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This week, I'll discuss some precautions one should take when highlighting natural hair at home. If you choose to have the process done professionally, be sure that your colorist knows how to color natural hair and not just hair in general. I had a friend walk into an Aveda salon and walk out with beautiful color but loosened texture and dry hair. Don't let that be you.
PRECAUTIONS when highlighting at home:
1. Use a commercial kit. Commercial highlighting kits are designed to yield minimal mistakes. I have used (in the past) and recommend African Pride HiLites. L'Oreal Colour Rays (used this time) is also good but TOO strong for relaxed tresses. Though a few people have had success with hydrogen perioxide as a highlighting technique, I do NOT recommend it (from my own past experience); by the time it lifts the color to a desirable shade, damage is done to the strands.
2. FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS provided in the kit. This is the number one precaution one must take above all others. Many highlight jobs go wrong when instructions are not followed properly. I've had the experience of my whole hair break off when I left a dye on for 5 minutes longer than stated in the directions.
3. Pre-treat with coconut oil for 20 minutes before highlighting. I don't know whether this method is effective against chemical damage or merely psychological, but I felt better knowing that my hair was strengthened going into the dye job. The oil did not interfere with the intensity of the color in my experience.
4. Don't leave the dye on your head longer than instructed. Actually, it is ideal to leave it on for less time. If the kit says 25 minutes, leave it on for 20 minutes. If you want optimal color, leave it on for the full 25 minutes but no longer than that.
5. Rinse and wash your hair and scalp thoroughly after the process.
6. After using the conditioner/conditioning shampoo from the kit, follow up with your usual deep conditioner. This step will ensure that moisture and strength is restored to your strands. In my recent highlighting experience, I immediately followed up with a 20-minute deep treatment using Lekair Cholesterol mixed with olive oil.
7. Wait about 4-6 months to highlight after a henna treatment. (See this link.) After highlighting, wait another 4-6 months before hennaing again. Some individuals may highlight/henna sooner, but this precaution is just to be on the safe side.
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I'm currently using Nuva Ring, & I've had good results. It has helped regulate my cycle & also have lighter cycles.
What are your thoughts on the Nuva Ring?
Choosing what type of birth control to use can be an overwhelming task. If you have ever tried the Nuva Ring, what has your experience been like? What should other moms know who are considering trying the Nuva Ring?
TAKE IT OUT. I am a healthy 29 year old and had a blood clot in my brain (stroke) and a seizure from it. No clotting disorder, no other health issues. Drs said it was most likely the nuva ring. Seriously don't take it.
I was on Nuva Ring for 6 months after my first child. It was weird. I didn't have side-effects with it and I never got pregnant on it, but the whole idea was just awkward. Nevertheless I did it and it worked out pretty well. However, there were some issues. Like it wouldn't stay in. I'm pretty petite and have been told by several gynos that I'm rather "small" down there so it barely fit in the first place and it kept popping out. Also, my husband finally started to complain about it saying he could "feel" it and that it "chaffed". So I had to switch. I wasn't really on it long enough to notice any changes in my period or mood, and if not for a few "size" issues I probably would have stayed on it. :/
Nuvaring (ethinyl estradiol and etonogestrel) is a vaginal ring used as contraception to prevent pregnancy.
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NuvaRing has been always beneficial to those women's who has faced tremendous problem when they are on birth control pill. In some women's who doesn't tolerate the dose of oral contraceptive may be due to hormonal imbalance or menopause. NuvaRing has given added advantage over oral birth control pill. As NuvaRing reduces the side effect cause is oral contraceptive.
I preferred depo to nuva ring I was on depo for almost 9 years before I was told I couldn't use it anymore. Then I was out on nuva ring it was ok for the first 6 months but awkward to use. Then after 6 months I bled continuously for a month and a half so I quit using it. I bled for two weeks after I quit using it then went on a pill. That was the only side effect I had with it
NUVA RING was horrible for me was on it and got into a state of deep deep depression and anxiety. Read the reviews of it related to depression. The hormones in it are not good.
I've been on the Nuvaring for about 2.5 months. For the first month I was very irritable and had a lower sex drive. I was also slightly queasy throughout the first month. The Nuva Ring website says that the ring can't get lost inside of you, but it can go up really far. A couple days after first trying the Nuvaring, I thought it had fallen out because I couldn't find it. I ended up inserting a second one and spent the following two days extremely exhausted and moody. Later in the first month, the ring slipped out without me realizing it, and then when I realized the ring was gone and put in new one, after a few weeks I started getting the same symptoms as if I were pregnant; bloating, spotting, even sensitive smell. This scared me; although after doing my research I realized that symptoms of using Nuva Ring and being pregnant can overlap, and then I had my period, what if I had become pregnant and didn't realize it for months? I'm still going to keep using Nuvaring, though, because it's becoming more convenient (I'm not always worrying if it's slipped out), my husband doesn't feel it during intercourse, and most of all my symptoms have finally disappeared.
I was very unhappy with Nuva Ring. It came out almost every time I had sex; luckily myself or my partner noticed it in the sheets. I also had some sort of allergic reaction to it, as it cause me a lot of irritation and pain while using it. I don't think it is a practical method for someone who is sexually active.
I used NuvaRing for 3 1/2 years and liked it. It wasn't hard to remember to put it in and take it out - much easier than remembering to take a pill. My husband never complained about it either. However, I do think it caused mild migraines. I started getting them about a year after I started using NuvaRing and they went away a year after I stopped using it. I can't speak to its effectiveness, though, since we later found out that my husband is sterile. At least I don't have to spend any more money on birth control!
I hated the Nuva Ring; I had it for two cycles. The bacteria growth developed from the Nuva Ring made my vagina smell like something died... worst smell ever. I got rid of it because you can't run from yourself!
I loved the Nuva Ring! It was easy, and comfortable, and even though my husband said he could feel it, he said it just felt like a smooth ridge. The only reason I stopped it was because my health insurance changed, and my co-pay for it shot up to $50 a month. Whoa! So after I had my first child, I switched to the Mirena IUD. Love it!!! Sweet Freedom!!!
Oral BC made me queasy and I was tired of the everyday routine so I tried the ring. It was a bit awkward putting it in, but nothing seriously difficult.
A few hours after having sex, my boyfriend slid his hand across the bed sheet and found the ring. White sheets + clear ring = invisible. Neither of us had even realized it had come out! Can you imagine if we hadn't found it for days? I certainly felt it go in so I don't know how we didn't feel it come out - but yikes! Also, whereas the pill made me queasy, the ring made me out right violently ill. One night the nausea was bad enough to wake me up and have to RUN for the toilet. I took it out for good (after I was done throwing up :(
After weaning my 2nd, my cycle was completely out of whack - the never ending constant period. I went through 3 or 4 different pills over 20 months w/o results. As a last ditch effort, my OB/GYN put me on the Nuva Ring. By my 2nd month I was back to a normal cycle. Then I was lighter & lighter.... and that was 3 yrs ago. I really love it - the convenience... the barely there period - no more cramps or monthly breakouts. I do have to mark it on my calendar or I forget. Interesting on the sex drive comment - I'm going to search for more feedback on that.
When I was on it for a few months, it got to the point where I didn't really have periods... which sounded fine to me until I went off of it, wanting to get pregnant with my husband. Then, I nearly had a never-ending period. My doc had to put me on the pill to straighten out what the ring screwed up. Years later, I wondered more what exactly modern chemical birth control methods were actually doing. While on the pill, ring, or other similar chemical method of birth control, your risks of ectopic pregnancy are actually significantly higher than when the first pills came out (only the original pills actually worked like they tell you). This means that you are still releasing eggs that can become embryos. The chemical birth control methods are pretty effective at preventing implantation of embryonic humans, though. When I found that out, I was sick and immediately had to stop using the chemicals. I'm actually much more balanced now, using natural methods of eliminating PMS, and with barrier methods and better knowledge, I haven't been surprised by a pregnancy that I wasn't hoping for.
