanking new 24,000 square foot mega manse in ritzy Greenwich, CT includes 8 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms with gold plated fixtures, 10 hand carved fireplaces, 26 foot ceilings, a guard house, gate house, guest house and a pool house. There is also a home thee-ay-ter for 50, a wine cellar, a conservatory, a massage room, play room, game room, a state of the art home gym and an obscenely large 3,150 square foot master bedroom that features an adjacent "snoring room," an unusual feature Your Mama feels certain the Dr. Cooter wishes he had too.
All of that is impressive and jaw dropping to be sure, but somebody bring Your Mama the smelling salts because according to the decorator, the main house uses 500 light bulbs. No puppies, Your Mama did not mistakenly add a zero. It's five hundred. Your Mama hasn't used 500 damn light bulbs in our lifetime and this ladee put 500 in a single house? Well, at least we know she won't have any trouble paying for all that wattage because according to Forbes, the heavily syndicated judge rakes in more than $30,000,000 per year. (Miz Adams says it's an even more impressive $42,000,000, "give or take a few bucks.")
The new Sheindlin feifdom in the Greenwich back country is hardly the only piece of luxury real estate Judge Judy and her huzband Judge Jerry own. Prop records show the bench warmers purchased a Naples, FL condo in July of 2005 for $6,900,000 and they reportedly own a pied a terre in New York City as well as a good sized yacht dubbed Her Honor, natch. The granny gazillionaire, who films her tawdry television show in Los Angeles, reportedly commutes to work by private jet.
I think I read her condo in FL was over 10,000 sq. feet.
I just counted up the number of light bulbs in my house. It is 29, including two in the fridge.
$40 Million?!?!
I think in my new apt. we have 23 light bulbs including the recessed ceiling. My apt. last year had 6 total.
pch said...
I doubt the interior designer is going to be pleased about the asides (and the "sighed" characterization) that Miss Adams chose to use as quotes. He comes off like a condescending chump, when he probably spent most of the interview praising Scheindlin and the project...
"Tawdry" is right. Also obnoxious, offensive, insulting, overbearing, nasty, hateful and almost anything else you could throw at her. I watched a few shows and stopped. I don't enjoy seeing a bitch bully people mercilessly for profit.
When exactly did the American Dream become "Conspicuous Consumption"? I have no idea who this is, but find it sad that for so many it seems to be about getting rich so we can expand our carbon footprint.
toad in a castle
What does an old couple like Sheindlin and her hubby need such a gargantuan place for? Ridiculous, though I guess to each their own, if she can afford it more power to her. Hell, maybe she's trying to be smart and thinks she's picking up a palace at a discount while the market sucks and plans on flipping the place to some hot-shot Wall Streeter once things turn around again (of course, the nay sayers will now come out and say "things are never going to turn around, the sky is falling..." LOL ;-)
I'll have to go count my bulbs (LOL)...I probably have more than I want to admit, because I have a lot of recessed lighting...don't even want to think about how many bulbs there are at my winter home in Savannah, I think there's at least 18 in the great room alone...yikes! Something you never think about 'til someone like Mama comes along and points it out...;-)
I love Judge Judy. She can have as many damn lightbulbs as she damn well wants. Her family is huge, so I'm not surprised that she went for a mega estate. She works hard for her money, she's an original, so she treats herself right! Rock on Judge Judy!
Rhea said...
Nobody deserves to make that much money. I just hope she is charitable with some of it.
ms_wonderland said...
Her bedroom is 4 times the size of my whole house. That must be why i only have 17 lightbulbs.
Sebastian said...
is there images of the house anywhere?
Did Judge Judy raze the house she and her husband already own at 45 Farwell Ln in Greenwich to build this larger one. I was surprised yo momma didn't mention this home they already own thru their QSS LLC in Greenwich that has 6 beds, 6 baths and is 7,249 sq ft.
Radar Online says: "Judge Judy and her husband (for the second time!) Jerry Sheindlin (formerly of The People's Court) spent $40 million from February to May, razing and rebuilding their Greenwich, Connecticut, home."
http://www.radaronline.com/exclusives/2008/06/judge-judys-greenwich-folly.php
She may be a bitch in the courtroom but I watched her get interviewed on Ellen & she seemed really lovely .. As for her earning $40M annually - big deal, many celebrities earn way more than that & once you step over into the business world $40M isn't very much so how people can bash her for earning that amount of money is beyond me.
i see "gold plated" & i think sadam hussein or donald trump.
...47.
She deserves everything she gets for the show; bless her, but she really is a bully. And her face looks like my wallet.
not sure if this is the remodeled version or not.
nice lot tho.
