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2024.05.12 23:47 matte_purple Uniform Ranker 2023: West Virginia Mountaineers

Howdy to the beautiful people of CFB! Welcome to my ranking of the 2023 uniforms for West Virginia Mountaineer Football! I thought I would rank WVU after their new uniforms were released a few weeks ago. I intend on ranking most of the Big XII teams and new PAC additions (Arizona and Utah) soon. In fact, I already covered Colorado, ASU, Oklahoma State and TCU if you want to scratch that uniform itch. If you are interested in my thoughts regarding the Big XII uniform season, check out my 2023 Season-in-Review Post or my recent 2023 Uniform Awards post, or recent 2023 rankings, which are all up top in my profile. If you want to go back further, check out these 2022 posts: 2022 Uniform Awards and Big XII Uniform Tracker 2022: Season-in-Review. (Sorry for the hyperlink inconvenience, but Reddit hates when I put links in the top paragraph, for whatever reason.) But for now, let’s check out what the Mountaineers donned in their much-improved 2023 Big 12 season, featuring some facts, stats, and history. Plus, we’ll maybe have a look at their new 2024 suits towards the end! As always, feel free to disagree with me or tell me if my rankings hit home. I’m interested in hearing what you think, or in seeing how y’all would rearrange the rankings!
Season Gallery Link: https://imgur.com/a/h4SHYPS
I’m u/matte_purple, and let's 3,2,1 go!

11. Yellow/Yellow/Yellow - Week 4 vs TTU (W, 20-13)
Link: https://imgur.com/gwCbBKT
The Gold Rush tradition in Morgantown started in 2007, and has had a pretty interesting history, including a College Gameday appearance, a 2012 heartbreaker against OU, a 2013 30-21 smash of No. 11 OSU, and several other wild finishes in WV. While I love the history and the crowd involvement, this 2019 jersey template is just too blank to properly allow gold uniforms to shine (I know I put “Yellow” in the combo, that's purely for convenience, I mean no disrespect at all). The new 2024 uniforms - which we’ll showcase at the end - do a much better job of providing a structure to the Gold Rush look, but these are, again, simply too much and too bold.
10. Yellow/Gray/Gray - Week 2 vs Duquesne (W, 56-17)
Link: https://imgur.com/pE4X5Er
Ah, the gray. We’ll see another gray example later on, but I think the gray suits just work out better when mixed with blue. The yellow creates an odd balance, and makes the suit feel top heavy. Yellow pants may have helped the look, but I’m not sure I like that idea, either. I do like the complementary yellow font outline to the helmet, and hey, it was a brand-new look! That’s got to count for something.
9. Blue/Blue/Blue - Military Appreciation Week 10 vs BYU (W, 37-7)
Link: https://imgur.com/fkLoxWr
Nothing inherently wrong with this look, I think that, again, it falls victim to the monochrome pitfalls of this 2019 update, just like the yellow/gold. The Military Edition state outline is an awesome touch, and the blue really isn't that bad compared with an all gray or all yellow, it’s just not a top pick. This same uniform and decal combo was worn in 2022 against OU, so it must be a tradition thing. The choices start getting a lot harder from here on out.
8. Blue/White/Yellow - Week 1 at Penn State (L, 15-38)
Link: https://imgur.com/11U3r4t
For some reason, this is always a WVU fan favorite. For the life of me I can’t figure it out. Anyone who has tuned in to my tracker knows I don’t really like tri-color looks, and this is another instance where it just doesn’t work for me. Maybe I need some convincing, maybe I’m wrong, who knows? It just doesn’t work for me. On another note, how did WVU select the Mountaineer as a mascot? Well, it's built into the location. West Virginia is known as the Mountain State because it is the only state entirely within the Appalachian Mountain region, out of the 13 states that the Appalachian Mountains pass through. Thus, residents are known as Mountaineers. The word is even featured on the state seal/motto - Montani Semper Liberi (English: "Mountaineers are Always Free"), which has remained steadfast since the state’s founding in 1863. This same phrase is embroidered on the inside collar of the uniforms, new and old. As far as we’re aware, WVU sports programs went by “the Mountaineers” starting in 1890, and have continued ever since!
7. Blue/White/White - Week 7 at UH (L, 39-41)
Link: https://imgur.com/YMpguqt
This was an absolutely psycho game to watch, featuring UH’s wild tip drill antics wearing their black alternates. Here, WVU wore a mostly white uniform capped off by their blue “Cue Country Roads” helmet introduced in this year’s Backyard Brawl. And yes, this look is clean. The font differentiates the white nicely, the helmet is busy enough to compensate for some of the stark white, and the suit is - of course - helped by a night game against a team wearing black. I won’t blab anymore, they're nice. The white is just a little bit too simplistic here. Pant stripes will definitely help in the new suits.
6. Blue/Gray/Blue - Week 13 at Baylor (W, 34-31)
Link: https://imgur.com/e3tfaj6
One of the more eclectic away combos I’ve ever seen, this look makes me sad that the gray has been officially put out of commission. It’s actually the first time WVU wore gray on the road and only the sixth gray game usage since 2019. It definitely works better as a road combo against the dark green of Baylor. The blue looks great sandwiching the gray suit, but the yellow outline feels a little out of place in this uniform as opposed to the white or blue majority uniforms. Lots of upside, but just enough complaints to keep it at the 6 spot.
5. White/White/White - Week 11 at OU (L, 20-59)
Link: https://imgur.com/c1pLWOM
I can’t get over these beautiful helmets. West Virginia’s helmet is a work of art. Using the decal popularized by the “Cue Country Roads” uniforms from the past two years on an otherwise clean white shell was a stroke of genius. The more detailed logo draws the eye compared to the stark white jersey and pants, while the large blue numbers help in breaking up the field. Still, this look may have looked a little bit better with some blue pants, or at least more blue accessories like shoes, belts, and gloves. The blue facemask is a start, but yeah, I like this look a lot. Still, the helmet puts these way up on my list.
4. Blue/White/Blue - Week 9 at UCF (W, 41-28)
Link: https://imgur.com/LbwU4O0
While I like the blue/gray sandwich in #6, this is definitely a more improved version. The overall flow of the uniform feels better here. No outline on the numbers helps keep things clean and matches the top and bottom nicely. How did WVU originally pick their colors? Simple. They’re featured in the state seal. These colors were adopted by the school in 1890, inspired by the West Virginia state seal, featuring a boulder that has been inscribed with the state’s founding - June 20, 1863. In front of the boulder lies two crossed rifles and a Grecian liberty cap as a symbol of the state's fight for liberty. The two men on either side of the boulder represent agriculture and industry. It’s as simple as that! This program really does represent state pride like no other. We're almost to the top spots!
3. Blue/Blue/Yellow - Week 8 vs OSU (L, 48-34) and Week 12 vs UC (W, 42-21)
Link: https://imgur.com/lU29RgY
Ah. The podium is here. These next three picks were all highly debated and could very well go either way. This look is obviously the most traditional of the wardrobe, and has been worn three times since I started tracking publicly in 2022. And of course, it’s one of the most recognizable combos for the Mountaineers in general. For me, I am especially reminded of Tavon Austin, Stedman Bailey, and Geno Smith lighting up the scoreboard against Baylor with Terrence Williams in 2012. I was just beginning to enjoy and follow college football more often, and this game really sparked an interest in me, especially as 2012 was a good KSU year AND WVU’s Big 12 opener. The yellow pants provide a great contrast to the blue. And the flying WV logo is one of the few “letter logos” that I think works really well. You just can’t beat it despite the pitfalls of the 2019 template. The 2024 version will be a sight to behold and could very well cement itself in first place next year. Beautiful, classic, and a no-brainer pick for a medal.
2. White/White/Blue - Week 5 at TCU (W, 24-21)
Link: https://imgur.com/w8cFhTK
What sets this one apart from all the other away combos? Unlike a lot of the other WVU suits, this one almost completely removes yellow while still feeling balanced in color. The only yellow on these are splashed on the helmet and hip logo. The blue may originally seem to weigh the look down, but once you add the large blue logo on the helmet and balance it with the almost all white on the rest of the suit, you get a magnificent away look. It combines the benefit of a crisp white out with the “semi-symmetry” - if you will - from a X/Y/X sandwich look. Just beautiful, and the most “modern” feeling of the year’s combos.
1. Blue/Yellow/Blue - “Cue Country Roads 2“ Week 3 vs Pitt (W, 17-6) and Mayo Bowl vs UNC (W, 30-10)
Link: https://imgur.com/prhh2wU
And finally, first place! Last year, we saw the amazing and incredible away version of this uniform. This year’s home version featured a perfect gold usage which felt balanced yet bold. The symmetrical blues, liberal use of gold, sublimated WV road map, the consistent striping on the helmet and pants, “Mountaineers” wordmark on the chest all topped off by that immaculate gold WV state outline is oh so wonderful. I mean, how is it possible to kick this much ass? It’s everything wonderful about the away uniforms added to a more traditional color scheme that, wow. Honestly, the picture itself does a great job. Creative, symmetrical, and a color scheme everyone loves, this is a grand slam design.
Bonus: Let’s check out the Mountaineer’s brand-spanking-new 2024 collection!
Main Link: https://x.com/WVUSports/status/1784264694842171731
Alternate Link: https://x.com/WVUSports/status/1786177842595729804
The 2024 suits honor the past traditions of WVU uniforms while also improving on the initial 2019 update through the new Nike F.U.S.E template. They maintain the updated 2019 color scheme and font, feature the fairly new state-outline WVU logo from the 2022 and 2023 “Cue Country Roads” alternates (both on the collar and helmet options), and add on some striping, shoulder accents, and wordmarks. The Flying WV returned to the sleeves for the first time since 2012 with wide acclaim. Also a feature of the Don Nehlen era are the pants stripes dating back to the 60s-90s. The most controversial piece of the uniform are those USC reminiscent 2007-2012 shoulder accents. My overall thoughts? It's a great update. 2019 was far too plain. The color scheme helps, but here the colors get a wonderful structure to build upon. The WV sleeves, the wordmark, and pant stripes are amazing touches, but I think the shoulder accents just add a little too much clutter to an otherwise perfect front. Overall, the helmets are mostly unchanged, the jerseys are a slight improvement, and the pants are a massive step up. I’d give the update an 8/10! Additionally, the Mountaineers released an inspired “Coal Dust” alternate honoring the storied tradition of West Virginian coal mining. They use a unique and fascinating coal pattern pulled straight off an actual coal mine tour, incorporate a black and white state-outline logo on the helmet that is to die for, and use gray/white vertical stripes in a way that tastefully mimics high visibility vests worn by miners. The center stripe on the helmet is my favorite touch, featuring the coal pattern used on the uniform, but with a white to transparent gradient mimicking the light of a miner's headlamp. I mean, this is a blackout look done right. I am so excited to see these in action. Combined together, the main and alternate looks for WVU are all very exciting and definite improvements!
If you’ve got some time, send a nice email to the athletics department design team of Kristin Coldsnow, Matt Wells, Michael Fragale, Joe Swan and Steve Uryasz, who designed the brand new 2024 look. The team worked in conjunction with football equipment managers Dan Nehlen and Austin Blake, who also deserve some praise for the fantastic job they are doing. The EQ room is a tough place to work, and these fine folks kill it day in and day out.
Well, I think that does it! I hope you enjoyed my 2023 season WVU Football uniform rankings. What a surprising and exciting building season for the Mountaineers. I’ll be slowly releasing more rankings for each of the Big XII teams as the offseason goes along. Again, feel free to comment or message me with any suggestions or changes to the rankings! Do you think WVU’s new suits are an improvement? Did your favorite suit seem properly ranked? Let me and all of CFB know! Have yourself a great Sunday and I’ll see you soon!
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2024.04.27 00:11 isabelgibneyta My surgery experience through to 5 days post op (an essay!)