I was on the ring for over a year.
I got pregnant with my daughter while using NuvaRing as directed. I wouldn't recommend it.
I loved Nuvaring, it's easy to insert and convenient not having to remember to take a pill. Plus when we decided we wanted to for our first child I got pregnant during my first ring free cycle
I think it works well. Keeps periods lighter, regular, and it even helped me with my adult acne that is caused by my hormone levels. But you do have to set up a reminder to remove and insert again. I love the convience of not having to take a pill everyday!
i liked it but it made me feel like i was hungry and sleepy all the time. I never wanted sex.
I have been using nuvaring for only 2 months. I had terrible constipation the whole time. Now I feel better and less emotional too
I was on the nuva ring as a last result from my doctor. At the time it was the only thing that could regulate my cycle. At first the hormones in it made me very emotional and my husband and I came close to splitting up because of it. After being on it for three months I finally leveled out. My periods were barely there and once I had reached the leveled out phase nothing really seemed to bother me or even get me angry at all. The main complaint that I do have with the nuva ring is that it kills the sex drive and it made sex less enjoyable for me. It wasn't because of how it was inserted or anything it just seemed to have a numbing effect all over. Each person is different though.
I would also like to say that while most people do use birth control to prevent pregnancy there are others that use it to get pregnant as well. I have a disease that if I want to get pregnant I HAVE to take birth control just to make sure that my ovaries ovulate like they should. This is not something that they tell you when prescribing birth control, so if you are on it and thinking that you are 100% safe from pregnancy because of it think again. You CAN get pregnant on birth control, it does not matter what kind you take.
I began using Nuvaring after I had a miscarriage. My husband and I decided we didn't want anymore children at that time but I didn't want to tie my tubes. At first it worked great. Then I found out I was pregnant with my son. So in my opinion becareful if you don't want kids right now.
i have been on it since after the birth of my daughter. she is now 8. i love it! it
keeps my periods regular.
I have been using it to assist with heavy cycles. I do not need it for birth control, because I have had a Tubal. The only bad side effect is irritation to the private area, but that I can live with. Have to say that I love it!
I used this for a few months after I had my third child. My cycles were still very irregular, so I switched back to the pill I had been on for years. I had no problems with it and I did not think it was difficult to keep track of my schedule (when to insert and remove).
I've been using it for 5 months now. Pro's: Regulated my very irregular cycle, eliminated the migrane headaches that used to last for days, reduced bleeding to almost nothing (before I used to fill a super plus in 10 minutes), and my husband didn't even know until I told him Con's: Weight gain - I've gained about 5-7 lbs and feel every bit of it.
I'm going to contact my doctor about a lower dose so maybe that will help the weight gain.
My tip: When you put your nuva in, enter in your calendar the day you have to take it out and the day you have to put a new one in at the same time. It will be the only way you remember you have it!
It has the potential to cause an abortion. That is, if it doesn't stop you from ovulating and you end up with a fertilized egg, it will prevent the egg from implanting.
True, but then most birth control options do that. It's a back up, just in case you do make it to fertilization. So I would be careful with any kind of birth control if that's something you are concerned with.
Everyone is different. Nuvaring is actually one of the lowest dose birth control's out there. You have to be using it for 1-2 months before it's 100% effective just like the regular oral birth control pills. For myself, I agree sometimes it'd come out during intercourse, or you'd feel it moving...lol... it didn't personally get rid of my migraines, but I loved the fact that I didn't need to remember to take it...I needed to remember to take it out!
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Carly is a superhero. Not only does she run her own freelance copywriting business, she's been running Writing from the Tub since 2010. Carly's review are short and punchy and she reads all across the board. She's also super funny. We love her.
Viv, who has run Serendipity Reviews since way back in 2009, is a blogging superstar. She's the queen of wonderful features, is no stranger to putting on a blogger-run blog tour for something she feels strongly about and it just a bit lovely really.
And a few that aren't strictly book blogs, but are written by book bloggers or ex-bloggers and are just wonderful.
Caitlin had a book blog a few years AGO, but stopped blogging when she moved to London. Now she's back home and blogging on Chronically Caitlin with her experiences with Joint Hypermobility Syndrome and all matter of other lifestyle bits and pieces. These posts are really brilliant.
Run and owned by book blogger Jess of Jess Hearts Books, Safe Space is a wonderful blog celebrating all things about being a girl with honesty, humour and a complete lack of judgement. Topics range from mental health to body image to sexism. Most of the team members are actually book bloggers or bookish people!
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This post is on the second most common theme or trait I see in patients who succeed in therapy: Humility. There are two kinds of humility I see in patients who succeed. (1) The humility to be a compliant and responsible medical patient. (2) The humility to live in the reality that clinicians and physicians…Read more Overcoming – 2. Humility
In-Between Moments: 3. Afternoon Prayer for Patients
I generally reserve Saturdays for my patients who are in crisis with suicidal ideation. I know I cannot do this work alone, and on my own. I need to pray, and I need others to pray with me. This is today's prayer. Dear God, Thank You for being in the ministry of healing. Thank You…Read more In-Between Moments: 3. Afternoon Prayer for Patients
In-Between Moments: 2. Evening Prayer for Patients
Dear Friends, It is vital to our caring ministries to pray for our patients. I am not the Healer. I am only a vessel, trained and prepared to be part of a good work. I am thankful I can pray. Tonight, I want to pray specifically for my high-functioning patients who struggle with hopelessness and…Read more In-Between Moments: 2. Evening Prayer for Patients
In-Between Moments: 1. Morning Prayer for Patients
Dear Friends, I'm beginning to reach that place where I need friends to pray with me, because the prayer topic is growing into something bigger than me and my work. -- It's praying for the people involved in my corner of healing ministry. Without further ado-- Dear Jesus, Thank you for the patients you have…Read more In-Between Moments: 1. Morning Prayer for Patients
The Therapist's Couch – 1. (My) Boundaries
Dear Friends, Mental health treatment is unique in medical care services. At one point, mental health therapy-students had to sit on the therapist's couch to work through their own personal issues, before becoming a licensed mental health clinician. There is no other medical position where the clinician was encouraged to personally work through the issues…Read more The Therapist's Couch – 1. (My) Boundaries
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Hello everyone. Today is the Solemnity of Christ the King. In addition, today is also Saturday, the day of the week dedicated to the Blessed Mother. On this day, when all of Heaven celebrates the royal reign of Christ, I am going to join in their celebration by reflecting on the Queenship of Mary. We all are "a priestly prophetic and royal people, baptized into Christ." Mary is the "fairest honor of our race." Thus, though we already celebrated the feast of the Queenship of Mary on the 22nd of August, I find ample reason to reflect on this royal attribute of Mary today, when we celebrate the royal splendor of her Son.
Would you please be so kind as to join me in honoring our Queen, using the words of St. Louis de Montfort.
Prayer of St. Louis de Montfort
Hail Mary, beloved Daughter of the Eternal Father, wonderful Mother of the Son, faithful Spouse of the Holy Spirit.
You are my loving Lady, my powerful Queen.
You are all mine through your mercy, and I am all yours.
Take away everything from me that is displeasing to God.
Cultivate in me everything that is pleasing to you.