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No, Caveman. That is the home that got razed. That home is 7,249 feet. The new one is 24,000.
yup, teardown would be my first thought with that property, jk.
the rebuild is 3x bigger, gotta love it.
I really regret to see bullying, nastiness, ridicule and psychological abuse rewarded with big dough, and it says something about the state of US society that people approve. Needless to say, I could be sweet and nice when playing myself if I made 30 million+ a year, but I would not like myself if I did it by being nasty and abusive to other people.
I LOVE Judy. She is fierce, you go girl. I saw her in Little Italy once, coming out of a stretch limo in 2001. Who even goes in them any more besides prom people?
http://www.ebaumsworld.com/soundboards/play/1835/
YOU MUST!!!
lil' gay boy said...
Hey, if the American public is willing to give her the credence to make that kind of money, more power to her; after all, this is the land where one can constantly re-invent oneself.
Having said that, it is also true that money never buys class.
If you really think about it 500 lightbulbs isn't that much especially when you are talking about a 24,000 sq ft house.
My house is about 3500 sq ft and after just taking the a minute to think it out.. between recessed lighting, under cabinet lights, accent lights in niches & nooks, laps for decoration, wall sconces, etc etc. I have about 120 light bulbs throughout the house.
The way new homes are designed typically encorperates lots of lights to set different moods. It's not like we turn every light on at the same time.
And that number shoots up dramatically if I included exterior lights like soffet lighting, the lighted trees / landscaping, pool lights, etc.
While I personally find it ridiculous and excessive, Judge Judy is free to do whatever she wants. I don't even begrudge her the salary, as she earns it.
That said, I wish she'd done something different. She's always trying to teach the litigants in her courtroom a lesson; it would have been interesting to see her purchase a smaller home with more environmentally-friendly features and use that as a soapbox for doing good in the world.
But whatever. She has a lot of money and she's spending it. I'll bet there are some very happy contractors in Greenwich right now.
anyone else find it weird that her neighbors driveways connect beyond their respective gates??
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so_chic_darling said...
She may have a big crazy house that I would love to see photos of but as far as I can tell she didn't steal any of her money from anyone so she's free to blow it on gold plated faucets and whatever she wants right?
All thoughts of Judy herself and her money aside, I have to agree with Cindy Adams on this.
But . . . still . . . why?
24,000 square feet of living space is a monument to the ego, but I wouldn't want to live in one myself.
She does earn it, at least she's straightforward, honest and rips apart the white/black/mexican trash that deserve it--and most celebs do not earn 40 mil--even the 20mil per movie hitters--they don't really do two per year. She is the ELETE.
Just remember, she has to live it up--over 60 a few good years, face lifts, and eye jobs left. However, she will still die at 80-100. I hope she reads the Bible some before she passes, she can't take the mansion with her--Live it up Judy, comfort yourself, and I won't believe the tabs that say you hate your husband--that would be tragic.
Still playing nice, mama's black sheep in WEHO
oops 70 and counting....... it's a good thing I'm using the "new bulbs" in most.
She regularly stays at a BH Hotel where I work when she's in town to film.
She's a very um.... demanding guest.
She and Martha Stewart are BFF's and Martha went on a cruise on their yacht last year. I saw the pics. That tub is HUGE.
27 light bulbs in our entire house, and not one of them incandescent. Who knew?
"She does earn it, at least she's straightforward, honest and rips apart the white/black/mexican trash that deserve it--..."
Boy, I'd want to remain anonymous too if I posted a remark like that (inserting "white" in the mix doesn't excuse it at all).
Why is everyone hating on the size of this house? With this crappy, economy, especially in the area of building and design, Judy is giving a $40M boost. Not to mention the extra taxes she now has to pay on the manse.
But I read somehwere that Greenwich home prices are priced extremely higher than somewhat surrounding areas like Westchester and NJ, because their taxes are much much lower because all the commerce in Greenwich. Like, a $40 M house in Greenwich would be $25M in Bedford, cause the taxes would be double or triple.
6:31, my take is that Judge Judy owned this property previously, had the original house she lived in there demolished, and spent $40 million in the last 2 years on new construction which included building a new home and developing her property. The logical conclusion I draw from this is that the tax rate anywhere in the outlying area surrounding NYC would have relatively little effect those new construction costs.
I'm at 91 bulbs without counting any low voltage landscape lighting. But I'm with the person who said they don't turn them all on at the same time. We have dimmers everywhere and rooms with lamps and recessed but one one or the other is on at any given time. I'd say only on the average evening, less than 20 get used.
As for Judge Judy the show, it wouldn't pay her that kind of money if people weren't tuning in. The people that go on the show know what they are getting into. And it has spawned how many imitations? Those shows are like the Jerry Springer show. The "losers" who appear on them make you feel better about your own lot in life (well, most of us. those shows might hit too close to home for some people, lol).
