![]() Griffin poured in 25 points while grabbing 21 rebounds against the Davidson Wildcats. Blake came back strong, showing improvement in just his third game of the season. Instead, he decided to return for his sophomore year. After missing some time with injuries, Blake still had the opportunity to enter the 2008 NBA Draft as a projected lottery pick. In his freshman year, Blake averaged 14.7 points and 9.1 rebounds. Blake went on to become one of, if not the best, players in Oklahoma University history. He was then ranked 13th overall in his recruitment class.īlake Griffin followed his brother’s footsteps by attending Oklahoma University. After a fourth straight state title, Blake was named the Player of the Year, Gatorade Oklahoma Player of the Year, and was named a McDonald’s All-American. He recorded a high school career-best 41 points and 28 rebounds in a game against Oklahoma City Southwest. He averaged 26.8 points, 15.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2.9 blocks per game. This didn’t stop him from having a fantastic senior season. He was named the Oklahoman player of the Year.īefore even starting his senior year, Griffin committed to Oklahoma. He topped his sophomore year by raising his averages to 21.7 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 4.9 assists. In his third straight state championship, Blake tallied 22 points, nine rebounds, and six blocks in a win. Taylor left Oklahoma Christian to play for the Oklahoma Sooners in college. In his sophomore season, Blake averaged 13.6 points per game. The brothers played together for two seasons, winning back-to-back state championships. ![]() Gobert has been one of the best defensive players I’ve ever seen and deserves to be in the HoF but I still don’t think they’re even really comparable overall.Blake Griffin attended Oklahoma Christian High School, and played alongside his brother, Taylor, for their father who was the head coach. Like there’s no way in hell Shawn Marion wasn’t better at basketball than Rudy Gobert is lol. Rudy Gobert is going to be a first ballot hall of famer dude. He’d arguably be the best defensive player in the league right now pretty easily. If he played today he’d be racking up defensive accolades. He did that while putting up an efficient 18-20 ppg and 10+ rpg. Suns were right around league average defensively most seasons despite those two because of Marion. Marion doesn’t have the accolades because he played in the West and Amare/Nash is the worst defensive combination between two stars in NBA history. Pierce was much better offensively for sure but Marion was much better defensively and they have the same amount of defensive accolades lol. The gap between them was not very big for most of their careers. Fucking Paul Pierce is a first ballot hall of famer from the same era and idk how you could watch the two of them play their whole careers and say one is a first ballot hall of famer while the other has no case to even make it, which is what has happened. ![]() ![]() Being a first ballot HoF isn’t even difficult to do most of the time. With all due respect, you could not have watched him play if you think this is a painful take. People may eventually forget how talented and well-rounded of a player Blake actually was, but they'll never forget his dunks, which is more than a lot of all-stars can say about their careersīesides, now he can focus on hollywood, and finally play Seth Rogen's twin in a stoner-comedy So, even if the guy never got to the all-time heights that a lot of people thought he would get to (despite Blake's best efforts), he still had an impressive career, with highlights that will be watched for decades to come. No player with 6 All-Stars and 5 All-NBAs has ever missed the hall (It might take a decade or so, but Blake will get the call) The guy has had a pretty great career, all things considered, which yes, is good enough to get him into the hall of fame. I wouldn't be shocked if some team does pick him up before training camp, but the dude was All-NBA just 3 seasons ago, and the fact that he seems to be mostly done at age 33, is kind of heartbreaking Two months into free agency, Blake Griffin is still an unrestricted free agent. New Post Game Thread Happy 15th Cake-Day r/NBA! Win tickets to NBA All-Star Saturday Night & make a difference, check out Reddit Community Funds & r/NBA's partnership! Top Team Subreddit Postsģ Charles Barkley was correct with this take about the CavsĤ Luka is the only player in the NBA who, so far this season, recorded 0 turnovers in games where he scored 40 or more, he did it twice ![]()
