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Supporters of Community Living came out to the 3rd Annual Trivia Night to help raise money to benefit the SOAR (Social Opportunities and Recreation) program, providing year-round enrichment and social activities for teens with developmental disabilities enrolled in middle or high school.
The Trivia Night was hosted by the “BeCAUSE We Care” Team — Barbara and Brooke Goode, Beth Ching, Chelsea McClafferty, Christine Jaeger, Kelly Rector and Nancy Emge. The hosts have all been touched in one way or another by a person with a disability and have all become actively involved with Community Living. They all believe, “With the help of the community, we strongly feel that we can continue to make a difference for all those with disabilities.”
Two donations were presented on this night – $400 from the Professional Firefighters of the O’Fallon Fire Protection District and $4,000 from Northstar Insurance Advisors. Barb Griffith, President and CEO of Community Living, was presented with a $4,000 check from Ramiz Hakim, owner and cofounder of Northstar Insurance Advisors. “I was overwhelmed, literally speechless, by the generosity of the Northstar Insurance Advisors team,” Barb said. “They have participated in this event before, but went above and beyond this year when they presented us with this large cash donation. All of us at Community Living can’t thank them enough.”
With the support of our community, the night raised over $20,000! “On behalf of our families, friends, neighbors, students and all others that are touched by someone with a disability, we thank you for your support,” Beth said. “Together we can and will make a difference.” | <urn:uuid:e5389b40-72f2-41a0-9bad-4b8bb2402863> | CC-MAIN-2017-22 | http://www.communitylivingmo.org/2017/04/28/coming-together-to-soar/ | 2017-05-23T10:49:45Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463607620.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20170523103136-20170523123136-00338.warc.gz | en | 0.965654 | 369 |
Melon Fest Mess In Howell, Event Cancelled Over Burning Cross Imagery?
The drama continues even though the now "controversial" bingo event does not over safety concerns for all who might be attending or working the event.
This is part 2 and what might be the FINALE AT MELON FEST. We might as well pack as much drama into this thing as we can because this one is small town insanity at it's finest.
See what had happened was.
Drag Queen Bingo was an event added to the festival.
It all got, apparently, so "controversial" they decided to up-and-cancel the festival as a whole.
Drag queens hosting a bingo event got people riled up enough they would rather not have the festival...
Read More: Howell Melon Festival Almost Cancelled Over Drag Queen Bingo
However compromises were made, drag queen bingo was moved inside, beer tents and social districts were cancelled, and IT STILL SOLD OUT.
It seemed that everyone was happy.
M. Night Shyamalan couldn't have seen this one coming.
Meet congressional candidate Mike Detmer. He feels that if folks are going to be tolerant of the Drag Queen Bingo event, surely they can put something more Christian and family friendly on too. And there's no problem with that. But it's the imagery in the post that ultimately lead to everyone saying, "You know what? Let's just cancel this whole thing."
Take a look and see if anything stands out.
That appears to be a burning cross. And Howell does have a certain history. People are like...bruh. There were literally no other images you could have used?
Mike was like...what?
“It’s not a burning cross,” said Detmer. “That’s something the KKK does. It’s an artistic, glowing cross, but it’s not a burning cross, no.” (WILX)
Then there was this.
People seem pleased and are now only concerned with the return of the beer tents to the event.
Also Mike...it's RAUNCHY. That's how you spell that.
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The following video has been making the rounds on Facebook and I wanted to share it here for anyone who hasn't seen it yet. While I own an e-reader and love the convenience of it, I have not forgotten the magic of books and still own more "real" books than I care to count. My world is big enough to include both. Watch, enjoy, then go read something! :)
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One Nation Under Dog by Michael Schaffer
NOTE: This domain was recently purchased. Its content has been rebuilt from other sources as well as the 2009 archived pages of the original site that Michael Schaffer created to publicize his book, One Nation Under Dog which was published in March 2010. It is stil available in a Kindle edition, hardcover and paperback on Amazon.com.
Introduction by Michael Schaffer
What’s One Nation Under Dog? I’m glad you asked. It’s what I hope is a simultaneously hilarious and insightful journey through the world of pet fashion shows, Chihuahua social networking, veterinary antidepressants, ambulance-chasing animal lawyers, hypoallergenic kitty breeders, leash-law political activists, puppy-training ideologues, chew-toy industrialists, pet bereavement counselors, organic dog foods, and other corners of our pet-crazed country–a book that is intended to say as much about how contemporary humans live as it does about the modern lives of dogs an cats. It was published April 1, by Henry Holt. Initial reviews have been strong: I hope you’ll check it out. Read more about my book here, check out my blog on the subject or visit the One Nation Under Dog facebook page, whose last post was in 2012 announcing the premier on HBO of One Nation Under Dog.
One Nation Under Dog
Everyone’s heard a zany pampered-pet story: The dog who only eats home-delivered organic meals, the cat who gets an $18,000 kidney transplants, the pet-sitter who draws a six-figure salary thanks to a neighborhood full of obsessed pet owners. But what does all of this mean, and why is it happening now? Americans spend over $40 billion a year on pets, twice what they did a decade earlier. But the dollars are only one small part of the vast changes in America’s pet kingdom: Dogs have moved from backyard doghouses to their owners’ beds; veterinary practices have evolved from neutering and de-worming factories to corporate medical chains that offer arthroscopic surgeries and prescribe animal antidepressants; simple tennis-ball chew toys have given way to high-tech learning gadgets that promise to entertain a nation of latch-key pets. Man’s best friend has become America’s ersatz child.
One Nation Under Dog is a voyage through this new world of American petkeeping—the absurd, the touching, the horrifying, and the comic. I visited with a Chihuahua social networking group in New York, reported on pitched political battles over dog-friendly laws in San Francisco, watched lawyers wrangle over pet lawsuits in Chicago and sat in on pet-loss bereavement sessions in Philadelphia. It turns out the pet boom is about more than plain old over-the-top consumerism. Take a peek at how your pet’s life has changed and you’ll find the modern history of our society—one that covers everything from our ideas about family to our growing social stratification to our long commutes to our endless technological wizardry. Not to mention culture wars, nutritional neuroses, and the rise of globalism. And, okay, some over-the-top consumerism, too.
One Nation Under Dog shows just how contemporary pets explain contemporary America. And with tail-wagging guides like Jade the Rottweiler, Ben the Beagle, and Murphy the Saint Bernard, the journey through modern society is also a lot of fun.
Enough About Me
Michael Currie Schaffer was born in Washington, D.C., but spent much of his youth shuttling between the various distant and humid and wackily-accented countries where his parents’ work took the family. All the moving left him with a sense of curiosity about the zany world back home.
Schaffer graduated from Columbia University in 1995, then spent a year as a Fulbright Scholar in Sri Lanka. He worked as a writer and an editor at Washington City Paper and as a reporter at U.S. News and World Report and The Philadelphia Inquirer. Over that time, he has covered two wars, one recount, and the still-unresolved question of whether the head of the Philadelphia cement masons’ union pulled a gun on a Republican mayoral candidate, or whether the candidate was just being a sissy. He has been singled out for his work by no less an authority than former Philadelphia City Councilman Rick Mariano, currently an inmate at Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institution, who said Schaffer “gnawed at me for days and weeks…following me down every pathway, hovering that damn tape recorder at my neck. I usually cast a blind eye, but blindness only masks disgust.” Schaffer’s writing has also appeared in publications including The Washington Post, Slate, and The New Republic.
When I’m not finishing and flogging books, I also write about all kinds of other things having nothing to do with pets, pet spas, or pet acupuncturists.
Schaffer lives in Philadelphia with his wife, Keltie Hawkins, their daughter, Ellie, and their pets, Murphy the Saint Bernard and Amelia the black cat.
An Aside: Schaffer is obviously a prolific writer. I sometimes like to imagine how a writer such as Schaffer would handle writing an article about a more techological subject such as what a progressive software firm offers high-growth companies. Just recently I was reading about the world’s #1 CRM platform that companies are flocking to. Called Salesforce, it is one of the most powerful cloud based platforms that businesses and organizations use to enhance relationships among their employees and customers. How does one explain Salesforce application development to the ordinary person? Or is this a subject that should only appear in business journals? Being able to tout that Salesforce is the #1 CRM (customer relationship management) platform is a pretty big brag. Perhaps it's just that I am fascinated by the technology used to organize, automate, and synchronize sales, marketing, customer service, and technical support via the "cloud". Well, this is all speculation as to whether Schaffer would even be interested in this subject. | <urn:uuid:4611c293-2d96-45fb-8b87-aa9f8fdb458a> | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | http://www.michaelschaffer.net/ | 2017-03-25T01:44:22Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218188773.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212948-00375-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.949018 | 1,297 |
As a part of our ongoing commitment to improve Xbox LIVE, we are rolling out an optional testing program called Xbox LIVE Labs. Xbox LIVE Labs performs a number of network tests from your console to Xbox LIVE. These results are recorded solely for the purpose of testing and improving the service. Although we want your support, participating in Xbox LIVE Labs is entirely optional and voluntary. These results are recorded solely for the purpose of testing and improving the service and will not be used to identify you.
If you choose to participate, each completed test rewards you with a cool Avatar item and a zero point achievement as a thank you for your contribution.
There are a total of three Avatar items and three zero point achievements that you can earn for each completed test, including a lab coat, brain helmet, and crazy mad scientist hair!
Xbox LIVE Labs runs from March 10-27 and is open to all Xbox LIVE members living in the United States.
You will not be able to participate in other Xbox LIVE activities, such as gaming, watching movies or downloading music, while running Xbox LIVE Labs, and your Internet connectivity may be slower than usual. Sound good? Sign into Xbox LIVE and head over to the community channel where you’ll see the Xbox LIVE Labs panel. Click on it to download the testing app and the rest is pretty much self-explanatory.
The Xbox LIVE Labs testing application is currently available in the US only. After this round of testing, we’ll evaluate when and how we’ll roll this out to other Xbox LIVE regions.
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Obama Supporters Busted For Voter Fraud:
Ohio Secretary Of State Jon Husted Seeks More Evidence Of 2012 Election Fraud;
Ignored Obama Connecticut Social Security Number Evidence
Video Clip: Ohio Secretary Of State Jon Husted Seeks 2012 Election Fraud Evidence - VIDEO BELOW:
Note: This is the same Jon Husted that refused to act upon the evidence for Obama's Connecticut Social Security Number. Private Investigator Susan Daniels sued Husted to force him to act. Husted fought it and it was shut down.
Full Video: Obama Supporters Accused Of Voter Fraud Testify In Ohio Hearing - VIDEO BELOW: - Hat tip T-Room -
2006: Obama In Kenya: I Am So Proud To Come Back Home - VIDEO HERE.
2007: Michelle Obama Declares Obama Is Kenyan And America Is Mean - VIDEO HERE.
2008: Michelle Obama Declares Barack Obama's Home Country Is Kenya - VIDEO HERE.
FLASHBACK: Obama Is The Original Birther! Obama In 1991 Stated In His Own Bio He Was Born In Kenya. DETAILS HERE.
WATCH SHERIFF OBAMA INVESTIGATION PRESS CONFERENCE HERE: CLICK HERE.
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This project contains a set of libraries implementing a Java 1.0 - Java 15 Parser with advanced analysis functionalities. This includes preview features to Java 13, with Java 14 preview features work-in-progress.
Our main site is at JavaParser.org
The project binaries are available in Maven Central.
We strongly advise users to adopt Maven, Gradle or another build system for their projects. If you are not familiar with them we suggest taking a look at the maven quickstart projects (javaparser-maven-sample, javasymbolsolver-maven-sample).
Just add the following to your maven configuration or tailor to your own dependency management system.
Please refer to the Migration Guide when upgrading from 2.5.1 to 3.0.0+
<dependency> <groupId>com.github.javaparser</groupId> <artifactId>javaparser-symbol-solver-core</artifactId> <version>3.25.1</version> </dependency>
Since Version 3.5.10, the JavaParser project includes the JavaSymbolSolver. While JavaParser generates an Abstract Syntax Tree, JavaSymbolSolver analyzes that AST and is able to find the relation between an element and its declaration (e.g. for a variable name it could be a parameter of a method, providing information about its type, position in the AST, ect).
Using the dependency above will add both JavaParser and JavaSymbolSolver to your project. If you only need the core functionality of parsing Java source code in order to traverse and manipulate the generated AST, you can reduce your projects boilerplate by only including JavaParser to your project:
<dependency> <groupId>com.github.javaparser</groupId> <artifactId>javaparser-core</artifactId> <version>3.25.1</version> </dependency>
Since version 3.6.17 the AST can be serialized to JSON. There is a separate module for this:
<dependency> <groupId>com.github.javaparser</groupId> <artifactId>javaparser-core-serialization</artifactId> <version>3.25.1</version> </dependency>
How To Compile Sources
If you checked out the project's source code from GitHub, you can build the project with maven using:
mvnw clean install
If you want to generate the packaged jar files from the source files, you run the following maven command:
NOTE the jar files for the two modules can be found in:
If you checkout the sources and want to view the project in an IDE, it is best to first generate some of the source files;
otherwise you will get many compilation complaints in the IDE. (
mvnw clean install already does this for you.)
If you modify the code of the AST nodes, specifically if you add or remove fields or node classes,
the code generators will update a lot of code for you.
run_metamodel_generator.sh script will rebuild the metamodel,
which is used by the code generators which are run by
Make sure that
javaparser-core at least compiles before you run these.
Note: for Eclipse IDE follow the steps described in the wiki: https://github.com/javaparser/javaparser/wiki/Eclipse-Project-Setup-Guide
JavaParser.org is the main information site.
JavaParser is available either under the terms of the LGPL License or the Apache License. You as the user are entitled to choose the terms under which adopt JavaParser.
For details about the LGPL License please refer to LICENSE.LGPL.
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Signing up for an IT apprenticeship through City of Wolverhampton College has launched 18-year-old Lewis Butler’s career in the industry as he has been offered a permanent contract at thecompany where is doing his training.
Lewis, who works for the Central Learning Partnership Trust, said: “I am very passionate about computing and wanted to learn more so opted for an apprenticeship in the field.
“The apprenticeship has given me the knowledge to be able to complete my qualification at college as well as skills that I’ve been able to use in the workplace in my role as an apprentice technician.
“I have nearly finished my apprenticeship and the company wanted me to continue working for them so offered me a permanent job – it felt great as it shows that I have made a good impression at the company and that they can see me progressing further in the future.”
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Thoughts from Linda:
Leadership on the Line
Staying Alive through the Dangers of Leading
Ronald A. Heifetz & Marty Linsky
Ron Heifitz and Marty Linsky, both professors at Harvard Business School, collaborated on this very practical book aimed directly at leaders who answer the call to step into the arena, as Robert Greenleaf would say. I have found this book to be invaluable in my own leadership career as well as in my consulting practice, as I coach other leaders. It offers strategies and specific suggestions, with great examples, that can help leaders identify issues appropriately and employ strategic moves that increase their likelihood of success. It deals with the subtleties of organizational, team and individual behaviors—all of which can derail even the most gifted of leaders.
The book’s title describes the content exactly. And, it builds on the expressions of Greenleaf in extolling those who can lead to do so, with the full recognition that “there is no wholeness except in using (one’s creativity and genius.)” Quoting Camus, Greenleaf noted that it is quite significant that he (Camus) titled his last lecture Create Dangerously.
So what is so dangerous about leadership? Quoting the authors: “To lead is to live dangerously because when leadership counts, when you lead people through difficult change, you challenge what people hold dear—their daily habits, tools, loyalties and ways of thinking—with nothing more to offer perhaps than a possibility. People push back when you disturb the personal and institutional equilibrium they know. And people resist in all kinds of creative and unexpected ways that can get you taken out of the game: pushed aside, undermined, or eliminated.”
The book is about opportunities to lead and they ask these questions:
Why and how is leadership dangerous?
How can you as a leader respond to those dangers?
How can you keep your spirit alive when the going gets tough?
I think the two main insights I gained from this book are two of the ‘trademark’ paradigms that Heifitz is best known for, namely, the concept of “getting on the balcony”on your own leadership along with the distinction between technical and adaptive change.
The two authors blend their very unique backgrounds in a most interesting way as they draw upon examples from the world of music and psychiatry along with media and politics. The book is divided into three parts, entitled: The Challenge, The Response and Body and Soul.
They note that the single most common source of leadership failure, in their vast experience, is that leaders treat adaptive challenges like technical problems. Understanding the distinctions and thus the strategies for driving true cultural and behavioral changes in our organizations requires this knowledge. And this book not only provides the complete framework for building the distinctions, it also provides strategies and even tactics for leading adaptive work. It rings true to me as a long-time leader in organizations of all sizes, as I have often erred in this arena myself. The examples range from corporate ones to those of nation-states.
I particularly like the final chapter, which goes to the soul of leadership. Certainly with the challenges of COVID today, this chapter alone provides inspiration for leaders who chose to tackle the tough issues and lead as servant leaders.
In looking at the drivers of ambition and leaders with a cause, they offer some great wisdom. “Frequently, people are defeated because, though they are doing their best, they make mistakes in how they assess and engage their environment (the technical vs. adaptive diagnosis.) But sometimes we bring ourselves down by forgetting to pay attention to ourselves. We get caught up in the cause and forget that exercising leadership is, at heart, a personal activity. We can act as if we were physically and emotionally indestructible.” They go on to offer an approach to the development of certain ‘practices’ to compensate for our own unique vulnerabilities, which they call “anchors.” These include such ideas as “distinguishing the role from the self, “and in a very illustrative approach, offering advice on “keeping confidents but not confusing them with allies.”
At the end of the day, they ask the question: “Why Lead?” And the answer is as they note, both profound and simple. “The sources of meaning most essential in the human experience draw from our yearning for connection with other people. The exercise of leadership can give life meaning beyond the usual day-to-day stakes—approval of friends and peers, material gain, or the immediate gratification of success—because as a practical art, leadership allows us to connect with others in a significant way.
The word we use for that kind of connection is love.”
I love this book and have turned to it over the past 20 years when I needed to remind myself of some of these concepts and also when I wanted inspiration. The last sentences of the book are appropriate in ‘my book’ as I so highly recommend this to you: “We hope that the words on these pages have provided both practical advice and inspiration and that you have better means now to lead, protect yourself, and keep your spirit alive. May you enjoy with a full heart the fruits of your labor. The world needs you. “
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England collapsed to an alarming 19-9 defeat by Ireland as their pursuit of a first RBS Six Nations title under Stuart Lancaster derailed spectacularly at the Aviva Stadium.
Scorers: Ireland – Try: Henshaw. Con: Sexton. Pens: Sexton (4). England – Pens: Ford (2). Drop Goal: Ford.
Jonathan Sexton inspired the reigning champions’ tenth successive victory by producing a masterclass in game management, while his half-back partner Conor Murray also flourished behind an Irish pack that played with furious intent throughout.
The only surprise at half-time was that they led by just six points despite having been superior in every department, with Sexton directing operations with calm authority.
And the manner in which they ratcheted up the intensity in the third quarter was reminiscent of New Zealand, with Sexton’s vision initiating a try for Robbie Henshaw that established a 19-3 lead.
Inside centre Henshaw was named man of the match, but that accolade could easily have gone to Sexton, who decorated his display with four penalties and a conversion.
England were over-run for lengthy spells of the second half and, apart from a characteristic fightback in the final quarter, there was little to applaud in a chastening afternoon.
They had been out-thought and out-muscled in a loss that has worrying implications for their hopes of mounting a meaningful challenge at the World Cup and reduced their stirring victory over Wales in Cardiff three weeks ago to a distant memory.
In contrast, Ireland have confirmed their position as the dominant force in European rugby and their coronation for a second year in succession surely awaits on 21 March, with only Wales and Scotland capable of foiling a third Grand Slam.
The reputation of their head coach Joe Schmidt continues to soar and the Kiwi will have savoured this result and performance, having stated before the game that the 13th win of his 16 matches at the helm would be his most treasured achievement.
Schmidt may have to plan for the final two rounds without his bulldozing openside Sean O’Brien, however, as the biggest match of the 2015 Six Nations inevitably witnessed a significant concussion incident.
O’Brien was struck when tackled by Billy Vunipola, rising to his feet before lurching back over on to the turf as if drunk. Once regaining composure with the team doctor in attendance, he departed to bring his afternoon to an end.
England had been braced for an early onslaught and the reigning champions did not disappoint, with two Sexton penalties nudging them into a 6-0 lead with only eight minutes on the clock.
Mere inches separated them from a try as they launched waves of attacks from a pair of five-metre scrums, but the visitors’ defence was strong.
Luther Burrell carried hard as England bristled in response, finding reward in the form of a drop goal by George Ford, although the Bath fly-half then pulled a long-range penalty wide.
Wing Simon Zebo plucked a bomb from the air despite being surrounded by white shirts, but Ireland suffered a setback with O’Brien’s removal from the game.
A tense first half continued with the champions in the ascendency, employing their kicking game to good effect and winning the collisions. Burrell was dumped in his own 22 and Sexton sent opposite number Ford backwards in the tackle, but the Lions stand-off could only land one of the ensuing penalties.
The pressure continued and Ireland began to expand their game, looking for width more often as England struggled to escape their 22, until smart thinking from Jack Nowell swept them out of danger.
Brilliant work from Alex Goode, who collected the ball from behind his own posts and broke free, rescued England before Anthony Watson found space only to fling out a wild pass. Sexton capitalised on a turnover by chipping into the corner, Watson was collared and green shirts piled over at the ruck to win the ball back for a second time.
Having pounded at the English defence, it became Murray’s turn to kick and, with the ball hanging in the air, Goode was out-jumped by Henshaw, who touched down with Sexton converting. Two penalties by Ford gave England a glimmer of hope, but that was extinguished amid Ireland’s determination to keep their line intact.
Ireland: R Kearney, T Bowe, J Payne, R Henshaw, S Zebo, J Sexton, C Murray, J McGrath, R Best, M Ross, D Toner, P O’Connell, P O’Mahony, S O’Brien, J Murphy. Subs: F Jones for Payne (71), I Madigan for Sexton (55), C Healy for McGrath (59), S Cronin for Best (74), M Moore for Ross (57), I Henderson for Toner (65), T O’Donnell for O’Brien (25).
England: A Goode; A Watson, J Joseph, L Burrell, J Nowell; G Ford, B Youngs, J Marler, D Hartley, D Cole, D Attwood, G Kruis, J Haskell, C Robshaw, B Vunipola. Subs: B Twelvetrees for Joseph (69), R Wigglesworth for B Youngs (69), M Vunipola for Marler (65), T Youngs for Hartley (55), N Easter for Attwood (66), T Croft for Haskell (62). | <urn:uuid:87d6a6ef-6948-4e85-9cf2-c7609a9e6604> | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | http://www.scotsman.com/sport/rugby-union/ireland-19-9-england-irish-trample-england-1-3705689 | 2017-11-22T04:02:28Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934806455.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20171122031440-20171122051440-00406.warc.gz | en | 0.963104 | 1,163 |
In case you didn't know, it's #ShoesDayTuesday—and today,
we've got some great news for all you shoe lovers!
Target is partnering with shoe designers Sam and Libby
Edelman to re-launch the women's footwear brand we know and love, Sam &
The new collection will be available at Target stores and
online at Target.com beginning next May. The line will feature 20 styles of
footwear, including summery sandals and patterned wedges, and prices will start
"Sam and Libby are pioneers in the footwear industry, and
this partnership delivers the designer fashion and affordable prices our guests
love finding at Target," Target's senior vice president Trish Adams said.
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NIEHS's New Strategic Plan: 2012-2017
August 1, 2012 – NIEHS director introduces the 2012-2017 strategic plan for NIEHS, "Advancing Science Improving Health: A Plan for Environmental Health Research." NIEHS, with the help of its stakeholders, lays out a plan that has descriptive strategic themes and 11 goals that are identified as priority areas for the field. As the NIEHS moves forward, our overall goal is to make the institute, including the National Toxicology Program (NTP), the foremost trusted source of environmental health knowledge, leading the field in innovation and the application of research to solve health problems.
Global climate change paper identifies 11 key categories for study
An NIEHS-led interagency effort identified 11 key categories of diseases and other health consequences of global climate change. As part of an ad hoc interagency working group on climate change and health, NIEHS teamed up with other government and international researchers to address public health concerns and vulnerability related to climate change. Discussions demonstrated that climate change mitigation strategies, in addition to reducing greenhouse gases, have additional benefits for public health. The group issued its report on Earth Day, April 21, 2010, as a supplement to the NIEHS journal, Environmental Health Perspectives. In 2009, the Institute of Medicine Roundtable on Environmental Health Sciences, Research and Medicine concluded that research on climate change needed to be reframed to emphasize human health impacts and research gaps. As a result, the working group was formed. Researchers following up on the group’s report will develop strategies to promote health and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Mitigation strategies include reducing household energy emissions, reducing motor vehicle use, developing and using low-carbon electricity, and reducing meat consumption.
Liver enzyme decreases drug metabolism
Genetic tests are available for the two principal alleles of CYP2C9. Researchers found a null allele of CYP2C9 that decreases metabolism of both warfarin and phenytoin and a second deleterious allele reported in African-Americans on warfarin. Collaborative clinical studies have shown that metabolism of tolbutamide, phenytoin, and warfarin are altered in people with genetic polymorphisms of CYP2C9, affecting dosage requirements and sometimes causing dangerous or fatal bleeding episodes in patients on warfarin as an anticoagulant.
NIEHS Sister Study on breast cancer, environment and genes fully enrolled and in follow-up phase
The NIEHS Sister Study is a prospective cohort study of how the environment and genes together affect the chance that a woman will get breast cancer and other diseases. The study includes 50,884 women ages 35-74 recruited from every state and Puerto Rico who have never had breast cancer themselves, but who have a sister diagnosed with the disease. The study, which is the largest of its kind, has already reported some preliminary findings about how factors such as weight and perceived stress may influence health and how early-life exposures may influence development of uterine fibroids and age at menopause. The study started in 2004, enrollment was completed in 2009, and women will be followed prospectively for 10 or more years. The study has led to spin-off projects such as the Two Sister Study, a family-based study of genes and environment funded by a grant from Komen for the Cure.
RNA polymerase stalling potentiates gene activity by maintaining open chromatin structure
NIEHS researchers in the Transcriptional Responses to the Environment Group announced new findings in their study of the stalling of RNA polymerase II as it begins to transcribe a gene. The most recent findings complement earlier research demonstrating that the stalling (or pausing) of RNA polymerase is widespread throughout the genome. Researchers found that stalling could enhance gene expression by preventing epigenetic changes like the formation of repressive chromatin structures, and that stalling is important for regulation of mammalian immune response, including the critical inflammatory mediator TNF-alpha. The group developed tools to perform high-resolution mapping of stalled RNA polymerase complexes across the genome, using next-generation sequencing technologies. In addition to confirming the widespread regulation of genes by polymerase stalling, these studies reveal that DNA sequences in the promoter region influence pausing and RNA polymerase dynamics.
Electronic sensor technologies are focus of NIH's Genes, Environment and Health Initiative and NIEHS' Exposure Biology Program
NIH- and NIEHS-funded researchers are focused on the development of electronic sensor technologies and similar devices such as so-called electronic noses. These small, wearable sensors could detect high exposures to toxic chemicals that pose serious health risks in the workplace or through accidental exposure. The research is conducted under an NIH-wide initiative launched in 2006 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that includes NIEHS. In particular, an emphasis is placed on creating miniaturized wearable sensors for measuring pollutants, dietary intake, physical activity, and psychosocial stress, and the biological response to each of those factors.
More than 8 Million genetic variations, or single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), identified in 15 mouse strains
Researchers announce they have successfully sequenced the DNA of 15 mouse strains most commonly used in biomedical research. More than 8.3 million genetic variations, or single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), were discovered among the genomes of the 15 mouse strains, and the data are now available on a public website.
NIEHS releases strategic plan
In May, NIEHS unveiled a strategic plan aimed at challenging and energizing the scientific community to use environmental health sciences to improve human health and understand the causes of disease. The plan, "New Frontiers in Environmental Sciences and Human Health," called for interdisciplinary teams of scientists to investigate a broad spectrum of disease factors, including environmental agents, genetics, age, diet, and activity levels.
