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I've written recently about conservative arguments that having abortions causes post traumatic stress disorder and ruins women's lives, and that being gay means leading a destructive "lifestyle" that elevates your risk of suicide and depression. In each case I've pointed to self-fulfilling prophesies – if you can convince women having abortions that they are murdering babies, then of course they'll have problems afterwards, and if you continually tell gay young people that homosexuality is an abomination and a depraved "lifestyle," then of course those gay teens will be at a higher risk for depression and suicide. But there's another point to be made here as well.
At the core, evangelicals and fundamentalists, along with their conservative Catholic and Mormon kin, believe abortion and homosexuality are wrong because the Bible says they're wrong. Have you ever seen those bumper stickers, "God Said It, I Believe It, That Settles It"? Well, that's what's really going on here. This other stuff about abortion and homosexuality leading to depression and worse? It's all just extras, but extras that serve a very important purpose.
If you could prove that abortion did no damage at all to women (wait – that's what studies already say) or that being gay does not in and of itself make someone predisposed to suicide or depression (ditto), do you really think evangelicals and fundamentalists would change their minds? NO. Because that's not actually why they're against abortion or gay rights. They're actually against abortion and gay rights because they believe the Bible condemns both.
Why aren't evangelicals and fundamentalists honest about this? Well, quite simply, they know that condemning abortion because "the Bible says it's wrong" or damning homosexuality because "the Bible calls it an abomination" isn't going to get them very far with today's public. They know that if they want to succeed, they have to appear to be against abortion and gay rights out of love and compassion, not out of the dictates of their Holy Book. They know that winning the rhetoric war will take more than Bible thinking.
Think I'm stretching here? Let me offer some more examples.
Answers in Genesis is quick to tell anyone willing to listen that the theory of evolution has led to racism, genocide, and despair. There's a whole section of the Creation Museum depicting the results of the theory of evolution, complete with rebellious teens, promiscuity, homosexuality, and suicide. Evolution, they argue, tells people that their lives have no purpose, that they are no different from animals, that they are nothing but an accident, and that there are no moral standards. They even link Hitler and Stalin to Darwin, striving to show the harm caused by his theory. But the leaders of Answers in Genesis don't actually reject evolution and embrace creationism because of any of this. Rather, they reject evolution and embrace creationism because of what they believe the Bible says. God said it, they believe it, that settles it. In fact, even if you could somehow argue that the theory of evolution did the opposite of all that, that it saved lives and improved morality, Answers in Genesis would still be against it.
Have you noticed that abstinence only sex education programs generally focus not on remaining abstinent because God commands it but rather on remaining abstinent because the alternative is dangerous to your health and emotional well being? For instance, one exercise involves giving each child two tin foil hearts and telling them to crumple them together and then find a way to untangle them without ripping one. Another involves taping two kids' arms together, and then ripping off the tape and having one of the kids switch for another and doing it again, etc. The point is that every time you have sex with someone it creates a bond, and the more times you create that bond and then end it the weaker your next bond becomes. Yes, these exercises take place in public schools. Teens are told that having sex increases their likelihood of dropping out of school, dying of sexual diseases, or becoming unwed mothers. They're told that casual sex leads to higher risks of depression. Advocates of abstinence only education, though, don't actually believe sex before marriage is wrong for any of these reasons. They actually believe that sex before marriage is wrong because God said so. If there were no such thing as STDs and it were proven that having premarital sex didn't cause any harm at all, heck, even if it were proven that premarital sex made people healthier and happier, these evangelicals and conservatives who champion these abstinence only education programs would still be against premarital sex.
In addition to offering a new strategy for gaining a sympathetic public ear, these sorts of extras also offer evangelicals and fundamentalists a further assurance that they are right, that the Bible is true. No matter how many studies show that there is no real link between having an abortion and suffering subsequent depression, evangelicals and fundamentalists will continue to believe and argue that there is. And the same for the other issues. The reason is that believing in these extras allows them to buttress their belief in the Bible's dictates and to see God as truly kind and wise. After all, if God said homosexuality was destructive and sinful but gay people's lived experiences showed that it wasn't, that would make God look like a bit of a dick. But if God called homosexuality an abomination and, low and behold, gay people have higher suicide, depression, and disease rates, well, God's just that smart and compassionate. Believing in the negative consequences of things like abortion and evolutionary theory backs up evangelicals and fundamentalists' belief in the Bible and paints God as a knowing father rather than a dictatorial power-grabber.
Growing up, I was told that scientific knowledge has shown that pig meat was especially prone to be disease ridden during the time of Ancient Israel, and that this explains God's prohibition of pork. In other words, God commanded the Israelites not to eat pork because it would keep them from sickness and poisoning. I have not looked into this issue since, so I have no idea whether ancient pork was more dangerous than ancient beef, but I do know that this was used as an example of God's wisdom, and as a reason why we should trust God even if we don't understand his prohibitions at the time. Further, this understanding of God's prohibition of pork backed up our belief in the amazing truth of the Bible.
This leads to another point as well, though. My parents taught me that the Israelites at the time did not know why God prohibited pork. Rather, they simply had to trust and obey. Even if evangelicals and fundamentalists could be made to believe, say, that being gay is not destructive or depression-inducing, the words of the Bible would still be there. Believing that homosexuality is destructive may buttress one's belief in the Biblical prohibitions, but it is not the core. At it's core is "the Bible says it, I believe it, that settles it." At it's core is trusting God, having faith, and obeying the Word.