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![]() 2 cans palmini linguine noodles, drained (450 g/ 1 lb). ![]() Total carbs 10.4 grams Fiber 4.1 grams Sugars 2.5 grams Saturated fat 11.1 grams Sodium 444 mg ( 19 % RDA) Magnesium 27 mg ( 7 % RDA) Potassium 438 mg ( 22 % EMR) Ingredients (makes 4 servings) Amazon is convenient but it doesn't always have the best deals.ĭo you live in the UK? This is where I get my Palmini from (no affiliation). ![]() You may want to check other online health stores in case they have special offers if you buy in bulk. I bought my Palmini at Amazon UK and they seem to be stocking it in the US and Canada too. I shared a recipe using palmini lasagna sheets here. The Lasagna Palmini sheets taste fantastic and have a sturdier texture compared to Eggplant Lasagna or Zucchini Lasagna, probably the closest I ever got to real pasta sheets by using a vegetable. The Linguine Palmini are not as long as regular spaghetti but that's actually better because it's easier and less messy to eat. Well, it's much better than zucchini! It's less mushy and watery, possibly thanks to the slightly higher fibre content. What is the Texture of Palmini?Īt first I was skeptical as I was expecting texture similar to zucchini. If you want them to taste plain, simply wash the Palmini thoroughly under running water and briefly cook in a pot of boiling water for just 30 to 60 seconds. The only ingredients should be hearts of palm, water, salt and citric acid which gives them a slightly sour, marinated taste. Ideally, look for brands with no unnecessary additives. The taste is somewhat similar to canned bamboo shoots or marinated artichokes which I love. Pin it Follow us 148.4k How Does Palmini Pasta Alternative Taste? I personally found the 75-gram serving to be a too small so I ended up using half a can (113 g/ 4 oz) per serving which still adds up to only 3 grams of net carbs and 30 calories per serving. Compared to zucchini, there is almost three times more fibre in Palmini.Īccording to the label, one can of Palmini contains 3 servings (75 g/ 2.7 oz each) and each serving is only 4 grams of total carbs, 2 grams of net carbs and 20 calories. The net carb count in Palmini is about the same as the net carb count in zucchini (courgettes). Palmini is very low in carbs and calories which makes it ideal for a healthy low-carb and keto diet, and more importantly - for weight loss. ![]() I like mine al dente so I usually skip the heating and just mix it with the warm sauce and meat like I did in this recipe. When sliced and cooked in the right way, it resembles pasta and can be used to replace noodles, linguine and lasagne.Ĭanned Palmini is already cooked so all you need to do is to rinse it and warm up. Palmini is a pasta substitute that is made out of a natural plant known as hearts of palm. You will only need palmini, ground beef, homemade pasta sauce (or any sugar-free store-bought pasta sauce) and an optional sprinkle of grated Parmesan and fresh basil. ![]() The first recipe I made with Palmini is this Palmini Spaghetti Bolognese recipe which I kept super simple. The only one I haven't tried yet is the Angel Hair. I was intrigued so I checked online and ordered a batch of Palmini Linguine and Palmini Lasagne, two of the three types of Palmini available. I only discovered Palmini a couple of weeks ago when a member of our Facebook group (Thank you Nellie!) posted a meal with something that looked like the perfect low-carb pasta alternative. ![]() ![]() The food was 30 minutes late being served and cut into lunch break by 50%. The projector didn't have a blue tooth setup (we scoured the menu to try to hook it up) so we had to manual progress the slides on the side of the room for the speakers. The second mic they spoke of had no batteries in it but was full of corrosion. Only one microphone worked, but the hotel said they checked both the day before. The top half of the mic stand was missing so our nationally-renowned speakers had to hold a mic. The stage wasn't ordered by the hotel (oops), the audio system wasn't working so they gave us some sort of karaoke speaker (they said it was "extra" for overhead sound but a staff member clued us in by saying it had been broken for a month), there were no linens on the tables and the event coordinator said they'd be there at 10 am on conference day. While my coworkers spent a year planning this event with the event coordinator, visiting the site multiple times, and communicating consistently, when the day came the venue was unacceptable. I recently attended a conference that was planned by coworkers at the BFLodge. 