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well, as everyone seems to be saying this week, that was quick, wasn't it?
but i'm not talking just about the apology. i'm talking about the whole transparent charade that the g.o.p. has been staging over the last month.
when michael steele proudly beat crypto-racist katon dawson after six contentious rounds of committee voting, conservatives heralded his victory as a bona fide statement that republicans were ready to "rebrand themselves" and reach out to the hearts and minds of voters outside the shrinking circle of old white men now composing the increasingly bitter rump of the party.
the georgetown university-trained lawyer and seasoned veteran of television talk shows is expected to become a highly visible spokesman for republicans. his moderate views and charisma could help the party combat the impression that it is insensitive to minorities, working people and those with divergent views on social and economic issues. he's also likely to bring more openness and diversity to the rnc.
in his victory speech, mr. steele promised something else that rank-and-file republicans are hungry for — election wins.
who knows if steele really believed his own pandering hip-hop hype, but he certainly believed he had new muscles to flex and new capital to spend, presumably bestowed upon him by the shiny new epaulets he'd just won. it was a belief brought abjectly to its knees just 31 days later.
even if the u.s.s. g.o.p. weren't already imploding on seemingly a dozen different decks, whatever's left is in no danger of being overrun by eager multiethnic recruits after steele's groveling performance. he'd bragged, just a day earlier, in front of millions of viewers, that he was the commander, and lord limbaugh showed him, just a day later, in front of millions of listeners, that the crew belonged to him, as it always did, and that steele was just another one of his cabin boys, a punk, a wayward prag.
yeah, that's the kind of ship i want to serve, where an ambitious cadet, from any background, can move up the ranks on his own merit — all the way up to cabin boy. where race truly no longer matters, because now anyone can work hard for a place in line servicing a loud, loathsome, bloated bigoted gasbag.
no, steele won't be winning over any new hearts or minds, which renders him useless, since that was the whole point of his election — expanding the party base. groveling eunuchs don't inspire enlistment, so his emasculation is complete. he didn't bring with him anybody who wasn't already on board and who hadn't already pledged their allegiance to lord limbaugh, who with the back of his hand, and with everyone watching, showed steele what steele had either forgotten or pretended wasn't true. now no one can pretend any longer.
in hemingway's "the short happy life of francis macomber" the title figure is pitied by his game guide as a "boy-man", after macomber succumbs to panic during a close call in the field, then loses his wife to the guide. but when macomber helps kill two buffalo the next day, he gains a measure of manhood, enough to stand up to his contemptuous wife:
... some of them stay little boys so long, wilson thought. sometimes all their lives. their figures stay boyish when they're fifty. the great american boy-men. damned strange people. but he liked this macomber now. damned strange fellow. probably meant the end of cuckoldry too. well, that would be a damned good thing. damned good thing. beggar had probably been afraid all his life. don't know what started it. but over now. hadn't had time to be afraid with the buff. that and being angry too. motor car too. motor cars made it familiar. be a damn fire eater now.
however, macomber's newfound "happy life" is cut short when his wife shoots him as a buffalo charges — and not quite by accident, the guide suspects.
the weekend drama "the short happy life of chairman steele" illustrates a sad reversal: the title figure gains a measure of manhood after a close contest. he succumbs to over-confidence and publicly insults his contemptuous patron. a swift edifying bitchslap forces him to publicly renounce his pretend manhood and affirm his cabin boyhood. thus ends steele's "happy life".
lord limbaugh's bitchslap educated steele at a time when the world's most famous and most popular non-white leader is exercising, in stark contrast, not pretend power, but real, far-reaching power, not only over his own party but also keenly felt by his rivals, who are desperately trying to pretend that their own "magic negro" is just as good. even now, nancy pelosi, the first female house speaker, is batting away divisive rumors that she herself is wielding too much power of her own.
so, really, which ship would you rather sign up with?
the one looking for just a few good "boys" ... ?
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No one likes to be deceived. We prefer the truth even though it is unpleasant. People are disturbed when told by their doctor that they have cancer, but it is even more disturbing to have cancer and to find out that the doctor did not tell you the truth.
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TWO hundred dollars to spend on wine. What would most of us aim to get out of our 200 smackers? Weird and wonderful wines, perhaps made from semi-dried strogolone grapes grown at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, aged in old horse troughs by a one-eyed Neapolitan astrologer? Not likely. Wines to show off to our tossy friends? Why bother? Wines that tell a story about a hot young winemaking star? Hardly. What most people want are bargains, and plenty of 'em.
Even people who buy Penfolds Grange or French burgundy are allergic to paying top dollar for their plonk. So I set out to spend my $200 on bargains. I scouted various retailers to put a dozen wines together that I reckon over-deliver in quality without crippling the budget.
At the full recommended retail price, these wines are great value; most were on special at the time of writing, making them a steal.
Buying by the dozen or half dozen can sometimes knock a few more dollars off, so it's worth asking. My budget allows me to buy four each of these bottles:
Mike Press Adelaide Hills Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2011
Single-vineyard cool-climate chardonnay never came so inexpensive. This is an elegant, subtle, unoaked wine with refined melony varietal personality, good texture and a long, fine finish. Lovely unfussed drinking. $11 at City Wine Shop, city.
McWilliams Mount Pleasant Elizabeth Semillon 2011
This Hunter Valley wine has it all: historic pedigree, classical regional style, drinkability in youth, amazing ageworthiness – and all at a bargain price. Lemony and bracing now with the promise of toasty complexity in the years ahead. $12.99 (usually $18) at Dan Murphy's.
Tahbilk Marsanne 2011
Forgive the repetition, but this Nagambie Lakes white wine has it all too: pedigree, classical style, drinkability, ageworthiness, low price. Floral, honeyed, citrusy, light yet intense. Spring-like and pure, it will be rich and complex with time. $12.99 (usually $18.65) at Boccaccio Cellars, Balwyn.
Dopff au Moulin Riesling 2010
Right at the exotic end of the riesling spectrum, Dopff from France's Alsace region is an exclusive import of Dan Murphy's. Expect to pay $25-plus for similar wines from other producers. Lush, rich, slightly fruit-sweet, dry finishing, with a luxurious feel far beyond its price tag. $13.60 at Dan Murphy's.
De Bortoli Windy Peak Pinot Noir 2011
A remarkable transformation has taken place in Australian pinot noir in the past decade or so. Once, any pinot worth the name cost plenty, and cheaper versions were a waste of space. Not any more. Windy Peak delivers some of the lyrical magic that makes this mysterious red grape so addictive. $11.99, or $9.99 by the dozen (usually $14), at Nillumbik Cellars, Diamond Creek.