May the light of your faith dispel the darkness of my mind, your deep humility replace my pride; your continual sight of God fill my memory with his presence; and the fire of your heart, inflame the lukewarmness of my own heart.
May your virtues take the place of my sins, and may your merits be my enrichment to make up for all that is wanting in me before God.
My beloved Mother, grant that I may have no other spirit than yours, that I know Jesus Christ and his divine will and that I glorify the Lord. Hail Mary, my dear Mother, may I love God with a burning love like yours.
– St. Louis de Montfort (1673-1716)
Thank you for joining my in prayer, to honor our Blessed Queen and her Son.
Remember that today is the Solemnity of Christ the King and the last Sunday in Ordinary Time. Next Sunday, we will begin Advent and the new revisions to the Roman Missal. STUDY HARD!!!


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Most people associate sexual dysfunction with men. However, more and more women are visiting Dr. Jack Rowland to receive help from female sexual dysfunction. Here at Cool Springs MD Chattanooga, patients in and around Chattanooga, Tennessee, including those throughout the community of Cleveland, who are looking for hormone replacement therapy to help them treat their female sexual dysfunction will find a safe and confidential environment to seek treatment.
FDS, or female sexual dysfunction, is a chronic problem connected with sexual response and sexual desire that can make the relationship with their partner stressful.
During their lifetime, many women will deal with FSD. This dysfunction can happen at any age or point in a woman's life. It can be a constant problem or something that just happens from time to time.
There are many different types of sexual dysfunction including:
- Orgasm Disorder: Symptoms of this include not being able to reach orgasm after continual sexual arousal and stimulation.
- Low Sexual Desire: A diminished sex drive and libido.
- Sexual Pain Disorder: Pain and discomfort during vaginal contact and stimulation.
- Sexual Arousal Disorder: A woman experiences a normal desire for sex, however, she cannot become or stay aroused during sexual activity.
The body's sexual response comes as a result of a complex mixture of many factors including beliefs, relationships, physiology, emotional experiences, and lifestyle. When just one of these factors is out of whack, it can have a negative impact on female sexual arousal, satisfaction, and drive. Thankfully, FSD is a condition that can be treated.
What Causes Female Sexual Dysfunction?
FSD can result from a single psychological and physical challenge or a combination of the two. Emotional problems will include issues such as problems with a spouse or partner or a lack of trust and communication in the relationship. Other psychological challenges such as past trauma, anxiety, guilt, depression, and sexual fears can lead to female sexual dysfunction.
Alcohol and drugs such as stimulants, antihistamines, psychotropic drugs, and nicotine are some of the physical factors behind FSD. Additionally, antihistamines, psychotherapeutic drugs, and anti-hypertension medicines can cause FSD. Nerve issues, problems with blood flow to the genitals, diseases such as multiple sclerosis, diabetic neuropathy, pelvic pain, and arthritis as well as conditions that affect the thyroid or adrenal glands, endocrine disorders, hormonal imbalances and exhaustion may be behind FSD. Individuals who abuse substances such as alcohol and drugs face a higher risk of experiencing sexual dysfunction.
What Are the Symptoms of Sexual Dysfunction?
- The inability to maintain arousal during sexual activity or the inability to become aroused despite a desire to have sex.
- The inability to reach orgasm.
- Pain during sexual contact.
- Little or no desire for sexual activity.
What Are the Medical Treatment Options?
Dr. Jack Rowland or another qualified staff member will record your medical history as well as conduct a physical exam. In some circumstances, lab tests may be required. If your FSD is because of a medical or physical problem, you will be informed about the nature of the problem as well as treatment options that are available to you. Sex therapy and counseling may be offered in situations where there is a physical problem.
Here is a list of some of the available therapies:
- Adjusting medications
- Pharmaceuticals
- Kegel exercises
- Physical therapy
- Natural supplements
- WOW shots
- A replacement or balancing of hormones
- Topical estrogen
Discussing sexual dysfunction can be difficult for many women. Dr. Jack Rowland understands this and goes to great lengths in helping his patients feel safe and comfortable as they discuss their FSD concerns. If you are a resident of Chattanooga or the surrounding areas of Tennessee, including the community of Cleveland, and wish to schedule a consultation that is both private and confidential contact us at 423-401-8034.


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10 Ways to Protect Your Brain Against Alzheimer's
As dementia and Alzheimer's disease become more and more common, researchers continue to look for ways to treat the condition and maybe one day prevent it from occurring. But according to some research, there may be steps you can take now to reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's.
Eat the right foods
Try to eat foods that are packed with nutrients and low in saturated fat, trans fats and sodium. Fish, chicken and nuts have been found to lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Research suggests that a diet high in antioxidants also has protective effects against Alzheimer's.
Get moving
Recent studies have found that physical activity can delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease or prevent it all together. People who are in good overall health reduce their risk of many diseases, including Alzheimer's, but exercise specifically increases the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain.
Keep your heart healthy
The risk of developing Alzheimer's or vascular dementia increases significantly in people with damaged hearts or blood vessels. This damage is often caused by common chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes.
Control your blood pressure
A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association Neurology found that people who controlled their high blood pressure with medication had significantly less accumulated beta-amyloid plaque on their brains–a hallmark sign of Alzheimer's–than people who did not control their blood pressure.
Watch your head
A significant amount of research has linked several kinds of dementia to head trauma. Most of this research focuses on the growing prevalence of Alzheimer's disease and other brain ailments in former professional athletes, but any kind of head trauma can increase the risk of dementia.
Chill out
Excessive stress can increase your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. It can also speed the advancement of Alzheimer's if you do have it. Why? A recent Swedish study found that chronic stress elevates a specific steroid that can inhibit the proper functioning of the brain.
The power of wine
Several studies indicate that resveratrol, found in foods such as red wine and dark chocolate, can protect against Alzheimer's disease. However, you'd have to consume a lot of wine to reap its benefits. Scientists are working on a revesterol supplement so people can reap its benefits without destroying their liver.
Use it or lose it
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by Courtney
I am very unhappy with my life. I'm glad I've finally found an answer to what I've been looking for. I've spent hundreds of nights researching tons of things that can explain why I'm so different.
Since I was in high school, I knew I wasn't stupid but I just couldn't do the class work. I got along with some teachers but rebelled against most. I LOVED the effect I had on them that no one else did. They would try intimidating me by looking straight into my eyes but would end up having to look away. I could easily prove them wrong and usually ended up being sent to the office for not giving into their threats. But even though I drove them mad, when they would have one on one private conversations with me, we were able to bond perfectly. They were so confused.
I don't follow orders. If you ask me to do something, I usually will. When someone gives me orders I feel like I have to stand up for myself and prove I'm not a child, even though I was. I was a mystery to teachers, family, and principles. "You're such an intelligent, caring person when you want to be" is what I heard a lot. I could easily pass tests in school without studying or doing the classwork. That was a problem once I got to highschool and classwork counted more than tests. I couldn't explain why, I just didn't do it. It felt pointless to me. My mom would take away my TV, stereo, any form of entertainment. But I didn't care. I lived in my own world and thoughts. It didn't make my grades any better. I never had sleepovers with friends because I was grounded all the time. But I wouldn't change.
I get very angry when I feel I'm being attacked over a misunderstanding. My mom always tells me I only care about myself but I care more than she could ever know. I care about everyone like their problems are my own and I have to find solutions for them because they aren't capable of it.