This is LONG! But I found this sort of thing very helpful to read when others posted so I want to give a bit back now. This is the first time I've ever been in hospital for any sort of procedure so I didn't know what to expect, and reading other people's experiences made me less fearful than I would have been.
The basics:
Caucasian 49f, 5' 8"/173cm tall, wearing a correctly fitting UK 34H bra before surgery. Aiming for a 34D (my preference) or DD (what my surgeon thinks is achievable). Surgeon advised that an FNG will be necessary because my natural breasts are a bit too long to safely move the nipples without detaching them first.
Private procedure, private hospital in New Zealand. I have no insurance coverage for this and am not eligible to have it on the public health system due to having no serious problems leading up to this. I don't even have back pain. All credit to my Panache Tango bras which have kept everything supported and contained for many years now.
Sunday 21 April:
8pm: Finished dinner. No more food now until after my surgery although water is allowed until 5am. I thought I'd be really nervous and unable to sleep, but actually I went to sleep no bother.
Other than not eating or drinking in the hours beforehand I had no pre-surgery instructions except to cease any sort of self-medication or taking supplements for two weeks in advance of surgery.
Monday 22 April (surgery day):
Pre surgery
4am: woke up for a pee, had a few sips of water, then went back to sleep
6am: alarm woke me up. Had a shower and changed into my going-to-hospital clothes. I was glad that I'd planned ahead and thrown a tea towel over the kettle so I didn't make myself a morning coffee on autopilot!
6:30am: my friend came to pick me up to go to the hospital. I had planned to walk myself there but he wouldn't hear of it and in the end it was nice to not be walking alone in the dark for 45 minutes.
6:45am: arrived at hospital, gave my friend one last squishy-boob hug, and went in. I was a bit apprehensive but not too bad. I used box breathing to keep my body calm.
7:00am: nurse escorted me upstairs to have my pre-op consultation. This involved going over my health (good), allergies (none), existing medications (none), and what to expect from the surgery process. There were no tests other than checking my height and weight, which confirmed that my pre-surgery stress eating has definitely had an impact! No pee tests, no blood tests. She asked could I be pregnant, I said definitely not, and that was the end of that line of questioning.
7:15am: nurse gave me a block of foam infused with antiseptic soap, and instructions to wash my torso and under my arms at the sink before changing into the hospital gown and dressing-gown and compression stockings that she provided. She had already left the room before I realised that I didn't know if I was meant to rinse off the soap, and the packet didn't give that level of instruction, so I just towel-dried myself and the soap turned the towel pink. Oops.
7:30am: anaesthetist came in to talk to me. Went over my health/allergies/medications again, and he also had me move my head and mouth in various ways to make sure there'd be no issue with getting a breathing tube in there or whatever else he might want to do. I told him I was very nervous about getting the IV needle inserted, so he offered to give me gas first and I gratefully accepted. He also gave me an anti-nausea patch to stick just below my right ear, and a couple of sedative tablets to settle my nerves. I have a history of my brain overriding sedative tablets, probably due to all the adrenaline in my system when I'm anticipating being jabbed with a needle, but I took them anyway because I was so thirsty that I wanted the little cup of water that arrived to wash down the tablets with.
7:40am: my surgeon came in with his indelible marker (an office supply bog-standard marker, which I found very amusing as it was so very ordinary and not like a special surgical tool) to mark me up. We confirmed what size I would like to be after surgery, a D cup or thereabouts, and he marked all the places where he would cut and sew me and drew a few other things on my skin to remind himself of what to do. He did this while I was standing up. He used a wire template for the new areola/nipple area on each breast so they will be the same size and shape after surgery. The nipples will be a lot higher than what nature provided for me!
7:45am: another nurse came in and helped me to settle into a trolley bed, and tucked me in under a nice smooth sheet and a lovely self-warming blanket so I was cosy and relaxed.
8:00am: the nurse wheeled me to theatre. At no point did I notice any effects of the sedative and I was sitting up on my elbows as we travelled so I could see where we were going. We arrived into a clean, modern-looking operating theatre with a feature wall and lots of people and machinery. I scooted over from my trolley onto the operating table and lay down. People fussed over machinery (as the anaesthetist said, it was like the sudden flurry of activity when an F1 car comes in to have tyres changed). Somebody put calf pumps on my lower legs to keep blood flow moving during and after surgery. The anaesthetist put a mask over my nose and mouth, and poked me in the corner of the eye as he did so which I didn't enjoy very much, but before I had time to protest he was instructing me to puff out all the air in my lungs and then breathe in enough to deflate all the air in the gas bag attached to the mask. I did so and felt very claustrophobic immediately because my brain and body could tell that it wasn't normal air I was breathing. It was heavy and smelled unpleasant and all my natural instincts were telling me to get away from the poison. Thankfully this didn't last long, because by the time I started drawing my second breath I could already tell that it was working. I don't remember finishing the second breath or anything after that.
Post surgery
10:20am: I woke up in a recovery ward and it took a moment to remember where I was or what I was doing there, as I'd been having pleasant dreams up to that point. I asked the nurse what time it was, which is how I knew the time. She said that everything had gone well and she gave me an ice block which went down very nicely. I was in no pain or discomfort but I was in and out of sleep - I actually woke myself up snoring at one point because of course I was on my back. My surgeon came in and said everything went perfectly and I didn't even need the FNG in the end. I asked how much weight he took off and he said 1.1kg from my right breast and 850g from my left, so almost 2kg or 4.4lb in total.
11am ish: at some point I was moved to my own private room but I don't remember this. I feel like I was awake at the time but I just can't remember any details now. I woke up again in bed with the calf pumps working away on my lower legs and a drain coming out of each side of my ribcage to drain fluid into bottles on the floor on each side of the bed.
My incisions were all taped up so nothing was visible. There was also a wide tape across my upper chest which gave lots of support. My nipples had no feeling in them but that is normal for my body, and they had blood supply and were reacting to changes of temperature or sensation so that's all looking really good.
11:30am: by now I was mostly awake and taking selfies with my phone. My "emergency contact" friend came to visit, as the hospital had phoned her to say I was out of surgery, so that was a nice surprise. I was probably not making a great deal of coherent sense yet but I remember talking to her and also flashing her because I wanted to show off my new boobies!
1:30pm: time for lunch, which turned out to be a selection of finger sandwiches, a bowl of fruit salad, and a glass of orange juice. Perfect!
A nurse helped me to the toilet, as I needed to have my calf pumps temporarily disconnected before I could get out of bed. Being upright and mobile was no problem, and I was glad that I'd practised so many squats before surgery because I could easily lower myself to put the drain collector jars on the floor and then pick them up again after I'd washed my hands.
The rest of Monday was me having hourly nurse checks for the first four hours, then four-hourly for the rest of my stay, and eating delicious food. Dinner was a sweetcorn and coconut chowder followed by beef brisket with mashed potato and salad, and a blueberry and lemon cobbler for dessert. I had an evening supper of cheese and crackers.
I received IV antibiotics through the peripheral IV port in my left wrist. This port was the only really uncomfortable part of my whole experience and definitely gave me more pain overall than anything else. I was given alternating codeine and paracetamol to keep my pain manageable, but there was almost no pain the majority of the time and I never rated it higher than 2 out of 10 apart from that IV port.
Another friend came to visit that evening, which was very welcome. I hadn't told many people that I was having this surgery so I wasn't expecting any visitors, but it was really nice to see familiar faces and to have them see that I was in great form!
Tuesday (1 day post op)
After being woken at midnight and again at 4am for checks, I gave up on getting much sleep (but also didn't feel very tired), so I pressed my call button at 5:30am and summoned sandwiches and a mug of tea. Breakfast proper, muesli and toast and yoghurt and a pot of coffee, arrived at 7am.
My drains had drained almost nothing in the past 24 hours, so it was no surprise when my surgeon visited and said that I was cleared to have them taken out and to go home. He said I'd have a blood test before leaving and I immediately got extremely anxious as there had been no mention of any blood tests before this point so I wasn't at all prepared. After some discussion he said that, as it was only a routine check that he does for all his patients and he had no particular concerns about me, we could skip that. He said that I might be a touch anaemic but I didn't lose much blood during surgery so it's probably not a big deal. I eat a lot of red meat anyway so I think that will sort itself out without any intervention.
By 9.30am I had the calf pumps off and was getting ready to be discharged. The nurse came to give me more intravenous medication of some sort, this time injected directly into the IV port rather than dripped in from a bag. First she flushed the port with saline, which was fine, then injected the medication, which was fine, then she followed up with another saline flush which was really painful. It felt like she was jabbing me with a needle. I loudly protested so she had another couple of attempts but with the same painful result each time. Then she brought in a different nurse who had a go, but I was almost crying with pain and eventually they stopped. I don't know what changed and they could not offer any explanation, but I assume the needle implanted in my wrist got moved somehow after the medication and before the second saline flush. Thank goodness they decided to just let it go as they'd got a couple of ml of saline in there already so the medication was probably all in me as it should be.
After this drama I was glad to lie and rest for a while. The nurse gave me some codeine before having my drains taken out; I had the choice of one drain at a time or both at once, so I chose both at once and a pair of nurses had them whipped out in no time. They taped up the drain sites and then I could have a shower, although it was really more of a flannel bath because the shower head was at waist height. That was fine and it was lovely to freshen up with my own Fenjal shower gel and put on some moisturiser.
Last step before being released was to have that IV port removed. I was so glad to see it go. After that, my friend came to collect me, we went by the pharmacy to pick up my prescriptions (codeine, laxative, and anti-inflammatory tablets) and off home. I felt alert, mobile, almost pain-free apart from some stinging in my incisions if I moved to quickly, and very much ready to go home.
This was the last day that I had any codeine. I just took paracetamol from then on. I did not experience any constipation.
Wednesday (2 days post op)
I took it very easy today. Friends came to visit in batches and I received them while lying on the sofa, and allowed them to bring me cups of tea and clean the kitchen for me. I was worn out by 6pm and went to bed early but was awake again by midnight. Then back to sleep from around 4am to 7am. I'm not in any pain but am taking paracetamol every 8 hours just to keep it that way.
Thursday (3 days post op)
I cautiously walked a couple of kilometres to the local supermarket and back, which turned out to be no problem so long as I walk gently and slowly. My underarms are very bruised from the small bit of side lipo that my surgeon does as standard, but I can easily reach up or out so long as I'm careful, and changing clothes is no problem. I don't need to wear button-front tops as I can pull a t-shirt over my head without any discomfort. I did not receive any instructions from my surgeon about how to sleep, how to move, what to avoid, or anything other than "wear a stretchy zip-front bra and do less than you think you can", so I'm listening to my body and letting it set the pace.
Saturday (5 days post op)
This is today! I am now 5 days post op and feeling great. I can easily move around the house and go out for walks, although I wouldn't want to do anything even close to strenuous just yet. Even the prospect of walking up a flight of stairs would make me think twice and then look for an elevator. Mentally I feel fine and could easily have resumed my remote WFH job by the end of the week, but it's nice to have some time to just enjoy my new body and let myself heal with no pressure.
I've been sleeping slightly raised up on a pile of pillows with a maternity pillow bolstering me on either side. This is mainly so I don't roll over on my side in my sleep. This happened twice last night so my body obviously wants to get back to normal, but it would be far too painful so I'll stick with the pillow nest for the time being.
My chest is starting to get itchy now so things are definitely healing. I'll be taking a daily antihistamine tablet from now until whenever that stops being so annoying!
EDIT
Thursday (10 days post op)
Today is day 10 post op for me, so I obediently trotted along to my surgeon's rooms to have my original dressings removed and replaced with Mefix tape. Everything is healing perfectly and there are no concerns either from me or from the surgeon. On the way home I stopped off to do some clothes shopping and was trying on tops and dresses that are three to four sizes down from what I was wearing a fortnight ago. It's amazing.
SECOND EDIT Three weeks post op At 3WPO I had another appointment to have the Mefix tapes checked and changed. The nurse is very pleased with how the incisions are healing and there are no openings. When these tapes come off I'll replace them myself with Micropore for scar management. I'm feeling great, have a full range of motion, and have just started cautiously sleeping on my side again, supported by pillows.
Thank you for coming to my TED talk, LOL. Feel free to ask any questions!
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2024.04.25 23:19 snake_eyes667 Corporate Life *eyeroll*

I just wanted to rant about my newish job that sometimes takes a toll on me and my brain.
Just to give you an idea, I'm a millennial, veteran who finished my degree a few years ago then started working in Higher Ed (staff, not a teacher). I really did like my job, loved my coworkers, and had a great boss. The work was ok, a pretty simple job, had to deal with angry students/parents at times, but no big deal. Pay was meh, but didn't keep up with rising costs. I wanted to do something more related to my major, something Accounting/Finance ish. I kept my eye out for job openings within the school, but nothing new came up. I hate to put it this way, but those kind of jobs are full of people who have been here for 15-20 years who didn't need a degree and plan to stay until retirement. (Can't say I don't blame them).
I (somehow) got chosen for a job I applied to, Corporate type job. I've been working here for about 5 months now. Pay is slightly better, hybrid work week and good benefits. The job itself isn't difficult, but my boss is so unpredictable and the culture/environment are dull. I love being downtown and trying new places to eat while I'm in the office, but it seems like no one else on my team takes a break. If they do take lunch it's a very short one to eat real quick or go grab something and eat at their desk. Some people leave early to pick up their kids and get on later in the day. My boss has been clear about being flexible with family and personal stuff as long as we get our work done, which is great.
Since I've been working here, my boss has made me cry (I was at home) about 4-5 times. I cry when I get extremely frustrated, it's just a release and will feel better after. When I first started, I had other team members train me and help me get access for certain databases and whatnot. Then we had 1 person leave, and I had to learn almost all of her tasks in like 2 days. We just had another person (rotational program) leave so now I've picked up more things. Again, not difficult but 1 task is more difficult because you depend on others to fill in information needed. Many things are done "the way they've always been done", so I can continue on with how we do things.
To be honest, it's not about the tasks, it's about the miscommunication and the "feedback" when I get them done and my boss reviews it. For example, I have put together a Powerpoint for whatever random leadership views it. I can reuse the same template from previous months but change the data with the new info. On one slide, we can add bullets of any updates, so I added a few based off of the notes I was given. After review, they ask if these are significant enough to be bullets. I said Idk, the title says Updates. Idk what leaderships defines significant as. After much ranting and me being somewhat of a smartass, I didn't post any updates. Boss always has to "challenge" me and makes me feel like an idiot because there's a lot I still don't know. I'm not a hold my hand person while doing a task, so I do what I think is best but always get shot down. I'm not allowed to say anything like "my best guess is..." or "I assume" or similar. It's either you know it or you don't. Also, feel free to ask questions. I also feel like even silly personal conversations are awkward. (Maybe, I'm just awkward? Idk)
I don't know what to do, I applied for a new job today that matches my interests. I don't dislike the company, but everyone just looks like drones on my floor with their 2 giant screens and free breakroom coffee. Sometimes I just want to be like, Fuck it, I quit. But, I need the health insurance and paycheck right now. Plus this company barely does anything for their employees. I can recall 1 day getting a box with a sandwich and chips and one other day a got a Tiffs Treats cookie. We get all these emails about celebrating diversity and stuff but it's all virtual presentations and articles and crap. Nothing actually goes on in the office.
Thank you for reading if you did, any advice would be helpful. I've had great bosses and ok bosses, but this is a whole nother level of ugh.
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2024.04.23 16:32 lazymentors What happened in Marketing & Advertising last week?

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2024.04.23 16:20 lazymentors Here's what happened in marketing recently (Meta AI, TikTok Notes & YT Shorts Ads dropped)

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TikTok 🎶
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Instagram & Threads 🗂️
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Meta 😅
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Youtube 🕹️
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Google 🔦
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Agency News
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My Fav; Dove’s new pledge to never use AI in advertising and the message of highlighting real-beauty in new ad is chef’s kiss.
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I hope this helps you to plan your week ahead.
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2024.04.11 15:18 StumbleNoor Stumble Guys Patch Notes - Update 0.69

Stumble Guys Patch Notes - Update 0.69

Stumblers and the Treasure Hunt

Stumble Guys Update 0.69
Gather your party and ready your dice, Stumblers! We’re embarking on a journey back to the enchanting world of Dungeons & Dragons in the Stumbleverse!
Prepare yourselves for an epic quest as we unveil the new Dungeons & Dragons Race Level. Multiple paths stretch out ahead and you have the freedom to choose your class. The adventure that awaits knows no bounds!
That’s not all! Join us as we reveal exciting updates to Events and Tournaments, introducing fresh challenges that will push every Stumbler to their limits.
Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as we roll out the 0.69 update, where heroes are made and legends are born. The Stumbleverse awaits your brave endeavors!

NEW MAPS

Behold the Gold
Embark on an exhilarating journey in this thrilling Race Level set in a treacherous dungeon within the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Prepare yourself for a heart-pounding adventure filled with cunning Kobolds, deadly traps, and the ominous presence of the fearsome Beholder.
As you step into the adventure, you'll face a pivotal choice: Fighter, Cleric, Wizard, or Rogue. Select your class wisely, for each one possesses unique skills essential for navigating the perils of this dark abyss.
While the finish line is in sight, a final dash awaits beyond the imposing doors of the treasure chamber. Whether you've secured a commanding lead or find yourself trailing behind, strategic use of your class abilities can make all the difference.
Explore multiple routes through its labyrinthine corridors, each presenting its own set of challenges and opportunities. Keep a keen eye out for Mimics lurking among chests and utilize traps to hinder your rivals' progress.
Will you opt for the safer path or dare to take high-risk shortcuts in your quest for glory?
Will you emerge triumphant as the first to claim the legendary treasure or will you fall victim to the dungeon's unforgiving depths? The choice is yours in this pulse-pounding race for glory!

FEATURES

New Event and New Tournament Menus
We're thrilled to introduce an exciting upgrade that will revolutionize the way you experience Events and New Tournaments! Say goodbye to rigid structures and hello to flexibility! Prepare to embark on New Tournaments with a variable number of rounds, ranging from the classic three, down to a thrilling single-round showdown.
But that's not all – diversity is the name of the game, as participant numbers can vary from the traditional 32 all the way down to an intense duel between just two players.
Our redesigned interface offers a wealth of information at your fingertips, from Event configurations detailing rounds and participants to enticing descriptions, entry fees, availability of Emotes, and the tantalizing rewards that await.
Get ready to dive into a world of endless possibilities and customize your gaming experience like never before!

COSMETICS

Emotes
  • Garden Table Flip
  • Chicken
  • Trash
  • Buzz
Footsteps
  • Earth
  • Paraguay Flag
  • Swarm of Bees
Stumblers
  • Scarecrow
  • Sunflower Gal
  • Sawblade Sentinel
  • Sunurai
  • Inflatable Joe
  • Cymbal Monkey
  • Idiot Sandwich
  • Sticker Guy
  • Dr. Silkyfur
  • Gaia
  • Soil Mate
  • Sir Recyclesalot
  • Mr. Bush
  • Carl Curveball
  • Taurus
Victory Animations
  • Homerun

BALANCE CHANGES

Snowball Emote We've strengthened the Snowball Emote based on your suggestions and opinions:
  • Freeze Effect increased from 50% to 75%

BUG FIXES

  • Fixed an error where the Punch Emote sometimes did not appear in the Emote section.
  • Fixed errors related to late joiners causing issues with the matchmaking mechanic.
  • Rectified the duration reduction of the Force shield Emote after performing the invisibility Emote in gameplay.
  • Fixed an issue where players could get stuck on the carousel, leading to the game becoming unresponsive when attempting to leave a Party.
  • Resolved an issue where an infinite carousel screen appeared after disconnecting from the network during the loading process on iOS devices.
  • Fixed a bug where Tournament rewards (XP, Crown, Trophy, Pass Tokens) did not update in real-time in the players’ Inventory.
  • Corrected an error by which equipping Taunts and Special Emotes sometimes altered the Emotes' descriptions.
  • Selected templates now correctly appear when entering editor mode to create a new Map.
  • Fixed a bug where Placeables could be moved inadvertently while testing a Map.
  • Players can now scroll down properly in the Customize Menu by tapping on an empty space.
  • Resolved an issue where duplicate rewards were displayed multiple times on the reward screen after claiming Prize Boxes.
  • Fixed an issue where players were unable to exit the reward screen after claiming an Event reward that contains Skin Shards
  • Corrected an error where Swarm of Bees Footsteps were inaudible in some device builds.
  • The old XP logo has been removed from the invite friends popup.
  • Fixed an issue where sometimes deleted player profiles remained on the friend list in social Invites.
  • Corrected an error where sometimes the selected language did not immediately reflect changes in Settings.
  • Fixed a bug where SFX was inaudible when characters hit obstacles while spectating on all Maps.
  • Corrected the display of Gem prize images on Tournaments X reward screens.
  • Fixed incorrect display of Merry Christmas flag footsteps during gameplay.
  • Corrected the centering of Flag Steps from the backside of the character.
  • Rectified the repeated XP animation in the main hub if interrupted.
  • Resolved small FPS drops observed when Race For Eternia Level was played on 2nd or 3rd on some Android devices.
  • Addressed a bug where the character stumbled while crossing the finish line in the Race for Eternia Map.
  • Addressed an exploit where players used a missing collider to accelerate their descent on the slide in Race for Eternia Level.
  • Fixed a bug where sometimes players passed through obstacles and failed to progress in the Race for Eternia Level.
  • Players now respawn correctly at the previous checkpoint if they fall backward from a specific obstacle in the Race for Eternia Level.
  • Added the missing opponents' 'Ground cracking VFX' on the Race for Eternia Level.
  • Resolved the transparent display of 'Powerup' VFX while using it in PAC-MAN Power Level.
  • Resolved an issue where the spinner asset did not rotate during gameplay in PAC-MAN Power Party Level.
  • Addressed a situation where the platform of the rotating fan did not perish after turning red in MrBeast's Warehouse.
  • Fixed a visual error on the Super Slide Level that made the water whirlpool appear out of place.
  • Restored missing zap effects in the Bot Bash Level.
  • Removed visual artifacts appearing on the outer track where they shouldn't on the track leading to the final phase of Hot Wheels 2 Level.
  • The 'Smoke' skin no longer partially disappears near the Beast logo at the start and end of the Map on the MrBeast's Dangerous Traps Level.
  • Resolved an issue where bots on Super Lava Slide levels could not complete the Level.
  • Other minor fixes and corrections.
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2024.04.11 01:09 ineedsometacos After waffling back and forth for years with other methods, I think keto is my forever home.

