Preserved memories, in faded glory Nov 9, 2009
I was in sixth grade and he was a surprise gift - a surprise to my mother, too, a scruffy ball of fur we instantly loved. And there s a picture of Buttons 10 years later, a bigger, scruffier, ball of fur. (Boston Globe)
Quick fix is to show more patience on offense Nov 7, 2009
The times we did make good passes and shared the ball real well, with at least three or four passes, they were running all over the place and we hit a majority of our shots ... After the first quarter, they could see in my eyes I had the stroke, I had the hot hand, and they just kept throwing me the ball ... My best sport growing up was baseball, Davis said. (Boston Globe)
N. Mexico suspends hair-pulling soccer player Nov 7, 2009
The highlights showed the game was physical in both directions, including an elbow to Lambert's ribs by a BYU player during a dead ball. Lambert responded with an elbow to the back, one of many regrettable plays she made in the game. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
UGA hoops: New coach debuts in win Nov 7, 2009
But during the game it s basketball. Once the ball goes up, it s just competition ... Fans stood and cheered as Georgia scored early points on their way to a 45-20 lead at halftime, and they applauded the couple of times Fox caught overthrown balls while standing on the sidelines. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bobcats bust Hawks by 20 Nov 7, 2009
Atlanta Hawks guard Jamal Crawford, left, shoots over Charlotte Bobcats center Nazr Mohammed in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Nov. 6, 2009. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond) Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams (24) drives to the basket past Charlotte Bobcats forward Vladimir Radmanovic, of Serbia, in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 ... (AP Photo/Nell Redmond) Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams, right, collides... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Sandy Creek defeats Banneker, wins region Nov 7, 2009
His third touchdown came after quarterback Ronnie Neal completed a 49-yard pass to Jarrett Davis, placing the ball at the Banneker 3. Neal s second score, a 31-yard run, was either team s longest run of the night. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Sims leads Gainesville past Flowery Branch Nov 7, 2009
We had driven the ball all the way down the field. We needed something to happen, because we felt like [Flowery Branch] would ve gotten some momentum if we didn t score. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
N. Gwinnett wins 1st region title Nov 7, 2009
The Lions, who tallied twice as many offensive yards in the first half than the Bulldogs, opened their fourth possession of the game at the 36-yard line, but a fumble recovery by North Gwinnett s Conner Kannaley on first down gave the Bulldogs the ball back with 10:22 left in the second quarter. Six plays later, sophomore Joe Jones scored on an 8-yard run for a touchdown. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Lassiter defeats Roswell, wins 6-AAAAA Nov 7, 2009
The Lassiter football program had never had a 10-win season or won a region championship in its previous 27 seasons of existence ... But the ball was knocked loose and was recovered by Mitchell Aarons to stop the drive ... -- Produced by Georgia High School Football Daily. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Ball, Big Wheel, Game Boy Make Toy Hall Of Fame Nov 6, 2009
The ball, arguably the most popular plaything of all time, has finally earned a place inside a glass case at the National Toy Hall of Fame in New York. Along with the Big Wheel and the Game Boy video device, the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester chose the ball Thursday to join its all-star lineup of 41 classics, including the bicycle, the kite, the jump rope, the teddy bear, the stick, marbles and Mr. Potato Head ... Many judges on the hall's national advisory panel recognized the... (Click2Houston, TX)
Hall of Fame a little slow with this choice Nov 6, 2009
It took 11 years to conclude that the ball deserved a spot in the Toy Hall of Fame. How is it that Mr. Potato Head found a spot in the Hall of Fame's lineup of immortal toys before the ball ... Perhaps they mean more evolved sticks, such as pool cues, baseball bats, spears or even sticks as stand-ins for guns or swords. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Charities gear up for toy giveaways Nov 5, 2009
Another new group in Flagler Beach, called Christmas Come True, is having a charity ball Saturday at the Hammock Beach Resort to help families. Groups that serve adults are also looking for help. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
"Relics" of 1979! Nov 3, 2009
- The Early Show - CBS News. NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2009. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Jessica book sales fall short Nov 1, 2009
Virgin Atlantic mogul Richard Branson admits he dropped the ball when he let heroic pilot Chesley Sullenberger slip back into a US Airways cockpit. It seems the financial crisis isn't all doom and gloom: one in four people are glad the world's economy slumped, according to a global survey. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)