I know exactly how to cheer people up and help them understand certain situations. People come to me for advice daily. Even people I haven't spoken to in years. If I see someone having a problem I have to put my own two-cents in. People say I'm two-faced a lot because I can't be mad at just one side. I have to understand and help both people. I get a lot of joy from helping people but I get so overwhelmed at different times. I shut down from everyone completely. I go from being so happy and energized to wanting to lay in bed all day just keeping to myself. I get called lazy because I sit at home all day and don't clean like I should.. There's no excuse because I have nothing else to do. They don't understand. I'm so drained and emotionally tired. I think about different peoples problems constantly like it's a huge weight on my shoulder. So I get so insulted when they accuse me of only caring about myself. They have no idea.
I'm so stuck in life. I finally got a job last year and made everyone proud and two weeks later I got into a four wheeler accident and was put on bed rest for two months and now my ankle is disabled.
Oh and I have a three year old son. He's amazing and I am a great mom (when I'm not emotionally drained) but I have to find a job to support him. I just need help. Things like work, driving, these things other people seem so comfortable with, I can't do easily. The only thing I'm good at is helping others with their problems and seeing things they didn't before.
No one has ever understood me completely. I knew more than my therapists. I knew exactly what they would tell me when I explained my problems and what their solution would be. My closest friends understand me to an extent. I've always felt like I knew more than people around me.. Not things you learn in a book... Something deeper.
Since I was little I would make up scenarios for how the world actually works. I used to wonder if we were really just living inside of a book someone was reading. This was when I was in kindergarten. I always joked about being psychic because I just KNEW things that were gonna happen, but I always thought psychics were more like Thats So Raven type.
I've had one person kind of close to me pass away. It was my great grandmother and the night she passed away I dreamed about it and woke up to my nana crying at the end of my bed ready to tell me the news. I wasn't ever THAT close with my great grandma but I could not quit crying that day.. I had to leave school. I was crying more than anyone. Not really because she was gone, but because I knew how hurt other people would be when she was gone. Her husband wasn't the nicest person but I held his hand during the funeral and my family made such a big deal about how sweet it was. It just seemed like common sense to me but whatever.
I also used to feel like if I thought of something in my head it would really happen; because very often it did happen. Or that I could stare at people and make them do/say what I was thinking. I could almost always tell what they were thinking and got worried that they could read mine as well. I've always had to sleep with someone at night.. I get so freaked out laying in bed alone because I sense things around me.
I could write about how different I am for hours.. I'm just glad there's other "weird" ones out there to relate to. Thanks for reading :p
Please forgive any typos.. I'm on my phone and typing fast.
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1: My hours are all day everyday and my benefits are endless. | My | My Dream Career is to be a mother. I got to be a good mother because I set up my life before having children.
2: My dream car costs $900 a month, for 4 years. This amounts to $43,000. Other expenses include maintenance and gas.
3: My dream vacation is Aruba. Travel expenses amount to around $4,000. | Other expenses include: food at about $100 a day, and souvenir money, which is variable.
4: My dream house costs about 1,00 a month for 6 years. A total of $72,000. Other expenses include repairs and decorating.
5: That is my dream life. Given, it could all change if I am unable to afford these items from just my husband's salary.


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Dear Whoever Likes Sherlock Holmes or Cares About The September/October Contest, 9/30/2011
"Once you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, no matter how improbable, must be the truth." -Sherlock Holmes
If you've been following my blog for at least a month then you know we have monthly contests. This month's contest is a writing contest full of action, Sherlock Holmes style! There's a specific scene I want you to rewrite. Here it is:
One night-it was on the twentieth of March, 1888-I was returning from a journey to a patient(for I had now returned to civil practice), when my way led me through Baker Street. As I passed the well-remembered door, which must always be associated in my mind with my wooing, and with the dark incidents of the Study in Scarlet, I was seized with a keen desire to see Holmes again, and to know how he was employing his extraordinary powers. His rooms were brilliantly lit, and, even as I looked up, I saw his tall, spare figure pass twice in a dark silhouette against the blind.
He was pacing the room swiftly, eagerly, with his head sunk upon his chest and his hands clasped behind him. To me, who knew his every mood and habit, his attitude and manner told their own story. He was at work again. He had risen out of his drug-created dreams and was hot upon the scent of some new problem. I rang the bell and was shown up to the chamber which had formerly been in part my own.
His manner was not effusive. It seldom was; but he was glad, I think, to see me. With hardly a word spoken, but with a kindly eye, he waved me to an armchair, threw across his case of cigars, and indicated a spirit case and a gasogene in the corner. Then he stood before the fire and looked me over in his singular introspective fashion.
"Wedlock suits you," he remarked. "I think, Watson, that you have put on seven and a half pounds since I saw you."
"Seven!" I answered.
"Indeed, I should have thought a little more. Just a trifle more, I fancy, Watson. And in practice again, I observe. You did not tell me that you intended to into harness."
"Then, how do you know?"
"I see it, I deduce it. How do I know that you have been getting yourself very wet lately, and that you have a most clumsy and careless servant girl?"
"My dear Holmes," said I, "this is too much. You would certainly have been burned, had you lived a few centuries ago. It is true that I had a country walk on Thursday and came home in a dreadful mess, but as I have changed my clothes I can't imagine how you deduce it. As to Mary Jane, she is incorrigible, and my wife has given her notice, but there, again, I fail to see how you work it out."
He chuckled to himself and rubbed his long, nervous hands together.
"It is simplicity itself," said he; "my eyes tell me that on the inside of your left shoe, just where the firelight strikes it, the leather is scored by six almost parallel cuts. Obviously they have been caused by someone who has very carelessly scraped round the edges of the sole in order to remove crusted mud from it. Hence, you see, my double deduction that you had been out in vile weather, and that a particularly malignant boot-slitting specimen of the London savey. As to your practice, if a gentlemen walks into my rooms smelling of iodoform, with a black mark of nitrate of silver upon his right forefinfer, and a bulge on the right side of his top-hat to show where he has secreted his stethoscope, I must be dull, indeed, if I do not pronounce him to be an active member of the medical profession."
I could not help laughing at the ease with which he explained his process of deduction. "When I hear you give your reasons," I remarked, "the thing always appears to me to be ridiculously simple that I could easily do it myself, though at each sucessive instance of your reasoning I am baffled until you explain your process. And yet I believe that my eyes are as good as yours."
"Quite so," he answered, lighting a cigarette, and throwing himself down inro an armchair.
Rewrite this. Give it a different ending. Throw in a plot twist. Add in a crazy girlfriend…get it? Good. This contest starts today, right now, and will be closed on October 9th, 2011 at 3pm PST. Keep it PG-13 and under 1,500 words. To enter just rewrite that whole thing starting from wherever you want to. Say like the middle or somthing. So rewrite it, then to enter simply post it as a comment on this post. I'll pick the one I think is best on the week of 9/10/11 and post it. The winner will receive a complete Sherlock Holmes kit including: a magnifying glass, chalk(for a dead body outline), a plastic gun(maybe), and an eshysletters handwritten letter.
To our July/August winners I apologize because my life took another turn(again) and you won't be recieving your prizes, however what I will offer is a guest post if you want it. You can guest post about almost anything if you want. I'm so sorry. As for you E.R. I'll be sending it soon.