Posting this because I need to write out my thoughts.
       
How I Found Keto
I discovered Gary Taubes' book "Why We Get Fat And What We Can Do About It" back in 2011.
Literally, 13 years ago, I discovered keto.
I know people run hot and cold on Gary Taubes, but I'm a huge fan, and I'm indebted to him. His writing really resonates with me and yes I realize there are people who have issues with his data points.
He got me to wake up and try keto.
So I did for a good year, and got close to my goal weight. Then I had a medical emergency, major surgery, recovery, I was accepted into grad school, and just drifted away.
       
The Drift
I love animals — I don't think humans are the end-all and be-all of species.
I'm a person who does a lot of information gathering and I couldn't get past the eating animals aspect, and the environmental aspect that plant-based advocates and vegans kept expounding on.
I'd see the plant-based vegan documentaries on Netflix and wonder if I could just switch over to being plant-based instead of keto.
So, I kept trying and trying to adopt a plant-based approach.
And, my health just kept failing, and my weight kept fluctuating, trying to subsist on starches.
At some point, out of sheer exhaustion and depression, I went through a phase where I was very anti-diet, and I just ate whatever I wanted and ended up at a weight that I personally found mortifying.
Last year I started on antidepressants for depression and a semaglutide (GLP-1). The antidepressants helped me gain a foothold on the apathy that had been consuming me, which was crucial. And the semaglutide allowed me to lose some weight due to the fact that it calms the food noise.
       
Rediscovering Keto
With my depression greatly alleviated and the food noise calmed, I decided to delve into Gary's literature again (as well as that of Nina Teicholz), and once again their writing deeply resonated.
I found my way back to keto — it only took me 13 years of torturing myself with trying every other pathway under the sun.
And, now that I've embraced meat and dairy and eschewed sugars and starches and grains — I'm experiencing that deeply satisfying and sense of completeness in feeling satiated — which I was (frustratingly) never getting with a 100% plant-based approach or a strict caloric-reduction strategy.
Even just a "fuck it" diet of eating anything I want doesn't give me that deep satisfaction.
Only keto.
Emotionally and psychologically I also feel relief.
I think maybe some of you will understand how it can wear away at you when you feel like your weight is spiraling and you feel helpless.
Your body doesn't represent who you are and it's maddening.
I'm a person who respects authority and I listen to what doctors and scientists and the government will say. I'm not a rebel. But my god, I just can't believe how radically different and alive I feel when I'm not listening to their advice.
I won't decry my wandering in the wilderness because I've learned a tremendous amount about myself, psychology, biology, and nutrition — and if anything the many valleys I've gotten lost in have only allowed me by contrast to see how effective and effortless (for me) keto is.
       
My general daily meal template of late has been:
Breakfast: 2 or 3 homemade pork sausage patties; 2 eggs with runny yolks (love my runny yolks)
Lunch: Lettuce-wrapped club sandwich (turkey, bacon, chipotle mayo, tomato, cheese)
Dinner: Leftover lettuce wraps, chicken filet, filet mignon, ground beef patties with onion jam, or sometimes a huge bowl of steamed shrimp with butter and cocktail sauce. All of these with a garden salad on the side or some sautéed green beans or broccoli.
Snacks: Full-fat yogurt, cheese, nuts, berries
Beverages: Spindrift water, LMNT electrolyte mix, water, plain tea, coffee with cream or black
       
Getting Time Back
I don't like to deviate too much from my general meal template and I'm very happy to eat these meals on repeat and not have to give too much thought to what I eat.
I have so many other endeavors in life that I want to give attention to other than eating and preparing complex meals.
I absolutely love not having to worry and think about food.
I dislike having to use recipes — I just want to cook something and eat it and be about my way and not have to think about food too much.
I also dislike cleaning messy kitchens after cooking so this simplified way of eating helps me keep things tidy.
       
Boundaries
One of my "failed" stints before coming back to keto was doing something called "Bright Line Eating" — a portion-controlled, restricted-calorie program for food addicts that eliminated any sweeteners and anything made with flour (pulverized grains).
An important thing I learned was that you need boundaries which were referred to as "bright lines" in the program.
Those bright lines were non-negotiable.
Because they were non-negotiable—you didn't have to fuss with thoughts about moderation. The clear boundaries meant you kept your willpower intact because you weren't spending it trying to attenuate your intake of addictive food-like substances.
       
This is similar to how you wouldn't expect an alchoholic to moderate their usage of alcohol. Alcohol is just not an option for them, ever. If they had to constantly moderate their usage, it would be mentally exhausting.
My bright lines are that I don't eat sugar, starch, grains, anything made with flour. Period.
       
Just like I never contemplate murdering someone or robbing a bank or doing crack cocaine — I don't think about crossing my food-related boundaries. I put them out of my mind.
I don't "fondle" those foods in my mind if that makes sense.
For many, many years I abstained from eating fast food and I could never tell you where a fast food joint was in my town. They just didn't exist for me.
Another way of thinking about it, is if your child or loved one was being held hostage and their release was dependent on you never eating these foods, you would do it effortlessly.
I once read a tragic story about a surgeon that was on vacation with his little girl. She needed an epi-pen and there was something wrong with theirs. He tried to get into a closed pharmacy to obtain a working epi-pen and smashed the windows of the building with his bare hands and arms.
The glass shards destroyed the tendons so badly it ended his surgical career.
(I wish I could find the source for this but I did a search and could not — I don't remember where I learned of this story.)
If he can do that, as a parent, you're not going to touch those foods again if it meant saving your child.
So that's the level I put it at in my mind. I'm not ever touching those foods again.
Period.
       
That's it. Keep calm on and keto on folks.
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2024.04.09 15:48 lazymentors What happened in Marketing & Advertising last week? (New Ad formats & launches)

Top 6 Updates of the Week:

Trending

TikTok 🎶

Instagram & Threads 🗂️

Meta 😅

X (Twitter) 🕹️

Youtube 🕹️

Google 🔦

Agency News

Brands & Ads 🏓

My Fav; Indian Cookie brand, Good Day launches a Guerrilla Ad campaign, and it uses influencer culture, joy of finding lost money and nostalgia to win the audience love.

AI 🤨

Snap & Reddit

Microsoft & LinkedIn

Marketing & AdTech

I hope this helps to plan your week ahead. You can find all the sources and Ad links in this archive post.
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2024.04.09 15:45 lazymentors What happened in Marketing & Advertising last week? (New Ad formats & launches)

Top 6 Updates of the Week:

Trending

TikTok 🎶

Instagram & Threads 🗂️

Meta 😅

X (Twitter) 🕹️

Youtube 🕹️

Google 🔦

Agency News

Brands & Ads 🏓

My Fav; Indian Cookie brand, Good Day launches a Guerrilla Ad campaign, and it uses influencer culture, joy of finding lost money and nostalgia to win the audience love.

AI 🤨

Snap & Reddit

Microsoft & LinkedIn

Marketing & AdTech

I hope this helps to plan your week ahead. You can find all the sources and Ad links in this archive post.
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2024.04.09 15:44 lazymentors What happened in Marketing & Advertising last week? (More AdTech & Acquisitions)

Top 6 Updates of the Week:

Trending

TikTok 🎶

Instagram & Threads 🗂️

Meta 😅

X (Twitter) 🕹️

Youtube 🕹️

Google 🔦

Agency News

Brands & Ads 🏓

My Fav; Indian Cookie brand, Good Day launches a Guerrilla Ad campaign, and it uses influencer culture, joy of finding lost money and nostalgia to win the audience love.

AI 🤨

Snap & Reddit

Microsoft & LinkedIn

Marketing & AdTech

I hope this helps to plan your week ahead. You can find all the sources and Ad links in this archive post.
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2024.04.09 14:38 Basketnotbin How to quit

Hey! I have a start date for my new job, which means I know which day to give my notice. I’m going to send it in an email on a Friday… it will be the day they come back from vacation which may be bummer timing for them but I figured it’s better than telling them before their vacation and adding a bummer vibe to the whole thing.
Does anyone have a resignation letter template or example they’d be willing to share with me. I want to say something that’s like a compliment sandwich, but for quitting.
I am giving them a months notice. Well… minus 3 days because the exact month is the day I start my new job, a Monday. So I was thinking,
“Dear MB & DB, I hope you had a lovely vacation! First I’d like to say thank you so much for ___________. My time with your family has been wonderful. I have been __ (given an opportunity, offered a position… what sounds best?) and I’ve decided to go for it. I know this may be surprising, it all came together very quickly! This pivot in my career will be a really positive step for my future. They’ve asked me to start on _, my last day with you will be _. If you’d like to find another nanny I’d be happy to look up agencies or help you with online postings. Just let me know what you’d like to do and I’ll get on it asap!
Again thank you so much for our time together. See you Monday,
Nanny
What do you think? NP’s what kind of message would you prefer? I still have a month before I turn in my notice but I’m already so nervous.
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2024.04.08 18:27 YAZ326 Starting My Passive Income Journey to make $10k a month

Hello Reddit!
I thought this would be a good place document my journey on trying to make $10k a month online via different models and techniques I see online on YouTube to see if it is actually possible to make $10k a month online without working a 9-5.
It was the end of 2023 and like the age-old cliche, I was and currently am pretty tired of my 9-5. I work as a software engineer with a pretty decent salary for a London UK-based developer. At present, I make around $6100 a month but by no means is that passive. My Goal is to replace my income with the passive stream.Why you ask? Well, the simple answer is I want to be able to travel the world and eat all the yummy food wherever I want, whenever I want. Without having to worry about how many days of holiday I have left and how expensive it is.
Here is what I have been doing since the end of 2023 and the start of 2024
But will focus on AI Books & Amazon KDP as that is what I have spent the most time on at the moment.
AI Books & Amazon KDP
I came across an interesting video on how you can use AI to generate and create books that can be sold on Amazon using KDP. At the same time, there was a trend on YouTube showing that you can sell journals and empty notebooks to make good money using KDP.
So I thought to myself why not give it a shot? So I created the following journal based on stoicism. Link here
I used Chat GPT 4 to generate the image and then I used Canva to create the interior. I use the video here to help me learn how to set up Amazon KDP and use Canva to create the book.
Again I used Chat GPT to write the description and select keywords that would be ideal to use in order to rank highly on Amazon
I thought it was pretty awesome that I was able to generate such a cool-looking design and have my first product listed on Amazon. I thought all the people into Stoicism would be snatching this off the (online metaphorical) shelves. Below are my sales to date.
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Royalty Date Title ASIN/ISBN Marketplace Transaction Type Units Sold Royalty Currency
2023-12 The Stoic Sentinel: Journal of Mindful Reflections B0CNHM8HRX Amazon.com.au Standard - Paperback 1 9.31 AUD
That's correct, till today there was one copy sold in December in the wonderful down under of Australia 😅. But even though it was just one book and I only made around $4.41 I was super proud. I had officially made my first source of income online, despite being way way way where I wanted to be. It is a start
My Second Attempt
Despite my feeble first attempt, I was armed with the following knowledge.
  1. How to create a cover Image using ChatGPT
  2. How to use Canva to add the details of the book
  3. How to setup and publish a book using Amazon KDP
So for my second attempt after being inspired by the video.
Since Ramanda was approaching I thought it would be an ideal time to create a coloring book around Ramadan and Eid. Also like in the video I decided to go for a Kawaii-themed coloring book.
I followed a similar process as before in terms of creating a Kawaii-based cover image, however this time I learned about a plugin in Chat GPT called Coloring Book Hero. This GPT(Generative Pre-trained Transformer) takes any idea you have and turns it into a coloring book page.
This was an amazing find thanks to the YouTube video. So here is what I did. I used the following prompt in Chat GPT, which I took from the video and modified it.
I'm working on a Ramadan-themed coloring book for kids. I need ideas for items to include. Please suggest 10 items in each of the following categories, keeping them minimal and cute in Kawaii style. Mosques: Simple yet adorable kids going to the mosque. Eating Sehari: Happy Kawaii kids waking up for Sehri and eating Praying Fajr: Happy Kawaii kids praying Fajr Preparing Ifatri: Playful Kawaii kids preparing food for iftar Reading Quran: Happy Kawaii kids reading Quran Giving to Charity: Happy Kawaii kids giving to charity
And ChatGPT returned the following
Here are some ideas for items to include in a Ramadan-themed Kawaii-style coloring book for kids, keeping the designs simple and adorable:
Mosques:
  1. A Kawaii mosque with a smiling crescent moon above.
  2. Little Kawaii kids in colorful attire walking hand in hand to the mosque.
  3. A Kawaii mosque with a large, welcoming door.
  4. Small Kawaii kids taking off their shoes before entering the mosque.
  5. Kawaii children with prayer rugs rolled under their arms.
  6. A group of Kawaii kids with lanterns outside the mosque at night.
  7. Kawaii mosques with different architectural styles (dome, minaret, etc.).
  8. A Kawaii family driving to the mosque in a little car.
  9. Little Kawaii kids washing hands and feet for wudu (ablution) at a cute fountain.
  10. A Kawaii mosque surrounded by stars and a moonlit sky.
Eating Sehri:
  1. Kawaii kids sitting around a table with a small spread for Sehri.
  2. Sleepy Kawaii kids with bed hair, holding a glass of milk.
  3. A Kawaii family preparing Sehri together in the kitchen.
  4. Kawaii kids with bowls of oatmeal topped with smiling fruit faces.
  5. A little Kawaii child trying to wake up with a cute alarm clock.
  6. Kawaii kids making sandwiches with happy face expressions.
  7. A Kawaii child pouring water into a glass, preparing for the fast.
  8. A small Kawaii kid praying before starting Sehri.
  9. Kawaii kids with a variety of simple Sehri food items like dates and yogurt.
  10. A Kawaii sunrise scene through the window as kids eat Sehri.
Praying Fajr:
  1. Kawaii kids standing in a row performing Fajr prayer.
  2. A single Kawaii child performing the prayer with a peaceful expression.
  3. Little Kawaii kids with prayer hats and scarves.
  4. Kawaii kids reading from a prayer book.
  5. A Kawaii family praying together, with a little one trying to follow along.
  6. Kawaii kids making du'a with raised hands after Fajr.
  7. A Kawaii child looking out the window at the rising sun after Fajr.
  8. A Kawaii scene of birds flying in the sky as kids pray Fajr.
  9. Little Kawaii kids putting away their prayer mats with a smile.
  10. Kawaii kids greeting each other with "Salam" after the prayer.
  11. Preparing Iftar:
  12. Kawaii kids in the kitchen helping to make fruit salad.
  13. Little Kawaii ones setting the table with mini plates and cups.
  14. A Kawaii child filling a jug with juice for iftar.
  15. Kawaii kids making small sandwiches with smiley faces.
  16. Kawaii children rolling out dough for iftar pastries.
  17. A Kawaii kid arranging dates on a plate.
  18. Little Kawaii ones hanging decorative lanterns for iftar.
  19. Kawaii kids with aprons on, stirring a pot with a wooden spoon.
  20. A Kawaii family sharing a big pot of soup, ladling it into bowls.
  21. A Kawaii table spread with various dishes, ready for iftar.
Reading Quran:
  1. A Kawaii child with a small Quran in hand, reading with focus.
  2. Kawaii kids sitting in a circle, reading Quran together.
  3. A Kawaii kid with glasses, studying the Quran attentively.
  4. Kawaii children learning to read the Quran with a teacher.
  5. A Kawaii child reciting Quran with a microphone.
  6. Little Kawaii ones using bookmarks to mark their place in the Quran.
  7. A Kawaii child under a tree, reciting Quran peacefully.
  8. Kawaii kids with a digital Quran tablet.
  9. A group of Kawaii kids listening to a Quran recitation.
  10. Kawaii kids practicing Quran verses with colorful flashcards.
  11. Giving to Charity:
  12. Kawaii kids placing coins in a charity box.
  13. Little Kawaii ones packing food parcels with a smile.
  14. A Kawaii child handing a loaf of bread to a needy person.
  15. Kawaii kids making greeting cards for charity.
  16. A small Kawaii kid donating their old toys with a happy heart.
  17. Kawaii children planting trees as a form of charity.
  18. A Kawaii kid giving a warm blanket to someone cold.
  19. Little Kawaii ones washing cars to raise funds for charity.
  20. Kawaii kids running a lemonade stand for a good cause.
  21. A Kawaii child hugging a globe, symbolizing charity for the world.
And then I used the Coloring Hero GPT and started entering the prompts.
The results were great, although I did not use all the images generated or all the prompts I ended up with 25+ images to use.
Once I had the images I headed over to Canva to create the cover and interior. I used the kdp cover calculator to calculate the dimensions of the book. You can then download that template to create the cover design and the interior design with correct dimensions so that you don’t face any issues when publishing using Amazon KDP.
After I had everything ready, I downloaded everything and proceeded to upload everything to Amazon so that it could be available to buy on Amazon. Oh, I forgot to mention I created two coloring books. One for the world and American market where colour is spelled as color and one for the UK market where colour is spelled properly 🤭
Setting up Book in KDP
I added the title description, used Chat GPT to generate my keywords, selected the print option, uploaded my cover and manuscript(all the contents inside the book) set my price and I was good to go.
My second-ever book was finally available to purchase on Amazon buuuuuut wait 🛑. Before your book goes live Amazon has to review it to make sure there is no copyright, and it is appropriate yada yada yada. This process normally takes about 72 hours, however, due to some technical issues (I emailed amazon customer support and said bruh what’s with the hold up) it took 6 days for the review to be completed and I missed the opportunity to have my book available before the start of Ramadan. But nonetheless, we keep moving forward. Below is my listing and here is the link to see the live listing
Despite the delay, I was super proud of my work and listing and I thought my targetted niche would be snatching it off the digital shelves.Are you ready to see my results including the sales of the Stoic-themed journal? Drum roll please 🥁TUDDDAAAHHHH
0 I sold zero copies 😂
That’s right folks! I have sold nothing 😭. But it is okay I will explain down below ⬇️
Learnings: Despite falling short of my goals I managed to learn a lot of awesome things. Let’s go through them
  1. How to write effective prompts to generate great book ideas using Chat GPT
  2. Using Coloring Hero to create images for a coloring book
  3. Amazon KDP cover calculator to get the correct size and template so you don’t have to spend hours trying to fix margin out-of-bounds errors on KDP
  4. How to design a book or a journal in Canva
  5. How to set and create a KDP account and publish your book
  6. Importance of time frames. ie. if you want to release a book close to a special event. Try to get everything ready and in for review at least 7 days prior
Again although I made $0 I feel like I have learnt some valuable skills that will help me achieve my goal of making $10k a month and leave the 9 - 5 behind.
Let's keep pushing forward
Current Progress
passive Income: $0 a month 9-5 Income: $6100 a month
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2024.04.06 11:09 ultracute007 Growing and Selling Microgreens Review: What Are Benefits Of Growing Microgreens As A Business in 2024