HOW much wine can you buy for $200? Clearly, a lot; more than a dozen – and possibly two dozen – bottles. But are you after quantity or quality? These kinds of wines aren't necessarily bargains, just cheap. A bargain is a wine that you have some experience of at a price that's less than what you usually pay. You have to know what you are buying first, so taste the wine or buy a bottle and taste it and only then go back for the dozen. That's buying wisely.
Get to know your wine source. Wine clubs support their members with not only good prices but aged releases and one-offs. Supermarkets slash prices because of the quantities they buy, but they are increasingly bringing in their own brands with little or no wine-drinking history. Be aware. Some, such as Dan Murphy's, buy and age well-known brands in excellent storage conditions.
Keep in mind, provenance can be vitally important.
Independent retailers pride themselves on wines from smaller producers, but bargains can still be found. Don't make assumptions.
Finally, seeking out a good price should not come at the cost of loyalty. I am still buying and enjoying wines from the same producers I was buying from 10 or 20 years ago. I have been watching their prices, the change of vintages, etc. My appreciation of those wines remains because I can see the continuation of quality at a fair price.
I don't tend to chop and change, constantly chasing down bargain prices. Is it a fair price for the quality or not? A wine drinker builds an in-built bargain-meter of their own over time. Here's how I would spend it wisely on wines to drink right now:
Penfolds Reserve Bin 2005 Aged Release Riesling
Penfolds once considered Eden Valley riesling as a possible "White Grange" (chardonnay eventually got the gig) and it's easy to see why in this fabulous aged release available under Dan Murphy's excellent cellar-release program. $32.99 at Dan Murphy's.
All Saints Estate Family Reserve Marsanne 2010
All Saints is kicking big goals with its sophisticated interpretation of this underrated Rhone Valley grape. Pretty jasmine scent, spring flowers with signature honeysuckle to the fore, balanced acidity. $30 from allsaintswine苏州美甲学校.au. Also at Prince Wine Store, Burwood Cellars and Barrique Wine Store, Healesville.
Le Sorelle di Suavia Soave
A little charmer, Le Sorelle brings a touch of summer to a cold winter's day with its bright fruit intensity. Italian soave is never loud and this wine, with crisp apple, stone-fruit and a touch of almond, is terrific.$14.99 at Vintage Cellars and 1st Choice Liquor, which import it direct.
Pleno Tempranillo 2010
Here's your tapas – or pizza – wine. Strong, solid fruit, rounded easy approachability all for less than $20 a bottle. A no-fuss style with plenty of black-cherry spice, this tempranillo hails from Navarra, Spain. Love the generous middle palate. $16.50 at Blackhearts & Sparrows, Armadale Cellars and the importer, Randall's, Geelong.
Campbells 2010: The Sixties Block
The list of ingredients is long and mixed – shiraz, tempranillo, graciano, tinta cao, souzao, carignan – but together they rock. Made in small quantities, distribution is mainly limited to cellar door or wine club customers. $28 at Cellarbrations, Elwood and Majestic Cellars, Mount Eliza.
Dowie Doole G&T Garnacha/Tempranillo 2011
Super-friendly red from McLaren Vale with a Spanish kick; the grapes are the star here: generous, juicy black and red fruits, discreet tannins, oak not for the sake of it. $25 from the Dowie Doole website (dowiedoole苏州美甲学校); a discount can apply.
Clarence Plains JV Pinot Noir 2011
You want a wine "bargain" to shed the dollars, right? Online retailer The Pinot Shop does just that with the Clarence Plains 2011 Tassie pinot, dropping the price from $25.50 to $23 a bottle. Off young vines, it's boisterous in redcurrant, cherry fruit. Tasty and pleasing. $23 (usually $25.50) at www.pinotshop苏州美甲学校
Mount Horrocks Cordon Cut Riesling 2011, 375ml
Got to have a sweetie in your $200 wine basket and this consistent performer from the Clare Valley is always top value. Recently took out the trophy for top Aussie sweet riesling at the 2012 International Wine Challenge, no doubt aided by a little botrytis – a first for the style – to add complexity. $30 from the online cellar door at mounthorrocks苏州美甲学校
NOT everyone has a sexy independent bottle shop at the end of the street. In regional Victoria, the local pub or supermarket selection may be as good as it gets.
For me, getting to a big booze barn with a wider range means a 30-kilometre round trip. Because I come from a winemaking family, it also means feeling like a Presbyterian aunt on an illicit visit to the pokies: it's fun and cheap, but I know some of those discounts come from putting the pinch on producers.
Still, the deals are hard to go past.
On the upside, I live in a winegrowing area. The best wines from top-rated wineries often come at special-occasion prices. But many such wineries, in my region and others, offer "second labels".
These are like cheaper rooms at luxury hotels: no personal butler, but there's the aesthetic and attention to detail you'd expect at higher prices. Plus, cellar doors let you try before you buy.
Here's how I spent $200 locally on a weekday afternoon.
McWilliams Mount Pleasant Elizabeth Semillon 2011
A perennial class act from the Hunter, widely available and known for cellaring beautifully. Opened now, it smells of fresh straw and has a racy, lemony finish. $16.99 at Ritchies IGA, Dromana.
Taylors Estate Chardonnay 2010
From South Australia's Clare region, another wine you can find almost anywhere: nicely balanced mainstream chardonnay if you're after a traditional Aussie style with peachy flavours and simple oak. $15.99 (special) at Ritchies IGA, Dromana.
Pewsey Vale Riesling 2011
Pristine, floral, citrusy – I'd pay $20 or more for this lovely wine from South Australia's Eden region. At $15, I grab two. $15 (special), 1st Choice, Mornington.
Houghton White Classic 2011
The label is vague about varieties and region, simply saying "Western Australia", but I'm reassured by a silver medal from a decent wine show. Aromatic with a whiff of passionfruit; some sweetness on the finish makes it best drunk pretty cold. Google suggests the blend might include chenin blanc, chardonnay, verdelho, riesling and semillon. $9 at 1st Choice.
Dal Zotto Pucino Prosecco
Junior sibling to this King Valley winery's flagship prosecco, the Pucino is crisp and zesty with a hint of apple; a lively, inviting aperitif. $22, 1st Choice.
Cattier Brut Premier Cru
Fine-beaded and smelling of vanilla french toast, this champagne has been known to beat bigger names in blind tastings. Sold through retailers owned by the Coles group. $40 at 1st Choice.
Yabby Lake Red Claw Pinot Noir 2010
Pinot noir is the Mornington Peninsula's star variety, notoriously fiddly to grow. Plus, it likes time maturing in expensive French oak barrels. Yabby Lake's entry-level version is plummy and mouth-filling. For the same price Red Claw chardonnay 2010 is clean, elegant and complex, with discreet oak. $22.50 at Yabby Lake, Tuerong.
