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Neutrophils are a kind of white blood cell. Filled with enzymes, they help phagocytic cells kill and digest microorganisms that they have engulfed. Neutrophils are the body's main immune response to assaults on the body by bacteria and fungi. (They seem to have no effect on viruses and thus are not put into play when dealing with viral infections such as the common cold.) When an invader enters the bloodstream, tissue, etcetera, the neutrophils are brought to the scene by a process called chemotaxis.
In chemotaxis, the neutrophils recognize chemicals that are produced by bacteria and leave the blood vessels and go into the tissues following the trail of chemicals. When they find a bacteria cell, they completely surround it and digest it (basically tear it appart with chemicals). This also kills the neutrophil which the body expells. Dead neutrophils and digested bacteria are the main component in pus that forms around infected cuts.
In addition to killing bacteria by phagocytosis (engulfing), the neutrophils also can release a jumble of fibers in the form of a net called a neutrophil extracellular trap (NET). This kills microbes outside of the cell when the neutrophils release proteins in granules. Neutrophils also release superoxide. This is converted into hypochlorous acid (also known as chlorine bleach), which may also play a part in killing microbes.
Even when not engaged in ridding the body of invaders, the neutrophils have a very short life, lasting no more than a few weeks. In a normal human body, there are many constantly floating around in the bloodstream, looking for an infection. When a body has an insufficient number of neutrophils, it is called neutropenia. This can be a side effect of chemotherapy, and may also result from leukemia or anemia. Insufficient numbers of these important cells can hinder the body's immune response. Malfunctioning neutrophils can also cause trouble by actually damaging human tissues. Elevated levels of neutrophils may occur when the body is fighting a flu or other infection.
Neutrophils are often called the body's first line of defense, after about 48 hours, macrophages will begin to come into play. In the average body, there is one neutrophil for every one-thousand red blood cells. The relatively small neutrophil gets its energy from fermentation. Neutrophils are made by stem cells which go through terminal differentiation, which means they select to become a specified cell. Most of the body's neutrophils remain in the bone marrow. If the body is infected, many of them will be released at once to fight the infection.1 Neutrophils that complete their lifespan within the bone marrow without being used are generally consumed by macrophages. Others, when they die, disintegrate and provide food for other cells.


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Admit it. There's something you've been thinking about doing.
At first you were 110% committed. Nothing was going to stop you.
You had some doubts, but you decided it was worth doing.
You made plans, got excited about the potential and started taking action.
But then something happened. You encountered some early resistance.
It wasn't as easy to make progress as you thought, and you couldn't figure out some of the key components of your plan.
Then a bunch of questions popped in your head. "There are so many unknowns. What about X? And what about Y?" you started thinking.
And then the self doubt crept in.
Once the self doubt kicks in, you're hanging by a thread.
Now you have a decision to make.
Are you going to talk yourself out of it again this time?
Or, are you going to buck up, believe in yourself and move forward?
How many times will you go through this cycle?

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This high protein, low calorie diet is well accepted by most pets, and provides valuable support to dogs on weight reduction programmes, by counteracting potential muscle loss. Proteins have 30% less energy compared with a comparable level of carbohydrates, making this high protein diet ideal for cats trying to lose weight for their health.
- If your pet is overweight
- If your pet suffers from constipation
- Pregnancy or lactation, kittens
- High protein: High protein content to help maintain muscle mass throughout the weight loss period.
- Balanced nutrients : Enriched with nutrients, minerals and vitamins to avoid deficiencies when calorie intake is restricted.
- Bone and joint health : Chondroitin sulphate (inhibits enzymatic degradation of chondrocytes) and glucosamine (stimulates formation of glycosaminoglycans) help to prevent degenerative joint disease.
- EPA/DHA: Fatty acids to help maintain a healthy digestive system and a healthy skin. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are long-chain omega-3 fatty acids which can help to reduce inflammatory joint reactions.
Changing your pet's diet and length of treatment:
The length of time your pet needs to stay on a reducing diet depends on how much weight needs to be lost. Ideal weight loss is 1 to 3% of bodyweight per week. To prevent the development hepatic lipidosis, make sure that your cat takes well to its new feed.
Therapeutic veterinary diets are carefully formulated and recommended to be used in conjunction with veterinary advice and support. Royal Canin strongly recommend you seek advice from your Vet prior to and during feeding of any of these products to your pet.


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Old warriors pass out of existence and new warriors take to the field. The stink of death is apparent, and new men and women rise up to take power from the veterans, their glorious time past…
We're seeing exciting events almost every single day throughout the month of August. It's difficult to log in and not be bombarded with excitement. "Who killed the Outlaw?" "Is there another?" "Where?!" "Can I make it to the race in time?" "How do I register for the PvP event on Thursday?" "Will GMs be taking bets again?" These are becoming daily routines mixed into the extreme high-level competitions that occur on a weekly schedule. Be part of an epic mine takeover, clash guild v. guild against tall castle walls, and take down the competition in a glorious EID match, party vs. party.
The Leaderboards have launched, and users are fiercely competing for their next big title, snapped like a badge of honor from GMs to players every week!
Players could also expect a fantastic little "unmentioned" prize for actively participating in The Big Catch Fest, besides that coveted Box of Soul Stone! Will this be related to taking a title? Most certainly.
More PvP tourneys are on the way, as well as bonus opportunities for our vocal, appreciative Facebook users. And GMs love getting to know each and every individual that they come into contact with!
What are you waiting for?!
In Rosh Online: The Return of Karos, players fight their way through quests, guild clashes, large-scale PvP action and castle sieges to bring peace to the fantasy world of Asmara. In addition to the traditional experience-point-based leveling system, Rosh Online features the revolutionary Fletta system, which can be used to increase stats, give buffs, buy resources and enchant items. Furthermore, open world PvP adds a morality element to the game, providing an even deeper level of customization for online gamers. Interested players can download the game for free at the official site. They can also join the Rosh Online community for more information and sneak peeks into the game on the official Facebook page.


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LensVid Exclusive: Interview with Nikon in Lisbon (D7100 & COOLPIX A)
Earlier this year we conducted a video interview in Lisbon with Marina Gurevich (product manager for the D7100 in Nikon Europe) and Zurab Kiknalidze (who is the product manager for Lenses, software and accessories for Nikon and for the sake of the interview represented the Coolpix A side for Nikon).
Although we didn't have a chance to ask all the questions that we wanted due to time restrictions, the full interview is still a very respectable 17 min. One of the things which the interview did not show was a suprising demonstration by Zurab Kiknalidze from Nikon who just before the interview showed us how strong the back LCD of te D7100 really is by taking a metal key and scratching the screen repeatedly with great force (don't try this at home kids…). Nothing happened to the LCD and we did not notice any scratches what so ever (Nikon did not comment on the exact type of coating used and how it is similar or different then Gorilla Glass for example).
The entire interview was shot with a D7100.
Special thanks to Idan Presser from Composition Magazine who set down with us for the interview.


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The Justice League is coming!
We were promised that new Justice League would be getting more promotion this month. Well readers, our wishes have come true. Zack Snyder has released an image of Batman, The Flash, and Wonder Woman from the upcoming film, Justice League: Part 1 in an article from Entertainment Weekly.
Things seem to be going well with DC's biggest super-group. Snyder elaborated by saying, "I'm super happy with the chemistry of my league of justice doers."
One thing fans seemed to be universally excited about from the trailer we've seen was Ezra Miller as The Flash. He had this to say about his take on the Scarlet Speedster, "Flash is Ringo Starr. He annoys everybody, but he doesn't have any specific beef with anyone." Miller also offered up some insight on the other characters from the group. "Uncle Fish Curry (Aquaman) is very grumpy. Dad (Batman) gets grumpy too. Wonder Woman is very considerate, so even though she's annoyed with the Flash, she's still very compassionate."
The Justice League Trailer:
The film's synopsis:
Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman's selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy.
Justice League: Part 1 is slated to release on November 17th, 2017.
Are you guys excited to finally see the Justice League on the silver screen? Which character are you most excited for? We'd love to hear from you, so join in on the conversation in the comments below and tell us what you think!