Halloween hoopla Oct 31, 2009
Big Hairy Monster Ball. At this ball, it's all about the costumes ... Legends of Hip-Hop Masquerade Ball 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Elizabeth Davies: Taking every precaution against the flu Oct 31, 2009
Last time, I played ball while my temperature was being taken, then nursed a baby during the actual exam. If you re really lucky, you get a prescription. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
World Series Dispatch: A Good Night for A-Rod Haters Oct 30, 2009
While A-Rod is the whipping boy, every Yankee save Derek Jeterwhose three hits equaled the combined output of his teammatesis perplexed by the lefty's fastballs, change-ups, and looping curves ... Rather than wave his arms above his head to tell the Phillies' infield the ball is his, Lee stands still as it arcs down to his right hip ... In his next start, look for Lee to bounce the ball off his nose. (Slate)
Caney Valley Elementary’s Fall Carnival set for November 7 (29) Oct 25, 2009
Three cheers for the Caney Valley softball team for winning State this year ... On Oct. 22nd and all-school assembly was held at the Holly Ward Gymnasium to honor the softball team for winning State ... Candidates from Mrs. Lakey s Kindergarten class are: Matthew Ball and Cassidy Gilliam. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Can Georgia Tech finally win at Virginia? Oct 23, 2009
Mr. College Football ... I can also tell you about the history of John Allen, the founding president of South Florida, and how his guiding educational philosophy kept USF out Division I football for over 25 years after his retirement ... To Mr. Time, since you are by no means a big-time recruit, you just don t understand football. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
HEALTH SEC SICK? Oct 22, 2009
I do not want to hear excuses, they had more than enough time providing they had not dropped the ball early on ... If I could get my hands on this gal, I would gladly rip out both her eyeballs and stuff them down her throat. (The Drudge Report)
Bakugan Battle Brawlers Out Oct 21, 2009
There is also a limited run Nintendo DS Collector's Edition that includes an exclusive "Naga" ball packed in with the game ... Fans can jump in the game to answer the call to brawl as they throw Bakugan cards onto the battlefield and then try to carefully shoot their Bakugan balls onto the cards to unleash their monstrous powers. (IGN PS2)
Top 25 Anime Characters of All Time Oct 21, 2009
For all the many times where the guy completely drops the ball ; including at the climax of the entire Evangelion saga, with the fate of all humanity hanging in the balance ; there's a couple of outings where Shinji really is every last bit he could be. When he beats the Third Angel to death with its own rib bones, it's hard not to love our boy Shinji. (IGN FilmForce)
Toy Coupons for Playskool, Fisher P... Oct 17, 2009
The available Playskool coupons are rotated every few weeks and fortunately for parents, coupons are available for some very popular toys like Mr. Potato Head, Mr. Potato Head Spud Buds, Sit 'n Spin, Lullaby Glow Worms, the Playskool Busy Ball Popper, the Playskool Activity Ball, and DinoRoars, among many others. Playskool's coupons are fairly generous too, with most worth $5, $10 or more. (Suite101.com)
Marketfest at the Farmers Market this weekend Oct 14, 2009
All proceeds go to Christmas toys for needy kids via the Wakefield Interfaith Food Pantry; strolling characters costumed characters will be walking about, greeting kids and handing out balloons throughout the duration of the market; ring the pumpkin throw a ring around the pumpkin and win a prize; beanbag toss toss a beanbag through the slots of the Harvest in Wakefield board and win a prize; Main Street raffle one winner will receive an envelope containing 11 gift certificates from Wakefield... (Wakefield Observer, MA)
Stunning end for Red Sox Oct 12, 2009
Major league saves leader Brian Fuentes pitched the ninth, and when Aybar caught Dustin Pedroia's popup to end the game, pumping his right arm even as he tracked the ball with his left, the Angels advanced ... The crowd that just one inning earlier had been primed for a celebration quietly filed out of the ballpark for the last time in 2009, having seen the wild-card Red Sox beaten ... After Mike Lowell's RBI single made it 6-4 in the eighth, Papelbon got Maicer Izturis on a foul popup and pinch... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Would you throw a birthday party with no presents? Oct 9, 2009
I will invite his tee ball team, his entire class, all of his friends, and a lot of mine ... We have gotten many birthday invites saying no gifts or whatever we usually just bring a card and a balloon so we don t come empty-handed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Woman won sports honors Oct 9, 2009
Helen was quite the athlete in Carroll County, winning many honors and getting much gratification for her softball skills ... But not every softball story Dickens told ended with her being the hero of the game ... I was pitching one time, and I bent down to grab the ball after a hit and the ball went down my shirt. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Community Notes Oct 9, 2009