Quealy Balnarring Vineyard Chardonnay 2010
Chardonnay is another variety this region does well: this is unoaked, in a fresh, modern style, creamy and textured, but with a clean finish. $20 at Quealy Wines, Balnarring.
Montalto – Pennon Hill Melange Blanc 2010
Single-variety wines are in vogue and single-vineyard wines often priced at a premium, so blends of different grapes from different locations sometimes come cheaper. This "melange" of peninsula-grown pinot gris, riesling and muscat tastes minerally and floral, almost Italian – a reminder that clever blending can make good drinking. $23 at Montalto, Red Hill South.
Buying smart
■ Join a winery mailing list or wine club. Some offer a rewards scheme (eg, All Saints Estate), or maybe great bin ends or experimental, small-batch wines not commercially available.
■ If you are buying wines online, check delivery costs; they do vary. Many offer free delivery with a dozen bottles or more ordered.
■ Attend winemaker dinners or tastings in-store. Often wine bought on the day or night will come with a discount.
■ Don't buy on impulse. If you can, try before you buy, especially when buying by the half dozen or more.
■ The more expensive wines don't necessarily offer the better value. Don't get seduced by hype. Are you buying to impress or to enjoy?
■ If you have a Costco membership, don't forget to check out the wine section, where some of Melbourne's better wine discounts can be found, especially champagne.
■ Look to wines imported direct by retailers, thus avoiding the middleman. Savings can be between 25 per cent and 40 per cent.
■ The big supermarket chains buy some bigger production wines in quantities that bring extra value to the $25 and less price point.
■ Check out companies that offer wine en primeur – buy now, pick up on release.
■ Follow Epicure's wine coverage to keep in touch with retailers taking a slasher to their prices.
Cathy Gowdie is co-owner of a Mornington Peninsula vineyard.
Price guides listed here were correct at time of writing but might vary.
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- To facilitate importation of goods, Customs clearing and forwarding at the offices of Commissioner of Customs and Excise.
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- Copy of Certificate of Incorporation
- Copy of CR12
- Copy of Memorandum and Article of Association (optional)
- Copy of PIN Certificate for one of the company?s directors
- Copy of Tax Compliance certificate of one of the company?s directors
- Copy of the Acknowledgement receipt
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1. Visit iTax, to initiate the process.
2. Click on New "PIN registration"
3. Select Taxpayer type "Non-Individual"
4. Mode of registration (choose either online form or upload form)
5. Business type as "Others" and select appropriate business sub type
6. Tax Obligations include:
Income Tax Resident/Non - Resident ?This is a compulsory tax obligation for both resident and non ? resident individuals for purposes of declaring any income earned within a stipulated period of time. Read More
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Turnover Tax ? It is applicable to businesses whose turnover (income) does not exceed Kshs. 5 million during any year of income. Mainly for those in the informal sector where tax procedures, computation and record keeping are basic. Read More
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7. Select your ?Source of income? if any and provide necessary details under source selected
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9. Fill in correct answer to arithmetic sum provided and click on ?Submit?
10. Ensure you input at least 1 PIN of the company director(s) to will be used for the initiation process. Always ensure the directors details are tax compliant and is on iTax.
You will receive an acknowledgment receipt on completion of the online application.
A follow up email will be sent to you with either further instructions on where to present the required documentation for verification or a PIN certificate.


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Monday, January 2, 2017
Former House of Reps Speaker, Na'Abba Leads New Political Group
Na'Abba speaking during the official launching of the political group, said the formation of the political group had become necessary, having taken into cognizance, the way and manner politicians were being deprived of their rights in all the political parties in the state. He said the sole aim of forming the political group was to seek a possible way out of the present situation faced by those deprived.
"We have seen the damage done to democracy in Nigeria for almost two decades now. And you will agree with me that the outcome of such damage done to Nigerian politics only spell doom for politicians.
"We have asked ourselves that for how long shall we fold our hands and watch things growing from bad to worse. It is time for us to unite and look for possible avenues to liberate Nigerian polity and Nigerian politicians," he said.
Membership of the group, according to Prof. Sule Bello who is an elder of the new group, cut across all political parties with the aim of liberating all politicians from being politically deprived.
It is, however not yet clear whether the new platform is created to provide an alternative for the aggrieved ones in the existing movements in Kano State.
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What is Degenerative Disc Disease?
Degenerative Disc Disease explained by Las Vegas, Summerlin, and Henderson Nevada's Top Pain Doctors
This degeneration can also lead to other changes in the body, such as:
- Osteoarthritis: A chronic condition associated with cartilage damage. If the cartilage sustains enough damage, there is a high risk of bone rubbing directly onto bone.
- Herniated disc: A condition characterized by damaged intervertebral discs, causing them to bulge or break.
- Spinal stenosis: A condition characterized by a restriction of the spinal canal that is caused by a narrowing of the spinal column.
Facts About Degenerative Disc Disease – Watch This Pain Doctor Explain!
The pain associated with degenerative disc disease can occur throughout the spine, though in some cases the pain is localized to the affected intervertebral disc. This pain may worsen with movement. The specific symptoms of pain associated with degenerative disc disease can vary widely. Some patients will experience the pain as a highly specific sharp stab, while others report that the pain is more general and widespread. Additional symptoms associated with degenerative disc disease include numbness and tingling sensations. In some cases, the pain can radiate from the spine to the extremities.
Causes of Degenerative Disc DiseaseThough the literature remains somewhat unclear, the majority of existing evidence indicates that degenerative disc disease is primarily associated with normal changes within the intervertebral discs over time. Indeed, normal wear and tear on the body is not sufficient to account for the pain typically associated with this condition, and some scientists disagree about the actual cause of this condition. Nonetheless, the symptoms of pain associated with degenerative disc disease are believed to arise from inflammation resulting in compression and instability of the intervertebral discs. Instability of the intervertebral discs is believed to lead to reflexive muscle spasms that may also account for this pain.
Factors other than normal aging have been identified as playing a role in the degeneration of intervertebral discs. They include age, history of smoking, and ethnicity. Some studies have shown that degenerative disc disease tends to run in families, which suggests that the condition also has a genetic component.
Treatments for Degenerative Disc Disease
While there are many treatments available to help provide relief to patients experiencing pain associated with degenerative disc disease, it is recommended that patients who are not experiencing severe, debilitating pain attempt conservative, at-home treatments first. For instance, physical therapy, including targeted exercises, routine stretches, and low-impact aerobic conditioning has been shown to be beneficial to degenerative disc disease patients. Alternating applications of cold and hot compresses is also recommended to help with pain and discomfort.