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Ladies and Gentlemen:
This last month I have brought to the attention of a number of lab
members working in the Ebeam Lab the necessity of being sure to enable
on CORAL your own log in name and account for accesses to all equipment
at SNF. This is particularly evident when a user neglects to enable
over another persons login as they hand off the system to the next user.
Today I was forced to give one lab member a written warning and
probation action for a period of one month. There are also two other
lab members who have a verbal warning given since the beginning of the year.
This behavior is unfair to the others lab users whom are carefully
planning their research to stay below or within the monthly caps, and it
is against SNF and NSF policies on system access at our facility.
Finally it creates more work for SNF staff to clean up after these
Users are individually responsible for their enables and disables of
equipment on CORAL and failure to do so will result in a verbal warning
on the first event and a written warning with probation on the second
event. Failure to enable over other users during this probation period
will result in escalation of this probation action up to and including
suspension of lab privileges at SNF.
Please be sure to enable and disable on CORAL for all of your SNF system
Thank you for your support!
James Conway


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I found out last night that James Gandolfini died of a sudden heart attack in Rome, Italy. I wanted to pay tribute to him today. He was a great actor and I'm forever grateful to have saw one of the best television series in history become an American staple.
Gandolfini was in the company of his thirteen year old son when he collapsed. I can't imagine what is going on with the young one, but I do know that we all should stop today and say a prayer for their family. Life is short and we never know when our time is up. Thank you, Mr. Gandolfini for reminding me to always be on my grind!


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If I had one request for our leaders to consider during the G20 conference underway in London, it would be to concentrate on fixing the crisis of today, and spend less time talking about potential regulations intended to help us avoid doing the same crisis again in the future.
On one hand, its good to reflect back and try to assess what went wrong, and to figure out how we got into this mess. But, enacting regulation to avert the same disaster in the future runs the risk of erecting barriers to recovery today.
For example, I agree that it may be a good idea to increase capital reserve ratios at banks to avoid underfunded banks in the future, but by increasing reserve requirements today we risk reducing lending today (as we hope to avoid instability in the future). Also, it may be a good idea to regulate the "shadow banking" sector of hedge funds, private equity and so on…but what we need today is for secutitization markets to come back faster rather than later.
The problems facing the global economy are enormous. But our leaders need to be careful not to make todays crisis worse by attempting to restructure the system to correct yesterdays mistakes. Yes, I think reflection and remedy are required. But, now is not the time. Rather than trying to prevent tomorrows crisis, I think they should focus solely on fixing todays.
It could be argued that "leveraging" got out of hand, and that the bubble popped because of "too much credit". But, Ive long argued in this blog that "deleveraging" is the most harmful and most powerful trend that has been building since 2007,and that most of the pain we feel today (with lost jobs, lost production, lost income) is a direct result of the forceful deleveraging that was forced upon us. For our leaders at the G20….if we want to ease the pain of this recession, we shouldn't expect solutions to be found in regulations to avoid future leveraging. That action might solve yesterdays problem, and might avoid tomorrows….but it does nothing to solve todays.
A general theme that I see arising from the G20 leaders is a desire to "restructure and regulate". Great. But, first, please do what you can to stop the current crisis, even if those actions are not the best long-term solutions, and even if those solutions dont fit with the new "structure or regulation".
Brad Setser recently commented that "the lessons the effort to reform the international financial architecture in the 1990s holds for today's effort to reform the global financial system. Then, as now, there was a real desire to create a system that was less prone to major crises — though the financial crises of the late 1990s were concentrated in the emerging economies, not the US and Europe."
mmmm…. I find it alarming when todays top analysts from our most independent think tanks are flat-out assuming that "restructuring and regulation" are what our leaders should be focused on today. While I agree with most of Mr. Setser's analysis, I take objection with the undelying assumptions that now is the time to focus on preventing potential crises of tomorrow…
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Photos inside San Francisco's Color Factory
In August 2017, a white three-story building with vertical rainbow stripes located on the edge of lower nob hill in opened its doors for business. They called themselves The Color Factory and they welcomed people to come and enjoy an exhibit of color focused rooms, designed for delight and optimized for selfies. Soon, the word had spread on blogs and all over Instagram that this chromatic collection of rooms and treats couldn't be missed.
Because the tickets repeatedly sold out in a matter of minutes, this pop-up art exhibit has become a coveted experience for bay area locals. Naturally, I had to see what all the fuss was about. After my second attempt at buying tickets, I was finally successful and took my best friend Allie with me.
Photos Inside San Francisco's Color Factory
My honest opinion
The Color Factory, while delightful to the eyes isn't life changing by any means. It's difficult not to compare it to a similar pop-up museum called the Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC). Both are highly sought after pop-up art installations designed with the sole purpose to provide curated selfie experiences. Having gone to the MOIC, I noticed the staff energy levels were wildly different. The Color Factory employees did not slap on a layer of manufactured cheer to get you through each room like they did at the MOIC, and their rooms were not as intricate.
There were some things the Color Factory did better than the MOIC, one being the installation of photo booth cameras and the plastic card that recorded and sent every photo you took to your email. It was nice having a camera that would take a full photo instead of having to ask people around us to assist.
Ultimately if you go into this knowing it will be an hour of pure pretty things to look at and pose in front of, you'll have a good time. I recommend taking a good friend and getting there right when it opens so that you have very few people to compete with for time taking those selfies.


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1: Radiology is a medical specialty that employs the use of imaging to both diagnose and treat disease visualized within the human body. Radiologists use an array of imaging technologies (such as x-ray radiography, ultrasound, computed tomography
2: Some radiologic technologists and technicians, referred to as radiographers, produce x-ray films (radiographs) of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems.
3: They prepare patients for radiologic examinations by explaining the procedure, removing jewelry and other articles through which x rays cannot pass, and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed.
4: To prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation, these workers surround the exposed area with radiation protection devices, such as lead shields, or limit the size of the x-ray beam.
5: The average salary for radiologist jobs is $99,000. Average radiologist salaries can vary greatly due to company, location, industry, experience and benefits.
6: In addition to preparing patients and operating equipment, radiologic technologists and technicians keep patient records and adjust and maintain equipment. They also may prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a radiology department.


