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The observation area to view the Ark's construction is now closed, but the park will be open to the public on July 7, 2016. Plan your visit to the life-size Noah's Ark.
While I was away in Australia, we had a special guest come and tour the Ark Encounter property in northern Kentucky. Harry Fike, a World War II pilot, will be 93 next month, and he drove all the way from Iowa by himself to see how construction was coming along on the Ark.
Harry is an enthusiastic supporter of AiG, the Creation Museum, and now the Ark Encounter, and he had a great time touring the Ark property and viewing the construction with two of the ladies who work here at AiG.
After his tour, they took him through the drive-thru for his first ever Chick-fil-A sandwich. He didn't think he could eat much, but he ended up eating all but a few bites!
Then it was on to the museum so Harry could see the new exhibits that have been installed since his last visit a few years ago, including Lucy, the world-class allosaurus fossil, Dragon Legends, the Museum of the Bible exhibit, the mastodon, Natural Selection Is Not Evolution, and the Insectorium. He also got a chance to listen to a lecture by Dr. David Menton at the museum as well as meet with my brother, Steve Ham. Praise the Lord for a man dedicated to the authority of God's Word and for AiG staff members who were able to get to know this man.
You can see the Ark construction for yourself at our special viewing area; the Ark and its overservation deck are just a short drive off I-75 at exit 154 in northern Kentucky. Learn more about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I also encourage you to make a trip to the Creation Museum this year during our 2 Buy 2 campaign—buy two tickets and get two free! You can learn more about this exciting promotion.
Thanks for stopping by and thanks for praying,
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There are schools offering RN to BSN programs in Florida!
Schools Offering Nursing Programs in Florida
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Each year, approximately 2.0% of Florida graduates receive degrees in nursing. In other words, every year an estimated 9,908 nurses graduate from Florida's 72 RN to BSN schools.
Top Schools
The top-ranked school in Florida with a RN to BSN program is University of Miami, which is located in Miami. In 2010, it was ranked 20th nationwide. 149 students graduated with a degree in RN to BSN from University of Miami in 2010. Tuition at University of Miami was $37,836 per year.
University of Central Florida, which is located in Orlando, is the second-ranked school in Florida that has a RN to BSN program. It received a ranking of 20th in the country in 2010. 517 students graduated with degree in RN to BSN from University of Central Florida in 2010. Students at University of Central Florida paid $5,021 per year in tuition fees.
The third-ranked school in Florida that has a RN to BSN program is University of South Florida-Main Campus. University of South Florida-Main Campus, which was ranked 28th in the country in 2010, is located in Tampa. In 2010, University of South Florida-Main Campus graduated 433 students from its RN to BSN programs. University of South Florida-Main Campus charged in-state students $5,198 in tuition fees per year.
If you choose to attend a Florida RN to BSN school, average tuition will be $8,093 per year. However, tuition at your particular institution may range from $2,158 per year to $37,836 per year. The highest tuition rates in 2010 at Florida RN to BSN schools were charged at the following schools:
- University of Miami - located in Miami, students are charged $37,836 per year
- Barry University - located in Miami, students are charged $27,200 per year
- Jacksonville University - located in Jacksonville, students are charged $26,600 per year
The lowest tuition rates at Florida RN to BSN schools were charged at the following schools:
- Palm Beach State College - located in Lake Worth, students are charged $2,158 per year
- Santa Fe College - located in Gainesville, students are charged $2,167 per year
- Pensacola State College - located in Pensacola, students are charged $2,179 per year
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Here are the different levels of study available for you to explore.
- Associate's Degree in Nursing in Florida
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King Systems Gains Regulatory Approval for Products in China and Partners with Leading Chinese Distributor
King Systems has received approval by the State Food and Drug Administration of China (SFDA) to sell its anesthesia, respiratory care, and airway management products in the rapidly expanding Chinese market. During the product registration process, King Systems established a relationship with the Chinese based medical device company Beijing Gloryway Technology Co. Ltd and once granted the formal Certificate of Registration, has entered into an exclusive partnership with the company to distribute and sell King Systems' products in China.
Don Dumoulin, King Systems' CEO, said, "We are delighted to have this partnership with one of China's leading medical import and distribution companies. Our core value of customer-focused products aligns with Gloryway's emphasis on patient care and better patient outcomes in one of the largest medical markets in the world. We have an important opportunity to promote better patient care through this significant distribution partner in China and we are looking forward to a long and successful relationship with Gloryway and the medical professionals in China."
Established in 2000, Beijing Gloryway Technology Co. Ltd. is a professional medical device company that has extensive experience in promoting and servicing products in the anesthesia, emergency care, intensive care, and respiratory care markets. Through Gloryway, all of King Systems' circuits, masks, and breathing bags and many of its airway devices are now available to over 1,700 targeted hospitals with a combined total of 8 million general anesthetic procedures a year (the US market comprises around 19 million procedures a year). Their corporate office is in Beijing and has 30 full-time sales personnel. Gloryway has additional branch offices in Shanghai, Guangzhou and Wuhan as well as a complete distribution channel throughout the country.


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Found in translation: How spf.io helped a wedding accessibility need
By Lie Shia Ong-Sintzel I'm what you call an "ABC." If you've read the popular book "Crazy Rich Asians" or watched the movie adaption of it, you know that stands for "American-born Chinese."As I was growing up, my immigrant parents instilled in me the importance of...
How Serving the Few Can Serve the Many
Sometimes, it's the unexpected that give the real insights. Find out how providing translation with spf.io ended up helping the general audience at a conference this past July.
A Real-Life Kingdom Foretaste
On February 25, 2017, over 300 people in the Seattle area came together and attended the Cascadia Worship & the Arts conference, exploring diversity, design, and multiethnic worship.
Can you control spf.io if you don't know the spoken language?
We recently worked with a bilingual church that wanted to provide English subtitles of a Japanese language service. Not knowing Japanese, we decided to personally run spf.io for a month to experience using it when you don't know the spoken language.
Engaging your audience like never before
As a public speaker, you want to engage everyone in your audience. Whether you are speaking to five or 500 people, you want them to walk away inspired and informed. But often times, you don't have a lot of control over your setup at your venue and what technology is available to you.
Breaking the Language Barrier in the Lecture Hall
It's daunting enough for these students to travel thousands of miles and move to an unfamiliar place by themselves. Add to that the challenge of learning in an unfamiliar language, and it is clear that these students would benefit from extra attention in order to ensure they succeed in their education. But how can the teachers, who already have limited time and resources as it is, make their lectures more effective for these students?
A better translated experience in the civic space
Community meetings, town halls, and other events organized by local and federal government strive to provide captioning and translation to individuals in accordance with federal law. But often times this requires two weeks advance notice and can be costly. It may also require extra audio equipment, setup, and preparation. If the organizers are unable to find translators for the event, the attendees might have to settle for less or no translation at all. What if there was a better, more convenient way to communicate with the community?
6 Kinds of Multilingual Churches
When it comes to churches there are several different motivations for multilinguality. Each church may have a combination, but you will likely find a dominant motivation–which one could yours be?
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Conferences are fun! Meeting so many like-minded people from all around the world. Sharing knowledge, stories, experiences. Networking and discovering new opportunities. Being inspired by great speakers and helped by the momentum of the community. But the moment you try to include people from many languages, the momentum stops.
Why multilingual churches are the future
Multilingual churches have been around since the beginning of the Church. The early followers of Jesus were composed originally of Jews, but quickly grew to encompass people from many nations and many languages. In the book of Acts, one of the first conflicts the church leaders must address is the unfairness in the distribution of food to poor widows–Greek-speaking Jews were being overlooked.