Over-the-counter pain relievers may also be beneficial in providing relief from pain. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) may help patients who are experiencing moderate pain. These medications are recommended because of their ability to reduce inflammation in the affected intervertebral disc and thereby reduce the associated pain. Oral corticosteroids, such as prednisone and cortisone, may also be recommended to reduce pain and inflammation of the affected area.
Individuals whose pain does not respond to over-the-counter remedies may wish to speak to their doctor about prescribing an opioid medication to help manage the pain. Opioids are among the oldest classes of drug therapies available. The effects, similar to morphine, are a decreased perception of pain, decreased reaction to pain, and increased pain tolerance. Studies have provided ample support for the use of opioids in short-term relief of sudden-onset, severe pain; however, concerns related to the misuse and abuse of this medication suggest that long-term use of opioids for managing pain is contraindicated.Patients with chronic or severe pain may wish to try more aggressive forms of pain management. For instance, epidural steroid injections have been shown to be successful in providing a reduction in pain for patients with degenerative disc disease. TENS units, which are devices that deliver a very mild electrical stimulation to the affected area, have also received some support for individuals with degenerative disc disease. Additionally, there is some indication that patients can experience a significant reduction in pain with spinal cord stimulation. This procedure involves implanting a device near the spinal column that delivers electrical impulses to control the transmission of pain signals from the nerves within the spine.
In terms of alternative techniques, biofeedback training has received support for helping patients manage the pain symptoms associated with degenerative disc disease. This treatment involves teaching patients relaxation and coping skills.
Complementary therapies have also shown promise for patients with degenerative disc disease. Techniques, such as acupuncture, when done in combination with other forms of treatment for pain, can be extremely beneficial.
ConclusionDegenerative disc disease is a controversial and frequently misunderstood condition involving pain that is associated with aging of the intervertebral discs within the spine. With age, these discs can become inflamed and irritated, leading to pain in the back and neck. There are a number of treatment options available for managing the symptoms associated with degenerative disc disease. Patients are encouraged to attempt conservative, at-home techniques as a first-line treatment for managing pain. However, if their symptoms persist or worsen, or if your symptoms are severe and debilitating, it is recommended that you speak with your doctor about more aggressive forms of pain management.
- Benyamin RM, Manchikanti L, Parr AT, et al. The effectiveness of lumbar interlaminar epidural injections in managing chronic low back and lower extremity pain. Pain Physician. 2012;15(4):E363-404.
- Bogduk N. Degenerative joint disease of the spine. Radiol Clin North Am. 2012;50(4):613-28.
- Hughes SP, Freemont AJ, Hukins DW, McGreggor AH, Roberts S. The pathogenesis of degeneration of the intervertebral disc and emerging therapies in the management of back pain. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 2012;94(10):1298-304.
- Karppinen J, Shen FH, Luk KD, Andersson GB, Cheung KM, Samartzis D. Management of degenerative disk disease and chronic low back pain. Orthop Clin North Am. 2011;42(4):513-28.
- Lee AS, Ellman MB, Yan D, et al. A current review of molecular mechanisms regarding osteoarthritis and pain. Gene. 2013;527(2):440-7.
- Lotz JC, Haughton V, Boden SD, et al. New treatments and imaging strategies in degenerative disease of the intervertebral disks. Radiology. 2012;264(1):6-19.
- Manchikanti L, Boswell MV, Singh V, et al. Comprehensive evidence-based guidelines for interventional techniques in the management of chronic spinal pain. Pain Physician. 2009;12:699-802.


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It's easy to get started with SpaceCraft, and like many of the free website creators out there, it offers attractive templates for you to use. These templates make for easy website design because it's a bit like plug-and-play design. There aren't nearly as many predesigned templates to use with SpaceCraft as its competitors, but you also have the freedom to design your own with a couple of basic blank templates you can use as a guide. Plus, SpaceCraft offers design services if you'd prefer to have a professional create the look you want.
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SpaceCraftThe Best Website Builder and Design Software of 2019
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Sketchcrawl London Uk by Kev
Hey everybody! I went into London yesterday for a fun day of sketching. Been meaning to do something like this for a very long time but just never found the time (or made the time?). Thanks to Enrico for doing this I now have the motivation to get out there more often. The London weather was quite m...
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Very cool Kazu. Love all your work. Those drawings would make a great little book.
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I should be sketchcrawling London as well, if all goes to plan. Also not a Brit though, from South Africa, but live here now!
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The points made in the article include -
- There is confusion among the courts as to how many "Parts" the Medicare statute has.
- The courts sometimes erroneously characterize participation in a Medicare Advantage plan as "opting out of" Medicare.
- They frequently erroneously refer to a Medicare Advantage plan's Medicare coverage as "an insurance policy." (But Part B coverage itself is characterized as insurance.)
- They frequently distinguish between original Medicare and Medicare Advantage by saying that original Medicare pays benefits directly. In truth, both original Medicare and the Medicare Advantage program involve payment of benefits through contractors.
- They frequently refer to CMS making Medicare payments to beneficiaries. In truth, Medicare nearly always pays its benefits to providers, not directly to beneficiaries.
When a Medicare Advantage plan asserts a claim for reimbursement after a beneficiary obtains a monetary recovery, he says, "personal injury attorneys often respond by running into court for relief" and they assert that a determination that conditionally paid Medicare benefits must be repaid "has nothing to do with Medicare benefits." He suggests that lawyers making that argument should be sanctioned for making that argument, because numerous cases have held that a reimbursement decision is also subject to the requirement that the administrative appeal process be pursued before the issue may be brought before a court.
What he does not mention is that, while that position is accurate when the reimbursement demand is made against the Medicare beneficiary, the claimant who has recovered money against a defendant, it is not accurate, and never has been accurate, when the reimbursement demand is made against the liability or no-fault carrier as primary payer. This is a discrepancy which affects both original Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
It is true that "initial determinations" as to benefits arise under the Medicare statute and must be handled administratively, whether or not they are made by a payment contractor under original Medicare or by a Medicare Advantage plan. But the discussion ignores the fact that a demand made against a primary payer for reimbursement under the MSP laws or by a Medicare Advantage plan is not an "initial determination" and cannot be handled under the administrative appeal process.
Note: The following discussion is now outdated as a result of the issuance of the Final Rule in late February 2015. See our June 2015 posting on this topic.
The 4,413-page Medicare Claims Processing Manual, published by CMS and available online, specifies that a reimbursement demand made upon a primary payer is not an "initial determination" that would allow the primary payer to invoke the administrative appeal process.