PRINCETON ; For the entire month of October, the Bureau County Senior Center will offer beginners ball room dancing lessons. Classes will be from 6 to 7:15 p.m. every Tuesday. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Saudi court jails 'sex boast' man Oct 8, 2009
Golfer hit on head by ball dies. Anti-obesity ad shocks New Yorkers. (BBC News -- Africa)
Pet expert: Keep your cats inside, and entertained Oct 8, 2009
The certified cat behavior consultant also is a columnist for Cat Fancy magazine and is on the board of directors of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (USA Today -- Life)
Living with children Oct 7, 2009
This ball needs to be in his court, and his alone. The more you try to bounce his ball, the more likely it is your good intentions will prevent him from learning to bounce it himself ... Kenny Corona, Fowler High football. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Traip to close? Kittery may send students to Marshwood Oct 7, 2009
There is a tremendous opportunity here that needs to be looked at objectively," Robert said. "The only thing that I would hope is that the Council and the School Committee would act on this in a quick, aggressive manner to get the best objective analysis on this. "According to Robert, state education officials also told parents that deep educational cuts are inevitable over the next couple of years, information Robert called "sobering. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
National retail group offers weak holiday forecast Oct 6, 2009
That means shoppers will see more gingerbread houses and peppermint crunch cookies, and fewer exotic teas and flavored olive oils; classic ball ornaments instead of offbeat cowboys or cartoon-themed character figures; and an emphasis on simple festive wear like shimmery tops instead of elaborately beaded gowns ... 2 percent growth forecast in mid-September just as the financial meltdown ballooned ... Kenny Corona, Fowler High football. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Simple exercises improve reflexes Oct 6, 2009
Toss a tennis ball or a small "super ball" one of those high-bouncing, rubbery toys kids often get as party favors and try to catch or dodge it as it returns ... Indoors, you can use a soft ball (a Nerf, for example) or even a pillow ... Tennis, racquetball, squash and ping-pong all require quick reflexes. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Horse toy's success amazes its distributor Oct 4, 2009
Cornville couple turn ball made for their horse into home business ... The spunky colt of unknown breed had a knack for breaking every play ball tossed his way ... After many disappointing and short-lived rounds of kickball, the Cornville couple finally got their hands on a ball that wouldn't burst, no matter how much Riley kicked it or lay on top of it. (AZCentral -- Business)
Easy Events Bring Neighbors Together Oct 3, 2009
If you're yearning for some of that neighborly support, you can get the ball rolling -- right into your neighbor's front yard. Driveway Dates. (Click2Houston, TX)
Pilots 'N Paws Delivers Dog to Oxford Couple Oct 3, 2009
"How can you say no to a dog that looks like that?" she asked of the buff-colored, curly-haired ball of fur depicted on her laptop screen. The Alexanders submitted an application, provided references and, after going through a process they likened to obtaining a mortgage, were okayed to adopt. (Voices, CT)
Defense is an exeter constant Oct 2, 2009
If there's one thing that defines Exeter High School football, it's not the program's trademark running game ... "It's really been a collective effort," Exeter coach Bill Ball said ... "I like how we run to the ball.". (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Survivor Samoa recap: Yes! Jaison is my hero and Ben is gone Oct 2, 2009
Danger Dave Ball (meeting him for the first time, I think) said he would never have picked comforts and Erik Cardona (they fixed his name in the credits) said the girls act like they are at Club Med. Shambo called her tribe 90210. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Benefit auction Saturday for bone marrow transplant Oct 1, 2009
His donor is his sister, Pat Ball. Sharon Clifford said the auction is being held to offset the cost of the transplant and other expenses for Elzy and his sister. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
It is amazing that Georgia is 3-1 Oct 1, 2009
Logically, there is no way Georgia should be 3-1: I believe that turnover margin is the most important statistic in football ... In those games Florida State, which was once the most dominant program in college football, is 25-23 ... Oklahoma has to win at Miami: Miami is a young, talented football team that got a lot of love after impressively beating Georgia Tech. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lafayette Comes to Bowl Saturday at Noon Sep 30, 2009