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1 hour in the streets of Prague
I was invited to Prague for the release of the new Olympus OMD EM5 Mk II. Olympus had built an awesome "Action Factory" -test facility to an old water purification plant with a labyrinth of underground tunnels and photogenic scenes. The camera was great and the quality of the photos surprised me. The most attracting feature is the 5-axis Image Stabilization. This thing is a beast!
We spent the first day in the Action Factory and had no time to go anywhere else. Many of us had never been to Prague before, so we wanted to go and get even a glimpse of the city. We woke up early the next day before we had to take the airport bus from our hotel. We just started walking from the hotel with no specific destination. We had been walking for a while, too long actually as we had to take a taxi to get back to the hotel, so that we wouldn't miss the airport shuttle. Even though it was only and hour, It was totally worth it. I really need to make it back there with more time.
Here are few shots I was able to capture on our walk.
Camera: Olympus OM-D E-M1, Lens: 12mm 1:2.0

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Pictured Setup: Paris V2 (180mm) 50 degree (Candy Blue) trucks, Orangatang stimulus 70 mm 86a (yellow)
Stock Setup: Bear Grizzly 181mm black trucks, Radius Sata Slide 70mm 80a Wheels, Abec 3 Bearings
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Pictured Setup: Paris V2 (180mm) 50 degree (Candy Blue) trucks, Orangatang stimulus 70 mm 86a (yellow)
Stock Setup: Bear Grizzly 181mm black trucks, Radius Sata Slide 70mm 80a Wheels, Abec 3 Bearings
932 in stock
The innovative inspiration that continues to push forward the Apex longboard line has found a new home in the Apex 37 DoubleConcave. After the release of the classic Apex 37 in 2011, we felt inspired by the ground our new construction technologies covered, but we also felt driven to dig deeper into all of the uncharted territory we discovered while riding and designing. We upgraded the Apex line by improving core laminates and adjusting the directional CNC'd fiber flex patterns. The CNC'd fiber connections allows the board to have the flex necessary to ease trick initiation, but the flex resistance to stomp big tricks and airs without bottoming out or scraping the pavement. Flex: only when you need it, never when you don't. The Apex 37 DoubleConcave is the pinnacle of versatility marrying the well loved and well ridden size of the Apex 37, plus 0.75 inches, with the radical new technologies of the Apex line. The locked in comfort, created by a 0.25 inch micro drop, seals this sweet deal. To push forward our freestyle riding, the Apex 37 DoubleConcave is almost as wide as the Apex 40 DoubleConcave, but it has substantially more concave depth. The 40 degree gas pedals add extra spice to keep you sliding for days, and if that weren't enough, the 37.75 inch size of this longboard is great for smaller riders and those with a slightly less monstrous stance. To add length, pop, and durability, freestyle riders can kick this board up by adding PK Noseguards, which protect and elongate your ride. Let comfortable performance continue to re-revolutionize your longboarding.
Versatility is name of the Apex37 DoubleConcave's game. The mixing of longboard disciplines, downhill, freestyle, ramps, and freeride, influences every aspect the Apex 37 DoubleConcave longboard. The 0.55 at 9.5 inch of concave mixed with a 0.25 microdrop takes you from slide, to treflip, to kicker, to carve easily and comfortably in one longboard. To push the freestyle longboard limits, we added 4.5 inch kicktails to the classic Apex 37; with the optional PK Noseguards, you can extend those kicks further making them a cool 4.9375 inches. The PK Noseguards add superior pop and an insanely long freestyle board life, giving you more bang for your buck. To further extend the life of your board, we polished off the Apex 37 DoubleConcave with 40 degree gas pedals, which keep even more dolla-dolla bills in your pocket. This beautiful new 3 ply maple quad axial with CNC'd Carbon baby weighs in at a light 3 lbs 11 oz, measuring a thin .334 inches; compare that to a 9ply maple board at .600 inches, and the choice is obvious. You've got yourself a brand spanking new addition to your quiver.
The Devil is in the details. Here's the Apex 37 DoubleConcave stacks up.
9.25 in
37.75 in.
25 in to 26.5 in
Length with PK Noseguards:
38.625 in
Concave Depth:
0.65 @10 inches
Effective Platform:
23 inches
Drop Depth:
0.25 Micro Drop
Rocker Depth:
0 Rocker
Kick Specs:
5.0 In Wide, 4.5 In Long, 1.1 in. Tall
Kick Specs with PKs:
5.125 Wide, 4.8125 Long, 1.25 Tall
Gas Pedals:
40 Degree x 1/8th in
Number of Plies:
3 Ply Maple
Board Thinness:
.334 in (vs .600 9ply maple)
Deck Weight:
3lbs 11oz
Popped, Locked, and Micro-dropped. We like to push the limits of our longboards by adding versatility, stability, and control while still staying true to the flatland and hard carving capability native to the Apex. For the Apex 37 DoubleConcave, a 0.55 at 9.5 inch concave was not enough. We dialed it up by adding a 0.25 inch microdrop. The DoubleConcave has the nimble light feeling of the Apex without feeling hammocky; unlike other longboards that have an invasive drop, the 0.25 inch microdrop is versatile enough, so riders at any level will feel comfortable.