As we noted in our our March 9, 2014 posting, CMS has proposed a new regulation that would provide for an administrative remedy after a reimbursement decision. In its announcement in the Federal Register, 78 FR 78802, at p. 78804, CMS stated:
"Currently, if an MSP recovery demand is issued to the beneficiary as the identified debtor, the beneficiary has formal administrative appeal rights and eventual judicial review as set forth in subpart I of part 405. If the recovery demand is issued to the applicable plan as the identified debtor, currently the applicable plan has no formal administrative appeal rights or judicial review. CMS' recovery contractor addresses any dispute raised by the applicable plan, but there is no multilevel formal appeal process.
"In order for an action to be subject to the appeal process set forth in subpartThere is simply no administrative remedy currently available for the primary payer in the event of a wrong reimbursement decision. That is the very reason that CMS has proposed adding reimbursement decisions to the regulations. Until that new rule is adopted, there is no way for a primary payer to correct an error in the process of asserting a reimbursement claim other than seeking relief from a court.
I of 42 CFR Part 405, there must be an 'initial determination.' We propose, in §405.924, Actions that are initial determinations, to add a new paragraph §405.924(b)(15) providing that a determination that Medicare has a recovery claim where Medicare is pursuing recovery directly from an applicable plan is an initial determination with respect to the amount of or existence of the MSP recovery claim. . . The MSP provisions in section 1862(b) of the Act establish that Medicare has a direct right of recovery against a primary payer. Currently under §405.926(k), determinations under these provisions that Medicare has a recovery against a particular primary payer, are not initial determinations for purposes of part 405 subpart I. "
The SMART Act, passed in 2012 and signed into law in January 2013, required that the Secretary of HHS adopt regulations to provide for administrative appeals by primary payers from reimbursement decisions - which was the proposal made in March 2014. We expect that, when the final rule is adopted, this "wrinkle" will disappear.


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The transformation of digitalis from a folk medicine, foxglove, to a modern drug, digoxin, illustrates principles of modern pharmacology that have helped make drugs safer and more effective. Digitalis was improved because its preparation was standardized, first by bioassay and then by chemical methods; however, few of today's herbs are standardized by methods that can ensure a consistent product and, hence, consistent safety and efficacy profiles. Many herbs have been evaluated in randomized, controlled trials, and several—St. John's wort and ginkgo, for example—are apparently effective. Yet, many trials of herbs have limited value because of poor design, small samples, and, above all, use of products of uncertain composition and consistency. The uncertain composition of many herbal products raises questions about their safety, as does evidence indicating that herbs may have harmful interactions with prescription drugs. Such adverse effects of herbs are probably underreported. Meanw le, systematic studies, such as those identifying adverse reactions to drugs, are hindered because herbal preparations are not standardized—one brand of St. John's wort, for example, will differ chemically from another—and, unlike for prescription drugs, there are no databases linking herb consumption to later medical problems. Since herbal medicines are regulated as dietary supplements, they are not subject to the premarketing regulatory clearance required for drugs. The burden of proof is on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to show a dietary supplement is unsafe, unlike for drugs, which cannot be approved until the manufacturer has demonstrated safety and effectiveness.
Goldman P. Herbal Medicines Today and the Roots of Modern Pharmacology. Ann Intern Med. 2001;135:594–600. doi: https://doi.org/10.7326/0003-4819-135-8_Part_1-200110160-00010
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If you haven't read part one, do that first.
So, I woke up one morning and decided I'd never smoke again, and to make quitting easier, I'd also temporarily stopped drinking alcohol. The first week or so was fairly uneventful, and I was all, "Pffffft, this isn't so hard, I don't know why everyone says it is!" Oh, my aching hubris.
As days rolled into weeks, I came to the realization that cigarettes had become a sort of social anxiety "bandage" for me, in lieu of developing actual healthy coping mechanisms or addressing the anxiety. For most of my 20s I didn't have health insurance and couldn't afford a therapist. Smoking was my therapy. But now, I wasn't smoking nor was I able to temporarily numb the anxiety with booze (because that would lead to smoking).
I'd estimate that about 90% of adult socializing, if it doesn't involve children or religion, involves alcohol. I tried to spend time with my friends, but I grew increasingly resentful when I watched them drinking/smoking. Even the faintest lingering tobacco odor was enough to trigger a downward spiral of negative thoughts: "I never get to have another cigarette ever again; I'm always going to want to smoke for the rest of my life; even when I do drink again I can never let myself get too drunk, because then I'll try to bum a cigarette!"
Nevertheless, I continued not smoking, so I eventually began opting out of socializing entirely. As an introvert, the idea of spending a Friday night at home — alone, with a book, listening to a chillhop streaming radio station, marinading with a Lush bath bomb in my giant garden tub — sounded great to me. (I miss that bathtub!) When I reached the 60 day mark, my friends who were former smokers all assured me that the worst of it was behind me now.
Here's the thing about quitting: people openly talk about side effects like cravings, irritability, headaches, weight gain… virtually nobody talks about the fact that, hey, if you already struggle with mental illness, nicotine withdrawal can seriously f@#$ you up. The short explanation is nicotine consumption causes your brain to release dopamine (hence a relationship between mental illness and addictive behaviors), and suddenly cutting that off means you may be more likely to experience unwanted changes in mood or emotional state.
I'm not talking about just "having the sads." About the best way I can describe how I felt was engulfed in a miasma of nihilistic emptiness. Life seemed pointless to a level of absurdity. I'd already lost interest in socializing, but now I started to lose interest in everything.
I went to see both my regular doctor and then two different therapists (none of this was free, by the way) and nobody seemed willing to help me. Apparently you aren't allowed to advocate for your own mental health, because as soon as you suggest that maybe you need medicine and that your problem can't be treated with diet, exercise, meditation, or "quitting caffeine" (yes, those are actual suggestions given to me by medical professionals), they assume you're a drug seeker and dismiss you outright.
After having a scary moment where I felt the compulsion to drive my car off a bridge, I went back to my regular doctor, intending to give her a logical but impassioned plea to, you know, help me not kill myself. Instead of giving her the calm, rational explanation I'd prepared, I ended up breaking down into ugly crying. I guess this made her FINALLY see the gravity of my situation, and she sent me home with a prescription for Wellbutrin.
To say that this medicine saved my life is not an understatement. It was like night and day for my mental health. Now, I'd love to say everything was 200% easier from then on, and end this post with "and I lived happily ever after," but…
My marriage dissolved by the end of 2017. It was not related directly to my quitting, but that certainly didn't improve an already deteriorating situation. Of course I'd hoped he would want to quit with me, but that's not something you can guilt or coerce someone into. Sometimes people grow in different ways, and there isn't anyone at fault. I think that my giving up smoking was just part of that.