For the first time in 19 seasons, the Lafayette football team is coming to West Haven to take on Yale ... Georgetown managed to pass the ball well outside the red zone, but Cornell picked up only 85 yards after scoring on an 81-yard pass play off a lateral on the Red's first play ... Tom Williams was named the Joel E. Smilow '54 Head Coach of Yale Football last January and came to New Haven after spending two seasons as an assistant for the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Will it be ruined? Sep 30, 2009
I was doing my Debutante Ball and mum took me to a large department store to purchase a new bra as a special treat. The buxom and ancient sales lady who waddled like a duck with a behind that demanded its own postcode, sent me into the change room with a couple of teeny tiny bras. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
- Imperial Valley golf tournament earns enough for 8,000 childrens Christmas presents Sep 30, 2009
ERIC MILLER PHOTO Phil Aubrey, the Calexico Wal-Mart team captain, follows through on his swing as he drives his ball to the green at the 13th hole while participating in a golf tournament sponsored by the Volunteers of America with proceeds going to the Hope for Holiday Toy Drive ... Each player hits a ball, and the team selects the best lie from which to hit the next shot until the ball is holed out. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
4th Teen Charged in Chicago Beating Death Sep 30, 2009
CHICAGO, Sept. 29, 2009. Honor Student's Murder Sparks Demonstration, Puts Officials Under Pressure Over City's Troubled Youth Violence Rate. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Soprano family values Sep 30, 2009
He gets the ball in more important situations and creates more of his own yardage. Latest Sports News, Columns res. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Pet products might contain lots of lead Sep 26, 2009
Pablo is a high-energy dog who will play with just about any toy you give him, but nothing turns him on like a plain, old-fashioned tennis ball. Our 4-year-old cocker spaniel is all but obsessed with tennis balls ... When people won't play ball with him, he'll carry it in his mouth. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
SCITUATE AROUND TOWN: Maniatis has a plan for all that old clothing Sep 25, 2009
At the cemetery, current minister the Rev. Richard Stower, former minister the Rev. Darrell Berger and Dave Ball of the Scituate Historical Society will talk about some of the church history. The festivities will begin at 1 p.m. at the cemetery for those who prefer to take more modern transportation. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Director is loving life in the fast lane Sep 25, 2009
"I found out early, the hard way through trial and error, that I didn't tend to improve things the more I worked on them. That I was getting a better result when I worked quickly, when I treated it like a sport and the ball was coming at me and I had to either catch it, hit it or get out of the way.'' Soderbergh has learnt to organise projects so he can start one as he finishes another. "We're spinning plates essentially and that's worked out fine, not only because it's better for the work but I... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
An Insatiable Desire To Do Things Right Sep 24, 2009
Senior linebacker Travis Jones was honored this week by the American Football Coaches Association, which named him to the 2009 Allstate Good Works Team. Jones is one of 11 Football Bowl Subdivsion players in the nation to be so honored, and the only player named from a non-BCS school ... When joined the football team as a freshman in 2005, he saw himself as a quarterback; and why not. (SpartanThunder.com)
East European Officials: U.S. Betrayed Us Sep 19, 2009
The Bush administration had said its missile plans were aimed at countering any threat from Iran's ballistic missile program ... "The Obama administration says there was no quid pro quo and no tit for tat tradeoff, but what you have to do is look to see when we start pressuring the program, we start doing big arms reductions treaty, will [Russia] be playing ball? Will they be helping . . . more than they have been? So look down the road to see if Obama gets something in return.". (CBS News)
Mayor Siminski wrestles with DeWees’ commitments Sep 16, 2009
Soon, Siminski said Tuesday, he missed two or three commitments, including a youth football kickoff ceremony ... Three of the events would require him to wear a tuxedo the annual Turducken Dinner library fundraiser, the annual United Way Mayors Ball, and emceeing a night with the Lompoc Pops Orchestra. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Goggin: Four-legged family members deserve party Sep 16, 2009
After a shopping trip with the kids, who were set with the task of selecting party favors (squeaky toys and rawhide chews, balloons and Milk Bone "rewards"), the big day arrived ... We had a ball making this super-easy, super de-lish recipe that's perfect for your next tailgate. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Read the 'Cost of Freedom' recap Sep 15, 2009
The health care bill has the wrecking ball effect in the out years as we get 10, 12, 14 years out, it will be impossible to repeal the tax once it gets in ... Mike Ozanian: Ball Corp (). (Fox News)
Appropriate at a kids party to have winners and losers? Sep 12, 2009