PON1 may indicate disease from pesticide exposure
NIEHS-funded research demonstrated that a gene known as paraoxonase 1 (PON1) may serve as an important indicator for disease from pesticide exposure. The gene has been found to play a critical role in breaking down organophosphate insecticides. The high or low activity level of PON1 during pregnancy and early-life development may either protect or leave individuals who are exposed to pesticides more vulnerable.
Microarrays provide more consistent disease testing
Researchers found that using a standardized process and commercially manufactured microarrays, or gene chips, produced the best reproducible results. Their results were more consistent and reliable when using microarray technology to see how differences in gene expression are linked to specific diseases. This may allow for earlier detection of diseases such as cancer.
Toll-Like receptor 4 (TLR4) important in immune function
NIEHS researchers discovered a gene that plays an important role in immune function, known as toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4). It may also play a critical role in suppressing chronic lung inflammation and tumor development in mice.
DNA registry focuses on genotypes linked to disease
The Environmental Polymorphisms Registry (EPR) is a long-term research project to collect DNA samples from up to 20,000 individuals in the greater North Carolina Triangle region. These samples will be available to scientists to look for genes that may be linked to common diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, asthma and many others. The EPR allows scientists to screen participants for "genotypes of interest" and then invite the participants into follow-up phenotyping and/or toxicity studies on the basis of their genetic profile. The data collected from these studies will be used to define environmental risk factors and develop preventative strategies to reduce the incidence of disease. A consortium of multidisciplinary scientists has been assembled to focus research on genes that increase the risk of human disease when combined with environmental exposure, called environmental response genes.
Protein may block progression of Alzheimer's disease
NIEHS-funded researchers identified a brain protein known as transthyretin that may block the progression of Alzheimer's disease by inhibiting the effects of another protein, beta-amyloid peptide.
Defective alleles in liver enzymes linked to poor drug metabolism
NIEHS researchers in the Human Metabolism Group announced the identification and functional characterization of potentially defective alleles in human liver enzymes that are responsible for metabolizing therapeutic drugs, including anti-clotting medications and antidepressants. Genetic polymorphisms in the enzyme result in poor metabolism of the drugs. The researchers focused on single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in CYPC19.
Two new lines of genetically altered mice developed to study cancer
NIEHS researchers produced two lines of genetically altered mice that have a significant impact on the study of cancer development. Research with these mice showed that removal of two genes, COX-1 and COX-2, lead to a significant decrease in development of colon, skin, and intestinal cancers in laboratory animals.
Fathers' genetic birth defect more likely to pass to offspring
After analysis of more than 450,000 birth records, children's health researchers discovered that men and women with birth defects have a higher risk of passing that defect on to their children. Children of mothers are not at increased risk for defects other than the one carried by the mother, but researchers found children of fathers with birth defects have a significantly higher risk of birth defects of any kind.
Toxicogenomics Research Consortium formed
NIEHS awarded $37 million to five academic research organizations to form a Toxicogenomics Research Consortium with the Institute's own National Center for Toxicogenomics. Building a library of known toxins and the genes they turn "on" or "off " the center seeks to use an array of cloned genes to review chemicals for toxicity. Later, the technology may be used on individual patients to tailor preventive, diagnostic, and treatment methods.
Environmental Genome Project looks at gene variations: Some people develop disease while others do not
A new program is announced to explore gene variations, or polymorphisms, that influence people's susceptibility to environmental exposures that cause disease in some people but not others.
Gene cloned that suppresses prostate cancer
NIEHS researchers identified and cloned a gene that suppresses the spread of prostate cancer.
Researchers identify first breast, ovarian cancer gene: BRCA1
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They traveled to the city square from housing projects, antebellum mansions and old plantations on the outskirts of town. By nightfall, more than 100 people had gathered at the courthouse to find out who would be their next mayor.
Democrats, most of whom were black, stood in one part of the square. Republicans, most of them white, stood in another part and also waited inside. Three state troopers patrolled between the two groups, on the lookout for another fight to avenge one that had occurred a few hours before.
“You people think you own Washington!” a Democrat yelled.
“You’re ruining Washington!” a Republican shouted back.
There are dozens of places across the country named in tribute to the first president of the United States, and the contention so often associated with Washington, D.C., is now spreading to them, too. At the beginning of a crucial election year, many of the other Washingtons have become reflections of the nation’s capital. Even here, in a bucolic town of 4,000 in rural Georgia, where the tourism committee promotes a “sense of grace” and “the best Southern hospitality,” a 2011 campaign for a mostly ceremonial mayor’s job had become a contest rife with racial tension and allegations of voter fraud.
Here was another Washington divided and angry, hoping its problems could be solved on election night.
At stake was a part-time position that paid $600 per month, but Washington’s mayoral campaign had clear parallels to the national moment. On one side was the incumbent, Willie Burns, 57, the only black mayor in the town’s 231-year history, who kept a commemorative President Obama plate in a crystal case at his home. His great-grandparents had “come off these nearby plantations,” he said. He had spent millions in city funds as mayor to revive a destitute neighborhood and expand poverty programs. Now, with the unemployment rate stuck at 12 percent, he wanted to increase spending on assistance programs again.
Opposing him was city council member Ames Barnett, a white, Republican, 35-year-old owner of a $13 million construction business whose great-grandparents had lived in an estate that had become the town’s museum of the Confederacy. His family had lived in Washington for six generations — committed conservatives and Baptists. He wanted to cut property taxes and tighten the budget.
“What we have here are two opposite visions,” he said.
Would government in Washington be big or small? Liberal or conservative? Black or white?
As the time on the courthouse clock neared 8 p.m., more people arrived at the town square, eager to find out. It is a Washington tradition after elections to come to the courthouse, where officials tally the votes upstairs and announce the winner on the steps. Some people waited in their pickup trucks with the windows down and hummed along to revival music. Others smoked vanilla-scented cigars under a statue of a Confederate soldier while watching the clock.
The square has always been where Washington transitions from one era to the next. It was where the Wednesday slave market opened and closed; where Jefferson Davis met with the Confederate government for the final time; where the textile companies boomed and then shuttered. Now, half of the storefronts sat empty. Nearby Victorian houses had been sold at foreclosure auctions to out-of-town investors. A gridlocked city government had done more to prevent progress than to forge it. More than 70 percent of residents had turned out to vote in the mayor’s race, eager to push the town in one direction or the other.
A man walked out of the courthouse in a jacket and tie. He held up a piece of paper. The crowd moved toward him.
“Good news,” he said. “They finished tallying up the votes.”
Willie Burns had become mayor of Washington in 2003, winning the office twice by campaigning almost exclusively on the black side of town. A few days before this latest election, he looked over the familiar numbers at his kitchen table with his wife, Barbara. There were a total of 2,317 eligible voters — 1,338 black, 977 white and two Asian.
“We got enough votes just on our side,” he said. “Why waste time chasing people who would never vote for me?”
“Just get out the base,” Barbara agreed.
Burns left home a few minutes later. He drove to a house in a black neighborhood on the west side of the railroad tracks, where the Unity Club was hosting a campaign barbecue. The group had formed around the time of Burns’s first election in 2003 as an attempt at interracial bridge building. Its logo showed a white hand shaking a black hand, but only a handful of white people had ever attended. The Unity Club had transformed instead into the equivalent of a local NAACP chapter, protesting their treatment by police and a dearth of black teachers at the high school. It also held fundraisers for Burns and black candidates running for city council.
“You can say what you want about white people, but they stick together, and we have to do the same,” said Kim Rainey, a councilwoman who spoke first at the rally. “Why should the majority be ruled by the minority?”
Said Burns: “If you don’t elect me back, you shut our folks down. This side of town gets even more neglected. I hate to say it, but that’s the way this city works.”
Burns had grown up 10 miles outside town in the 1960s, in a wood-framed house with no heat, no phone and no running water. His father, an Army Green Beret, was often away, and his grandfather was the caretaker for a white landowner who raised cows. His mother and grandfather rarely allowed him to travel into Washington, because that was where some people called his grandfather “boy,” and because black drivers in the city were not permitted to go faster than white people who walked alongside the road, Burns said.
He had thrived in a divided place by learning to rely only on himself. He joined the military, then became a state trooper. He worked personal protection for two Georgia governors and was trained to regard everyone as a threat. A year after retiring, he decided to run for mayor, implored Washington’s black voters to help him make history, and won.
But with his stature came blow-back. He ordered the construction of the first public pool in a black neighborhood and was ridiculed in the local paper for spending $450,000 to do it. He took his wife out of town for one night on city business in his second term, and a tea-party-aligned conservative group filed an open-records request to scrutinize the items on his hotel bill. He watched the six-person city council — three whites and three blacks — debate for hours only to end with the same gridlock, their monthly votes becoming an exercise in futility.
Three to three.
Three to three.
Three to three.
“It makes you tired of working to death to move things an inch in the right direction,” Burns said, “tired of dealing with the politics and prejudice.”
He had thought about retiring after his second term as mayor, moving to Atlanta and living near the grandkids. But he still felt called to serve. “The stakes are too high to walk away now,” he said. So instead, on Election Day, he set his alarm for 6 a.m., drove an hour to Athens to rent a van so he could transport voters to the polls en masse, helped people search their apartments for their state IDs, and walked door-to-door in the housing project for more than three hours.
“You got me, right?” he asked a succession of voters. “Be praying for me now.”
An hour before the polls closed, he knocked at a two-bedroom apartment, and an elderly woman came to the door. The apartment was dark, and a $382 electric bill sat on the kitchen table. The woman explained that she had yet to vote, because she was taking care of her grandkids. A 4-year-old girl was watching cartoons on the couch, and a baby was sleeping in the bedroom.
“I’ll babysit while you go vote,” Burns said. “You can trust me. I’m the mayor.”
The woman grabbed her license and left for the polls, and Burns stood at the entrance to the apartment with the 4-year-old. He cherished being the mayor, he often said, “because I want to make sure these kids don’t go through what I did.” The sun was setting, and Burns checked the e-mail on his phone. “These numbers aren’t looking good,” he said. Traffic had slowed at the polling location in the black section of town. He was desperate for votes now. He looked down at the 4-year-old, who was tugging on his khaki pants.
“What’s your name?” she said.
“Willie,” he said. “What’s your name?”
“Do you know what it means to vote, Tanavia?”
The girl shook her head.
“It’s why you and me are babysitting,” he said. “Your grandma is helping decide who’s in charge of Washington.”
Across town, Ames Barnett and his wife, Ashley, had begun welcoming guests to their election party. They had hired a caterer and invited all 25 members of their campaign committee — graphic designers, Web specialists, amateur strategists, lawyers and fundraisers. The couple stood under a chandelier at the entrance to greet them.
“Tonight’s the night!” Ashley said.
“Tonight’s the night,” Ames repeated.
They had built their home in 2008 for moments such as this, designing a replica of the mansion in Mississippi where Jefferson Davis had lived the last decade of his life. Ames had supervised construction while Ashley worked with a designer to refine the interior, shopping at markets in Atlanta for Victorian furniture, chandeliers and restored glass from the 1800s.
“The Barnett Beauvoir,” they called the house, and they had imbedded the name on the hardwood floors and tiled it into the kitchen countertop. They bought the property across the street, planted 13 magnolia trees and turned it into a private parking lot. They built a white picket fence around the house and placed rocking chairs on the wraparound porch. A guest book always sits on the entry table. The walls were adorned with portraits of their son, Porter, now 5, dressed in a monogrammed outfit.
Ames had returned to his home town after graduating from college in another part of the state because he wanted his son’s childhood to mirror his own. “Everybody treating you like family, being free to roam anywhere in town,” he said. His grandmother had served as a Washington councilwoman for 20 years, and his father had run a 200-person textile company that made clothing for London Fog.
Ames had married Ashley, a former model seven years his junior who handled the town’s tourism and publicity. Their wedding was attended by 600 people, most of whom lived east of the railroad tracks. He had started his construction business three months out of college, waking at 5 a.m. to start his workday. He had a reputation for keeping his promises and operating with integrity. The business had done well until the economy crashed in 2008, and since then he’d been cutting back, trimming his workforce from 50 to 30.
Lately, it seemed to Ames that everything in Washington was on a decline. Georgia was in last place among states in job creation; the Washington region was near last place in Georgia. The town’s population had started to dip slightly, and almost a quarter of its people lived below the poverty line. Real estate prices had plummeted by as much as 50 percent since 2006. The town, 20 miles from the interstate on a winding, two-lane road, had trouble luring visitors and small businesses. Who better to represent the community during tough times, Ames decided, than the couple that people in Washington sometimes referred to as “Ken and Barbie,” a handsome businessman and a beautiful tourism director?
He announced his candidacy in April and hosted a fundraiser with 450 people. The donations had continued to come in, paying for a flurry of newspaper ads, custom-made pens, Ames Barnett lip balm, campaign photos, yard signs and a Web site. Ames campaigned on both sides of the railroad tracks, but he, too, relied on a base. As the house began to fill with dozens of people early on election night, all but two guests were white.
Ames and Ashley called everyone into the kitchen to say a group prayer. Then, after the polls closed at 7, the campaign committee walked to the square to await the results.
The first numbers came back from the precinct on the west side of the tracks: 272 for Burns, and 38 for Barnett.
“Maybe the base is coming through for us,” Burns said.
Then the vote-counting machine malfunctioned, and an election official came outside to apologize for the delay. The crowd in front of the courthouse waited in near silence. Finally, after 10 more minutes, a man walked out of the courthouse and made the announcement.
“The final tally is 837 votes for Barnett, 747 for Burns,” he said. “There’s a new mayor.”
He continued to speak, but the crowd drowned out his voice. On one side of the square, a group of blacks vented to the television news cameras. “This isn’t no place to raise your kids,” said one woman. Another leaned toward the lens: “Bye, Ames. I’m moving out of this town.”
On the opposite side of the square, the whites clapped and hugged. “Now we just need this to happen in the other Washington!” one person yelled. The crowd walked a block to the Barnett Beauvoir, where people gathered near the entrance to hear the new mayor speak.
“Praise God. Praise God,” Ames said.
“What a great country we live in,” Ashley added, fighting back tears.
“Now let’s remember we are one Washington,” Ames said.
Meanwhile, a half-mile away, Burns sat in his living room with his wife. He had yet to call Barnett to congratulate him, and Barnett had yet to call him. A few city councilmen had left messages on his cellphone, but Burns had turned off the ringer. “I’m tired of all this,” he said. “I’m ready to be done.”
A dozen supporters gathered around him in the living room, rehashing the day. One woman said she had been turned away at the precinct for no good reason. Another wondered if somehow the election had been bought.
“Call the ACLU,” one supporter said.
“File a lawsuit,” said another.
“You can’t back away after all this,” his wife said.
Burns closed his eyes. He had no chance of winning back the mayor’s office. He was sure of that. But part of him still wondered if he had a responsibility to fight back regardless. Even though the voting had ended, was he required to keep picking sides?
Washington was still liberal or conservative, rich or poor, black or white. There were still two versions of the past and two visions for the future. A new mayor would be in charge, but there was no end in sight to the anger and divisiveness that Washington politics had become.
“Okay,” he said, clapping his hands, standing up from the couch. “It won’t change anything, but let’s send a message. Let’s protest these results.”
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There are so many reasons to love Mexican/Southwestern food. The generous portions. The fact that refried beans come standard. The toppings: fresh salsa, sour cream, cheese. Guacamole (a reason unto itself). Pulled and stewed meats, cheese sauces, hot spices and fried things. The list goes on…
So when my husband declared that he was going to make flautas — my go-to order at all Mexican/Southwestern restaurants, I pulled on my sombrero, tucked in my napkin and readied my utensils.
Flautas are delicious. They combine the best of so many cooking methods: Slow cooked, pulled meat nestled inside a crispy, crunchy deep fried tortilla. You get that satisfying crunch and then a moist mouthful of well-cooked, juicy, shredded meat. Heaven. I like my flautas mounded with fresh ingredients like homemade salsa and guacamole, sour cream and cheese. All those fresh veggies have to make the fried object they’re obscuring healthy, right? Of course I’m right.
But could my husband pull this off? Were his culinary skills up to the task? My sombrero and I waited in breathless anticipation.
Not to worry… the flautas were more than edible; they were delicious. The technique is a bit tricky, only because the hot oil can easily dry the meat that you’ve worked so hard to season and stew. (I should know, being a flauta connisseur.) But after a few flauta soldiers perished (being merciful, I helped to finish them off), golden and delicious flautas began exiting the cook top.
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Our restaurant employs about 10 part-time employees, most from the local high schools and Central Washington University. In 1984 a dining room was added for additional indoor seating. We also have plenty of outside seating.
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[...] The researchers went on to theorize that getting power causes people to focus so keenly on the potential rewards, like money, sex, public acclaim or an extra chocolate-chip cookie— that they become oblivious to the people around them.
Indeed, the people around them may abet this process, since they are often subordinates intent on keeping the boss happy. So for the boss, it starts to look like a world in which the traffic lights are always green (and damn the pedestrians). Professor Keltner and his fellow researchers describe it as an instance of "approach/inhibition theory" in action: As power increases, it fires up the behavioral approach system and shuts down behavioral inhibition.
The corollary is that as the rich and powerful increasingly focus on potential rewards, powerless types notice the likely costs and become more inhibited [...]
A la inversa, los tipos deshinibidos por naturaleza actúan sin miedo y sin consideración a los demás, asumiendo más riesgos e ignorando las consecuencias. A más riesgo y menos ética, mayor recompensa potencial. Eso explica por qué muchos gilipollas patológicos se hacen ricos y poderosos. | <urn:uuid:f6ff21b5-f2b1-4ff5-8bd1-c2248b431cd3> | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | http://caminodenashua.blogspot.com/2007/04/poderoso-caballero.html | 2018-07-20T05:06:43Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676591497.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20180720041611-20180720061611-00316.warc.gz | en | 0.7739 | 280 |
Endangered fish stocks given chance after EU crackdown
Campaigners welcome reforms including limits on catches and ban on 'discards'
Critically depleted European fish stocks will be returned to a sustainable level, MEPs have promised as they voted through the most radical reforms to fishing policy in the history of the EU.
The reforms, which could come into effect as early as 2015, include measures to protect endangered stocks and a ban on “discards”, the controversial practice of throwing unwanted dead fish back into the sea.
There were jubilant scenes at the European Parliament in Strasbourg as MEPs passed the reform vote by 502 votes to 137. Members of the Green group held up banners showing fish saying “thank you”, as delegates celebrated the end of years of wrangling over the notoriously divisive EU Common Fisheries Policy (CFP).
Chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, who has led the calls for reform in Britain, praised the MEPs for backing a “strong discards ban and a legally binding end to overfishing”.
Other measures voted through included a transfer of decision-making powers from Brussels to regional fishing organisations, the promotion of low-impact fishing methods and moves to bring the European fishing fleet into line with the available fish stock.
It is estimated that three quarters of European stocks are overfished and there has been enormous public pressure for tougher limits on catches. Under the current CFP quota system, vessels must throw away any fish exceeding their quota, or any species outside their quota.
The new measures would limit fishing to “maximum sustainable yields” – meaning that no more fish would be caught than the existing stock could reproduce. A deal must now be reached between the European Commission and fisheries ministers in EU member states, to ratify the reforms.
Mr Fearnley-Whittingstall, who launched the Fish Fight campaign calling for a ban on discards two years ago, said MEPs had sent a “strong message” to the Council of Ministers. “We need to keep fighting to make sure that the implantation of the ban is rigorous and effective and achieves its principle aim: to eliminate the waste of good fish and help the industry towards a more sustainable future,” he added,
“This vote marks a crucial turning point in the battle to save Europe’s seas from overfishing and protect the livelihoods of coastal fishermen,” said Greenpeace’s Oceans Campaigner, Willie Mackenzie.
UK fishing group, The National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisation, cautiously welcomed the reforms as “a step towards a more rational and effective fisheries policy”, but called for careful implementation of the policies.
“The European Parliament now has a mandate to begin discussions with the other European institutions. We hope that rhetoric and grandstanding will be left behind as the talks focus on the real outstanding issues,” said chief executive Barrie Deas.
- 1 Exclusive: Abusers using spyware apps to monitor partners reaches 'epidemic proportions'
- 2 Margaret Thatcher 'expressed fears of Asian rising' at Anglo-Irish summit in 1984
- 3 The 'Black Museum': After 150 years, public set to see exhibits from police’s grisly crime museum
- 4 Sussex couple die in suspected Christmas Day 'suicide pact'
- 5 The Unluckiest People of the Year 2014 (and one very unlucky giraffe)
Exclusive: Abusers using spyware apps to monitor partners reaches 'epidemic proportions'
Margaret Thatcher 'expressed fears of Asian rising' at Anglo-Irish summit in 1984
UK weather: Warning for more snow and ice as freezing temperatures and gales hit Britain
UK weather: Travel chaos continues as King's Cross train delays add to snow on roads
The Unluckiest People of the Year 2014 (and one very unlucky giraffe)
British actor Idris Elba cannot star as James Bond because he is black, says shock jock Rush Limbaugh
Rozanne Duncan: Ukip expels councillor for 'jaw-dropping' comments made in BBC TV interview
Germany anti-Islam protests: 17,000 march on Dresden against 'Islamification of the West'
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We have found that many of our customers need a scalable solution in same day logistics. Most accounts have a need for route based medically trained couriers that understand the unique needs in the medical industry.
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You will receive 80 cases (Glass or Digital) with case histories and diagnosis quiz sheets. After testing your knowledge, receive follow-up materials including peer
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The Dyldam Parramatta Eels have held on to beat the Manly Sea Eagles 48-40 in the final NYC trial leading into the 2014 season.
The Blue and Gold boys out-scored the Sea Eagles seven tries to two in the opening term, with Josh Aloiai and Nathan Davis bagging doubles to put the Eels comfortably ahead.
Davis began his collection in the opening two minutes of Holden Cup after playing Australian Schoolboys last year, making a big run and converting his own try.
It didn’t take long before Halauafu Lavaka crashed over in the corner to get the Eels off to a good start.
Manly Warringah returned fire with tries to Liam Knight and Will Pearsall, converted by Michael Stigg, equalling the scores, but it wasn’t to be for long.
Hooker Zach Dockar-Clay scored from dummy-half, with Davis picking up his second from a bullet pass out onto the right edge.
Davis’ fellow Australian Schoolboy Tepai Moeroa scrambled to pick up a loose ball and crossed the white line too, putting the Eels further in front.
Lock Aloiai scored two quick tries to finish the half with the visitors sitting on an impressive 42-12 lead at the break.
The Sea Eagles started strongly in the second half with tries to Charlie Buttrose, James Parker and Tom Trbojevic scoring tries.
A late couple of try to the Sea Eagles’ Nicholas Lynn and a second for Trbojevic saw the lead narrow, but the Eels held on to win 48-40. | <urn:uuid:0d101071-e3a0-4bc9-8e7a-886540bd0a47> | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | https://www.parraeels.com.au/news/2014/02/22/eels-outlast-sea-eagles-in-nyc/ | 2022-05-24T00:15:13Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662562106.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20220523224456-20220524014456-00554.warc.gz | en | 0.948804 | 344 |
Actually, you know you dream every night, only most of the times you can't remember it.
Anyways, most dreams, no matter who's they are, are extremely weird. My dreams are no different. I remember one time I dreamed that there was a huge meteor storm, and earth was being destroyed. I've also had plenty of the "falling" dreams, where you jolt awake just before you hit. One variation of that though, which ties in with Zelda a bit, was where I dreamed I was Adult Link in the Snowhead Temple of Majora's Mask. I had to jump onto a very narrow platform, but I was a little short, so I ended up hanging from one hand above a huge gap. And then, of course, I fell, and awoke startled. I guess I played too much N64 that day. | <urn:uuid:2a971a57-fe36-42e6-a4f0-582d0689b447> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.zeldadungeon.net/forum/threads/dreams.2496/page-3 | 2024-02-27T10:00:43Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474674.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227085429-20240227115429-00056.warc.gz | en | 0.990259 | 174 |
Scotland's oldest nuclear power station could be decommissioned almost a century earlier than planned.
Chapelcross began production in 1959
The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has published its draft strategy for all the UK's plants.
Under the current timescale Chapelcross - which opened in 1959 - should be cleared by 2128, while work should be completed at Hunterston A by 2090.
But NDA chairman Sir Anthony Cleaver said the two Magnox stations could be decommissioned within 25 years.
Chapelcross, near Annan in Dumfries and Galloway, only ceased production in June last year.
The current plans would see the site return to brown field status in 2128, but Sir Anthony said there was now thought to be a "better approach".
In its strategy, the authority said: "The NDA believes there is a strong case to abandon this approach in favour of defuelling, decommissioning and release of the site for alternative uses within 25 years or less.
"This could mean site clearance could be achieved before 2030."
A similar timescale is forecast for Hunterston A, which is currently due to return to green field status by 2090.
The decommissioning process is already well under way at the Ayrshire plant, which ceased operation in 1989.
The NDA said the approach for the Magnox sites - which was based on work carried out in France - had found support in the local communities.
Further consultation will be carried out on the plans as work continues to establish the costs of such an approach.
There are no plans to speed up the decommissioning of Dounreay, which is the biggest employer in Caithness and northern Sutherland.
The clean-up is due to be completed in just over 30 years' time, and Sir Anthony said that was a "realistic" timescale.
The NDA acknowledged that dealing with the intermediate level waste held at the plant would be "a considerable challenge".
The authority said it would evaluate alternative approaches for storing the spent fuel and material.
The Dounreay nuclear plant poses a "considerable challenge"
The NDA strategy sets out a national plan for the decommissioning and clean-up of the 20 civil nuclear sites in the UK.
The public consultation period will run until 11 November, with the final proposals due to be submitted to ministers by the end of the year.
Sir Anthony said: "We believe this first draft strategy is ambitious and challenging but we are also confident it is deliverable if we can gain regulator, government and stakeholder support.
"Put simply, we want to achieve decommissioning and clean up more quickly, more cost effectively, more safely and in a more environmentally-friendly manner."
However, Lorraine Mann, an anti-nuclear campaigner, was unconvinced by the earlier deadlines.
She said: "If this is a benchmark that is being set, I think we have to query if they are possibly being a little gung-ho about things."
Alex Salmond, leader of the Scottish National Party, hit out at the rising costs of nuclear clean-up operations.
He quoted a report which showed an £8bn increase to £56bn in estimated costs of cleaning up Britain's decommissioned nuclear power stations.
He said: "The sooner Scotland has control of its own energy future the better, so we can kick nuclear into touch for good and invest in the sort of clean, green energy sources where Scotland has huge natural advantages.
"The authorities are struggling to deal with current sites, never mind burdening future generations with even more deadly waste." | <urn:uuid:224d96ad-d141-44ed-8d59-eb669768e525> | CC-MAIN-2016-50 | http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/4140088.stm | 2016-12-08T04:21:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-50/segments/1480698542412.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20161202170902-00254-ip-10-31-129-80.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.962881 | 756 |
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Abdomen - The lower part of the trunk of the body, the belly.
Accessibility - The basis of accessibility is that every Web user should have access to the information and experiences available online. The nature of the Web and the tools used to create and access the information it offers means that some users, for instance, those with visual, auditory, or other physical impairment, have difficulty accessing Web content. The tenets and practice of the accessible Web aim to ensure these users' impairments do not prevent them from finding the Web a valuable resource, and that they have access to the same content that other visitors enjoy.
Access keys - Access keys are a means by which Web users can jump immediately to a specific part of an HTML page. Users press ALT (PC) or CTRL (Mac), followed by the appropriate key on the keyboard, to access a particular part of the page or to a particular page.
Achilles tendon - Thickest and strongest tendon in the human body, extending from mid calf to the heel.
Acrylic - A soft, hypo-allergenic synthetic fibre. Used in blankets; warm and less expensive than wool, but lacks breathability.