Another thing nobody talks about is that when you quit, your sense of smell comes back, and for me it came back with an unholy vengeance. Since I'd been numbing myself with alcohol and tobacco (and sometimes other drugs) for so long, I'd forgotten how much of a sensory overload it is to just live a "normal" life… like, sober. I have no idea if other people struggle with this, but it seemed like the world was all at once an extraordinarily stinky place.
I could find a coworker by following their perfume trail down the hallway, I could identify people who all used the same brand of laundry detergent, I could walk into someone's home and immediately know if they had a dog and/or cat. I stopped using any kind of personal care products with scents because they were all terrible. And don't even get me started on food — people who microwave fish in shared work spaces should be fired, lol.
So, everything I've described up to this point probably makes quitting smoking sound like the worst experience on the planet. In reality, it's not as bad as people say — it's actually worse. But, it's also completely worth it.
No matter how miserable I felt, there has never been a point in the last 2 years where I ever wanted to go back to smoking. Because after I pushed past the initial withdrawal period and the struggles that ensued, some amazing things happened:
- Not only did running become more enjoyable, I shaved almost 20 minutes off my best half marathon time. For reference: as a smoker, I ran my best half in 2:26. As a non-smoker I ran it in 2:09. (This was with zero additional training or other lifestyle changes besides quitting.)
- Food started to taste better, and I lost the desire for extremely salty or sugary flavors. Instead I was appreciating simple things like the sweetness of a raw carrot or the umami of roasted seaweed.
- My skin and teeth improved. I didn't have to spend any money on professional teeth whitening; the stains naturally went away with regular oral care (brushing, flossing, mouthwash). The creases on my face went away and I dropped a bunch of products from my skincare routine because I didn't need them anymore. (Now I just wash with a gentle cleanser, wear sunscreen every day, use a moisturizer at night, and exfoliate 1 or 2 times a week.)
- I saved SO. Much. Money. I calculated that with my regular habit I was spending about $800 a year (or more) on cigarettes. Smoke money became tattoo money!
- I stopped getting the annual "really bad respiratory infection" that almost every smoker seems to get, usually in winter.
- Traveling became a lot more enjoyable because I wasn't constantly either waiting for a chance to smoke, attempting to find a place to smoke, or trying to ration cigarettes. This especially made a difference when flying / being in airports, as well as cities where you're not allowed to smoke in many public areas.
- I stopped constantly worrying if my hair, clothes, or car smell like an ashtray.
- I felt happy to quit making all that garbage — cigarette filters contain plastic and aren't biodegradable, and the packs contain non-recyclable plastic and foil. Plastic lighters aren't recyclable either.
- Instead of causing me to be drowsy or sedate, Wellbutrin had a mild stimulant effect (not sure how common this is), which resulted in newfound energy to do things like finish a painting for the first time in years.
- The initially awful aspects of quitting did improve. Cravings do in fact go away. I've been drunk, both in and out of smoky bars/casinos, and at no point have I ever felt compelled to light up. I enjoy being around people now more than I used to (which I honestly did not think was possible).
Usually people think of quitting something as taking the "easy" way out, but in this case, it's anything but easy. If you're considering dropping the habit, just know that it's hard, but also know that in this case, quitters DO win.


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Support WA's Only Legal Voice for the Environment
From the far north Kimberley to the southern forests, from remnant Perth bushland to the Great Western Woodlands, the Environmental Defender's Office WA (EDO WA) has helped protect WA's amazing environment for over 20 years.
EDO WA is only environmental community legal centre in WA, working with communities to defend the environment through law.
Currently, we receive no government funding, and instead rely on private financial support to continue helping communities protect and conserve WA's beautiful and fragile environment.
Your support is vital to ensuring that we can continue to provide access to justice to communities in WA seeking to protect the environment for future generations.
What will we do?
With your help, EDO WA will be addressing the following key priorities in 2017:
- Protection of WA's biodiversity - advising and advocating for better protection of WA's biodiversity through existing legislation.
- State-based action on climate change - identifying and promoting the pathways for the State to take better account of national and international commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Law reform – working on several exciting law reform projects to strengthen WA's environmental laws and protect the State's biodiversity.
Who is EDO WA?
Operating independently since 1996, the EDO WA is a not-for-profit community legal centre specialising in public interest environmental law.
We provide free or low-cost environmental legal services to communities across WA to defend the environment and promote environmental protection through law.
We do this by:
- Providing legal advice to communities and, if required, representing them in tribunals and courts;
- Hosting community workshops and producing easy to understand guides to environmental laws, to enable the public to navigate the complex legal system and better participate in environmental management and decisions; and
- Contributing expert input to government and non-government law reform initiatives designed to protect the environment and to strengthen the legal system.
In 2014 and 2015 the EDOWA's Commonwealth and State funding was completely removed.
This has negatively impacted upon the work we do.
We now rely solely on community financial and volunteer support to continue to provide our vital services and to ensure we are ready to respond when our help is required.
What have we delivered so far?
We have had many successes along the way:
- EDO Counsel acted in the successful WA Supreme Court case that led to the overturning of approval of the massive James Price Point gas development near Broome;
- Assisting community groups in stopping a coal mine project near Margaret River;
- Acting in the Mining Warden's Court to expand the public's right to object to mining tenements on environmental grounds;
- Representing a Nyikina Traditional Custodian of the Lower Fitzroy River in the Kimberley to prevent coal mining;
- Representing several conservation groups opposing mining projects in the magnificent Helena Aurora Range;
- Representing a Yawuru Traditional Custodian of country in and around Broome against a fracking project; and
- Providing expert legal advice to government on a range of environmental and public interest legal issues; including the public right to protest, biodiversity conservation legislation, landcare law, water law reform and much more.
How can you support WA's legal voice for the environment?
We need your help to deliver better outcomes for WA's environment.
You can help us defend the environment today by doing one or more of the following:
- Making a financial contribution towards this crowdfunding campaign or become a regular donor here. Every dollar you can give is tax deductible and counts towards protecting those precious places in WA.
- Becoming a Member of the EDOWA here, which will give you access to e-newsletters, information on the work we do and the right to attend our Annual General Meeting.
- Sharing this page with your friends, family and work colleagues by email, social media or word of mouth and encouraging them to support the work we do.
Please help us to defend the environment today – every dollar you can give counts towards protecting those precious places in WA that we all love and want to protect for future generations.
Without your contribution, the protection of our environment through actions like those listed above would not be possible.
Thanks for reading,
The EDOWA Team


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"Dreaming of Romance"
Pen and Watercolor Still life Painting.
This was the Original sketch that was posted last week.
