. Intense trap-set drumming with mega 'rim shots' proved that our Thai Sticks made from bundled bamboo were tougher than wood sticks commonly used by drummers.

The elderly man, who had necessarily unmouthed the dagger to achieve this articulateness, smiled disarmingly.

Pierzynski took two steps across home plate toward the hometeam dugout, then dropped his bat and ran toward first base while the Angels stood by and watched.

Our ship was a clipper, with every rag set, stunsails, sky-scrapers, and all.