Air Flow - Amount of air expressed in cubic feet per minute, that can be drawn through foam sample
Allergen - A substance that causes an allergic reaction, for example dust.
Allergies - 25% of all allergies are due to dust mites, with up to 85% of people with asthma allergic to dust mites. This allergy has a significant effect on the development of asthma, and the severity of its symptoms and has also been shown to be a trigger for hay fever, rhinitis and eczema. See Asthma, Dust Mites, Ultra-Fresh.
AMES test - The Ames test was developed by a Dr. Ames as a screening test for cancer causing chemicals. Briefly, the test works like this: A specific type of bacteria are mutated in a certain way. These mutated cells are then exposed to the chemical being tested. If the cells mutate back to their original state it is concluded that the chemical has the potential to cause DNA damage, a precursor to causing cancer. A more detailed explanation is available in many biology textbooks.
Anti-inflammatory - Reduction of swelling.
Antimicrobial - A generic term referring to a substance or treatment that inhibits the growth of microorganisms.
Arthritis - Inflammation of a joint.
Associate - A Health Care Professional or Retailer specialising in rehabilation and home healthcare equipment.
Associate's Program - a free service for Health Care Professionals and retailers specialising in Rehabilation and Home Healthcare equipment who have registered with us.
Asthma - A very serious health problem in Australia that affects one in four children, one in seven adolescents and one in ten adults - over two million Australians. Asthma kills over 400 people per year in Australia and is the major cause of hospitalisation in Children.
Acrylic – Man-made fiber that feels like soft wool. Acrylic products are machine washable and hypoallergenic. durable and moth-resistant.^Top
Bacteria: - Harmful bacteria can live in bedding under the right conditions. See also Ultra-Fresh.
Baffle: - Internal three-dimensional fabric wall boxes allow maximum thickness and comfort while maintaining even distribution within the boxes. Obstruct the movement of fill for maximum comfort and support.
Baffling - The best quality construction found in down comforters. Sewn-in cloth walls, rather than sewn-through stitching, keeps down from shifting and prevents cold spots. Baffling allows the down to loft to its fullest for maximum insulation.
Bed frame: - A frame that maintains the position of the foundation, headboard and footboard.
Bedding: - A general term to describe all the sheets, pillows, comforters, etc. used on a bed.
Bed riser: - Separate blocks or cones placed under the bed to raise it higher off the floor.
Bed sores: - These painful ulcers are caused by restricted circulation at various pressure points, and result in deterioration of the skin. They can start within 8 hours of immobility. For More Information see Pressure Ulcers
Bipolar Magnets: - Both poles are on one side.
Body Alignment: - The relational positioning and balance of the spine, muscles and joints.
Bonding: - The combination of two or more components into a multiple-layer composite. In furniture applications, flexible polyurethane foam is often adhered to other flexible polyurethane foam grades or to polyester fibre.
Bottom out: - Lack of support under full weight load. This characteristic is often found in low-density foam. This term is very subjective, as a foam may bottom out with a heavy person, and be very comfortable to a lighter-weight individual. The problem can be reduced by specifying foam with higher density and/or greater compression modulus value.
Box Spring: - A foundation that contains springs.
Baffles – A construction feature feather and/or down doonas / comforters / duvets, baffles are small fabric walls sewn in between the top and bottom of the shell. Filling enclosed in the baffles is prevented from shifting to maintain even distribution.
Bed skirt – A bed skirt is a flat piece of fabric to which a skirt is attached on three sides. Typically it covers the top of the box spring or bed frame and drops to the floor at the foot of the bed and on both sides; usually used with a comforter or coverlet; also called a dust ruffle.
Bedspread – A decorative bed covering that covers the entire bed and reaches to the floor on each side and the foot.
Binding - Also called edging or piping, this is the decorative trim detailing on the fold-down portion of a flat sheet or pillowcase or slip. Usually contrasts the bed linen so detailing stands out. A nice extra touch to feed your senses.
Blend - A combination of two or more different types of fibers woven together to make a distinct cloth. Like polyester is blended with cotton so the sheet is warmer and less wrinkle prone than cotton alone.
Brushing - a mechanical fabric finishing process that raises the nap of the fabric, sort of like combing, giving it a softer feel. Flannel is a brushed fabric.^Top
Canopy: - A fabric covering suspended above the bed, usually with posts.
Cell: - The cavity remaining in the structure of flexible polyurethane foam surrounded by polymer membranes or the polymer skeleton after blowing is complete.
Chamber: - Term used in pillow and bed construction. Indicates walls of fabric sewn inside the basic shape to contain filling separate from other filled portions, enabling various support characteristics and shape creation.
Chronic: - Continuing for a long time, deep seated and lasting.
Closed Cells: - Flexible polyurethane foam cells having intact cell membranes thereby reducing or eliminating passageways for airflow.
Closed Construction: - Term used to describe comforter construction where the filling is not allowed to move between chambers.
Coil: - A spring to provide resistance to applied weight.
Coil Configuration: - The arrangement of coils in a specific pattern.
Colour change: - All polyurethane furnishing foams turn yellow when exposed to light and air. This only affects the appearance of the foam and in no way affects any of its other properties.
Combed Cotton - A standard grade cotton which has gone through an extra manufacturing step called "combing", reduces the number of short, uneven fibres and leaving longer, stronger staples for weaving
Cotton - An all natural fibre. 100% cotton will be the softest and most breathable fabric. The quality of cotton is measured by the length of its staple (or fibre). The longer the staple the more luxurious and durable the cotton.
Cotton / Poly Blend - Blended sheets are most commonly comprised of 50% cotton and 50% polyester. 50-50 blends are not as soft as all-cotton fabrics, but will wrinkle less. More moderately priced, cotton/poly blends do not breathe or absorb moisture as well as all-cotton fabrics.
Comfort: - The ability of the cushioning structure to deflect at the surface and to conform to body shape, preventing a concentration of pressure on the body without bottoming out.A general term to describe the overall "feel" a mattress.
Contouring: - The ability to follow or fit the natural curves (contours) of the body.
Conventional Flexible Polyurethane Foam: - Polyether type polyurethane foams made by the basic manufacturing process without other additives.
Convoluted foam: - A type of synthetic foam that includes patterned raised cones and valleys that resemble an egg-crate. This design adds additional pressure relief and contouring support an so has therapeutic benefits.
Convoluted: - A foam fabrication process involving the use of a special cutting equipment to produce a foam sheet with peaks and valleys.
Corduroy: - A pile fabric with the pile usually cut into ridges.
Cotton: - A vegetable seed fibre grown in many areas of the world. Used world wide in the production of cotton yarns and cotton fabrics. Cotton is versatile, blends well and lends durability, absorbency, abrasion-resistance and excellent pilling-resistance to other fibres in the mixture. Often blended with rayon, Dacron, or wool.
Cotton Fibre: - The fibre produced in the boll of the cotton plant and harvested to produce cotton yarns and cotton fabrics. The length of the fiber is the major determining factor in the relative quality of the cotton.
Cotton: - vegetable seed fibre grown all over the world. When woven this all natural fabric is the softest and most breathable fabric. The length of its fibre, the staple, is the major determining factor in cotton quality.
Types of cotton include:
The length of the fibre is the major determining factor in the relative quality of the cotton. The best quality cotton is Egyptian.
Chamber: - Term used in pillow, comforter, and feather bed construction. Indicates walls of fabric sewn inside the basic shell that contains down or feather separate from other filled portions, enabling various support characteristics. See the definition of baffle box above for more details on this.
Combing: - A yarn preparation for removing all short fibers and impurities from cotton. Combed yarn is superior to carded yarn in that it is more compact and has fewer projecting fibers. The finest cotton fabrics are made from combed yarns.
Comforter: – A fiber filled or quilted bed covering which spreads over top of mattress but does not cover pillows or hang all the way to the floor; often paired with a bed skirt and pillow slips. A comforter is smaller than a bedspread and larger than a coverlet.
Comforter Set: – A pre-assembled bedding ensemble usually consisting of a decorative comforter, matching pillow slips and bed skirt.
Comforter Cover: - See: Duvet Cover^Top
Damask: – Originally referring to a Belgium cotton import, is now used for any cotton, 3 colour, woven design.
Decubitus Ulcers: – These painful ulcers are caused by restricted circulation at various pressure points, and result in deterioration of the skin. They can start within 8 hours of immobility. For More Information see Pressure Ulcers
Deluxe Foam: – Our name for our premium-grade traditional foam (non visco elastic foam). Using open-cellular technology, it is widely known for its longevity and reasonable price. Regarded by many health professionals worldwide as the benchmark for achieving the ideal 'marriage' between comfort and good posture.
Density: – A measurement of the mass per unit volume. It is measured and expressed in kilograms per cubic metre or pounds per cubic foot.
Discoloration: – Any foam exposed to natural light will discolor. Over time the foam color will 'yellow'. The gradual yellowing of foam due to a photochemical reaction. It is faster in sunlight than in artificial light, although it occurs in both. This will not affect product performance or foam longevity.
Dish: – Description of what occurs when a weight is placed on the centre of a cushion or mattress and the corners rise up in response.
Down: – Is the lightest most effective insulator. Soft, fluffy puffs of down grow under the breast feathers of geese and ducks keeping them warm and cosy in the winter and comfortably cool in the summer.
Down - Down is the undercoat of the bird that traps warm air next to the bird's skin. The highest quality down provides light-weight, year-round warmth, and serves as a natural insulator.
Down Alternative - A synthetic material used in blankets. Provides levels of comfort and warmth that are comparable to down.
'Dry' test: – An easy test to tell good foam from foam that will collapse? Just rub your finger along the foam, and if it feels dry then you know you will have a problem with a density that will not stand the test of time (go to some discount stores and you will see what we mean!) If it doesn't feel 'dry', and as well has some substance and weight to it, then you know that you have a premium product that will stand the test of time.
Durability: – How well a foam retains its comfort, support and shape with use. As applied to flexible foams, the term refers to how well a foam retains its load bearing capacity and shape with use.
Dust mites: – Microscopic animals (related to spiders) that live in our homes and feed on dead skin flakes. Most prevalent in bedding, carpets and soft furnishings. Up to two million dust mites can live in a mattress. Their faeces (droppings) are major a major trigger of allergies and asthma.
Dust mite Covers: – Soft Cotton/Polyester fabric with a Dust Control Barrier. This provides an effective barrier for dust and dust mites for allergy sufferers.
Dust Ruffle - Also known as a "bed skirt", a dust ruffle covers the empty space between the mattress frame and the floor, offering visual unity to a bedding ensemble.
Duvet: – A warm, soft bed covering that is filled with down or feathers.
Duvet Cover - A comforter cover. The best protection for a down comforter, a duvet offers an easy way to change the look of a room.
Daybed Set: – Pre-assembled bedding for use on a daybed; usually includes a comforter or fitted cover, a split corner bed skirt and either two king pillow slips or three standard slips.
Down – The soft hairy clusters found under the feathers of a goose or duck that trap warm air next to its skin. With its naturally insulating properties, high quality down will provide lightweight warmth year round.
Down comforter - A fabric shell filled with goose or duck down.
Down alternative – Synthetic or natural filling material used in comforters and duvets, with insulating and warming properties similar to down. Polyfill is the most popular hypoallergenic synthetic fill; wool and silk are popular natural fills.
Duvet Cover/ Comforter Cover - A large protective and usually decorative casing for a fiber-filled comforter, A duvet/comforter cover is open at one end and is easily removable. Ties, buttons, zippers and snaps are typical closures.
Duvet Set – A pre-assembled set of bedding that includes a duvet comforter cover, one or two pillow slips, and sometimes a bed skirt
Damask - glossy jacquard-patterned fabric. Gorgeously detailed intricate patterns can be found in damask bedding. Damask is similar to brocade but flatter and reversible. In general, any piece of dyed (single color) cloth with a woven pattern is called damask.
Down - an excellent insulator borrowed from water fowl. The soft, fluffy tufts of down grow under the breast feathers of ducks and geese keeping them warm and dry.
Down Comforter - A shell filled with the small insulating down feathers of either geese or ducks.
Duvet - The same as a Comforter, Doona, or Continental Quilt ...no matter what the fill is.
Duvet cover - What you put a down comforter inside of to protect it and keep the dirt away. Some comforters need to be professionally dry-cleaned, so keeping your more expensive comforters inside a duvet cover will be a smart investment. They also come in a wide variety of really awesome colors and designs so you can freshen up the look of your bedroom with a nice new duvet cover and some matching bed linens and pillowcases.^Top
Edema - (also spelled oedema, formerly known as dropsy) is swelling due to accumulation of excess fluid in any biological tissue. Edema has many root causes, but the mechanism is simple; fluid is drawn from the blood into the tissues when there is a higher osmotic pressure in the tissues than in the blood. (Blood normally has a higher osmotic pressure than the tissues due to the contribution of the oncotic pressure).From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Egyptian Cotton - The world's finest cotton, it has the longest, strongest staple, resulting in the softest, most luxurious fabric and feel.
esophagus, oesophagus - or gullet is the muscular tube in vertebrates through which ingested food passes from the mouth area to the digestive system. Specifically, in mammals, it connects the pharynx, which is the body cavity that is common to the digestive system and respiratory system behind the mouth (buccal cavity), with the stomach.The esophagus is lined with mucous membrane, and is more deeply lined with muscle that acts with peristaltic action to move swallowed food down to the stomach. The junction between the esophagus and the stomach is not actually considered a valve, although it is sometimes called the cardiac valve, cardia or cardias, but is actually more of a stricture. Many people experience acid reflux, where stomach acid gets pushed up into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation, commonly termed heartburn.From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Egyptian Cotton - The longest staple cotton fiber grown, no doubt the best quality cotton you can get. The next best cottons are from the Southwest US like Supima and Pima which are just tiny bit shorter than the Egyptian kind.^Top
Featherbed: – A soft, thick mattress topper filled with down or feathers.
Feathers: – Are the durable springy neighbour of down on geese and ducks. Feathers have a quill that give them a supportive spring while still providing a soft support.
Fibre: – Any tough substance, natural or man-made, composed of thread-like tissue capable of being made into yarn.
Fibre content: – The make up of the yarn content of any given fabric (eg 60% cotton and 40% polyester).
Fibrefill: – Soft, synthetic material used as cushioning in upholstered furniture and bedding.
Fill Power - The measurement of the quality of down. The higher the fill power, the greater the loft and fluff of the down comforter, resulting in light-weight, year-round warmth.
Filling (Fill): – The material used to occupy (fill) an empty space. Filling provides the support, firmness and comfort of mattresses, pillows, comforters, etc.
Firmness: – A general term to describe how much resistance the mattress applies to body weight and the resulting "give".
Fitted Bed Sheets: – Sheet used to snuggly cover the mattress. Also called the "bottom sheet". Fitted sheets usually have gusset corners with some type of elastic sewn around the bottom edge to provide fit and holding attributes around the mattress.
Fitted Mattress Pad - A mattress pad that covers the top and sides of the mattress, but resembles a fitted sheet with elastic on each of the corners. It will be quilted only on the top of the pad and will provide a good fit.
Flat Bed Sheets: – Also called the "top sheet", a flat sheet is placed on top of the fitted sheet and is typically tucked around the mattress at the sides and the bottom.
Flux density: – The magnetic flux per unit area of a section normal to the direction of flux. Also known as magnetic induction. Measured in Gauss, in the cgs system of units.
Flux: – The condition existing in a medium subjected to a magnetising force.
Foam: – A cellular material made from polyurethane, latex, polyethylene, polypropylene, or rubber etc. Can be soft, firm or completely rigid.
Foam Density: – The first misconception. Density has nothing to do with the firmness of foam. Density only equates to quality of the foam. Lower grade foams are 1.2lb density mid-grade foams are a 1.5lb density and higher quality foams are 1.8lb and up.
Foam discoloration: – Any foam exposed to natural light will discolor. Over time the foam color will 'yellow'. The gradual yellowing of foam due to a photochemical reaction. It is faster in sunlight than in artificial light, although it occurs in both. This will not affect product performance or foam longevity.
Foam mattresses: – Mattresses that have cores made entirely from polyurethane foams (without springs). These are very popular in Europe, but in australia are mainly used for holiday homes or camping. Can be extremely comfortable when made form combinations of high quality foams with soft or low resilience foam toppers.
Foam types: – Foams come in various types. Standard Urethanes, High Resiliency (HR), and Visco Elastic Type all in different weights and densities. Colour is used to identify a specific grade, hardness of a foam or resilience.
Footboard: – A board or panel that sits at the foot of a bed.
Foundation: – A base that supports the mattress. It absorbs the weight and pressure applied to the bed.
Futon: – A thin mattress placed on a frame that can covert to a bed or sofa/chair.
Feathers – In bedding, plumage from a goose or duck. Though also lightweight, feathers are heavier than down, with quills that give them a resilient spring.
Feather bed - A mostly-feather-filled mattress, heavier than a down comforter, and meant to used on the top of the mattress for sleeping upon; always use with a protective feather bed cover.
Feather Bed Cover - Similar to a protective comforter cover or duvet cover; used to protect feather bed from dirt and oils.
Fill - Material used to stuff comforters, feather beds and other similar cased bedding items. Goose down, silk and Primaloft® are types of fill.
Fill Power – In down bedding, the measurement in cubic inches than a single ounce of down will fill. Quality down comforters have a fill power between 550 and 650 cubic inches; the higher the fill power number, the warmer the comforter.
Flannel - While it can be made from wool or a blend, cotton is the most common type of flannel. Brushing of the fabric results in a very soft, fuzzy feel. Flannel is popular for its warmth and comfort.
Feather Bed - feathers contained within a fabric shell and laid on top of a mattress as a mattress topper. The featherbed will normally have elastic straps or even have a fitted sheet on it so it fits over your mattress and stays put.
Feather Bed Cover - this is a large covering for a feather bed to protect it from body oils and dirt and will help everything last longer.
Fill Power - The measurement in cubic inches that one ounce of down will fill when placed in a glass tube and allowed to loft for up to 3 days.
Fitted Sheet - Sheet used to tightly fit over your mattress. Bottom sheet. Fitted sheets usually have the corners with some elastic sewn around the edges. The cheaper versions will feature elastic on only 2 sides, while better quality fitted sheets will have elastic all the way around the bed. Helps keep that sheet on the bed so you don't wake up on the floor.
Flat Sheet - Also called the "top sheet", a flat sheet is placed on top of the fitted sheet and is typically tucked around the mattress at the sides and the bottom^Top
Gusset: – A triangle insert that adds strength to edges and corners (such as a seam).
Gusseted: – Items that are reinforced with gussets.
Gauss: – Lines of magnetic flux per square centimetre, cg's unit of flux density, equivalent to lines per square inch in the English system, and Webers per square metre or Tesla in the SI system.
Gauss meter: – An instrument that measures the instantaneous value of magnetic induction.^Top
Hand: – The feel of the foam as the hand is rubbed lightly over the surface. In home furnishings, foam with a good hand has a springy, velvet feel.For most furniture, bedding and textile applications, foam with a stiff or hard feel to the touch is described as having poor hand.
Hardness: – A measure of the foam's ability to support a load - an indication of the suitability of the foam for various applications and its initial feel - not a measure of quality. If a foam is too soft, it will bottom out; if it is too firm it will be uncomfortable.
Hardness Loss: – Softening of foam in use - an indication of foam durability. Most of it occurs within the initial period of use.
Headboard: – A board or panel that sits at the head of a bed.
Helical: – A small helix or spiral shaped wire that is used to connect coils.
Hevea brasiliensis: – The source of virtually all the world's rubber production. Cutting the bark of this tree releases the latex which is then collected, preserved, and stabilised.
HD Foam: – High Density Foam
High Density: – Referring to the solidity or amount of give, usually in a foam product.
High-density foam: – A general term to describe foam that is especially dense and thick.
High Resilience or HR Foam: – Foams that have a resilience of above 50% are considered HR - these foams generally offer superior comfort and durability and are more expensive. HR foam has a less uniform (more random) cell structure, different from conventional products. The different cell structure helps add support, comfort, and resilience or bounce.
House brand: – A retailer's custom brand that is only available through their store.
Hypoallergenic: – A term to describe objects that have a decreased likelihood of provoking an allergic reaction.
Hand - Refers to how you'd describe the feel of a fabric like bed linens. The qualities of fabric like soft, cool, fine, stiff and the like.
Hand – Term for how a fabric feels to the touch; for example, cashmere has a smooth hand.
Hemstitch - A way of embroidering sheets and pillowcases.
Hypoallergenic – Indicates a product that is largely allergen-free or with little chance of causing allergenic reaction.^Top
Insomnia: – Chronic sleeplessness.
Incontinence: – When control over the bladder and bowel is lost or diminished. People of all ages suffer from incontinence, it can be caused as a result of childbirth, temporary illness, bladder infection or spinal injury/disease.Therapeutic Pillow International has continent products available to provide protection and peace of mind. We can help with products, special covers, protective fitted sheets for beds and cushion covers.^Top
Jacquard – In fabrics, an intricate, complex type of weaving and the cloth it produces. A loom outfitted with a "jacquard attachment" produces jacquards which are detailed designs woven directly into the fabric by weaving differently coloured threads together.^Top
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Laminating: - The bonding of layers of foam and/or other materials together into a single composite. This may be accomplished through adhesives or through heat processes like flame lamination.
Latex: - In its pure foam, natural latex is the milky white liquid consisting of minute rubber particles that is tapped from the trunks of mature rubber trees. The natural latex is usually blended with other additives. This blended mixture is then turned into latex foam in giant mixers using the Talalay production process. Products are then moulded. This natural rubber product is not related to polyurethane foam.
Latex Foam: - A natural instant response foam. Conforms to the body for extra comfort.
Ligaments: - Strong fibrous tissue bands connecting the bones of the body.
Linen: - Fabric made from the flax plant.
Loft: - The height or "lift" gained by the depth of the filling material.
Low resilience (LR) Foams: - Low resilience foams are often called "memory" or "visco-elastic" foams due to their slow recovery after compression force is removed, leaving a temporary imprint. These foams provide superior comfort by reducing pressure points.^Top
Matelassé: - A fabric finish that suggests or imitates the indentations of a quilt.
Mattress: - The actual sleep surface of the bed; a bed's support, firmness and comfort are supplied by the mattress.
Memory ™ Foam: - A type of elastic, viscous synthetic foam with exceptional contouring abilities. See Low resilience or visco-elastic
MEMORY FOAM: - Deeply contoured high density foam which conforms to your body.
Moulded Foam: - A cellular foam product having the shape of the mould cavity in which it was produced.
Moulding: - The process of producing a finished foam shape by pouring liquid chemicals into a mould, where they react and fill out the inside shape of the mould.
Matelasse - Soft, double cloth or compound fabric with a quilted surface. Often, heavier constructions are made on a Jacquard loom and used for coverlets.
Muslin - Plain-weave fabric made of cotton or poly/cotton blends not less than 128 threads per square inch. Typically won't last too long for use in bed linen but acceptable if you know that going in. Sooner or later you'll be able to see right through muslin.^Top
Natural Fibres: - Those fibres which come from cotton, wool, silk and flax (linen).^Top
Open Cell Structure: - A permeable structure in flexible foam in which there is no barrier between the cells, and air can pass through the foam. Most cell walls have been ruptured to varying extent.
Osteoarthritis: - Degenerative disease characterised by inflammation of the joints between bones
Osteoporosis: - Bone condition characterised by a decrease in mass, resulting in bones that are more porous and more easily fractured than normal bones.
Overlay: - A (usually) convoluted foam pad that can be placed on top of a mattress to enhance its comfort and / or reduce pressure points.
Open Construction - Term used to describe comforter construction where the filling is allowed to move around. This will prove to be a poor choice in the long run. The comforter will get lumps of fill in the corners and then get thin in the middle where you'd like to have it. Then your fill will get smashed down and not be able to keep you as warm as when it was new. Typically you'll also find that your shell on such a comforter will be made with a less tighter weave ...which means that before you know it you'll have annoying little feathers poking you here and there.^Top
Pacemaker: - Electrical device designed to stimulate regular beating of the heart, using electrodes implanted in the body.
Peel foam: - Thin continuous sheet of foam produced by slicing off or "peeling" a layer from the outside of a cylindrical block of foam.
Pill - Over time, the surface of a cotton-blend fabric with a lower thread count can develop these tiny, frayed balls of fabric.
Pilling: - Formation of fibre fuzz balls on a fabric surface by wear or friction.
Pillows: - Foam pillows can be produced by cutting the shape from a block of by moulding. Latex pillows are usually moulded.
Pillow Case: - A functional pillow covering to protect your pillow from body oils and soiling.
Pillow Protector: - A basic covering for a pillow to protect the pillow from dirt and oils. Can also be made in waterproof or moisture proof material.
Pillow Sham: - A decorative covering for a pillow, typically with a trim, either tailored or ruffled.
Pillow Slip: - A functional pillow covering to protect your pillow from body oils and soiling.
Pillow Top: - The type of design whereby an extra layer of comfort padding is added to the surface of a mattress.
Plush: - Velvet-like fabric
Polyester: - A synthetic (man-made) fibre used in textiles; durable, wrinkle and shrinkage resistant. Polyester fibre is often blended with cotton or other fibre to produce blended cloth.
Polyfill: - A synthetic (man-made) fibre used in pillows and cushions.
Poly foam: - Short for polyurethane foam, used in almost all bedding as either an insulator pad or comfort pad that provides extended durability and comfort.
Polyurethane foam: - The most common foam used in bedding and bedding accessories - It is a synthetic resin simulating latex foam rubber produced by a chemical reaction, usually in a continuous process.
Polyurethane foam: - A type of synthetic, flexible foam.
Practitioner: - A Health Care Professional or Retailer specialising in rehabilation and home healthcare equipment.
Practitioner's Program: - a free service for Health Care Professionals and retailers specialising in Rehabilation and Home Healthcare equipment who have registered with us.
Pressure points: - Points on the body that bear the most weight and pressure when lying down; common pressure points are the shoulders, hips and knees.Areas of the human body (e.g. hips, shoulders, heels, etc) where, depending on sleeping position, the soft tissue is squashed between the mattress and the bone preventing blood flow. This causes discomfort and numbness, and results in tossing and turning, which leads to poor quality sleep. In elderly or bed-ridden, it can lead to pressure ulcers (also called pressure sores or bed sores). Low resilience foams help to reduce pressure, thus improving comfort and quality of sleep and reducing the risk of pressure ulcers.
Pressure Ulcers: - A pressure ulcer is a new or established area of skin, or tissue discoloration, or damage which persists after the removal of pressure.These painful ulcers are caused by restricted circulation (unrelieved pressure) at various pressure points, and result in deterioration of the skin. They can start within 8 hours of immobility.More information on Pressure Ulcers.
Percale - A closely woven plain-weave fabric, generally 180 thread count or better. Percale is soft, cool and light to the touch. Some of the best hotels feature Percale bed linens like the ones made by Anichini and others.
Pilling - The tendency of fibers of bedding like sheets to eventually work loose from the sheet surface and form little balls that remain attached to the surface of the fabric. I hate when that happens. You'll typically find pilling in bedding with lower thread counts. If you want to avoid pilling, try and stay at thread counts of say 180 or more generally speaking.
Pillow Protector - A little zippered cover to put your pillow into. This keeps your pillows fresh and away from body oils and stains. Make sure you use a pillowcase over it.
Pillow Slip - Basically just a fancy pillowcase. You can find them with tassels, with brocade, velvet or ruffles.
Pillowcase - A functional pillow covering to protect your pillow from body oils and soiling. It's good to have several to always have a nice, clean fresh one on the bed.
Plied yarns - Yarns that are twisted together after spinning to create a new yarn. Plied yarns don't increase the durability or strength of the fabric and will exhibit a different feel, or hand than a cloth woven with single yarns. Plied yarns should be counted as only one yarn.
Polyester - A man made synthetic fiber. Durable, wrinkle and shrinkage resistance, non-breathable. Polyester fibers are often blended with cotton or other fibers to produce blended cloth.