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Month of Outfits
Day 13Hot Date
Take your everyday black trousers out for a dinner date with a few sexy tweaks: a skintight bodysuit to start (Khaite's sleeveless, plunging iteration is our go-to), a cropped textured jacket just in case, and ankle-wrap heels to seal the deal. To show off the aforementioned deep-V, layer a few dainty chains; for polish, a mini wristlet clutch fits just the necessities so it won't weigh you down.
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When Reality Is More Interesting Than Fiction
|Prop Thtr presents
|Debris of the Prophet
|Written by Paul Carr
Directed by Stefan Brun and Scott Vehill
at Prop Thtr, 3502 N. Elston (map)
through October 10 | tickets: $15 | more info
Reviewed by Keith Ecker
Socio-politically, we are going through some pretty crazy times. If you read the papers, you'll know there's a virtual Holy War being waged right now between religious fundamentalists. Bitter conflicts, such as protests over the building of a mosque near Ground Zero and the threat by a Florida pastor to burn a pile of Korans, exemplify this mounting tension.
This rabid passion makes for great drama. And this drama has its share of thespians, from the aforementioned pastor Terry Jones to political pundits like Glenn Beck and Keith Olbermann. You'd think with such characters and tension, these real-life tales of religious zealousness would translate with ease to the stage.
Unfortunately, Prop Theatre's Debris of the Prophet fails to facilitate this transition from reality to fantasy in nearly every way possible. Written by Paul Carr, the play has as much action as a college lecture and no character development beyond establishing trite archetypes. Throw in the fact that the whole thing is bursting with self-importance and you have one extremely unpolished production.
Debris of the Prophet concerns a political cartoonist simply named Bob (Rick Edward Reardon). Bob's editor (Mark Kollar) has given him the opportunity to draw a series of religious-themed political cartoons to help attract readership. The idea is that controversial cartoons about religion will incite people, for better or worse, to pick up the paper. Unfortunately, Bob's a little too skilled in striking the nerves of Muslims, Jews and Christians. What results is a mass protest in front of the news building, which eventually leads to violence and destruction.
The second act takes a dramatic turn into the realm of pure fantasy. Bob is sucked inside one of his own political cartoons where he encounters the physical embodiments of the three major religions. The three religions debate whether or not to kill Bob as punishment for his blasphemy.
Debris of the Prophet is practically devoid of plot. Very little really happens throughout the course of the play. In fact, the first act is composed of two redundant scenes that stretch on for way too long, while the second act amounts to a long-winded diatribe on the perils of religion and the importance of free speech.
In addition, there is almost no energy put into character development. We know very little about Bob other than he's a cartoonist, and, thanks to a very fleeting and forced mention, his wife died of cancer. It soon becomes obvious that he is merely a two-dimensional prop that Carr uses to convey his thoughts on politics and religion.
None of this is helped by Stefan Brun and Scott Vehill's lazy direction. A news reporter (Shalaka Kulkarni), whose accounts of unrest and destruction punctuate the play's scenes, unconvincingly stands and ducks from unseen gunfire in front of the darkened stage. This gave me no sense of the reporter's environment or the actual chaos ravaging the city, save for a few gunfire sound effects. In addition, characters rarely move from their marks and almost never cross the center point of the stage. What you end up with is all talk and no movement.
The only reason I didn't give this play one star is because I can see this same script, with ample revisions, working for a 20-minute one act. The concept of a political cartoonist who gets sucked into his own controversial creation is rife with opportunity. However, as a full-length play, the novelty quickly wears off.
Debris of the Prophet starts off weak and ends up trudging across the finish line. For a show inspired by fascinating events, it's surprising just how boring it is. If you really want to see a good socio-political drama unfold, just turn on the evening news.
|Rating: ★½
Filed under: 2010 Reviews, Keith Ecker, Prop Thtr | Tagged: Chicago theater review, Debris of the Prophet, Keith Ecker, Mark Kollar, Paul Carr, Prop Thtr, Rick Edward Reardon, Scott Vehill, Shalaka Kulkarni, Stefan Brun |


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Oh. My. Gawd.
Friday night, I happened to be channel-surfing and saw that CBS was carrying a Garth Brooks' concert, live from L.A., to benefit the firefighters who fought the recent wildfires out west. Having nothing better to do at 9:00pm, CST (yes, I'm old), I decided to tune in a see old Garth do his magic.
You see, in my "Blue" period, I was a huge Country Music fan and other than George Straight, Garth Brooks was as big of a country artist as it gets. Garth had many hits in the 80s and 90s and I always had a particular fondness for his ballads like To Make You Feel My Love (written by Bob Dylan) and The Dance.
His concerts were legendary for the passion in his performance and the overall high-energy. Everyone that I've known who has attended one of Garth's shows said two things: 1.) It was worth every penny they paid; 2.) The guy is seriously talented.
So, I looked forward to settling in, hearing and seeing the great Garth Brooks, and being wowed once again. Unfortunately, it was not to be. Garth was really off. I don't know if he couldn't hear his tone, was ill or just way rusty, but virtually every song was out flat or out of tune and at points he seemed to be screeching. He covered with a bunch of yells to the crowd and let them sing some verses, but it was just not good. It was more glaringly evident how bad it was when his wife, Trisha Yearwood came out and sang perfectly in tune and then again, when Huey Lewis came out and sang Workin' for Livin'.
Here's an excerpt of Friday night's Garth:
Callin' Baton Rouge
The unofficial anthem of Louisiana may have been irreparably damaged. Now, contrast that with the loveliness of Garth past, singing one of Mr. D's all-time favorite songs:
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06 Feb Awareness Marketing Tactics for Luxury Hotels Targeting Three Top Guest Types
Everyone knows these three guest archetypes – especially the luxury hotels courting them. Here, we share tactics for marketing to them at the top of the funnel.
The "dreaming" stage of the traveler's journey at the very top of the funnel, when the traveler is passively thinking about taking a trip without a particular destination or even timeframe in mind, may be particularly valuable to luxury hotel marketers. Catch his or her attention with some of the stunning photos your resort or hotel offers, or the amazing programming on-site that a lower-tier hotel can't hold a candle to, and your potential guest may fly through the remaining stages of the traveler journey, right to your booking engine.
With that in mind, we've zeroed in on that particular niche – marketing during the dreaming phase for luxury independent hotels (that tends to be our niche as well, as a marketing agency within the hospitality industry) – and three common guest personas. We then present a sample marketing tactic for each of three media silos: paid, earned, and owned. The result is a quick cross-section of some of the tactics luxury hotel marketers may want to make sure they have nailed down in 2018.
1.) The Lacrosse Mom
The Lacrosse Mom is an upper-middle-class, trend-following leader in her family. She wants a vacation that'll be fun and engaging for the kids, but still culturally interesting enough for her and her partner.
Marketing Tactics to Optimize
Paid – Influencer Marketing: If influencer marketing brings to mind Millennials and Generation Z – not the Lacrosse Mom (LM) and her friends – you've got it all wrong. The LM lives for scrolling Pinterest and swiping through Instagram. There are tastemakers – like these "Influencer Moms" – in their 30s and 40s with large followings who are a perfect partner for reaching the LM.
Earned – Online reviews: Make sure your presence is updated on TripAdvisor, Yelp, Expedia, and the like, and constantly scan for new reviews. The LM wants to know that she's not just going on any old vacation – she did her homework and is staying at a resort with "amazing reviews," she could tell her friends. Address any negative reviews promptly and effectively, and promote the ones that speak glowingly of your resort on your social channels.
Owned – Email Marketing: Because she likely booked the trip and is the contact between your hotel and her family, the LM's email address is very valuable. Build and maintain segmented email lists of guests who stay with you and encourage them to return at strategic times.
2.) The Jet-Setting Baby Boomer
Whether retirement has hit or not, the Jet-Setting Baby Boomer (JSBB) has a good sense of what he'd like to do on his getaway and will conduct some careful research. Having money doesn't mean he doesn't appreciate a good deal, but he's willing to splurge for bucket list–type activities and luxurious accommodations.
Marketing Tactics to Optimize
Paid – Pay Per Click: The JSBB's research will largely take place on Google, so, considering his willingness to click search ads over members of more skeptical younger generations (who will scroll down to organic listings instead), a strong PPC campaign is a key ingredient for capturing the JSBB's attention.
Earned – PR: Legacy publications are still a trusted source of information for the JSBB – think magazines, both national and regional. Maintain a good relationship with journalists and publications. You could help them by being a source, for example. You never know when they could feature you in their next story.
Owned – Content Marketing: Going hand in hand with the aforementioned SEM strategy, building and maintaining a robust content strategy pays dividends well into the future. The obvious place for you to produce your own content is on a blog, but it can also be elsewhere on your website. Having a trove of informative, interesting stories will keep the JSBB on your site for longer periods of time, increasing your chance of conversion.
3.) The Rising Corporate Star
The Rising Corporate Star (RCS) does everything fast, from her morning routine to climbing the corporate ladder to, yes, booking vacations. She's not the corporate warrior of old – this 30- or 40-something absolutely values her time away from the office on vacation. She doesn't need to meticulously review her options, she doesn't need to penny pinch, and she doesn't hem and haw: She pulls the trigger when met with an offer that's sufficiently easy and attractive.
Marketing Tactics to Optimize
Paid – Retargeting: Get your message (with a clear CTA) in front of the RCS enough times, and eventually, her impulsivity could take over – especially if she's already visited your website.
Earned – Social Mentions: If the RCS has a vacation in the back of her mind and she sees a friend mention or like something regarding her own fabulous stay at XYZ Resort, it could be just the nudge she needs to book. Give your guests a reason (gorgeous visuals) to follow you on social media after (or in anticipation of) their stay.
Owned – Mobile Website: As we established above, time is precious to the RCS. Those few minutes of downtime on a commute or even waiting for the elevator could be when your luxury hotel catches her eye. If your website isn't optimized for mobile and she just happens to be browsing options on her phone, she'll just bounce to the next option. Be ready.