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Dealing with any type of a condition is not fun, and you may not want to turn to traditional medicine for the problems that you are facing. If you are someone who is dealing with epilepsy, you must make a decision as to how you will treat that and whether or not there is an alternative treatment that will help you in treating it. Make sure that you have an understanding as to where to look for possible help with what you are facing. Know how to choose the alternative treatments for epilepsy that will work for you and really bring about relief.
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"I've been coming to SeaWorld with my children for 10 years," says Del Mar mother Sandee Momstein. "But after learning about the perverted antics of their main attraction, I don't think I'll ever come again. Not while those…those animals are still around."
Momstein was referring to the fact that Taku, a male killer whale calf living at SeaWorld Orlando, mated with his mother Katina and produced an offspring, Kalani. SeaWorld says the event was the result of unexpectedly early development on Taku's part, and that it generally takes steps to avoid inbreeding, but that's not good enough for moms like Momstein. "How am I supposed to teach my children what's natural when these whales are behaving in such an unnatural fashion? If it can happen in Florida, it can happen here. I'm just glad to the Coastal Commission has the good moral sense to put a stop to this kind of behavior."
Ditto, Carla Porter, ditto.I am not only more cautious and hesitant to patronize places that keep animals in permanent captivity, I just don't go there anymore. Ever.
Human evolution is a constant struggle with honoring old traditions and enlightenment. On the path to making our societies better and our duty to help the species we share the planet with safer, we often have to abandon practices that were once considered entertaining. Would you replace Sea World with bull fighting? Would you like to see the camel rides return to the San Diego Zoo? Is cock fighting okay? It's time to see through the smoke screen that Sea World employs and realize this marine mammal freak show has got to stop. It is not natural to make animals do tricks for their food. This seawater circus is not teaching our children anything. It's time for SeaWorld to close. Please stop attending it and please share with your visiting friends and tourists not to attend. If you have mutual funds or other investments that might hold stock in SeaWorld, sell them and/or ask the fund to divest of SeaWorld. Contact your lawmakers and ask them to terminate the lease of public land to SeaWorld.
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Women of Faith 2011: What I Learned Without Attending
Then came Saturday morning. My husband was racing to get some work done outside, before a landscaping crew arrives next week. It wasn't going well. Tree roots appeared where they weren't thought to be. A project that was already overwhelming grew more so. Corey was frustrated.
And then the kids started bickering. Connor bossed Teyla. Teyla yelled back. Kieran fussed about everything, thanks to an early morning wake-up of 6:00. And Natalie tried her best to block it all out by planting herself in front of the TV.
For my part, I was feeling refreshed and excited. Not only did I have an afternoon at Women of Faith ahead of me, but Corey had let me sleep in until 10:30. It was a much-needed boost for my mental and emotional state. I was dressed for a girls day out, and I was ready to go soak in the Imagine line-up.
But I didn't have peace.
I tried my best to ignore the meltdown around me. A huge part of me wanted to say, "Have a great afternoon with the cranky kids and the huge project, Corey. I'm off to enjoy Natalie and God. Tootles!"
And many times in the past, I've done that. I've plugged my ears against the Holy Spirit's quiet whisper and plowed ahead with Making Kelly Happy.
Funny thing, though. It rarely works. If I want to stay in step with the Spirit, I cannot ignore His leadings and pursue my own way without repercussions. When I chose that route, I lose peace. Joy. Fellowship. (Please note: I've learned this hard way.)
So I decided to skip Women of Faith and be a woman of faith. I set aside my own desires and told Corey I would take charge of the whiny, cranky, hungry masses which would enable him to focus the rest of the afternoon on prepping the yard for next week. I loaded the kids into the minivan and grabbed some Subway and a peppermint mocha from McDonald's (who knew?!?) and drove around admiring the trees until both Teyla and Kieran fell asleep.
And I traded my selfishness and disappointment and pity for God's peace and joy and fellowship.
In the end, isn't that what a Women of Faith weekend is all about?
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Good work! Practicing listening to the Holy Spirit is often so much harder than learning about Him. I've missed the opportunity too often...I'm pretty good at Making Sarah Happy.ReplyDelete
And McDonalds has peppermint mocha?!? Blow me away.
That. Is. Awesome. After all, a woman of faith is also a woman of obedience. I love this post.ReplyDelete
Beautiful, Kelly. I just love you so much.ReplyDelete
loved this post! lessons learned without even attending the conference. hope your day at home went well!ReplyDelete
Hi! While you certainly could have brought your daughter, and she would have loved it - what I have been doing with my daughter is attending the revolvetour which is 100% catered to her age. She loves the music and the hot guys - what can I say!! The revolve tour is awesome; I can't say enough. They don't hold back I tell ya, they talk to these impressionable girls about the facts and what God really has intended for their conduct.... though, your choice this particular wknd is admirable. wtg! <><ReplyDelete