Polyester – Man-made fiber often blended with cotton or other fibers
Pre-Shrinking - Most pre-shrinking of cotton cloth is done on a compressive shrinkage range which is a mechanical process that allows cotton cloth to shrink naturally in its length. There is minimal residual shrinkage after this process
Print - this is the image, illustration or pattern applied or transferred to the cloth. You'll find an absolutely huge variety of patters on any and all bedding. Thin or thick stripes, geometric patterns, flowers or any other image or picture on bed linens and bedding is called a print.^Top
Quilt: - A bed covering made of scraps of fabrics sewn together with a decorative cross stitch design
Quilting (fabric): - Where several layers of fabric, with wadding in between, are joined together with lines of stitching.
Quilting (foam): - Peeled foam is usually put through a quilting machine between two layers of fabric to create the outer casing of the mattress.^Top
Resilience: - An indicator of the surface elasticity or "springiness" of foam. It is measured by dropping a standard steel ball onto the foam cushion and measuring how high the ball rebounds. Foams with resilience above 50% are classified as high resilience and those with resilience below 10% are classified as low resilience.
Repol or Rebond: - Multicolored foam of high density and hardness made by combining shredded foam scrap into blocks using a special adhesive.
Rubber: - coagulated, elastic latex. Plants that produce elastic latexes are largely tropical. Commercial rubber is produced from latex from Hevea brasiliensis.^Top
Sacroiliac: - Lower back between the lumbar vertebrae and the coccyx
Sateen Weave - Woven with four stitches over, one stitch under. Because this weave places the most threads on the surface of the sheet, sateen fabrics are very soft and luxurious.
Satin: - A basic type of weave where warp threads float over up to eight weft threads, then are tied down with one weft thread.
Sciatica: - Pain traveling the length of the sciatic nerve, the longest in the human body runs from the lower back through the pelvic region and down back of the leg.
Sham - A large, often widely fringed or bordered pillow, for display as part of a bedding set.
Slabstock Production Process: - One of the two basic procedures used to manufacture foam. A continuous process in which the reacting foam chemical mix is dispensed on to a moving conveyor belt where the foaming process is completed. This foam is subsequently fabricated into useful shapes.
Sleep Apnoea: - Sleep Apnoea pronounced (app-nee-uh) is a condition in which fat deposits in the tongue and cheeks obstruct breathing, affect sleep quality that results in tiredness during the day.
Sleep set: - A general term to describe the combination of foundation, mattress, headboard, footboard and bed frame.
"Supersoft" flexible polyurethane foam: - flexible polyurethane foam that has an IFD measurement with the 7 to 10 pound range with a softness comparable to the feel of fibre.
Support: - A general term to describe how the mattress distributes and stabilizes body weight and maintains proper body alignment.
Support Factor: - Seating foams with low support factor are more likely to bottom out under load.
Synthetic foam: - A polymerised cellular material made from an organic base other than rubber.
Synthetic: - A term to describe any material that is artificially created (not found in nature).
Synthetic Fibres - Man-made fibres such as polyester, vellux, acrylic, etc.
Sateen weave - weave that has more yarn surface on the face of the cloth than other basic weaves giving a softer hand and more lustrous, shiny look. Cloth made with combed yarns that are usually mercerised and have a very smooth, lustrous surface effect
Synthetic – Any man-made material used in manufacturing; examples: micro suede, polyester, acetate, etc.^Top
Therapeutic: - To have healing abilities or benefits.
Thoracic: - Chest region
Ticking: - The protective fabric cover that encases the support and comfort layers of the mattress.
Torso: - Trunk of human body
Traditional flexible polyurethane foam: - Polyether type polyurethane foams made by the basic manufacturing process without other additives.
Thread Count - The number of vertical and horizontal threads per square inch of fabric. The higher the thread count, the softer and more durable the fabric. Thread counts range mainly from 180 to over 300; luxury linens have 300 and higher.
Tweed: - Upholstery weight textile in plain balanced or variation weave from Scotland. Today/s tweeds may be natural and/or man-made fibres in solid colours, also heathered effect or plaid.
Thread Count - The actual number of threads going in either direction in one square inch of cloth.
Thread-count – A measurement of fabric density reflecting the number of threads per square inch. A high thread count results in finer, smoother weave, and can extend the life and increase the value of your bedding.^Top
Ultra-fresh: - An international brand used on a large variety of consumer products to signify anti microbial protection. Supplied in Australia by Protective technology.
Upholstery fabrics: - have to be sufficiently durable to take daily wear and tear as well as retaining its shape.
Urethane Foam: - The standard foam - a very high percentage of all foam products are manufactured with this type of foam.
Urethane: - Actually a misnomer as applied to polyurethane foam. A colorless, crystalline substance used primarily in medicines, pesticides, and fungicides. Urethane is not used in the production of urethane polymers or foams. The urethanes of the plastics industry are so named because the repeating units of their structures resemble the chemical urethane.^Top
Velour: - A pile fabric with a soft, velvet-like texture.
Vinyl: - Extruded polyvinyl chloride synthetic fabric flowed onto a woven, knitted, or non-woven base cloth. Medium to heavy weight upholstery fabric that imitates leather.
Visco-elastic: - The characteristics of a material that combines viscous and elastic behaviours; the scientific term to describe memory foam.Visco-elastic, or memory foam is a temperature and pressure sensitive material used in mattresses and pillows to relieve pressure, ease and prevent back and neck problems. Visco-elastic foam is made of thousands of tiny cells which mould to any shape and revert back to their original form. Visco-elastic foam is also highly resistant to bacteria, mould and mildew, and dust mites.Visco foams have the unique ability to respond to temperature and mould to a person's body. It is this unique property that allows it to relieve resting pressures. This makes it ideal for use in mattresses, chair cushions and pressure care products.
Visco Elastic Memory Foam: - Slow responding body heat sensitive foam that conforms to the body.^Top
Warp yarns - The yarns that run the length of the woven fabric.
Wool - A superb natural insulator, providing maximum warmth in blankets. Extremely durable, wool absorbs and evaporates moisture quickly, providing dry warmth. Naturally flame retardant, too. Dry cleaning is recommended.
Wrap Mattress Pad - A mattress pad that covers the top and sides of the mattress with elastic all the way around the bottom. Quilted on both the top and the sides, a wrap pad provides a secure fit for your sheets with all-around padding.^Top
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Από την Επιτροπή Group for Evangelisation του Διαχριστιανικού Οργανισμού Churches Together in England, στην οποία ο Πρωτοπρεσβύτερος Αναστάσιος Σαλαπάτας εκπροσωπεί την Ιερά Αρχιεπισκοπή Θυατείρων και Μεγάλης Βρετανίας για μακρά σειρά ετών, του ζητήθηκε να γράψει άρθρο για τις εμπειρίες του κατά τη φετινή Αγία και Μεγάλη Εβδομάδα, που βιώθηκε με έναν πρωτόγνωρο τρόπο, λόγω της πανδημίας του κορωνοϊού.
Το άρθρο, που δημοσιεύθηκε στην ιστοσελίδα του Οργανισμού Churches Together in England, έχει ως εξής:
With the doors locked (John 20,19)
Fr. Anastasios D. Salapatas is a Greek Orthodox parish priest in north west London
We live in strange times. All of humanity experiences a new and unique way of life. A life that is being lived behind closed and even locked doors. The spiritual experience though is that while the doors (especially those of our Churches) are closed, the souls of the dedicated Christians remain wide open.
The Orthodox Church, as all Christian Denominations and all earthly organisations, is trying to respond to the current need of communication and especially to the need of staying focused and remain real members of the Church, while we are still away from our usual place of worship.
In my 35 years of priestly life I never had the experience of such a Holy Week and Easter like this year’s one. We were celebrating all Sacred Services, without our faithful present, but we were quite blessed to have the use of modern technology, which transferred the Church into the homes of all our people, more especially of those who are familiar with the relevant technological facilities.
The Services of the Orthodox Church are quite colourful during Holy and Great Week, full of flowers, beautiful smells of incense, colourful vestments and many interesting and unique customs (decorated tomb - epitaphios of Christ, candles with the paschal light, red eggs, Easter cookies etc.). All these were either missed, or not personally experienced by our people this year.
It was very upsetting to hear the closed doors of the Church being hit and banged by the people, who couldn’t understand or accept why they were left outside (like the foolish virgins of the Parable), or to see certain others “attend” the Service through the Church window.
In certain instances, I left in one of the front windows of the Church antidoron bread (not Holy Communion), palm crosses, holy light, holy water, for the people to help themselves.
In my Parish’s particular case I have to emphasise the importance of having good relations with our local Group of Churches, as I was supplied with palm crosses by my local R/Catholic colleague priest when I needed them for our Orthodox Palm Sunday.
It is important to highlight that, although our Churches were closed and even locked this year for Holy Week, the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ had actually happened and the open hearts and souls of our faithful had actually experienced this in a mysterious and supernatural way, enormously assisted by the live streaming of the Sacred Services and by the actual realisation of the Pauline idea of the home Church being experienced this year in a very powerful and spiritual way.
His Eminence Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and GB in his Easter Message this year had underlined:
"In the darkness of the night a small, but unwaning flame comes to an empty world of darkness. It is the light of Christ and the message of hope, for he says to us - “fear not, for I am with you, be not dismayed, for I am your God” (Isaiah 41:10). He comes, once again, at this critical moment in history to offer us joy instead of sadness, hope instead of despair, and truth instead of deception. Although we will be apart, the joy of the Resurrection unites us and gives the strength to say to others that we still believe! We have the same faith and courage as the women who stood at the foot of the Cross, the same as the Theotokos who waited by the tomb, the same as the Myrrh-bearing women".
We all look forward to open up again in a normal way and gather as we traditionally do in our Churches, where the icons, the incense and the sacred music will fill up our souls with the beauty of Heavens.
Christ is Risen - He is Truly Risen !!!
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Guwahati: In a significant achievement for the Medical fraternity of Meghalaya, a tumour weighing 24 kilos was successfully removed from the abdomen of a woman by doctors at a hospital in West Garo Hills district.
Officials said that the 37-year-old, who hails from Jamge village in East Garo Hills district was admitted at the Tura Maternity and Child Hospital on July 29 after she complained of severe abdominal pain.
The surgical procedure was conducted by a team of doctors including two gynaecologists in a nearly 3-hour operation on August 3, informed Hospital Superintendent Dr Icylda Sangma.
Sangma further informed mediapersons that the patient is "stable" as of now. However, the tumour has been sent for biopsy to find out whether it is cancerous.
Meanwhile, the doctors of the Tura Maternity and Child Hospital have been lauded by the state's Chief Minister Conrad Sangma himself. "A team of Doctors of the Tura District Maternity and Child Hospital (DMCH) successfully removed a 24kg Tumour from the abdomen of a patient from East Garo Hills. I congratulate Dr. Vince Momin and the Team for the successful operation and I wish the patient a speedy recovery," Sangma wrote in a tweet.
A team of Doctors of the Tura District Maternity and Child Hospital (DMCH) successfully removed a 24kg Tumour from the abdomen of a patient from East Garo Hills.— Conrad Sangma (@SangmaConrad) August 5, 2020
I congratulate Dr. Vince Momin and the Team for the successful operation and I wish the patient a speedy recovery. pic.twitter.com/YKSTPgR0lG
One of the doctors at the hospital also donated blood to the patient. Additionally, community members came forward to provide financial assistance to the patient, which was also lauded by the West Garo Hills district deputy commissioner Ram Singh.
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Research Papers: Gerotarget (Focus on Aging):
Abdominal adipose tissue thickness measured using magnetic resonance imaging is associated with lumbar disc degeneration in a Chinese patient population
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Lili Yang1,2,*, Liangshan Mu3,*, Kaiyu Huang4, Tianyi Zhang4, Zihan Mei4, Wenrong Zeng4, Jiawei He1, Wei Chen1, Xiaozheng Liu2, Xinjian Ye1 and Zhihan Yan1,2
1 Radiology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
2 China-USA Neuroimaging Research Institute of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
3 Reproductive Medicine Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
4 Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
* These authors have contributed equally to this work
Xinjian Ye, email:
Zhihan Yan, email:
Keywords: intervertebral disc degeneration; low back pain; abdominal fat; magnetic resonance imaging; Gerotarget
Received: February 17, 2016 Accepted: September 25, 2016 Published: November 09, 2016
The relationship between abdominal adiposity and disc degeneration remains largely uninvestigated. Here, we investigated the association between abdominal adipose tissue thickness and lumbar disc degeneration in a cross-sectional study of 2415 participants from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University. All subjects were scanned with a 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging system to evaluate the degree of lumbar disc degeneration. Multiple logistic regression analysis revealed that men in the highest quartiles for abdominal diameter (AD), sagittal diameter (SAD), and ventral subcutaneous thickness (VST) were at higher odds ratio for severe lumbar disc degeneration than men in the lowest quartiles. The adjusted model revealed that women in the highest quartiles for AD and SAD were also at higher odds ratio for severe lumbar disc degeneration than women in the lowest quartiles. Our results suggest that abdominal obesity might be one of underlying mechanisms of lumbar disc degeneration, and preventive strategies including weight control could be useful to reduce the incidence of lumbar disc degeneration. Prospective studies are needed to this confirm these results and to identify more deeper underlying mechanisms.
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In case it may have escaped your notice, school board elections will be sharing the election ballot on Tuesday, along with the gubernatorial, legislative, county and municipal races.
In January 2012, a new law allowed local school boards to move annual elections from April to November, which was aimed at increasing voter turnout in school elections. An additional 34 school districts this year have moved their elections to November, bringing the total to 501, according to the New Jersey School Boards Association. Only 40 will hold elections in April.
School boards whose spending plans remain at or below the state's 2 percent tax levy cap do not submit their school budgets for voter approval.
Approximately 1.23 candidates are running for each open seat on Tuesday, the lowest ratio of candidates per vacant seat since 1999, according to the school boards association.
Gas prices headed for three-year low
Is the $3 gallon of gas coming back to New Jersey? It already has in some parts of New Jersey. And analysts say the average price could drop below $3 a gallon for the first time since February 2010.
As of Friday, a handful of stations were selling unleaded regular for less than $3 a gallon, including at the 5 Eleven in Englishtown, according to
The average in New Jersey on Friday was $3.15, according to AAA Fuel Gauge Report - 39 cents lower than a year ago and 12 cents lower than the national average.
The average in Missouri was $2.93, and several other states were on the verge of dipping below the $3 mark.
Analysts say the falling prices are mostly due to abundant gas supplies and flat demand.
'Tis the high season for deer-car collisions
If you haven't noticed by now, we are in the middle of the peak mating season for deer, which has bucks chasing does through meadows and streams and across highways - without looking both ways first.
The fall breeding season for deer in New Jersey runs from late October into mid-December in all regions of the state, according to the state Department of Environmental Protection, which offers several tips for avoiding car-deer collisions.
Among them: Heed "Deer Crossing" signs. When there is no oncoming traffic, use high beams after dark, which will be reflected by the eyes of deer on or near roads. And if a collision appears inevitable, don't swerve to avoid impact.
Jobless fund close to being replenished
New Jersey's unemployment trust fund is on target to return to solvency, the Christie administration said last week, providing a break for employers who were required by law to restore it to its health.
It will close the book on a particularly ugly example of government mismanagement.
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Jacqueline French, MD, discusses important considerations during the COVID-19 pandemic for those with epilepsy
Professor of Neurology at NYU Langone Hospital and Chief Medical and Innovation Officer of the Epilepsy Foundation Dr. Jacqueline French hosted a Facebook Live for the American Brain Foundation where she discussed epilepsy and COVID-19. She was the first author of a paper, “Keeping people with epilepsy safe during the COVID-19 pandemic,” and in her video she shares some takeaways from the paper along with her experience—answering common questions and providing physician guidelines for keeping epilepsy patients safe during the pandemic. For more information on how to keep epilepsy patients out of hospitals and safe at home, watch her video below.
Considerations for Epilepsy Patients
Dr. French acknowledges that at this time it does not seem like patients with epilepsy have required hospital visits for COVID-19 at a higher rate than the rest of the population. Furthermore, it appears that COVID-19 does not substantially increase the risk of an early seizure or of people presenting with newly diagnosed seizures (although this may happen rarely). However, she explains that a few factors may increase epilepsy patients’ risk for contracting the virus.
Those with focal impaired seizures might experience an altered state of awareness and be unable to maintain proper social distancing protocols—and as a result, put themselves at risk. Others with automatisms may also come in contact with contaminated surfaces unintentionally. She recommends physicians discuss these seizure characteristics and the possible risks with their patients in order to decide whether it is safe for them to go outside alone, if they need a companion to accompany them or if they should stay indoors.
Additionally, Dr. French explains that there is currently no evidence that wearing a mask would block the airway of someone with epilepsy; however, the type of mask—for instance, masks with ties—may pose a hazard for some patients.
Guidelines for Physicians to Keep Epilepsy Patients Safe During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. French explains that keeping epilepsy patients safe during the pandemic involves preventing breakout seizures and, if a seizure happens, lessening the chance that the patient ends up in the emergency department. “We want to, as far as we possibly can, keep people at home taking care of their seizures,” she says. Epilepsy patients in the ED may contribute to the high demand already placed on hospitals, risk COVID-19 infection and face long wait times and single-patient policies that might involve separating caregivers from patients in the examining room.
She offers the following three tips for physicians when it comes to keeping patients with epilepsy safe:
- Recognize that people with epilepsy who are sheltered in place have experienced a disruption in their routines. During telehealth appointments, physicians should talk to their patients about their medical adherence, if they are remembering to take their medication, and, if not, offer suggestions such as using a pill box.
- Help patients obtain their medication. Dr. French recommends healthcare providers prescribe a one- to three-month supply of medications to help keep patients with epilepsy out of hospitals.
- Give patients an action to take if they have a breakthrough seizure at home. Physicians can prescribe a rescue medication to be taken orally, such as lorazepam or diazepam, to buy time for the patient’s family to call their doctor. For those with cluster seizures, a diazepam or midazolam nasal spray would hit the bloodstream faster. Giving a prescription for one to two weeks ensures they have something in case of an attack.
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- American Epilepsy Society’s COVID-19 page
- National Association of Epilepsy’s list of COVID-19 resources for members
- International League Against Epilepsy’s resources for patients, providers and researchers
- International Bureau for Epilepsy’s resource page for healthcare providers
- Brain & Life’s COVID-19 and Epilepsy page
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Almost lost in the news last week about the huge hydopower allocation to Globe Metals to reopen its Niagara Falls plant was the awarding of cheap electrity to three other Niagara Falls companies.
Keep in mind that the discount per job averaged about $4,200 when I calucated it a year ago, and that allocations made since January 2006 have leveraged about $14,000 in private investment per kilowatt.
Here are the new allocations approved by the New York Power Authority's governing board last week:
Saint-Gobain Cermaics, already one of the larger cheap hydropower recipients, got an extra 700 KW. The company says it will use the power to expand its plant, investing $5.8 million and adding 14 jobs.
- Annual energy savings: $276,105 (all calculations are mine)
- Cost per job: $19,722
- Investment per KW: $8,286
Ceres Crystal Industries gets 2,000 KWH for a $5.43 million expansion to double its workforce from 50 to 100 jobs.
- Annual energy savings: $515,272
- Cost per job: $10,305
- Investment per KW: $2,715
Ashland Advanced Materials is a startup that gets 3,500 KW. It plans to invest $8.5 million and create 75 jobs. The company is seeking additional subsidies from the state and county IDA.
- Annual energy savings: $596,226
- Cost per job: $7,590
- Investment per KW: $2,429
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What happens when two avid rock climbers decide to get married? They head to one of the first places that they climbed together to say ‘I do!’
McKenzi and Matt planned a secret elopement in the Las Vegas desert. Photographer, and dear friend, Kristen from KMH Photography, said the elopement couldn’t have been more perfect for the adventurous and nature-loving couple.
“We hiked to a beautiful meadow for their ceremony, and another of McKenzi’s close friends performed a touching, intimate ceremony with just the two of them. The sun was setting behind the mountains, glowing light surrounded them, and the only sound was the breeze blowing through the trees,” she explains adding that Matt surprised his bride with a handmade wildflower and succulent bouquet, using flowers found in the desert.
After the ceremony, the couple had portraits taken in the desert, followed by some relaxation and craft beer.
“It was another of Matt’s surprises – this was the first beer McKenzi bought for him when they lived in Orange County together. I thought it was fitting that the beer was called Mischief, seeing as how they were secretly eloping in the wilderness.”
Finally, the couple shared a dusk first dance to “Free/Into the Mystic” by Zac Brown Band.
“This was truly the most romantic, genuine, and laughter filled elopement I’ve ever had the change to photograph, and it’s even more of a treasure because I got to be there with two of my closest friends.”
McKenzi, 31 & Matt, 37
Location: Desert, Las Vegas
Wedding Date: August 15, 2016
Number of Guests: 0
Wedding Ceremony Location: Desert, Las Vegas
Wedding Reception Location: Wedding reception is scheduled for April 15, 2017
Why did you have an intimate wedding?
I would say we had an intimate wedding because I am in the wedding industry [McKenzi is a photographer and owner of Taylored Photo Memories] primarily and I honestly see things get so crazy for people. Neither of us were interested in a long engagement. Secondly, we have been together for six years already and just kind of wanted to do our own thing. We decided to elope in a sentimental location for us and it was absolutely perfect to share it with our officiant and photographer (who are both my great friends in the wedding industry). We are rock climbers and the location was one of the first places we climbed together in Vegas.
What are some the challenges that you faced planning an intimate wedding?
I think the hardest and most awkward thing for me was the secrecy. And then the hardest thing after that was telling people. People have a wide variety of reactions and some are more stunned, some are ecstatic, some are pissed. I think it’s important to know how you plan to tell people after the fact and be prepared for a wide variety of reactions. In the end, everyone was excited for us, but people do feel a little left out.
Was it difficult to pare down the guest list?
No. Ultimately, we decided not to tell anyone because both of our parents live in other states and we just wanted to make it happen. So we opted to not invite anyone. More issues arise with travel schedules, plans etc.
What were the highlights of the ceremony?
I remember Matt saying in the middle of the ceremony: “I don’t know what to do with my hands.” We all started laughing, the minister, the photographer and both of us. That’s what so nice about an intimate wedding is that it’s so much more casual and real. We all had a nice time. There were also a few things Angie, the minister, pulled from some of our questions, adding them nicely in our ceremony. It was the perfect amount of personal.
What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding?
In the end, we decided that this was about us; it’s about no one else. Yes, there are times I think it would have been nice to include my mom in some of the shopping experiences etc. But after thinking about it more and being in this industry, things can get so out of control. I just loved that we went out and did this in our style, we had the perfect situation, the day was awesome, the vendors were so awesome. Everything worked out perfectly!
What advice do you have for couples who are considering an intimate wedding?
Decide who to tell and not to tell immediately. 2. I would advise either invite no one, or only parents. 3. Be prepared for the reactions after. So many happy-fun reactions, but also a few that were harsh (all ultimately will be happy for you in the end).
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Officiant: Angie, Peachy Keen Unions
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Hello and welcome back to Bullish, TechCrunch’s first talk show. This week we’re digging into the financial markets, the disconnect between public and private valuations, and, of course, how the venture capital community is reacting to a turbulent marketplace.
Joining us this week is Maha Ibrahim, a venture capitalist at Canaan Partners, an important finance shop that recently locked down its tenth fund. The company has billions of dollars under management.
So, what is going on? Well, those tremors you recently felt were not pre-quakes for the big one, but the global financial system undergoing a series of painful shocks. The theme of the day is uncertainty — it simply isn’t clear if we are on the cusp of a painful correction in asset valuations the planet ’round, or if we are merely staring at a bit of profit-taking after a multi-year bull market.
What is uncontroversial to note is that equities here in the United States are not cheap, various pressures in the Chinese market are worrisome, and European data isn’t thrilling.
Those facts circles back to our little Silicon Valley, because the kids who deploy capital into the next unicorns have to raise the stuff, and if our species becomes poorer on paper en masse, that particular wicket could become glue-enabled.
There is a connection between public markets, and private valuations. That’s to say that if the NASDAQ takes a turn for the dead, the implied valuation decline works trickles down through the private sphere. (At some point we get to stop pointing that out, right?)
How much? How quickly? Should you be scared? Hit play, and let’s sort it through with Maha.
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B.C. Places Immediate Ban On Grizzly Bear Hunting
British Columbia has passed an immediate ban on Grizzly Bear hunting, with the exception of First Nations people. This ban officially came into affect on Nov. 30th, 2017 following the close of the fall hunting season.
As hunters we are generally willing to stand behind a decision such as this one if it were for reasons based on science and in the interest of conservation. However, this ban has been passed for social reasons rather than scientific ones.
B.C. Forests Minister Doug Donaldson said public consultations have made it clear that killing grizzlies cannot be allowed, with the exception of First Nations who hunt for treaty rights or for food, social and ceremonial reasons.
Donaldson says “It is no longer socially acceptable to the vast majority of British Columbians to hunt grizzly bears…”
This leaves the hunting and conservation community with a LOAD of questions.
For starters, what does this mean for the guides and outfitters that rely on this hunt to make a living? Many are already complaining that this ban will put them out of business.
Executive director of the Guide Outfitters Association of B.C., Scott Ellis says “The repercussions for those who work in the hunting and guiding industry will be significant”
“The government unfortunately looked to polls and engagement websites to make this decision,” he said, adding that “some operators in rural B.C. will likely go out of business as a result of the ban.”
Second is, on what grounds does a decision like this get passed. One would expect an immediate ban to be a reflection of a critical environmental emergency. This, however, is not the case and the opposition is appalled.
The Opposition Liberals condemned the NDP’s decision, which it claims was prompted by push-back from environmentalists who are angry about a separate matter related to the move forward with the Site C dam, a controversial hydroelectric mega-project in the province’s northeast.
Opposition politicians John Rustad and Peter Milobar said in a statement that “It’s sad to see the NDP have abandoned scientific-based decision making in favour of political calculus designed to appease U.S.-based environmental groups,”
Milobar also questioned the findings of the poll that showed widespread opposition to the hunt, saying respondents may have been confused between meat hunting and trophy hunting. (B.C. had placed a ban on trophy hunting of Grizzly Bears earlier this year which dictated that it was unlawful for any hunter to possess the head, hide or paws of a Grizzly. In otherwords, they were to be harvested for meat only.)
“If that’s how we’re going to start making wildlife conservation policy in this province, I don’t think we need a minister of environment anymore, we need an online polling company.” Stated Milobar.
The announcement came two months after B.C.’s auditor general released a report calling on the province to develop a more robust wildlife management strategy for grizzlies. The report noted a lack of population monitoring and described habitat loss as the number 1 threat facing the bears, NOT hunting.
B.C.’s Auditor General, Carole Bellringer, says in a report that expansion of communities and in industries such as oil and gas and forestry makes it more difficult for grizzlies to flourish.
There are currently around 15,000 Grizzly Bears in the province. Of those, around 300 are harvested each year by hunters.
Donaldson himself admits that this decision was not made due to an unsustainable population.
So our next question is this: If the 1 threat faced by bears is habitat loss, why does the bear hunt get placed in the cross hairs? Why then is the government not stepping in to protect more of this precious habitat? Why isn’t the oil industry being targeted in this matter?
Perhaps it’s because the anti-hunting community is willing to look the other way when something they want or need is at stake. Oil and forestry are necessary evils in their every-day way of life. So perhaps targeting the hunting community is the simple way of making restitution for looking the other way for the oil tycoons. Sure it’s easy for people to draw the line that; since we can’t stop our own population growth or go without oil and lumber, the next best way to protect the bear population is to stop hunting. But here is where scientific reason, in our opinion, goes out the window.
As our own populations grow and encroach on the natural wildlife’s habitat, we upset the balance. It is, therefore, our responsibility to maintain the balance. Banning the hunting of a predator species while allowing the harvesting of the prey population is an upset to the balance. It goes without saying that a rise in the predator populations will adversely affect the prey populations. Then how long before this creates a need for immediate action to protect those other species?
Scott Ellis stated that “Wildlife management is complex, and when emotions get involved lots of times we don’t make the best decisions.”