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Book Review: Camp 4: Recollections of a Yosemite Rockclimber
Camp 4: Recollections of a Yosemite Rockclimber
By Steve Roper
The Mountaineers, 1994, ISBN 0-89886-587-5
|Reviewed by Rick Booth
|August, 2001
The book Camp 4: Recollections of a Yosemite Rockclimber is a fascinating
account of the history of rock climbing in Yosemite Valley. It covers the
years of 1933 to 1971 but Roper is mostly concerned with the years of 1947
to 1971 which have been dubbed "the Golden Years" of Yosemite Valley
rockclimbing. It is during this period of time that the first ascents
were made of the "big walls" of Yosemite Valley. These first ascents are
certainly marked by their vision and boldness. In spite of the fact that
later routes were harder and bolder there is no denying that being the
first to even try these ascents certainly warrants special attention,
hence, the "Golden Years" concept is justified. The Golden Years cover
the ten years that Roper spent in the Valley so it is no surprise that
this dominates this memoir. Nonetheless, the description of the early
years covering the achievements of Leonard, Brower, Eichorn, and Robinson
are as interesting as the Golden Years accounts. The abrupt ending of the
Golden Years is defined by Roper to coincide with Harding's ascent of the
Dawn Wall on El Cap.
The book covers the first attempts at climbing in the Valley by various
individuals including the now legendary Eichorn, Leonard, Brower and
Robinson. This includes the many attempts on the higher Cathedral Spire.
In spite of the short attention paid to this period Roper fills in many
interesting details concerning the structure of Yosemite Valley and the
equipment used by these pioneer climbers. Of interest is the role the
Sierra Club played in these early years. Indeed, the Sierra Club was the
only organization with an interest in climbing in the Valley and all of
the early climbers were members. The Sierra Club Bulletin was the
definitive document for describing these adventures. How times have
The early phase of the Golden Years is defined by the climbs of John
SalathÈ. His invention of the hardened steel piton essentially opened up
the possibilities of big wall climbing. His other contributions included
first ascents of the Southwest Face of Half Dome and the Arrow Chimney
which essentially defined the first big wall multi-day climb in North
America. Roper gives much credit to this man as a contributor to the
Golden Years.
The main part of the book describes the years of 1947 to 1971. It covers
the years spent in the valley by Allen Steck, Mark Powell, Layton Kor,
Chuck Pratt, Royal Robbins, Yvon Chouinard, TM Herbert, Tom Frost, Warren
Harding, and a large collection of other contributors to the Golden Years.
I was most struck by the description of the brilliant but humourless Frank
Sacherer. In these chapters Roper makes a large effort to point out the
difference in style between the "Valley Christians" as exemplified by
Royal Robbins and the supposed heathens as exemplified by Warren Harding.
It is a fascinating account and even though Roper counts himself as one of
the "Valley Christians" he gives Harding his due.
Roper's book includes accounts of the contributions of many other
individuals than the main characters filling the Golden Years. Indeed,
the inclusion of Mike Borghoff, Jeff Foott, Joe Fitschen, and others
indicates that there were many people interested and bold enough to be
making first ascents in the Valley. The last phase of the "Golden Years"
includes a description of the efforts of Schmitz, Madsen, Henneck and
Lauria and finally Jim Bridwell. Jim Bridwell seems to have arrived in
the Valley during the supposed closing phase of the "Golden Years",
indeed, his arrival signals the start of the efforts by a new generation
of Valley climbers.
One of the remarkable features of this book is the large collection of
pictures. Most of the picture credits are given to Glen Denny, another
participant in the Golden Years and apparently the only one with a camera.
I was keenly disappointed to not see a picture of Bob Kamps, David Rearick
or Wally Reed. On the other hand, it was several hours before I could
actually start reading the book because I kept flipping between the
pictures, just fascinated to see faces associated with the many prominent
names of Valley climbing history. It is unfortunate the book ends at 1971
since much has happened since then. This period will have to be left to
another motivated chronicler. Nonetheless this is a fascinating piece of
reading and is recommended for anyone interested in Yosemite Valley or
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About two months ago, a friend of mine gave me a small bag of granola as a parting gift from a little get together she had and it was delicious! I asked for the recipe and she gave it to me, noting that it was from the cookbook My Father's Daughter… which I had sitting on my bookshelf! I purchased that cookbook the summer before I made the decision to go vegan, and honestly haven't pulled it out since. Sure enough, this recipe, along with other veggie friendly recipes have been tucked away for years. I've made two batches of this granola recipe this week — the beau is a fan of it as much as I am. Paired with a little unsweetened coconut milk and fresh fruit, it's the perfect breakfast after a morning run.
Favorite Granola
Yields about 3 cups, takes about 30 minutes total start to finish
– 2 cups rolled oats (not instant or steel-cut)
– 1/2 cup raw, whole almonds
– 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds
– 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
– 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
– 1/2 cup real maple syrup (I used the stuff my dad made)
– 3 tablespoons agave or brown rice syrup (I used honey from my grandfather's hive)
– 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil (I used organic coconut oil)
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries (golden raises would be delicious too!)
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Stir together the dry ingredients (not including the dried cranberries) in a large bowl. Combine the wet ingredients in a smaller bowl, then mix thoroughly into the dry. Spread the granola out on a nonstick sheet pan, or a regular one covered with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally (I stir it once) until evenly browned. Let the granola cool completely until adding the dried cranberries. It keeps well in an air-tight container for 2-3 months… but it probably won't last a week!


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GULA Co. is Indonesia homemade brand. Made from natural ingredients and risk free. Doesn't contains preservatives, so it can't last more than 3 months. But for strawberry flavor has shorter life only 2 months, because it's made from real strawberry. If you don't want to throw away any single granules, you can consume this. Don't worry it's safe! But don't blame me if you have diabetes later lol.
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Being a YUConnects member maintains your connection with the greater YU family.
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Xplornet Outage in Gatineau, Outaouais, Québec
Xplornet is a Canadian wireless carrier and rural internet service provider. It is the largest rural fixed wireless broadband service provider in the country. Offers wireless internet services using satellite or 4G technology.
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@wordford @Xplornet We pay $108 per month with Rogers. Service is fine tho!
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@Xplornet your garbage service is down again on xmas day .time for another ccts complaint #scammers
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@JakeRlbar @XplornetSupport @Xplornet Wait till next year you will be able to buy cheaper from a reseller for the same package. If they claim you won't get the same support then their system is junk because just the sellers name changes not the product.
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Don't ask me why I chose @Xplornet for the internet. They have the worst service ever. EVER!!!!!
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1 Principles topenlarge
The distal phalanx is divided into three anatomical parts: most proximally, the metaphysis, followed by the diaphysis ("waist"), and finally the ungual tuberosity ("tuft").
The base of the distal phalanx has a prominent crest on the dorsal aspect
with the insertion of the terminal extensor tendon. The tendon is adherent to
the joint capsule.
On the palmar surface is the insertion of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon. This is adherent to the volar plate and to the periosteum.
The flexor tendon occupies the whole width of the base of the distal phalanx. It is made up of 2 different fibers. The superficial fibers attach to the lateral aspects of the phalanx. The deep fibers run centrally and attach more distal in the palmar aspect of the phalanx.
The volar plate is very flexible, allowing hyperextension of the DIP joint to allow pulp-to-pulp pinching, which is unique to humans. This flexibility is also facilitated by the absence of check reins, which might be attached to the middle phalanx.
The vincular arteries, essential for vascularization of the flexor tendon, are at risk in palmar avulsion injuries. If the flexor tendon retracts, they are disrupted. This negatively affects the healing process.
A useful classification for this type of injury comes from Leddy and Packer.
Type I
Tendon rupture at its insertion at the distal phalanx, without a bony fragment. The tendon is retracted, often into the palm, where it can be palpated. The patient feels some tenderness or pain where the tendon is located.
The vincular arteries are ruptured, impairing the vascularity of the flexor tendon.
Success of treatment of this injury relies heavily on
- accuracy of diagnosis,
- rapid surgical intervention.
