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Alamak!!! So kotor!!! *pengsan* Muahahahahahaha!!!!!
The past few days have been frustrating as it rained in the evenings, today included. We were all ready to go to the playground but as we stepped out of the house, it started to rain
You don't know how important it is for us to go to the playground. The boys need to go to the playground to burn off whatever surplus energy they have otherwise they'll have difficulty sleeping at night. I need to go to the playground as that is my only time to get some fresh air and out of the four walls at home but it had to rain. Of all time it has to rain in the evenings!
I have to quickly come out with Plan B to keep the boys occupied. My alternate plan always revolve around art and craft and today we did abstract art using their toy cars.
Abstract Art: Toy Car Painting
They ended up so messy I had to make them clean everything up. Surprisingly, they find cleaning up fun and had the best time ever that evening splashing away
Here is the video of the boys and their abstract art activity:
Alamak!!! So kotor!!! *pengsan* Muahahahahahaha!!!!!
Something to keep the boys busy. Messy and fun. Haha. The joy of mother is seeing her kids happy.
They looked so happy painting with their toy cars. Good that they help to clean up too.
I'm so glad the rain is back! It was so hot the past week. Too bad it had to rain when you were ready to go to the playground.
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Board Certified Dermatology Physician Assistant
Danielle Pollack is a Board Certified Dermatology Physician Assistant. She was trained at Duke University and Carnegie Mellon where she received numerous honors and accolades for outstanding academic achievements. Danielle spent several years in private practice in San Diego after which she returned to her family in Orange County to join OC Skin Institute. Providing excellent dermatologic care and the latest, state-of-the-art treatment for her patients is paramount.
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Xunantunich Maya Ruin Tour
After a morning at the Belize Zoo, the tour will continue along the Western Highway. Lunch and a great shopping opportunity will recharge the batteries for the afternoon's delights! Travelling through San Ignacio in the Cayo District, the tour continues West to the village of San Jose Succotz where a hand cranked ferry carries vehicle and passengers to the other side of the Mopan River. One more mile will bring the visitor to the impressive Maya Site of Xunantunich (Maiden of the Rock). A major ceremonial center, and one of the countries larger excavated sights, the view from the largest pyramid El Castillo is remarkable. Not a photo call to be missed.


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Defying Expectations, Disabled Models are Landing Major Campaigns
Danielle Sheypuk, clinical psychologist, advocate on behalf of people with disabilities, model and 2012 Ms. Wheelchair New York.
From RJ Mitte for Gap Inc. in billboard size on New York City's Fifth Avenue last spring to the viral #IMREADY campaign where child models with Down syndrome took the spotlight in the fall, 2014 was a landmark year for people with disabilities in the fashion industry.
The fight for recognition has been a long one, and at times, frustrating. Ignored by many clothing brands and high-profile designers, disabled models have been forced to take the initiative in pushing for greater acknowledgement of their abilities.
Danielle Sheypuk is a clinical psychologist and advocate on behalf of people with disabilities. She is also a model, and in 2012 was appointed Ms. Wheelchair New York. Perhaps most notably, Sheypuk was the first disabled runway model featured at New York Fashion Week in 2014, modelling clothes by designer Carrie Hammer.
Sheypuk is of the opinion that models with disabilities are "virtually ignored" by the fashion industry in the United States.
"Essentially, we are not valued as consumers by designers, despite our vast numbers," she says.
"If designers are not recognizing us, then they are not marketing to us—which is their big financial loss—and therefore, they are not calling for any models with disabilities."
According to the most recent figures, the United States Census Bureau estimates there are currently 56.7 million people living with some form of disability in the U.S.—which is 19 percent of the population. More than half report a severe disability. This number does not account for the millions of people around the world living with disabilities, and Sheypuk says fashion designers are ignoring the purchasing power of this key group.
Many disabled people have reached out to Sheypuk about fashion modeling as a career, but Sheypuk says that there simply aren't many opportunities around, and disability advocates were essential in the continued effort to get designers to "smarten up".
Models of Diversity is a UK-based nonprofit devoted to greater diversity in fashion modeling around the world. Established in 2010, the organization recently partnered with consultancy Global Disability Inclusion to increase the availability of models with disabilities in the U.S.
The campaign advocates at fashion events, holds street surveys to understand consumer perspectives on disabled models, offers workshops for aspiring models and promotes greater diversity through media interviews and social networking.
Chelsey Jay Reynolds is the Director of Disability at Models of Diversity, and a disabled model. She says that the fashion industry views disability in a "very old fashioned and outdated way."
"The fashion industry hasn't evolved like the world around it has, so it's way behind on attitude on minorities," Reynolds says.
She believes that the fashion industry has yet to change its attitude on a large scale, but agrees that certain individuals and brands were contributing to the growing number of disabled models in fashion advertising.
"Disabled models are not invited to castings like able models are. They are not asked for by brands and not represented by agencies. Fashion has closed out employing models with disabilities entirely, and it's truly shocking," Reynolds says.
Jack Eyers, a British model with a prosthetic leg, found his way into modeling via the Models of Diversity campaign. He first took part in the 2012 Paralympics Opening Ceremony in London, which prompted his interest in pursuing a career in acting and modeling.
Speaking to the BBC last year, Eyers says he never expected to be a model, as he had never been exposed to any kind of disabled role models in the public eye.
"They just assumed that this is not a path a disabled person would go down, whether they look good or not," Eyers says.
Eyers says that in the past, he has done fashion shoots for certain clothing brands that only wanted to use him for a one-time, "X-factor sob story" effect.
"It was just because we were disabled that they wanted to use us, which I don't think is the point of what I'm trying to get across," Eyers says.
"I want people to look at people with disability and not think anything of it, you know? To just be another model."
Angel Sinclair, former model and founder of Models of Diversity, told the BBC the only disabled role models in the public eye tended to be Paralympians. However, she believes that disabled fashion models could offer inspiration to other people living with disabilities.
"There are a group of models out there who have the potential, and they have the capability, to do high fashion," Sinclair says.
The history of physically disabled models in fashion is painfully short.
Department store chain Nordstrom was one of the first retailers to include disabled models in its catalogs and marketing in 1997, setting a benchmark that few fashion brands have dared to meet.
Emily Sterken, a spokesperson for Nordstrom, says that the company wanted to ensure that it was reflecting the diversity of its customers. As for the models themselves, the selection process is much like choosing any other model to represent the Nordstrom brand.
"We look at our needs for the catalog and work with agencies to select models we think look great and reflect our customers," Sterken says,.
Last year the catalog for Nordstrom's anniversary sale included four disabled models, including Shaholly Ayers, Jillian Mercado, Alex Minsky and Emilia Taguchi, a seven-year-old girl with Down syndrome.
High fashion soon followed Nordstrom's example, with designer Alexander McQueen featuring former track and field paralympian Aimee Mullins in his Autumn/Winter runway show in 1998.
Mullins went on to pursue a highly successful career as a model and was featured across a range of notable fashion magazines, leading to her appointment as a L'Oreal model and global ambassador.
Other fashion brands to embrace models with disabilities include GAP, Diesel, Carrie Hammer and India Vasquez, all of which have used disabled models in the past decade. International recognition of disabled models has also been growing. United Kingdom retailer Debenhams used its first disabled model in 2010, featuring wheelchair-bound Shannon Murray in campaign photography.
Aware of the growing demand for more diversity in fashion modeling, British producers invited disabled models to take part in a reality television show called Britain's Missing Top Model. Airing in 2008, the show featured eight women competing for a modeling contract, with final contestant Kelly Knox winning the competition.