We have seen these emotions flare most recently in the response to Steve Ecklund’s photos of the cougar he legally and ethically harvested. The surprise is that the emotional responses began flooding in after Laureen Harper, wife of former Prime Minister Steven Harper, publicly berated Ecklund attacking him personally on twitter and using vulgar terms of sexual harassment to do so.
Ironically, in a 2015 Report of the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development, published by the House of Commons under the authority of the speaker of the house during Harper’s time in office we read the following;
Several witnesses suggested that the animal rights movement poses a concern to the hunting and trapping community. They felt that animal rights legislation or policies are not based on sound science and should not impose arbitrary bans or changes to hunting or trapping practices. The European Union ban on the trade of seal products was held up as an example of legislation based on “a stigmatization of sealing by the anti-use industries.”
We also feel it is worth mentioning that more grizzly bears are killed each year in the province due to human-bear conflict than by hunters. This conflict is the direct result of the removal and development of bear habitat. Leaving the number of animals unchecked will undoubtedly increase these interactions and result in more bears being culled each year by authorities.
So our last question is: What happens when our government decides it’s no longer socially acceptable to hunt at all? We are on that slope. We saw it last year when Alberta banned spear hunting due to social agendas. Now B.C. is banning the hunting of an entire species due to social pressure. Are we ok with our government allowing our rights to be dictated by opposing social groups and agendas?
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Democracy In America Alexis De Tocqueville
Men who live in democratic countries do not value the simple, turbulent, or coarse diversions in which the people indulge in aristocratic communities: such diversions are thought by them to be puerile or insipid. Nor have they a greater inclination for the intellectual and refined amusements of the aristocratic classes. They want something productive and substantial in their pleasures; they want to mix actual fruition with their joy. In aristocratic communities the people readily give themselves up to bursts of tumultuous and boisterous gayety, which shake off at once the recollection of their privations: the natives of democracies are not fond of being thus violently broken in upon, and they never lose sight of their own selves without regret. They prefer to these frivolous delights those more serious and silent amusements which are like business, and which do not drive business wholly from their minds. An American, instead of going in a leisure hour to dance merrily at some place of public resort, as the fellows of his calling continue to do throughout the greater part of Europe, shuts himself up at home to drink. He thus enjoys two pleasures; he can go on thinking of his business, and he can get drunk decently by his own fireside.
I thought that the English constituted the most serious nation on the face of the earth, but I have since seen the Americans and have changed my opinion. I do not mean to say that temperament has not a great deal to do with the character of the inhabitants of the United States, but I think that their political institutions are a still more influential cause. I believe the seriousness of the Americans arises partly from their pride. In democratic countries even poor men entertain a lofty notion of their personal importance: they look upon themselves with complacency, and are apt to suppose that others are looking at them, too. With this disposition they watch their language and their actions with care, and do not lay themselves open so as to betray their deficiencies; to preserve their dignity they think it necessary to retain their gravity.
But I detect another more deep-seated and powerful cause which instinctively produces amongst the Americans this astonishing gravity. Under a despotism communities give way at times to bursts of vehement joy; but they are generally gloomy and moody, because they are afraid. Under absolute monarchies tempered by the customs and manners of the country, their spirits are often cheerful and even, because as they have some freedom and a good deal of security, they are exempted from the most important cares of life; but all free peoples are serious, because their minds are habitually absorbed by the contemplation of some dangerous or difficult purpose. This is more especially the case amongst those free nations which form democratic communities. Then there are in all classes a very large number of men constantly occupied with the serious affairs of the government; and those whose thoughts are not engaged in the direction of the commonwealth are wholly engrossed by the acquisition of a private fortune. Amongst such a people a serious demeanor ceases to be peculiar to certain men, and becomes a habit of the nation.
We are told of small democracies in the days of antiquity, in which the citizens met upon the public places with garlands of roses, and spent almost all their time in dancing and theatrical amusements. I do not believe in such republics any more than in that of Plato; or, if the things we read of really happened, I do not hesitate to affirm that these supposed democracies were composed of very different elements from ours, and that they had nothing in common with the latter except their name. But it must not be supposed that, in the midst of all their toils, the people who live in democracies think themselves to be pitied; the contrary is remarked to be the case. No men are fonder of their own condition. Life would have no relish for them if they were delivered from the anxieties which harass them, and they show more attachment to their cares than aristocratic nations to their pleasures.
I am next led to inquire how it is that these same democratic nations, which are so serious, sometimes act in so inconsiderate a manner. The Americans, who almost always preserve a staid demeanor and a frigid air, nevertheless frequently allow themselves to be borne away, far beyond the bound of reason, by a sudden passion or a hasty opinion, and they sometimes gravely commit strange absurdities. This contrast ought not to surprise us. There is one sort of ignorance which originates in extreme publicity. In despotic States men know not how to act, because they are told nothing; in democratic nations they often act at random, because nothing is to be left untold. The former do not know – the latter forget; and the chief features of each picture are lost to them in a bewilderment of details.
It is astonishing what imprudent language a public man may sometimes use in free countries, and especially in democratic States, without being compromised; whereas in absolute monarchies a few words dropped by accident are enough to unmask him forever, and ruin him without hope of redemption. This is explained by what goes before. When a man speaks in the midst of a great crowd, many of his words are not heard, or are forthwith obliterated from the memories of those who hear them; but amidst the silence of a mute and motionless throng the slightest whisper strikes the ear.
In democracies men are never stationary; a thousand chances waft them to and fro, and their life is always the sport of unforeseen or (so to speak) extemporaneous circumstances. Thus they are often obliged to do things which they have imperfectly learned, to say things they imperfectly understand, and to devote themselves to work for which they are unprepared by long apprenticeship. In aristocracies every man has one sole object which he unceasingly pursues, but amongst democratic nations the existence of man is more complex; the same mind will almost always embrace several objects at the same time, and these objects are frequently wholly foreign to each other: as it cannot know them all well, the mind is readily satisfied with imperfect notions of each.
When the inhabitant of democracies is not urged by his wants, he is so at least by his desires; for of all the possessions which he sees around him, none are wholly beyond his reach. He therefore does everything in a hurry, he is always satisfied with “pretty well,” and never pauses more than an instant to consider what he has been doing. His curiosity is at once insatiable and cheaply satisfied; for he cares more to know a great deal quickly than to know anything well: he has no time and but little taste to search things to the bottom. Thus then democratic peoples are grave, because their social and political condition constantly leads them to engage in serious occupations; and they act inconsiderately, because they give but little time and attention to each of these occupations. The habit of inattention must be considered as the greatest bane of the democratic character.
All free nations are vainglorious, but national pride is not displayed by all in the same manner. The Americans in their intercourse with strangers appear impatient of the smallest censure and insatiable of praise. The most slender eulogium is acceptable to them; the most exalted seldom contents them; they unceasingly harass you to extort praise, and if you resist their entreaties they fall to praising themselves. It would seem as if, doubting their own merit, they wished to have it constantly exhibited before their eyes. Their vanity is not only greedy, but restless and jealous; it will grant nothing, whilst it demands everything, but is ready to beg and to quarrel at the same time. If I say to an American that the country he lives in is a fine one, “Ay,” he replies, “there is not its fellow in the world.” If I applaud the freedom which its inhabitants enjoy, he answers, “Freedom is a fine thing, but few nations are worthy to enjoy it.” If I remark the purity of morals which distinguishes the United States, “I can imagine,” says he, “that a stranger, who has been struck by the corruption of all other nations, is astonished at the difference.” At length I leave him to the contemplation of himself; but he returns to the charge, and does not desist till he has got me to repeat all I had just been saying. It is impossible to conceive a more troublesome or more garrulous patriotism; it wearies even those who are disposed to respect it.
Such is not the case with the English. An Englishman calmly enjoys the real or imaginary advantages which in his opinion his country possesses. If he grants nothing to other nations, neither does he solicit anything for his own. The censure of foreigners does not affect him, and their praise hardly flatters him; his position with regard to the rest of the world is one of disdainful and ignorant reserve: his pride requires no sustenance, it nourishes itself. It is remarkable that two nations, so recently sprung from the same stock, should be so opposite to one another in their manner of feeling and conversing.
In aristocratic countries the great possess immense privileges, upon which their pride rests, without seeking to rely upon the lesser advantages which accrue to them. As these privileges came to them by inheritance, they regard them in some sort as a portion of themselves, or at least as a natural right inherent in their own persons. They therefore entertain a calm sense of their superiority; they do not dream of vaunting privileges which everyone perceives and no one contests, and these things are not sufficiently new to them to be made topics of conversation. They stand unmoved in their solitary greatness, well assured that they are seen of all the world without any effort to show themselves off, and that no one will attempt to drive them from that position. When an aristocracy carries on the public affairs, its national pride naturally assumes this reserved, indifferent, and haughty form, which is imitated by all the other classes of the nation.
When, on the contrary, social conditions differ but little, the slightest privileges are of some importance; as every man sees around himself a million of people enjoying precisely similar or analogous advantages, his pride becomes craving and jealous, he clings to mere trifles, and doggedly defends them. In democracies, as the conditions of life are very fluctuating, men have almost always recently acquired the advantages which they possess; the consequence is that they feel extreme pleasure in exhibiting them, to show others and convince themselves that they really enjoy them. As at any instant these same advantages may be lost, their possessors are constantly on the alert, and make a point of showing that they still retain them. Men living in democracies love their country just as they love themselves, and they transfer the habits of their private vanity to their vanity as a nation. The restless and insatiable vanity of a democratic people originates so entirely in the equality and precariousness of social conditions, that the members of the haughtiest nobility display the very same passion in those lesser portions of their existence in which there is anything fluctuating or contested. An aristocratic class always differs greatly from the other classes of the nation, by the extent and perpetuity of its privileges; but it often happens that the only differences between the members who belong to it consist in small transient advantages, which may any day be lost or acquired. The members of a powerful aristocracy, collected in a capital or a court, have been known to contest with virulence those frivolous privileges which depend on the caprice of fashion or the will of their master. These persons then displayed towards each other precisely the same puerile jealousies which animate the men of democracies, the same eagerness to snatch the smallest advantages which their equals contested, and the same desire to parade ostentatiously those of which they were in possession. If national pride ever entered into the minds of courtiers, I do not question that they would display it in the same manner as the members of a democratic community.
It would seem that nothing can be more adapted to stimulate and to feed curiosity than the aspect of the United States. Fortunes, opinions, and laws are there in ceaseless variation: it is as if immutable nature herself were mutable, such are the changes worked upon her by the hand of man. Yet in the end the sight of this excited community becomes monotonous, and after having watched the moving pageant for a time the spectator is tired of it. Amongst aristocratic nations every man is pretty nearly stationary in his own sphere; but men are astonishingly unlike each other – their passions, their notions, their habits, and their tastes are essentially different: nothing changey, but everything differs. In democracies, on the contrary, all men are alike and do things pretty nearly alike. It is true that they are subject to great and frequent vicissitudes; but as the same events of good or adverse fortune are continually recurring, the name of the actors only is changed, the piece is always the same. The aspect of American society is animated, because men and things are always changing; but it is monotonous, because all these changes are alike.
Men living in democratic ages have many passions, but most of their passions either end in the love of riches or proceed from it. The cause of this is, not that their souls are narrower, but that the importance of money is really greater at such times. When all the members of a community are independent of or indifferent to each other, the co-operation of each of them can only be obtained by paying for it: this infinitely multiplies the purposes to which wealth may be applied, and increases its value. When the reverence which belonged to what is old has vanished, birth, condition, and profession no longer distinguish men, or scarcely distinguish them at all: hardly anything but money remains to create strongly marked differences between them, and to raise some of them above the common level. The distinction originating in wealth is increased by the disappearance and diminution of all other distinctions. Amongst aristocratic nations money only reaches to a few points on the vast circle of man’s desires – in democracies it seems to lead to all. The love of wealth is therefore to be traced, either as a principal or an accessory motive, at the bottom of all that the Americans do: this gives to all their passions a sort of family likeness, and soon renders the survey of them exceedingly wearisome. This perpetual recurrence of the same passion is monotonous; the peculiar methods by which this passion seeks its own gratification are no less so.
In an orderly and constituted democracy like the United States, where men cannot enrich themselves by war, by public office, or by political confiscation, the love of wealth mainly drives them into business and manufactures. Although these pursuits often bring about great commotions and disasters, they cannot prosper without strictly regular habits and a long routine of petty uniform acts. The stronger the passion is, the more regular are these habits, and the more uniform are these acts. It may be said that it is the vehemence of their desires which makes the Americans so methodical; it perturbs their minds, but it disciplines their lives.
The remark I here apply to America may indeed be addressed to almost all our contemporaries. Variety is disappearing from the human race; the same ways of acting, thinking, and feeling are to be met with all over the world. This is not only because nations work more upon each other, and are more faithful in their mutual imitation; but as the men of each country relinquish more and more the peculiar opinions and feelings of a caste, a profession, or a family, they simultaneously arrive at something nearer to the constitution of man, which is everywhere the same. Thus they become more alike, even without having imitated each other. Like travellers scattered about some large wood, which is intersected by paths converging to one point, if all of them keep, their eyes fixed upon that point and advance towards it, they insensibly draw nearer together – though they seek not, though they see not, though they know not each other; and they will be surprised at length to find themselves all collected on the same spot. All the nations which take, not any particular man, but man himself, as the object of their researches and their imitations, are tending in the end to a similar state of society, like these travellers converging to the central plot of the forest. | <urn:uuid:3e3f320d-1750-42ad-b272-22af5845b155> | CC-MAIN-2017-30 | https://www.marxists.org/reference/archive/de-tocqueville/democracy-america/ch36.htm | 2017-07-20T14:43:45Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549423222.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20170720141821-20170720161821-00070.warc.gz | en | 0.975363 | 3,401 |
How to Quit Your Day Job and Start a FroYo Shop
On these last hot days of summer, desserts like frozen yogurt bites and parfait popsicles are the perfect way to cool down. If you’re someone who loves frequenting froyo shops and makes her own inventive froyo flavors at home, you might consider opening your own store someday to satisfy your love of all things tasty. In this week’s How to Quit Your Day Job series, we chat with Liz Fielder, the owner of Loving Cup, a Bay Area frozen yogurt and rice pudding shop with three locations — two in San Francisco and a third in Marin County.
Meet the FroYo Pro: Liz Fielder
Before opening Loving Cup in the Bay Area, Liz worked as an interior designer for a boutique NYC firm, helping to design celebrity homes and big-time restaurants. But after the market crash in 2008, the design firm downsized and Liz needed to find a new job. Around this time, her mom — who had a fantastic recipe for rice pudding — wanted to open a rice pudding shop. Liz loved the idea of running her own business, so she decided to move back to the Bay Area. Liz wanted to open a “wholesome, craft dessert shop that focused on natural ingredients and healthy living.” Picture Cinnamon Rum Raisin rice pudding topped with fresh fruit or nonfat vanilla froyo with Nutella blended in it (like a healthy version of a Dairy Queen Blizzard). With three locations serving happy Bay Area customers, Liz loves every minute of her business creation.
1. Make to order. One of the reasons customers rave about Loving Cup on Yelp (One reviewer wrote, “Loving Cup is so good OH MY GOD. I love this place.”) is that each cup is hand churned on site. When a customer comes into the store, they can choose from a list of ingredients that they can blend into their yogurt for a custom flavor. Liz sources locally whenever possible, like “uh-mazing” espresso beans from Saint Frank Coffee for the Mocha Chip flavor and organic milk from Clover Farms in nearby Sonoma. But Liz is quick to point out that, “No matter how many healthy or gourmet options we offer, the best sellers are always good old peanut butter and Oreos.”
2. Done is better than perfect. As a new mom of a four-month-old baby boy and a perfectionist at heart, Liz knows that quiet time is now a luxury. Pre-baby, Liz worked 15-hour days for two years to get Loving Cup off the ground, but now she balances new mom life and her stores. “Women today can have it all, but we can’t have it all at once. Enjoy being a mom while your baby is little. A business, especially a brick-and-mortar food concept, will require all your time,” says Liz.
3. Just do it. The fear of opening your own biz can be paralyzing, but Liz shares that if you have a “solid business plan, a great idea that will make money and true passion, you will be successful.” Focus on what you love to do and craft a sound business plan, and you can make your dream career come true.
4. Mind your numbers. As a creative person, it can be easy to focus on the details and design of your brand and not look at the numbers of the day in and day out. Liz points out that a business like hers is all about figuring out what are the most popular items and when her shops are the busiest. Liz utilizes Square POS in all three locations and swears by its power to help her know her numbers. “Square is literally the most valuable tool I have as a business owner,” says Liz.
5. It’s all about teamwork. Nowadays, Liz spends a lot of her time on her computer and meeting with managers, designers, investors and other key players in her business. But what makes her the happiest is seeing the satisfied look on her customers’ faces when she hands them a custom-made creation from her shop. During the Saturday night rush when the line of customers wraps around the block, Liz gets a thrill from working with her staff. “You’re just banging out yogurts as fast as you can and all the staff is working like a wonderful machine together,” says Liz.
6. Have enough start-up capital. One of the lessons Liz learned while opening Loving Cup was being mindful of the expenses her store would incur. She didn’t factor in payroll and taxes, so she ended up having to borrow money from her parents. “Make sure to allow yourself enough capital to start up, but don’t forget you need working capital too until you start to turn a profit,” says Liz.
7. Bring in another perspective. When Liz met her husband, Dez, she had opened her first location of Loving Cup. As the business grew, Dez decided to quit his job as an attorney and work for Liz’s company instead. Since he’s joined, the brand has expanded to three locations, has a catering program and plans to expand outside of California. “Dez and I think about things differently, so he brought a new perspective and solved a lot of problems I never would have figured out,” says Liz.
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1. Money Management for Your Small Business Online Class ($29): Like Liz learned, keeping your expenses in check is one part of running a profitable business. This online class with a financial coach will get you started on your way to understanding how to keep your financials in order.
2. Introduction to Frozen Desserts ($840): For ice cream enthusiasts and small business owners, this Ice Cream 101 course taught at Penn State University is a great way to learn the basics and the food science behind making sweet treats.
3. SquareUp Business Resource Center (Free): The site and app have tons of articles on its blog that are helpful for small business owners to stay current with industry trends, with topics like Four Common Mistakes New Businesses Make and How to Drive Sales to Your Website.
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Chilton Hospital’s CPR Training Center Announces its December 2013 Schedule of Life-Saving Classes|
Chilton Hospital’s CPR Training Center announces its December 2013 classes. All classes are held at 242 West Parkway, Pompton Plains (located 1.5 miles down the street from the hospital). For more information and registration, call (973) 831-5172 or visit the CPR Training Center online. Chilton Hospital is accredited by the American Heart Association as a CPR Training Center.
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Provider Course
- Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 1 to 5 p.m., and Thursday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (two-day class)
The ACLS Provider Course is a two-day class designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate and manage the first 10 minutes of an adult ventricular fibrillation/ventricular tachycardia (VF/VT) arrest. The intended audience is emergency medical providers such as physicians, nurses, emergency technicians, paramedics and respiratory therapists and other professionals who may have a need to respond to a cardiovascular emergency.
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Provider Course Renewal
- Thursday, Dec. 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This class is for those interested in a renewal of ACLS certification. The intended audience is emergency medical providers such as physicians, nurses, emergency technicians, paramedics and respiratory therapists and other professionals who may have a need to respond to a cardiovascular emergency.
BLS (Basic Life Support) for Health Care Providers
- Monday, Dec. 16, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Dec. 29, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The BLS for Healthcare Providers Course is designed to teach the skills of CPR for victims of all ages (including ventilation with a barrier device, a bag-mask device, and oxygen), use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO). It is intended for participants who provide health care to patients in a wide variety of settings, including in-hospital and out-of-hospital. This class is for licensed or non-licensed health care professionals. The intended audience is health care providers, such as physicians, nurses, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, physician's assistants, residents or fellows, or medical or nursing students in training, aides, medical or nursing assistants, police officers and other allied health personnel.
BLS (Basic Life Support) for Health Care Providers Renewal Class
- Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 8 a.m. to noon
- Monday, Dec. 23, from 8 a.m. to noon
- Thursday, Dec. 26, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
This class is for those who are interested in renewing their CPR certification.
ECG (Electrocardiogram) & Pharmacology
- Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This comprehensive program is the perfect pre-course for new and renewing ACLS (advanced cardiac life support) and PALS (pediatric advanced life support) providers. This course covers basic electrophysiology, normal ECG measurement, basic arrhythmia, basic ACLS drugs, usage and routes of administration during cardiovascular emergencies and how to integrate basic drug pharmacology into ACLS algorithms.
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Provider Course Renewal
- Wednesday, Dec. 18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 20, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This class is for those who are interested in renewing their PALS certification. The PALS Provider goal is to provide the learner with information needed to recognize infants and children at risk for cardiopulmonary arrest, information and strategies needed to prevent cardiopulmonary arrest in infants and children and the cognitive and psychomotor skills needed to resuscitate and stabilize infants and children in respiratory failure, shock, or cardiopulmonary arrest.
Chilton Hospital is a fully accredited, 260-bed, acute-care, community hospital. It is Five-Star Rated, the highest possible by Heathgrades, for Total Knee Replacement and Heart Failure, for three years in a row and two years in a row, respectively. Chilton is also named a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission for Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Pneumonia and Surgical Care. Chilton’s reputation in the community has been built on personalized care and many close-to-home services including an Emergency Department, MotherBaby Center, Comprehensive Wound Healing/Hyperbaric Center and Sleep Health Institute. The hospital has nearly completed its $24 million modernization project, which includes the Cardiovascular Interventional Lab, The Breast Center, Total Joint Center, Cancer Center and Surgical Services. The Chilton Health Network is continuously growing with satellite offices currently in Butler, Haskell, Hewitt, Pompton Plains and Wayne, NJ. Chilton Hospital is located at 97 West Parkway in Pompton Plains, NJ 07444. For more information about its facilities and services, or to find a doctor by name, specialty, or location, please visit www.chiltonhealth.org or call 1-888-CHILTON. | <urn:uuid:cc8947ec-4d80-41c2-8d46-a4d1f071afdd> | CC-MAIN-2014-52 | http://www.chiltonhealth.org/body.cfm?id=389&action=detail&ref=462 | 2014-12-22T21:18:07Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-52/segments/1418802776996.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20141217075256-00091-ip-10-231-17-201.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.936024 | 1,155 |
On Nov. 5, 1918, voters in Pierce County approved the formation of a public port.
The rest is history.
The Port of Tacoma this year welcomes the community to join with its employees, alumni, customers, neighbors, family members and friends to celebrate this history and the ties that bind Pierce County to the rest of the world.
The celebration will officially launch with Maritime Fest the last weekend in July and run approximately 100 days through the week of Nov. 5.
Our story map also takes you through some of the highlights of the last 100 years.
Pierce County voters established the Port of Tacoma Nov. 5, 1918, and elected our first three commissioners: Chester Thorne, a banker; Edward Kloss, a longshore official; and C.W. Orton, a fruit and dairy farmer.
In the late 1800s, shipping and the railroads led to the development of various private docks and facilities in Steilacoom, along Ruston Way and in Old Town Tacoma.
We started out on 240 acres of land in the Tacoma Tideflats. The Edmore, a commercial steamship that arrived March 25, 1921, to pick up lumber bound for Japan, was the first vessel to call at the port.
Over the years, more and more shipping activity shifted from the downtown Tacoma waterfront into the port industrial area.
Today, the port covers more than 2,700 acres in the port industrial area, creating more than 29,000 jobs and nearly $3 billion in economic activity.
Under our partnership with the Port of Seattle as The Northwest Seaport Alliance, we are the fourth-largest container gateway in North America and a major gateway for trade with Asia and Alaska.
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Our chef and team look forward to pampering you.
In the afternoon we serve a variety of fair trade coffee specialities and teas. Treat yourself to a slice of our homemade cake.
In the evening, our kitchen team pampers guests with a selection of specialities. We value fresh and regional products. Even if you are not a guest at the hotel, we look forward to being able to welcome you to our restaurant.
Just take a look at our menu. We look forward to meeting you!
Enjoy the terrace and the unique garden in the summer.
Just for the summer!
We offer something very special in the summer: Art in the garden and enjoyment for all the senses. You can experience this with the fire ring from the Swiss artist and steel sculptor, Andreas Reichlin. Host your own barbeque party – at the end of a conference, as a surprise for your friends or as an unforgettable experience. A special type of barbeque fun! Steam and grill fish, meat, vegetables, even eggs, hash browns or raclette to perfection on the hot steel ring around the open fire (www.feuerring.ch).
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To celebrate its fourth installment, the US Trail Running Conference introduces a fresh look complete with a new logo, a redesigned website, a teaser video, and an expanded list of expert panelists and sessions. This year’s program starts on September 28, and includes two and one half days with content specifically geared for trail race directors and one day, October 1, dedicated to trail runners. The historic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO, will host the Conference, which is held in partnership with the American Trail Running Association (ATRA).
Terry Chiplin, Event Director, and owner of Active at Altitude, comments, “We are delighted that the fourth annual Conference is set to grow on the dynamic foundation that the first three years provided. We look forward to working with our partners to create an exciting event that will help grow our rapidly expanding sport. Attracting trail runners and race directors to Estes Park, one of the top athletic destinations in the US, is our goal.
“Having been part of the Conference since its inception has enabled me to experience its growth first hand,” said Nancy Hobbs, ATRA’s executive director. “I eagerly await this year’s event and invite newcomers as well as seasoned veterans to join me and the ATRA staff in Estes Park this fall.”
The Conference affords a unique opportunity for trail race directors of small, medium, or large events covering distances from one mile to more than 100 miles to network and learn from one another. Last year the Conference attracted participants from 13 states as well as Canada, Iceland and Brazil. Attendees will enjoy interactive sessions, networking evenings, and an expo featuring services and products that are critical for directing successful and sustainable trail races. Demos will also be part of the program with guided trail runs each morning and on October 1, a separate track for “newbie” or beginner trail runners will cover techniques, gear, and training tips.
Estes Park Medical Center is a Conference Partner, and Dr. Florence, Dr. Taylor, and Dr. Dumont from EPMC will participate in panel discussions and interactive
workshops, as well as presenting information on the range of health, sports and
wellness related services that EPMC provides.
Specialty retailer running stores will also be represented, along with advocacy and sustainability groups including International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) and Leave No Trace.
The Conference includes a trail running movie night on Friday, September 30, at the Reel Mountain Theater in Estes Park. Films will be selected that depict inspiring stories of trail running around the World. Proceeds from the film festival will benefit ATRA and Estes Valley Parks & Recreation District.
There are options to register for the entire Conference, including the trail runner day, as well as one or two days. Early bird pricing for the Conference runs through April 1, at www.ustrailrunningconference.com. Cost for race directors starts at $210 for 2.5 days, while the cost for trail runners starts at $25.
The Conference culminates with the 5.8-mile Estes Trail Ascent – Trail Run to be held on Pole Hill, Estes Park, on Sunday, October 2. The race is presented by Estes Park Running Club, who also put on the Estes Park Marathon races and other races in the Estes Park community. Register at www.epmarathon.org, or on race morning at Ravencrest Bible School & Retreat Center. | <urn:uuid:c9107e63-e6d3-4180-8b4a-b2d3afab0fcf> | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | https://ustrailrunningconference.com/news/us-trail-running-conference-announces-major-upgrades-for-2016/ | 2021-10-18T07:17:28Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585199.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20211018062819-20211018092819-00537.warc.gz | en | 0.951538 | 723 |
New Mexico - List of United States Amusement & Recreation Services, Ticket Service, Guide Service
Company Name:Skyspan Adventures Status:Work State:New Mexico Post:87191-6638 County:Bernalillo City:Albuquerque Address:P.O. BOX 16638 Phone:(505)250-2300 Fax: unknown Email: unknown Contact President:Tamara Bradley Web site: unknown SIC code:799915 Industry group: AMUSEMENT & RECREATION SERVICES, Business category: AMUSEMENT & RECREATION SERVICES NEC, Subcategory: BRIDGE CLUBS Gross Annual Sales (Revenue):Unavailable Description:Skyspan Adventures is a business categorized under bridge clubs, which is part of the larger category amusement & recreation services nec. Skyspan Adventures is located at the address P.O. BOX 16638 in Albuquerque, New Mexico 87191-6638. The President is Tamara Bradley who can be contacted at (505)250-2300.