The flexor digitorum profundus (FDP) tendon must be repositioned and
reinserted. This is not possible after 10 days following the injury because
- tendon swelling
- collagen regeneration
- Muscle contracture
Reinsertion after this period will lead to a significant flexion contracture of the finger (myostatic contracture).
Type II
Tiny fracture fragment. This is usually not easy to see in an x-ray, but may be palpated.
The tendon is retracted to the PIP joint and is prevented from retracting further by the bony fragment catching in the bifurcation of the superficialis tendon (as shown in the drawing). The long vincular artery remains intact.
Type III
FDP avulsion fracture with a large fragment.
This fragment remains minimally displaced because of the volar plate attachment, the collateral ligament, and the IV annular pulley.
Palmar avulsion injury
An avulsion injury destroys the synergistic balance of the pull exerted by flexor and extensor tendons. The continuity of the flexor tendon is lost. This results in inability to flex the DIP joint.
Avulsion fractures of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon are uncommon, but particularly disabling. The ring finger is the digit most commonly affected.
Mechanism of the injury
These injuries are commonly caused by sporting accidents.
Typically, hyperextension and a strong pull on the flexor tendon causes this fracture, as happens when the finger gets caught while tackling a sporting adversary.
Indication for operative treatment with a lag screw
The main indication for lag screw fixation of avulsion fractures of the proximal distal phalanx is an avulsed fragment bearing more than 40% of the articular surface.
2 Diagnosis topenlarge
Diagnosis is based on
- the clinical history of the trauma and mechanism of the injury
- the clinical examination of the patient
- palmar ecchimosis, swelling and pain in the area of detachment
- inability to flex the DIP joint. Make sure that flexion of the DIP joint is examined
- the x-rays.
AP, lateral and oblique x-rays are necessary for diagnosis. Be careful to avoid overlap of other fingers in the x-rays.
Low-dosage radiographs, as used to visualize soft tissues, can be very useful to identify small flakes.
When the MP and PIP joints flex normally, sometimes the examiner might miss the fact that the DIP joint does not. Always be sure to check for normal DIP joint flexion.
Function of the flexor digitorum superficialis (FDS) can be checked by holding the non-injured fingers extended. The PIP joint should now flex normally, while the DIP joint is locked.
Function of the FDP is examined by holding the PIP joint of the injured finger in extension. The DIP joint should now be able to flex. If flexion is not possible, the continuity of the FDP may be interrupted.
3 Approach topenlarge
For this procedure a palmar approach to the DIP joint is normally used.
4 Reduction topenlarge
Visualize the joint
Hyperextend the distal phalanx to gain a maximal view of the joint.
Use a syringe to clear out blood clot with a jet of Ringer lactate.
Assess fracture geometry and look for comminution or impaction.
Often, comminution is not apparent from the x-rays, and can only be determined under direct vision.
Direct reduction
Gently use a dental pick to reduce the fracture accurately.
Check the reduction using image intensification.
In some cases, the A5 pulley should be elevated for better visualization and reduction of the fracture.
5 Fixation topenlarge
Choosing screw size
The maximal permitted diameter of the screw head is one third of the diameter of the avulsed fragment.
Screw length needs to be sufficient for the screw just to penetrate the opposite cortex.
Either a 1.0 mm, or a 1.3 mm, screw is used. The procedure illustrates the use of a 1.3 mm screw.
Maintaining the reduction with a drill guide, drill a gliding hole using a 1.3 mm drill bit. Insert a drill sleeve into the gliding hole.
Alternative drilling: In-out hole in large fragments
Keeping the DIP joint hyperextended, drill an in-out gliding hole through the avulsed fragment.
The advantage of this technique is that it allows perfect positioning of the drill hole (perpendicular to the fracture plane and in the center of the fragment).
However, there is an increased risk of additional devascularization, which can disturb fracture healing.
Drill threaded hole
Insert a drill sleeve into the gliding hole.
Now use a corresponding drill bit to drill a thread hole through the opposite fragment, penetrating the far (trans) cortex.
Use a depth gauge to measure for screw length.
Pitfall: Too long screw irritates extensor tendon
If too long a screw is chosen, the protruding end may irritate the extensor tendon or damage the germinal matrix of the nail.
Screw insertion
Insert the lag screw and tighten it. The screw should just penetrate the opposite cortex.
Check the fixation using image intensification. Reduction must be anatomical.
Pitfall: Overtightening the screw
Be careful not to overtighten the screw as this may result in comminution of the fragment.


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Review: Good Time
The Safdie Brothers direct Robert Pattinson in his strongest - and wackiest - performance yet.
Following their festival hit Heaven Knows What, brothers Josh and Benny Safdie return with the much stronger Good Time. The Safdie brothers have created one of the most frustrating and simultaneously exhilarating films of the year, and provide lead actor Robert Pattinson with the vehicle for his greatest performance to date.
Pattinson stars as Connie Nikas, who might just be one of the worst criminals on the planet. Connie convinces his mentally challenged brother Nick (Benny Safdie), to help him perform a minor bank robbery, which they quickly botch. Connie escapes while his brother, after breaking cover, is arrested. Thus, in the span of one evening, Connie must break his brother out of police custody without landing himself in prison.
The Safdies reach mastery in crafting a film with a formality that perfectly matches the narrative. The film is mostly shot using handheld cameras, often using a documentary-like aesthetic in its proceedings. The brothers are not afraid to embrace the quick-zoom – something that is anathema to most filmmakers – to launch a seemingly calm moment into something bursting with an overwhelming madness. In addition to the unnerving camera work, the Safdies utilize a neon palette and techno score to keep the feel on par with the content.
While the film is mostly a massive achievement, I could not help but be bothered by the thanklessness in the writing of Connie's girlfriend Corey, portrayed by Jennifer Jason Leigh. In her few minutes of screen time, Leigh does her best playing an upsettingly pathetic character, whose blind need for attention goes over rather unpleasantly.
Through its continued realism and frantic pacing, Good Time is a late-summer treat and massive achievement. Pattinson is unforgettable in the performance of a lifetime, with the Safdie brothers offering him everything he needs to bring to life a character on the edge.


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We have heard that Malta is a popular place for holiday-makers to visit during the summer and had expected to see tons of them in Marsaxlokk. However, surprisingly, it was rather peaceful and quiet there, with only a few locals sitting around and enjoying the beautiful sunset. It was a small village but my husband and I really enjoyed walking along the harbour bay and taking in the picturesque view of the colourful boats with the backdrop of a gorgeous sunset! Such is life indeed! It was also here that we had the best seafood ever! It was indeed a wise choice to head to a fishing village for a nice seafood meal!
|The delicious clam spaghetti
|Seafood platter :)
|Parish Church of Our Lady of Pompei, Marsaxlokk
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The Girls With Guns: Jungle Heat was the first game in the Girls With Guns series. It features a number of dangerous beauties who are out to help you score in a major way. Like many of Microgaming's more recent titles, this game uses the 243-ways format with five reels and three rows. Coins go from $0.01 to $0.05 apiece with the typical increments of 30 coins per spin. However, you can bet up to 20 times this with bets as high as 600 coins. What sets this game apart is its atypical payout structure.
The Girls With Guns Logo is the wild symbol, and it shows up stacked on every single reel. Each way that you get five wilds at the same time gives you the top individual payout of 400x. Keep in mind, however, that you'll always get this in multiple ways because of the stacked wilds, so your payouts are really going to be as high as 97,200x on the minimum bet if you get stacked wilds to fill every reel. The expanding Girls Insignia wild on the center reel also expands to give you additional value.