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Author: Hadley Creekmuir
Spring is officially one week away. It's the season that signals rebirth – that time of year when we clean out, renew and refresh the spaces around us. There is something uplifting about seeing the sun and feeling its rays beam down, offering warmth after a season of cold. Consumers are more apt to go on a spring spending spree, looking to upgrade their living spaces and decorate for the warmer seasons ahead.
In fact, business forecaster Kiplinger reports that 2018 promises to be a strong year for retailers. "Consumers' wealth gains will lead to more home improvement projects and will keep building materials flying off the shelves. Sales of all other goods will advance 4.7% in 2018, the best growth in seven years." For retailers, this data means big opportunity, and by now you have your stores well positioned to capitalize on that momentum. In today's blog, we're taking you straight to the source of our designs, Ken Fetgatter, for his Top 15 Must-Have items that will surely entice your customers on a spring spending spree. We'll chat briefly with Ken about how he and his team find inspiration and create products.
HC: How do you develop collections?
KF: To start any season, my design team meets to study data and analyze current trends in the marketplace. We look at color forecasts, what's going on in the fashion world, we look at runway collections and current events. We also get feedback from our customers and entertain their ideas. Once a direction and theme have been determined, we then decide what type of products we need to develop for that theme. Sometimes the product is simple enough to go directly to a factory for development. Other times, we hire an artist to sketch our artwork. Next, we take the design to our factories and bring the vision to life. The process of creating a collection can take up to a year, sometimes more, before samples are ready.
Our 2018 spring/summer collection resonates well with what today's home and garden consumer is seeking. For example, modern farmhouse style is extremely popular both indoors and out, as it's warm and approachable, family-friendly, flexible and fairly versatile. Here are my top picks:
Windmill –
Water Can/Anthurium/Hummingbird Fountain –
Style these galvanized pieces with a vibrant mix of spring florals mixed with easy greenery; use the windmill to make a big impact outdoors or even on a blank wall inside; and make the fountains a centerpiece, bringing a garden to life.
In home décor, you'll find collections that are casual and on point with color trends. Driftwood reflects a natural and organic element, and these items blend wood with metal to offer a soothing, harmonic atmosphere:
One of my favorites, a Eucalyptus wreath, to bring both energy and tranquility to a home –
New lanterns to illuminate any space:
22" Metal and Glass Lantern, 5" Metal and Glass Lantern
22" Metal and Glass Lantern, 5" Metal and Glass Lantern
HC: How do you find inspiration for these products?
KF: Developing a collection is a fluid process, happening throughout the year. We are constantly thinking about the next season and how we can make it better. We never know when the inspiration may occur – we find it in daily life – and jump on the chance to design a product if it rings true to our brand and our unique style aesthetic.
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How a kind of bacteria carried by pet dogs can protect you from asthma [1]. And no, this doesn't mean you have to French kiss your pet to get the effect.
In a recent study, short, 8-second bursts of cycling sprints reduced belly fat [2] in overweight men. They added muscle, too.
Why both diet and exercise are vitally important: calorie restriction for life extension doesn't work very well without concomitant physical activity [3].
Glucose deprivation activates a feedback loop [4] that kills cancer cells. Hmm, now how would one go about depriving one's cancerous cells of glucose?
For all you fat-adapted readers [5] out there: adding sprint intervals to low level cardio increased glycogen depletion without lowering fat oxidation or increasing hunger [6]. Win-win-win!
If you're gonna stretch before a workout, dynamic beats the pants off static. Here's why [7].
How protein satiates [8].
A Facebook Group called Paleo Nursing Donors [9] has been created by paleo-enthusiast Rachel Huizenga Jennings that is "dedicated to helping babies in need of grain, legume, and dairy free breastmilk find donors. There are many babies with special needs who can benefit from milk donations made by a Mom on a paleo diet!"
Strawberry season isn't for much longer (at least in California). Here's yet another reason [10] to take advantage of it.
Recipe Corner
- Who needs pasta when you can just make pork skin noodles [11]?
- Though the 4th has come and gone, you can still try Chris Kresser's great recipe for colorful coleslaw [12].
Time Capsule
One year ago (July 8 – July 14)
- Meal Timing Concerns: Breakfast, Frequency, and Snacking [13] – Everything you ever wanted to know about the impact of when and how often you eat.
- Dear Mark: Eating Meat [14] – In which I address various questions from our readers concerning the eating of animal flesh.
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Vegans and PB followers might both wear Vibrams but there are other distinguishing characteristics.if they look like the person working in the health food store, they are probably vegan. If they look tanned, buff, and vibrant they are most likely Primal.
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As Fort Mill SC Top Personal Trainer I work with clients at my Fort Mill SC 3500 sq ft facility structuring personal training as well as our fun small group training. I also have clients worldwide that I work with through my App where I structure nutrition and exercise regimen. I am corporate fitness and wellness program consultant to companies where I set up Corporate Fitness Challenges as well as do monthly workshops (check out more here corporate fitness.) Contact Me for FREE Consult to discuss your goals and how I could best help you to reach them. I have clients all over the world and I even travel to train with them, so no matter where you are I look forward to helping you be the best You that You can be!
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Small groups are a fun and exciting way to get back in shape, lower your body fat percentage, get toned and have fun with an awesome group of people. Bring your friends and have fun with our small group that meet several times each week.. To try out our small group just click on the free pass and input your info, then someone will contact you shortly to get you into one of our groups!
Online Training Also Available
✅ Online Training Program Featuring Mobile App
✅ Follow The Plan to Achieve Your Goals
Why Online Training?
Here is the process
Step 1: Find and Picture from when you were in your best shape
Step 2: Take a current picture
(Front, Side & Rear in something you would be able to see progress ie bikini or underwear)
Step 3: Click the Button Below to Sign Up & Pay
Step 4: Fill out my consult form that will be sent to you
Step 5: Download the App with your Nutrition Plan and Exercise Plan
Step 6: Put measurements, weight & before pics into the App (Weekly Weigh in and photo updates & Monthly Measurements)
Step 7: FOLLOW THE PLAN & BE AWESOME!!!!
Step 8: GOAL!! Transformation Photos!!
Nutrition is something that is ever evolving so my advice is usually centered around basic sensible eating. You will get a thourough nutrition plan that will cover the entire year. Get several choices for each meal. Whether you are trying to get lean or build muscle I can give you the plan that best suits your goal.
I have put together ongoing resources that I like to tap into for motivation and personal development in many areas. I've also compiled several self published ebooks of my own from weightloss to achieving any goal.