Growing and Selling Microgreens Review: What Are Benefits Of Growing Microgreens As A Business in 2024
Imagine a world where you can turn your passion for gardening into a thriving business, all while improving your health and connecting with your community. With “The Ultimate Microgreens Course,” this dream can become your reality.
Packed with step-by-step instructions and expert guidance, this comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know about growing and selling microgreens, the tiny vegetable seedlings that pack a nutritious punch. Whether you’re a gardening novice or an experienced green thumb, this course will empower you to establish a successful microgreens business and earn a substantial income.
Say goodbye to the mundane 9 to 5 and embrace a fulfilling career that brings flavor, health, and prosperity into your life. Start your journey into the exciting world of microgreens today and unlock the incredible potential of this booming health food industry.
​
Growing and Selling Microgreens Review: What Are Benefits Of Growing Microgreens As A Business in 2024
​

Why Consider This Course?

Transform Your Life and Earnings The Ultimate Microgreens Course offers a comprehensive guide that has the potential to transform your life and increase your earnings. With the knowledge and skills gained from this course, you have the opportunity to earn over a thousand dollars per week. Microgreens, being small vegetable seedlings bursting with flavor and rich in nutrients, not only enhance your taste buds but also benefit your overall health. Incorporating microgreens into your everyday life can lead to a powerful boost in nutrition and well-being.
Supported by Scientific Research and Evidence Scientific research has outlined the numerous health benefits associated with microgreens consumption. Studies show that microgreens contain higher concentrations of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants compared to their fully grown counterparts. For instance, red cabbage microgreens contain up to six times the concentration of vitamin C as mature cabbage. These findings make microgreens an excellent addition to any diet, and with the Ultimate Microgreens Course, you’ll learn how to grow and incorporate them into your meals.
Certifications, Endorsements, and Testimonials The Ultimate Microgreens Course is backed by certifications, endorsements, and positive testimonials from satisfied customers. Our instructors are experts in the field of microgreens cultivation and have years of experience. The course materials are designed to provide the most up-to-date and accurate information to ensure your success. Additionally, we have received endorsements from professionals in the health and nutrition industry who recognize the tremendous value and potential of microgreens.

Visit THE Official Website

Features and Benefits

In-Depth Step-by-Step Guidance

This course provides in-depth step-by-step instructions on how to start and grow your own microgreens business. Whether you plan to establish your microgreens farm in a spare room at home or at a commercial location, our course covers it all. From setting up the necessary infrastructure to understanding the specific needs of different microgreens varieties, you will gain the expertise to succeed.

Finding Selling Opportunities

Learning how to find selling opportunities is a crucial aspect of any microgreens business. In the Ultimate Microgreens Course, you will receive valuable insights on identifying potential buyers and establishing profitable partnerships. By understanding the market demand and consumer preferences, you can maximize your selling potential and generate substantial income.

Encouragement for Beginners

We understand that starting a new venture can be overwhelming, especially if you have no gardening experience. That’s why the Ultimate Microgreens Course encourages beginners to start small. This approach allows you to become comfortable with the process and gain confidence as you progress. Our course provides comprehensive guidance specifically tailored to beginners, ensuring that you have a strong foundation before scaling up your microgreens business.

Comprehensive Business Strategies

In addition to the technical aspects of growing microgreens, the course also delves into essential business strategies. You will learn how to market and sell your microgreens effectively. The course provides templates and resources to assist you in creating professional business plans, branding, and marketing materials. With these tools at your disposal, you’ll be well-prepared to launch and promote your microgreens business.

What It’s Used For

Unlocking Microgreens’ Potential

Microgreens present a world of possibilities when it comes to culinary creations and nutritional enhancement. The Ultimate Microgreens Course equips you with the knowledge and techniques to unlock the full potential of microgreens in your cooking. From incorporating microgreens into salads, sandwiches, and smoothies to using them as garnishes, you’ll discover a plethora of creative ways to elevate your meals and introduce bursts of flavor and freshness.

Wellness and Nutritional Benefits

Beyond their culinary applications, microgreens offer significant wellness and nutritional benefits. These tiny seedlings are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Incorporating microgreens into your daily diet can help boost your immune system, support heart health, improve digestion, and even contribute to healthy weight management.

Sustainable Food Production

The Ultimate Microgreens Course emphasizes the importance of sustainable food production. Microgreens farming is an environmentally friendly method of food cultivation, requiring less water and space and generating minimal waste. By growing your microgreens, you contribute to reducing the carbon footprint associated with large-scale agriculture and promote a more sustainable food system.

Culinary Delights at Home

One of the joys of microgreens farming is the ability to enjoy fresh and vibrant produce right at home. By growing your microgreens, you have access to a constant supply of delicate, tender, and flavorful greens. This means no more reliance on grocery stores or settling for subpar quality. Embrace the pleasure of picking your microgreens, knowing that they are as fresh and nutrient-rich as can be.

Who Needs This

Microgreens farming is perfect for individuals who are passionate about healthy living, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, retiree seeking a fulfilling hobby, or an aspiring entrepreneur looking to break free from the conventional 9-to-5 routine, the Ultimate Microgreens Course is designed to meet your needs.

Check Out THE Official Website

Pros and Cons

Pros:
  • Comprehensive and detailed step-by-step instructions
  • Valuable insights on finding selling opportunities
  • Business strategies and templates for success
  • Inclusion of scientific research and evidence
  • Certifications, endorsements, and positive testimonials
  • Lifetime access to materials and 24/7 customer support
Cons:
  • The course takes commitment and dedicated time to master the techniques
  • Success is dependent on market demand and individual effort
  • Requires initial investment in supplies and infrastructure

FAQ’s

  1. How much space do I need to start growing microgreens? Microgreens farming can be done in a small area, such as a spare room, basement, or balcony. The course will guide you on effectively utilizing the space you have, regardless of its size.
  2. Is the course suitable for beginners without gardening experience? Absolutely! The Ultimate Microgreens Course is designed to cater to beginners. The content is easy to understand and will walk you through the entire process, ensuring your success even if you have no prior gardening experience.
  3. Can I make a profit selling microgreens? Yes, you can. The course provides you with the necessary knowledge and resources to start selling microgreens and make a profit. By following the business strategies outlined in the course, you’ll be well on your way to earning income from your microgreens business.
  4. What kind of support is available once I enroll in the course? We offer 24/7 email support for all our course participants. If you encounter any issues, have questions, or need additional guidance, our dedicated customer support team is here to assist you.

What Customers Are Saying

“Before taking the Ultimate Microgreens Course, I had zero gardening experience. Now, I’m successfully growing and selling microgreens, making a profit every week. The course is filled with valuable information, easy-to-follow instructions, and supportive resources. I highly recommend it!” — Jane D.
“The Ultimate Microgreens Course has been a game-changer for me. Not only am I enjoying the freedom of running my own microgreens business, but I’m also contributing to my community’s health and sustainability. If you’re interested in a rewarding career and making a difference, this course is a must!” — John P.

Overall Value

The Ultimate Microgreens Course offers unparalleled value for individuals interested in microgreens farming. With its comprehensive guidance, business strategies, and lifetime access to materials, this course provides you with the tools needed to transform your life and potentially earn over a thousand dollars per week. Investing in the Ultimate Microgreens Course means investing in your future and the well-being of your community.

Tips and Tricks For Best Results

  1. Start small: Don’t feel overwhelmed by the process; begin by growing a few varieties of microgreens and gradually expand as you gain experience.
  2. Stay organized: Keep track of planting schedules, harvesting dates, and sales records to optimize your business operations and maximize profitability.
  3. Experiment with flavors: Try growing different microgreens varieties to explore new flavors and add diversity to your offerings.
  4. Market strategically: Identify local eateries, farmers’ markets, and health food stores for potential partnerships and selling opportunities. Leverage social media platforms to promote your microgreens business.

Final Thoughts

Product Summary

The Ultimate Microgreens Course is a comprehensive guide that equips you with the knowledge and skills to become a successful microgreens farmer. Whether you’re a beginner or have no prior gardening experience, this course provides detailed step-by-step instructions on starting and growing your microgreens business. With the right supplies and a few hours a week, you can be on your way to earning profits within 10–14 days.

Final Recommendation

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to transform your life and make a meaningful difference by enrolling in the Ultimate Microgreens Course. Say goodbye to the monotonous 9-to-5 routine and hello to an interesting, fun, and rewarding career in the booming health food industry. Get started today and reap the benefits of microgreens farming!
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2024.04.06 11:09 ultracute007 A Comprehensive Exploration of The Ultimate Microgreens Course Review : Does It Really Works ?

A Comprehensive Exploration of The Ultimate Microgreens Course Review : Does It Really Works ?
Imagine a world where you can turn your passion for gardening into a thriving business, all while improving your health and connecting with your community. With “The Ultimate Microgreens Course,” this dream can become your reality.
Packed with step-by-step instructions and expert guidance, this comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know about growing and selling microgreens, the tiny vegetable seedlings that pack a nutritious punch. Whether you’re a gardening novice or an experienced green thumb, this course will empower you to establish a successful microgreens business and earn a substantial income.
Say goodbye to the mundane 9 to 5 and embrace a fulfilling career that brings flavor, health, and prosperity into your life. Start your journey into the exciting world of microgreens today and unlock the incredible potential of this booming health food industry.
​
A Comprehensive Exploration of The Ultimate Microgreens Course Review : Does It Really Works ?

Why Consider This Course?

Transform Your Life and Earnings The Ultimate Microgreens Course offers a comprehensive guide that has the potential to transform your life and increase your earnings. With the knowledge and skills gained from this course, you have the opportunity to earn over a thousand dollars per week. Microgreens, being small vegetable seedlings bursting with flavor and rich in nutrients, not only enhance your taste buds but also benefit your overall health. Incorporating microgreens into your everyday life can lead to a powerful boost in nutrition and well-being.
Supported by Scientific Research and Evidence Scientific research has outlined the numerous health benefits associated with microgreens consumption. Studies show that microgreens contain higher concentrations of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants compared to their fully grown counterparts. For instance, red cabbage microgreens contain up to six times the concentration of vitamin C as mature cabbage. These findings make microgreens an excellent addition to any diet, and with the Ultimate Microgreens Course, you’ll learn how to grow and incorporate them into your meals.
Certifications, Endorsements, and Testimonials The Ultimate Microgreens Course is backed by certifications, endorsements, and positive testimonials from satisfied customers. Our instructors are experts in the field of microgreens cultivation and have years of experience. The course materials are designed to provide the most up-to-date and accurate information to ensure your success. Additionally, we have received endorsements from professionals in the health and nutrition industry who recognize the tremendous value and potential of microgreens.

Visit THE Official Website

Features and Benefits

In-Depth Step-by-Step Guidance

This course provides in-depth step-by-step instructions on how to start and grow your own microgreens business. Whether you plan to establish your microgreens farm in a spare room at home or at a commercial location, our course covers it all. From setting up the necessary infrastructure to understanding the specific needs of different microgreens varieties, you will gain the expertise to succeed.

Finding Selling Opportunities

Learning how to find selling opportunities is a crucial aspect of any microgreens business. In the Ultimate Microgreens Course, you will receive valuable insights on identifying potential buyers and establishing profitable partnerships. By understanding the market demand and consumer preferences, you can maximize your selling potential and generate substantial income.

Encouragement for Beginners

We understand that starting a new venture can be overwhelming, especially if you have no gardening experience. That’s why the Ultimate Microgreens Course encourages beginners to start small. This approach allows you to become comfortable with the process and gain confidence as you progress. Our course provides comprehensive guidance specifically tailored to beginners, ensuring that you have a strong foundation before scaling up your microgreens business.

Comprehensive Business Strategies

In addition to the technical aspects of growing microgreens, the course also delves into essential business strategies. You will learn how to market and sell your microgreens effectively. The course provides templates and resources to assist you in creating professional business plans, branding, and marketing materials. With these tools at your disposal, you’ll be well-prepared to launch and promote your microgreens business.

What It’s Used For

Unlocking Microgreens’ Potential

Microgreens present a world of possibilities when it comes to culinary creations and nutritional enhancement. The Ultimate Microgreens Course equips you with the knowledge and techniques to unlock the full potential of microgreens in your cooking. From incorporating microgreens into salads, sandwiches, and smoothies to using them as garnishes, you’ll discover a plethora of creative ways to elevate your meals and introduce bursts of flavor and freshness.