The show only ran for one season. However, for the first time, disabled models were competing in a national televised competition that drew millions of viewers, and plenty of commentary. Importantly, the television show revealed that disabled models had many of the same concerns and goals as able-bodied models.
And in Russia—a country where minorities are frequently outcast—several disabled models were featured at the Moscow Mercedes Benz Fashion Show in 2014, modeling a couture collection for people with physical disabilities and achondroplasia, or dwarfism.
Sheypuk says that her decision to become a model was born out of a desire to bring about change in the fashion industry, after moving to New York and discovering how difficult dating was with a disability.
"There are so many stereotypes that we come up against, including misconceptions that we are undateable, asexual, and not glamorous or physically attractive," Sheypuk says.
"That is when I decided to integrate psychology and dating with a disability in a large-scale effort to try to make a big change. I became Ms. Wheelchair NY in 2012, hired a publicist, and began to speak out very publicly to transform our image into one that is hip, sexy and powerful."
The advocacy movement for greater representation of disability in fashion modeling has been gaining momentum in recent years.
There are only a handful of brands using disabled models, which limit opportunities. But Reynolds says that the effect of the models already featured had caused "quite a stir and mass conversation", and that consumers enjoyed seeing models that reflected the wider community.
"If you ask people, the fashion-buying public, they actually prefer to see models that represent 'real people' in all different shapes, sizes, colours, ages and abilities," Reynolds says.
Sheypuk agrees that consumers with and without disabilities want to see greater diversity in fashion models.
"We have seen a major change in recent years for other minority groups in the fashion industry, including the wide acceptance of ethnically diverse and plus-size models. It is now our turn," Sheypuk says.
A large-scale statistical study measuring the number of consumers with a disability and their purchasing habits is due to be released in Spring 2015 by non-profit organization disABILITYincites, and Sheypuk hopes this will influence retailers and designers to incorporate greater opportunities for disabled models in their fashion.
"Both consumers with and without disabilities are reacting with rave reviews. Everybody wants and needs to see diversity normalized by large-scale media. It will help us grow as a society with significant, positive effects on our psychological well-being," Sheypuk says.
Fashion is quick to discard old trends and move on to the new. But greater diversity in modeling is a demand that isn't going anywhere, and greatly overdue.


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Pain After Ureteral Stent Removal
Will I be in pain after ureteral stent removal tomorrow surgery was wednesday. Its removed tmmrw many forums say how painful it is after. Is this true?
Not painful: Most organs in our abdomen (Belly) do not have pain nerve endings so they are not painful to touch! As a result neither the insertion (placement) or removal of a Stent in your ureter should cause any significant amount of pain. The worst that can happen is some slight discomfort. So do not anticipate any problems and wait to worry! . Send me a note after the stent has been removed and let me know. ...Read more
Stenting (Definition)
In general, a stent is a metal tube used to keep a vessel open. Stents can be placed in a huge number of places, including blood vessels, bile ducts, even in the colon ...Read more
Is a strong burning pain common after ureteral stent removal while urinating?
See urologist: May have urine infection, see urologist, get culture of urine, ...Read more
Ureteral stent removal is tomorrow I have string out of penis. How much pain am I going to experience and if it painful after it is removed?
Just don't worry: The purpose of the stent is severed, your doctor will just pull the string to remove the it. Some need mild sedation brave one like you may not need one! And few days of discomfort and burning Drink plenty of water. Ask your doctor before removal. ...Read more
Can a Ureteral stent cause your rib cage to be sore after removal?
No, but...: Ureteral stent removal alone should not cause pain in rib cage, but ache related with temporary ureteral blockage by spam or stone or clot passage which possibly occurs. Hence, it such pain persists >1-2 days or worsens, see your urologist. How to handle such? Go to articles listed in http://formefirst. Com/onDealSickness. Html. More? Welcome to contact me as needed. ...Read more
Husband has ureteral stent in place after stone removal since 4-9-13, when can he have an alcoholic beverage and resume sexual activity?
Here are some…: There is no rule to dictate when to resume drinking alcoholic beverage or resuming sexual activity. Clinically and in reality, she may do so whenever he may feel comfortable without undue discomfort. Of course, ask the treating urologist for individual detail timely. ...Read more
Had laser lithotripsy 9 days ago 4 stone removal. Ureteral stent for 8 more days told no sex or sexual activity til removed. Why & what do they mean?
Here are some...: The recommendation provided after the reported procedures is commonly given in attempting and assuming to ease voiding symptoms from local irritation to usually already inflamed bladder neck and prostate urethra. Is that really necessary for professional reasons, which could be in doubt or for political correctness, which probably plays major role in such advice? So, Ask Doc for mutual agreement.. ...Read more
What's a ureteral stent feel like?
No pain: Should not feel anything.Get a more detailed answer ›
Is it normal to have a ureteral stent?
Here are some. ..:
Placing ureteral stent after transureteral procedures for stones or strictures or tumors, etc. Is a common useful practice to prevent unwanted post-procedural ureteral obstruction; of course, it's judged by surgeon.
At times, for small stone at lower part of ureter, stent may not be required. So, ask urologist for individual details timely. ...Read more
How painful will it be to have a ureteral stent put in?
Anesthesia: You will not be feeling it. That's why there are drugs and anesthesiologists. ...Read more
Can I have intercourse whilst having an ureteral stent?
Yes: The stent should be completely inside your body. It starts either in your kidney or just below it in your ureter. It ends in your bladder. ...Read more
My husband is having a ureteral stent put in. While the stent is in is it better for him to wear briefs or boxers for underwear?
What ever make: Comfortable, briefs or boxers, most of the time stents are inside, some times the anchoring thread will come out side for easy removal ...Read more
.4 mg Tamsulosin once daily, is having no effect on the spasms caused by Ureteral Stent. Is there anything that can help with it?
Dose increase: Check first with the doctor who prescribed it because tamsulosin may be increased to 0.8mg daily in 2 doses of 0.4 each. Hopefully you will get rid of the stent soon:) ...Read more
After I have ureteral stent removed by t string tmmrw will I be in pain? Online says many have severe pain after? Is this true or will I walk away fine?
Just remove it as...: Just remove it as advised & instructed in anticipating you are stone-free or can pass small residual gravels. So, most of patients under the described scenario will be just fine. But very occasionally, recurrent ureteral obstruction may occur. So, follow instructions & see to attest: Life is a one-way street of accumulation, modification, & continuation; that is life reality. ...Read more
What's the possibility I had ureteral stent taken out to soon? I'm still having persistent flank pain a week later.
See answer: It's not aways clear as when is best time to remove a stent. Patients often want them removed sooner as they are commonly associated with pain/discomfort and urologists would tend to leave them in a longer to allow for swelling to resolve and healing to occur. Persistent pain after stent removal could be related to residual swelling/spasm or recurrent blockage from a stone fragment. Repeat ct? ...Read more
Taking 1- 2 percocet every 4 hours post op for pain & ureteral stent irritation. Very drowsy on this med but have relief. Is there diff med 0 drowsy?
Yes: Percocet is a narcotic and drowsiness and other opiate-related side effects (constipation, dizziness, vivid dreams, sweating, etc) not uncommon. A non-narcotic pain medication like tramadol would likely be better. Otc nsaids (e.g. Ibuprofen, naproxen) along with a prescription alpha-blocker (e.g. Tamsulosin) are often well-tolerated and very helpful for relieving stent-related pain and discomfort. ...Read more
Ureteral stent. It all of a sudden hurts a lot In my bladder and feels like something is falling out of my vagina. Had stents before never this feeling?