The Ammo Heart is a scatter symbol in this Microgaming slot, and picking up at least three of them on the reels at the same time will give you a set of 15 free spins. While there is no multiplier, you get extra value when a random reel is turned wild after each spin. You can re-trigger these free spins as many times as the scatters come up, and this is something you don't see in the bonus features for the vast majority of games out there in today's online slots industry.


text: SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif., Nov. 16 -- ChromaVision Medical Systems Inc. announced that it will collaborate with the School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, on feasibility studies to validate a new test to detect and quantify the total HIV reservoir in the peripheral blood cells of persons infected with the virus. The test is based on ChromaVision's Automated Cellular Imaging System (ACIS).ACIS combines ChromaVision's proprietary color-based imaging technology with automated microscopy to increase sensitivity, accuracy and reproducibility of cancer, infectious disease and genetic cell-based diagnostics. The ACIS viral load test uses the immunohistochemical staining method; researchers hope the test will improve detection of HIV and provide more meaningful information for disease management and treatment decisions.


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I told a friend of mine that I was getting interested in happiness and she burst out laughing. And I guess I deserved that. It's not that I'm an unhappy guy, but you wouldn't call me bubbly. Too-happy people make me nervous—my theory is that either they're insane or overly medicated. But I got going on this topic because a friend suggested I interview Alex Kjerulf, a young Danish consultant who calls himself the Chief Happiness Officer. He blogs at a site called Positive Sharing. He's written a book (available here as either a print to order or a pdf or free online) called Happy Hour is 9 to 5. I interviewed him for the Cool Friend area at tompeters.com. I'll provide a link here when that interview gets posted.
Now it just so happened that around the time I interviewed Alex and was asking him 'what is happiness,' Tom Peters was pushing out a piece of writing called Wherefore The Impact of Superior Management Practice on Increased Human Welfare and the Pursuit of Happiness* and Excellence? What caught my eye especially here was the footnote associated with the word happiness in the title. That footnote reads: "To Aristotle eudaimonia was what the good life was all abut. The complex Greek word is usually translated as 'happiness,' but Aristotle means something else. Happiness to Aristotle is not a state but an activity. It is not lying on a beach with a glass of wine and a book, nor having wanton sex with the person of your dreams. Eudaimonia is better translated as 'flourishing,' or doing your best with what you are best at."—Charles Handy, Myself and Other More Important Matters
I really like this definition of happiness because it makes most sense for me. You've been in those situations where someone asks you if you're happy, and most of the time, just sitting there, doing whatever (eating, drinking, staring into space, daydreaming…) you're not happy. You just are. And as far as I'm concerned, that's okay. It's only when you're engaged in some project that has meaning for you that you are happy.
The Chief Happiness Officer, on the other hand, seems to be upbeat most of the time. He's got a picture of himself jumping up in the air, clicking his heels together. You've got to be pretty upbeat to have your picture taken like that. I don't think I'm happy like that. Of course, it could be the difference in our ages. Could also be genetics, since it seems that general happiness is half determined by your genes. At least according to this article from Forbes.
Given my northern European background (think Ingmar Bergman films) I'm probably not inclined to be happy. I do work at home, though, and the Forbes article suggests that a short commute can go a long ways toward making one happy.


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Kierstyn Boddy, 20, and 86-year-old Patricia Jackson make up part of four generations of Lorain County Community College graduates in their family. Boddy graduated in May, 50 years after her great-grandmother Jackson graduated in 1967. Jackson had returned to school at age 34 with five children.
Jackson, her son (Boddy's grandfather), her granddaughter (Boddy's mother) and Boddy make up just some of the family members who graduated from LCCC. Jackson said she feels honored to have been part of one of the first graduating classes from the school.
"I think it's the best thing that ever happened to Lorain County," Jackson said about the LCCC.
Jackson received her associate degree in teaching from LCCC and five years later received her bachelor's from Kent State University. "It was a surprise because when I was much younger I used to dream of being a teacher and I never thought it could happen. And LCCC made it happen."
Boddy, the oldest great-granddaughter, completed her associate degree in police science and a one-year technical certificate in digital forensics. "I want to do something in law enforcement because I want to do everything I can to help people and make them feel safer." She has also completed an internship with the Elyria Police Department.
"I chose LCCC because it's close to home," Boddy said. She also was a scholarship recipient.
When Jackson was younger, she saw women going to college as a new possibility. Jackson's message for current and future students who face some of the same challenges she had was, "Don't give up hope just because you're a little bit older …Your age has nothing to do with it if you have the desire to go to college."
Jackson and her family were excited to attend this year's commencement and see Boddy cross the stage. The great-grandmother remembers when she was on campus celebrating her graduation five decades ago. It rained that day in the courtyard, she said.
After she completed her degree, Jackson taught for 27 years before she worked for 20 years in her second career in real estate after her husband died 31 years ago. She's since thrived as a retired senior volunteer and has completed community members' taxes for 23 years, in addition to her volunteer work in area blood drives.
Even though she's grown major roots in the area, her younger years didn't start out in Lorain County. Jackson grew up in New York City, before moving to Lorain during junior high school. Today their big close-knit family resides in Elyria.
Jackson prides herself on being part of one of the first LCCC classes to earn a degree, she said. LCCC was granted a charter July 15, 1963. During the next year Lorain County citizens supported a 1.25 mil levy to provide funding for the college. The Lorain School of Technology was incorporated into LCCC as well in 1964, and the first classes were held in rented facilities that summer. In its first fall of operation, 1,006 students registered for credit classes at LCCC. In 1966, the college moved to its current location on North Abbe Road in Elyria, making LCCC the first community college in Ohio to have a permanent campus.


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The NFL career hasn't quite panned out for Chris Leak, but the former national championship winning quarterback at Florida isn't complaining.
Leak, the offensive MVP of the 2007 BCS Championship Game, hasn't had an NFL tryout since the 2008 preseason with the Kansas City Chiefs. But he says he's enjoying life in Canada as a backup quarterback for the Montreal Allouettes (along with former FSU quarterback Adrian McPherson), where he gets to play for head coach Marc Trestman, who in football circles is known for developing quarterbacks like Rich Gannon and Steve Young, but in 2010 is best known as Tim Tebow's personal coach.
Leak was back in The Swamp last Saturday at the request of John Brantley, standing on the field next to Urban Meyer during the Orange and Blue game to observe Brantley and give him pointers about his footwork and decision making.
We caught up with Leak after the game to talk about the Gators' "new" offense, Canadian football and life as a father:
So you like this coaching thing now?
"Oh yeah, I mean, I'm going to be a coach after I'm done playing, which is many many years away from now, but it's definitely something that I enjoy. My father coached myself and my brother growing up and I guess it's in my blood, runs in the family."
Why did Urban bring you out here today?
"Actually it was John. Me and John have been talking for awhile now. He wanted me to come out and watch him and I just came out here to support him and watch him grow as a quarterback. He did an awesome job today. His feet looked great, his decision making is excellent, he really showed a lot today."
What kind of things is he working on?
"Just the things like that — decision making, footwork, because at the end of the day, your feet make the decision for you as a quarterback. As long as the line gives you time, your feet are going to tell you when to go to your first read, second read or your checkdown. And he's progressed so well, he looks so polished, I was very impressed with him."
When and where do you get a chance to work with him?
"I haven't been working with him, but I came up for Friday's practice, and just came and watch him, came to support him and give him any tips. But he doesn't need much man, he's such a polished guy and a sharp guy. Coach (Scot) Loeffler, he's done an excellent job with him. You can tell they've really dug in these past couple of years and he looks great, he really does."