I finished the painting yesterday, and wish you could see the iridescent gold watercolor used on the edges of the tea cup. Golden Artist Colors has come out with a line of watercolors that I just love. They are called QPR Modern Watercolors. The iridescent gold was pricey but so worth the affect.
I'll be posting this on Paint Party Friday and on Sunday Sketches this week.
Enjoy and have fun on the weekend!
~ karen


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Several Common Myths Concerning Tummy Tucks Exposed
It is an unfortunate reality that many people may be dissatisfied with their appearance. For these individuals, cosmetic surgeries can be an excellent way of helping to address their underlying concerns. However, it is common for patients to be uninformed about the procedures that can be used to improve their appearance. To this end, you may find it useful to have some common notions concerning tummy tucks refuted.
Myth: A Tummy Tuck Is The Same As Liposuction
Many individuals are under the impression that a tummy tuck is the same procedure as liposuction. While these procedures are often done together, they are very different. For example, liposuction is concerned with removing fat deposits to give the body a more appealing shape. In contrast, a tummy tuck is primarily concerned with removing loose skin from the abdomen.
Myth: Anyone Can Undergo A Tummy Tuck
Unfortunately, there are some individuals that will severely underestimate the requirements to undergo a tummy tuck. However, this procedure will require a patient to be fully sedated, and this will require individuals to meet minimum health requirements. For example, individuals that have particularly high blood pressure may need to lower their blood pressure in order to safely receive the anesthesia. In order to be cleared for this procedure, you will need to schedule an appointment with your physician that you can be evaluated. While this may seem unnecessary, it can be essential for minimizing the risk of experiencing potentially serious complications.
Myth: The Results Of A Tummy Tuck Will Fade Quickly
Some individuals may not seriously consider a tummy tuck because they are concerned about the results quickly fading. However, it should be noted that the results of a tummy tuck will last for as long as the patient avoids gaining excessive weight as this will cause the skin on the stomach to stretch. For this reason, you should consider combining dietary changes and new exercise habits after undergoing this surgery.
Tummy tucks can be effective procedures for those that are unhappy with their current appearance, but it can be difficult to evaluate this surgical option if you have limited or incorrect information about this medical procedure. By making sure that you understand the different between liposuctions and tummy tucks, the need to be healthy enough to receive anesthesia, and the fact that the results of a tummy tuck do not have to quickly fade, you will be better positioned to decide whether this cosmetic procedure will be a viable option for improving your appearance.
To learn more, schedule an appointment with a clinic like Renaissance Center For Facial & Body Sculpting.


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Grow with a Cleveland OH Internship
Are you currently in college? Do you want an edge in a very competitive job market? If so, consider a Cleveland OH internship. A Cleveland OH internship can help your resume before you even graduate, for it adds valuable work experience. Best of all, a Cleveland OH internship contributes to personal growth, for it lets you have a taste of the real world before you even graduate.
A Cleveland OH internship can help you grow as a person. Internships are the modern versions of apprenticeships, where a student can experience a career before he graduates, often for a fixed time period. The vast majority of interns do much more stimulating work than coffee runs and copies. Some do valuable administrative work for their office. Some work in communications or events planning. A few internships even let their students try something truly valuable, like working in financial services. Some internships are unpaid, but paid internships do exist.
Best of all, a Cleveland OH internship lets you experience one of the greatest cities in the Midwest. Located on the south shore of Lake Erie, Cleveland is a mighty port and industrial hub that has transformed into a services center. The city is packed with museums and cultural attractions, such as the Rock n Role Hall of Fame and Little Italy. Upcoming neighborhoods, like the Warehouse District, offer fine dining and nightlife options. Of course, the Tower City Center answers all of your urban shopping needs in an enclosed mall. With a city so great, you will never want your Cleveland OH internship to end.
How can you take advantage of a Cleveland OH internship? You don't need to be from Ohio to take advantage. All you need is some time off from school, which is typically summer, and a willingness to explore a new city. Of course, if you are already in Northeastern Ohio, you may consider a Cleveland OH internship for other seasons.
You can grow as a person while growing his resume with a Cleveland OH internship. Not only does an internship provide valuable work experience, but it can also help you experience life after college in a mighty metropolis. If you do want to pursue an internship, call around to various employers, or see if there are agencies that can help you.
Paid internships Cleveland OH students can benefit from
When it comes to getting ahead in the world, one of the best thing that young Cleveland students and workers could do is pursue the kind of high quality paid internships Cleveland OH companies can provide. With the right paid internships Cleveland OH students could get all that they need in order to make themselves much more appealing candidates in the future. Finding a job is tough, and taking on an internship could be one of the best ways to make sure that one is prepared for the challenges that lie ahead.
By taking any one of the paid internships Cleveland OH companies offer, students could pad up their resumes a bit. These days having a great education is not enough to get hired. Bosses and human resources heads like to see that the person submitting an application has a little bit of experience under their belt. By seeing that a job applicant went through one or more paid internships Cleveland OH business owners may decide to take a closer look at someones resume.
Going through one of the paid internships Cleveland OH businesses are offering could teach a young worker some valuable lessons. Sometimes those going through college may not have time to hold a full time job. By working in an internship, students will be able to lean how an office functions, and how to handle real assignments. It is experiences like these that will make it much easier for someone to hit the ground running when they get their first real job.
One of the best things about the paid internships Cleveland OH students can work in is that they pay! Whether someone is looking to make a few extra bucks during college or they want to make sure that their rent is paid while they look for a new job, the kind of paid internships Cleveland OH businesses offer could provide them with enough cash to support themselves while they learn.


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Fixing Our Broken Housing Market
05 May 2017
The Society of Antiquaries is pleased to have the opportunity to comment on the Department for Communities and Local Government's Housing White Paper, Fixing Our Broken Housing Market.
The Society of Antiquaries is supportive of initiatives to improve the housing sector in Britain, and the Government's desire to 'build many more houses, of the type people want to live in, in the places they want to live'. Research by Historic England has shown that people value historic environments as places to live, and that it gives them a sense of place, a sense of pride and a sense of belonging. We particularly welcome the aim to deliver quicker and more effective processing and determination of planning applications, by 'boosting local authority capacity and capability'. A robust planning system is vital for ensuring sustainable development, which must include the protection of the historic environment, and the desire to take steps 'to secure the financial sustainability of planning departments' and 'ensure that the planning system has the skilled professionals it needs' is to be applauded. We have noted with dismay, however, the reduction in the numbers of archaeologists and other heritage professionals in Local Authority planning teams in recent years, on which we made comments in our response to the Future of Local Government Archaeology Services Report. Although we are pleased to see that the Government will 'continue to support the existing principle that developers are required to mitigate the impacts of development in their area,' (2.28), we have grave concerns that measures introduced in this White Paper will undermine the spirit of these principles as set out in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF 2012). The current proposals to make seemingly small changes to the wording of the Framework will have the potential to cause significant harm to historic environment resources, some of which lie buried and as yet undetected, by changing the balance of evidence in favour of development over protection. NPPF will become unworkable if it is subjected to small-scale amendments which collectively have the effect of watering down the Government's commitment to the protection of the historic and natural environment.