Philippe Koffi-Gue –
The Apex 37 Double Concave is my most favorite board of the whole line-up when it comes to technical freestyle skating.
The guards provide a super rad pop andd the board almost lasts for ever if you do not ride it in rain.
Compared to the Apex 37 DiamondDrop I prefere the DoubleConcave for freestyle skating because I am able to use more of the surface.
All in all the Apex 37 Double Concave is a freestyle machine !!
Marc Mattern –
I have had an apex 37 since 2009, first board that got me really into long boarding. It's sure beat down now but still holding up! Great products from rad people always enjoy the ride! Highly recommend to beginners and experienced riders alike
Linit F –
I got this board to get back into long boarding. I am a beginner and into cruising, carving and a little bit of freestyle. This board is truly AMAZING! I have jumped. slid, popped and dragged this board and its still fine. Its truly a masterpiece and I recommend it to literally everyone. Worth every penny for me. When I was ordering the rider support was extremely friendly and helpful. Totally in love with this board!!
**I HIGHLY recommend to get tail/nose guards for the board, they are really useful (BLUE ones look sick with the graphic)**
Eduardo –
A few months ago I had the opportunity to ride an Apex 37 and go that is a beauty sliding is incredible! and more ugly roads.
Totally different from other longboards, is well worth spending money on them.
I am in love with Apex.
Nice day.
I hope that I can help with a discount coupon. They write from Mexico.
Tyler –
Love this board so much! Going to get the Apex 40 next
fernandopatino1076 –
i got this bored a while a back it last for 3 year it was amazing bored my next board is the apex 37 diamond drop
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Cultivate the inner virtue that will help you multiply your impact and build a loyal following.
We are not typically invited to practice the quality of love in the workplace. And yet, as this Master Class shows, great leaders throughout history have actively used the power of love to inspire and energize their people. Research is providing growing evidence that the practice of compassion, kindness, selflessness, forgiveness and servant leadership drives success in relationships, worth and health, as well as increasing happiness.
Leading from the Heart invites participants to approach love in a way that has a positive effect on every relationship and interaction in their personal and professional life. They get tools to help them put this new understanding of love into practice. Participants emerge inspired and motivated to more actively pursue the path of love in life and leadership, with a set of tools to guide their journey.
A question that has bedeviled humanity since ancient times is whether or not we should forgive those who have wronged us. Leading from the Heart helps you understand this path to forgiveness, as revealed by science and studies of great leaders from history.
What Participants Will Learn
Role of Love in Personal Leadership
- Precise definition of love as it applies to life and work
- 4 dimensions of love
- How the mainstream view of love contrasts with the Personal Leadership view
- How great leaders have practiced love in the pursuit of their causes
- How love makes us more effective in life and leadership
- The cost of love and how to avoid its downsides
How to Cultivate Love
- How to cultivate unconditional respect
- Techniques for giving 100% of yourself in all interactions
Winner's Path to Forgiveness
- Costs and benefits of forgiveness
- How great leaders have approached forgiveness
- Techniques for practicing forgiveness in life and leadership


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- Which fairytale castle will you be staying in during the holidays this December? Harper's Bazaar shares some of the most magnificent and chic castles to spent the holidays in with your loved ones. I wouldn't mind spending a few weeks at Cap Rocat in Spain (think golden castle, a glittering saltwater swimming pool and an endless supply of fresh seafood) or at the Balfour Castle in Scotland, where I would curl up by an open fire with a cup of tea. A girl can dream, right?
- Everyone knows that Paris is one of the world's most romantic cities. Therefore, Condé Nast Traveler shares a list of the most charming places to kiss in the City of Lights. I think these places are the best: Île Saint-Louis for a romantic evening stroll and the idyllic Montmartre with its cosy hideaways.
- I can highly recommend the incredibly inspiring story written by Garance Doré about the advantages of simplifying your life. From beauty and clothes to food and travelling.
- On her blog TrésorParisien, Aisling Greally shares a few lovely photographs and tips of how to prepare for a night in the city. Think choosing the right music to set the mood (I always listen to Coldplay and Calvin Harris), finding the perfect lipstick and enjoying a glass of wine (or two).
- December has finally arrived so it's time to find the perfect presents! It's time to get creative! Apartment Therapy shares some tips of how to tie a perfect ribbon bow for a gift.
I want to stay in one of those castles! they look so charming! great writing as always! Love, Elly
Love your tips in weekend readings! very well written and great tips (i really liked the one on most romantic places to kiss in Paris) xx Sarah


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Born With the Desire to Know the Unknown
Monday, June 5, 2006
America is awash in secrets and conspiracies.
Moviegoers are agog over the 2,000-year-old conspiracy theory in "The Da Vinci Code," which suggests that Jesus may not have died celibate. In a conspiracy exactly one order of magnitude smaller, Brad Meltzer's new novel, "The Book of Fate," tells about a "shocking historical coverup" of a 200-year-old conspiracy in Washington.
Happily married men have eight secrets, according to a book featured in The Washington Post's Health section in January; there are seven secrets to perfect barbecue ribs, according to Tribune Media Services last month; and six secrets of organized moms, according to Parenting magazine last year.
There is something odd about so many secrets being bandied about in the one place that would seem antithetical to secrets -- the mass media -- but let us set aside that quibble and ask what explains this avalanche of conspiracies and secrets.