Stents: Ureteral stents can be very uncomfortable and can cause considerable bladder irritation. It is also possible that the stent has dislodged and is coming out the urethra. If this were the case you would be getting wet with incontinence. In any case you should speak to your urologist about your symptoms. ...Read more
I just removed my ureteral stent yesterday morning, is it safe to masturbate or should I hold off? I'm no longer having stinging when I urinate.
Ok but...: It is okay to masturbate as long as being aware that the bladder & urethra may still have some residual lingering effects of procedure-related lining inflammation which may induce mild discomfort during masturbation and at orgasm. Of course, the degree of possible discomfort may widely vary among individuals. On life reality? To articles in http://formefirst. Com/onLifeBasics. Html. All the best.... ...Read more
What to do if I have hypertrophy, urine blockage in 83yo dm, late pd, supra-pubic cath vs ureteral stent?
Here are some...: I would still recommend a 83-year man to undergo PVP procedure with Greenlight laser if his overall medical condition is reasonable and still able to urinate to a degree despite some residual urine. Suprapubic cystostomy or tube is reserved for men with a fully dysfunctional bladder, i.e., a " complete" bladder atony. ...Read more
Is having a pretty strong burning in bladder normal after my ureteral stent was removed yesterday. Urines brown with blood clots?
Possible, but...: After stent removal, some irritation in peeing is expected but should ease to fade over 1-3 days. As to having clots in urine, it may last off and on until the healing of mucosa of ureter & bladder is completed. If not fading away as usually expected, one still needs to rule out possible UTI. So, if bearable, just watch, wait, and see; if not, seek evaluation, care, & counseling, ...Read more
Got a ureteral stent placed Monday this week, still bleeding and pain in testicles and back. Urine dark and smells. Is it normal?
Too soon to worry: Give it a couple more days and then see your urologist. There could be some bleeding going on though in the absence of swelling I don't understand the testicular pain ...Read more
Hyperextended knee reaching over couch, felt and heard pop in knee, severe pain for an hr. Then could walk with pain. On cipro (ciprofloxacin) for a wk-ureteral stent?
See orthopedist: Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is associated with tendon rupture, and a"pop" with pain suggests significant injury. Suggest you see an orthopedist for examination. ...Read more
Swollen eyes after stent ureteral stent placement? It's my 3rd day after getting kidney stones out. Stent out in 2 days.
Ureteral stent: I'm confident that the stent has little to do with "swollen eyes". It is certainly true that stents can cause significant discomfort. I'm sure that you will be happy to get it out. ...Read more
What are symptoms of damage to urethra, bladder or ureter after urethral stent removal and is there a way to determine damage without imaging?
Stent removal: If you are referring to a ureteral stent removal there are very few side effects associated with their removal. The length of time they were indwelling could have an effect on whether they are encrusted with stone or not. Imaging with I.V. Dye and cystoscopy would be appropriate if symptoms remained after 3 to 4 weeks from removal. ...Read more
I have severe pain in my lower tailbone, and lower penis after removal of partial colon and stent was placed in my ureter?
Pain in tailbone &: Penis. Sorry to hear that. Be sure to tell your doc everything. If he/she can't help w/pain please get a second opinion. Also consider natural therapies from a natural doc or nutritionist. Consider clinical hypnosis for pain management. Peace and good health. ...Read more
I have a stent in my ureter and was curious if I could still go swimming.
Probably fine: Shouldn't be a problemGet a more detailed answer ›
Had my ureter stent taken out today. I am in severe pain. I have had stents before but after they come out I am normally fine. What can I do to help?
Call doctor: You should contact the doctor who removed the stent as soon as possible! If not go to the emergency room. ...Read more
Got my ureter stent out today. Now I am in a lot of pain in my lower back. Is this normal?
Back pain: It is not uncommon to have back pain after stent removal. Take the pain meds as prescribed. Contact your doctor if the pain persists or if fever develops. ...Read more
I have had a ureter stent in for 3 montnts. I have nothing BUT pain and 4 infections. Now I'm petrified that when they take it out this week it will?
Here are some...: Why did you have ureteral stent? After stone breaking or something else? For most of cases, stent removal is quite easy, but occasionally severe encrustation at the ends of stent may make its removal very difficult resulting in requiring additional procedures. Regardless of whatever may be, follow your urologist to complete the care sequentially. Best wish... ...Read more
Just had a ureter stent placed friday. I feel like I have to pee all the time. Anything I can do to help me not feel this way.
Stents: Unfortunately ureteral stents cause quite a bit of bladder irritation. You can get over-the-counter urinary tract analgesics or have your urologist prescribed a prescription strength urinary analgesic. ...Read more
Stent placed 1 month in my left ureter for stone after URS. Its been 3 weeks since it is removed. But still very mild & self limited pain. Its common?
See below: Not uncommon to have some mild residual irritation and incomplete healing from either the procedure itself to remove your stone or from the stent that was placed even though removed 3 weeks ago. Sometimes persistent discomfort can be related to either a small stone fragment that remains and has not passed or due to a urinary tract infection. If worsens or does not resolve with time, contact MD. ...Read more
My brother has a ureter stent placed and it's passed 24 hours and he's is still in sharp pain, nausea and discomfort? How long does it last till he feels normal with it
Ask/call the urologist: You want to ask the urologist who placed the stent for evaluation, your brother shouldn't be in such pain, good luck ...Read more
I have blood clots in my urine from a ureter stent should I go tot he er?
Okay as long as...: Seeing grossly bloody urine even with few clots could be expected but will light up over time and is okay as long as being able to void with not much discomfort. For possibly stent-related symptoms, you may ask your urologist if unbearable. So, usually, yo do have to go to ER for such as long as you understand and realize what are the realistic expectation after ureteral stent for various reasons. ...Read more
What test can I do to be sure my ureter has healed after a rupture occurred after surgery to remove stone, stent is still in place, left it in to heal?
Imaging study ureter: Either a ct scan with contrast and delays or an ivp. ...Read more
Can having a stent placed in my ureter due to a stone cause a positive ana?
Probably not: Probably not.Get a more detailed answer ›
I have bilateral hydronephrosis with 4mm stone @ left VUJ [email protected] upper ureter. Is it possible to do ESWL to break the stones w/out doing RPG n stent?
Depends on symptoms: 4mm stone should pass on its own. 10mm stone would likely break up with eswl, but primary stent placement might be required if severe right sided flank pain present. Metabolic stone evaluation necessary in view of bilateral stones. Probably have seen a urologist as ur aware of hydronephrosis & stone pathology. Certainly discuss with him/her. ...Read more
I had a stent put in my ureter because they thought I had kidney stones. Turns out, my ureter is like an "S" shape. They proceeded to put the stent in anyways and now I'm in critical pain and my kidney seems to be "contracting" or having a spasm...the
Stent discomfort: You are experiencing stent discomfort. You should undergo' cystoscopy with stent removal and IVP to reevaluate ureter. ...Read more
Chronic flank pain-would ureter stent placement relieve pain? Have tried everything
Do you have kidney: Stones or urinary tract infections? A chronic kidney infection can cause flank pain. Do you have pain urinating? Burning? A quick urine analysis can help rule out infections or blood (might be due to stones). Your primary care doc can usually do this test. ...Read more
What does oxybutynin do? Have a ureter stent. Does that help me not to pee every fine? They gave me that and pain meds.