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Applications are now open for the Alexa Accelerator, powered by Techstars. We're excited to team up again with the Alexa Fund to run our second class and we are matching the growth in the space and opportunity by expanding this year's program.
On top of up to 10 companies that we'll be working with in Q3 2018 here in Seattle, we'll also be selecting up to three international companies that will spend their time in both our London and Seattle offices. This will help us leverage the Alexa Fund's recently announced $100MM in venture capital to support global investment opportunities.
Amazing First Year
We had a very successful inaugural class of the Alexa Accelerator, powered by Techstars and the future of our alumni is bright. For example, Pulse Labs recently announced its first funding round, while others like Sensible Object, Play Impossible, Novel Effect, and Botnik have been covered in the likes of CNET, GeekWire, Mashable and WIRED for their innovation with voice. We're excited about what's ahead for all of them in the months to come.
What's New in Voice Technology?
Voice technology has evolved considerably since we announced the program back in 2016. At the time, Alexa was available on three Amazon devices. Today, there is a whole family of Amazon Echo and Alexa devices, and more than 50 Alexa-enabled products built by other device makers. Alexa is now truly everywhere… even within my own home, my family has grown from a household of two Echos to 10 (four of them with screens).
As Alexa has grown and evolved, so too have the enabling technologies that make the service possible. This, in turn, has created a whole new set of opportunities for startups.
In addition to domains such as connected home, entertainment and speech science, we see a number of new themes emerging that represent opportunity.
With the launch of Alexa for Business, there is also new opportunity for startups to help bring Alexa into the workplace. Twine was a part of our 2017 program and was an early launch partner for the Alexa for Business program. We now know what Alexa looks like in the home, but what about in a conference room, office lobby, or at your desk?
On the Go
Customers are increasingly taking Alexa with them on the go – whether that's in their car, out on a run, with them on vacation – and companies are innovating to bring voice to wearables, mobile phones, connected fitness experiences and so much more. We can't wait to see the next creative ideas startups will have for extending Alexa beyond the home.
Family-Focused Technology and Connected Play
Echo devices are designed for the whole family to use together. With the Verified Parental Consent functionality launched at the end of 2017, startups can now develop new voice experiences for the whole family to enjoy. Companies from our 2017 program like Play Impossible, Novel Effect, and Sensible Object are building new voice experiences for this segment.
Enabling Technologies and Developer Tools
As brands and businesses flock to Alexa in 2018, there's an enormous opportunity for startups that can help make the transition to voice easier. Like Pulse Labs and Aspinity from our last program, we are interested in startups who bring the picks and shovels that enable products and services which incorporate voice in compelling new ways, following in the footsteps of Levi Strauss during the California Gold Rush.
We look forward to meeting the amazing startups that will join us for year two. Please join us over the next couple months in your city as the Alexa Accelerator team travels the world.
Upcoming Events:
February 27: Seattle, WA
March 6: San Francisco
March 7: Los Angeles
March 15: London
March 19: Paris
March 25: Tel Aviv
March 27: Online AMA
April 2: New York
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My list of services is always growing as I continue to welcome a diversity of projects.
Climate Change Communication – Combining social science and psychology to communicate complex scientific topics such as climate change, while understanding the importance of personal values and social group identities.
Intervening in Regulatory Processes – Understanding individual and community concerns, lobbying key stakeholders, filing evidence, liaising with legal experts.
Environmental Education – Teaching about environmental issues, engaging in problem-solving, encouraging action to improve the environment.
Community Outreach – Developing informational handouts, environmental advocacy, facilitating meetings, door to door campaigns.
Mapping & GIS Applications – Analyzing patterns and providing insight on geographical, environmental, and political landscapes using maps.
Research & Writing – Reviewing technical documents, summarizing complex material into layman's terms, writing reports and regulatory submissions.
Past Projects:
- Review & public engagement on the Pan-Canadian Framework on Climate Change
- Review & public engagement on the impact of Canada's food system and transportation on greenhouse gas emissions
- Assisting individuals and communities to participate in the review process of energy projects before the National Energy Board. This process included Oil & Gas Pipeline Review, Public Participation & Consultation, Community Engagement & Capacity Building, Funding Applications, Media Relations, Research & Report Writing
- An active participant in the National Energy Board Modernization process and chief writer of submissions to Natural Resources Canada.
- Educational nature trails development for school-aged children
- Quantitative surveying of plastic pollution in the Bay Islands, Honduras.
- Developing materials and providing environmental education for grade 1-8.
- Presentations to high school students grade 9-12 about the connection between fossil fuels and climate change and how to become active citizens.
Key Interests:
- Taking local action on climate change
- Environmental education for youth
- Assisting communities impacted by fossil fuel projects
- Supporting renewable energy development
- Encouraging sustainability practices


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Madox/Met White 5-Piece Formal Dining Set
Measurements79" W* x 39" D x 30" H
*Extends to 111"
201 cm W* x 100 cm D x 77 cm H
*Extends to 282 cm
113.4 kg
Available Colors
- Pure White
- Metal
- Clear
- Polished
- Clear tempered glass top(s)
- Glass thickness: 12 mm
- Polished stainless steel
- Chairs upholstered in man-made leatherette
- Foam padded seat and back
- Maximum number of chairs 12
- Includes two 16" self-storing leaves
- Stainless steel pucks support
- Thick angled block style legs
- Modern design
- Flat polished edge glass
- Armless chair
- Comfort seating
- Tapered legs
- Tempered glass
- Stainless steel
- Foam
- Leatherette
The Madox/Met White 5-Piece Formal Dining Set has you dreaming of a sophisticated style for your large dining room. The side chairs are simply designed yet stylish with tapered legs constructed of polished stainless steel and creamy white leatherette upholstery that is neutral-toned to match existing décor and foam padded for comfort. The extendable dining table goes along with the modern theme of the set with thick angled block style legs and a clear top made of smooth tempered glass, celebrating a refined look in your home. For large occasions, two self-storing leaves let you seat up to ten people!
Important Notes
About Stainless Steel and Metal: The stainless steel and metal are complete with a polished finish. During the hand polishing process, slight imperfections are created. These small nicks, welded spots, and scratches are considered normal and add a unique look to each piece.
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I recently returned from the 2018 Franchise Consumer Marketing Conference, in Atlanta, and as with past FCMC events, it was a great place for picking up fresh ideas and insights from some of franchising's most innovative and successful marketing pros and practitioners.
Tags: marketing strategy, customer experience, local marketing automation, franchise, franchise local marketing
By the time a customer walks into your location, he or she has already had multiple interactions with your brand, many of them online. They came in wanting something more – an experience that not only drives them to make the purchase, but form a deeper bond with your brand and your offerings. The fact they are in your location means they've decided to take the relationship with you one step further – what are you doing to engage them?
Build a better brand experience from the bottom up
Nov 05, 2015
In the manufacturing industry, one of marketing's greatest asset are the sales channels, on the ground, in local markets, who are responsible for representing, sharing and selling a brand's products or services.
But how can you break through the noise of the sales room floor? The consumer shopping experience is very different today, and sales channels represent several different brands all at once – including competing brands.
Tags: manufacturing, customer experience, brand loyalty, bottom up branding, bottom up marketing
The Difference between Customer Experience and Customer Relationship (And Why One is Better)
Nov 20, 2013
As the relationship between businesses and customers continues to evolve, the value of the customer experience has been magnified greatly. Customer-facing social media channels and the general ease with which anyone can find information about anyone/anything online have made businesses and their employees and managers more accessible than ever before. This means businesses – the whole business – must be ready to address customer needs across any number of outlets. But good customer experience doesn't just mean effectively handling complaints, issues or questions; it means having a real relationship with your customers.
Tags: branding, engagement, marketing, social media, customer experience, service
Four Keys to Great Client Service
Jun 13, 2013
It's a no-brainer to say customer service matters, but some recent studies really quantify just how much it matters. In one study, respondents indicated that they stand to lose up to 21% of annual revenue as a result of not offering a positive, consistent and brand-relevant customer experience. Another study says that bad customer service stories are more likely to be shared than good customer services stories, with 62% of B2B and 42% of B2C customers purchasing more after a good experience.
It's really important for us at DocuStar to make sure the client experience is a positive one. My goal is for the client to consider us a part of their team. After all, we practically serve as an extension of their marketing department for some projects. Whether you work B2B or B2C, reaching that level of intimacy with your clients is critical for sustained success but can be difficult to achieve. I think there are four things you can do that will put you and your client in a position to succeed:
Tags: marketing, B2B, B2C, business-to-consumer, client service, customer service, marketing technology, customer experience, retention
With nearly 50 percent of mobile phone users in the U.S. carrying smartphones, and 25 percent of this sample also carrying tablets, connected devices and tablets have gone mainstream and are leading the shift towards a mobile-driven consumer decision journey. Accordingly, the IBM State of Marketing 2012 report found that 41% of marketers worldwide cite the growth of channel and device choices as the top challenge to their company over the next 5 years, while adoption of mobile websites and mobile applications grows.
Tags: QR Codes, marketing campaign, marketing strategy, customer experience
QR Codes and the Customer Experience
Jun 14, 2012
As an internal advocate for the customer perspective, marketing touches all aspects of customer service. Product managers in marketing are tasked with ensuring not only product quality, but also the quality of the support materials and resources available for their product lines, while brand managers are charged with overseeing customer experience excellence throughout the customer lifecycle. Just as every department has a stake in elevating the customer experience, QR codes can create value-added impressions across multiple customer touch points. Below are four innovative ways QR codes can be used to improve the Customer Experience.
Tags: QR Codes, customer experience