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Reduce your variable costs. Look for ways to reduce your variable costs, too. Renegotiate your existing contracts with your vendors, such as your office lease or other medical services. Do what you can to drive down your fixed costs. Reduce your fixed costs. Fixed costs have a significant effect on your break-even point. Educational videos and social media are a great low-cost place to start.ģ. You might also consider marketing your practice, increasing your marketing efforts, or trying new marketing techniques to draw patients into your practice. If you’re not already accepting new patients, do so-and make sure to alert providers so they can update database of in-network providers. Do you send out regular reminders for preventive or follow-up appointments? Do you have extended hours at nights or on the weekend? Do you offer same-day appointments? If so, make sure your patients know about these convenient service offerings. ![]() Increase your volume. How well are you scheduling your day? Is your clinic at capacity, or do you have downtime? Look for ways to increase the patient traffic in your clinic. Another fruitful exercise is to do some market research see if you are charging below the prevailing market rate, then negotiate to be on track with your peers.Ģ. Identify your lowest-paying payers and negotiate for a rate that matches or is close to your highest-paying payers. Here are four things to consider if you find yourself near the break-even point.ġ. Raise your prices. Go back to all of your payers and renegotiate for higher rates. If they don’t, then you know where to focus your efforts. See fewer patients, and you’re in for a loss.ĭetermining your break-even point is the fastest way to learn if your charges or expected volume will cover the costs of your services. See more patients, and you will be earning a profit. The final number represents the number of patient visits you will need each month to break-even. That graph allows you to determine your break-even point by identifying the point where the two lines intersect. With your revenue calculation in hand, you can plot both your cost formula and your revenue formula. ![]() We looked at how you can determine your fixed and variable costs using a graph. In a previous column, I wrote about understanding the different costs of doing business. You might be asking yourself, “Why bother? ”It might be a little challenging to arrive at your cost and revenue functions but calculating this will give you great insight into your practice’s financial health. There are two ways you can look at the break-even point: the revenue needed or the productivity level needed. When productivity is below it, a loss is incurred. ![]() When productivity is above the break-even point, a profit is earned. Those expenses include both the fixed and variable costs. It’s the productivity point where the revenue earned equals the expenses incurred. The break-even point is a simple concept. If you don’t, then you’re likely shooting from the hip as you attempt to “manage” your business. All business owners should know their break-even point. ![]() ![]() On the 247Sports composite, Anderson is No. For Steve Sarkisian and Terry Joseph, having the last shot may be able to seal the deal. If his official visit took place over July 2-4, expecting Anderson to make a decision before even leaving the city is unrealistic.Įach program involved will get their opportunity to wow the four-star defensive back. ![]() Pushing his commitment date can do nothing but help the Longhorns. ![]() June 25 was supposed to be the date, but the state 7 on 7 tournament will take place in College Station the same weekend.Īnderson’s new official visit date to Austin is still TBD. Thankfully, Texas will get the last attempt at swaying Anderson. While the Crimson Tide have not seemed to be a serious player over the past six months, when Nick Saban gets his shot at landing a defensive back, other programs sweat. He posed in Aggie gear with their Heisman Trophy and rings for winning bowl games.Īs this is being typed, Alabama will make a last-second attempt to bring the top 50 prospect to Tuscaloosa. Texas A&M is the only school to get Anderson on campus for an official visit so far. “So that means I won’t be able to take all of my official visits, so it’ll be after I take all of my official visits.” “I originally had it for July 4th but I’m going to push it back due to my high school team making it to the Texas State 7 on 7 tournament,” said Anderson. ![]() Qualifying for the state tournament with Beaumont West Brook has not let Anderson do everything he wants to before committing. In an interview with 247Sports about being selected to play in the Polynesian Bowl, Anderson explains 7 on 7 has caused the delay. Four-star Bryce Anderson originally announced he would commit on July 4 but has now pushed the date back. One of Texas’ top defensive back targets was expected to shut down his recruitment with fireworks. ![]() ![]() To submit unsolicited fiction, memoir, or poetry, you must do so through their contests. They now have three weekend long submission windows a year, each focused on a different genre, including nonfiction.