The hunger for secrets is apparently rooted in our psychological and sociological DNA, which may explain the extraordinary success of Dan Brown's story about "the greatest conspiracy of the past 2,000 years."
Psychologists have found that secrets are one of the most reliable ways to draw attention and focus memory -- something that blockbuster authors and publishers of Cosmo covers clearly understand.
The effort in shielding information from others is often the first step toward recurring obsessions about the secret: Ask people not to think about white bears while they talk into a tape recorder, for instance, and they will make a reference to white bears about once a minute, said Harvard psychologist Daniel Wegner.
In another experiment exploring the allure of secret relationships, Wegner found that if four strangers sat around a table playing a card game, couples asked to play footsie with each other under the table were more likely to find each other attractive when the other couple did not know what was going on, compared with when they did. And volunteers asked to follow a person around in secret were more likely to find the person attractive compared with volunteers asked to openly keep tabs on someone.
Could this be why the millions of taxpayer dollars that Congress openly spends on pork each year elicit yawns, although secrets purportedly hidden in paintings by someone with the odd name of da Vinci grab everyone by the lapels?
"If you really wanted to popularize the kinds of wild shenanigans that Congress does, it might be good to find a coverup of them," said Wegner, apologetically. "If people do something completely blatantly, it sounds like it doesn't hurt anyone."
The United States appears to be especially fertile ground for conspiracy theories, said Chip Berlet, who studies such theories at Political Research Associates, a think tank in Somerville, Mass. Notions that common people are being kept in the dark about important secrets by a small group of elites are shared by partisans on the left and right.
"The U.S. is more prone to conspiracy theories" than other countries, Berlet argued. From the Salem witch trials to tales about the Freemasons, from theories about the Kennedy assassination to the popularity of "The X-Files," America has had a long love affair with conspiracy theories.
In part that may be because such theories have a populist, even democratic, tinge to them -- they claim to let everyday folks in on the secrets of the powerful. But Berlet and other scholars said these theories usually do a disservice to the people they purport to side with.
"Conspiracy theories explain disturbing events or social phenomena in terms of the actions of specific, powerful individuals," said sociologist Theodore Sasson at Middlebury College in Vermont. By providing simple explanations of distressing events -- the conspiracy theory in the Arab world, for example, that the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks were planned by the Israeli Mossad -- they deflect responsibility or keep people from acknowledging that tragic events sometimes happen inexplicably.
And for all their populist flavor, conspiracy theories usually end up attributing more power to elites than they actually have, said William Domhoff, a sociologist at the University of California at Santa Cruz who studies power and social change.
Because nothing ever happens by accident in the world of conspiracy theories, believers wind up assuming that the hidden hand of the puppeteer is everywhere. When every event is assumed to be caused by powerful manipulators, people end up feeling "there is nothing we can do about it," Domhoff said. "They attribute too much understanding to these people, too much cleverness."
But like the Wizard of Oz, the seemingly all-powerful often turn out to be not that powerful. A sad fact of history, Domhoff added, is that those in power are regularly "incompetent and shortsighted."


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Oakdene Wins Two Awards at the 2012 Awards for Excellence
MEDIA RELEASE November 2012
Executive chef Marty Chichester proudly showing Oakdene's two National Awards for Excellence.
Iconic Oakdene Vineyards Restaurant has been awarded 'Best in the Nation' twice, winning two awards at the 2012 Savour Australia™ Restaurant & Catering HOSTPLUS Awards for Excellence.
National Winner - Restaurant in a Winery
National Winner - Tourism Restaurant
The Awards for Excellence program has seen its 15th year and the National event is a culmination of winners from 9 events held around Australia, with the National winners being recognised for their outstanding commitment to quality and service at the industry's gala night of night's celebration held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Through the RACES Evaluation System, venues were assessed by trained judges who dine anonymously and review the experience according to a predetermined, research-based and standardised set of criteria, making it the only truly systematic restaurant industry awards program in Australia. The judging process provides a benchmark for businesses that are involved and is specifically designed to objectively recognise and promote industry best practice.
John Hart, CEO Restaurant & Catering commented, "Restaurant & Catering congratulates all the winners and finalists in the 2012 National Awards. Their achievement in providing great food and great service is in itself, a wonderful contribution to the industry.
The Awards for Excellence represent an important moment as the industry pauses to honour these outstanding venues for their great talent, innovation and commitment and to celebrate such well-deserved accolades". Executive Chef Marty Chichester & Front of House Manager Michael Davis proudly accepted both awards last night, thanking their entire team at Oakdene.
They were shocked & overwhelmed to receive such a prestigious award, in such a highly competitive market. "It is always a huge team effort at Oakdene & we are very excited about winning both awards."
Oakdene owner's Bernard and Liz Hooley were thrilled to win both awards. "It's a great achievement by all concerned, backed by outstanding wines, great food & service and a fantastic venue."


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I crocheted a basket for my bedside table, because I wanted something (pretty) to put some objects in during the night (watch, earrings, rings, lip balm...).
And to realize it ... I recycled an old t-shirt! :)
I've cutted it and obtained a ball of thread, as I've done sometimes before.
And I've crocheted it, without a pattern, simply watching where the work was going and adjusting it.
Then I added some details (handles and a decorative center button) with a tiny fabric sample with a lovely pattern of flowers in my favourite colors (mint green, brown, mustard and beige).