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It's happened to all of us: we order a brand new gadget from Amazon, tear open the brown box and discover our latest gizmo trapped, as if in amber, in some hard cased plastic shell that requires a serrated knife and the ritual sacrifice of a pinky digit to free.
On their part, Amazon did something cool last year: they made a decision to eliminate those hard-to-cut-through plastic shells and boxes stuffed with styrofoam wherever they can, labeling it a "frustration-free" packaging initiative that was beneficial to customers and the environment alike.
It's worked pretty well so far, but not everything should be shipped without protection. Ask numerous Amazon customers who recently ordered a two terabyte Western Digital hard drive through Amazon, only to discover that the drive was deliver wrapped only in a plastic bag secured with cardboard hoops.
Now, hard drives are finicky things, and they don't deal with jolting very well. No surprise, then, that most of them failed on arrival.
"I just got this hard drive. Guess what. DOA," writes Sung M. Choi on Amazon's website. "I heard clicking sounds and now I have to send it back. All this due to their lack of safe packaging. What were they thinking with their weak packaging?
It was just a goof, and Amazon has apologized and sent our replacement drives, but it just goes to show: when you ship out vulnerable gadgets, its better to err on the side of caution.
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Duffield Design
The model is 5'7", size small, wearing the Lucid Dress in Black.
Lucid Dress
Regular price $185.00
The Lucid Dress has a flowing body with long side seam slits to show off a little leg and allow for the piece to move exquisitely as you strut your stuff. The fitted sleeves and banded scoop neckline compliment the flattering silhouette of this classic wardrobe piece.
The model is 5'7", size small, wearing the Lucid Dress in Black.
Fabric: Bamboo Stretch French Terry
66% Rayon from Bamboo, 28% Cotton, 6% Spandex
If your ideal size or colour is sold out please contact us and we can make this piece just for you. Available in all colours.


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On view starting October 19th at 472gallery photography work of Denis Krylov. The show, "LAND ESCAPES" features 12 photographs shot during past two years in and around the city.
Denis' first experiences with photography came during his childhood in Moscow when his dad offered him, a Zenit, best Russian made consumer camera at the time. Moving to Berlin at 19 right after the Wall came down gave Denis plenty of opportunities to hone his skills. Post-cold war Berlin was the perfect photogenic playground with its underground raves, anarchist protests and street art. What a contrast to beautiful San Francisco with its surf and fog where Denis arrived in 2000 to start a digital media studio (www.transparenthouse.com) and motion art gallery (www.472gallery.com).
Denis is captivated by a nonconformist and non-stereotypical. The Golden Gate Bridge barely seen through the fog is exactly how Denis envisions the bridge in contrast to how this American icon is usually represented to the world media. He is fascinated with SF cold summer nights and lonely streets of working-class Sunset. The real heroes of his photographs are the streets, landscape, and other details of urban environment. His goal is to capture a strange and intriguing mood.
Denis resides in San Francisco's Noe Valley with his French-American wife and three children who enjoy travel to France, Russia, and beyond on a regular basis.


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Cheadle Road, Draycott, Stoke-On-Trent ST11 9RQ
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We are simply surrounded by things to see, do and get involved in. Here are just a few of the exciting attrcations you can access in the area...and don't forget to follow up an exciting day with a delicious evening meal at The Draycott Arms!! Just click on the icons below and go straight to attraction websites for more info.
At just 8.5 miles away, Alton Towers Resort can't be ignored as a local attraction! Catering for all ages the resort is now open for the 2015 season right through until 8th November 2015. Don't forget, as well as rides, activites and regular events, Alton Towers Spa is open all year round for pure relaxation.
With a rich history of art and pottery, Stoke-On-Trent cannot be ignored in the artistic world. Visit two fabulous museums that explore this cultural period - The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery and The Gladstone Pottery Museum. You can even have a go yourself!
Established in 1991, Blackbrook zoological park has recently reopened with fantastic new exhibits. With conservation at its heart, the park boasts to largest bird collection in the UK, and has recently launched a one-of-a-kind penguin park. Get up-close and personal, and inspire your kids with interactive experiences of lemurs, wallabies, penguins and more!
A beautiful 11-mile journey from Froghall to Leekbrook on some of Britains classic steam trains. Reopened in 2001 after 40 years, the journey takes you through 5 stations, each with its own story to tell.