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DIAMOND STATE SURGICAL ASSOCIATES
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First Surgical Practice in Middletown....Serving all the communities needs. Diamond State Surgical Associates is led by Dr. Kevin Geffe. Dr. Geffe is trained in a broad range of surgical specialties and is committed to excellent patient care and communication. Dr. Geffe has been recognized by many for his great bedside manner and superior surgical skills. This new exciting surgical practice is a needed and great addition to the healthcare community here in Middletown.
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- Becky Lounsbury124 Sleepy Hollow DriveSuite 201Middletown, DE 19709Phone: (302) 449-9660Fax: (302) 449-9661
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Tutor: Lina Newstead
Date: 30th March 2019
Time: 10:00 - 15:45
Unfortunately, Mary Mackie is unexpectedly unable to be with us. She will be at the end of a course of radiotherapy following surgery for breast cancer.
We are indebted to Lina, who has trained with Mary and is a very experienced DCT and tutor, for stepping in at the last moment to teach the day.
Lina has been practising Yoga since 1975 and teaching for over 20 years. She is a senior British Wheel of Yoga teacher having taught many Foundation Courses & Teacher Training Diploma courses.
She believes that Yoga can be practised from the cradle and well into old age with suitable adaptation. So the style of physical Yoga that she teaches is inclusive & very therapeutic, with an emphasis on good breathing, deep relaxations & meditation. This belief led her to start teaching a Chair Yoga class ten years ago. She has now undertaken the Gentle Years Yoga teacher training and will soon to be rolling out the programme in the South East area
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Evolving Legal Profession (Sept. 9, 2015)
Recent reports on how the legal profession is changing and how to be successful in it.
- "Meet our 2015 Legal Rebels," ABA Journal
- "New Law' offers alternatives to lawyers fed up with long hours of BigLaw, report says," ABA Journal
- "Law Firms' Grueling Hours Are Turning Defectors into Competitors," Harvard Business Review
- "Disruptive Innovation: New Models of Legal Practice," PDF copy, Harvard Business Review
- "Tips for Developing Self-Confidence So You Can Flourish," The Legal Intelligencer
- "Know Your Genders: Here's the Newest Definition," Corporate Counsel | <urn:uuid:0df8f70c-d7f1-49ba-a309-28b766ede503> | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | https://www.brycelegal.com/blog/2015/09/evolving-legal-profession-10 | 2019-06-20T17:16:19Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999263.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20190620165805-20190620191805-00088.warc.gz | en | 0.932741 | 149 |
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Justice: Astros have look of a team tightening
Commentary: Astros have look of a team tightening
Hitters stuck in .070 skid
RICHARD JUSTICE, Copyright 2008 Houston Chronicle | September 16, 2008
Photo By Steve Campbell/Houston ChronicleMiguel Tejada (10) has tried to keep his teammates loose as the pressure of the playoff race has mounted.
“You’ve got to laugh and joke around,” Tejada said. “You can’t be tense.”
In trying to relieve the pressure of the moment, he did what a veteran player is supposed to do. He tried to lighten the mood.
Every pitch matters. Every inning is critical. On and on they grind. Jeff Kent once told his teammates they were going to be shocked at how tired they would be after a season in which a season seemed to ride on almost every game.
“It’s like Chinese torture,” Brad Ausmus said. “It’s water dripping on your forehead.”
The Astros have lived on the edge for weeks, but with 12 games remaining, they’ve got a chance to do something no one thought possible a month ago.
How they deal with it, how well they maintain a sense of normalcy, may be the difference between going home 12 games from now and playing on baseball’s biggest stage. At the moment, they appear to be pressing.
“I can’t speak for the rest of the guys, but this is the fifth time I’ve been through this,” Lance Berkman said. “We played three full seasons — 2004, 2005, 2006 — and didn’t play a meaningless game. It’s nothing new.”
They could put an unimaginably perfect finish on a strange season. But they went quietly again Tuesday, getting just five hits in a 5-1 loss to the Florida Marlins.
They’ve lost three in a row for the first time in 56 days. They’ve been outscored 16-2 and are hitting .070 since leaving Houston. Berkman, Tejada and Hunter Pence are 0-for-31.
“We need to pick it up a little bit, and that’s on guys like myself, Miggy, some of the veteran guys,” Berkman said. “I haven’t done a very good job this month.”
Little margin for error
The Astros trail the Mets by three games and the Brewers by 2½ in the race for the National League wild-card berth.
They have almost no margin for error.
“We’re going to need some things to go our way,” Ausmus said. “Unless we run the table, we’re going to need them to lose.”
Yet both the Mets and Brewers are in free fall. Neither seems capable of finishing, and if the Astros can rediscover their magic, they’ve still got a chance.
“We’re running out of time, but we’ve been running out of time for months,” Ausmus said. “We were dead in the water at the beginning of August, and here we are with a chance to win the wild card.”
Before he was fired, Brewers manager Ned Yost referred to a pennant race as “horribly fun.” There’s absolutely nothing like it in sports because the game is played at such a methodical pace, and then in the closing days, that pace comes with a tension and expectation.
Been there, done that
At least the Astros have been here before. They clinched a playoff berth on the final day of the 2004 and 2005 seasons and were eliminated on the last day of 2006.
They’ve turned these late-season sprints into an art. They dig themselves a huge hole, and then about the time they’re written off, they sprint to the finish line.
Years from now, they may remember times like these as the most fun they’ll ever have.
They have enough playoff experience up and down the roster to know what’s on the line, and they understand that gripping the bats tighter, swinging harder gets them nowhere.
What a strange game. If they could only block someone or throw down a dunk. Instead they go to the plate trying to relax with so much at stake. Slow down, hurry up.
“It’s a mental battle,” Roy Oswalt said. “It’s physically tiring. You’re trying to make perfect pitches every time. That’s tough.”
A very costly pitch
Oswalt allowed a run for the first time in three weeks. He tried to get a fastball in on the hands to Jorge Cantu in the first inning. Instead, the ball drifted back over the plate, and Cantu turned it into a three-run homer that was all the Marlins needed.
“One bad pitch sunk the game,” Oswalt said.
So they’re three back with 12 to play. Once more, their odds aren’t good. Then again, their odds weren’t good on June 19 when they were 33-40 and had the 11th-best record in the National League.
Nor were their odds good on Aug. 26 when they trailed the Brewers by 11.
“Everything will be fine,” Tejada said. “There are a lot of games left. We just to look forward.
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As a locally owned insurance agency, Key Insurance LLC takes seriously the importance of area restaurants. Our agents live, work and raise their families here, and we support local Seatac eateries with our business. We also support many local cafés, coffee shops, bakeries and other food services by providing great restaurant insurance. Through our network of insurance providers, we offer a full menu of business insurance options tailored to the food industry.
Customizable Policy Options
No two restaurants are exactly alike. A coffee shop has different concerns from a pizzeria while a cafeteria attracts different customers than a fine-dining establishment. A mom-and-pop cafe has different insurance needs than a fast-food franchise. The great news is that we have options to fit all these and more. Our insurance professionals will take the time to learn about your business and then make recommendations tailored to your business.
Available Coverage for Seatac Restaurants
Key Insurance LLC provides coverage for all your restaurant insurance needs. Popular coverage options in the food industry include:
- Workers compensation insurance to protect employees and employers
- Data loss and identity theft protection to protect your restaurant and your customers
- Equipment breakdown coverage to protect against losses related to mechanical problems
- Business property insurance for brick-and-mortar as well as business personal property and inventory
- Commercial vehicle insurance for owned and non-owned vehicles used on company business
- Liquor liability for establishments that serve alcohol
- Food spoilage coverage
Whether you operate a food truck, own a donut shop, deliver pizzas locally or cater special events, you need the right insurance coverage to protect your business. You feed the people of Washington. Our job is to help you reduce the risks of that responsibility. Call today to learn more, and let Key Insurance LLC take care of insuring your restaurant so that you can get back to serving up the food your customers love. | <urn:uuid:77a652d5-d33d-4116-9b53-14350ea465e5> | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | https://keyinsure.net/business-insurance/restaurant-insurance | 2023-06-04T12:59:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649986.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20230604125132-20230604155132-00565.warc.gz | en | 0.948666 | 384 |
The Sheboygan Pops Concert Band was founded in 1989 to promote band music in the Sheboygan area. The band performs winter and spring concerts in addition to summer concerts in downtown Fountain Park. The band also marches in the Sheboygan Fourth of July parade. All concerts are free.
The 40-member band is made up of musicians from the Sheboygan area. Concerts generally include marches, Broadway, movie themes, and semi-classical works. | <urn:uuid:5d9a0673-c2d6-4042-b1f3-e794370e9d53> | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | http://discoverwisconsin.com/event/sheboygan-pops-concert/2016-08-11/ | 2018-07-19T03:58:24Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676590493.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20180719031742-20180719051742-00137.warc.gz | en | 0.962604 | 95 |
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Photoflex 39? Crossbar for Litepanel Frame
The Photoflex Crossbar improves the stability of your Litepanel frame. This easy clip-on accessory prevents the frame from bowing, which can occur when the frame is used above the subject, or tilted at an angle.
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Every child is unique and develops individually. Children learn in different ways. At Christ Church, we assess all our children regularly and aim to meet their needs as individuals. We recognise that some children will need extra support to settle into school, or to enable them to learn. When necessary we use the Education Support Services to advise and support us in adjusting the curriculum and our teaching.
If you have any concerns about your child, please feel welcome to come and talk to your Class Teacher in the first instance.
Please also feel welcome to ask for our SENDCo to contact you to discuss your concerns or offer advice about your child’s needs.
If a parent or carer has any concerns or complaints regarding the care or welfare of their child, an appointment can be made by them to speak to the SENDco or Head Teacher who will be able to advise on formal procedures for complaint. For more detailed information please refer to the complaints policy on the school website.
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SANTA FE JAZZ PIANISTS
Whether you’re hosting a formal dinner, holiday party, or corporate function, Jazz Pianists can offer up music that’s both lively and sophisticated. Take a look at the profiles of those near you in the Santa Fe, NM area and contact any of your favorites today.
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Record Type: RIE
Publication Date: 1981-Nov-9
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Foundations in Gerontological Education: Issues and Dilemmas for Students.
Herriott, Martha; Prothero, Joyce
Although considerable research has examined various issues regarding gerontological curriculum, little attention has been focused on the experience of students of gerontology and aging. The "Foundations in Gerontological Education" study was extended to students by comparing views of students (N=132) on essential components of core curriculum with Foundations panelists (N=87). Student members of the Western Gerontological Society were surveyed using an instrument that randomly ordered the 40 topics agreed "essential" by 50% or more Foundation panelists. Information on essentiality, availability, and requirement of each topic, and data on related educational opportunities were collected. The findings indicated that students and panelists were in consensus on essentiality of certain topics: psychology of aging, health and aging, sensory change, sociology of aging, mental health and illness, economics of aging, and role change. These "essential" topics, however, were not universally available, and were required by half or fewer students' programs. A cluster of topics related to social policy, legislation, and social services was considered more essential by students than by panelists. Students' perceptions of topic essentiality was not related to discipline/major or to prior work history in gerontology. The results suggest that students' perceptions appear to be related significantly to requirements of individuals' programs and to academic levels of students. (Author)
Publication Type: Reports - Research; Speeches/Meeting Papers
Education Level: N/A
Authoring Institution: Washington Univ., Seattle. Inst. on Aging.
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If you guys haven't known already, the ratings for The Apprentice's current season are absolutely abysmal. They're so bad that the latest episode garnered an all-time low for the show.
But first, let's look at the season averages for the previous 9 seasons (source: Wikipedia).
SEASON ONE 20.70 million
SEASON TWO 16.14 million
SEASON THREE 13.96 million
SEASON FOUR 11.01 million
SEASON FIVE 9.73 million
SEASON SIX 7.5 million
CELEBRITY APPRENTICE ONE (SEASON SEVEN) 11.00 million
CELEBRITY APPRENTICE TWO (SEASON EIGHT) 8.98 million
CELEBRITY APPRENTICE THREE (SEASON NINE) 8.08 million
The show has seen its numbers decrease season by season which ultimately led to its cancelation... but it was then revived into a new celebrity format and saw an increase in viewers. Although it decreased again, I'd say 8 million is pretty strong for NBC standards (because we all know how NBC is doing nowadays ).
But now let's look at the ratings for each of the episodes of this season so far.
EPISODE ONE 4.78 million
EPISODE TWO 3.85 million
EPISODE THREE 3.61 million
Eeek! That's nowhere close to the 8.08 million average that the previous season had. In comparison, the premiere scored a 1.5 adults 18-49 rating, which is 53% lower than the premiere of the Celebrity Apprentice 3. That's got to hurt.
What's to blame? The timeslot? The switch to regular contestants? A lack of advertising? I'd say all of that combined (personally, I prefer regular contestants, but casual fans probably like seeing celebrities duke it out for the prize).
So do you have any advice to NBC to try and get these ratings up? Who knows, maybe they read these sites and listen to what the fans say. I suggest switching the timeslot to Tuesdays at 10 to make it a "Reality Night," with The Biggest Loser airing for 2 hours followed up by The Apprentice. Or maybe switch back to the familar timeslot of Sundays at 9:00 pm. I don't know, there doesn't seem to be any hope for this season to have a sudden boost in the ratings. I say wait until the next Celebrity Apprentice and see if ratings are still just as bad.
One thing's for sure: Trump is still going to tout this show as the "#1 show in America" like he usually does, even with such low ratings like this. | <urn:uuid:8381f52f-c401-4a25-a39d-5ac65df54189> | CC-MAIN-2015-35 | http://www.fansofrealitytv.com/forums/celebrity-apprentice-7/88358-ratings-season-10-a.html | 2015-08-31T09:34:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-35/segments/1440644065910.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20150827025425-00344-ip-10-171-96-226.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.949736 | 559 |
Samsung Intercept (Virgin Mobile): First Look
First Look: Samsung Intercept (Virgin Mobile)2:19 /
The Samsung Intercept is Virgin Mobile's first ever Android smartphone, and one of the top phones in the carrier's lineup.
-I'm Jessica Dolcourt with CNET.com taking a look at the Samsung Intercept for Virgin Mobile USA. This an entry-level Android phone, and although we've already seen this model for Sprint, it's Virgin Mobile's first Android phone ever. The Intercept has rounded corners and is mostly black with some shiny silver accents. It's a nice-enough-looking phone, but it's also a little bit bulky and rather heavy, mostly because it has a slide-out QWERTY keyboard. The phone features a 3.2-inch touchscreen, a 4 touch-sensitive buttons to pull up the menu, the home screen, the back button, and the search bar. We usually prefer touchscreens to be 3.5 inches or greater, and you can see that the icons and menus are a bit small to tap. Beneath the screen are the talk and end buttons, and a 4-way navigation toggle with a Select button that doubles as an optical trackpad. We really do like trackpads, but this one was almost too small to really be able to use. On one side, there's a camera button and a 3.5 mm headset jack. On the other, there's the volume rocker and a micro SD card slot that can handle up to 32 gigabytes of memory. This test phone came with 2 gigabytes already installed. On the top is the micro USB charging port, and on the back, you'll find the 3.2 megapixel camera. There's a small self-portrait mirror here, but a flash would've been nice, too. What is nice is the soft touch finish on the back cover, which makes the phone comfortable to hold. Now, there is this full QWERTY keyboard that we mentioned, which is roomy and pretty easy to use. We like the shortcut for the menu button and the placement of the function key. Inside, you'll find all the usual Android features that are tightly integrated with the platform. There's navigation, maps, places, Gmail, and YouTube. Facebook and ThinkFree Office also come preloaded, and you get more apps from the Android Market place as usual. Virgin has also preloaded a few apps like the Virgin Mobile Live Internet Streaming Station. There are also shortcuts to your account and to an online Virgin Mobile store. The Intercept costs $249.99 with Virgin Mobile USA, but there is no contract required. It's not the most advanced Android phone we've ever seen, but it's a solid choice and one of the top high-end phones for Virgin Mobile. I'm Jessica Dolcourt looking at the Samsung Intercept for Virgin Mobile USA. | <urn:uuid:73033f7b-9b94-425b-a4cb-85a93e5608d6> | CC-MAIN-2015-22 | http://www.cnet.com/videos/samsung-intercept-virgin-mobile/ | 2015-05-27T03:12:26Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-22/segments/1432207928865.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20150521113208-00091-ip-10-180-206-219.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.931274 | 585 |
By Daisy Luther
If you ever wondered about the power of the Internet, wonder no more. The pressure that readers across the nation – and the world – put on officials in Wayne County, North Carolina regarding the arrest of Tammy Hedges for rescuing and caring for animals during Hurricane Florence was relentless enough that all the charges have been dropped.
Ms. Hedges’ organization released the following statement:
We are very blessed that the charges against our founder, Tammie Hedges, have been dismissed. We remain optimistic that no other charges will be filed, and that this is the end to a terrible, terrible situation. We hope to devote time and energy to our rescue, Crazy’s Claws N Paws, and to our renovation of our dream project. We strive for a lifelong dedication to working with state and local law enforcement to make North Carolina safe for our animals.
We cannot begin to express our heartfelt appreciation for the outpouring of support, globally, for CCNP’s founder, Tammie Hedges.
We wish to personally thank RAINA NYLIRAM from Langhorne, PA for her generosity, foresight, and love for animal security by starting the first GOFUNDME account. Although we do not know you, we are sisters in the fight for animal welfare. If you are ever in our area, please make some time for CCNP!
ESOR SAFARI from Trenton, NJ, and WENDY MAY from NC, we’d also like to thank you! Your GOFUNDME charity is much appreciated as well. Please, if you ever are in the area, come visit with us!
This experience has unified rescues and has made our organization realize that not only do we need to be vigilant in our rescue efforts but, also in our legislative efforts to foster animal welfare laws that are conducive to actually helping owners, rescuers, and animals. (source)
Thank you, Tammy Hedges, for doing the right thing by those animals. I’m so glad these ridiculous charges were dismissed. I’m thrilled that I get to report such wonderful news today.
Let’s remember how freedom won.
I know that many readers of The Organic Prepper took the time to send emails to the officials involved in Ms. Hedges’ arrest and also made contributions to her legal defense fund.
Please know that your efforts made a difference.
By standing together and making an outcry too loud to ignore, freedom won this time around. By refusing to quietly allow the prosecution of a good Samaritan, freedom won. By calling out a government out of control, freedom won.
Please remember this in the future. When you see injustice, speak up. All our voices combined are very powerful. We don’t have to allow our rights to be trampled upon by greedy governments that want us to get “permission” for every little thing. But if we silently allow it, our rights will disappear one by one. I think it even makes us complicit.
The people do have power. We should use it more often.
Please feel free to share any information from this site in part or in full, leaving all links intact, giving credit to the author and including a link to this website and the following bio. Daisy is a coffee-swigging, gun-toting, homeschooling blogger who writes about current events, preparedness, frugality, and the pursuit of liberty on her website, The Organic Prepper, where this article first appeared. Daisy is the publisher of The Cheapskate’s Guide to the Galaxy, a monthly frugality newsletter, and she curates all the most important news links on her aggregate site, PreppersDailyNews.com. She is the best-selling author of 4 books and lives in the mountains of Virginia with her two daughters and an ever-growing menagerie. You can find Daisy on Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter. | <urn:uuid:2ba74f6d-8313-42a2-99b2-7d4c638af48b> | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | http://anonymous.bravehost.com/main/2018/09/26/charges-against-nc-animal-rescuer-dropped/ | 2019-05-20T08:51:02Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232255837.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20190520081942-20190520103942-00207.warc.gz | en | 0.953785 | 819 |
Vatican UN envoy says military action justified to save Christians in Iraq
August 11, 2014
The Vatican’s representative at UN headquarters in Geneva has said that “military action in this moment is probably necessary” to curb the slaughter of Christians in Iraq.
Archbishop Silvani Tomasi told Vatican Radio that in the long run, the only solution to Iraq’s problems will come with “a dialogue of reconciliation and the acceptance of diversity,” with a regime that ensures equal rights for all. But in the immediate future, the crucial question is the survival of the country’s Christian minority.
The archbishop said that it has been difficult to persuade “the Western powers to take a strong stance in defense of the Christians.” But as reports of atrocities reach the Western world, he said, he hopes for a mobilization of public opinion in favor of humanitarian aid “as well as some political and even effective military protection.”
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The Heart of a Firefighter
By Lynn Tierney, Contributor
June / July 2002
When the dust settled on September 11, one of the 343 firefighters listed as missing, later pronounced dead, was Chief Bill Feehan. A firefighter to his core, Feehan was loved by the men and women in the FDNY.
Bill Feehan loved eggs over easy. Every day for the last 20 years at least he stopped at the Northern Cross Diner in Queens and read the Daily News as he had his usual breakfast of two eggs, toast, hash browns and bacon. He also loved Shepherd’s Pie, was a sucker for a good crumb cake and on occasion enjoyed a sip of scotch with the boys in the office unwinding after a hard day. He loved to hear from his sons and daughters throughout the day as they checked in with him on dinner plans. They mothered him since the death of his beloved wife Betty in 1996 and made sure he ate right, did his laundry and stayed on him about paying his bills on time, which is a whole other story. They regaled him with the latest exploits of the grandchildren and sent them along for those precious rides on the fireboat with Grandpa.
You could hear him greeting son Bill with the enthusiastic “Guillermo” every time he called. He loved the fact that son John was in the busy Squad Company 252 in Brooklyn and son-in-law Brian was in Ladder 120, because it gave him direct sources for what was going on in the field. His eyes would light up every time Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kerry Kelly walked in his room, and he waited with a grin as she attempted to argue on behalf of one of her long-term problem cases. It was usually a firefighter with injuries so chronic he should have been retired years ago but couldn’t face leaving the job he loved so much. Dr. Kelly had squirreled him away doing paperwork somewhere and had been found out and now had to make the case to keep him on so he could qualify for his 20-year pension. Bill Feehan would play the tough guy, make her squirm, tell her “No, he has to go,” then undo it the minute she left the office, securing a future for the fire fighter and his family.
As you drove through the City with Bill, the vastness of his experience revealed itself. :This is where we had a big job, three floors of fire,” he’d say as he pointed to a loft in Soho. Hell’s Hundred Acres, he called it. “This is the dead man’s room,” he’d say as he pointed out the front bedroom in a three-story frame in Brooklyn. “No way out.”
“This is where John Grant [his former aide] nearly got me fired. He lost the keys to the car and the Chief told me to take up [leave the scene]. Fifteen minutes later we’re still there looking at our shoes while he has someone bringing in another set of keys, and the Chief for the third time tells me, “Feehan, if you don’t get your sorry ass back in that car you’ll be sitting housewatch in the Bronx.” Bill would laugh as he remembered, “We get in the car and Grant says, `…all-in-all, I thought he was a little extreme.'”
He had a tale or two about his long-time second job, working security for the Helmsleys in their hotels around New York. He’d often be in the lobby when Mrs. Helmsley would breeze through and say in a commanding tone, “Feeny, take care of that.” Bill would do it, whatever it was. She never knew his name. He had the highest regard for her but could go on for hours about the characters that frequented the hotel bars during his overnight shift.
When new Commissioners arrived at the Fire Department Bill had to navigate his way through the sometimes turbulent waters of new experience. He put his ego aside and offered to make the transitions smooth. The Commissioners quickly came to realize they were dead in the water without him on their side.
He had dealt for Tommy Von Essen for years as a union delegate and then as union president and after assuming the Commissioner’s job for a few months, stepped aside gracefully when Mayor Giuliani appointed the brash Von Essen to the top spot. The Mayor’s one dictate, urged by outgoing Commissioner (later Police Commissioner) Howard Safir, was to keep Bill Feehan.
Feehan and Von Essen became fast friends, tackling problems that had never been addressed; fundamental issues of leadership, accountability and the critical push to increase firefighter safety. Keeping firefighters safe and well-trained was a passion for both of them and their resolve was firm.
A bit more firm than when it came to dealing with the men one on one.
They played good guy, bad guy when it came to discipline. Bill was famous for calling people in from the field for disciplinary action and having them cool their heels in the reception area for an hour or more while he and his executive officer, Henry McDonald, pumped each other up. They assured each other they were right, the guy didn’t deserve another chance, the difficult choice to let the offender go was the right thing to do and that they had to remain strong in their resolve. More often than not, the guy would come in and explain he had a sick wife at home, was working three jobs and promised he’d never, ever do it again. Bill would capitulate and there wouldn’t be a dry eye in the house. Henry McDonald always said that Bill knew more about what was in the minds of firefighters than they did. “There wasn’t a thought, a dream or a regret that he hadn’t had himself,” Chief McDonald said. “Even when they drove him crazy, he loved them to the core.”
As the Giuliani years drew to an end and retirement loomed on the horizon, the talk and nervous laughter turned to possible new careers. Bill practiced his concierge techniques in hopes of serving as a greeter at Home Depot. One of the great mysteries was how to get a MetroCard to take a bus or a subway after 20 years of having a Department car with lights and sirens.
On September 11, Bill is recorded on film doing what he did best. Being calm under fire, bringing order out of chaos, not without a little charm and humor. He is seen taking the elbow of a very frightened young lady in the lobby of tower number one and calmly pulling her close and walking her through just like it’s dinnertime in one of Mrs. Helmsley’s hotels. He smiles, takes her to safety and resumes command of the most horrific situation he’s ever been confronted with. He left the tower of One World Trade Center scouting a new command post for the Fire Department. He cleared everyone out of the Winter Garden at the World Financial Center, gave an evacuation order for those towers and proceeded to West Street where he joined Commissioner Tom Von Essen, Chief Pete Ganci and Chief Ray Downey to manage the horror unfolding before them. He winked at one of his Deputy Commissioners who didn’t want to believe what she saw and questioned him about how the incidents unfolded. Was it a mid-air collision? Could it have been an accident? He said with his usual Bill Feehan subtlety, “Are you a knucklehead? It’s terrorism.”
Then came the sickening roar, the realization that something was coming down, the dash for the garage and shelter. He worked his way through the darkness and out to the light. He sent everyone he saw north and he moved south to help those who were injured. He was with Chief Ganci and they did what they had promised to do on the day they were sworn in so many years ago; put themselves in harm’s way to help people in trouble. When the second tower came down, it came their way.
When the dust settled, and they knew he was gone, Bill’s Executive Chief Henry McDonald, his friend Ray Goldbach, John McLaughlin, and so many others clawed at the steel and concrete until they got him. Michael Regan, the young Deputy Commissioner who had learned at his feet and who would finish out his last few months with the Department in Bill’s job, helped to put him in the ambulance to bring him up to Bellevue. Later that night they brought his son Bill down to the site to show him where his Dad died.
On Saturday, September 16, in a light rain and cold wind, a crowd gathered at St. Mel’s in Queens to share their grief and shock and pay tribute to the Chief. To capture the essence of this man, father, grandfather, historian, mentor, leader, hero in the truest sense of the word, but above all a loving human being, was impossible in a eulogy. Maybe Bill himself said it best in words he wrote to remember another firefighter:
“The truest form of love is to lay down your life for another but the purest form of love is to cherish each other every day. Never leave a moment’s doubt that you love with your whole heart and soul. It’s a great legacy”
Bill Feehan left no doubt that he loved and was loved by all who knew him. ♦
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When I floated this theory to Demond yesterday, he made a “wewhoo wehooo” sound and said it was the nerd alert klaxon. I found this troubling since just Tuesday he excitedly called me to let me know that he had purchased Mighty Muggs for both us (no, it’s not weird for guys around 30 to play with vinyl dolls. Not weird at all). Still, I’m ignoring his advice because I think this theory is sound:
With Kelvin Sampson slated to hear his fate later today (I’m betting on a suspension until the hearing and then he’ll be fired), I wondered what kind of effect his dismissal will have on Hoosiers in terms of basketball for the rest of this year. There are basically three possibilities:
1. Kelvin Sampson is Qui Gon Ginn
This means that when the trusted mentor departs, the protégé goes totally nuts. His presence still lingers, but not in any meaningful way. Faintly, in the distance, we’ll swear we hear his voice screaming, “Jordan! JORDAN! NOOOOOO!”, as Crawford careens down court at full speed and takes an ill advised jumper in a 1 on 3 situation. This is the most likely scenario. If the Hoosiers let Sampson go, it’s likely this team will jump the rails. He has a strong connection to these kids, but they will all be playing out the string before they can graduate, transfer or join the Association. This will lead to disaster.