Ins't it pretty on my dark brown night table?
The result, though a bit imprecise, makes me very happy!
I've realized it in three evenings, while watching tv with S. working with this thread is simple, but it gave me some pain to my hand, because it's stiff and strong.
Other things made of t-shirt yarn:
- beige and blue coin purse
- striped tote bag
- handbag for AuntFran


text: Hi All, I tried to implement log shipping between two servers and I was successful in implementing but at the secondary server I'm not able to copy jobs on the secondary server from primary server. Everything is in the network and I'm not using any switches for transferring log between two servers. Bye, Ravi


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This paper is to be published (hopefully soon), but for those who are interested, here's my Claremont paper– timeofobject-10.tex –on Derrida and object-oriented ontology. Here I draw on Derrida to make a case for withdrawal and objects as dynamic systems or processes. I'm not sure why I have formatting problems whenever I try to upload a document, but so it goes.
February 2, 2011
Derrida: The Time of the ObjectPosted by larvalsubjects under Uncategorized
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February 2, 2011 at 10:45 pm
Is there any chance you would be willing to post the original .tex file? I would like to get started using Latex but it is very difficult to find examples for humanities style essays.
February 3, 2011 at 2:08 am
"…the withdrawn dimension of objects, the pure past, or virtualp roper being must be thought as potency or the potentiality to be actualized otherwise or differently under different conditions. Entities or substances can thus never be identified with their actualized properties as these are but the crust or rind behind which the substantiality of substance withdraws, holding its molten potentials within reserve."
Tim! Those sentences were dedicated to you! What an honor, what an incredible honor. You must be over the moon.
If I were Cultural Tzarina For a Day, I'd commission Robert Battles to choreograph this paper for a Samuel Lee Roberts solo, replete with theatrical props–blooming flowers, extension cords, and interlocking chains, to be performed in front of a huge flat hung with animated signs.
Then the world would see "thought as potency."
February 6, 2011 at 6:25 pm
Hey Levi I just wanted to thank you for posting this. It ties together a lot of stuff in a really compelling way.
February 11, 2011 at 1:51 pm
pardon my ignorance here but it seems that there may be two issues here one being the physics of objects (or maybe the objects of physics) and their various transformations the other being our limited grasp of such matters, why think of objects as withdrawing as opposed to thinking in terms of our experience of them and the ways in which they exceed us (and our expectations)?
February 11, 2011 at 2:59 pm
February 12, 2011 at 6:06 am
I link to this at the end of here:
March 15, 2011 at 10:42 pm
[…] as fodder for their own operations. For me, the second split within entities revolves around their constitutive openness. It is not simply that no entity is ever exhausted when treated as fodder for the operations of […]


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Nearly six months after a Newton County woman was found under a bridge, authorities charged her boyfriend in connection with her murder.
James Gary Hill III is believed to be the last person with Kelly Marshall the night before her Aug. 12 death, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution previously reported.
Hill, who is in Smith State Prison on aggravated assault charges, faces murder and concealing a death charges, Newton County sheriff's Sgt. Courtney Morrison said in a statement Monday.
Authorities have not said what Hill's exact role was in Marshall's death, but Morrison said evidence from the crime scene and Hill's car gave investigators probable cause to issue charges.
"He has been in Smith State Prison pretty much since her murder on unrelated charges," Morrison told The AJC. "He came back to Newton (County) for court (and) investigators attempted to interview him. He invoked (his Miranda rights) and he was charged."
Morrison said Hill was denied bond at his first court appearance.
'Suspicious call' leads police to woman's body under bridge
Woman's death ruled homicide months after she was found under bridge
Marshall's body was found under a bridge on Mt. Tabor Road in Covington after authorities got a "suspicious call" about the discovery. The coroner's office ruled Marshall's death homicide by asphyxia in December, but "the circumstances of her death were still under investigation," coroner Tommy Davis told The AJC.
At the time of Marshall's death, Hill was not identified as a suspect or a person of interest.
He was arrested that same weekend, following a car chase, on charges of eluding police and violating motor vehicle law in Walton County, according to the Department of Corrections.
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ere are some beauty must haves that are essential for every girls collection! Part of this week of friendship is to include a gift guide for your girlfriends. Gift giving is a favorite of mine, because it's a very personal and thoughtful act. I know that with my girlfriends we have been best friends for over ten years, and once their birthday rolls around, the ideas of the perfect guide have already been taken, from down the road. However, beauty products never go out of style. So, I have categorized some beauty products that fit perfectly under the special occasions of gift giving for your bestie. Any beauty products you enjoy gift giving?
This occasion calls for something a little fancy, and something very personalized. A great beauty product to purchase is an elegant bottle of perfume or body spray. Whether it's from Anthropologie or Bath & Body Works, this gift shows that you took time to think about that person and who they are. What scent represents them, and their favorite flavors.
I know what your thinking, and no valentines day isn't always for lovers. It's one day out of the year that presents love towards someone who means a lot in our lives. For us single gals, our nights aren't spent over a candle light dinner, or romantic picnic. Instead it's all about the pizza, chocolate and chick flicks with our besties. Well, at least for me! So I love to present my family and girlfriends a small gift attached with a pun tag. Such as a bottle of nail polish that say's "Thanks for being a toe-tally awesome best friend." How cute is that! Amirite?