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US President Donald Trump has long promised to build a 20ft high wall along America's southern border with Mexico - a promise that has led to international ridicule, and diplomatic spats between the two countries.
However, as Congress decides whether or not to include funding for the wall in the annual funding bill for the federal government, people are speaking up for a forgotten group that would be badly affected by the proposed construction: wildlife.
Scientists are warning the wall could become a barrier that may seriously harm migratory animals and even threaten the chances of survival of those most at risk.
"That region that the wall is going across is huge, and crosses not just one ecosystem but multiple highly sensitive ecosystems," Jayde Lovell, a science communicator and host on TV science channel ScIQ, tells IBTimes UK.
How do we know that a big wall affects ecosystems? History, of course. Studies have shown that the Great Wall of China "basically broke up species" of plants, Lovell says. Plants on different sides of the wall ended up becoming genetically diverse.
The wall would affect animals in a similar way. Lovell says that for some it would merely be an "annoyance" but for others, it could be "catastrophic".
"There are some species that live in that border area that are highly endangered and would be extremely sensitive to a huge disruption like this," Lovell says. The ocelot is one example. Although the little big cat can be found across South America, only around 50 individuals still survive in the United States.
"Imagine if 25 are stuck on one side and 25 are stuck on the other," says Lovell. "You have basically created two gene pools that are very small - so you're going to face problems with these endangered species that may not be able to have enough genetic diversity to survive."
Dingo fence disaster
Another thing to worry about is the law of unintended consequences. Back to history: "There is a 3,000 mile long fence called the dingo fence that was built in Australia to protect farmers' sheep from wild dogs," Lovell says.
"What they didn't realise was that the fence also protected the kangaroos from the dingos, so by taking away a predator the kangaroo population massively increased". Kangaroos and sheep were then fighting for grazing land, a consequence far more detrimental to the farmers than the dingos had been.
Migratory species could also be affected. When migratory patterns are disturbed, it affects the species' ability to survive the migration. "We've seen this when you take away swamp land," Lovell says. "If you drain a swamp ... it means that migratory animals can't stop in that area and it has a huge impact on their ability to survive the migration."
There again, Trump always did say he wanted to drain the swamp...
There is already a fence along much of the US-Mexico border but fences are permeable and animals can generally cross. A 20ft concrete wall would have a whole different kind of impact. We can't yet be sure of its full effects on wildlife, but they are unlikely to be good.
As Jayde Lovell warns: "There will be consequences, particularly for migratory animals, particularly for endangered animals - but there will be unintended consequences as well."
With ideological arguments part of how to fund such a massive project, the administration has its work cut out to push through the wall. With the effect on wildlife, another obstacle they might come up against is the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus.
The Caucus's co-chair Representative, Earl Blumenauer, told IBTimes UK: "Animals don't stay within arbitrary borders. A wall would cause disastrous effects throughout entire ecosystems and could decimate threatened and endangered species."


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"Awaken your senses.
Immerse yourself in 17 distinct botanical experiences.
Encounter something of the secret life of plants.
And glimpse one of the world's greenest public gardens."
In training since 1980
If you've been following me for a while you know I love photography. (see HERE) The walls in my office are lined with photos I've taken over the years and I love seeing them everyday I come into work. It reminds me to stay creative and inspires me daily. While at Phipps Conservatory I couldn't help but go a little shutter crazy. If you are ever in the Pittsburgh area stopping at Phipps Conservatory is an absolute must. It also helped that we went during their spring flower show which meant everything was in full bloom. Just walking in and smelling the sweet scent of the flowers put a smile on anyone's face, then looking around you can not help but get inspired.
Inside of Church Brew Works which is an old church.
Hope these photos inspire you as much as seeing the flowers inspired me!
Enjoy the rest of your week!


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The Nova Chronicles
August 30, 2015 | 2 Comments
It's been a while since I've posted on here but that's because things have been BUSY. I've been trying to focus more on my fiction writing, rather than blog posts (I know we all miss 'When Science Fiction Becomes Science Fact'). But the good news is that I now have many (9 to be exact) […]
Survivor – Release
December 20, 2014 | Leave a Comment
It's been a while in the making but finally Survivor is here. Survivor is book one in The Nova Chronicles and is a gritty sci-fi adventure. It could be described as "Tomb Raider in Space". When everyone runs, who will stand? Nova is a new recruit to the Jagged Maw: an elite bounty hunter guild. During […]


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Jewelry with an Old School Twist
Aroha Silhouettes' Vapour necklace. Photo courtesy Aroha Silhouettes.
Vinyl records are still admired by many music lovers, but when they break or get scratched, they're pretty much junk—unless you get creative. Designers have come up with lots of inventive ways to use old vinyl records: Here on TreeHugger, we've seen bowls, more bowls and circular earrings. (Even Urban Outfitters is cashing in on the repurposed vinyl record trend.)
But Aroha Silhouettes takes repurposed vinyl records to another level.Jewelry designer Tania Hennessy cuts vinyl records into fantastic shapes, playing with cutouts for contrast to the solid vinyl. Her works of art rely as much on shape as they do on optics like this piece below:
The Hardcover Necklace. Photo courtesy Aroha Silhouettes.
Born and raised in New Zealand, Hennessy moved to Vancouver for a research job in 2007. She began designing her vinyl record jewelry during a cross-Canada vacation, and she's been moonlighting ever since, selling her creative pieces on Etsy.
Hennessy describes her work as "innovative, edgy and deceptive," with a strong focus on making the 2D appear 3D. All of her designs are made with reclaimed vinyl records and sterling silver chains and findings.
Top: Peephole earrings and Eclipse necklace. Bottom: Red Imprison necklace, Depth necklace, and Symmetry earrings.
There's something for everyone in this collection. Strong architectural designs include "Imprison," an outlined cube, and the swirling circular "Eclipse." People looking for classic lines will love "Vapour," a cutout teardrop shape, and "Dewdrop," a solid raindrop silhouette. All designs are made with standard black vinyl records, but some are also made with brilliant red, blue or green. Plus all of the jewelry comes in a reusable metal tin.
One of the great things about this line is its affordability. While they're not dirt cheap (you always have to pay a little more for innovative designs and quality), Hennessy's necklaces range about $35 to $50, depending on the intricacy of the design, and earrings will set you back $25 (a few sell for $30), so they won't break the bank.
With stunningly modern design, and a product that makes a great use of something that would otherwise end up in landfills, what's not to love? I'm getting my credit card out now...
For regular updates on Hennessey's work visit her Aroha Silhouettes blog.
::Aroha Silhouettes
More on Jewelry:
GreenKarat Recycled Jewelry
Jewelry and Gems Shine Eco-Brighter with Brilliant Earth
Sasja Saptenno Turns Bicycle Inner Tubes Into Jewelry