Relax bladder: This classic medication decreases contractility of smooth muscle and therefore decreases bladder contractility and bladder spasms. If you have a stent in place after perhaps a ureteral stone procedure, Oxybutynin can make you more comfortable while your healing process continues. You will be well soon. ...Read more
My dad has a kidney stone for the past 2 month now in his ureter. He has a stent placed too and he had 4 sessions of ESWL still didn't break now what?
Talk to his urologis:
We can not tell you what next step your dad's urologist has planned for him
There are too choices to watch and see ig it will come down as he has had lithotripsy and we don't know if it broke the stone
Discuss with his Urlogist
Other option is go through uretroscope
Only his urologist can answer your question NOW WHAT? ...Read more
I had a 9mm kidney stone totally blocking my ureter & the flow from my left kidney. I had a stent inserted & the stone was blasted by a laser & is go?
Get an X-rays: If the stones came out and you do not have any more symptoms, get again x-ray to make sure no stones left. Have the stent taken out. ...Read more


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Women's Basketball Rolls Past California, 80-52
Jan. 13, 2002
BERKELEY, Calif. - Oregon State University's women's basketball squad rolled to an 80-52 victory against University of California on Saturday night.
With the victory, the Beavers improve to 9-8 on the season and 5-3 in Pacific-10 Conference action while Cal falls to 5-10 and 0-6 in conference play.
Both teams exchanged baskets in the early going, but with Cal ahead 9-7 at the 15:33 mark, but the Beavers used to a 21-6 run over the next seven minutes to jump in front for good (30-15).
Cal responded with a 6-0 run of their own to narrow the OSU lead to 30-21 with just over six minutes remaining, but Oregon State scored 12 of the final 14 points of the half to go into the locker room with a 42-23 lead.
The turnover-prone Bears committed 16 miscues before the break. OSU didn't fare much better holding onto the ball, as the Beavers had 10 turnovers, but dominated the glass, garnering a 21-12 edge.
Felicia Ragland and Hollye Chapman each tallied 10 points for Oregon State as eight Beavers reached the scoring column before intermission.
It was all Oregon State in the second half, with a variety of players getting in on the action.
Senior Ericka Cook scored five straight points at the opening of the period and then recorded a pair of assists on high-low passes to fellow post Brina Chaney. Leilani Estavan buried two consecutive 3-point field goals to give the Beavers a commanding 65-33 lead at the 11:08 mark. Jenni Jodoin and Juleen Smith followed with buckets before Cal's Olga Volkova hit a lay-up to put an end to a 15-0 Oregon State run, making the score 69-35 with 8:53 remaining.
Both coaches played their entire bench as the Beavers rolled to the 28 point victory.
With the win, Oregon State improves to 6-0 on the year when it scores at least 70 points.
'We told our players we've got to score,' said OSU head coach Judy Spoelstra. 'We worked the ball well against the zone and got some nice looks.'
Three Beavers reached double figures in scoring with Ragland and Estavan finishing with 14 points each. Chapman added 10, all in the first half. Cook finished with nine points, four steals and led the team with a career-high eight assists. Smith, finishing with an impressive all-around game, dished out a career-high six assists, scored seven points, pulled down five and made a career-best three steals. Jodoin saw her most playing time of the season, scoring two points, pulling down a pair of rebounds and dishing out a career-high two assists in 10 minutes. Freshman guard Jessica Jones hit her first field goal of the season when she buried a 3-pointer at the 1:54 mark, as every Beaver scored in the game.
California committed 28 turnovers in the game and OSU finished with 13 steals.
'We were aggressive on the trap,' said Spoelstra. 'We got our hands on the ball and were able to force some turnovers.'
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So I rolled into SF on Sunday. The movers picked up my stuff on Thursday and I bolted on Friday. 29 hours driving time from Dallas to SF. It's one hell of a drive that I hope I never make again.
So my stuff should be here in the next 16 days or so and at the end of the month I have to fly back to Texas to finalize the closing out of my house there but then I'm done.
Adios Dallas……you shithole.


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It can be extremely exciting to begin a new hobby. You will have a lot to learn and concentrate on. Many hobbies can help you pick up some artistic talents or create profitable pastimes. Hobbies are necessary for everyone. Read on for the best information on selecting a new hobby.
Making music is a hobby to explore. You will need to decide which instrument appeals to you most. After that, all you need to do is train with someone else, or train with videos and books. Take it slowly, practice when possible and you will be amazed by the results.
For people who want to turn their hobby into a business, they need to decide on a name. Whatever name you select will be the start of your own brand. Your name ought to stand out, be memorable and it needs to have a clear connection to what you plan to sell.
Ensure that your scissors are always clean before you start your hobby time. Glue, lint and other things need to be wiped off every time. Occasionally, wash the blades with warm, soapy water. Dry them thoroughly before storing. If you find that your mess is particularly sticky, fingernail polish remover can remove the adhesive.
Network with others who share similar interests as you. Keep in mind that everyone likes different things. Why bore your family members and friends with your hobby when there are lots of other people who share your interest? Sign up with Internet forums and support groups offline for people with your same hobbies.
A good hobby that is not as expensive as it once was is photography. If you've got a digital camera already, and maybe a tripod, you may go ahead and start. Make a note that you don't have to be a true artist to take nice photos, and reading some photography books can help hone your skills.
If you like football, you can transform that into an enjoyable hobby. If you just enjoy watching football, but not playing it, then consider fantasy football as a hobby. Get a group of friends together, draft players, and then follow them throughout the year.
Fishing is a good hobby to pursue. Fishing is one of those hobbies that will never die out. It is a tradition that many have enjoyed. There needs to be patience involved, but it is very rewarding when you catch something. You have a choice to catch and release or keep the fish for consumption.
Share your hobby. The little things you do that involve other people can be very special. Small facets of life, such as hobbies, are keys to people's personalities. Allow others to get a look at what you make, collect, or follow. Let your hobby be your way of participating in the world. You will make new friends and learn about new things.
Are you looking for extra money through a hobby? Figure out what you can do that is unique. Do you have a skill that others lack? You want to combine your joy with something that is profitable. Begin with those answers.
Star gazing is a cool hobby. Checking out the stars allows you to view the world in a completely different light, which is extremely cool. It gives you a greater appreciation for existence. Just a telescope and a dark, starry night can change your point of view.
Sculpting can be a relaxing and enjoyable hobby. It's a great feeling to have clay in your hands and making something amazing out of it. Avoid sculpting by yourself! Find a class in your area that will teach you basic sculpting skills, and bring a friend along with you!
Always do your best to be safe if you're doing your hobby. Having so much fun can often make one forget about safety. Be sure that you know what safety guidelines exist for your hobby, and adhere to those guidelines at all times.
Get out of the house and ride your bike. Enthusiastic riders are always looking out for new trails they can ride. If you dress right, you can bike 365 days a year. You'll get a workout along with this hobby.
It is important that you organize your hobby items. This allows you to find supplies easily. In addition, you can ensure that you are safe. You do not want to get injured working on your hobby because you were careless and left something dangerous lying around.
A good hobby to improve handwriting skills is calligraphy. You don't need too much to begin, and it can relax you to learn how to write and draw letters. You could also take a class in calligraphy to learn the best techniques. You will like being able to do something with your handwriting.
Why is it wise to engage in hobbies? Psychologists say that a hobby can help you feel gratified and can bring you pleasure. Hobbies will bring your life joy. Hobbies can even play as mood enhancers that assist you in relieving stress.
If you travel a lot, consider starting a collection of some item from your travels to bring back with you after the trips are done. You could collect spoons, local pottery, postcards, wine bottles, etc. No matter what your collection is, it can serve as a reminder of places you've visited.