I too have see Judy appear at a charitable function "out of character" and she was very nice. "Judy Judy" is an act for entertainment value. Now those people who go on the show....some of that seems real.
i can't count all the bulbs in the pinball machine can I? megagazillions! those new light bulbs are funding the Chinese army and are HAZZARDOUS!
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Tv59PJ30WeM
Someday a real rain will come and wash all the scum off the streets-- the hookers, the junkies... and the irritating old bags posing as arbiters of justice
Why are u all so concerned how many bulbs she has? Sounds like some of u have some blown out bulbs. Don't hate on the rich, just try & join them. I say watch her show, she will keep your attitude going. I try not to miss her show & u know what u r facing before u go face 2 face w/her........go JJ...u roc!!!
She may be over the top at times, but she sure has a way of putting people in their place. She has obviously worked hard for her money and can do whatever she wants with it. However, I agree with an earlier comment and hope her money does not cloud her judgement on what really matters. She will be accountable to a higher power one day, just like the rest of us.
Good or her! She works hard&has a big family , & millions of dollars. Whats she guna do , leave it in her wallet? I would have done the same thing. GO JUDY!
Good person at heart,
became tough because life schooled her, she deserves respect and has earned her position financially, may we all do the same.
I think Judge Judy is great. She says things that we all wish we had the nerve to say, the truth. Those people who complain are jealous because they don't have her kind of money. Though I must admit that many light bulbs is ridiculous ( I hope they're at least energy savers.)
Yah rock on i love judge judy shes a wonderful person
I RESPECT HER FOR THE CONTROLL SHE HAS OVER HER COURTROOM BUT, I THINK IT IS DISGUSTING HOW SHE CALLS PEOPLE STUPIED AND ALSO MAKES FUN OF THEIR LOOKS AND ALSO THE WAY SHE KEEPS TELLING PEOPLE HOW SMART SHE IS, IS SHE TRYING TO CONVINCE HERSELF???????


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Built into the SQL Server Integration Services catalog is the ability to run a validation without actually executing the package. Running a package validation in the SSIS catalog performs a high-level check against the underlying metadata to check for common points of failure (especially those related to data flows). SSIS package validation is not designed to capture every metadata issue, but it can help identify some issues to avoid runtime surprises.
In this brief post, I'll demonstrate how to validate a package stored in the SSIS catalog, and how the results of that validation can be used.
SSIS package validation has been around for a while; in fact, even in versions prior to the SSIS catalog, the dtexec.exe utility could be used to perform validation. In the SSIS catalog, it's made even better in that it can be automated as part of a T-SQL script, and the result of the validation can be queried from the SSIS catalog logging tables.
To validate a package stored in the SSIS catalog, right-click on the package and choose Validate… as shown below.
This action brings up the Validate Package dialog box, which you may notice looks almost identical to the Execute Package dialog.
Just like the Execute Package dialog, kicking off the validation prompts the user to visit the logging report from that operation.
Again, the output report looks very similar to that of a package execution, although there is typically less output in this report since no actual execution took place. The report shows the status of the validation along with any output messages.
Like many other operations in the SSIS catalog, the validation can be invoked using T-SQL as well as through the GUI. Personally, I prefer the T-SQL approach anyway; although you have to be careful about syntax, using script is much easier to automate and test than the GUI operations (and clicking the Script button in the UI above will create the script for you anyway). To kick off the validation of a package using T-SQL, you'll use the [catalog].[validate_package] stored procedure as shown below.
You may notice that the syntax is similar to that used when executing a package via T-SQL. However, in a validation, no parameters are passed, and unfortunately there is no way to force [catalog].[validate_package] to run synchronously.
The results of the validation can be retrieved using the view [catalog].[validations]. Status is reported in the status_id column using the same values used by package executions: 7 represents success, 4 indicates failure, etc. It is worth noting that there is also a stored procedure to perform a similar validation on an entire project ([catalog].[validate_project]), but in my opinion, validating an entire project has far less benefit than checking an individual package since packages – not projects – are invoked for ETL operations.
When the SSIS package validation is performed, it will check some of the package metadata. I want to reiterate that it doesn't check everything, nor does a successful validation guarantee a successful package execution. The scope of validation is concentrated mostly on data flow components, looking for unexpected changes in column metadata, missing tables, or invalid connections. A package validation will also check that a needed connection is present, though it will usually not indicate an error if that connection is offline. A package validation normally does not fail when a source file is missing or a directory path is invalid, either.
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Running an SSIS package validation on those assets stored in the SSIS catalog can help to identify some metadata errors before the package is actually executed. Although a validation is not a silver bullet, it can bring to the surface some common failures outside of the execution process.