Wellness and Nutritional Benefits

Beyond their culinary applications, microgreens offer significant wellness and nutritional benefits. These tiny seedlings are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Incorporating microgreens into your daily diet can help boost your immune system, support heart health, improve digestion, and even contribute to healthy weight management.

Sustainable Food Production

The Ultimate Microgreens Course emphasizes the importance of sustainable food production. Microgreens farming is an environmentally friendly method of food cultivation, requiring less water and space and generating minimal waste. By growing your microgreens, you contribute to reducing the carbon footprint associated with large-scale agriculture and promote a more sustainable food system.

Culinary Delights at Home

One of the joys of microgreens farming is the ability to enjoy fresh and vibrant produce right at home. By growing your microgreens, you have access to a constant supply of delicate, tender, and flavorful greens. This means no more reliance on grocery stores or settling for subpar quality. Embrace the pleasure of picking your microgreens, knowing that they are as fresh and nutrient-rich as can be.

Who Needs This

Microgreens farming is perfect for individuals who are passionate about healthy living, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, retiree seeking a fulfilling hobby, or an aspiring entrepreneur looking to break free from the conventional 9-to-5 routine, the Ultimate Microgreens Course is designed to meet your needs.

Check Out THE Official Website

Pros and Cons

Pros:
  • Comprehensive and detailed step-by-step instructions
  • Valuable insights on finding selling opportunities
  • Business strategies and templates for success
  • Inclusion of scientific research and evidence
  • Certifications, endorsements, and positive testimonials
  • Lifetime access to materials and 24/7 customer support
Cons:
  • The course takes commitment and dedicated time to master the techniques
  • Success is dependent on market demand and individual effort
  • Requires initial investment in supplies and infrastructure

FAQ’s

  1. How much space do I need to start growing microgreens? Microgreens farming can be done in a small area, such as a spare room, basement, or balcony. The course will guide you on effectively utilizing the space you have, regardless of its size.
  2. Is the course suitable for beginners without gardening experience? Absolutely! The Ultimate Microgreens Course is designed to cater to beginners. The content is easy to understand and will walk you through the entire process, ensuring your success even if you have no prior gardening experience.
  3. Can I make a profit selling microgreens? Yes, you can. The course provides you with the necessary knowledge and resources to start selling microgreens and make a profit. By following the business strategies outlined in the course, you’ll be well on your way to earning income from your microgreens business.
  4. What kind of support is available once I enroll in the course? We offer 24/7 email support for all our course participants. If you encounter any issues, have questions, or need additional guidance, our dedicated customer support team is here to assist you.

What Customers Are Saying

“Before taking the Ultimate Microgreens Course, I had zero gardening experience. Now, I’m successfully growing and selling microgreens, making a profit every week. The course is filled with valuable information, easy-to-follow instructions, and supportive resources. I highly recommend it!” — Jane D.
“The Ultimate Microgreens Course has been a game-changer for me. Not only am I enjoying the freedom of running my own microgreens business, but I’m also contributing to my community’s health and sustainability. If you’re interested in a rewarding career and making a difference, this course is a must!” — John P.

Overall Value

The Ultimate Microgreens Course offers unparalleled value for individuals interested in microgreens farming. With its comprehensive guidance, business strategies, and lifetime access to materials, this course provides you with the tools needed to transform your life and potentially earn over a thousand dollars per week. Investing in the Ultimate Microgreens Course means investing in your future and the well-being of your community.

Tips and Tricks For Best Results

  1. Start small: Don’t feel overwhelmed by the process; begin by growing a few varieties of microgreens and gradually expand as you gain experience.
  2. Stay organized: Keep track of planting schedules, harvesting dates, and sales records to optimize your business operations and maximize profitability.
  3. Experiment with flavors: Try growing different microgreens varieties to explore new flavors and add diversity to your offerings.
  4. Market strategically: Identify local eateries, farmers’ markets, and health food stores for potential partnerships and selling opportunities. Leverage social media platforms to promote your microgreens business.

Final Thoughts

Product Summary

The Ultimate Microgreens Course is a comprehensive guide that equips you with the knowledge and skills to become a successful microgreens farmer. Whether you’re a beginner or have no prior gardening experience, this course provides detailed step-by-step instructions on starting and growing your microgreens business. With the right supplies and a few hours a week, you can be on your way to earning profits within 10–14 days.

Final Recommendation

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to transform your life and make a meaningful difference by enrolling in the Ultimate Microgreens Course. Say goodbye to the monotonous 9-to-5 routine and hello to an interesting, fun, and rewarding career in the booming health food industry. Get started today and reap the benefits of microgreens farming!
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2024.03.30 06:15 wsppan Today In Phishstory - March 30th

# Today In Phishstory - March 30th Brought to you by tiph-bot. Beep.
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Phish

Phish, Tuesday 03/30/1993 (31 years ago) Hilton Ballroom, Eugene, OR, USA
Gap Chart, Tour: 1993 WinteSpring Tour
Set 1 : Buried Alive > Poor Heart > All Things Reconsidered , Golgi Apparatus , My Friend, My Friend 1 , Llama , Esther 2 , Stash , Glide > Divided Sky , Cavern
Set 2 : Loving Cup , Rift , Tweezer > Lifeboy , Big Ball Jam , Weigh , Mike's Song 3 > I Am Hydrogen > Weekapaug Groove -> Psycho Killer 4 -> Weekapaug Groove , The Horse 5 > Silent in the Morning > Hold Your Head Up > If I Only Had a Brain > Hold Your Head Up , Tweezer Reprise
Encore : My Sweet One , Amazing Grace
1 Beginning featured Trey on acoustic guitar. 2 Random Note signal. 3 Mike dedicated Mike's Song to himself. The band subsequently included several references to it being "his song." 4 Phish debut; unfinished. 5 Trey on acoustic guitar.
Jamchart Notes:
Stash - Spectacularly improvisational and MUST-HEAR . Takes "Stash" WELL beyond anything performed up to this date. Starts exploring right off the bat with an un-"Stash"-like groove, a brief "CYHMK" jam, and a power finish.
Loving Cup - Excellent second-set-opening version.
Tweezer - Page leads the jam for awhile!
Weekapaug Groove - Great jam with an unusual rhythmic and swinging vibe gradually diminishes, then -> to the debut of "Psycho Killer" before -> back to "Weekapaug."
Psycho Killer - -> in from "Weekapaug." Debut of this Talking Heads classic is sandwiched in a strong "Weekapaug." -> back to "Weekapaug."
Weekapaug Groove - -> in from the debut of "Psycho Killer" to conclude yet another strong '93 "Weekapaug."
Show Notes:
The beginning of My Friend and all of The Horse featured Trey on acoustic guitar. My Friend contained a Sesame Street theme tease from Trey. Llama and Stash contained Can't You Hear Me Knocking teases. Esther's intro contained a Random Note signal and a HYHU tease from Page. Misty Mountain Hop was teased in Stash and Weigh. Hydrogen contained Call to the Post teases from Trey. Weekapaug contained a quote by Trey of Is She Really Going Out with Him?. After Weigh, Trey mentioned that "the Big Ball Jam was born in this very room one year ago today" and wished it a happy birthday, followed by a quick tease of Happy Birthday by Page and Trey wishing happy birthday to "Bob" who was in the audience. Mike dedicated Mike's Song to himself. The band subsequently included several references to it being "his song." The Phish debut of Psycho Killer was unfinished. Tela was teased after the soundcheck's "Jam."
Listen now at Phish.in!
Phish, Monday 03/30/1992 (32 years ago) Mississippi Nights, St. Louis, MO, USA
Gap Chart, Tour: 1992 Spring Tour
Set 1 : The Landlady , Llama , Foam , Guelah Papyrus , Sparkle , Maze , I Didn't Know , All Things Reconsidered , The Sloth > Runaway Jim , Cavern
Set 2 : Golgi Apparatus , Uncle Pen , Tweezer , Mound , You Enjoy Myself -> Vacuum Solo 1 -> Big Black Furry Creature from Mars , The Squirming Coil , Weigh > Chalk Dust Torture , Hold Your Head Up > Cracklin' Rosie > Cold as Ice , Bouncing Around the Room > Tweezer Reprise
Encore : Sleeping Monkey > The Oh Kee Pa Ceremony > Suzy Greenberg 2
1 Fish on Bag-Vac. 2 Simpsons signal.
Show Notes:
Tweezer contained a tease from Trey of Pictures of Matchstick Men. The vocal jam in YEM was based loosely on the song Rock On (David Essex) and was followed by a Bag-Vac solo from Fish. BBFCFM included a We're Off to See the Wizard tease and was dedicated to hockey player Brett Hull, who, at that time, played for the St. Louis Blues. After Cracklin' Rosie, Trey remarked that the entire Blues hockey team was guest listed for the show and that he was glad to see one of them, (actually Trey's friend and Aftermath co-author) Roger Holloway, in attendance. Suzy contained a Sailor's Hornpipe tease from Trey and a Simpsons signal.
Listen now at Phish.in!
Phish, 1990-03-30 Lounge Ax, Chicago, IL, USA
Setlist: https://phish.net/setlists/phish-march-30-1990-lounge-ax-chicago-il-usa.html
Tour: 1990 Tour
Show Notes: This one set show was an opener for BOP(harvey). This information is from phish.com.
Phish, Thursday 03/30/1989 (35 years ago) The Front, Burlington, VT, USA
Gap Chart, Tour: 1989 Tour
Set 1 : Bold As Love , McGrupp and the Watchful Hosemasters > Divided Sky , The Price of Love 1 , On Your Way Down , Ya Mar , Fluffhead , Run Like an Antelope
Set 2 : The Mango Song 2 , Mike's Song > I Am Hydrogen > Weekapaug Groove , You Enjoy Myself , Undun 1 , La Grange , Golgi Apparatus
Set 3 : Peaches en Regalia > Foam , AC/DC Bag > Big Black Furry Creature from Mars , Satin Doll , Rocky Top
Encore : Makisupa Policeman
1 First known Phish performance. 2 First known performance.
Jamchart Notes:
Fluffhead - Solid execution throughout, especially in the notoriously challenging section The Chase (4:14 - 5:19). During Page's solo in Clod, there is some great interplay with Trey, while the important role of Fish is accentuated in the industrious, non-linear Bundle of Joy. Humorous vocals and a ripping Arrival section will put a smile on your face.
The Mango Song - Debut.
Show Notes:
Ya Mar contained a Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer tease from Trey and YEM included You're No Good quotes. This show included the first known performance of The Mango Song as well as the first known Phish performances of The Price of Love and Undun.
Listen now at Phish.in!

Mike Gordon

Mike Gordon, 2014-03-30 Bearsville Theater, Woodstock, NY, USA
Setlist: https://phish.net/setlists/mike-gordon-march-30-2014-bearsville-theater-woodstock-ny-usa.html
Tour: Mike Gordon - Spring 2014 Overstep Tour
Show Notes: This show featured the Mike Gordon debut of The Poet's Final Instructions, a poem by John Berryman. The "Take Me to the River" jam included a brief story by Mike regarding the mosh pit that he was encouraging among the crowd... a peaceful, 'Ska mosh pit' and teasing by Mike of the Theme from Peter Gunn. Tiny Little World contained a Take Me to the River tease from Scott.

John Fishman

The Mallett Brothers Band, 2018-03-30 Ocean Mist, Matunuck, RI, USA
Setlist: https://phish.net/setlists/jon-fishman-march-30-2018-ocean-mist-matunuck-ri-usa.html
Tour: Not Part of a Tour
Show Notes:
Pork Tornado, 2000-03-30 Pickle Barrel Pub, Killington, VT, USA
Setlist: https://phish.net/setlists/jon-fishman-march-30-2000-pickle-barrel-pub-killington-vt-usa.html
Tour: Fish - Pork Tornado Spring 2000
Show Notes:

Page McConnell

Page McConnell, 2007-03-30 WXPN-FM Indre Studios, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Setlist: https://phish.net/setlists/page-mcconnell-march-30-2007-wxpn-fm-indre-studios-philadelphia-pa-usa.html
Tour: Page McConnell Spring & Summer 2007 Tour
Show Notes: This performance was part of the "Live Fridays from XPN" concert series and was broadcast live nationally on NPR stations. A recording of the performance is available on npr.org.
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2024.03.26 11:53 xpto1234 Bienwald Marathon - Sub 3 after chasing it for 3.5 years

Race Information

* **Name:** Bienwald Marathon * **Date:** March 10th 2024 * **Distance:** 26.2 miles * **Location:** Kandel / Germany * **Website:** https://bienwald-marathon.de/ * **Time:** 2h58
***Shoes: Altra Torin 5 ***Gels: 1 non-caf Maurten around km 16 / mile 10