Every year my girlfriends and I always gift exchange for the Christmas season. A wonderful beauty product to give is some makeup brushes. Gold brushes are just to die for! Not everyone spends their own money on beautiful sets of brushes, so the odd of them owning this is slim!
If your friend is going through a breakup...
Breakups aren't easy, and they take time to get over and fully heal. During this time, don't tell your friend that she messed up, or that there's many fish in the sea. Instead, show up with ice cream, and a classic chick flick that can lighten the mood, make her forget about her problems, and spend the night laughing. Boost her confidence with ensuring her strong character, beautiful appearance, and wonderful personality that anyone would die to have in a relationship!
If your friend loses a loved one...
This is the hardest thing any person could go through in life, and as a friend how do you even be there for your friend? What kind of friend do you become? The conversations, mood, and events all change. My advice during this time wouldn't be to constantly say "I'm sorry. I know it must be so hard. I cannot even imagine." Instead, know that in certain moments words aren't even needed, yet the company can be enough. In this time, comfort, support, and love are the most important aspects to offer to your friend. Don't be afraid to open up and share wonderful memories, and stories about the person your mourning over. Nothing is more needed than to cherish over past events with that loved one.
If your friend is ill...
Either critically ill, or just dealing with a cold send them an uplifting card encouraging them to feel better. Share some comforting scripture with them, letting them know that God is in control. A few years ago I had emergency surgery for my mouth, and the greatest gift I received from my friends was a phone call wanting to pray for me. Knowing that they were concerned for my health brought much joy!
If your friend was laid off...
This subject is a bit touchy, because your friend may be very vulnerable, upset, and low self esteem. Instead of trying to shop, or go to a fancy dinner to take things off their mind, try a baking session, or coffee outing as money may be difficult unlike before. During this time, my advice would be just to listen, and be positive for your friend. Don't go crazy with the benefits of leaving a certain company, or come with a list of businesses hiring, yet just remind your friend that perhaps when a door closes, another one opens.
7.12.2016 Sequoia National Forest, CA, USA
ume Lake last week was such a retreat, and great family vacation getaway! One morning I challenged myself to wake up early to watch the sunrise with my dad which ended up being worth the 4:30 a.m. alarm clock, and afterwards explored the creek that flows through the whole lake. These photos honestly don't do it justice!
This has been my seventh trip up to Hume for a vacation with my family, and every year I'm able to explore and re-visit my favorite spots. Hume Lake Christian Camps offers amazing mountain views, lush nature, and no cell phone service. This trip I ditched the pressure of capturing photos, and lived every adventure through my own eyes, and not the camera lens. The photos you see in this post are the only photos captured on my canon, plus a few separate taken from my iPhone for Instagram. Throughout the years I've taken so so many photographs of this place, so perhaps another photo of these pine trees weren't needed! Hence the simplicity, and I truly have loved that.
Hiking isn't something I enjoy, nor will ever desire to conquer in my spare time. Yet, here I am sharing about my little adventure following along this beautiful running creek. The path along the creek truly represented nature at it's finest: birds chirping, rushing waterfalls, wind through the pine trees, and the pure silence of being lost in the forest. Sounds heavenly right? Yes, it was refreshing to step into nature to escape the loud cheers, and screams coming from the high school campers...until the sun's heat beamed down on my back the whole way.
Did I mention that I wore flip flops through all the challenges of nature such as dirt, slippery rocks, moss, bark, and fallen trees? Or that my bare legs and arms were covered with bug bites? How about climbing up dirt trails, rocks, and tree stumps? Feeling my clothes stick to my body because of the heat, and dirt? Oh, well now you understand why I have such a strong dislike for hiking! Drama queen? Girly girl? Fashionista? Yes. And I'm okay with that!
Despite the crazy difficulties that challenged me, the experience and view of the many waterfalls were worth the effort. The one amazing thing I learned while being at Hume was exploring more of who I am, and what my likes and dislikes truly are. My priorities began to line up, and my standards became clear. For that, I couldn't change a thing about this hike, and my rambling complaints because through it I learned more in that hour than I have in a long time about my whole personality and being.
Hume Lake will always hold a special place in my heart, and I'm so grateful for the memories that were made along the week. Despite my ramble about the trail of the hike that lead until the spectacular views, the rest of the week was pure bliss. The lake water was so refreshing, and clean this year. I was able to go kayaking which is my favorite activity in the mountains. I had my three favorite milkshakes at the Snack Shop which included birthday cake, chocolate, and mint n chip. Fourth of July lacked the fireworks, yet was celebrated with a darling patriotic parade, full of flags, confetti, music, and cheering.
At night in the cabin my family played our famous round of hide in the seek in the dark, which ended up being completely hilarious as we were scaring each other left and right. One night we watched the stars as thousands were visible because of the lack of air solution, and city light, while sitting around a camp fire for warmth, and the perfect classic camping experience we don't have when renting a cabin. My sunrise view from the end of the dock overlooking the lake, was truly unforgettable, and so memorable with my dad by my side. Nature followed us everyday, as we listened to woodpeckers, watched blue jays fly, and baby ducks swim in the water around us. All of these things, I will treasure, and miss deeply as I enjoy the rest of my summer. Until next time Hume!