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Just when the Fan jumps out of the Manny pool, Manny puts on the charm and apologizes for the ending of his Boston career saying that the whole thing was his fault. Shoot, Manny, you did it again. The Fan had decided not to care how Manny does in Chicago. The Fan was determined to cut emotional ties with the most entertaining baseball player of the last fifteen years. And then Manny goes out and does this gesture. Crap.
Joe Torre came out and said after the whole last-Dodger-at-bat thing that he didn't think Manny quit on the Dodgers and though he was mad at the time, after talking with Manny, the manager said he believed it was a bad move on the umpire's part to eject the aging slugger. Crap. Another dagger in the "The Fan hates Manny now" mindset.
But the Fan has to be strong. One of the Fan's favorite readers commented with congratulations when the Fan threw away his Manny fetish. Now what is the Fan going to do? But it's hard, man. It's really hard because the guy is just so compelling. He always has been. And like it or not, there is always a soft spot in this writer's heart for redemption. AAARGGHHH!!
Stop it, Manny! Stop it right now! The Fan had this thing all figured out and there you go being all humble and crap. Not fair. Not fair at all.


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There are 47 survivors, one monster and a million other mysteries. It is an interesting mix, and the concept is drawing millions upon millions of people to Lost each week on ABC. But according to series co-creator Damon Lindelof, the mysteries might be revealed sooner than expected.
Speaking at ABCs winter press tour, Lindelof said that he, along with fellow co-creator J.J. Abrams and executive producer Bryan Burk, have carefully worked out what the answers are … and they might be revealed by the end of the first season.
"Every mystery that we present on the show -— What is the monster? Where does Ethan come from? Why hasn't Claire had her baby yet? — all those are questions that we know the answers to. But how and when we present those answers is not written in stone," He said. "Hopefully, we … won't betray the audience. … All I can say is, we're trying, we're doing our best, and we think the answers that we have are pretty cool."
A second season of the castaway drama has already been commissioned by the network and is scheduled to air in the fall. But despite the fantasy roots of the show, it will remain as grounded as ever.
"We're still trying to be … firmly ensconced in the world of science fact," Lindelof said. "I don't think we've shown anything on the show yet … that has no rational explanation in the real world that we all function within. We certainly hint at psychic phenomena, happenstance and … things being in a place where they probably shouldn't be. But nothing is flat-out impossible. There are no spaceships. There isn't any time travel."
In the final episodes of the first season, a few well-known faces will be making an appearance, including former The X-Files star Robert Patrick.
"I think part of the fun of our show is that guest stars can pop up in flashbacks, and it'll be a real surprise to the audience," Lindelof said. "Instead of stunting it or promoing it that way, to suddenly see Robert Patrick on an episode of 'Lost,' I think, is potentially very exciting for people. I'm kind of sorry that slipped out."
Patrick will be seen in a flashback scene, and Keri Russell — who previously starred in Felicity, also created by — may also be putting in an appearance.
"Lost" is aired Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on ABC.


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Reese News Lab students take three awards in AEJMC Best of the Web
Aug 28 2012
August 11, 2012
Three ReeseNews.org projects won three Association of Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) Best of the Web awards, announced during the 2012 AEJMC convention held in Chicago.
Rebecca Seawell, Sam Ward, Kristen Long and Alena Oakes — 2011 UNC School of Journalism and Mass Communication graduates — won first place in the team innovation category for "The Struggle for a Neighborhood," a multimedia project that examines the gentrification of the Northside community in Chapel Hill.
Andrew Dye and Kelly Wollman — 2012 graduates of the school — and Kat Styons, a 2012 UNC information science graduate, took third place in the team innovation category for their Carrier Classic interactive scoreboard, a slideshow presentation of the 2011 UNC vs. Michigan State basketball game played on the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier. The slideshow is presented chronologically with an accompanying game clock and scoreboard.
Wollman also won third place in the individual innovation category with "What's on your plate at the dining hall?," an interactive piece that lets users choose a meal and compare it to daily recommendations from the USDA.
The Best of the Web competition is an annual website design contest for AEJMC members. There are two main categories — journalism and innovation — in which either individual or team entries may be submitted. Entries are judged by Web design professionals and academics with a background in Web technology. The competition is offered as a collaboration between the Communication Technology and Visual Communication divisions of AEJMC.


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It occurred to me how often I describe the worthiness of what is On My Plate by telling you how much Hubs liked/loved it and how many servings he ate. Not this time. Hubs didn't sample this recipe at all. I couldn't even guess if he would have liked it. French toast and roasted asparagus are definitely things he would dig into, but Orange Butter Sauce probably would have made him wrinkle up his nose...until his first taste of the lightly citrused cream...maybe? Even after all these years of marriage, he does sometimes surprise me by absolutely loving or hating something that I was sure would force him into the opposite camp.
Today, however, I am all alone and only seeking my own approval. I thought that French Toast with Roasted Asparagus and Orange Butter Sauce would be delicious. I adapted a recipe torn from Martha Stewart Living to use ingredients that I had on hand and was sure that *I* (not Hubs) would enjoy. It was divine and would be a perfect breakfast or brunch for guests, but I can assure you that you don't have to save this enticing meal for guests. Go ahead. Whip it up. You don't need anyone's approval.
Orange Butter Sauce:
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
3/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 small shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 cup heavy cream
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 teaspoon orange zest
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons olive oil
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
French Toast:
4 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 slices hearty bread (I used Honey-Wheat, but brioche, sour dough, or your favorite would work.)
Orange Butter Sauce:
Bring wine, orange juice and shallots to a boil in a large sauce pan.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until until reduced to 3 tablespoons, about 10 minutes.
Whisk in cream, cook and reduce by half, about 2 minutes.
Reduce heat to low.
Add butter, 1 piece at a time, whisking after each addition.
Strain into a heatproof bowl (to remove shallots).
Add orange zest; season with salt and pepper.
Keep warm.
Preheat the oven to 475.
Toss asparagus with oil on a baking sheet.
Season with salt and pepper.
Roast until golden, about 8 minutes.
French Toast:
Whisk together eggs, cream, zest, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Pour mixture into a 9x13 baking dish and add bread.
Soak 2 minutes per side.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling.
Add the bread and cook on 1 side until golden brown.
Flip and cook other side until golden brown.
Top each slice of French toast with asparagus and drizzle with orange butter sauce.
Serve additional sauce on the side. (Serves 4)


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Semper Fidelis ~ they will be! | Columbia Wedding Planning
Kate, Tony and their families are the coolest people~ we became family once we began working on their wedding with them~ they were so much fun yet focused on creating a memorable event that guests would be talking about for years to come. The dedication that went in to the planning warms our hearts every time we talk about it. They were very specific about certain items but then let us run with some of our own thoughts that really made this beautiful Fall day emerge so beautifully. The couple married at the elegant St. Joseph Catholic Church and picked the gorgeous Millstone at Adams Pond forRead More →