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Google has updated its search solution for e-commerce websites, Google Commerce Search (GCS). Started in November of 2009 with the intent to improve search quality and speed to help online shoppers find exactly what they're looking for, GCS has made a few changes, and added a few new retailers to its list.
There are a couple new features in GCS 3.0 that really stand out. First, much like with Google Chrome's search, the Search as You Type feature gives you instant gratification as you type in your query. Shoppers will see product results with each keystroke, directly from the search bar.
Another neat addition is Local Product Availabilty. Don't get me wrong, I like shopping online — it's fast, and easy — but I really, really hate paying shipping fees. Often times, the product you're looking for that you think is only offered online, or a store across the country, is actually being offered in a store nearby. Local Product Availabilty shows shoppers when a product is also available at a nearby store. Not only that, but the results are in-line with the search results and a mini-map.
On more of the retailer side of things, Enhanced Merchandising tools will allow retailers to create promotions that show up in banners alongside search queries. That way, the banner can change for each query the shopper enters in the search bar. It also allows retailers to easily set query-based landing pages. So, if a shopper is looking for shoes, and types "shoes," they're taken to a "shoe" page. Pretty simple.
Lastly, a great new tool is the Product Recommendations (Labs), which help shoppers make purchase decisions by showing them what other people looked at, and then ultimately bought.
Google is welcoming three new retail partners, including Forever21, General Nutrition Company (GNC), and L'Occitane. GNC implemented GCS in less than a week on its mobile site. Google said that some retailers, such as Woodcraft Supply, and BabyAge.com, have both increased search revenues, Woodcraft by 34 percent, and BabyAge increased site searches by 64 percent.
Google says that with the new version, it hopes to help create an "even more interactive and engaging experience for shoppers and retailers."
Read more at the Official Google Blog and Google Commerce Search.


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Angels Fruit Crop T-Shirt Black
$105.00 $73.00
Description and details
Women's Black Fruit Angels Crop T-shirt with Fiorucci's iconic Angels graphic emblazoned across the chest. The Angels feature an exotic fruit print, hand-embellished with beading and rafia for a seasonal update. This Fiorucci classic is a 100% cotton luxe jersey tee with a cropped fit, round neck, short sleeves and a straight hem. Add a touch of heaven to your look.
Composition and care
100% cotton jersey for a soft and comfortable fit. The ultimate mix of style and comfort.
Washing Instructions
Turn inside out, wash at 30°c. Hang dry, do not wring, do not tumble dry.
Size and fit advice
Cropped length, true to size
Model wears size small
Height - 5'11 / 180cm
Bust - 31""
Hips - 35" / 88cm
Waist - 24" / 60cm
Model wears size small
Height - 5'11 / 180cm
Bust - 31""
Hips - 35" / 88cm
Waist - 24" / 60cm
Delivery and returns
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Urologists, urologic oncologists, imaging specialists, and urologic pathologists at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center work together to diagnose bladder cancer.
The bladder, which is part of the body's urinary system, is a hollow, muscular organ that collects and stores urine. It releases urine into the urethra, the membranous tube that carries urine to the outside of the body.
The cells that line the inside of the urinary system are called urothelial cells or transitional cells. Because most cancers that arise from the urothelial cells occur in the bladder, urothelial cancer is a term often used interchangeably with bladder cancer.
Urothelial cancers that haven't spread to the connective tissue or muscle that make up the organ's walls are the earliest forms of bladder cancer. Tumors that grow into the bladder walls or spread to other organs are considered more advanced.
Urothelial cells also line the upper urinary tract, which includes the renal pelvis and ureters, which are tubes that connect and carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. Cancer that arises from urothelial cells of the upper urinary tract is called upper urinary tract cancer and is very similar to bladder cancer. However, treatment approaches are somewhat different.
Bladder cancers involving other types of cells in the organ are more rare. These include squamous cell carcinoma, which involves flat cells that can be found in the lining of organs, as well as adenocarcinoma, which forms in gland cells that secrete mucus. Small cell carcinoma, which begins in cells that receive nerve impulses and produce hormones, can also occur.
These forms of cancer tend to be aggressive. Often, they have spread to tissue beyond the bladder by the time they're diagnosed.
Risk Factors
Tobacco Cessation Program
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One of the leading risk factors for bladder cancer is smoking. Our doctors strongly urge smokers to quit. If you need help, Perlmutter Cancer Center offers comprehensive assistance through our Tobacco Cessation Program.
Environmental exposure to some dyes and chemicals also increases the risk of bladder cancer. For example, chemicals used in the rubber and leather industries and those used by hairdressers, painters, and textile workers have been linked to bladder cancer. Firefighters have an increased risk as a result of smoke inhalation.
Generally, the incidence of bladder cancer is higher in men and in elderly people. The most common symptom of bladder cancer is blood in the urine, visible either to the naked eye or under a microscope during routine urine tests. People with the condition may also experience pain during urination, pain in the side or lower back, and a frequent urge to urinate.
To diagnose the condition, your Perlmutter Cancer Center doctor may ask about your symptoms and medical history, perform a physical exam, and request a series of tests.
Urine Cytology
To help diagnose bladder cancer, Perlmutter Cancer Center specialists can directly evaluate bladder cells found in the urine using a microscope.
Urologic pathologists—doctors who study diseases of the urinary system in a laboratory—stain the cells with dyes that highlight cellular abnormalities associated with bladder cancer. Then they study these patterns under a microscope to determine whether cancer is present.
Flexible Cystoscopy and Biopsy
During a flexible cystoscopy, the doctor applies a local anesthetic and then inserts a cystoscope, a small flexible tube containing a tiny, lighted video camera on the end, into the urethra. He or she guides the cystoscope into the bladder to view the organ's inner lining.
If the doctor sees unusual tissue or growths, a biopsy may be performed. During a biopsy, tissue is removed for examination under a microscope, so that the doctor can determine whether cancer is present. Cystoscopy can cause minor irritation of the bladder, which may result in some bleeding shortly afterward.
Transurethral Resection
When doctors need a more extensive biopsy to determine the aggressiveness of a cancerous tumor, they may use a procedure called transurethral resection. During this procedure, which usually requires general anesthesia, the doctor performs a cystoscopy using a larger, more rigid cystoscope. He or she then inserts a flexible instrument called a resectoscope through the cystoscope.
The resectoscope has a wire loop at the end that is used to remove the whole tumor or a portion of it. The doctor also samples a portion of the bladder muscle underneath the tumor to see whether cancerous cells have spread into the muscle.
We use blue light cystoscopy to detect and remove bladder tumors.
Doctors at Perlmutter Cancer Center have access to a new technology called blue light cystoscopy, which may help them detect and remove more tumors, allowing for a more complete transurethral resection. For this procedure, they inject a light-sensitive contrast solution into the bladder through a catheter, or hollow tube, placed in the urethra.
Doctors wait about an hour for this solution to accumulate in bladder cancer cells. They then place a cystoscope with a special blue light on the end into the bladder. The contrast solution makes cancer cells appear pink or red under this blue light.
A urologic pathologist examines the tissue under a microscope and performs other tests to determine the type of cancer and how advanced and aggressive it is.
If the doctor is able to remove the entire tumor during transurethral resection, the procedure may also serve as the only required treatment for bladder cancer, depending on the findings of the urologic pathologist.
People may experience minor bleeding through the urethra or minor discomfort in the pelvic area where the bladder is located for a few days or weeks after the procedure.
CT Scans
A CT scan uses X-rays and a computer to create three-dimensional, cross-sectional pictures of the bladder, as well as the ureters and kidneys.
A CT scan may be used to see whether bladder cancer has invaded the bladder wall or has spread to other organs or nearby lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are small immune system glands that are often the first place cancer spreads, causing them to enlarge.
Before the scan, your doctor may ask you to drink a liquid contrast agent or have a contrast dye injected into a vein. This enhances the view of cancerous cells on the CT images.
MRI Scans
If a CT scan can't be performed or doesn't provide sufficient imaging of the bladder, doctors may order an MRI scan. MRI uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create computerized, three-dimensional images of organs, soft tissues, and bone in your body.
The results of this test may give your doctor more information about your tumor and enable him or her to determine whether cancer involves other organs in the urinary system or has spread to other parts of the body. Prior to the scan, the technician who conducts the test may inject a contrast dye into a vein to enhance the images.
PET/CT Scans
If doctors need more detailed images of the bladder and surrounding organs to see if the cancer has spread, they may use a combined PET/CT scan to evaluate them. The CT portion of the scan uses X-rays to create computerized, cross-sectional images of the body, and the PET scan detects how active a tumor is and whether it is more likely to be cancerous.
The PET scan detects activity in a tumor using a small amount of radioactive glucose, or sugar, which is injected into a vein. This material collects in cancer tissue and can be seen with a special camera.
Our doctors were the first to illustrate that PET/MRI technology can improve the ability to determine whether bladder cancer has spread.
PET/MRI Scans
Your doctor may recommend another combined imaging technique, called PET/MRI. Our physicians were the first to show that this new technology may improve doctors' ability to determine if and how far bladder cancer has spread.
This approach may also be used after treatment to determine whether bladder cancer has responded to treatment.
Based on your test results, Perlmutter Cancer Center doctors create a customized treatment plan for you. If you have early cancer, meaning it is not invading the bladder muscle or other organs, the goal is to remove the tumor and preserve the bladder. More advanced cancers may require more extensive surgery, chemotherapy, and, possibly, radiation therapy.
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At some point you probably have experienced a power outage or blackout. For people who are used to the amenities of the modern society, these blackouts can be a major annoyance. Very few people remember how dependent we are on electricity. Nearly everything in our house runs on it. The good news is that you can count on your Lansing Electrician whenever you have any trouble related to electricity, whether it's repairing a broken outlet or installing completely new wiring.
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Danielle earned her J.D. with distinction from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, and graduated as a member of the Roger J. Traynor Honor Society for academic achievement. While in law school, Danielle took courses in environmental law and intellectual property, and obtained the Witkin Award for academic excellence in Patent Prosecutions.
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A cigarette vendor on Fraser Road, Birendra Jha, said he could not lift his share of stock from the wholesaler on Friday, because the latter was in no mood to release the cigarettes for retail sale. "Naturally, it will create scarcity. Prices of cigarettes would increase in a day or two," Jha said.
In GST regime, tobacco-based products – cigarettes, gutka, pan masala and khaini – have been put in the basket of "sinful goods." Further, the tax imposed on such goods is 28% of the marked price, with 12% additional cess called "sin tax". If the marked price on a cigarette packet of 10 sticks is Rs 40, its price in the retail market would be Rs 56 (Rs 11.20 as tax and Rs 4.80 as 'sin tax').
"Till the changed mark price comes out, I cannot say what actually would be the price of such a packet," said another cigarette vendor Mohammad Asif Ali.
However, many cigarette vendors have already increased the prices of low-end cigarettes. The new prices vary from place to place. In the nooks and corners, the prices are abnormally high, but on the main roads it is within the limited range.
"In the district or sub-divisional towns, the prices would be abnormally high. There the sale will not be more, but profit would be high. In Patna, the sale will not abnormally fall, but there would be more argument in the retail market," said Asif.