I'm loving the cooler weather and I'm happy to say it's officially fall here in So-Cal! Of course when I did this shoot is was way too warm for this sweater and boots, so by the end I was heating up but I thought it was so worth it! I figured it was about time for a style post, so here it is! With school, lighting difficulties because it's getting darker earlier now, and working on the weekends (finally found a job, woohoo:), fitting in time for a shoot seems impossible. Thankfully my friend offered to take these photos for me, and I'm so thankful she did, because I've been too silent here on the blog. For that, I'm so sorry and I promise you my little break is over and I have some awesome new things to share with you soon!
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My truce with fear and anger was tenuous at best.
Though I spend hours with clients, helping them ease into feeling their feelings and feel them in their bodies, it has always been with the understanding that we want to get our emotions to "go away" so we can get un-stuck and make better decisions. That feelings must be felt (as annoying and inconvenient as that may be), but then we can move on to something better than the pesky feeling-state.
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Calling all of ourselves home, embracing all of who we are, is one of the most important guiding principles in my own life and business and in what I work with my clients to do. I was astonished to realize my inadvertent focus on eliminating this essential part of our incredible wisdom. I am grateful beyond belief to the energetic intentions, coaches, and books that conspire to continue leading me toward deeper healing, greater clarity, and a more complete acceptance and expression of ALL of who I am.
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What stories are being spun by your mind about your ability to create a sustainable business? What is your body helping you accomplish today? What vision is your spirit really nudging you toward? What are your emotions telling you about the choices you are making and want to make for you, and your business?
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Maybe this is a futile gesture, but does anyone have the means of writing an actual letter to the Santa Rosa Press Democrat explaining the process of constructing a railroad. The amount of bile and whining over the "train to nowhere" idiocy in the comment section of the SMART article just gets my goat. I know all the screaming and yelling isn't going to affect the ongoing construction efforts, but it makes me want to stand on a street corner screaming "Look you m*th*rf*ck*ng idiots!! Building nice stuff like bike paths depends on revenue generated by running trains and passengers, which, if you're patient you moron, will eventually get here since they're payed for and will be built and delivered." Or something along those lines. My letter would tend to be mostly a rant about the stupidity of voters and why you can't just run down to the corner store and just pick up rails and trains. Its got to be made elsewhere and delivered long distances. Something that takes some time.
To add to my list of small minded cretins. I just perused an old videotape with raw footage of the Earth First! protests against the paper mill up in Humboldt. Not sure of the date, but it might be in the 1990's or so.
Yep....I always liked the GE products, except for the old smokies U-boats. In Denver we serviced and took care of the ROCK U30C's and the old nuts and bolts U25B's. For the most part they were headed for the junkyard. Their best units were the SD-402's, and GP-40's which were pretty darn efficient. Our best were the SD-40T-2's, and they were one of the best sets of power I've ever operated. Great tractive effort, very little wheel slip, and they stayed relatively cool through the Moffat.
The C4's are very slippery and don't have anywhere near the tractive effort of the six motor GEVO's. But they keep ordering them, so I suppose the brass like them, well the bean counters at least. They still load as fast as the six motors, and far faster than the current EMD product IMO, it's just that they slip way too easily. I'd take one over a Dash 9 for the lack of desktop controls alone, but I much prefer the standard GEVO.
Hey jordanism22,....you must work out of Richmond.....how do you like the tractive effort of those things. I understand it's pretty damn good with the heaviest tonnage or on slippery track. I always blew in quiet zones for safety reasons. Quiet Zones I equated with Danger Zones for us hogs.
I like how fast the work is going and I love the fact that they were able to get the bridge for relatively cheap, I may not like everything about smart but I'll give credit where it's due.
...And I wasn't in my car last night. I was in an ES44C4.
Great idea! Everybody that supports rail ought to honk their car horn every time they go over a grade crossing to show their support! It could become a movement!
BTW, I guess, like the guys on the news channels, I should disclose that I know Mansourian and am a big supporter of his. He's the first thing SMART ever did right, as far as I'm concerned. He doesn't have any railroad experience, but what he does have is an incredible background and history of accmoplishment getting big public works projects done, on time and under budget. His purchase of the Galvanston bascule bridge to replace the Haystack Landing swing bridge saved SMART many millions. From what I've heard, the new track laying is way ahead of schedule, too. The guy knows how to think outside the box and get the job done.
As for patience... heh, heh... in the interests of "full disclosure," I type really, really fast, but thanks for the complement anyway.
Thanks Bob. I don't have the patience to write that much, but your post pretty much sums up my feelings. Like I said, I support passenger rail in the north bay, but the questionable tactics by smart management and consultants were the turn-off for me. Like publicly admitting that they would pave the ROW and make it a rapid bus route if it wasn't for the NCRA's freight easement, but I digress...
BTW, I blew the horn in a quiet zone last night. It felt good.
That's nailing it to the wall Bob. Great material, and great thoughts. I think the Novato twinks are beginning to sit down now, and the Eel River Eco's are realizing what they are up against with their irrational modus-operandi. Rail is here to stay, expand, and flourish in time. Thanks for the material and explanation about the SMART Administration as well. You did a fine job........
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Location: Vienna, VA - 1850 Leesburg Pike, Suite 1400 Vienna, Virginia 22182 United States
- Conducting market assessments and manage business development activities to support growth in the IC.