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Hey foodie fans – I know it's a little strange to see a Foodie Friday post on a Monday, but hear me out: Beer Cheese Cupcakes with Bacon Cheddar Cream Cheese Frosting. Yup, you heard me. And since Mondays aren't anyone's favorite and cupcakes make everything better, and also in honor of Fat Tuesday being tomorrow, I thought I would share my new favorite recipe with you all that was a TOTAL SUCCESS for Super Bowl Sunday :)
Category Archives: Football Foodie
Friday Foodie: Super Bowl XLVI Special (Featuring JELLO SHOTS! and Bonus Booze Review)
We've made our predictions. Now it's time to get cookin'. And drinkin'. In fact, it is advised to do both at the same time. The other Ladies… and I have pulled together a Friday Foodie post of epic proportions. If you're getting a bit bored of chili, we have several suggestions to ensure your Super Bowl Party guests won't be pulling Manning Faces over the menu. Continue reading
Friday Football Foodie: The Before And After Edition
So, here we are going into the final week of regular season NFL play, smack between Christmas and New Year's. I thought that perhaps a nice Italian drink and appetizers would suffice. Something different and easy. Fix this trio of Bruschetta with Gorgonzola Cheese and Honey, Capreze Salad Bites, and Prosecco Digestif. Sit back, relax, de-stress and get ready for Sunday … and 2009.
Friday Football Foodie – The Sunday After Thanksgiving
Okay, this should have been up on Friday. But I figured who wants to eat much the day after Thanksgiving? Instead, I'm here to show you today how to make a patty melt and vanilla ice cream shake. Warning – you will need an ice cream maker for this … but you still have time to ask for one for Christmas, right? If you're like me, and not feeling very well because you're still recovering from the first winter cold of the season, you'll get your sweetie to make these dishes. And be patient when you click to view on – the pics take a bit of time to load, but are well worth it.
Friday Football Foodie – Super Bowl Spread
We made it. Four weeks of pre-season. (Five if you count the Hall of Fame game.) 17 weeks of the regular season. Four weeks of play offs.
Now, it has become fashionable to consider the Super Bowl almost down-right irrelevant. Too much hype. Too much of a spectacle. Too much Ryan Seacrest. For sports tourists.
Bullshit is what I say.
If this game did not matter, it would not hurt that my team is not in it. If this game did not matter then why have I been sucked in to watching pretty much every rerun on the NFL Network the last two weeks of previous playoffs and Super Bowls. If this game did not matter, then why did we all bother to watch the last 26 weeks of play?
Being a football fan and not caring about the last game of the season would be like watching Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, and The Return of the Jedi and stopping the film when Han and Leia are captured on Endor, the Rebel fleet is trapped, and Luke has yet to confront Darth Vader.
It is leaving Woodstock before Jimi Hendrix plays.
Why do I bring this up? 1) I believe the spectacle of pro-football week after week is what makes it special. 2) You don't have to be over-exposed to the hype if you don't want to be. It is not that hard to avoid sports coverage if you choose to do so. 3) I really have no good way of wrapping up the Football Foodie for the season, and when I am tired am prone to hyperbole.
So how about a Friday Football Foodie retrospective for the best of the best. Sure fire hits if your a fan, a fanatic, or just a tourist.
How Not to Throw A Superbowl Party
(Ed. note – I passed out last night after a post-op Vicodin, leaving open my laptop with the framework of this post up. TheStarterboyfriend, not realizing when I am asleep he's allowed to clock out from his nursing duties, jumped in with the funny commentary. Thanks TSB! You're like a magical, 6'3, spinning-gold-from-straw elf!)
'Tis the time of year for everyone around you to suddenly start caring about football. Where even the casual observer ("Hey! Wasn't there a Manning in a Superbowl just a couple years ago? What a coincidence!") becomes a veritable Bob Costas-like conflagration of football idioms and statistics. And somehow, some way you wind up partying with these people, listening to them espouse moronic sports anecdotes, figuring you can suck it up for a few hours because, hey, that 60″ LCD HD TV is totally worth it.
But this year, more so than in the Bowls of yesteryear, we here at Ladies… are telling you now– BEWARE!
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Friday Football Foodie – Limping into the playoffs
Saying that I am behind on the Friday Football Foodie is a bit of an understatement, but in a weird way my performance is not that different from how many teams ended the season.
Week 16 – Dec 20, 22, 23 – In a Thursday night game against the Rams, Steelers running back and league leading rusher Willie Parker goes out with a broken fibula. FFF is not posted due to food poisoning from a bad turkey sandwich. (It was going to be about the above Steelers sugar cookies* with buttercream frosting and these great pumpkin spice cookies** that are perfect for the holidays. Sent batches out to all of the Ladies and Tuffy.)
Week 17 – Dec 29, 30 – Every playoff bound team is resting their starters if they can. FFF is not posted due to lack of internet at a spa retreat. (Athletes get deep tissue massages and feel a great sense of relief; I get a deep tissue massage and am sore for two days.) There is something to resting your starters though. Who knows when injury can happen. The FFF's camera which had been on the fritz for awhile was dropped onto a marble floor at the spa from which it will never recover, thus hurting the FFF's playoff run.
Wild Card Playoffs – Jan 5, 6 – Pressure, pressure, pressure, come up with a game plan THAT DOES INVOLVE BRUCE ARIANS HOW CAN YOU SAY HE'S COMING BACK NEXT SEASON. FFF is not posted due to poor clock management, stress, and more stress.
Which means the Friday Football Foodie is much like the Colts right now; Haven't had a game that tested them since Week 14 against the Ravens and are completely beat up.***
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Did everyone check out my Jolly Time giveaway post?! Make sure to check it out and stay tuned for more entry opportunities!
I hope you all had great weekends! I did! It went way too quickly though. I did some baking, homework, cleaning, relaxing, grocery shopping, ran a little over a mile Friday night and ran 3.2 miles Sunday night, put out my fall decor, admired the fall scenery and went out for a meal at Panera Bread. I think those are my highlights for the weekend!
I am so excited about Panera bread. Has anyone been there lately? They now post their calorie information on the menu! That makes it SO easy to make a healthy choice! I had already planned what I was going to get, but then I thought, well I could get this soup instead and I'd have 50 more calories that I could use on this salad, etc. I am in love with this and I hope that other restaurants follow suit!
For breakfast this morning, I had a slice of whole wheat toast with peanut butter and banana along with a cup of 1% milk for 8 points.
I had my usual coffee with FF vanilla creamer for .5 point.
On my first break, I wasn't really feeling hungry so I did laundry instead. I love being able to get things done around the house on workdays- I am still loving working at home and it sure looks like this is going to be permanent! :)
For lunch, I had teriyaki chicken wings along with a salad and a little bit of Raspberry Vinaigrette for 5 points.
I also had an apple and peanut butter for 3 points.
For my last break, I felt kind of snacky, so I had a 1/2 serving of this yummy mix I made for 2.5 points.
For supper, I made another recipe out of my HG cookbook. This time it was Pan Fried Chicken Parm. This was delicious and very easy. I also had green beans and 1 1/2 slices of homemade Italian herb bread topped with light margarine for a total of 6.5 points.
For dessert, I had another HG cook book recipe- Caramel Pumpkin Pudding cupcakes. YUM! And I can't believe these are only 2 points. Simply amazing.
After supper, we rested for a while and then headed out for a short run. Total time was 25 minutes. Overall distance 1.37. Walked to and from our route and ran a total of 1.17 miles straight. We were both pretty tired tonight. I burned 203 calories. We have 9.4 miles to go to meet our 25 mile challenge- we're getting there!
I have 3.5 points remaining today and will probably have a small snack of some sort. I hope you had a great Monday!
For an extra entry into the giveaway today, go back to the original giveaway post and answer this question: If you could come up with your own popcorn flavor, what would it be?