#2. Kelvin Sampson is Count Dooku
This is a scary scenario. Sampson could try to convince his players that IU is evil and lead them down a dark path. He could try and sink the season out of a need for vengeance against the administration. The players could angrily go about their business and things could get real dark, real fast. I’m going to assume that Kelvin Sampson is an idealist and that this kind of program assassination is not in his nature. I hope I haven’t underestimated him.
#3. Kelvin Sampson is Obi-wan Kenobi
Strike him down and he becomes more powerful than you ever imagined. The odds are long, but what a story it would be. If somehow, despite his suspension, Sampson manages to encourage and inspire his young men to rise above the controversy and hit a one in a million run all the way to the NCAA title. It might be his only chance to survive the findings of the NCAA hearing. Just as Eric Gordon rises up to take the game winning three in the tourney, he hears Kelvins voice reminding him to find the open man. He changes his mind, whips the ball to DJ White cutting to the rim for a dunk, and they hang medals around the necks of the Hoosiers.
Remember Kelvin will be with you. . . always.
Demond Sanders: What you’ve just said is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent post were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone on this blog is now dumber for having listened to it. May God have mercy on your soul. | <urn:uuid:280dff38-e3ff-47c1-85e1-a28b5959144c> | CC-MAIN-2014-42 | http://coltsauthority.com/18-to-88-2008-archives/kelvin-wan-kenobi-jedi-master.html | 2014-11-01T01:54:02Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-42/segments/1414637902725.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20141030025822-00171-ip-10-16-133-185.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.976187 | 687 |
Gaia Italian Cafe Now Open on Houston Street
Gaia, a new Italian café serving small dishes, salumi, coffee, and pastries, opened at 251 Houston Street (646-350-3977) two days ago.
Gaia, which means "joy" in Italian and also references the Greek god who personifies the earth, is named after its owner Gaia Bagnasacco, who shared with us her philosophy when we stopped in for a quick coffee. "I wanted to have a concept of fresh and natural Italian foods -- everything that comes from the earth. We have some products that come straight from Italy, like the spicy coppa or the prosciutto cotto or mozzarella di bufala, but we make everything here. I want this place to bring happiness to everyone."
Lauren Shockey Inside the café.
The menu features several panini ($5), some salads ($7), and smaller plates ($5-$11), but is currently all written in Italian because Bagnasacco wants people to learn her native language. But she added she'll soon have translated menus.
The café also features a small corner library. "It has design books and cookbooks so people can sit and learn a bit more about Italian culture," explains Bagnasacco. "Of course, they have to speak Italian, but they can look at the pictures, if not."
Lauren Shockey The "reading room."
Bagnasacco previously worked at Staten Island's Enoteca Maria, the restaurant where a different grandmother cooks each evening. She's not a grandmother, but Bagnasacco convinced them anyway. When asked why she moved from Milan to New York, she replied, "Life speaks to us. I was getting all these messages about New York from watching movies and reading books and I told myself if there were a place to change my life it would be New York, so I came here and got a loan and opened up my café."
Gaia is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
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While no official deal is in place yet, producer Lauren Shuler Donner has confirmed that Channing Tatum has scored the role of Gambit in the upcoming “X-Men: Apocalypse”.
Speaking with Total Film in the UK last night, Donner indicated Tatum is a lock:
“It is Channing, yes. Well you know he’s a rogue, Channing. He’s a rascal, just like Remy LeBeau, and he can handle the action, we all know that. He’s got a really good heart, because I know him personally, I did a movie with him. So I think he’ll be great, he’ll be great for Gambit, and he’s a southerner too, he’s not from New Orleans but he is a southerner and he understands that world, and you know Gambit loves New Orleans.”
Asked about what other X-Men characters they want to tackle next, Donner said: “Deadpool yes. X-Force is fascinating, we love X-Force as it allows us to be a little grittier.”
The talk comes as the first press reviews for “X-Men: Days of Future Past” hit. While some of the American fanboy press praised the film greatly on social media the other day, the general UK press reaction has been decidedly more mixed.
Mostly the reviews indicate that those who are fans of the series and up on all the details will get a lot more out of it as it is very continuity-heavy and relies on your recall of events in past “X-Men” films. Those reviewers who are fans of the series though are saying it’s the best yet and/or up there with “X2”. | <urn:uuid:3ee8c583-5104-4f48-ad8e-982af722bdf7> | CC-MAIN-2016-36 | http://www.darkhorizons.com/channing-tatum-will-be-gambit-in-x-men/ | 2016-08-28T14:09:27Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-36/segments/1471982939917.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20160823200859-00257-ip-10-153-172-175.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.95491 | 386 |
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Bush Tetras w / Des Demonas 11/23/19Saturday, November 23 2019 7:00 Doors / 8:30 Start
Bush Tetras w / Des Demonas 11/23/19
at City Winery The Wine Garden at City Winery
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New York City legends the Bush Tetras have been making paranoid, groove-centered post-punk since 1979, when Pat Place left James Chance and The Contortions to found the group with singer Cynthia Sley, bassist Laura Kennedy and drummer Dee Pop.
Though spared mainstream success in an era when female fronted groups in the charts were pop acts, the Tetras’ single “Too Many Creeps” (1980) was a huge club hit and remains a classic. Their first batch of songs, collected in 1989’s Better Late Than Never, massage the hard angles of no wave into deceptively simple, deadpan grooves that change when you least expect them to and brilliant, idiosyncratic lyrics. The group’s early work is a masterclass in style and playfully infectious.
In the mid-90s, the Bush Tetras reformed, morphed and weaponized. 1995 saw the release of Beauty Lies (Produced by Nona Hendryx) after which Laura Kennedy departed the group. Though recorded in 1998, the follow up album Happy would not see release until 2013. Produced by Don Fleming, it also featured bassist Julia Murphy who would remain in the band until 2015. The Tetras welcomed veteran bassist Val Vera as a new permanent member in 2016 and performed live at a sold out tribute for Lou Reed at Lincoln Center in 2017.
"The South will never rise again,' Jacky Cougar Abok intones in a manner that suggests he is looking straight into your eyeballs while singing the opening track on Des Demonas' debut album on In The Red Records. His hand may be around your neck as well! Sounding like The Last Poets acid tripping to '60s Sunset Strip, the band drags you on a wild ride of fuzzy guitars and swirling Farfisa organ, while the bass and drums keep pounding a rhythm to the brain. And that's just the first song!
The band hails from Washington, DC, and have been denizens of the byways and highways of the city's musical underground for years. Jacky Cougar Abok is the six-foot-five-inch tall Kenyan punk singer who has drummed with Thee Lolitas and Foul Swoops. Guitarist Mark Cisneros has bent strings with Kid Congo & The Pink Monkey Birds, Deathfix, and Medications, and has pounded the traps for The Make-Up and Benjy Ferree, the latter alongside organist Paul Vivari. Joe Halladay (Citygoats) on bass and Ryan Hicks (Suns Of Guns) on drums round out this squared circle of sight and sound. The songs on this album range from Nuggets-style snottiness on 'Tuff Turf,' to the brash warnings of 'Liez' ('Lies... only seem to matter if you never wise up'), to the stomper 'Psychedelic Soldier' and cool psycho creeper 'Say You Tried,' to the hard boiled '70s punk of Swahili-sung 'Golden Eggs.' When Abok sings 'There are no vampires in Africa,' it may be a warning. It may be a fact. Or it may be a whole lot of unrelenting scuzzy fun. Dig the Des Demonas. Play it loud. Twist your wig." --Kid Congo Powers | <urn:uuid:1d85b077-188d-4cee-941a-ad32336314df> | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | https://citywinery.com/winegarden/bush-tetras-w-des-demonas.html | 2020-09-27T07:39:40Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400265461.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20200927054550-20200927084550-00436.warc.gz | en | 0.914485 | 778 |
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Reliant relationships of cheap escorts in North London.
When cheap escorts in North London and their partner seem not able to exist without each other that is called a dependent relationship. In such relationships, other elements of the life of cheap escorts in North London generally suffer – relationships, socializing, and often work. That likewise minimizes the earnings they can make from their task. Since they constantly have to be with their partner and can’t manage to work without him. The positive side of it is that they feel safe and safe and secure. cheap escorts in North London in such a relationship feel liked and protected from their partners.
Subdominant or dominant relationships
In such a relationship, one manages the relationship and the other follows it. This is usually a sign of lack of trust, independence and understanding. And we all know that a healthy relationship is based on these 3 things. A number of the cheap escorts in North London are vulnerable and tender ladies, who can’t go their own way and often fall in a dependent kind of relationship. These cheap escorts in North London feel the need to be controlled, informed what to do and how to do it. In this manner they feel that there will always be somebody to take the decisions for them.
Cheap escorts in North London and their open relationships
Lots of couples with cheap escorts in North London are currently or becoming modern and are practicing the open relationships Here, however, cheap escorts in North London have to be extremely mindful, due to the fact that in this type of relationship there is no space for jealousy. This likewise means that the partners are open to likewise make love with others, along with cheap escorts in North London are doing it with their clients. Often, they do it even with other cheap escorts in North London. It seems like a big mess, but that keeps both partners pleased and they in fact enjoy their business when hanging out together, instead of having just a sexual connection.
The changing relationship
These are vibrant relationships of cheap escorts in North London that alter with time in relation to the regime, interests, pastimes and pals of the couple. In order to have a balanced relationship, the ideal alternative is that both partners are making some sort of compromise. Such relationships of cheap escorts in North London can more quickly withstand over time since everyone modifications, even if they are not aware of it.
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This is typically an explosive relationship of cheap escorts in North London in which both partners have a strong passion but are not happy to make any compromises. Quarrels and tensions are prevalent, and the 2 sides have different understandings of the meaning of life, different interests and sometimes incompatible viewpoints. cheap escorts in North London hardly ever fall in that trap, due to the fact that to fall in it they actually need to be deep in love which seldom takes place to them. These ladies don’t easily fall in love with a total inequality partner, since they have a great deal of experience to know much better.
The short-term cheap escorts in North London relationships.
These are the relationships of cheap escorts in North London in which both partners are not looking for a severe relationship They simply attempt to have a good time as are preparing to be together simply temporarily. The trick here is that typically one of the two celebrations falls in love and feels lied to. But cheap escorts in North London understand much better not to fall in love with a short-lived partner. They actually have most of these relationships. cheap escorts in North London typically get into a temporary relationship with their customers for mutual benefits– money, comfort, sex. But they both understand that won’t last too long and certainly not for a life time.
The friendly relationship.
In a friendly relationship, the cheap escorts in North London and their partners feel excellent in each other’s business. They enjoy to share, have typical pastimes and interests, however often do not have passion and intimacy. Unfortunately, sex is the basis of long-term relationships and often relationships lead to extramarital relations and separation. For cheap escorts in North London it may not hold true of luck of sex, due to the fact that they get it elsewhere, but for their partner that becomes an issue at some point.
The sexual relationships of cheap escorts in North London
Sexual intercourse is the exact reverse of friendship. Here, both partners look for only enjoyment and do not look much deeper into the opposite. cheap escorts in North London typically have a number of them in their working life. They provide their best to satisfy their partners and normally enjoy it themselves. They both get pleasure of this, but all that ends at the exit of the bed room. No typical interest, friends or any subject to chat on. These relationships are getting tired quite quick and just if they discover the remainder of the things in other places, then they can stick.
The range relationship
Long-distance relationship are tough for cheap escorts in North London due to the fact that the absence of communication ultimately becomes too tough to handle. They can be amazing at first, however normally end in cheating brought on by the requirement for intimacy for cheap escorts in North London and their partner.
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For us writers, college teaching had been a source of immense satisfaction. As a tenured professor or an adjunct, we knew we were developing the next generation of communications pros and helping the stuck get going again. Also, it provided income, prestige and a network of contacts. That was then.
As Bloomberg reports, in the next 15 years, about 50% of America's 4,000 colleges and universities could disappear. The publication gets that number from Harvard Business School professor Clayton Christensen. The reason he fingers is, notes Bloomberg, "the growing acceptance of online learning." Here is that coverage.
Not only will fewer instructors be needed. To survive they will have to succeed in the performance art of transmitting themselves in online video. Part of that is having down cold how to keep the attention of the audience.
Baby Boomers and members of Generation X may be wondering: Will there be age bias? My hunch is that the medium favors youth. Sure a brandname expert like investment guru Warren Buffett would be welcome to teach an online seminar on the stock market. However, for many other current and future college professors, the simple fact of aging could become yet another career killer. | <urn:uuid:5dc074d1-fede-41a1-9d87-8a55129fa250> | CC-MAIN-2015-22 | http://speechwriting-ghostwriting.typepad.com/speechwriting_ghostwritin/2014/04/writer-as-college-professor-tenure-adjunct-another-shrinking-career-path-.html | 2015-05-27T19:45:59Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-22/segments/1432207929096.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20150521113209-00010-ip-10-180-206-219.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.955862 | 238 |
A funeral director and taxidermist, Sam Sanfillippo opened up a gallery of his more creative works in the basement of the low-slung brick funeral parlor that he owns and operates in Madison, Wisconsin.
Hundreds of squirrels, badgers, fish (including a 500-pound blue marlin), and various and sundry other animals are preserved in various poses. Many of the displays, which are open free of charge to all visitors, are animated (squirrels rock back and forth on chairs, for example), lending an extra vitality to the otherwise somber atmosphere.
The pride and joy of Sanfillippo’s collection are the white squirrels from Marionville, Missouri, the town that claims to be the white squirrel capital of the world. Marionville has the largest and oldest colony of white squirrels in the world, which numbers somewhere between 300 and 600, according to Roadside America. In Marionville, the local Lions Club encourages the white squirrels to stay by building small wooden houses for them and playing nut-bearing trees. How, then, did Sanfillippo collect enough of the tiny treasured animals for his macabre museum? Whenever a white squirrel is found dead, the Lions Club members freeze it and send it to Sanfillippo for preservation.
**Sam passed away in spring of 2013 at age 93, and his exhibit is no longer available. The pieces were sadly separated and sold off at auction.
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In the basement of the Cressy Funeral Home. **See above
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If you’re looking to buy a trampoline, chances are you stumbled across an article about how dangerous springs can be in case of the accident. Then, further on, you probably stumbled upon the company that produces springfree trampolines.
Well, springs can be a threat. And springfree trampolines have numerous advantages over the traditional ones – they are safer, you can actually jump higher (usually, not campared to all of them, i.e. olympic), jumping feels more natural… But the disadvantage they have is that they are really pricey. Also, my review of all of the advantages and disadvantages of the springfree trampolines can be found here.
Just to be clear on one thing – when I say “springfree”, that means both without springs and made by a company called “Springfree Inc.” which patented this type of trampolines.
If you don’t mind a little bigger price tag, this is the one that I’d definitely recommend and go with. After all, they do bear a slogan “the world’s safest trampoline”. That isn’t something to be takne lightly, right?
Imagine youself being a mechanical engineer for a moment. And imagine buying a trampoline. Now, you realize that nothing is perfect, but when your kid gets pinched by a spring, you get really mad. And since you know mechanical engineering (heck, maybe you teach it?!) you decide to put matter into your own hands and construct your own trampoline. One thing leads to the other, you become famous first in your neighbourhood, them in your city, then country, after that… Well, then you form the company, right? Dr. Keith Vivian Alexander from New Zealand did exactly this. He’s the founder of “Springfree Trampoline Inc.” and a professor of mechanical engineering at New Zealand.
So, what do you value in a trampoline? Is it safety? Is it height of jump? Is it leaving your kids and not worrying? Well, these trampolines answer “yes” too all of those questions! I’ll be short here, as the in-depth article is on the other page: these offer best safety enclosure on the market, are without springs (duh!), look fantastic, have great warranty and customer service and are really durable. So, once you buy them and assemble them, everything to worry about them is over. They almost take care of themselves by themselves!
When you consider what you get for this money, it is well worth it. Now, I must say that I don’t own a springfree trampoline and I’ve never owned it. My sister, however, does. And I tried it. And I threw bricks at it and tried all kinds of crazy stuff you don’t want to try at home, but I tested it thoroughly. And I can only confirm everything that’s been said on the internet about it. It truly is a masterpiece of engineering and design. If you ask me, it worth more than what is charged, but let’s not get carried away too much. It’s enough as it is!
Basically, all of them are the same, which is why the link below shows all of them at one place. I wouldn’t suggest any one in particular as it’s more a matter of dimensions. So, choose whichever you like and be sure that you won’t be mistaken whichever you take. Take good care of it and good luck! | <urn:uuid:adb49912-c77d-404b-bed0-05a6db266bcb> | CC-MAIN-2017-30 | http://www.trampolineforme.com/best/springfree/ | 2017-07-23T02:53:37Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549424239.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20170723022719-20170723042719-00411.warc.gz | en | 0.958654 | 765 |
LAKELAND — Javares McRoy is a soft-spoken guy, but has no shortage of loud plays on the field.
With his athleticism and cutting ability, the Lakeland wide receiver nearly goes into video-game mode out on the field. While future teammate Jeff Driskel and current Dreadnaught teammate Steward Butler stole the show last Friday, McRoy was by no means a shortage of excitement when on the field.
He didn’t accumulate nearly 500 total yards of offense and five touchdowns, like Driskel, or break Chris Rainey’s single-game rushing record (347), like Butler (367), but he was a big part of Lakeland’s 56-35 win over Hagerty in the first round of the playoffs.
McRoy finished the night with 65 yards rushing and a touchdown on five carries, caught three passes for 22 yards and converted a two-point conversion. But McRoy’s best play of the night came on a play that didn’t count.
With Lakeland leading 28-21 in the third, McRoy took a handoff from his own 20 and immediately cut to his right. With Hagerty’s defenders closing in, he made a slight cut back inside before avoiding another tackle as he cut back to the sideline. He appeared to be wrapped up around 10 yards beyond the line of scrimmage before his agility propelled him toward the middle of the field where he, again, avoided yet another Hagerty tackle. After slipping by a couple more defenders, McRoy sprinted to the end zone for an apparent 80-yard touchdown.
Unfortunately for McRoy, who was visibly exhausted once he crossed the goal line, a holding penalty was called near the line of scrimmage. To make matters worse, the call didn’t interfere with the play at all.
After the game, McRoy wasn’t upset with the play that was called back, he was just happy to see his team advance.
“I played pretty good,” McRoy said. “We won the game … came out with the ‘W.’
“It was a big win here against Jeff — bootlegging all around.”
When the two teams lined up to shake each others’ hands, McRoy and Driskel had a short embrace at midfield.
“Can’t wait to play with him,” McRoy said of Driskel. “I’m ready.”
For Driskel, the feeling is mutual.
“He has game-changing speed,” Driskel said of McRoy. Every time the ball is in his hands you get tensed up if you’re on the other sideline. He’s going to be a huge weapon next year and I can’t wait to play with him.”
Driskel said he congratulated McRoy after the game and told him to take his team to state and then get ready for his Gator career.
“I want him to focus on his high school team, but when that’s done, gotta get rolling at Florida,” Driskel said.
While McRoy was used primarily in the running game last Friday, he said he will enroll at Florida in January strictly as a wide receiver.
“I want to go for deep balls because they don’t have many people that go for the deep balls,” he said. “I want to be the main person they throw to for the deep balls.”
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Cudjoe Key Florida, Venture Out Resort (high 81, low 71)
We are settling in here at Venture Out and establishing our routine. Unfortunately, our routine hasn’t included much boating, due to fairly consistent and gusty winds.
We did get out a few days ago, and Al managed to NOT slip and fall on his butt like he did the last time. He ended up with a pretty nasty bruise from the previous fall. I’ll spare you the pictures. :)
When we leave the marina here, we can either stay on this side of the bridge and go out into the Atlantic, or go under the bridge and go to the “back country” as it’s called. This time we chose to stay on the Atlantic side, thinking it was calmer. It started out pretty choppy, but the seas gradually laid down a little. We went over to an island hoping it would block he wind a little bit. We saw this in the distance. When I zoomed in with my camera, I saw that it was a sunken yacht. Recently, there was an article in the local paper talking about the cost of removing these derelict boats that have sunk in the coastal waters. I think the birds appreciate it though.
I managed to hurt my knees a week or so ago. The only thing I can think of is when we took a power walk one morning and I was wearing little flat Keds instead of a good walking shoe. Soon afterwards, both of my knees were hurting all the time, but got even worse when I did any walking.
Aspirin and ibuprofen didn’t work, so I tried some Joint Flex, which helped some, but not enough. Al finally suggested I take some Glucosamine, which helped a lot, as long as I keep taking them. Anyway, lesson learned. Don’t take power walks on concrete with bad shoes. I can’t believe I did that.
We talked about going down to Key West the other day for the drag races. I wasn’t sure my knees would handle the walking, and as it turned out the wind and seas were down, so we went boating instead. Boating trumps drag races any day.
Now, keep in mind, we’re talking about Key West, and the drag races might be a little different than what you’re used to. :)
The Key West drag races were between drag queens in heels. There were different categories depending on the heights of the heels the “girls” were wearing. Only in Key West!
Here is a picture I borrowed from the internet. Check out those heels as she is jumping a barricade! That queen had some pretty muscular legs.
It’s an annual event, maybe we’ll get there next year.
We had a nice day boating, and Al caught a bunch of small fish, so we came home with an empty cooler and left over bait.
There is a nice place by the marina to rinse your boat. It even has a power washer. It’s another nice amenity here at Venture Out. Al is a madman with the power washer, so I walked away for the protection of my camera.
At the fish cleaning station, the pelicans and and gulls wait patiently for any fish scraps from the fishermen. Al fed his leftover bait to the pelicans and seagulls, and then started rinsing out his cooler.
I noticed this guy watching patiently in the background so I quickly grabbed my camera.
I was able to walk right up to this beautiful and rare Great White Heron.
He squawked at me and seemed upset the free meal was gone and he didn’t get any. Sorry fella.
He was nice enough to pose for some pictures though.
He looks very similar to the common Great Egret, but the egret has black legs. You have probably seen plenty of egrets, but maybe not the Great White Heron.
Notice the pale legs of the heron?
We spent Easter mostly around the house relaxing. Today looks like a good day for boating, so I need to get moving to get us some sandwiches made for our lunch.
Here are my usual sunrise pictures from the past few days.
I’m trying to find new places to photograph, since I’ve done so many of the tiki hut.
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Years of conflict between the Colombian government and the militant group Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia has left the country littered with landmines and millions of internally displaced persons. The Colombian government is trying to address this situation. The Bureau of Political-Military Affairs’ Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement in the U.S. Department of State is working with Colombian organizations and nongovernmenal organizations to clean up contaminated areas and resettle Colombia’s IDPs.
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New York — it’s fabulous, glittery, dark, intimidating, spectacular, and full of every type of person imaginable, from the one who fixes your shoes to the one who designs them. It is this multi-faceted-ness that Pic of the Week explores, each time focusing on a different snippet of New York City life. Sometimes these snippets get lost in the rush, the mayhem, the bustle — other times they’re right out in plain sight, paraded down Fifth Avenue. In any case, each is essential to life in this city of ours, and it’s here that each gets its 15 minutes of fame.
Pretty certain the last Christmas Tree was put out and collected this weekend. It’s official — holiday season is over. So is, coincidentally, my recent relationship. Winter, however, is just beginning. Gonna be a long, cold one folks.
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These seven learning activities, which focus on 'modelling texts' using a variety of tools (software) and devices (hardware), illustrate the ways in which content, pedagogy and technology can be successfully and effectively integrated in order to promote learning.
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This free course is only available to students registered for an Open University module which starts in October 2018.
Welcome to this free course, Being an OU student. The aim of this course is to help you get off to the best possible start on your journey with The Open University (OU). Students who invest a bit of time preparing for their studies are more likely to succeed, so taking time to do this course now will help in the long run.
The course gives a flavour of what OU study is actually like. You'll learn about how you'll be supported and the technologies you'll use, and you'll start to develop the skills you'll need to succeed.
For some of the activities you will be required to have access to the website(s) for your first module(s). These will usually become available about three weeks before your module starts. You can, however, work through this course now and come back later to complete these activities.
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Monday, February 4th, 7:00 p.m. at Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S State St.
A Panel Discussion from local Olympic athletes, including:
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More and more people
are starting to realize how beautiful Japan is. After all, it’s the land of the most stunning sunrises, of untouched nature, long tradition, and ever-growing fascinating culture. Simply put, this is one place on the map that you would not want to miss. You can opt for the traditional approach and go with an agency which will just show you the typical Japan tourism attractions, or you can experience Japan on a more personal level. Here are some ways you can make the latter happen easily.
Don’t Shy Away From Public Transport
Though it may sound silly, one of the best and most efficient ways to see Japan is public transport. This is because Japan is known for its bullet-fast trains which are also one of the cleanest and safest trains you’ll ever encounter.
Taking public transport is also a great way to get to know the rhythm of the city you’re in and its people.
There’s no better place to really see what the people and culture are like than in the natural and relaxed environment such as a daily commute.
Make Your Taste Buds Dance
Japan is the home to one of the most delicious cuisines in the world, so it would be a shame to stick to the food you’ve got at home. Of course, most people have already tried the specialties of the Asian kitchen, but nothing compares to the authentic experience you’ll get in traditional Japanese restaurants.
Tokyo is the ideal place for any foodie, as it has the widest variety of choices and restaurants. You might be surprised to find some new and unconventional choices, but try to keep an open mind. Who knows, you might even discover a new favourite meal you’ll be eager to replicate at home.
Immerse Yourself in Art
Any artistic soul knows Japan is famous for its delicate taste in art. If you want to experience the best it has to offer in this aspect, head to Naoshima. This island is home to three major art galleries and various smaller venues, thus also making it the home of Japan’s contemporary art.
To really get the most of your experience, you can stay in the famous hotel of Tadao Ando which doubles as an art gallery and hosts the works of many world-famous artists.
The outdoor spaces of Naoshima are also filled with art installations, dotting the island.
In fact, even some parts of villages have been converted to permanent outdoor installations.
Experience the Winter
Not many people are familiar with the fact that Japan is one of the best places to ski in the world. The Japanese winter looks like something straight out of a fairytale, and the skiing experience is often unforgettable. If you want to get to know this other side of Japan, you should definitely visit it in winter.
Hokkaido is where you should be headed, as it offers the best slopes. You’ll also notice how different the quality of snow is from other places, making it perfect for any activity. To enhance your experience, opt for Japan’s best skiing resorts like Niseko, Tokachi, or Furano. This way you won’t have to worry about much but enjoying the winter mood.
Awaken Your Spirituality
Going to Japan is the perfect opportunity to get to know the religious aspect of the country. Mount Koya is open to visitors and allows you to experience Buddhism on a more intimate level. Aside from walking around and absorbing the spiritual nature of the place, you also have the opportunity to spend some time with the monks.
What better way to get to know a religion than by learning from those who know it best? The temple is kind and welcoming to guests, so you won’t have to worry about imposing. If you’ve always been curious about the spiritual nature of Japan, this is the perfect way to experience it first-hand.
As you can see, Japan is a magnificent place to visit with a lot of things to do. Immersing yourself in the culture and tradition will bring nothing but a peace of mind and a heart full of love. After all, discovering new ways of life and meeting different people is how you form a stronger connection to the world. It’s also the quickest and best way to grow as a person. Japan is bound to show you new depths of nature and completely rejuvenate your body and soul.