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BRACHT, VIKTOR FRIEDRICH (1819–1887). Viktor Bracht, businessman, explorer, and railroad agent, was born in Düsseldorf, Germany, on September 17, 1819. Sent by the government to represent the interests of German colonists in Texas, he landed at Galveston on June 19, 1845, and proceeded to New Braunfels, where he lived for a year. He was back in Germany in 1846–47 but returned to Texas in 1848, worked as a merchant at New Braunfels until 1855, and then became a wholesale grocer in San Antonio. In 1848 Bracht wrote a history entitled Texas im Jahre 1848; the book was translated into English by Charles Frank Schmidt in 1931. Bracht made extensive explorations along the Medina, Colorado, Guadalupe, San Antonio, Pedernales, and Llano rivers. He left Texas for New York in 1860 and subsequently spent several years in Mexico as general agent of a railroad company. In 1869 he moved to Rockport to be bookkeeper for J. M. and Thomas H. Mathis. Bracht became deputy collector of customs at Rockport in 1871, held the same position at Carrizo in Zapata County for a time, and then became postmaster at Rockport. He married Sebilla Shaefer at Indianola in 1848 and died in Rockport on January 26, 1887.
Corpus Christi Caller, February 5, 1887. S. W. Geiser, "Men of Science in Texas, 1820–1880," Field and Laboratory 26–27 (January 1958-October 1959).
The following, adapted from the Chicago Manual of Style, 15th edition, is the preferred citation for this article.William E. Bard, "ADAMS, WALTER R.," Handbook of Texas Online (http://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/online/articles/fad08), accessed March 19, 2015. Uploaded on June 9, 2010. Published by the Texas State Historical Association.


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1250 University Drive :: Atlanta, GA 30306Nestled in the coveted Morningside neighborhood, this brick cottage has oodles of charm! You'll love the light-filled rooms, gleaming hardwoods, open living areas and renovated kitchen with vibrant granite countertops, large peninsula/breakfast bar, wine fridge and a view of the dining room. Three bedrooms including a master suite en suite. BONUS ROOM that's perfect for your home office or den. If you'd like some outdoor space, this home has not one, but two screened porches! The rear porch overlooks the deep, fenced backyard. This home also has a daylight basement, so there is room to expand or just store all your seasonal items. If you decide to make this your new "nest," you be just a hop, skip and a jump from all the Morningside restaurants, shops, and farmer's market. Emory, CDC, the interstate and Virginia Highland are also minutes away. Welcome home!
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- Bedrooms :: 3
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- Basement :: Daylight basement, unfinished
- Lot size :: 0.2 acres (per public records)
- Year Built :: 1945
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