so every occasion doesnt have to be that i do agree that everyone cant win kids do need to learn this and early elementary is a good place for it i always hated that tee-ball was a no winner game the kids did keep score and eveyone knew who won thats why kids play they want to win ... so one way to have no ones feelings hurt just have games to play that have no winners get a slip and slide or rent a ball thing where kids play in the balls like at mcdonalds activities like that there really... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Hamster Ball Derby Rolls Into all PETCO Stores Nationwide on Oct. 3 Sep 11, 2009
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- PETCO, a leading pet specialty retailer, will host its annual, and very popular, Hamster Ball Derby at all of the company's more than 950 locations across the country on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 2 p.m. Last year's race drew more than 12,000 racing hamsters and their cheering pet parents ... Using hamster balls as their vehicles, hamsters and other small pets will race down eight-foot tracks in heats of four en route to the finish line for a chance at derby glory... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Toy weapons: harmless fun? Sep 11, 2009
And it was not of the giggling teenagers who are insane enough to go on those rides that catapult you into their air like a tennis ball even though I SO dont get how that could be fun. No, it was the show bags that some parents were buying their kids. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Adjusting to a Kitten in the House Sep 10, 2009
A ball of yarn tied to the chair legs can lead to hours of fun. Quiet time is also necessary. (Suite101.com)
To Zherdev Or Not To Zherdev Sep 10, 2009
With Kovy and Antro verbally kicking his butt in Russian every day, a highly motivated Zherdev could be something to see ... Lets get a little silver ball and roll it around the rink, first team to pick it up can bash another guy in the head with it, if we get it, we go straight for the goalie ... Maybe Lucy will actually let Charlie Brown kick the football THIS TIME. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
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About Atari New York-based Atari, Inc. develops interactive games for all platforms and is one of the largest third-party publishers of interactive entertainment software in the U.S. The Company's 1,000+ titles include hard-core, genre-defining franchises such as The Matrix (Enter The Matrix and The Matrix: Path of Neo) and Test Drive; and mass-market and children's franchises such as Nickelodeon's Blue's Clues and Dora the Explorer, and Dragon Ball Z. Atari, Inc. is a majority-owned subsidiary... (IGN PC Games)
Boy injured at Minors game improving Sep 10, 2009
Lucas Holko was hit by the foul ball while attending a Class A Mahoning Valley Scrappers game in Niles, Ohio, on Sept. 2 ... Indians utility infielder Jamey Carroll arranged for a get-well card to be signed by the team, as well as a collection of autographed bats, balls and gloves ... This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
War will be won by educating the children of Afghanistan, says Paw Paw soldier stationed there Sep 9, 2009
Christensen is seeking: *Children's school backpacks *School supplies - including pencils, erasers, chalk, teacher planners, calenders, soccer balls, stuffed toys, sporting event uniforms (no church symbols or names of Christian organizations), paper, old text books, any type of book written in English, novels, and children's books ... Last June, while on leave at his Lake Cora home, Christensen, his sister, Amy Christensen, and Keaton Nielsen, of Paw Paw, who is deployed with Christensen,... (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
More a relentless reformer than a loving mother Sep 9, 2009
In my memories, when Ryan is 9, we are playing a pickup game of softball with my parents and siblings and aunts and uncles and cousins at a family reunion in New Jersey ... He has never a hit a ball as hard or as far ... Wouldn't any other mother, knowing how important it is for this child to succeed in something, let the ball drop. (San Francisco Chronicle)
WTBD: Hurrah for the Teddy! Sep 9, 2009
Unlike action figures, Barbie dolls or video games, which are constantly being updated and upgraded, a teddy bear is just one big, fluffy ball of reassurance. As most children spend a lot of time with their teddy bears, they soon turn into intimate companions. (India Times, India)
Jake Niall Matthew Scarlett produces another stellar finals performance in defence to confirm his ranking as one of the best. Read more Sep 8, 2009
THE day before Nick Riewoldt enhanced his standing in football's pantheon by carving up Collingwood, another modern great quietly confirmed his position as arguably the contemporary game's best-performed finals player ... Anthony Rocca barely touched the ball in the 2007 preliminary final, but the Magpies were careful to avoid kicking to ''Pebbles'' too often in that game, directing their thrusts to forwards who had more prospect of one-out success, such as Travis Cloke ... Geelong people note... (The Age, Australia)