If you want to pursue a hobby with your child, be sure to look toward the child's interests. If they like dancing, find a class for them. If they enjoy cars or trains, find a train set.
If you would like to involve a young child in a hobby, think about what they might love to do. Do they dance along to songs on TV? Sign them up for a dance class!
Make sure to research a new hobby before deciding to become involved in it. All hobbies are different. There are creative hobbies, some that require physical activity, and others that take up a large amount of your time. Research your hobby so that you know a lot about it first.
If you decide on cooking as your hobby of choice, exercise caution. Loose fitting clothes are dangerous because they are a fire hazard. Keep your hair out of the way and be sure to use an apron. Safety is key when cooking.
Think about following a sport and rooting on your favorite team. To actually get something from watching games, you will want to learn about the rules of the sport and the players. You also want to actually have fun when you watch the sport. As they progress, you can keep tabs on their success.
Think of what you enjoy when you're looking for a hobby. Think about your interests when you are trying to figure out a hobby to undertake. As an example: do you love movies? Maybe creating a movie club is a great hobby to try.
A hobby is something that's great if you wish to relax and pass some time. One way to discover a wide variety of hobbies to choose from is to search online for hobby forums. Never pass up a chance to learn from veteran enthusiasts. Learn what you regarding difficulties, time constraints and financial necessities.
Jewelry making is a fun hobby that can turn into a moneymaker. This is more than just for women. Some of the biggest names in jewelry are men. Craft fairs and art shows are great places to display and sell your products. It really is an enjoyable hobby that can result in real income.
Create a quilt. It is easy to involve your family in a quilting project. Encourage them to choose from scraps the fabrics they like best. Use scraps from old clothing, sheets or buy swatches from the craft store. When you are ready to assemble it, allow others to pick a fabric they would like to have included and let them sew it on.
Consider blogging as a hobby. These days, a lot of people are blogging for various reasons. Certain folks use blogs to boost business, but others use them to keep a journal. This tool can help you relax after a hard day. You might even get followers. This could lead to forming new friendships. As an added bonus, with rudimentary SEO skills, you could possibly earn extra cash.
When your hobby is stale, choose a new one. There are times when a bit of variety can be good. If you find you've reached a plateau or aren't as excited about your hobby as you used to be, consider stopping it for a while and trying something new. That might just be what the doctor ordered.
A hobby is something that's great if you wish to relax and pass some time. Search the Internet for some ideas on different hobbies if you are struggling to find a good hobby for you. If you talk with other people who have been doing it, it will help you decide.
Learn tips for decorating cakes. Cake decorating allows you to design beautiful cakes for your friends and families. There are classes available at local colleges, or you can buy a video and learn to do it on your own.
Baking is something everyone in your family will enjoy. There are a lot of different foods to bake, from cupcakes to casseroles. You can bake for your own meals and include healthier ingredients than found in store-bought items.
Parents often teach hobbies to their kids, which is a terrific way to bond. Look for fun ways to involve your child in whatever you do to help them appreciate the hobbies. A lot of hobbies are good for every age, so look for hobbies where you can include your kids.
Change your hobbies from time to time. Sometimes, your life needs something new and exciting, and hobbies are no different. Trying something new never hurts! This could be what the doctor ordered.
You can play an instrument all by yourself if you like. Obviously, you will practice alone, but you can also share your music with the world on your own. Flaunt your talent by giving a solo concert.
Take a trip to the library to find new ideas for hobbies. You may find several books there about different hobbies and/or they may have classes available. Best of all, it's typically free, so this is a really smart resource to use.
Visit your library to find information about a new hobby. The library has books about a lot of different pastimes, and some communities also offer classes at the library that you might find useful in building your own hobby. All don't cost you anything, which makes this a great place to get new hobbies.
Remember to engage in your hobbies. You may find that work gets in the way of a bike trip, or you need to go to the dentist instead of going to a book club meeting. Just remember that being committed to something is key when it comes to your hobbies. Be sure to enjoy your hobby on a regular basis.
Be careful about spending too much money on your hobbies. Spending too much on a hobby can be easy. Therefore, make sure you establish a budget for your hobby, and avoid going over this budget. When you respect the money you need for living expenses, you can go ahead and enjoy your hobby.
Is music a love of yours? If so, maybe you should take music lessons and learn to play an instrument, whether you choose the piano, violin, guitar or whatever your favorite instrument is. In doing this, you can enjoy playing alongside songs that come on the radio. You can even meet others and start a band of your own. Who knows, maybe you'll turn into a celebrity musician!
You may already be aware that there are many hobbies available; the trick is in finding the one you will enjoy most. Keep an open mind and look into a variety of different hobbies.
At times, a hobby is something which can help the neighborhood or the world. If you're benevolent, try using free time spent in hobbies geared towards helping others. This can be teaching children, starting a garden for the neighborhood that's organic, or you can knit some sweaters for people in need.


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"Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst."
-John 6:35
"Do you like glasses?"
I had gotten up late this morning, and instead of showering I made breakfast for the kids, stuffed my nightgown into yoga pants, put a hat over my crazy bedhead, threw on my winter coat and walked them down to the bus stop bespectacled instead of wearing my usual contacts.
I was unprepared for the vulnerable question from the young girl sporting new, black, thick rimmed glasses with leopard print on the side.
I flashed back to my own beginnings with vision problems: moving up to the front of the classroom in second grade, then my nose inches from the chalkboard in order to see the math problem of the day. Huge, pink glasses with very thick frames followed and have been my companion in ever changing styles ever since. My eye doctor at my annual check up always gasps and says, "My dear, your eyes are horrible! Bring your kids in when they turn four!"
Such is the blessing of genetic nearsightedness.
I knew that the girl wasn't really asking if I literally liked glasses. She was asking, "Am I going to be ok? Am I going to be too different from the kids in my class? Will I adjust to this?"
Am I enough?
The human experience. We all have a void, a hole in our heart asking that question. We seek to fill it with perfectionism, performance, conformity...you name it. If we aren't perfect, if we don't feel whole, then where can we turn?
In my own struggle with this question I printed off Scripture verses to cut out and frame for the windowsill over my sink later this morning. John 6:35 beckoned, and made it's way into the frame.
"Whoever comes to me shall not hunger, shall never thirst."
In my own fragmented state, my search for meaning, my search for enough, I let these words wash over my soul.
I also thanked God for helping me see the vulnerability in the girl with glasses at the bus stop. I thanked Him for filling me enough with compassionate words to speak to her.
"Yes," I had replied. "I do like glasses. I've been wearing them for a long time. I really like yours. The leopard print on the side is really cute."
"Thanks," she said as the bus pulled up.
Am I enough? That question had been temporarily answered for myself and for the girl with glasses. But what if we need to know the "yes" of that question again, at our deepest heart level?
"I, the LORD, am your God, Who brought you up from the land of Egypt; Open your mouth wide and I will fill it."
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Precedence and Order of Evaluation in C
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Table below summarizes the rules for precedence and associativity of all operators, including those that we have not yet discussed. Operators on the same line have the same precedence; rows are in order of decreasing precedence, so, for example, *, /, and % all have the same precedence, which is higher than that of binary + and -. The ``operator'' () refers to function call. The operators -> and . are used to access members of structures;
Note that the precedence of the bitwise operators &, ^, and | falls below == and !=. This implies that bit-testing expressions like
if ((x & MASK) == 0) ...must be fully parenthesized to give proper results.
|() [] -> .
|left to right
|! ~ ++ -- + - * (type) sizeof
|right to left
|* / %
|left to right
|+ -
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|<< >>
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|< <= > >=
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|== !=
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|left to right
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|= += -= *= /= %= &= ^= |= <<= >>=
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Unary & +, -, and * have higher precedence than the binary forms.