Goals

Goal Description Completed?
A Sub 3 *Yes*

Splits

Kilometer Time
10 41:54
20 42:08
30 42:16
40 42:26
Chapter 0 - The elephants in the room
Some might find it odd that I have only consumed one gel and that I didn't wear a super shoe.
Let's get that out of the way first.
I have very wide feet and no super shoe fits. The ones from Altra, which are the widest, are built on their slim template, they don't fit either.
Also, I wanted to tame the beast without the help from super shoes, to be certain the improvement was me and not the shoes.
Ok, what about the gels. When I posted the Valencia race report lots of people told me I need to consume 723 gels, one every 10 seconds, or else I'll be sure to bonk.
While I'm sure gels are excellent tools, I have trouble consuming them at race pace. Yes I have tried to train for it, multiple times, and failed miserably every time.
I had a thought of trying out the more liquid gels, since I can drink liquids fine, but honestly I forgot to try that out.
All I consumed during the race was sips of water, some sips of coca cola, and some sips of whatever electrolytes they were offering.
I also wanted to mention that the weather was 100% perfect, the race organization was really top notch and the pacers did a fantastic job!
Chapter 1 - The history It's fair to say I'm not a natural when it comes to marathons. Before this race I sat with a record of 0x5 against marathons. It's no wonder I hate running marathons. My favorite distance is the 1500m. Even the half marathon feels "too long" for me. I ran my first marathon 14 years ago. That's how long I wanted to tame this beast. The thought of running a sub 3 marathon appeared about 3.5 years ago. In early 2021 I ran a 1h22 half marathon time trial, and at the time in the wake of that big PR I got enough courage to try the marathon again after a 5 year hiatus. The race almost went well but I hit the wall at km 37 with massive cramps on both quads. Then after the race covid hit me with the 7 day adventure package and it took me months to recover fitness. It wasn't until early 2023 when I finally managed to run 10k and 5k PRs, then I once again gathered the courage to run another marathon. It was to be the Valencia marathon in December. Training went well and while base building I managed to run every street in the city of Porto. Covid was not playing nice though, I had to DNS a 5k race in August due to 3 days of misery, then it once again affected me after the half marathon tune up race in early October. About 2 or 3 weeks before the marathon race, something that in hindsight can be described as long covid symptoms hit me. I simply lost maybe 7-8% of fitness overnight. One week I was running 4x15 at 4 minutes per k very easy, the next week running 6km at 4:15 was very, very hard. The race went really bad with me struggling to maintain the pace as early as km 4, suffering aerobically by km 16, then having to drop the pace at the half way mark. It was a long walk / run from there to the finish line, feeling like the ultimate loser of that day while literally thousands of people passed me. The one bright side about that day was that I had no cramps at all which I credit entirely to my disciplined regimen of strength training. After Valencia I've decided that I would take one day at a time and see how my fitness evolved, then when I found myself fit again, I'd choose a marathon and race it.
Chapter 2 - The training I checked the online marathon calendars thoroughly and found good options (flat / cold weather) pretty much from as early as Feb 18th all the way to the end of April. I didn't want to go through an extended period of training though, so the ones from late February to early March were preferred. I saw this race in Kandel, in Germany, called the Bienwald Marathon. Time wise it would work well, there was a half race on the same day (for my wife). And the training block would be short. I thought to myself that I needed less training, not more. I used a little bit of that Hansons structure for my training. Shorter days or days off on Wednesday, big workout on Thursday, long run on Sunday. Tuesdays would be either an easy day or a time trial at the track. I wanted to execute 3 things: Work my way up again to a 2h40 long run Complete 10 miles at marathon pace and finish it comfortably Improve my times in the time trials I managed all 3. Somewhere between January 11th and January 30th those long covid symptoms/ whatever it was that was holding me back aerobically disappeared, and I was able to run 10:40 for 3000m which is very close to my peak fitness. At that point I knew I was in good shape aerobically.
Chapter 3 - The race We travelled to Karlsruhe in Germany on Wednesday. It's a lovely city, I'm told it's got a big engineering vibe and it shows, the city is spotless, clean, beautiful and well preserved. We didn't want to take chances with food, so we stuck to eating our meals at the local Dean & David branches, which offer a good selection of healthy wraps and sandwiches. We did check out Pinsa Sì, a place for pinsas the night before the race. Pinsa is very similar to a pizza, but the dough is lighter. Just as delicious. Kandel is only a 17 minute train ride again. A very small town of only 2800 people. The air quality was very good, which is good news to my allergic self. There's a sports pavilion where the expo happened and which is in front of the start lines. So people can stay warm inside until it's time to go to the starting block. That was brilliant! I had recently disabled the heart race sensor in my watch, because it would often confuse itself with my cadence. Then I disabled the auto lap, cause I don't really need to know how every km went. For the race, I had a view with lap distance, Lap pace and lap time. I never pressed the lap button. So whatever was there as the average lap time, it needed to stay under 4:15 for me to run sub 3. That's all I cared. At the start, I positioned myself just behind the 2 sub 3 hour pacers. There were pacers for the half and the marathon in 15 minute increments, I found that to be fantastic news for such a small event (500 finishers in the marathon , 1500 in the half). The first few kms out of Kandel are a bit crowdy as the half marathon starts together. That's alright though and I'm mostly staying relaxed and trying to avoid hitting anymore. This goes on until about km 10.5 where the half marathons turn around but we the marathons carry on forward. The group has now trimmed quite a bit to maybe 8-10 people, including the lead female runner. I find it quite interesting that she was breathing hard as early as km 16, yet she managed to stick with the group and finished in sub 3 hours. She's also in the 45+ age group, well done Lady! The kms tick by and I"m feeling okay. Running with the pack with the 2 pacers in front means I don't have to worry much about anything, just put one foot in front of another and patiently wait. Because the boredom of the marathon is real. I'd qualify running the perfect marathon is similar to being in the waiting room for a painful medical procedure. And the doctor is late. So you wait, and wait, and yawn, wait, yawn, then by the end it's your time and it hurts a little, but then the procedure is over and you're just happy you're not hurting anymore LOL Anyway, at around km 21 we turn to the right side and I can see the 31K mark on the other side of the road. I just think to myself I need to count down to 31K, and then 32K is just next, and then there's only the other half of this race, the last 10km to go. And that's exactly what I did. Waiting and waiting and waiting. Yawn, some more waiting. I was still feeling okay at 33 km. Most of the time during that long wait I was just working to clear my mind of negative thoughts. I kept repeating "Just sit back, relax, and follow the group". By the way, a sub 3 hours marathon means 4:15 per km. 4:15 per km means 17 minutes every 4 km. 4.25 * 2 = 8.5 * 2 = 17 From about km 20 I realized it was silly to keep checking my watch at every km, so I just checked every 4km. That worked well until about km 33, then I started checking it every km as I did my countdown to home LOL. At around km 36 the group dispersed a bit at an aid station, one pacer kept with the front of the group which was me + other 2 guys, the other pacer stayed a bit behind with the lead female and the rest of the group. This is where I started to suffer just a bit, and by km 38 the suffering was more intense. I kept repeating to myself "I forbid you to slow down now!" Then my group lost a guy, then another, then by km 39 it was only me and the pacer running side by side. And he was breathing quite hard, definitely harder than me. At around km 40 there was this other guy in a black t-shirt maybe 5m ahead. I put in a very short surge to get closer to him and started following him instead, the pacer was left behind a bit, and now runner less, with his duty accomplished, he went back to help the other group. What a legend! Anyway, with 2km to go I started to think it was going to happen. I just worked hard to keep concentration, keep the pace. I passed a guy in black near the entrance to the stadium. I then noticed that another guy was just up ahead. Anyway the race finishes with running about 300m in an athletics track. I entered the track in hot pursuit of him and then put in a surge to pass him. Later I'd see that I sped up to mile pace to pass him, to think I had that kind of speed that late in the race. I easily passed by him with thoughts of sprinting to the finish line and having the best marathon time possible. But then I thought screw that, I don't want to look like a fish out of water, I want to savour this moment as best as I can, so I slowed down a little to enjoy the moment. Then nearly ran over a volunteer who was blocking the way after the finish line.

Chapter 4 - The future

I'm now mostly done with marathons. I don't like racing marathons and I don't like 2h40 long runs.
Bar a big break through in my half times, it's unlikely I'll run another marathon any time soon.
But it's like that, never say never.
The biggest lesson learned is that you can't force a result, especially not with the marathon. You train patiently, making sure to never over train, and then some day the stars align and you run the time you want and maybe some more.
As compared to Valencia I trained less mileage and did easier workouts. And it worked!
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2024.03.22 16:16 AveZombier Q: Template cutting paper with power tools?

So does anyone have experience with this idea? I want to cut many many layers of paper with a router or maybe a jigsaw. I plan on sandwiching 50-100 layers of paper between two identical plywood templates clamping them in place. Then with a router and a template bit, or maybe a jigsaw, cut through them. I know this will make a giant mess and require good respirators. I'll have to move and re-clamp as i work my way around the template. But will it work? I do have a band saw, but I do not currently have the right blade for it, I use it for resawing so I have 3/4 4tpi on hand and would likely want a 1/8 10+tpi for such detail.
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2024.03.19 09:42 ultracute007 Ultimate Microgreens Course Review in 2024

Ultimate Microgreens Course Review in 2024
Imagine a world where you can turn your passion for gardening into a thriving business, all while improving your health and connecting with your community. With “The Ultimate Microgreens Course,” this dream can become your reality.
Packed with step-by-step instructions and expert guidance, this comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know about growing and selling microgreens, the tiny vegetable seedlings that pack a nutritious punch. Whether you’re a gardening novice or an experienced green thumb, this course will empower you to establish a successful microgreens business and earn a substantial income.

Finding Selling Opportunities

Learning how to find selling opportunities is a crucial aspect of any microgreens business. In the Ultimate Microgreens Course, you will receive valuable insights on identifying potential buyers and establishing profitable partnerships. By understanding the market demand and consumer preferences, you can maximize your selling potential and generate substantial income.

Encouragement for Beginners

We understand that starting a new venture can be overwhelming, especially if you have no gardening experience. That’s why the Ultimate Microgreens Course encourages beginners to start small. This approach allows you to become comfortable with the process and gain confidence as you progress. Our course provides comprehensive guidance specifically tailored to beginners, ensuring that you have a strong foundation before scaling up your microgreens business.
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Ultimate Microgreens Course Review in 2024

What It’s Used For

Unlocking Microgreens’ Potential

Microgreens present a world of possibilities when it comes to culinary creations and nutritional enhancement. The Ultimate Microgreens Course equips you with the knowledge and techniques to unlock the full potential of microgreens in your cooking. From incorporating microgreens into salads, sandwiches, and smoothies to using them as garnishes, you’ll discover a plethora of creative ways to elevate your meals and introduce bursts of flavor and freshness.

Wellness and Nutritional Benefits

Beyond their culinary applications, microgreens offer significant wellness and nutritional benefits. These tiny seedlings are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Incorporating microgreens into your daily diet can help boost your immune system, support heart health, improve digestion, and even contribute to healthy weight management.

Sustainable Food Production

The Ultimate Microgreens Course emphasizes the importance of sustainable food production. Microgreens farming is an environmentally friendly method of food cultivation, requiring less water and space and generating minimal waste. By growing your microgreens, you contribute to reducing the carbon footprint associated with large-scale agriculture and promote a more sustainable food system.

Culinary Delights at Home

One of the joys of microgreens farming is the ability to enjoy fresh and vibrant produce right at home. By growing your microgreens, you have access to a constant supply of delicate, tender, and flavorful greens. This means no more reliance on grocery stores or settling for subpar quality. Embrace the pleasure of picking your microgreens, knowing that they are as fresh and nutrient-rich as can be.

Who Needs This

Microgreens farming is perfect for individuals who are passionate about healthy living, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, retiree seeking a fulfilling hobby, or an aspiring entrepreneur looking to break free from the conventional 9-to-5 routine, the Ultimate Microgreens Course is designed to meet your needs.
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Pros and Cons

Pros:
  • Comprehensive and detailed step-by-step instructions
  • Valuable insights on finding selling opportunities
  • Business strategies and templates for success
  • Inclusion of scientific research and evidence
  • Certifications, endorsements, and positive testimonials
  • Lifetime access to materials and 24/7 customer support
Cons:
  • The course takes commitment and dedicated time to master the techniques
  • Success is dependent on market demand and individual effort
  • Requires initial investment in supplies and infrastructure

What Customers Are Saying

“Before taking the Ultimate Microgreens Course, I had zero gardening experience. Now, I’m successfully growing and selling microgreens, making a profit every week. The course is filled with valuable information, easy-to-follow instructions, and supportive resources. I highly recommend it!” — Jane D.
“The Ultimate Microgreens Course has been a game-changer for me. Not only am I enjoying the freedom of running my own microgreens business, but I’m also contributing to my community’s health and sustainability. If you’re interested in a rewarding career and making a difference, this course is a must!” — John P.

Overall Value

The Ultimate Microgreens Course offers unparalleled value for individuals interested in microgreens farming. With its comprehensive guidance, business strategies, and lifetime access to materials, this course provides you with the tools needed to transform your life and potentially earn over a thousand dollars per week. Investing in the Ultimate Microgreens Course means investing in your future and the well-being of your community.

Tips and Tricks For Best Results

  1. Start small: Don’t feel overwhelmed by the process; begin by growing a few varieties of microgreens and gradually expand as you gain experience.
  2. Stay organized: Keep track of planting schedules, harvesting dates, and sales records to optimize your business operations and maximize profitability.
  3. Experiment with flavors: Try growing different microgreens varieties to explore new flavors and add diversity to your offerings.
  4. Market strategically: Identify local eateries, farmers’ markets, and health food stores for potential partnerships and selling opportunities. Leverage social media platforms to promote your microgreens business.

Final Thoughts

Product Summary

The Ultimate Microgreens Course is a comprehensive guide that equips you with the knowledge and skills to become a successful microgreens farmer. Whether you’re a beginner or have no prior gardening experience, this course provides detailed step-by-step instructions on starting and growing your microgreens business. With the right supplies and a few hours a week, you can be on your way to earning profits within 10–14 days.

Final Recommendation

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to transform your life and make a meaningful difference by enrolling in the Ultimate Microgreens Course. Say goodbye to the monotonous 9-to-5 routine and hello to an interesting, fun, and rewarding career in the booming health food industry. Get started today and reap the benefits of microgreens farming!
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2024.03.19 09:36 ultracute007 The Ultimate Microgreens Course Review 2024: Is Microgreens Business Profitable?

The Ultimate Microgreens Course Review 2024: Is Microgreens Business Profitable?
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Imagine a world where you can turn your passion for gardening into a thriving business, all while improving your health and connecting with your community. With “The Ultimate Microgreens Course,” this dream can become your reality.
Packed with step-by-step instructions and expert guidance, this comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know about growing and selling microgreens, the tiny vegetable seedlings that pack a nutritious punch. Whether you’re a gardening novice or an experienced green thumb, this course will empower you to establish a successful microgreens business and earn a substantial income.
Say goodbye to the mundane 9 to 5 and embrace a fulfilling career that brings flavor, health, and prosperity into your life. Start your journey into the exciting world of microgreens today and unlock the incredible potential of this booming health food industry.
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The Ultimate Microgreens Course Review 2024: Is Microgreens Business Profitable?
Why Consider This Course?
Transform Your Life and Earnings The Ultimate Microgreens Course offers a comprehensive guide that has the potential to transform your life and increase your earnings. With the knowledge and skills gained from this course, you have the opportunity to earn over a thousand dollars per week. Microgreens, being small vegetable seedlings bursting with flavor and rich in nutrients, not only enhance your taste buds but also benefit your overall health. Incorporating microgreens into your everyday life can lead to a powerful boost in nutrition and well-being.
Supported by Scientific Research and Evidence Scientific research has outlined the numerous health benefits associated with microgreens consumption. Studies show that microgreens contain higher concentrations of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants compared to their fully grown counterparts. For instance, red cabbage microgreens contain up to six times the concentration of vitamin C as mature cabbage. These findings make microgreens an excellent addition to any diet, and with the Ultimate Microgreens Course, you’ll learn how to grow and incorporate them into your meals.
Certifications, Endorsements, and Testimonials The Ultimate Microgreens Course is backed by certifications, endorsements, and positive testimonials from satisfied customers. Our instructors are experts in the field of microgreens cultivation and have years of experience. The course materials are designed to provide the most up-to-date and accurate information to ensure your success. Additionally, we have received endorsements from professionals in the health and nutrition industry who recognize the tremendous value and potential of microgreens.
Features and Benefits
In-Depth Step-by-Step Guidance
This course provides in-depth step-by-step instructions on how to start and grow your own microgreens business. Whether you plan to establish your microgreens farm in a spare room at home or at a commercial location, our course covers it all. From setting up the necessary infrastructure to understanding the specific needs of different microgreens varieties, you will gain the expertise to succeed.
Finding Selling Opportunities
Learning how to find selling opportunities is a crucial aspect of any microgreens business. In the Ultimate Microgreens Course, you will receive valuable insights on identifying potential buyers and establishing profitable partnerships. By understanding the market demand and consumer preferences, you can maximize your selling potential and generate substantial income.
Encouragement for Beginners
We understand that starting a new venture can be overwhelming, especially if you have no gardening experience. That’s why the Ultimate Microgreens Course encourages beginners to start small. This approach allows you to become comfortable with the process and gain confidence as you progress. Our course provides comprehensive guidance specifically tailored to beginners, ensuring that you have a strong foundation before scaling up your microgreens business.
Comprehensive Business Strategies
In addition to the technical aspects of growing microgreens, the course also delves into essential business strategies. You will learn how to market and sell your microgreens effectively. The course provides templates and resources to assist you in creating professional business plans, branding, and marketing materials. With these tools at your disposal, you’ll be well-prepared to launch and promote your microgreens business.
Unlocking Microgreens’ Potential
Microgreens present a world of possibilities when it comes to culinary creations and nutritional enhancement. The Ultimate Microgreens Course equips you with the knowledge and techniques to unlock the full potential of microgreens in your cooking. From incorporating microgreens into salads, sandwiches, and smoothies to using them as garnishes, you’ll discover a plethora of creative ways to elevate your meals and introduce bursts of flavor and freshness.
Wellness and Nutritional Benefits
Beyond their culinary applications, microgreens offer significant wellness and nutritional benefits. These tiny seedlings are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Incorporating microgreens into your daily diet can help boost your immune system, support heart health, improve digestion, and even contribute to healthy weight management.
Sustainable Food Production
The Ultimate Microgreens Course emphasizes the importance of sustainable food production. Microgreens farming is an environmentally friendly method of food cultivation, requiring less water and space and generating minimal waste. By growing your microgreens, you contribute to reducing the carbon footprint associated with large-scale agriculture and promote a more sustainable food system.
Culinary Delights at Home
One of the joys of microgreens farming is the ability to enjoy fresh and vibrant produce right at home. By growing your microgreens, you have access to a constant supply of delicate, tender, and flavorful greens. This means no more reliance on grocery stores or settling for subpar quality. Embrace the pleasure of picking your microgreens, knowing that they are as fresh and nutrient-rich as can be.
Who Needs This
Microgreens farming is perfect for individuals who are passionate about healthy living, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, retiree seeking a fulfilling hobby, or an aspiring entrepreneur looking to break free from the conventional 9-to-5 routine, the Ultimate Microgreens Course is designed to meet your needs.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
Comprehensive and detailed step-by-step instructions
Valuable insights on finding selling opportunities
Business strategies and templates for success
Inclusion of scientific research and evidence
Certifications, endorsements, and positive testimonials
Lifetime access to materials and 24/7 customer support
Cons:
The course takes commitment and dedicated time to master the techniques
Success is dependent on market demand and individual effort
Requires initial investment in supplies and infrastructure
Final Recommendation
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to transform your life and make a meaningful difference by enrolling in the Ultimate Microgreens Course. Say goodbye to the monotonous 9-to-5 routine and hello to an interesting, fun, and rewarding career in the booming health food industry. Get started today and reap the benefits of microgreens farming!
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2024.03.10 12:14 CoolCucumber707 Decluttering Sale: Oculus Rift, Sandwich Maker, Full Tower Cabinet and more!