īlair is a nonprofit press combining the lists of Carolina Wren Press and John F. Tin House is an established and respected small press. This new imprint will publish non fiction, memoir, novels, and short story collections. ![]() Roxane Gay is the award-winning and bestselling author of a number of books including Hunger and Bad Feminist. Roxane Gay has written about this new imprint here. Roxane Gay Books is a new imprint of Grove Atlantic. It’s helpful to review that list to get a feel for what the are interested in publishing. They talk about the first five titles they published here. Thread focuses on a wide range of topics including self-development, personal finance, parenting, and as they phrase it, “inspirational memoir”. ![]() Thread is a new nonfiction imprint from Bookouture which is owned by Hachette. They publish commercial fiction including women’s fiction, romance, thriller, crime, historical, humor, paranormal, fantasy, as well as literary fiction and nonfiction, children’s and young adult books, and commercial nonfiction ranging from memoir to diet. They have excellent distribution in Australia. This is the only way to submit to Macmillan directly. They are the Australian imprint of Macmillan, one of the big five publishers. Pan Macmillan Australia is open to direct submissions. Santa Monica Press was established in 1993 and initially focused only on publishing nonfiction with a focus on regional books. They’ve since expanded, and they now publish within the follow categories: biography & memoir, California, film, theater & TV, humor, music, pop culture, reference & social sciences, sports, travel, as well as young adult fiction (historical fiction only), and young adult narrative nonfiction (both contemporary and historical narrative nonfiction). They are currently closed to submissions. If you sign up for their email newsletter on their landing page you are sent a digital sampler of past publications. Vine Leaves Press publishes books in a variety of genres including memoirs, coming of age, literary and multi-genre novels, poetry and short story collections, and reference books. They were founded in 2011 as a literary journal and started publishing vignette collections in 2014. Vine Leaves Press is an international press with staff in the United States, Germany, Greece, England, and beyond. They publish fiction, nonfiction (including memoir), and poetry. They also publish a wide variety of nonfiction including memoir, autobiography, biography, journalistic expose or narrative, true crime, art, culture, pop culture, world history, current events, science, and music.Ĭlash Books started in 2015, they also publish Clash Magazine and the literary journal Black Telephone Magazine. They publish literary fiction, short fiction collections, and crime fiction. Schaffner is an established press with distribution through IPG. They publish a lot of nonfiction, including memoir. They also have several imprints, all founded within the last decade. Sourcebooks was started in 1987 by Dominique Raccah. They primarily publish nonfiction, as well as memoir, literary fiction, and historical fiction.Ī large independent publisher based out of Illinois, they also have offices in Connecticut and New York. Arcade publishes fiction and nonfiction, including memoir.Ĭoffeetown Press is a literary and nonfiction imprint owned by Epicenter Press. They publish fiction, nonfiction (including memoirs), and YA.Īrcade Publishing is an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, a large independent publisher with a number of imprints. As one can see by their tagline, they have a very clear sense of what they like and what they are interested in publishing. Three Rooms Press is an independent press that is inspired by “Dada, Punk, and Passion”. Currently, one of their editors, Kara Rota, is open to book-length narrative nonfiction. Curt was the former editor of the literary journal the Chicago Review. They were founded by Curt Matthews and his wife, Linda Matthews. They are an established independent publisher of literary fiction and nonfiction. Since then they have gained a reputation for publishing thoughtful books in a variety of literary genres, including memoir.