Table: Precedence and Associativity of Operators
Note that the precedence of the bitwise operators &, ^, and | falls below == and !=. This implies that bit-testing expressions like
if ((x & MASK) == 0) ...must be fully parenthesized to give proper results.
C, like most languages, does not specify the order in which the operands of an operator are evaluated. (The exceptions are &&, ||, ?:, and `,'.) For example, in a statement like
x = f() + g();f may be evaluated before g or vice versa; thus if either f or g alters a variable on which the other depends, x can depend on the order of evaluation. Intermediate results can be stored in temporary variables to ensure a particular sequence.
Similarly, the order in which function arguments are evaluated is not specified, so the statement
printf("%d %d\n", ++n, power(2, n)); /* WRONG */can produce different results with different compilers, depending on whether n is incremented before power is called. The solution, of course, is to write
++n; printf("%d %d\n", n, power(2, n));Function calls, nested assignment statements, and increment and decrement operators cause ``side effects'' - some variable is changed as a by-product of the evaluation of an expression. In any expression involving side effects, there can be subtle dependencies on the order in which variables taking part in the expression are updated. One unhappy situation is typified by the statement
a[i] = i++;The question is whether the subscript is the old value of i or the new. Compilers can interpret this in different ways, and generate different answers depending on their interpretation. The standard intentionally leaves most such matters unspecified. When side effects (assignment to variables) take place within an expression is left to the discretion of the compiler, since the best order depends strongly on machine architecture. (The standard does specify that all side effects on arguments take effect before a function is called, but that would not help in the call to printf above.)
The moral is that writing code that depends on order of evaluation is a bad programming practice in any language. Naturally, it is necessary to know what things to avoid, but if you don't know how they are done on various machines, you won't be tempted to take advantage of a particular implementation.
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The Maryland State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped is an intentionally provocative architectural statement that calls attention to the needs of the disabled with all the decorum of Ted Danson in blackface.
With a prominently lidded north window that has prompted pundits to dub it the Seeing Eye Building, and a heavy entrance canopy that exudes the warmth of a prosthetic device, this $8.6 million public library comes perilously close to making fun of the very patrons it was built to serve.
Urban structures designed with such a brash, in-your-face spirit usually don't sit comfortably with their neighbors -- and this one is no exception. Perched at the southeast corner of Park Avenue and Franklin Street, it looks more like a Los Angeles disco than a fitting companion to the Enoch Pratt Free Library.


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OK so Donald Trump and the Republicans having failed with his first attempt at an ill-thought out Muslim ban has now issued a second one which doesn't include Iraq.
The problem is that anyone and I do mean anyone who concludes that the executive order is consistent with the USA's best values, or those of a liberal democracy more generally, is unlikely to modify their views on the basis of an indignant blog.
The order speaks plainly, and leaves those who read it to make a plain judgement.
Which is that the USA has lurched from being a liberal democracy to a alt-right wing racist state.
It's a shame that the USA having for decade held and presented itself as the world's strongest voice for freedom of conscience and human dignity has now under the direction of Donald Trump violently departed from those principles.
Fighting extremism with illiberalism has dangerous consequences.
Iraqis and other Muslim Countries now tarred as enemies of the USA will now see Iran as a more natural ally.
Syrian Christians, to pick but one vulnerable group, will now be more natural targets of anti-American sentiment.
In fact Donald Trump has handed ISIS a propaganda victory.
'Mini-me' Trumps across world will take a lead and comfort from the USA's profound and newfound indifference to basic fairness and human rights.
No leader outside of the administration can justify responding with silence and certainly no leader of a democratic country can support or condone his policies.
Talk of President Trump making a state visit to U.K. should be off the table while the order remains in place.
In fact talk of a visit by Donald Trump to any Western Democracy should be off the table while his racist policies are in place.
Chief Executives of organisations who have been compliant as the president has bullied them about their global operations, should speak up.
Perhaps most importantly in the USA itself , the world waits to see how much the Republican Congress is prepared to take before it puts long held USA principles ahead of party.


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Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
CAS is a motor speech disorder, whereby children have problems saying sounds, syllables, and words. The child knows what he or she wants to say, but his/her brain has difficulty coordinating the muscle movements in the lips, jaw and tongue, necessary to say those words.
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder which affects children as well as adults. The muscles of the mouth, face, and respiratory system may become weak, move slowly, or not move at all after a stroke or other brain injury. The type and severity depend on which area of the nervous system is affected. Some causes include stroke, head injury, cerebral palsy, and muscular dystrophy.
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMD)
With OMD, the tongue moves forward in an exaggerated way during speech and/or swallowing. The tongue may lie too far forward during rest or may protrude between the upper and lower teeth during speech and swallowing, and at rest.
Speech Sound Disorders (Articulation and Phonological Processes)
Most children make some mistakes as they learn to say new words. A speech sound disorder occurs when mistakes continue past a certain age. Every sound has a different range of ages when the child should make the sound correctly. Speech sound disorders include problems with articulation (making sounds) and phonological processes (sound patterns).
Stuttering affects the fluency of speech. It begins during childhood and, in some cases, lasts throughout life. The disorder is characterized by disruptions in the production of speech sounds, also called "disfluencies." Most people produce brief disfluencies from time to time. For instance, some words are repeated and others are preceded by "um" or "uh." Disfluencies are not necessarily a problem; however, they can impede communication when a person produces too many of them.
In most cases, stuttering has an impact on at least some daily activities. The specific activities that a person finds challenging to perform vary across individuals. For some people, communication difficulties only happen during specific activities, for example, talking on the telephone or talking before large groups. For most others, however, communication difficulties occur across a number of activities at home, school, or work. Some people may limit their participation in certain activities. Such "participation restrictions" often occur because the person is concerned about how others might react to disfluent speech. Other people may try to hide their disfluent speech from others by rearranging the words in their sentence (circumlocution), pretending to forget what they wanted to say, or declining to speak. Other people may find that they are excluded from participating in certain activities because of stuttering. Clearly, the impact of stuttering on daily life can be affected by how the person and others react to the disorder.
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Poor quality of voice, including hoarseness, nasality, volume (too loud or soft) may impede normal speech and language development.
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You can get your taxes done for free by volunteers trained by the Internal Revenue Service and get your refund back in five to seven days.
�People can get their taxes done for free and get their money in seven days,� said Nona Jones, chairman of the Dollars & $ense Campaign, formerly the Heart of Florida Prosperity Campaign.
A campaign kickoff featuring remarks by Gainesville Mayor Pegeen Hanrahan and other city officials, as well as tax information and refreshments will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the City Hall Auditorium at 200 E. University Ave.
To get free tax preparation, Woods said taxpayers can make an appointment by calling 211, the United Way�s social service hotline, or they can simply show up at one of the tax preparation sites. The sites are:
Santa Fe Community College Blount Center, 41 NE 6th St., 6-9 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, beginning Monday through April 10. This location will be closed March 10-15 for Spring Break.
The Department for Children & Families, 1000 NE 16th Ave. Building J., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, beginning Thursday through April 14.
PASSAGE Family Church, 2020 NE 15th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, beginning Thursday through April 12.
Levin School of Law Library at the University of Florida, 2500 SW 2nd Ave., 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 12-April 10. (Closed for Spring Break, March 10-17)
Taxpayers should bring all pertinent information, such as W-2 forms, Social Security cards for themselves and their children, and any other documents showing money received and taxes paid.