Hi all, got a bunch of pre-loved items that I haven't used since long hence looking to declutter and sell them to people who can make better use of them.
All items are:
List of Items
  1. Oculus Rift CV1 + 2x Touch Controllers + Extra motion sensor
    1. Product Details - Minimum Req Wiki Setup Info
    2. Image - Image1
    3. Age - 7+ years, barely used
    4. Price - 15,000
  2. Corsair 780T Full-Tower PC Case
    1. Product Details - Official Product Page
    2. Image - Image1 Image2
    3. Age - 7+ years, some scratches on the transparent side
    4. Price - 5,000
  3. Corsair H105 240mm AIO Cooler
    1. Product Details - Official Product Page (works with old sockets mostly, check the tech specs)
    2. Image - Image1
    3. Age - 7+ years, unused since last 3 years
    4. Price - 3,000
  4. HP Ink Printer 2645 (Scan + Color Print)
    1. Product Details - Official Product Page (Good for mid-small use, costly ink)
    2. Image - Image1 Image2
    3. Age - 5+ years, Ocassionally used, fully functional
    4. Price - 1000
  5. Laptop Stand - Table mounted
    1. Product Details - Product Page
    2. Image - Image1
    3. Age - 5+ years
    4. Price - 2,000
  6. Philips 2.1 channel speakers
    1. Product Details - Product Page
    2. Image - Image1
    3. Age - 6+ years, barely used
    4. Price - 500
  7. Arise Sandwich Maker
    1. Product Details - Couldn't find one lol but it makes decent sandwiches
    2. Image - Image1 Image2
    3. Age - 2+ years, use ocassionally
    4. Price - 500
Bulk Offer - If someone buys first 6 items, I'll include sandwich maker for free!
I know this goes against the conventional posting template, so if mods don't approve, please let me know i'm okay to modify.
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2024.03.08 22:32 Useful_Welder_4269 Best Restaurants of Various Cuisines?

I moved up here not too long ago from Queens (I know— another transplant. sorry) and I’m obviously thrilled to be here, but the food options in Queens were undeniably amazing. The food I’ve had up here has been spectacular, but I’m trying to expand! I’m in southern Dutchess, but I’m so new here that I’d love recs for literally anywhere in the valley.
I tried searching for something like this, but I haven’t found a list in this subreddit of everyone’s favorites in a wide variety of cuisines.
If you feel like participating, which would be fantastic, here’s a little template to make it easier. I know it’s missing a ton of countries, styles, and cultures, but it’s a start. And I know it’s silly to add guac but the best burritos I’ve had so far had the worst guac! And, if this gets any traction, I can always update this template with recs.
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2024.03.08 08:09 TumbleweedRude6142 Roland Lazenby Details Magic Johnson's Triumphs and Tribulations