Our disquiet is reinforced by the frequent references in the White Paper to 'onerous planning conditions' and 'unnecessary delays' without an indication of the character of these alleged obstacles. Without a clearer statement from the Government about its support for heritage as part of its plans for sustainable development, these obstacles will be viewed by some as including the legitimate and justifiable need for the protection of the historic environment or for its investigation in advance of development.
The Society's statement of values, which were agreed by Council earlier this year, guide the Society's Policy Committee in all areas.


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US Public Transit Riders Save $9,200 a Year Compared to Drivers
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It looks like public transportation is a better investment than we thought--the average American who takes public transit saves a staggering $9,240 a year. Which is, of course, a handsome chunk of change. The finding comes from a recent study by the American Public Transportation Association, which compiled the average costs of parking, gas, and tolls each year. They've come up with a comprehensive savings report that shows how much a rider saves in the 20 top cities for public transit--find out how much you're saving in your city.The study found that the bus riders, train-takers, and subway hoppers among us save an average of $770 a month, when compared to commuting by car. It pits the cost of monthly subway fare against the cost of buying gas to commute--and it's no wonder that popularity of public transit is growing in the US. And as Cleantechnica notes, the number could be even higher if you count hours of productivity--you can get work done on the train, not so much in your car.
The cost of gas is the most variable factor, and this year, it's around a full dollar higher than last: $2.75. That was the national gas average on January 11th, and it provides the foundation for the study.
Monthly parking rates and tolls were also taken into consideration. According to the report's abstract:
The national average for a monthly unreserved parking space in a downtown business district is $154.23, according to the 2009 Colliers International Parking Rate Study. Over the course of a year, parking costs for a vehicle can amount to an average of $1,850.Not exactly pocket change.
The Top 20 Public Transit Cities in the USAnd here are the savings rates for the top 20 mass transit cities in the US:
Top Twenty Cities - Transit Savings Report
City - Monthly Savings - Annual Savings
1 New York $ 1,147 $13,765
2 Boston $ 1,030 $12,362
3 San Francisco $ 1,013 $12,156
4 Chicago $ 946 $11,357
5 Seattle $ 932 $11,185
6 Philadelphia $ 927 $11,121
7 Honolulu $ 887 $10,639
8 Los Angeles $ 838 $10,052
9 San Diego $ 824 $9,894
10 Minneapolis $ 824 $9,884
11 Cleveland $ 803 $9,639
12 Portland $ 798 $9,581
13 Denver $ 795 $9,539
14 Baltimore $ 782 $9,383
15 Miami $ 752 $9,022
16 Washington, DC $751 $9,015
17 Dallas $730 $8,756
18 Atlanta $722 $8,658
19 Las Vegas $716 $8,591
20 Pittsburgh $680 $8,162
Living in Brooklyn, I'm evidently saving $13K. Sure doesn't feel like it--but I can only imagine how strapped I'd be if I had to constantly refill a gas tank.
For an closer look at the study's methodology, see the APTA website.
More on Public Transportation in the US
U.S. Public Transit Ridership in 2008: Highest Level in 52 years
Ease Your Public Transit Riding with Google Maps


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Today I am joining in with Gae from Cherished Hearts at Home . She has a weekly post called Hearts for Home which is open for others to link up with and share some thoughts on home-centred ways. She encourages us to think of 4-6 things to commit to each week to make homelife special and to bless us as keepers at home.
The bookwork and paperwork is at an acceptable level. Not completely done but at a good place. The bedroom still needs work (I think I'll need to work on that tonight for sure). I have alot of the planning done for our upcoming holidays. My crafts are planned, my supply lists are made and recipes have been gathered. Now it is time to start the doing. The silliness brought us a lot of laughter this week. Definately something to keep in mind - silliness can be a good thing :)
This week I need to:-
1. Pray for my daughter. She is heading off for another college tour/youth event which is 8 hours from home. She has her heart set on this college and will be talking to an admissions advisor when there. I see her making wise and responsible decisions - she is growing up so fast - so I pray that things will work out for the best for her - job wise, financially, etc. as well as safety as they travel. The weather here has been frightful and the roads can deterioriate quite quickly.
2. Hubby has Friday off work and we are planning a "day date" so I need to plan some fun things that we can do.
3. Keep on task for my holiday plans and keep working on the crafting projects and cards I want to get done.
4. Make sure my day in the city is organized with all that I need to do written down so I can get maximum efficiency and not forget anything.
5. I have started x-stitching some pillowcases and I want to get a good portion done this week.
~Home, the spot of earth supremely blest,
A dearer, sweeter spot than all the rest~
(Maricar Macalincag)


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Somebody commented on PCI (again!?!) Requirement 10.5.5 which says "Use file integrity monitoring and change detection software on logs to ensure that existing log data cannot be changed."
The comment was: "I am finding this item difficult to truly get my hands around. I am find with using a tool like trip wire to md5sum the log file post log rotation. However, I can't figure out how to handle the logs that are actively being appended too."
Indeed, the req 10.5.5 is phrased funny, because whatever "change detection software" will not STOP the changes, just make them known. However, the req seemingly applies to stored old log files, not the ones currently being appended to. While I saw some folks handle per-record MD5 checksums combined with other-than-append operation detection, PCI doesn't seem to mandate it: just make sure your log management solution keeps checksums on archived log files.


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There's a long legacy to be found in the tiny Shaw neighborhood in northwest Washington, D.C. In the early 20th century, native son and jazz legend Duke Ellington lived here, performing at the handful of U Street theaters known as "Black Broadway." Billie Holliday, Louis Armstrong, Pearl Bailey, and dozens of other prominent African American artists received top billing here, too. But years of decline and the 1968 race riots left much of the area vacant in the latter half of the century, aside from a few lingering jazz clubs and concert venues like the 9:30 Club. In recent years, though, Shaw has started humming again with a slew of investment, including the restoration of the historic Howard Theatre. And within the neighborhood, nothing is booming faster than the few blocks that have become known as North End Shaw. Its name may be developer-ese—Washingtonians haven't quite pinned their own name to it—but this micro-neighborhood is quickly defining itself as a go-to destination for dining, drinking, shopping and, once again, the arts.
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