Stella Ryne is an art historian, traveler, conscious consumer and a proud mother. When she is not trying to improve the things around her (and herself, for that matter), she likes to lose herself in a good book. She’s also deeply into green practices, cherishing the notion that sustainable living and sustainable travel will not only make us far less dependent on others regarding the dwellings we inhabit and what we eat, but also contribute to our planet being a better place to live on. Stay in touch with all things social with Stella on Facebook and Twitter
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Another sleepless night, but brain running on all cylinders. I don’t know if it’s the pain or the exhaustion, but I’m thinking a lot about limitations. So many things I took for granted in my other life (before my medical and emotional condition(s) took over). I could go shopping at the spur of the moment. I could accept a date without worrying about cancelling. I could attend a concert and not be afraid that the noise and lights would be overpowering and I’d need to leave. Something as mundane as a trip to the pharmacy now has to be planned practically down to the minute. What time do I have to take which meds so I’ll be out of pain enough to go, but not too drugged to drive?! I’ve never been good at math or equations. Now I find myself working like a mad scientist trying to take 1/2 of this and a 1/4 of that two hours before leaving the house, or is it three hours?! It’s always hit or miss, as I refuse to drive without feeling alert enough to be safe and not get pulled over. Sometimes the timing works, sometimes it doesn’t. I cancel or miss more appointments than I make. I cancel or bail out on plans last minute, which thrills my few remaining friends to no end. My new life revolves around counting, measuring, timing, planning, and hoping. I hate it! I want to be spontaneous! I want to wake up, see an ad in the paper for an event, and just go! I guess I’ve taken so much for granted that when I lost the ability, it really hit me hard. I feel guilty, angry, sad, and any other number of emotions. None of them good. I want proper treatment, I want a cure, I want people to understand, empathize, at least belive me when I say my pain and suffering is real and debilitating. I want my life back! My biggest fear is that my inner demons will take over. I cannot allow that to happen! But they are so strong and they want to be in charge. It’s a daily fight and it’s exhausting! Severe pain and insomnia don’t help. Neither do depression and anxiety. I’d sell my soul for a pain-free day and a sleep-filled night at this point. Extreme?! Not to me. | <urn:uuid:ae3fb9ca-c70f-4741-86ba-9c1475d549ea> | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | https://carryonandalwayskeepfighting.com/2015/06/05/painsomnia/ | 2020-07-06T23:07:30Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655890566.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20200706222442-20200707012442-00391.warc.gz | en | 0.963287 | 507 |
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Located in northern Germany, the Heide refinery has an annual capacity of 4.5 million tonnes of crude oil and generated a turnover of over €2 billion in 2015. It offers a high degree of production flexibility through optimal crude selection and the marketing and trading, both locally and globally, of a wide array of refined oil products and chemicals.
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Acquired by the Klesch Group from Tata Steel in 2009, it underwent a large restructuring in 2014 and was rebranded as Klesch Aluminium Delfzijl.
The operation employs around 200 professionals who have extensive experience in the aluminium industry. The operation is strategically located with direct deep-sea access for easy export to primary customers in The Netherlands, Germany and Spain.
The primary aluminium is generated from alumina by means of an electrolysis process, while the remaining half is produced from recycled aluminium scrap.
As a large power consumer, Klesch Aluminium is part of a consortium building its own proprietary power line that will connect the plant directly to the German national power grid.
Located in northern Italy, Leali Steel is a prominent producer in the speciality steel market with an annual capacity of 695,000 tonnes.
Leali Steel operates three plants: an electric arc furnace and continuous caster plant that recycles and processes scrap materials into new square and round billets; a rolling mill that transforms the billets into high-quality speciality steel bars; and a cold finishing plant.
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A recent article in Wired magazine spotlighting Canada’s Interac system declares that Canada will beat the United States to becoming a cashless society.
The article argues that the not-for-profit Interac, run by Canada’s major banks, is a major innovation that’s unknown in many countries, including the U.S., that makes the elimination of cash both desirable and affordable.
But conspiracy theorists have long argued that the elimination of cash in favour of digital currency will be a major step towards the creation of a police state, as every single monetary transaction will now be traceable.
Yet is that a major concern for consumers? Recent research suggests many people are already effectively living in a cashless world, choosing credit cards, bank cards and online shopping over the old dollar bill.
And, beyond Wired’s exultation of Interac, Canada has been undertaking a variety of initiatives that are bringing us closer to a cashless society.
Here’s a breakdown of the seven signs Canada is moving to a cashless society. (Text version below slideshow.)
7. Canada is tops for paying by card
Nowhere do people pay with plastic more than in Canada. An RBS report from 2011 found that paying by plastic -- credit, debit and bank cards -- amounts to 40 per cent of transactions, on average, across world economies. But the rate in Canada was 68 per cent, making the country the world leader in plastic payment.
6. We’re getting rid of the penny
Observers in the U.S. and elsewhere declared Canada a trailblazer when the Harper government announced in its budget this year that it’s eliminating the penny. Canada isn’t the first to do this -- Australia got rid of its penny decades ago, for instance, and various currencies around the world often eliminate their lowest denominations due to inflation. But the decision to kill the copper coin is nonetheless a sign that physical currency is less important to the economy than it used to be -- and central banks are beginning to notice the costs involved with it.
5. Our dollar bills are going high-tech
Even our paper money is turning plastic. The Bank of Canada unveiled Canada’s first plastic bill -- a new $100 -- last fall. The $50 bill went plastic this past March, and the $20 followed quickly in May. The plastic bills are meant to be more durable and include a variety of new security features, including a translucent strip. But they’ve already been through a few controversies: One involved the discovery that the new plastic bills may melt in heat; another involved a controversial decision by the BoC to eliminate an “Asian-looking” person from the original design of the $100 bill.
4. The Mint is going digital
Perhaps the elimination of the penny made the Royal Canadian Mint realize that the age of physical coins may be coming to an end. The agency responsible for Canada’s coins launched a new project this spring, called “MintChip,” in which it’s researching the creation of a “digital coin” shoppers could use for transactions under $10. On its face, the idea is similar to BitCoin, the virtual currency, but when a national mint develops something like this, it’s a clear sign we’re into a new era when it comes to money.
3. Canadians are ready to go cashless (apparently)
A study carried out by Leger Marketing for PayPal earlier this year found that 71 per cent of Canadians are comfortable with never having to use cash to make purchases, up a stunning 44 percentage points from 2011, when only 27 per cent of Canadians said the same. We’re going to go out on a limb and suggest this survey could be somewhat unreliable, but another survey, carried out by RBC this spring, found that three-quarters of women and two-thirds of men typically carry less than $50 in their wallet and rely on electronic transactions for purchases.
As Wired points out in this gushing article, Canada’s Interac system is a world-leading digital currency system. Nothing like it exists in the U.S., where you can pay by debit card at the cash register or pay user fees at a bank machine. While other countries have proprietary trading systems owned by banks, forcing withdrawal fees on customers and costs on retailers, the not-for-profit Interac costs so little it overtook cash as the preferred method of payment for Canadians all the way back in 2000.
1. Interac for the mobile era
The Canadian Bankers association is working on a unified, standardized system for smartphone payments in Canada -- something that could well evolve into an “Interac for the smartphone age.” Experts say that before smartphone payment can become standard, the phones themselves have to be equipped with Near Field Communication which allows phones to be swiped near readers to complete a transaction. Analysts say that technology is only a few years off.
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If you have an idea or it's already out in the market, this event is for you.
Most start-ups invest scarce resources in ideas which have not been tested on the target market, let alone co-created with users. By understanding what implicit core needs your product/service addresses, you will secure competitive advantage in the market and learn a toolset to keep up with ever-changing user preferences.
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Steve McQueen is quickly becoming one of my favorite directors…and he’s only made three full-length movies. I’ve only seen two of the three, Shame, which came out in 2011 about one New York City man’s addiction to sex, and recently 12 Years a Slave. McQueen’s movies are highlighted by an intense focus on the body and the physical, as well as stories that have gone untold, such as his first debut Hunger, which focused on a prison strike by IRA inmates in Northern Ireland.
The camera work of his films is incredibly interesting, artsy even, the shots long, and the detachment visceral. 12 Years a Slave is no different. It follows the trials of Solomon Northrup (played heroically by Chiwetel Ejiofor) a free black man who is duped and drugged by two frauds, and awakes to find himself in Washington D.C. in chains. His new captors tell him that he is no longer a free man, but a slave from Georgia, and mercilessly beat him till he agrees, or at least stops talking. As the camera pans up we see we are not but a few blocks from the capitol of the United State of America.
Northrup is then shuffled off to Louisiana where he has a relatively kind master, Ford (Benedict Cumberbatch) before being transferred to the manic cruel servitude of Edwin Epps (Michael Fassbender). Along the way he must keep his reading and writing skills a secret lest they get him in trouble, as they must assuredly do throughout the course of the movie. Northrup is smart, too smart for his own good, and finds his education, status, and name all but worthless in the bayous and plantations of Louisiana. He is merely the “property” of another human being.
12 Years is complex in that it refuses to generalize or demarcate its characters. Some of the white people are good (well only a few), some utterly evil. And yet there is almost the sense that within the “masters” of the plantation, the guilty consciences over their treatment of others in fact spurs even more violence, violence to cover guilt in an endless circle. Michael Fassbender is insane in this movie and I mean it in both the bad way and the good.
12 Years also draws our attention to the fact that some of the greatest evil was in fact imposed by the hands of fellow slaves at the behest of their masters. How much crueler can a whipping get? By having the perpetrator (themselves a victim) perpetrate the violence upon another victim. Was race-on-race violence a form of oppression and suffering devised at the hands of the white elite unknowingly years ago? I might say so.
Of course Brad Pitt gets to be the good Canadian abolitionist in the end, his speech and opinions coming so late in the movie it feels as if he is from another planet, but who can resist Brad Pitt? Actresses Lupita Nyong’o, Alfre Woodard, and Adepero Oduye are incredible and even surpass the heroism of Northrup, especially Patsey (Nyong’o). Each portrays a different version of how women handled their situation with grace and perseverance, and yet not without a few tears, or scars.
McQueen and cinematographer Sean Bobbit let the camera linger on scenes of 12 Years for extended periods of time, as if McQueen is forcing us to look when other filmmakers would cut or the average person avert their eyes.
“Look!” the entire film seems to scream out.
In what is perhaps the most infamous scene of the film, Northrup is disciplined by standing on his tiptoes with a noose around his neck for an entire afternoon as plantation life continues on around him. Some images, particularly Ejiofor’s burning of a compromised letter, are stark and say more than words can. Certain critics have complained that this “artsy” camera work takes advantage of Northrup’s story and allows McQueen to showcase his talent of imagery and beauty at the expense of the story. To that I say, “Pssht.” No way. It makes the film.
Detachment is a huge theme in all of McQueen’s movies and while 12 Years is a deeply heartfelt and passionate experience, there is something about it that leaves you numb and void of emotion, or perhaps so overcome by emotion that you have nothing left. Even though the film recreates the South and experience of slavery in a way that is so real and visceral, it also lacks a hearty psychological interior. I see this detachment as the only experience of emotion left to feel at the end of such horrific events. It is the absence of feeling, anti-attachment, that visually recreates experiences such as slavery or addiction in ways you can’t otherwise. To be addicted is to be utterly overcome with desire, and yet completely numb. I can’t speak for slavery but there is something about the way in which Northrup must categorize his servitude and refuse to give in to despair that requires a certain amount of stoicism or even ignorance on his part.
McQueen is able to take a story and historical experience shown or written about thousands of times and make it feel fresh, deeply important, and utterly terrifying. One friend I was with remarked that the entire feeling of the film felt more like a horror film than historical narrative. My body was tense from the minute the first image drifted on screen to the moment the credits started rolling. So, be prepared when you see the movie, but the result is breathless. Breathless in beauty. Breathless in terror. Breathless in acting and directing. If this movie isn’t the best of the year I will be personally offended. | <urn:uuid:6e2fea2c-9ccf-485d-896c-0f1c8f995e4a> | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | https://levirogersisafraud.com/2014/01/ | 2017-11-17T21:11:42Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934803944.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20171117204606-20171117224606-00599.warc.gz | en | 0.964782 | 1,216 |
Commercial grade lounge chair in great shape!
Sunday, May 18, 2014
Little Tykes Cottage Playhouse- Used and very faded...will need a good cleaning, then ready to play.
This house can be spray painted to look like new!!!
Directions to spray paint this house:
Here is the house last time we used it ...3yrs ago.
Used but in great condition still. One of the cushions has a small tear but it is on the underside so you can not see it. Can use this table with an umbrella. | <urn:uuid:1e2881b1-253e-4f78-ab8d-73401aa0d3a6> | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | http://buyourstuff-va.blogspot.com/2014/05/ | 2017-04-23T11:49:46Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917118552.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031158-00266-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.920368 | 114 |
Since 2010, the Federal Reserve Bank indicates that the wealthiest 10 percent of American have seen their income rise by 2%. The Bottom 20% have seen their income DECLINE by 4 percent and the average for all families DECLINED 5%. That tells me that the majority in the middle income brackets, decreased at a rate greater than the bottom 20%. In other words more of us are moving down in economic standing, not up. To make matters worse, the Federal Reserve Bank indicates that the top 3% actually had their incomes increase by 27.7% since 2010, meaning that the upper middle class people are falling back with the rest of us. Quite the opposite of what our parents had hope for us.
Wages have not rebounded as many people had to take pay cuts or find new a career at lesser pay, which places all kinds of issues at risk – retirement age, retirement goals, college for the kids, investments, home ownership, etc. All play a role in the economy of the country. People spend less on eating out, new clothes and other things – generally more frugal, which means less demand for goods and services, and therefore less employment. A vicious cycle that doesn’t help the economy. We have already started to see real estate cool off as wages have not rebounded and people figure it is time to defer or get out. Places like Miami and Las Vegas may remain warmer than say Cleveland or Detroit, but the Miami market has cooled in the past year.
Real losses in purchasing power goes back to the 1980s form the lower half of earners in the US. And we argue about the minimum wage – which is the very bottom of the pile. The failed concept of the Great Society was to try to get enough money in everyone’s pocket that the total purchasing power of the population would increase. Did not work out that way, but the concept of increasing purchasing power of all has appeal. Inflation goes up. Purchasing power goes down. The economy will stagnate if wages for the bottom 90% do not increase. That makes official less likely to raise water and sewer rates to pay for those needed infrastructure upgrades. Which will put more assets at risk of failure and stress operations budgets further. | <urn:uuid:2581da04-b284-4e62-9dde-1f73ffb0417b> | CC-MAIN-2020-10 | https://publicutilitymanagement.com/2014/10/08/random-thoughts-on-income-from-the-newspaper/ | 2020-02-18T10:16:41Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875143646.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20200218085715-20200218115715-00295.warc.gz | en | 0.975457 | 452 |
GET READY FOR A SOCCER SUMMER TO REMEMBER!
Your time at No. 1 Soccer Camps is going to be one of the most memorable of your soccer career. You’ll work hard, learn from professional coaches, improve your game, and meet like-minded soccer players. In order to maximize your time at camp, we have put together some pertinent information to help you prepare and pack for your No. 1 Soccer Camps experience.
Preparing for Camp
Prior to the start of your camp you will receive a detailed information sheet from your Regional Director that is specific to the site that you are attending. If for some reason you do not receive this information within two weeks of the start of camp, please contact your regional director directly. Their phone numbers and email addresses are listed on our website and individual site pages. Please also note that the contact number on our website (571-428-8387) is for our national office in Virginia and can be used if you are unable to reach your RD directly. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Youth Academy Camps
Your Regional Director will provide you with detailed information concerning the specifics regarding the Youth Academy Camp schedule, check in, location and other important information.
Your Regional Director will provide you with the time and location for the first day of camp check in prior to the start of camp.
Medical and Camper Profile Forms
The Medical Form must be completed by a parent and your physician. Physical exams conducted for the 2016/17 school year may be attached to our Medical Form provided all necessary information is provided. It is imperative that you remember to bring your medical form to camp. Please note that you cannot participate at camp without a completed Medical Form.
The Camper Profile Form must be completed by the player and/or a parent. The picture is important and will help us to get to know the campers quickly at camp. The camp directors and staff coaches will use the Camper Profile Form as an aid in placing the camper in the right group and in maximizing their camp experience. Please bring the Camper Profile Form along with your Medical Form to camp. For all camper forms, go to our website at www.no1soccercamps.com, click on FYI, Players, then click on Prepare For Camp or simply click the links above.
All roommate requests will be honored to the best of our ability. Be sure to list your roommate choice during the registration process. If for whatever reason the roommate dynamics are not working out between campers, it is important that campers let our staff know. If a camper is uncomfortable telling someone, then they should have their parents call. Things are sometimes simple to fix.
• Soccer Ball
• Soccer Socks
• T-Shirts (NO tank tops)
• Soccer Shoes – it is NOT a good idea to bring new shoes to camp.
• Indoor Training Shoes (Sneakers)
• Shin Guards
• Warm Up
• Bathing Suit
• Equipment Bag
• Water Bottle
• Sun Screen and Bug Spray
• Note Book and Pen
* Personal Items
• Sandals/Flip Flops
• Pillow and Bed Sheets – for twin size bed – residents only
• Blanket/Sleeping Bag – residents only
• Goalkeeping gear including gloves
Commuters – First Day of Camp
Campers who are not staying overnight should arrive at the assigned time provided to them by the Regional Director. Dinner will be the first meal. The regional director will provide you with the time and location that your commuter should be dropped off and then picked up at the conclusion of the day. Lunch and dinner will be provided daily. We will have a location in the dorm where our commuters can relax between sessions and store their belongings.
Residents – First Day of Camp
Registration is generally between 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm on opening day at a specified location. Your Regional Director will send you exact times and locations. Once on campus, signs will direct you to the exact location for registration. The first field session is scheduled for early afternoon. Dinner is the first meal of the day, followed by a second field session. The evening lecture concludes the day’s events followed by lights out.
Room Key Deposits
Most residential campers are required to submit a key deposit at the time of check-in. Deposits can be made in the form of cash or checks and will be returned to campers on the last day of camp at check out when the room keys are returned to us. Please make checks payable to No. 1 Soccer Camps. It will save you time during check-in if you have a check ready.
Campers will be initially placed into groups based on the program that they have enrolled during registration. During the sessions on the first day, campers will evaluated on their ability, throughout the week there will be continued evaluation as the program progresses.
Please know that the staff is very aware that friends come together and want to stay together in the same group. Groups and teams that signed up together will work together. As other groups are established, the staff may not know exactly which campers are friends and want to train together.
Campers will be asked several times – “Is there anyone who has been separated from their friends – does anyone want to move for any reason?” This is an important question, and we take it seriously. Groups can be adjusted – friends can and should play together – this is part of the whole camp experience. If a camper does not feel right in his group for whatever reason, please let us know. PLEASE tell your camper to speak up – we want to hear what they have to say. Sometimes they need to call home and have their parents contact us for them…that’s okay too.
Last Day of Camp
Camp will conclude after the morning field session on the last date of camp. Specific times will be provided by your regional director. At that time, campers will receive their personal detailed evaluation forms from our coaches. Lunch will not be served. Campers can be met on the field or at their dormitory. There is no formal closing meeting with parents. Parents wishing to do so may meet with the Directors, Staff Coaches, and Trainers on the field at the end of the last session. All campers must be promptly picked up at the conclusion of camp. We will have them as ready as possible for you. Due to our national sites, many of our staff are moving onto another site and will also need to depart camp promptly.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact your Regional Director directly. We look forward to seeing you in a few weeks!
No registered yet? Register Today!
No. 1 Soccer Camps was founded by Dr. Joseph Machnik in 1977. Since then, over 100,000 soccer players and coaches have attended No. 1 Soccer Camps and countless alumni have gone on to playing and coaching careers throughout the national and international soccer ranks. No. 1 Soccer Camps currently offers programs for every level of field players and goalkeepers with residential and day camps at twenty-five locations across the country. | <urn:uuid:ea289354-2e57-4c9a-9f29-e56c07841b90> | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | https://no1soccercamps.com/tag/soccer-camps/ | 2023-05-31T19:56:41Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224647409.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20230531182033-20230531212033-00345.warc.gz | en | 0.952792 | 1,511 |
Some of you may have heard that a Montana judge imposed a thirty-day sentence in a statutory rape case where s teacher slept with a 14 year old student. Some of you may have then read that the judge was planning to revisit that sentence. And then finally some of you may have read today's headline, which states that "Montana high court blocks hearing on resentencing rapist of girl". And you might have every right to be upset -- except this headline is misleading.
The ruling here does not necessarily mean that the original sentence will stand. Rather, it is a very mundane point of procedure: the trial court can't revisit the sentence at this stage; rather, the remedy is for the appellate courts to review the sentence. As both the prosecution and the defense argued, allowing the trial court to redo its sentencing would dramatically muddy the legal waters on appeal and make it far harder for the appellate courts to provide a full and fair review of the original (or revised) sentence.
So boo to misleading headlines, but everybody else take a deep breath. You may need to save your outrage for later, but at least keep it in the pocket for now. | <urn:uuid:bb0f84cc-e52f-4348-92dc-b8a2c0e8ca10> | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | http://dsadevil.blogspot.com/2013/09/appeal-to-procedure.html | 2018-02-22T20:52:34Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891814290.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20180222200259-20180222220259-00242.warc.gz | en | 0.964198 | 234 |
World premiere: Renault ARKANA show car, unveiled at the 2018 Moscow International Auto Salon
Renault ARKANA show car is a distinctive coupé-crossover, a unique fusion between the elegance of a Sedan and the sturdiness of a SUV.
Renault ARKANA show car prefigures a new Renault offer for the C-Segment with global ambitions: after its first introduction in Russia in 2019, it will be launched in other markets.
This new model in the Renault range will contribute to the group’s international expansion especially on the Russian strategic market.
Moscow, August 29, 2018 - At Moscow motor show, Renault unveils the ARKANA show car as a world premiere, a distinctive coupé-crossover announcing a new global vehicle. Its class-unique design will be a real novelty in a very competitive C-Segment.
The C-segment is currently the most dynamic and challenging sector of the automotive industry, especially SUVs. Customers’ needs are getting more and more diverse. ARKANA is born from those customers’ new expectations. It proposes an astonishing balance between the elegance of a sedan and the sturdiness of an SUV.
The ARKANA show car features a powerful and attractive design:
- Robustness is expressed through high ground clearance, wide wheel arches and large 19” wheels, for good all-terrain capabilities. A sturdy vehicle ready to face harsh driving and tough weather conditions.
- The elegance of the high waistline and sloping coupé roofline is emphasized by side chrome detailing and a panoramic glass roof.
"The ARKANA show car is a distinctive coupé-crossover, striking balance between the elegance of a Sedan and the powerful stance of an SUV. We have dialed in specific Renault cues, with a strong design, strength and sensuality with a French touch.” Laurens Van den Acker - SVP, Corporate Design of Groupe Renault.
This new production vehicle will be produced and marketed in different countries throughout the world, beginning with Russia in 2019. Renault ARKANA will be later manufactured and sold in Asia and other regions, with this same unique design but adapted also to local customers’ expectations.
As part of its Drive the Future strategic plan, Groupe Renault intends to step up the pace of international growth, expanding its product range to increase sales volumes up to 5 million units by 2022. ARKANA will play a key role in achieving this goal.
Groupe Renault claimed almost one-third of the Russian market in 2017 (448,270 vehicle sold / 28% market share). Russia today ranks as Groupe Renault’s number two market and is set to become the group’s leading market by the end of plan.
“The idea for this innovative concept came from Russia and the project was conducted with the strong involvement of Renault Russia teams. ARKANA will meet Russian customers’ aspirations but also the ones of new customers in many countries worldwide, enabling Groupe Renault to further pursue its international growth as part of its Drive the Future strategic plan.” Nicolas Maure - SVP, Chairman of Eurasia Region. | <urn:uuid:78dc53d3-0685-4927-a2f7-b26c17e728bc> | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | https://en.media.renaultgroup.com/actualites/world-premiere-renault-arkana-show-car-unveiled-at-the-2018-moscow-international-auto-salon-21214955-989c5.html | 2021-06-15T19:02:08Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487621519.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20210615180356-20210615210356-00472.warc.gz | en | 0.910468 | 664 |
Description of Historic Place
The Bank of Nova Scotia, located in downtown Ottawa, is a rigorously Classical stone building designed in the Beaux-Arts style. Its proportions and overall simplicity is derived from a severe Doric order, while its fine stone craftsmanship and decorative details on the exterior and a generous banking hall on the interior contribute to its distinctly classical character. The designation is confined to the footprint of the building.
The Bank of Nova Scotia is a Classified federal heritage building because of its historical associations, and its architectural and environmental values.
The Bank of Nova Scotia is a very good example of the early 20th-century economic development and diversification of Ottawa, marking the dominance of Sparks Street in retail trade and office-sector financial activities. Chartered in 1832, the Bank of Nova Scotia was first contained within the 1874 building erected for the Bank of Ottawa on Wellington Street. In 1924, following the trend of movement away from this area, the bank was moved to Sparks Street.
The Bank of Nova Scotia is one of the best examples of John Lyle’s works, and is the most rigorously classical of his buildings. The clarity of the arrangement of details, the balance of the design and the reflection on the exterior, of the interior design, all embody the best of Beaux-Arts planning and exemplify its excellent esthetic design. Its Doric order respects archaeological precedent, while the detailing combines references to Canadian economic activities. The stonework treatments of the construction and the detailing demonstrate the excellent craftsmanship. The building’s composition is remarkable in its lucid proportions and achieves an overall simplicity, demonstrating a very good functional design.
By reinforcing the economic and historic character of its surroundings, the Bank of Nova Scotia has maintained an unchanged historical association with the streetscape, which make it a familiar landmark in downtown Ottawa.
Sources: Dana Johnson, Bank of Nova Scotia, Ottawa, Ontario, Federal Heritage Building Review Office Building Report 85-008; Bank of Nova Scotia, Ottawa, Ontario, Heritage Character Statement, 85-008.
The character-defining elements of the Bank of Nova Scotia should be respected.
Its excellent aesthetic design, very good functional design and excellent craftsmanship and materials, as evidenced by:
- its Beaux-Arts design, as exhibited by the arrangement of details, the balance of the design and the reflection on the exterior of the interior design;
- the classical conception of the Sparks Street façade exhibiting Beaux-Arts principles, including its high rusticated base and a piano nobile in smooth ashlar, the symmetrical arrangement and type of openings such as the centre door, the four windows, and recessed niches, and the four-freestanding columns and a capping cornice;
- its Doric order and ornamentatal scheme, respecting archaeological precedent;
- the relative opacity of the main façade fundamental to the original architectural intent, and expressive of its original use as a bank;
- the general volumes of its interior, including the generous banking hall, and the mezzanine offices overlooking the central space;
- the combination of traditional classical detailing with references to traditional Canadian economic activities, including the banking hall decoration with scenes of Canadian life on the marble walls;
- the surviving Greek inspiration ornamentation, fittings and furniture;
-the interior materials, including the marble-walled vestibule, the rose grey Tennessee marble floors of the banking hall and the pink marble dados with cast stone walls above.
The manner in which the Bank of Nova reinforces the economic character of its setting and preserves its historical relationship with the unchanged streetscape, as evidenced by:
- its prominent location on both Sparks Street in one of the most accessible areas of the Ottawa downtown core;
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Coil upon coil, layer upon layer until the form is found, I build by hand, using earthenware, stoneware and porcelain. Sometimes I experiment with wedging, to achieve a less uniform appearance. I use glazes sparingly because I like to see the rawness of the clay body.
Pieces are sculptural rather than functional; perfect and imperfect containers, they may convey landscapes and movement, the body and the feminine. Somehow, all these meanings converge in a single pot. | <urn:uuid:105c7f71-e532-42d7-81fd-aa10783f3622> | CC-MAIN-2017-30 | https://www.lindadangoor.com/portfolio-claywork/ | 2017-07-27T16:40:18Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549428325.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20170727162531-20170727182531-00209.warc.gz | en | 0.915931 | 106 |
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