Los Angeles

Compartes Chocolatier

Located in western Los Angeles, Compartes Chocolatier is a wonderful shop that treats the creation of its treats like art. With more than sixty years of operation behind the shop, you can be sure that everything is made to perfection by their highly skilled staff. Compartes has such an excellent reputation, in fact, that it has attracted the attention of many Hollywood stars and other famous folks over the years. If you want an exquisite chocolate gift for that someone special, stop by and put together an amazing assortment

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Chicks Dig the Long Ball, dept.

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Howard Lincoln "Hey, But At Least We Hit Home Runs Now," Dept.

James found, in 1983, that teams heavy on HR power won a lot of postseason series. He doesn't know how it's gone since then ... maybe one of you gennlemen want to count it up. Don't count the teams that were so similar in HR capability that they muddy the water.

Have the "Home Run" teams won so far in 2013?

In the AL, there were not serious disparities in HR ability.

Boston 178 homers -- over -- Tampa 165 homers
Detroit 176 homers -- over -- Oakland 186 homers

In the NL, there were two series in which an HR team faced a run-scoring team:

St. Louis 125 homers (and 783 runs) -- over -- Pittsburgh 161 homers (634 runs)
Los Angeles 138 homers (and 649 runs) -- over -- Atlanta 181 homers (and 688 runs)

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The homer metric would have been 0-for-2 this year. And, of course, James didn't call the HR factor an absolute -- it's one of 16 slider bars on the equalizer deck, but simply the biggest one.

The Dodgers overcame their HR deficit with superior pitching, right? ... whoops ... Atlanta had a 122 ERA+. Slap me silly. I wished I lived in Raleigh... the Braves were led in ERA+ by Kris Medlen, who is part of the Iwakuma-Erasmo-Medlen stylistic trio. Maybe Erasmo will do the same for us next year... lose in the ALDS, that is.

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Maya Jewelry

If you’re looking for something different as a romantic gift, check out Maya Jewelry at one of their three locations in Los Angeles. This jewelry store not only offers some amazing unique choices, they also have one of the largest selections of body jewelry in the region. Homemade items, exotic imports and some truly interesting jewelry are just a few things you’ll find there. For that special someone that finds regular jewelry stores to be boring and bland, try having a look at Maya instead. You never know if you might find that

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Urban Florist

Whether you’re looking for something specific or need a professional florist to craft something perfect for you, Urban Florist is ready to help. With a long list of satisfied customers, you know that they have to be doing something right. It’s easy to either stop by their Los Angeles location or, if you can’t make it, just order online. With a wide delivery area, you can be sure that your beautiful bouquet will reach that someone special in short order. No matter what creative design you’re looking for, the folks here are ready to

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The Varnish

Located in downtown Los Angeles, The Varnish is a hip and classy bar for those that want to get away from the typical noisy bar scene. Decorated with a note of speakeasy elegance, you’ll find yourself at home in this casual drinking establishment. They pride themselves on both their friendly service and the skill of the bartenders and make some of the best cocktails you’re likely to find anywhere. So kick back in comfort and enjoy the unique ambiance as you sip on your drink. For those that prefer low-key class over high-energy bars, this

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Meet P22, LA's resident mountain lion

Griffith Park is just outside downtown Los Angeles, and among many other animals, it is home to the most urban mountain lion currently known to exist. Named only P22, this male mountain lion is being carefully tracked and monitored by GPS. But one blogger grew curious about what P22 has been eating, and ventured into the park to track down P22's meals. Fascinating stuff!

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Bottlerock, Culver City

Just west of Los Angeles, in Culver City, is a wine bar by the name of Bottlerock. Dedicated to bringing together an excellent combination of drinks, food and music, the menu at Bottlerock consists of some of the best craft beers and wines that you’ll find. Being that they’re also a retail spot for wine buyers, they have more than 600 different labels and regularly rotate which ones are available by the glass. Whether you’re looking to wine and dine someone, drink away the night or learn more about some amazing

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Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa

Just two hours west of Los Angeles, in the San BernardinoNational Forest, is the amazing and picturesque town of LakeArrowhead. The Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa is but one way to experience this beautiful landscape, though it is one of the most luxurious ways, with comfortable rooms and great views. Guests can take a walk on the private beach, soak in the pool or jump on the resort’s boat and spend some time on the lake. There are win

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Joshua Tree Inn

If you travel a couple of hours east from Los Angeles, out into the desert, you will eventually come upon the Joshua Tree Inn. This quaint little inn is a perfect place for couples to spend some time away from the city, amidst the brilliance of the desert scenery. They have a swimming pool there, so you can beat the heat if it gets to be too much for you, as well as a koi pond and a Zen courtyard to add to the atmosphere. And, of course, Joshua Tree National Park, for which the inn is named, is right around the corner. If you want

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Fess Parker Wine Country Inn & Spa, Los Olivos

Just north and up the coast from Los Angeles, a little ways past Santa Barbara is the Fess Parker Wine Country Inn and Spa. This beautiful boutique hotel is a perfect place for couples that want to relax and enjoy some of the best wine that the region has to offer. Each trip to Fess Parker even comes with four complementary tastings. While there, relax in the spa or head out for some beer and wine tasting adventure. Explore the surrounding area and its museums, art galleries and theaters. Or go hiking at th

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