Ĭhicago Review Press was founded in 1973. ![]() Persea Books is an independent book publisher based out of New York that was established in the 1970s. Not all the publishers on this list are currently open to submissions, but most are. Some are old and respected, others are new and still figuring things out. However, there are still options out there. Memoir publishers that don’t require an agent to submit are few and far between. 25 Memoir Publishers That Accept Direct Submissions ![]() ![]() ![]() Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a fantastic show for all ages, especially for kids. Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is an option for The High Roller at The LINQ Ticket and Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck if you want your toddler to see unique and charming acts and stunts. Why We Recommend This Activity for Young Kids This family-friendly show shows amazing juggling shows and incredible performances from four-legged animals. Related: Best Las Vegas Hotels for Kids 4. Recommended Hotel Nearby: ARIA Resort & Casino ![]() It’s best to go here at nighttime to see the views light up.īring a jacket or coat since Las Vegas’ winds can be intense. You won’t have to worry about safety or swaying while you’re up there with them. Toddlers will have much fun at the Bellagio fountain show and views. The view of the Bellagio fountains, mountains, and planes taking on and off will amaze them.Īside from views, they’ll learn interesting tidbits about Las Vegas spots. Kids will enjoy the Eiffel Tower’s details and the high-up experience at this viewing deck.Īfter a 46-story ride, they’ll enjoy a 360-degree view on top of an iconic landmark replica. Eiffel Tower Viewing DeckĮxperience the Eiffel Tower Vegas style at the Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck, with breathtaking views of the Strip. Related: Best Family Restaurants in Las Vegas 3. Recommended Hotel Nearby: Hilton Grand Vacations Suites on the Las Vegas Strip While moving along this wheel, rotate around your designated pod.Īlthough the views are fantastic at all angles, the cabin’s right side offers the most gorgeous vistas. What to Do with ToddlersĮnjoy this exciting ride during sunset for the best photographs.Īlso, listen to the audio commentary, to gain some fun tidbits about the city. With its impressive height and cozy air-conditioned compartment, this wheel guarantees to give your gang a memorable experience. The High Roller isn’t your typical country fair wheel. The windows of the capsules can be cleaner.The High Roller at The LINQ TicketĪt 550 feet, this observation wheel will give you stunning panoramic views of the desert and the city. Related: Things to Do in Las Vegas with Kids 2. The Shark Reef Aquarium is incredibly popular, meaning it can get a little crowded.Īlso, drop by the food court outside the aquarium, and let your youngsters enjoy a smorgasbord of kid-approved food choices. You’ll also adore the facility’s stingray touch pools. See the gigantic shipwreck where you can take in a 360-degree view of its charming inhabitants. This aquarium is free for visitors 4 years old and below. Visiting the aquarium with a 4 year old youngster? What’s more, the aquarium has captivating interactive programs, for a small additional fee. The Shark Reef Aquarium is, no doubt, a fantastic pit stop in Las Vegas with young kids.Ī big hit with children and adults alike, this AZA-accredited facility is home to over 2,000 creatures. Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff.Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino (Editor’s Choice)Įncompassing 95,000 square feet, this public aquatic museum shelters several species of reptiles, fish, rays and sharks. Here are fun toddler activities in Las Vegas. ![]() ![]() Then I started having these dizzy spells and just severe fatigue, and it just kind of kept me in my bed more.Īnd so I've been fighting that-getting out and getting more physical again, and just kind of fighting the fatigue and trying to make sure you get plenty of rest. And I've lost a little bit of weight, which we're working on, because I was gaining weight for a while. Jeanette Lee: I'm stable, but I'm dealing with some muscle atrophy. This interview has been lightly edited and condensed for clarity.