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Swimming backstroke is the third fastest stroke competitively, originated from an old english style of swimming backstroke
and has developed over the years and has evolved into an alternating and more effective action. This action gives
the backstroke less resistance with a continuous propulsion. The speed of the backstroke is limited by the restrictive
range of movement of the shoulders as well as the ability/inability to use the power in the chest muscles to the
best desired effect by the roll of the body which will be discussed in more detail in the chapter about the upsweep
of the arms.
When swimming backstroke it is usually developed from a simple back paddle just kicking legs on the back, once this
achieved then the backstroke swimmer can begin to develop the arms as long as the streamlined body position is maintained.
Swimming backstroke can be a first choice of stroke for the beginner because it free from the water and does not really
require a breathing pattern so there are little or no difficulties. The only problem can occur is that some swimmers
do not like lying on their back due to fear of the water.
When swimming backstroke the body should be in a flat and horizontal position (supine). The body should also be in
a streamlined position. The head should be relaxed, with the water should be crossing the ears keeping steady and
in line with the body. The eyes should be looking upwards and backwards keeping the chin close to the chest. Keep
your shoulders just below the surface of the water but they will only become visible as your body rolls
and your arms recover. Your hips are the lowest part of the body when swimming the backstroke. The practice of
letting the less able swimmers hips sink should be discouraged if you are teaching your child or yourself to
swim backstroke Keep your legs and toes close the surface with your toes breaking the surface of the water. Your body will roll on it's
longitudinal axis, you can roll up to about 60 degrees from the horizontal. This roll helps to assist so that
you can place your hand in the best catch position so that you can have an effective underwater arm action which
assists the over water arm recovery. The only part of the body not involved in this body roll is the head this
should be perfectly still when swimming backstroke.
When you swim backstroke you will need a good, strong and efficient legs kick. The leg kick in backstroke is mainly
used for balance, it is not very likely that the leg kick will provide much propulsion. If you were a good leg
kicker then you may get a little propulsion maybe 1-5 percent which could be used when the arms are not in
their propulsive phase. When one arm is above the head ready for entry and the other is by the side just finished
it's pull. You must remember that the although the legs do not contribute to propulsion they are still important
for a good body position as well as balance for your strong sweeping actions made by your arms which is made
outside the line of the body which will in effect will cause lateral deviation. So a good leg action will
minimize lateral deviation (moving from side to side).
Although the kicks are described as an upbeat and downbeat it is important that the kick does not necessarily take
place in the vertical plane. Your hips move side to side along with the upper body as it rolls so the path of the
kick is influenced at the time of the upbeat and downbeat.
When swimming backstroke the legs action is alternating as well as continuous. Your legs will stay close together
and the movement of each of your legs initiates from the hip and is observed as an upbeat and downbeat.
Your leg will begin the downbeat close to the surface of the water and the leg is almost straight. When you begin the
downbeat your hip will press downwards and then will be followed by your upper leg your lower leg and your foot.
The downbeat of each of your legs is called the recovery phase so this movement you will find should be relaxed
and done without very much effort. When you get to the end of the downbeat that will be the lowest point and
outside of your body range. The depth of this all depend on the size of your limbs. As a guide the leg will
be at a point where the leg can be fully extended with your toes pointed. It will be apparent to the backstroke
swimmer that the flexibility of the your ankles is of importance.
The upbeat will begins as your hip begins to lift. Then your upper leg follows the hip and your knee will begin to
bend your knee will bend will be about 90 to 120 degrees. Your lower leg will then press upwards with your shin and
and the top of your foot. The pressure at this stage is a combination of upwards and backwards. Now your leg will
accelerate upwards and as you kick your leg to the surface this is when propulsion is achieved. When the toes break
the surface the upbeat ends.
When swimming backstroke you will find that the arms provide main propulsion. The arm action is continuous and alternating. There are four parts
to the arms in backstroke which are the entry, catch, propulsive phase and recovery which I will discuss in more
When your hand enters the water your little finger enters first keeping it in line with your shoulder. Your palm facing outwards and then hand
should sink to a depth of about 30 cms causing the minimum amount of drag. Make sure that your hand does sink a little because it help with your body
roll. Your arm will also be fully extended As your hand will be placed in the water. Making sure it is done
without any undue tension as well as making sure that you do not over reach. It is very important that the arm enters in line with the shoulder. An
entry that is too close to the centre line or too wide will have a detrimental effect on your streamlining and propulsion. It is also very important
that your little finger enters first by entering with the back of the hand will cause more resistance also you will not be able to sink your hand to the
desired position as well as a tendency to pull with the little finger leading.
Your hand will start to feel the pressure of the water ready for the sweeping and propulsive movement which will follow. Shortly afterwards your hand will
be in the catch position. You will then rotate your hand downwards, as you press on the water your elbow will bend and your upper arm will rotate, giving
you a high elbow position that you need to enable the initial downward sweep to be performed effectively.
When learning the backstroke you will find that the arms are the hardest part of the stroke and to develop the
correct catch position and the downwards movement to the catch position. But practice makes perfect!
Your hand will now begin to give a backwards pressure on the water. This is so that your hand can make a purchase
on the water and move your body forwards over the hand.
Your elbow will now begin to bend and your hand will continue to sweep downwards slightly. As your hand begins the downsweep the pitch of your hand will
be downwards as well as backwards. When you have finished the downsweep your elbow will be flexed to 90 degrees your hand will be in line with your
shoulder. your elbow at this point will be pointing to the pool bottom and your finger tips should be facing outwards. You will change your hand pitch
into a backwards direction in the transition period, through to inwards and upwards, ready to begin your upsweep.
It is important to realize that swimming backstroke you will continually alter the pitch of your hand throughout the sweeping actions. So that you
get the best possible propulsion during the downsweep your hand should be pitched downwards, outwards, and slightly backwards.
Your hand will now sweep upwards towards the surface of the water keeping the elbow bent. The upsweep progresses from your shoulder line through to just
above the waist. It is of importance now that the roll is of great importance, to ensure that the sweeping propulsive can be effective. At the end
of your upsweep your pitch is now altered to backwards then to downwards and then backwards.
When your hand sweeps downwards your elbow will straighten. The propulsive phase of the arm stroke is now completed with your arm extended below your hip.
When you swim with the arms they are likened to a long letter 's' shape alongside your body in the water.
Your body will roll after the final downsweep of your hand the recovery action of your arm begins. Your hand on which you are to recover will be
below the level of your hip so it needs to be lifted through the water in a way which will cause you the minimum amount of resistance. You can achieve this
by rotating your hand inwards so the palm faces your thigh, your hand will then be able to cut through the water on its side. When you bring it up it
should leave the water be thumb first. Once your arms have left the water your arms should come directly over your shoulder being an elevated position
due to the body roll. When your thumb is your arms is gradually from your shoulder joint to place your hand in a little finger entry position as it passes your
head on it's way down into the water. Make sure your arm is straight as wells relaxed during the recovery giving your arms an opportunity to recovery from the
propulsive phase. Make sure you do not overreach at this time.
When swimming backstroke the timing of the recovery and propulsive arm position is very important if you want to swim backstroke with good technique.
As your recovering arm enters the water the propulsive arm should be sweeping down at the end of it's propulsive phase. The opposition of your arms
helps with your body roll and your streamlining and it provides the most continuous application of propulsive force on the water.
When swimming backstroke breathing is not usually any problem because the head is free of the water and does not go into the water at any time.
Breathing can take place at anytime during the stroke. Make sure that you take a regular pattern of breathing. The usual pattern of breathing is
to take an in breath as one arm recovers and an out breath on the other arm recovery (in on one arm out on the other).
When swimming the backstroke there are two parts to co-ordination the timing the leg action with your arms as well as the arms with each
The most common timing used is the six beat leg action this is complete by the time the cycle of the arms is complete. It is important that
a strong balancing leg kick is used when swimming backstroke because as I mentioned before the arms are pitched outside the center line and the
faster leg kick is used to maintain a streamline and horizontal position preventing lateral deviation (body moving side to side). The six beat action is the
most commonly used a small minority of backstroke swimmers will use any other pattern.
When swimming backstroke your arms can be seen opposite each other but there is a period in this cycle when
both arms are in the water at the same time. This is simply when one arm is moving towards the catch and the other
is releasing the water and beginning the recovery. This is a slight overlap which ensures that your stroke does
keep a continuous propulsion from your arms.
When you swim backstroke you will find you may have one or more faults, in this part of my page we will look at the
fault that you may come across the reasons why and how you can improve and correct the fault. You may not realize you
have any kind of fault but it may be worth having a read in case you recognize something in your stroke which you
may not have realized is a fault.
Click here to look at my page about backstroke drills to correct your faults and improve your stroke
Swimming backstroke/ click here to go to the fun swim shop to find swim floats and other swim equipment
Knees are breaking the surface of the water. This is quite a common fault
Excessive bending of your knees during your leg kick, it is similar to cycling.
Corrective practice
Practice leg kicking on their own using either 1 or 2 hand floats. Kick from the thigh and hips imagine someone
has tied splints to your legs.
Hips too low
Head too high, poor or weak leg action.
Try placing your head further back to encourage hip lift. Try kicking legs on the back using floats and encourage
hip lift, making sure your head is lifted back.
Kicking too shallow.
Lack of understanding of the contribution of the leg kick to your stroke.
Try kicking legs on your back using hand floats emphasize a slower as well as a deeper kick when you achieve the correct
depth then increase the speed of your legs once more. Remember how important the legs are to this stroke.
Entering the water with the back of your hand.
The lack of understanding of the importance of a little finger entry. Or trying to turn your hand over for the entry
at a too late a point.
Corrective practice
Try out of water practice to achieve a better rotation of the arms from shoulder girdle to achieve a little finger
entry position.
Hands entering the water far too wide
Lack of knowledge and understanding of the importance of a correct hand entry, this could also be caused by a lack
of shoulder mobility
Start practicing a good over the shoulder entry placing the hands little finger first towards the center line but not over it by
swinging the arm over your shoulder. If the reason is because you have limited mobility in one or both of your
arms then try over the arm exercises to increase the flexibility of the shoulder joint. Do your best but
don't over stretch yourself and injure yourself.
Lateral deviation at the hips (meaning legs swaying from side to side).
Hands may be over the centre line and/or a weak leg action
Practice your leg action using hand floats to help to improve the strength of the legs making sure your legs are straight
kicking from the hips. This will keep your body balanced and mainly your body straight and level.
Practice your arm action using a hand float you could practice one arm at a time by holding a float across your
chest concentrating on keeping your arm in line with your shoulder.
Hope you have enjoyed my page about backstroke swimming there are plenty more pages on other aspects of swimming
as well as more to come if you want to take a look great! if not thank you for reading.
Dale Dudley.
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I think, every once in a while, about the life I should be living, the one I fully expected to be enjoying right about now. In the life I was supposed to have, my husband and I would be admiring the view from our waterfront home in the town where we were both born and raised. Good friends and neighbors would be next door, up the street, and all over the neighborhood. Our parents would live only blocks away, in our childhood homes. Wed be taking our grandchildren to the beach club on weekends, enjoying the fruits of our labors and looking forward to a peaceful retirement. That was the plan, anyway . . . but the whole world knows how that turned out.
Mary Jo Buttafuocos anonymous life as a suburban wife and mother in sleepy Massapequa, New York, on Long Island, ended in May 1992, when she was shot in the head on her own front porch. The Long Island Lolita saga sparked a media frenzy that has not died to this day. As the years passed and Mary Jo steadfastly stood by her man while Joey Buttafuoco and Amy Fisher continued to make headlines, one question lingered in the minds of women everywhere: Why did she stay for so long? In Getting It Through My Thick Skull, Mary Jo finally answers that question fully and convincingly. The answer is simple, yet it took almost three decades of turmoil: She was married to a sociopath. And while Mary Jos face and story are known all over the world, shes just one of countless women who have become similarly enmeshed with a partner who wreaks utter havoc on the lives around them.
Using her own experiences, Mary Jo helps readers determine if they are indeed involved with a sociopath and offers hope and help for them throughher tragic and triumphant life lessons. In addition, readers will be inspired by Mary Jos comeback: A true reclamation and re-creation of her life from the inside out. Through private details of the resiliency and rebuilding she has forged over the past sixteen years, Mary Jo shares with readers for the first time:
Her addiction to painkillers and her recovery through the Betty Ford Center
Her overdue decision to leave Joey and start over again on her own in California-3,000 miles from her support system
Taking control of her physical, spiritual, and emotional health and learning to feel attractive and in control again, despite the scars and trauma of the gunshot
Her highly controversial and public forgiveness of Amy Fisher
The new love in her life and how she found the courage to trust, believe, and find hope in a committed relationship once again