By taking advantage of free tax preparation, Woods said people can save $200-$300 they may otherwise have to pay to have their taxes done. She said last year, people didn�t get all of the tax benefits they were entitled to receive, such as the $30 telephone credit that was available to anyone who paid for telephone service, even if they didn�t file taxes. She said people who didn�t get the telephone credit last year can file for it this year.
Jones, chairman of Dollars & $ense cautioned that companies that front people money on their taxes are actually giving them a loan and charging them 100-200 percent interest.
�They are basically paying for their refund,� said Jones. �It�s a predatory (scheme) targeting the low-income community.�
�We�re also are offering free financial counseling,� said Woods, �and we are giving them pointers in things like budgeting so that they can make their money grow.�
�We offer a series of courses,� said Dr. Karen Cole-Smith, director for Santa Fe Community College Outreach and the East Gainesville Initiative. �If they want us to provide a program, they have to let us know in advance, but we have to have 8-10 people willing to learn.�
To schedule financial empowerment classes, call Cole-Smith at (352) 381-3840.
The Dollars & $ense Campaign is a community-based coalition led by the East Gainesville Development Corporation in partnership with Wachovia Bank, SFCC Eastside Initiative, the UF Levin College of Law, the United Way of North Central Florida, the city of Gainesville, the Department of Children and Families District 3, the IRS and the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Now in its fourth year, Jones said the campaign has returned nearly $ 2 million in income taxes to the community, with the Earned Income Tax Credit accounting for more than $500,000.
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To find the half-angle formula or t formula as commonly known, we set t = . Afterwards, we use the double angle formula and the trig ratios to obtain the following results for the half angle formula.
Drawing the triangle to reflect trig ratios,
By comparing the trigonometry ratios, we get the following results.
a) Prove that and deduce a similar expression for sec x – tan x .Hence find in surd form the value of and .
Let . Remember to always place this before we start solving the problem. Otherwise, we are unable to use the half-angle formula.
Substitute the trigonometry functions with t values.
sec x + tan x =
Then , we do some cancellation as is equal to (1+t)(1-t) .
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Working backwards, we are able to prove the trigonometry identity. This requires you to be familiar with the addition formula.
To obtain , we have to find out the value of x.
With the value of x and the result that we have obtained earlier, we can find the surd form for tan .
Negative angle is at play here. – tan x = tan (- x)
We have to adjust it to the form tan
x =
Then we place it into our earlier derived result.
We can also use the half angle formula to solve equations of the form where a,b,c are constant. However, this method should only be used when it is stated. Otherwise, R Formula would be a better option.
Use the half angle formula to solve for values of between 0 and
= 1.966,8.249 (not applicable since it falls outside the range)
Yet = is also a solution. This implies that some solutions are missing. Hence when t-formula is used, we have to check whether are solutions.We can do this by substituting into the equation.
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Milled a large Green Ash, Fraxinus pennsylvanica, log last week, which was recovered near Fall River, Kansas a little over a year ago.
Five 2.5″ slabs and two 1.25″.
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"Do we still need feminism?"
At first I thought that maybe this young woman didn't know what feminism was. But she went on to say that even though she had always described herself as a feminist, she felt that maybe it was time to focus on equality, for both sexes, instead of creating a divide between men and women. And while I think feminism is far from obsolete, I also get her point, I do.
Yes, I understand why this 20-something Finnish woman would make this point. She is privileged in many ways, as am I. But I'm not talking about economic or social status here. And I'm not feeling even a little bit guilty for my apparent privilege.
But, back to the student... When she was born, her mother (who is probably my age) had a long maternity leave, with (slightly reduced) pay. Most likely her father also took some time off to take care of her. Her parents had access to affordable full-time day care and could give her quality education completely free of charge. Nobody ever told her she couldn't do something because she was a girl (after all, when she was a child, the president was a woman), and nobody would even dream of questioning her reproductive rights.
But, both I and this young woman live in a Nordic welfare state. This makes both of us not only very privileged but also a bit naive, maybe even a bit smug, when it comes to understanding some of the issues and struggles that many western women still face today. Yet, many of the things I and my students take for granted are either under threat or a long way off in countries where (mostly male) politicians see women's bodies (and lives) as something subject to state control. And this means that neither I nor my students can afford to be complacent about feminism. If for no other reason than that we don't want the fringe elements of our right-wing populist movements to copy these attitudes to women and women's bodies...
I want to feel empowered
What was conspicuously lacking was empowering success stories of high-achieving women sticking it to patriarchy. Of course, there were plenty of those stories in the media, but all those very accomplished women were always almost neurotically repeating the same mantra: "I'm not a feminist, but..." In my opinion, they were either deluded or downright ungrateful for all the hard work previous generations of feminists had done to make their success possible.
For the record: I have never used the "I'm not a feminist, but...' phrase in my life, but I've called myself a feminist on many occasions.
Anyway, I remember feeling so let down by academic feminism because I felt it tried to convince me to join one of the many cliques in commiserating the myriad ways women were objectified and marginalised. It didn't seem in the least bit interested in finding ways to break the glass ceiling, or changing laws and rules to accommodate women's needs. But the worst thing was it was dragging me down: making me feel miserable for being doomed as the perpetual 'other', or angry at being constantly guilt-tripped for not being oppressed enough or oppressed in the right way. I thought it was completely reasonable to expect that a movement for women should make women feel empowered, and provide kick-ass feminist role models for young women to emulate. Otherwise I could have just kept watching Xena Warrior Princess...
Cliques kill feminismSo, I was reminded of all that when I was watching in awe the Women's Marches around the world. Isn't this what feminism should be? Women (and men) from all walks of life coming together, united for a common cause, and empowering people to demand change. Yes! Tangible political goals, a clearly defined enemy, and women (and men) walking together, putting aside their social, economic, ethnic etc differences...
Until various cliques start bickering about who's the most oppressed and who owes the others some sympathy. And because nobody likes being guilt-tripped, some women feel rejected and think they don't fit the narrow idea of what a 'real feminist' should be like. And before we know it, it's various feminist groups battling each other instead of the common enemy.
Focus on racial, ethnic and socio-economic divides has turned feminism into a fragmented battlefield of identity politics instead of a global movement for all women everywhere. And that is not a good thing. It makes feminism useless as a political movement, and makes very capable activists waste their time and energy fighting other women instead of the system that oppresses them all.
But isn't it important for 'white women' to understand the challenges of women of other ethnic groups?
I'm a 'white woman'. That does not mean that I could somehow automatically relate to the problems of, let's say, American 'white women'. Or British, or German, or... From my point of view, they live in a different world, subject to behavioural norms and cultural conditioning that are different from mine. Hell, they even speak a different language!
Sure, we can ask if a Nordic woman can ever understand the challenges that for example a (insert your choice of an ethnic/cultural group here) woman faces. What I would like to ask is why should I understand her culture. It may not be a very politically correct thing to say, but to be completely honest, I don't give a shit what the particular problems of (insert your choice of an ethnic/cultural group here) women are. Besides, understanding is always a two-way street, so we could just as well ask shouldn't a (insert your choice of an ethnic/cultural group here) woman try to see the world from my point of view. Except that I don't really care whether she does or not because that's beside the point.
What I do care about is that all women (irrespective of their ethnic origin or socio-economic background) everywhere can trust that their human rights are respected, that they are not seen as inferior to men, and that they have full control over their own bodies and their lives.