Įsther Wang: First of all, how are you? How are you doing health-wise right now? Some things don't change: As always, her nails were immaculate, and she was dressed in all-black. Recently, Lee and I spoke over Zoom about her childhood in Crown Heights, the reasons why she gravitated to pool, the New York City billiards club that kicked off her career, and how she became the Black Widow. It feels that this moment, for so many reasons, is the right time to examine Lee's life and legacy-and the Black Widow is now the subject of the filmmaker Ursula Liang's latest work, "Jeanette Lee Vs.," a "30 for 30" ESPN documentary that premieres on the network on Tuesday at 8 p.m. ![]() In May of this year, she shared that her cancer was now in remission, though due to the aggressive nature of ovarian cancer, she was undergoing daily chemotherapy her long-term prognosis is uncertain. And then in 2021, Lee was diagnosed with stage four ovarian cancer. As a child growing up in Brooklyn, she had been diagnosed with scoliosis, and a series of surgeries over the years would cut short her professional career. What casual viewers like myself might not have known was that beneath the Black Widow exterior, Lee was often in constant physical pain. (Her nails! The all-black outfits!) Looking back, it's easy to see that she had made the calculation that if others were going to portray her as a modern-day dragon lady, she would ignore the haters and embrace that image, using it for her own ends. What other Asian American woman at the time was so publicly-and literally-busting balls? She was incredibly talented, yes-and she also oozed an unapologetic sex appeal. ![]() (Thank you to my dad, who was too cheap to pay for a cable subscription but who was more than happy to get us an illegal cable box.) In the 1990s, Lee was a phenom-I challenge you to name one other pool player from that era, let alone one with a nickname-and she and outlets like ESPN, which featured her in an iconic "This is SportsCenter" commercial, ran with it.īut to me, what really mattered was that she was so fucking cool. Dressed in black from head to toe, she would stalk around a pool table, her eyes narrowed as she leaned over and coolly eviscerated her opponents. I still remember the thrill of watching the Black Widow, the pool player otherwise known as Jeanette Lee, on the TV screen. ![]() ![]() So I said to the mayor, ‘Mayor, I think I'm going to be adopting Ziggy,’ and she was so excited for us,” Lopez said.Ī post shared by Miami-Dade Animal Services Ziggy’s adoption didn’t come without hurdles.Īfter their initial encounter, Lopez waited two weeks before she went to officially adopt him, only to find out he wasn’t there anymore. When she called the shelter to start his adoption process, she found out that a rescue organization had picked him up. “I met him on a Wednesday and he came into the office on Thursday. Clark Government Center, where Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava’s office was located and where Lopez happened to work. The universe also seemed to agree because 24 hours after she met Ziggy, he showed up at the Stephen P. “There’s so much to an older dog that people underestimate.”Īfter meeting Ziggy, Lopez couldn’t take him home that same day but she already knew she was meant to adopt him. “Older dogs tend to be house-trained and they’re just so eager to be loved and have a forever home,” said Lopez. While older pets like Ziggy may get overlooked, Lopez shares that people would be surprised at all the benefits of adopting an older pet. I met a couple of other dogs but I think from the moment I met him I knew that he was my guy,” Lopez said. “ said ‘yeah we got the man for you,’ and they introduced me to Ziggy. “I know that older dogs are harder to adopt and so that was something that was important to me, giving an opportunity to an older dog.” ![]() I wanted a dog that would hang out and be a little bit of a couch potato,” Lopez laughed. Lucky for him though, that’s exactly what Lopez was looking for. Statistically speaking, Ziggy had a few factors that were working against him - he was a larger dog and he was older.Īccording to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, senior pets have a lower adoption rate at just 25%, compared to younger dogs and puppies who have a 60% adoption rate. ![]() He’s absolutely everything and more that I could have imagined in a dog,” Lopez said. “Ziggy has been the biggest surprise that I could have imagined. That is until Jennie Lopez, a first time adopter, met him and immediately knew he was “her guy”. These are the holiday food that your pets shouldn't eat - and ones they canĭespite his moments in the spotlight, Ziggy still remained in the shelter watching potential adopters walk by. ![]() ![]()
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