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Adidas Errejota J League
Adidas Errejota J League official match ball of Japanese J League unveiled. After Adidas Conext15 J League, like in previous Year, another official match ball we'll see on the japanese stadiums. This Year will it be an Adidas Errejota, an official match ball of upcoming summer olympic games. The same design with addons J League logo.
With the ball's first appearance scheduled for the FIFA Club World Cup, the Adidas Errejota will take the Carioca spirit to Japan on December 10th in the Yokohama International Stadium. The ball will also be used in all world championships organized by FIFA during the 2016 season, including Rio de Janeiro.


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1 tube of choice - I'm using the artwork of Olivia which you can purchase here
Font of Choice - I'm using Twinkle Toes here
Yarrow Mask 9 here
"Something Beautiful" a PTU scrap kit by Tina's Magical Scrap World here and can be purchased at Exquisite Scraps here
Tina, I just couldn't leave this beautiful kit alone and made another!
This tutorial was written assuming you have working knowledge of PSP.
~♥~ Let's get started ~♥~
Open up a blank 700 X 700 canvas. Flood fill white.
Copy and paste Lace Frame 2 as a new layer. Resize 70%. Use your Magic Wand and click inside of it.
Selections/Modify/Expand by 6.
Copy and paste a paper of choice below the frame. Selections/Invert. Hit the delete button.
Copy and paste your tube below the frame. Resize to your liking.
Hit the delete key.
Effects/Photo Effects/Sepia Toning
Amount to Age: 60
Hit the delete key.
Effects/Photo Effects/Sepia Toning
Amount to Age: 60
Add your embellishments: I used:
Curl Bow 1: Resize 50%
Bead Charm 1: Resize 70% Free Rotate right 80 degrees
Butterfly 2: Resize 50%
Calla 1: Resize 70%
Key 1 & 2: Resize 30% Free rotate left 30 degrees
Single Calla 2: Resize 50% Free rotate left 85 degrees
Copy and paste your tube as a new layer.
Highlight your white canvas. New Raster Layer. Select All. Copy and paste a paper of choice Into Selection. Apply the mask. Merge Group.
Add your copyrights.
Add your name. I set my foreground and background to Pattern and used papers from the kit. Stroke 2.
I also used an inner bevel:
Bevel: 2
Width: 7
Smoothness: 55
Depth: 16
Ambience: -27
Shininess: 45
Color: white
Angle: 135
Intensity: 31
Elevation: 88
I hope you enjoyed this tutorial.
I'd love to see your results.
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Amazon IoT Button + Pushover = Extra Laziness
I've four kids (and we're done). My oldest is 9, and my youngest is 2. The oldest always wakes up around 5am, and the toddler wakes up around 6:30. I don't like waking up at 6:30, and the oldest can now get her out of the crib.
So, every morning around 6:30, I hear the two year old start crying and then get my phone and text my son, who goes to get her. This is mostly great, except I have to wake up enough to send a text message (even just to copy/paste a previous request from the day before).
I could suggest that he get her up any time she starts crying after 6:30, but there are circumstances where we don't want that, so I still want to be manually involved to some extent.
Enter the Amazon IoT Button. I hooked that up to an AWS Lambda function, which pings Pushover, which sends a push notification to my son's iPad. So, now instead of sending a text, I just push a button and go back to sleep.
The code itself is pretty simple. I didn't really care about input, so it's just an unused Java inputstream (note that all of the Lambda stuff requires plain Java interactions, so .asJava is necessary if you're returning a non-primitive). Full repo on GitHub: terrbear/iot-pinger:
I'm not really embracing Dispatch's futures here, but that seemed reasonable for the way it's running. Also, Lambda wants a class it can instantiate to call the handler method (from my tiny bit of experimentation).
Steps to reproduce:
- Buy an IoT button
- Install Pushover and make an account and register an app
- Make your own Lambda function - when you're creating the Lambda function you'll be given an opportunity to register your IoT Button.
- Profit