Magic Johnson starred at Michigan State, leading the Spartans to the 1979 NCAA title in a famous showdown with Larry Bird's Indiana State Seminoles. Johnson then won five NBA titles (1980, 1982, 1985, 1987-88) with the L.A. Lakers while earning three regular season MVPs (1987, 1989-90) and three NBA Finals MVPs (1980, 1982, 1987). Johnson broke Oscar Robertson's NBA record for career regular season assists, and Johnson currently ranks seventh on the all-time regular season assists list in addition to holding the record for career playoff assists. Johnson led the NBA in regular season assists four times (1983-84, 1986-87) while also leading the league in steals twice (1981-82) and free throw percentage once (1989).
Johnson suddenly retired from the NBA in November 1991 after being diagnosed as HIV positive, but Commissioner David Stern permitted Johnson to play in the 1992 NBA All-Star Game, and Johnson won the 1992 All-Star Game MVP. Johnson coached the Lakers for the final 16 games of the 1994 season, but did not return to the bench after the Lakers went 5-11 with him at the helm. Johnson came back to the NBA as a player for 32 regular season games and four playoff games in 1996 before retiring for the final time. Johnson's lucrative endorsements and savvy business deals enabled him to amass a net worth of more than $1 billion.
Roland Lazenby's Magic: The Life of Earvin "Magic" Johnson (Celadon Books, 813 pages, $40.00) provides a detailed, engaging account of Johnson's ascension from high school phenomenon to NCAA champion to all-time NBA great. Lazenby has written biographies of several all-time great basketball players, including Jerry West, Michael Jordan, and Kobe Bryant. Lazenby's Magic Johnson biography is divided into three parts: Part I is titled "Lansing," Part II is titled "Hollywood," and Part III is titled "Across The Great Divide."
Lansing
Part I is the longest section of the book (338 pages), and some reviewers have criticized Lazenby for focusing so much attention not only on Johnson's early days but also on Johnson's family history dating back to the 1800s. Lazenby has stated that his intention was to not just tell the story of Johnson's basketball life but to place Johnson's entire life in the larger context of American history. Lazenby may not have written the book that some other people think that he should have written, but it is only fair to evaluate Lazenby's book based on what he wrote and what he tried to accomplish--not on what other people think that he should have written or tried to accomplish.
It is interesting to learn about Johnson's family history, and it is also interesting to consider the different ways that family history can be interpreted and understood. Some of Johnson's ancestors were slaves, so should we focus on the persecution they suffered, or should we focus on how in America it is possible for a descendant of slaves to become a world-famous sports legend who earned generational wealth? Acknowledging the opportunities that America provides does not in any way diminish the horrors of slavery and racism. Reading about Johnson's family history reminds us that America is a flawed country with a troubling past but also a great country that, in the immortal words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is striving to live up to its great, foundational principles: "I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.'"
Johnson grew up in Lansing, Michigan, and Lazenby describes in great detail the critically important mentoring that Johnson received not only from his parents Earvin Sr. and Christine but also from members of the Lansing community, including Dr. Charles Tucker. Johnson worked hard to develop his unique skill set that enabled him to take advantage of his size to attack the paint while also running the show on the perimeter with his deft ballhandling and passing. During Johnson's first two high school varsity seasons, he was very disappointed by his failure to lead Everett High School to the Michigan state high school championship. Johnson set individual records and received a lot of acclaim--including the "Magic" nickname that has stuck with him ever since--but Johnson always focused more on team success than individual recognition. As a senior, Johnson led Everett High School to the state title, though his squad had to survive overtime after an opposing player hit a long shot at the end of regulation--a shot that today would be worth three points and thus would have ended the game on the spot!
After graduating from high school, Johnson played for Michigan State, and his freshman season ended with a 52-49 NCAA Tournament loss to Kentucky, the eventual national champion. Johnson--who became renowned for his triple double prowess--only managed a "triple single" versus Kentucky: six points on 2-10 field goal shooting, plus five assists and four rebounds. Johnson averaged 11 ppg on .278 field goal shooting in three games in the 1978 NCAA Tournament. Johnson later spoke about what he called "Winning Time," but up to that point in his young career he had won one championship while experiencing several frustrating postseason losses during which he did not perform up to his standards.
The narrative arc of Johnson's career changed in 1979. Michigan State posted a 21-6 regular season record during Johnson's sophomore campaign, and the Spartans' 13-5 Big 10 record was good enough to share the Big 10 title with Iowa and Purdue. Johnson logged two triple doubles in Michigan State's first four NCAA Tournament games as the Spartans defeated Lamar, Louisiana State, Notre Dame, and Pennsylvania to reach the NCAA Championship Game, where they faced the number one ranked 33-0 Indiana State Sycamores led by Larry Bird. Johnson scored a game-high 24 points on 8-15 field goal shooting as his Spartans defeated Bird's Sycamores, 75-64. Johnson also had seven rebounds and five assists, though his teammate Greg Kelser led the Spartans in both categories with eight and nine respectively. Bird paced Indiana State with 19 points and he grabbed a game-high 13 rebounds, but he shot just 7-21 from the field and only dished for two assists. Johnson earned the tournament's Most Outstanding Player award. The Bird-Johnson title showdown was a big story at the time, and it is viewed as a watershed moment not just in college basketball history but in basketball history overall, because Bird and Johnson became the faces of the NBA during the 1980s.
Hollywood
Part II of Lazenby's book focuses on Johnson's Lakers career, including Johnson's rivalry with Bird that transformed the NBA (although Lazenby astutely points out that Michael Jordan ultimately proved to be Johnson's biggest rival, particularly in terms of endorsements).
It is important to look at the Bird-Johnson rivalry dispassionately, and then compare the facts with the hype. Johnson's team beat Bird's team for the 1979 NCAA title, Johnson won an NBA title and the NBA Finals MVP as a rookie, Johnson won two NBA titles in his first three NBA seasons, and Johnson's L.A. Lakers won five NBA titles while making nine NBA Finals appearances. Johnson's Lakers beat Bird's Boston Celtics two out of three times in the NBA Finals. Bird won an NBA title in his second season in 1981, but his teammate Cedric Maxwell won the 1981 NBA Finals MVP. Bird won three NBA titles and two NBA Finals MVPs while making five NBA Finals appearances.
Basketball is a team game, and thus individual basketball greatness is generally measured in connection with team success--but despite the fact that Johnson consistently enjoyed greater team success than Bird, media members bestowed more honors on Bird: Bird won the 1979 Naismith Award honoring him as the college basketball player of the year, Bird won the 1980 NBA Rookie of the Year award, and Bird won three straight NBA regular season MVP awards before Johnson won his first NBA regular season MVP (Johnson finished his career with three NBA regular season MVP awards). By the mid-1980s, many media members declared Bird to be the greatest basketball player of all-time without explaining how Bird had surpassed not only Johnson but also Bill Russell (who won 11 NBA titles in 13 seasons), Wilt Chamberlain (who won two NBA titles and is still the most dominant individual force in the sport's history), and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (who won six NBA titles and a record six NBA regular season MVP awards while setting a career scoring record that stood for almost 40 years). For that matter, an intelligent case could be made that Bird did not surpass Julius Erving, whose Philadelphia 76ers beat Bird's Celtics two of the first three times they faced each other in the Eastern Conference Finals before prime Bird triumphed over 35 year old Erving in the 1985 Eastern Conference Finals. Erving won four regular season MVPs, three championships, and two Playoff MVPs.
There is no doubt that Bird was a great player. He easily secured a place in my pro basketball Pantheon. It is just difficult to understand objectively why he was ever ranked ahead of Magic Johnson, let alone elevated above Russell, Chamberlain, and Abdul-Jabbar. After Johnson led the Lakers to back to back championships in 1987-88--something no team had accomplished since Russell's Celtics won championships in 1968-69--and then took the Lakers to the 1991 NBA Finals while Bird and the Celtics faded from championship contention, the chatter about Bird being the greatest player of all-time quieted down. Michael Jordan's emergence as a six-time champion in the 1990s ended talk of Bird being the greatest basketball player of all-time for everyone except the most dedicated Celtics fans.
The much anticipated NBA Finals version of the 1979 Johnson-Bird NCAA championship showdown did not happen until five years later; in three of Johnson's first four seasons, his Lakers squared off versus Erving's 76ers in the NBA Finals. In 1980, Erving's 76ers humbled Bird's Celtics in five games in the Eastern Conference Finals, while Johnson's Lakers defeated the defending NBA champion Seattle SuperSonics by the same margin in the Western Conference Finals. The Lakers reached the NBA Finals despite being forced to change coaches after starting the season with a 10-4 record. Jack McKinney suffered serious head injuries in a bicycle accident, so the Lakers elevated assistant coach Paul Westhead, and Westhead hired Pat Riley--a former Lakers player turned broadcaster--to be his assistant (during that era, teams did not have a whole crew of assistant coaches).
The Lakers enjoyed homecourt advantage in the 1980 NBA Finals because they went 60-22 in the regular season while the 76ers finished 59-23. Abdul-Jabbar won his sixth and final regular season MVP award, with Erving finishing second and George Gervin placing third.
The Lakers won game one 109-102, but the 76ers seized homecourt advantage with a 107-104 game two victory. The Lakers countered by splitting the next two games in Philadelphia, setting up a pivotal game five. Abdul-Jabbar (40 points, 15 rebounds) and Erving (36 points, nine rebounds, six assists, four steals) had a sensational duel as the Lakers prevailed, 108-103. Johnson had an unusual stat line: 14 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, 10 turnovers, 4-13 field goal shooting. The victory came at a high price for the Lakers: Abdul-Jabbar sprained his ankle late in the contest, and although he was able to return to finish the game he did not make the trip to Philadelphia for game six.
Game six featured one of the most legendary performances in sports history: Johnson jumped center in place of Abdul-Jabbar and he played center, forward, and guard while tallying 42 points, 15 rebounds, and seven assists as the Lakers blew open a close game to win 123-107. It should be emphasized that before Johnson's heroics the Lakers already enjoyed a 3-2 series lead as Abdul-Jabbar paced both teams in scoring (33.4 ppg) and rebounding (13.6 rpg), so even if the Lakers had lost game six they had game seven at home thanks to Abdul-Jabbar's dominance. A case could be made that Abdul-Jabbar should have won the Finals MVP, but it is understandable why the NBA (and CBS) preferred that the award go to Johnson, who had played so well in game six and was on site to receive the honor. In a three year span, Johnson won the Michigan high school championship, the NCAA title, and the NBA title.
During an era when championship teams always had at least one Hall of Fame big man--including Abdul-Jabbar, Portland's Bill Walton, Washington's Elvin Hayes/Wes Unseld duo, Seattle's Jack Sikma, and Boston's Robert Parish/Kevin McHale duo--Erving led the 76ers to the NBA Finals in 1977, 1980, and 1982 playing alongside big men Darryl Dawkins and Caldwell Jones, neither of whom was ever selected as an NBA All-Star (Jones earned one ABA All-Star selection). Erving could only do so much to overcome his team's lack of a dominant big man; as Pat Riley famously noted, "No rebounds, no rings": in the 1980 NBA Finals, the Lakers outrebounded the 76ers 51.3 rpg to 37.2 rpg. Jones led the 76ers with 8.3 rpg and small forward Erving ranked second on the team with 7.0 rpg, but four Lakers averaged at least 7.0 rpg, with Abdul-Jabbar and Johnson (11.2 rpg) leading the way.
Lazenby recounts all these events in an engaging style, with many quotes from a variety of players, coaches, and media members with firsthand knowledge of Johnson's spectacular rookie season success. After discussing Johnson's incredible NBA debut, Lazenby contrasts the endorsement opportunities available to Johnson in 1979-80 with the much more lucrative endorsement opportunities presented to Michael Jordan just five years later, and asserts that this has long been a source of consternation for Johnson.
Lazenby quotes long-time NBA executive Pat Williams--the 76ers General Manager from 1974-86--regarding how the NBA's popularity soared during the 1980s. Williams declared that even with a star as big as Erving the 76ers struggled to attract fans to games in the 1970s. While it is no doubt true that the NBA's in person attendance and worldwide popularity is much greater now than it was in the 1970s, it is important to give Erving credit for how much he contributed to the NBA in the 1970s. It is not an exaggeration to say that for several years Erving carried the league, laying the groundwork for the NBA's tremendous growth in the 1980s and beyond. The 76ers acquired Erving from the New York Nets in the wake of the 1976 ABA-NBA merger, and Erving made an immediate box office impact across the league: in the 1976-77 season, the Philadelphia 76ers set franchise records for both home attendance (15,438 per game) and road attendance (15,438 per game). The 76ers set an NBA record with 33 road sellouts, and the overall league attendance per game increased by 682 to a record 10,973. The 76ers sold out seven of their 10 home playoff games, second only to the Portland Trail Blazers (10/10). A league record 27,383 fans packed the Superdome in New Orleans to see Erving's first NBA regular season game versus the New Orleans Jazz. The next night, 15,676 Houston fans watched Erving's debut against the Rockets, setting a record for the largest attendance at an NBA game in Texas. Chuck Daly--a 76ers assistant coach from 1978-81, and later the head coach of two Detroit championship teams--described the 76ers' road following in that era by declaring, "This is like traveling with the Rolling Stones."
A Pat Williams quote from several years ago best summarizes Erving's overall impact on pro basketball: "You'd have to use words like electrifying, revolutionary. There's never been anybody quite like him, including Michael (Jordan). If Julius was in his prime now, in this era of intense electronic media, he would be beyond comprehension. He would blow everybody away."
Erving--who had already won three ABA regular season MVP awards--won the 1981 NBA regular season MVP, becoming the first non-center to capture that honor since Oscar Robertson in 1964. Bird finished second, and Abdul-Jabbar was third. Magic Johnson was only 11th because a knee injury limited him to just 37 games; he led the league in steals (career-high 3.4 spg) while averaging 21.6 ppg, 8.6 rpg, and 8.6 apg. The Lakers posted a 26-11 record with Johnson, and a 28-17 record without him, ranking second in the Western Conference with a 54-28 record. Johnson was out of action from late November 1980 through late February 1981 but he returned for the stretch run and he closed the season with two sensational performances: 41 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists versus the Utah Jazz, and 33 points, 15 rebounds, and 17 assists versus the Denver Nuggets--but the Lakers narrowly lost both games, foreshadowing what would happen in the playoffs.
At that time, the four division winners each received a first round bye while the remaining four playoff teams in each conference played a best out of three first round mini-series. The Lakers faced the 40-42 Houston Rockets, a team that featured 1979 regular season MVP Moses Malone surrounded by a mixture of past their prime All-Stars and young role players; on paper, it looked like a mismatch in favor of the Lakers but--as Kenny Mayne used to say--games are not played on paper, they are played inside your television set. Malone had a monster game one performance (38 points, 23 rebounds) as the Rockets stole game one in L.A. The Lakers returned the favor in Houston despite Malone racking up 33 points and 15 rebounds, setting the stage for a winner take all game in L.A. In game three, both teams shot worse than .400 from the field, but even though Abdul-Jabbar outplayed Moses Malone with 32 points and 18 rebounds compared to 23 points and 15 rebounds, Johnson shot just 2-14 from the field as the Rockets prevailed, 89-86. One of Johnson's many misses was an air ball in the paint with a chance to tie the score late in the game.
The Rockets reached the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history. Meanwhile, Bird's Celtics overcame a 3-1 Eastern Conference Finals deficit versus Erving's 76ers, winning the last three games by a combined five points. Bird shot just .419 from the field versus the Rockets, and his teammate Cedric Maxwell earned the NBA Finals MVP as Boston prevailed in six games.
Lazenby notes that the Lakers' good regular season record and Johnson's gaudy statistics masked the team's underlying internal turmoil. Abdul-Jabbar favored a slower paced game so that he could set up shop in the paint and launch his deadly skyhook, but Johnson and many of the team's younger players wanted to push the pace. Meanwhile, Lakers' owner Jerry Buss signed Johnson to a "lifetime" contract worth $25 million--a princely sum for a basketball player in those days, and a number sure to ruffle the feathers of Johnson's teammates, most notably Abdul-Jabber, who was still nursing feelings of being unappreciated in general as well as specifically regarding the 1980 Finals MVP award.
Coach Westhead became known as the "Guru of Go" because he loved for his teams to push the pace, but in 1981 he attempted to install some halfcourt sets for Abdul-Jabbar as an option for when opposing teams stopped the Lakers' fast break. Johnson, who had more power in the organization than anyone other than Buss, felt miserable and made no secret about it; as a result, Buss fired Westhead even though the Lakers started the 1981-82 season with a 7-4 record and were riding a five game winning streak. It should be noted that Westhead does not accept the prevailing narrative about why he was fired. Lazenby quotes Westhead (p. 494): "The only thing I will say that I want to attempt to clarify, was the explanation that the team was not running as much. I said, 'Well, you can fire me for a million things. Take your pick. You didn't relate to the team. All the classic things. You weren't tough enough. You were too tough.' But every practice of my coaching career has been running. So, if that was the reason, that's not a reason, not an accurate reason. Fire me for other things then. That's the only clarification that I requested. Not that it mattered. If you're relieved, then you're relieved. Ultimately, history will look back and see me as the mad scientist who ran more than any other coach, maybe in the history of the game. He might have lost a lot of games. He might have been fired more than anybody in the history of the game, but nobody ran more."
Buss wanted to hire Jerry West to replace Westhead, but West had zero interest in being a head coach again (he had coached the Lakers from 1976-79), so Riley completed an implausible rise from role player to commentator to assistant coach to head coach of a championship caliber team. The Lakers made a key midseason acquistion, trading a second round pick for Bob McAdoo, the 1975 NBA regular season MVP and three-time NBA scoring champion (1974-76).
The Lakers went 50-21 with Riley at the helm, finishing with the best record in the Western Conference. They went 10-2 to close out the season--including victories in the final three games--and after receiving a first round bye they swept Phoenix and San Antonio to reach the NBA Finals. The Lakers had not lost a game in six weeks by the time they faced the 76ers in a rematch of the 1980 NBA Finals--and after beating the 76ers 124-117 in game one the Lakers set a record with their ninth straight playoff win, breaking the mark previously held by the 1950 Minneapolis Lakers. The 76ers bounced back to salvage a split of their home games (they enjoyed homecourt advantage based on their 58-24 regular season record), but the Lakers took control of the series with double digit wins in games three and four. Andrew Toney (31 points, eight assists) and Erving (23 points, 12 rebounds, four assists) led the way for the 76ers in a 135-108 game five rout, but the Lakers took game six 114-104 to win the championship despite fine performances from Erving (game-high 30 points, eight rebounds, five steals, three assists) and Toney (29 points, six assists). The Lakers dominated the boards 49-35 in game six, and they outrebounded the 76ers by nearly 6 rpg during the series. Johnson won his second Finals MVP after posting a 13-13-13 stat line in game six, topping both teams in rebounds and assists; he averaged 16.2 ppg, 10.8 rpg, and 8.0 apg in the series. The 76ers had the top two scorers in the series (Toney averaged 26.0 ppg and Erving averaged 25.0 ppg), but that was not enough to overcome a balanced Lakers' attack featuring six players who averaged between 13.3 ppg and 19.7 ppg; the 1982 Lakers may be the most underrated great team in pro basketball history.
Moses Malone won the 1982 regular season MVP, with Larry Bird and Julius Erving rounding out the top three. Johnson finished eighth; suffice it to say that during the playoffs Johnson looked better than the eighth best player in the league as he averaged 17.4 ppg, 11.3 rpg, and 9.3 apg while shooting .529 from the field and .828 from the free throw line.
Prior to the start of the 1982-83 season, the 76ers traded Caldwell Jones and a first round draft pick for Moses Malone. For the first time in his career, Erving played with a Hall of Fame center who could match up with Abdul-Jabbar and the league's other Hall of Fame centers--and the 76ers dominated the league, racing to a 50-7 start before cruising to a league-best 65-17 record. Malone won the regular season MVP, with Bird, Johnson, Sidney Moncrief and Erving rounding out the top five in MVP voting. This marked the first of Johnson's nine straight top three finishes in regular season MVP voting. Lazenby suggests that top three MVP finishes are an important measure of sustained greatness, and he notes that LeBron James holds the record with 11, while Bill Russell and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar had nine each, and Larry Bird had eight. Notable players not mentioned by Lazenby include Michael Jordan (10), Wilt Chamberlain and Julius Erving (seven each), and Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Shaquille O'Neal, Oscar Robertson, and Jerry West (five each).
The Lakers posted the best record in the Western Conference (58-24), and an NBA Finals rematch seemed inevitable. The 76ers romped through the Eastern Conference playoffs with an 8-1 record, while the Lakers went 8-3 in the Western Conference playoffs. Malone dominated Abdul-Jabbar as the 76ers swept the Lakers 4-0 to claim the franchise's first NBA title since 1967. Injuries to McAdoo and rookie James Worthy slowed the Lakers, but even at full strength the Lakers were no match for the Philadelphia juggernaut in 1983. Malone won the 1983 NBA Finals MVP, and Erving had an NBA championship ring to go along with the pair of ABA championship rings that he won.
The 76ers did not sustain their 1983 dominance. They suffered a shocking first round loss to the New Jersey Nets in the 1984 playoffs, lost 4-1 to the Celtics in the 1985 Eastern Conference Finals, and did not reemerge as championship contenders until Allen Iverson led the team to the 2001 NBA Finals.
During the power vacuum between the decline of the 76ers and the rise of the Detroit Pistons and the Chicago Bulls, Johnson and Bird faced each other in three NBA Finals over a four year period, with Bird's Celtics winning in 1984 before Johnson's Lakers won in 1985 and 1987. Johnson has said that clinching the 1985 NBA title in game six in Boston is his favorite moment from his NBA career. The Celtics won the 1986 championship by defeating the Houston Rockets, who had upset the Lakers 4-1 in the Western Conference Finals. In 1987, after Johnson led the Lakers to a 4-2 NBA Finals victory over Bird's Celtics and claimed his third NBA Finals MVP, it was clear--if there had ever been any doubt--that he was better than Bird, a fact acknowledged by veteran Sports Illustrated basketball writer Jack McCallum; just one year earlier, he had written an article asserting that Bird was the greatest basketball player of all-time, but after the 1987 NBA Finals McCallum conceded that Johnson was better than Bird.
Bird's Celtics did not reach the NBA Finals again, but Johnson led the Lakers back to the NBA Finals in 1988 and 1989; on both occasions, they faced the Detroit Pistons, led by Johnson's friend Isiah Thomas. The upstart Pistons were poised to knock off the Lakers in 1988 before Thomas was hobbled by an ankle injury; the Lakers survived in seven games. In the 1989 NBA Finals, both Johnson and his backcourt mate Byron Scott suffered hamstring injuries, and the Pistons swept the Lakers. Abdul-Jabbar retired after the 1989 NBA Finals. The Lakers failed to reach the 1990 NBA Finals, and the Pistons matched the Lakers by winning a repeat title after beating Portland, 4-1.
It should be noted that when Isiah Thomas and Magic Johnson were the starting point guards for the Eastern Conference and Western Conference All-Stars respectively, those All-Star Games were fantastic, in marked contrast to the travesty that the All-Star Game is now. As Johnson told me during the 2005 All-Star Weekend, it is the players' responsibility to make the All-Star Game competitive and great: "They have to understand that there is a fine line. We wanted to put on a show for the fans--let Dr. J be Dr. J, let Dominique be Dominique, Michael Jordan be Michael Jordan, so there were some pretty dunks and pretty moves that they created. But I'm going to tell you something: at the end of the day, both teams were serious about winning. That's what we're all about, especially when that second half started--we were at each other's throats. Shots were being blocked and both teams were trying to win the game."
Johnson and Thomas maintained their friendship when they only battled during the regular season and the All-Star Games, but those back to back Finals clashes put a strain on their relationship that lasted for decades. Johnson and Thomas eventually reconciled, with Johnson saying to Thomas, "You are my brother. Let my apologize to you if I hurt you, that we haven't been together. And God is good to bring us back together."
The Lakers fired Pat Riley after the 1990 season, and he spent one year as an NBC commentator before returning to the coaching ranks with the New York Knicks. Riley later coached the Miami Heat to the 2006 NBA title, and as an executive he built Miami teams that won championships in 2012 and 2013.
Across The Great Divide
Lazenby begins Part III of the book with the Lakers adjusting to life in the post-Riley era. The Lakers hired Mike Dunleavy to replace Riley. Vlade Divac was now in his second season and had become the starting center. The Lakers posted the Western Conference's second best record (58-24) before defeating the 63-19 Portland Trail Blazers 4-2 in the Western Conference Finals. At last, NBA fans would witness the long-awaited Magic Johnson-Michael Jordan NBA Finals showdown. Jordan won the 1991 regular season MVP after Johnson had won three of the four previous MVP awards (1987, 1989-90) sandwiched around Jordan's first MVP award in 1988. With Abdul-Jabbar and Erving retired and Bird and Malone no longer elite players, Johnson and Jordan stood above everyone else. The 61-21 Bulls enjoyed homecourt advantage versus the Lakers, but Sam Perkins' game-winning three pointer in game one seemed to put the Lakers in the driver's seat--until the Bulls reeled off four straight wins.
We will never know if Johnson would have led the Lakers to the 1992 NBA Finals for a rematch with the Bulls, because on November 7, 1991 Johnson announced his immediate retirement due to his HIV positive status. It may be difficult for members of younger generations to understand how shocking and saddening Johnson's revelation was at that time; this was worldwide news in a pre-social media era, and at that time it was reasonable to assume that Johnson did not have much time left to live. Fortunately for Johnson, it appears that he never developed full-blown AIDS, and his body responded well to the treatment protocols that were subsequently developed. Living with HIV for over 30 years did not seem to be a likely--or even possible--outcome in 1991, so those of us who are old enough to remember Johnson's press conference will never forget how devastated and concerned we felt.
Johnson's pregnant wife Earlitha "Cookie" Kelly and their unborn child tested negative. What we don't know--and Lazenby briefly alludes to--is how many women Johnson may have infected. One woman sued Johnson for allegedly infecting her with HIV, and Johnson reached a private out of court settlement with her.
Even though Johnson retired, his name remained on the All-Star ballot, and NBA Commissioner David Stern approved Johnson's participation in the 1992 All-Star Game. Johnson tallied game-high totals in points (25) and assists (nine) while leading the West to a 153-113 win and earning his second All-Star Game MVP. Then, in the summer of 1992 Johnson ranked second on the Dream Team in assists (5.5 apg) as Team USA rolled to the gold medal in the first Olympics during which American pro basketball players participated.
Johnson's Dream Team success whetted his appetite to return to the NBA as a player to end his career on his terms. He played in the 1992 preseason, but decided that his HIV positive status and the incessant questions about his HIV positive status were too much of a distraction. Johnson did not play in the NBA from 1991-95, but he did organize--and play for--a barnstorming team that traveled the world and won the vast majority of its games. Johnson returned to the Lakers as their head coach for the final 16 games of the 1993-94 season, guiding the team to a 5-11 record before deciding that coaching a younger generation of players was not his cup of tea.
He returned to the Lakers as a player for the second half of the 1995-96 season, playing in 32 out of 40 regular season games. The Lakers went 22-10 when Johnson played, a .688 winning percentage that was higher than their overall winning percentage (53-29, .646) that season. Johnson averaged 14.6 ppg, 6.9 apg, and 5.7 rpg during the regular season, and 15.3 ppg, 6.5 apg, and 8.5 rpg during a 3-1 first round loss to the Houston Rockets. He was bigger, stronger, and slower than he had been during his prime. Johnson retired after the 1996 season. He may not have ended his career on his terms--he could have only accomplished that by winning a championship--but he ended his career on his time, as opposed to feeling compelled to retire in 1991.
Nearly 30 years after the last time that he played in an NBA game, Magic Johnson has remained visible, powerful, and relevant as a businessman, philanthropist, sports executive, and TV commentator.
Errata
1) On page 343 there is a reference to the ABA's "New Jersey Nets." The team was founded in the ABA in 1967 as the New Jersey Americans and was then known as the New York Nets from 1968-1977, a time span that includes the franchise's final eight ABA seasons plus the team's first NBA season. The team was called the New Jersey Nets from 1977-2012. The franchise relocated in 2012 and assumed its current name, Brooklyn Nets.
2) On page 501, Bob McAdoo is referred to as a two-time scoring champion. McAdoo led the NBA in scoring three times (1974-76).
3) On page 657, there is a reference to Johnson approaching Oscar Robertson's career steals record during the 1990-91 season. Robertson never held the career steals record; steals did not even become an official NBA statistic until 1973-74, Robertson's final season. After the 1990-91 season, Johnson ranked a distant second on the NBA's career steals list with 1698, trailing Maurice Cheeks, who had 2194 steals at that time. Including ABA statistics (the ABA officially started recording steals in the 1972-73 season), Johnson ranked fourth all-time in 1991 behind Julius Erving (2272), Maurice Cheeks, and Don Buse (1818).
4) On page 662, the Chicago Bulls' field goal percentage for game two of the 1991 NBA Finals is listed as "better than 73 percent." The Bulls shot .617 from the field in that game.
Magic Johnson's Legacy
Lazenby has written the definitive Magic Johnson biography, and anyone who reads the book will understand why Lazenby believes that Johnson is not just an important sports figure but a significant historical figure.
The dynamic, enthusiastic way that Magic Johnson played basketball brought a lot of happiness to a large number of people. He provided the template for players who are 6-6 and taller to be primary playmakers on championship teams, inspiring a host of legends, including Scottie Pippen, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Nikola Jokic.
Magic Johnson is not only a member of pro basketball's Pantheon, but he has had a significant impact as a businessman, and as a spokesman regarding HIV/AIDS specifically and the needs of underserved communities in general.
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