Are you getting a little sentimental out here? Because there's talk that the offense will go back to '06, with Brantley as the pocket passer and someone else as the change-of-pace…
"That's definitely, Coach Meyer was telling me it is going to be very similar to '06. That's obviously something I have a lot of experience with. Anything I can give to the quarterbacks or to Coach Meyer or even to the coaches about my experience as a quarterback in that offense, 'cause we went through an entire season, won a championship with it. Any two cents I can put in to help the team win a game, I'll do it."
What are your plans this offseason?
I report back in June to Montreal to play in the CFL. We won the championship last year, so this is our repeat season, and just looking forward to it."
Oh, you play for Marc Trestman.
"Yeah, Marc Trestman, who's an unbelievable coach. He's a coach that changes your life, he really is, and he's going to be coaching for a long time, in the CFL, NFL, wherever he goes."
You surprised to see Tebow choose him as his handpicked QB coach?
"I'm not surprised because I know what type of coach he is, I know his philosophies. Everywhere he's been his quarterbacks have been successful — Rich Gannon, Drew Brees, they're successful and they get better, and you saw that with Tim, just the little time he got to work with him. And this being my third season with him, I've grown so much as a quarterback in the film room, on and off the field, so he's definitely an all around great coach."
Are you adjusted to Canadian football at this point?
"Yeah, it takes about a year to get used to it, it's just a transition you have to get used to. But it's great now because I have the ability to go play in the CFL or in the NFL, cause you're used to both styles of football."
How's your French?
"It's getting there. I really do need to take a class, but they speak English, too. But Montreal is an awesome city man. I'll tell anybody, especially in the summer time, if you got a couple weeks to spare go to Montreal."
What do you like about it?
"Just the festivities, the different culture, you learn a lot being around all the different cultures. It's a great family environment, great beautiful scenery everywhere, it's an awesome city."
Any fellow SEC players on the roster?
Obviously no Florida guys. I know Ciatrick Fason was on Edmonton last year so when we played Edmonton I got to chat with him a little bit. There's a couple of us SEC guys up there, and there's a lot of talent up there. They love their football and I'm just happy to have the opportunity to play the game that I love for a living."
Where do you live in the offseason?
In Orlando. My wife and I, now we got a 3-month-old daughter, Trinity, so I'm on no sleep. But there's nothing like being a father. It's great, man. I found out it comes real natural to you. It's the way God made things, I've been very blessed."


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Turning a classic Nora Ephron film into a musical theater production has proven to be a difficult task, but Sleepless in Seattle — The Musical has finally set a date!
After recently acquiring a new composer and lyricist, Sleepless has also found a new director. The Pasadena Playhouse's Artistic Director Sheldon Epps is replacing previous director Lonny Price. According to a press release, Price had to leave due to other commitments.
"I am pleased that a recent change in my own schedule allows me to take on the joy and excitement of directing this musical and working even more closely with Jeff, Ben and Sam. The writers have done remarkable work, and I know that this will continue. I eagerly anticipate the birth of this show on our stage, and I am confident it will be an exciting finale to our current season," Epps said in the release.
And now, we have confirmed that the show will have its world premiere at The Pasadena Playhouse in California on May 24. Sleepless will run from May 24 to June 23 with a press opening night on June 2 at 5 p.m. There will also be a developmental workshop held in March.
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Unity College Staff Member Saves a Life in Baxter State Park, Credits Skill of Maine Search and Rescue
Unity, Maine – July, 2009 – It was a busy weekend for Ryan Howes '07, Experiential Programs Assistant at Unity College. In his spare time Howes serves as a member of the Lincoln Search and Rescue, a high angle rescue squad in Lincoln, Maine.
Howes and three Unity College students pursuing summer internships participated in one of the most physically demanding and time consuming wilderness high angle Maine rescue operations to take place in recent memory. The operation lasted nearly 30 hours and involved all five Maine-based high angle rescue squads, with additional support from park rangers, forest rangers, and game wardens.
On the evening of Friday, July 17, Howes and other members of the squad were called to Baxter State Park to be briefed by Ranger Rob Tice on a young female on Hamlin Ridge Trail who had a possible broken left leg. The squad departed for the rescue at 4 a.m. on Saturday along with members of Dirigo, Wilderness and Mt. Desert Island (MDI) Search and Rescue, and members of the Baxter State Park Trail Crew, which included three Unity College students who work on the trail crew. The students are Andy Gagnon '11, Mike Champagne '12, and Melanie Renell '12. They were joined on the scene by members of the Mahoosuc Search and Rescue of Bethel, Maine, game wardens, park rangers, and forest rangers.
After the briefing while on route to the scene, Howes and his fellow rescuers were not only challenged by the bad weather, but news that a second victim had been reported.
"We heard that there was a second victim and as we were approaching victim number one, ahead, nearly at the top of the ridge, we saw one of the BSP Rangers assisting a second victim," said Howes. "Because victim number one was in a secure location and feeling comfortable, I along with two members of Wilderness Search and Rescue took over for the ranger and helped victim number two."
The rescuers gave the second victim food, water and warm clothing. Two search and rescue volunteers assisted the second victim from the mountain, who was able to walk despite suffering from mild hypothermia and bruising.
The rest of the 18 rescuers converged on the first victim, and packed her into a litter for transport down the mountain, noted Howes.
"This turned out to be one of the most physically demanding transports that I have ever been involved in," said Howes.
The hike to get to the victims was 4.6 miles beginning at Roaring Brook Ranger Station and proceeding up the Chimney Pond Trail to Hamlin Ridge.
The rescuers carried the victim caterpillar style from the scene just below Hamlin Peak, 4,751 feet above sea level, two miles to Chimney Pond Ranger Cabin. The female victim was air lifted to a hospital in Millinocket by a United States Army Reserve Helicopter the following morning. The poor weather would not allow the helicopter to attempt a rescue on the ridge.
"It was about 50 degrees with 30 to 40 miles-per-hour winds on Hamlin Ridge," said Howes. "We got to the victim at 9 a.m. on Saturday morning, and started carrying her down the ridge at 10 a.m. We arrived at the ranger's cabin at 7:30 p.m."
"Everyone on the rescue was wet due to the relentless, wind driven rain," Howes explained. "It rained an inch that day. We had to keep moving the entire time in order to stay warn, or we could have become victims of hypothermia. Toward the end of this experience park rangers arrived on the trail with 70 sandwiches that they had purchased from a downtown Millinocket store, and cookies that a ranger baked."
The lesson that Howes would like to convey is not only that Maine is blessed with highly trained and dedicated rescuers, but that hikers must be prepared for the challenges that they will face.
Howes noted that the two victims were ill-prepared for the weather and inexperienced as hikers.
"I personally want to give thanks to all of the rescuers who showed up and put their lives on the line to save other individuals," said Howes. "The level of camaraderie and teamwork was outstanding. That we were able to get the victim in the litter off the mountain before dark given the adverse weather conditions and trail conditions is a highly commendable act. This demonstrates the skill level of Maine search and rescue personnel, park personnel, and their ability to organize in such a short period of time."
"We really had it down," noted Howes. "We had EMT's, Wilderness First Responders, and a physician who is a member of the Lincoln Search and Rescue Team all on the scene."
Unity College is a small private college in rural Maine that provides dedicated, engaged students with a liberal arts education which emphasizes the environment and natural resources. Unity College graduates are prepared to be environmental stewards, effective leaders, and responsible citizens through active learning experiences within a supportive community.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
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