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Neem Leaf Powder Organic
Neem Leaf Powder supports immune health for the entire body. With powerful antimicrobial chemical compounds, this staple of Ayurvedic medicine helps treat many internal and topical infections and promotes many regulatory functions throughout the body.
What is Neem Leaf Powder
Neem Leaf Powder is the pure ground leaves of the Indian Neem plant often called the Indian Lilac. It has been used in Ayurvedic medicine and therapeutic practices for over 4,000 years. The Neem Leaf has a slightly bitter taste due to the presence of compounds called limonoids. In other forms, Neem Leaf Powder is used agriculturally as an insecticide and insect repellent.
Researchers have found over 140 active compounds in Neem Leaf Powder that supports the entire body. These include quercentin, salannum, sodium nimbinate, nimbidin and a host of other bio-active ingredients. Neem has antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, anti-allergenic, antioxidant, anti-parasitic and analgesic properties. Neem Leaf Powder also contains 60% water and 7% protein, making it a hydrating and wonderful source of plant protein.
Benefits of Neem Leaf Powder
Neem Leaf Powder is an immune boosting superfood supplement that helps cleanse and rejuvenate the bloodstream, digestive system, respiratory system, mouth and skin. With the unique ability to fight off so many pathogens – bacteria, fungus, parasites, allergens, free radicals and viruses – Neem Leaf Powder has a profound impact on immune health.
Neem Leaf Powder has been used in various parts of the world to help relieve symptoms of many serious diseases, including malaria. Its powerful chemical compounds help combat a range of intestinal issues such as ulcers, worms, excess bile and a general upset stomach. Neem Leaf Powder helps regulate insulin in those with blood sugar imbalances and can also support other healthy functions of the heart including keeping blood flowing smoothly through blood vessels.
Due to its purifying capabilities, Neem Leaf Powder helps control excess mucous. This can aid in alleviating many respiratory symptoms such as those associated with asthma or the common cough. Neem Leaf Powder is also used to support oral health. As an anti-bacterial, gums and teeth benefit from Neem Leaf Powder. It is known to prevent gingivitis and protect teeth enamel from the build-up of plaque and tooth decay.
Additionally, Neem Leaf Powder is a great antioxidant superfood for healthy skin. The stems, root, bark and leaf of the Neem plant can be used as a topical astringent to treat oily, acne prone skin. As a superfood meant for consumption, Neem Leaf Powder offers skin these wonderful advantages from the inside, out. Or Neem Leaf Powder can be made into a topical paste. Again, because it is a strong antimicrobial, Neem Leaf Powder helps fight off foreign substances that threaten the health of skin cells, whether they are deep beneath the surface or residing atop the most superficial layers of skin. This means it not only helps regulate oil production and clear skin of pimples, it is also terrific for moisturizing dry skin, reducing dark circles and hyper-pigmentation, and giving skin an overall younger looking appearance.
How to Take Neem Leaf Powder
Zokiva's Neem Leaf Powder is the pure ground leaves of the Neem plant. It is a potent source of many active compounds that can enhance your daily diet. Simply add it to your favorite foods and beverages to enjoy the tremendous health benefits. Because it has a slightly bitter taste, many people prefer Neem Leaf Powder combined with potent flavors that will mask its taste.
As a topical skin treatment, in a small cup, add several drops of water to a teaspoon of Neem Leaf Powder. Stir until the powder is saturated and makes a paste. Spread the paste of the affected area. Repeat daily for best results.
Neem Leaf Powder Benefits
INGREDIENTS: Organic Neem Leaf Powder (Azadirachta Indica)
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Some time ago, Pacific foods reached out to me and asked if I'd be interested in reviewing their new line of baked and refried beans in BPA-free Tetra Recart cartons. This is the first and only line of its kind–baked and refried beans, even vegetarian/vegan ones, typically come in cans, and those cans are rarely BPA free (the Eden brand is an exception). The Tetra Recart packaging is recyclable and easy to open, and the beans are slow cooked before packaging.
You may already be a fan of the Pacific company. Pacific has been in business for 25 years, offering sustainably farmed, non-GMO, and often organic soups, grain and nut milks, and sauces to consumers. Pacific almond, hazelnut, and hemp milks are favorites of mine, as is the company's low sodium vegetable broth. When I had an office job, I often kept some of the company's carrot ginger soup at work, and would heat it up and add some cooked chickpeas for a quick, easy lunch. I've always been impressed with the quality of Pacific products, not to mention the short ingredient lists.
While not all of the new bean options are vegan, the refried black beans, refried black beans with green chilis, and organic baked beans are. I had a chance to taste the latter two.
I started with the refried black beans with green chilis. I chose to serve these as a dip, rather than in a recipe.
- Organic Black Beans
- Water
- Organic Onion
- Organic Olive Oil
- Organic Chiles
- Organic Jalapeños
- Organic Lemon Juice
- Organic Garlic
- Sea Salt
- Organic Cilantro
- Organic Spices
- Organic Lime Oil
Taste: To me, this tasted like a bright black bean dip. I definitely caught the citrus tones, and–lemon and lime fanatic that I am–it really made the dip for me! I enjoyed the dip with some raw corn chips (a recipe I'm perfecting for you guys, but I'm not there yet!), but it would be great with regular tortilla chips, red pepper strips, celery, or as a filling for tacos or burritos. It was definitely my favorite of the beans that I tried–the lime flavor did it.
Next up, the organic baked beans.
When I opened up this box, I was hoping to whip up a really quick lunch. I had corn tortillas from Food for Life, jarred, roasted red peppers (I tend to keep these around in busy times for quick packed lunches and to add flavor to salads), and cilantro. I decided to mush up the baked beans and serve it up tostada-style, rather than eat the beans with a spoon or heat them up over the stove. A little untraditional, but I was happy I did this, because it was delicious!
- Water
- Organic Navy Beans
- Organic Onion
- Organic Brown Sugar
- Organic Tomato Paste
- Organic Cane Sugar
- Organic Rice Flour
- Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
- Organic Garlic
- Sea Salt
- Organic Spices
Taste: While I didn't grow up with a lot of legumes (they're not my mom's favorite, so we didn't eat them often), I did get to try baked beans often at my cousins' place in New Hampshire, where they were a staple. I loved the sweet, hearty flavor, and these baked beans do a great job of recreating it. I could have used even a little more tartness (so, more apple cider vinegar), but I thought the sweetness was just right.
You can find the new, carton packed beans at a health food supplier near you (the Pacific site has a store locator at the top of their website). Amazon also sells 2 packs of the black refried beans and the vegetarian baked beans for about $6.00. They're shelf stable, so it's easy to add these to the legumes you may already have as pantry staples. And it's really nice that they're pre-seasoned. I should note that, while the salt is definitely detectable, I didn't find either of these two dishes to be overly salty for my palate, though the baked beans may be a tad salty for others.
It's always great to have more BPA-free options on the market. I hope you'll enjoy the new Pacific bean options, and that they'll offer you quick and easy shortcuts when you need them!


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While you've been hiding from the the Polar Vortex, sleet and hail, the Madison Avenue Missoni boutique has slashed the prices of their famous zig-zag designs up to 80%. The discounts include most of what's left over from the winter collection along with a selection of bathing suits and cover ups.
If you head to the back half of the store, you will find the entire area filled with deliciously colored discounted fashion and accessories. The sale selection also includes a small assortment of men's and kid's merchandise. Winter hats and scarves are discounted about 30% while shoes and clothing up marked down to about 80%.
A full length zip-up wool coat is $695 from $2770, classic knit sweaters are $300 from $1170, a cashmere coat with a fox collar $995 from $5320, a reversible cap is $475 from $2520. One style bikini is $276 from $460 and another is priced at $243 from $405. A colorful child's vest is $200 from $620. The best deal may very well be the shoes, which area almost all mostly priced at $195 from a starting range between $600 and $900.
Everything that is available is already on the sales floor. It appears as if most of the smaller sizes have been sold. The majority of the selection is a 38 to a 42. Most of the shoes ranged from a size 37 to a 41. Online shoppers can head to the Missoni website but prices are only reduced 50%.
If you're a Missoni lover, this is a sale you won't want to miss. You can click on the jump link to browse a variety of pictures from inside the boutique.
1009 Madison Ave @78th Street
(212) 517-9339
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Missoni Boutique Slashes Prices 80%
4 comments:
- Japolina said...
Very tempting. Very tempting
- February 5, 2014 at 9:07 PM
- Lila Delilah said...
Yes it is... but be warned. It's hard to resist not breaking the budget on this one.
- February 5, 2014 at 9:21 PM
- Unknown said...
This was an awesome pretty sale, loved shopping out myself at Missoni Boutique; just thought that it would have been real great if i could shop at my general stores offering me such deals to buy general merchandise pallets.
- February 7, 2014 at 12:20 AM
- Nina said...
These creations look's great ^^
- February 19, 2014 at 5:49 AM
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