It doesn't mean we should pretend there are no differences between various groups of women. It just means that instead of this competitive cult of 'victimhood' we should focus on what we all want. And instead of guilt-tripping women we see as 'more privileged' we should see them as allies, and focus on how we can work together to get what we want. We don't have to consider our allies as friends; we don't even have to like them. But we need them, if we want feminism to be an effective political movement.
And that's the challenge feminism faces today, in my opinion: focusing on goals rather than differences. Less talk, more action, that sort of thing. It's only then that women can work together to fix political systems that see women's lives and bodies subject to state regulation.


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On Sunday, hundreds are believed to have drowned after their boat sank off the coast of Libya.
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EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini said ahead of the foreign ministers meeting there was "no easy solution, no magic solution".
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Human smugglers are taking advantage of the political crisis in Libya to use it as a launching point for boats carrying migrants who are fleeing violence or economic hardship in Africa and the Middle East.
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Cities are full of food deserts, with little public land to use for farming. Additionally, farmland that is overfarmed outside of the city creates soil that becomes void of nutrients and eventually produces less food. Vertical farming may be able to help solve these challenges, accessing new technology for growing and sustaining farmed food indoors in a controlled climate structure.
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No. 212 Rome Street, in Newark, New Jersey, used to be the address of Grammer, Dempsey & Hudson, a steel-supply company. It was like a lumberyard for steel, which it bought in bulk from distant mills and distributed in smaller amounts, mostly to customers within a hundred-mile radius of Newark. It sold off its assets in 2008 and later shut down. In 2015, a new indoor-agriculture company called AeroFarms leased the property. It had the rusting corrugated-steel exterior torn down and a new building erected on the old frame. Then it filled nearly seventy thousand square feet of floor space with what is called a vertical farm. The building's ceiling allowed for grow tables to be stacked twelve layers tall, to a height of thirty-six feet, in rows eighty feet long. The vertical farm grows kale, bok choi, watercress, arugula, red-leaf lettuce, mizuna, and other baby salad greens.
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Hailing from the independent music mecca of the Western World, Kevin McClure uses his Omaha, Nebraska roots to his advantage in his genuine and honest songwriting. Known for his deep lyricism about faith, love, and the world around him, Kevin has grown into a creator of beautiful songs that reach deep into others hearts with a musical creativity that inspires others and gives words to heavy and difficult feelings. As a singer-songwriter and as a frontman (Unscene Patrol), his strength is in creating lyrics that people can feel, especially when sung, and even moreso when seen performed live. Pulling inspiration from honest songwriters like Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes), Jon Foreman (Switchfoot, Jon Foreman), Chris Martin (Coldplay), and brilliant songcrafters like Max Martin (Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, Katy Perry) Kevin has created for himself a style that has depth, creativity, catchiness, and beauty all at once. Listen to his music both in his solo endeavors (www.KevinMcClureMusic.com) and in his full band outfit (www.UnscenePatrol.com) to get a full view of his songwriting, crafting, and skill as a musician, artist, and creator.
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Low-Sugar and Gluten-Free Cranberry Apple Crumble
It's the time of year when sweet treats are everywhere you look, and trying to avoid them sometimes feels like a hopeless cause. I'm guessing that everyone who's normally a carb-conscious eater indulges in sweets a bit more during the holidays. (Please tell me I'm not the only one!)
If you want to skip the photos below and watch a video instead, here is a video of how to make this recipe. See more recipe videos on My You Tube Channel.
(Makes about 8 servings, inspired by Low Sugar Pumpkin Apple Crumble which was inspired by Pumpkin and Apple Crumble at Nami Nami.)
8 large or 10 medium sized apples (any type of cooking apple will work; I like a mix of red and green apples)
2 tsp. coconut oil, butter, or trans-fat free margarine
1/3 cup Stevia-in-the-Raw Granulated Sweetener, Splenda, or other sweetener of your choice
(I like to add 1 tablespoon brown sugar for best flavor with Stevia, optional)
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. apple pie spice (optional)
1/4 C dried cranberries
Crumble Topping Ingredients:
1 C oatmeal, ground in food processor or bowl attachment of immersion blender (use regular or quick cooking rolled oats, but not instant or extra thick oats)
1/3 C almond meal (I use Bob's Red Mill almond meal for this recipe, but almond flour or ground almonds will also work.)
1/3 C Stevia-in-the-Raw Granulated Sweetener, Splenda, or sweetener of your choice
(I like to add 1 tablespoon brown sugar for best flavor with Stevia, optional)
3 T melted coconut oil, butter, or trans-fat free margarine
Pour cooked apple mixture into the bottom of a 9 X 13 inch crockery or glass casserole dish. (If you only have a metal pan, I would spray it very well with non-stick spray.) Sprinkle the crumble mixture over the top of apples in an even layer. Bake 30 minutes, or until the mixture is slightly bubbling and lightly browned on top. Serve hot. (If you're not dieting this would be great with whipped cream or ice cream on top.)
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Inquiry Circle
...and The Work of Byron Katie
"A mind unquestioned is the world of suffering."
Byron Katie
The Work of Byron Katie is a process that clears the mind. It is one of the most powerful methods ever devised to end human suffering. It is simple, radical and life changing, and it can lead to a life of freedom and joy that most of us can't even imagine yet. Everyone can do The Work. It requires no religious, no spiritual or intellectual preparation, no belief and no psychological acuteness – just a desire to re-know the simple truth about yourself. The Work consists of putting any stressful thought that you have against the following four questions and turnaround:
- Is it true?
- Can you absolutely know that it's true?
- How do you react when you think that thought?
- Who would you be without the thought?
Turn the thought around.
Inquiry Circle is an excellent way to experience the power of The Work in a group setting. Inquiry Circle is done on stressful universal beliefs. It is often done in a "round-robin" format so that each person has a chance to be both the facilitator and the client. As two people are working, the other members of the Circle "witness" and work internally on the same belief.
Examples of common underlying beliefs:
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Dr. Jose Ardaiz, a cardiologist and internist, died Friday at Franklin Square Hospital of what appeared to be a heart attack while undergoing surgery. He was 65.
Dr. Ardaiz, a native of Spain, received an undergraduate degree from the University of Zaragoza. He received a degree in medicine and surgery from the University of Madrid in 1958.
He came to the United States in 1959 after receiving a fellowship from the University of Indiana and then Sinai Hospital in Baltimore.


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Recorded at Bennett Studios in Englewood, NJ, following a sold out engagement in New York City at the famed Blue Note Jazz Club, this album includes Ferguson's last recordings along with marquis alumni from decades of jazz music they shared together.
Ferguson, affectionately known as "The Boss,"worked with hundreds of musicians worldwide throughout his more than six decades in the business. He often enlisted the musical and composition talents of notable and famous alumni including Wayne Bergeron, Denis DiBlasio, Chip McNeill, and Steve Wiest as well as many of his Big Bop Nouveau Band members.
These talented individuals are just a handful of featured musicians on The One and Only Maynard Ferguson CD. This recording contains nine tracks — five are new takes on old favorites including "The Days of Wine and Roses" and "Besame Mucho," where fans will enjoy a dueling trumpet duet between Ferguson and Wayne Bergeron. Other tunes include three original compositions by Denis DiBlasio, and an all new composition by pianist and Ferguson's son-in-law, Christian Jacob titled "Lost Horizons" featuring the beautiful flugelhorn played by Ferguson.
Ferguson passed away just three weeks after The One and Only Maynard Ferguson was recorded, at the age 78. What was intended to be just one of many albums recorded, this particular one has evolved into Ferguson's legacy piece. The One and Only Maynard Ferguson is sure to secure Ferguson's deserved standing as a legend in the history of American Jazz.


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