- Identifying and qualifying new business development opportunities and assisting in the capture management and proposal development processes. These efforts will include assisting the Business Development team with the identification, qualification, and determination for bid on upcoming business development opportunities both inside and outside of the managers assigned business areas.
- Maintaining the "pipeline" for new business and recapture efforts of existing contracts, ensuring accuracy of the data for all opportunities assigned under this position.
- Maintaining the "pipeline" for accuracy of the data for opportunities under multiple business lines, as needed.
- Focusing on new business pursuits that are stated objectives of the strategic plan for the business being supported.
- Participating in the development of annual and long range strategic business plans.
- Supporting the Senior Business Development and corporate leadership in staying aware of and preparing new business development opportunities, including: Upcoming business development targets; Market outreach events; Contract Industry Day events; Other important outreach events.
- Driving requirements for marketing and tradeshow strategies and attending tradeshows and networking events. Managing trade show efforts and keeping trade show booth and materials current.
- Meeting and maintaining close relationship with new and current customers.
- Contacting prospective customers using networking, referrals from current customers, POC listings from advance RFP postings, and professional organization meeting, conferences, and workshops.
- Managing the opportunity pipeline process with probability of win calculations, revenue projections, and direct input to the company budget and forecasting process.
- Performing initial analysis of proposed or actual request of capabilities, and RFP's to determine technical, schedule, and content reasonableness, and profitability.
- Determining teaming requirements for Prime efforts; identifying and qualifying industry partners and identifying teaming opportunities for subcontracting opportunities.
- Provide proposal development support, as needed, to meet growth objectives.
- Serving as a Subject Matter Expert for the company business development proposal efforts.
- Working collaboratively with other assembled members of the company to design, develop, and publish proposal documents. .
- Proven track record of success in Business Development in the IC contracting environment
- Minimum of 10 years of related BD experience
- Current Top Secret/ SCI clearance
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications;
- Experience in technical writing.
- Prior/Current Experience in multiples domains Data Center Migration, Enterprise Infrastructure, Cloud Migration, Systems Engineering, and/or Agile Software Development Framework
- Experience with IC customers, including all Operations Support ComponentsEducation
- Four (4) year degree from an accredited university. Masters Degree (MBA or Masters in Information Systems Management) preferred
- Highly desired: 10-15 years of progressive experience in Business Development in IC contracting environment.
- Current experience with IC programs in the areas of managing scope, quality, schedule, and cost for projects at a senior level.
- Proven ability to develop business at executive and mid-levels.
- Proven management track record – project level or higher – that illustrates success in BD, Government Program/Project management, and general management responsibilities.
- Knowledge of decision makers, strategic direction, and major programs in the subject market space.
- Ability to up sell and expand services from existing contracts.
- Successful track record developing business in new markets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Capable of developing and delivering effective sales presentations.
- Excellent proposal development skills.
- Demonstrated success targeting and winning services contracts.
- Proven ability to develop and execute sales strategies leveraging partnerships with vendors and other industry partners.
- Strong interpersonal and relational skills.
- Detail-oriented with ability to multi-task.
- Collaborative leader with ability to pull together cross functional support for BD initiatives
At NTC I work as a software developer supporting AI and machine learning projects that encompass computer vision, natural language processing, and other domains. I enjoy coming to work because each and every day there are new and interesting problems to solve.
NTC's close-knit team of developers and data scientists each brings their own unique set of skills to the table which works well when solving problems and challenging one and others thoughts and ideas. Oh, and we also are a lot of fun!
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Session 55 - Space Instrumentation.
Display session, Wednesday, June 12
Tripp Commons,
We describe some results of a study for a possible HST instrument, namely an area spectrograph combined with a simplified version of the High Speed Photometer. The spectrograph samples a two-arcsecond diameter area with up to 37 spectra, each with an angular resolution of 0.14 arcseconds. The spectra, in the visible-red region, are 2000 Ålong and have a resolution of about 50 km/s. The photometer consists of two detectors, one solar blind, one near-UV/visible, with perhaps 7 different broad band filters and a variety of entrance apertures. Both instruments fit in the old HSP enclosure with only minor modifications and make maximal use of existing mechanical and electronic hardware.
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Playing Dirty
June 25, 2008
Analysis of hazardous chemicals and materials in games console components.
Executive summary: The use of hazardous chemicals and materials in electronic
products is widespread. Despite some recent improvements – a
result of a combination of legal restrictions in some parts of the world, and voluntary action by companies – many devices still contain a variety of hazardous substances.
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Authors: Bob Stuntz, MD, RDMS and Tom Kehrl, MD, RDMS
Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma (FAST) is a bedside tool that utilizes ultrasound (US) to help with the evaluation of the acutely traumatized patient. It has its roots in Europe, first utilized by German surgeons to help with care of unstable trauma patients (1). Trauma surgeons started using the FAST exam in United States trauma bays in the 1990's and its use has continued to spread. The FAST exam is used as a rapid screening tool in the primary evaluation of trauma patients for the presence of hemoperitoneum and hemopericardium and its use has largely replaced diagnostic peritoneal lavage (DPL). However, the utility of the FAST exam in the hemodynamically stable patient is still being debated. So where do we stand and where do we go from here?
In order to answer this question and apply the exam in the correct clinical setting, it is important to know the limitations of the FAST exam. First, the FAST exam performs poorly in evaluating for visceral organ injury, retroperitoneal hemorrhage and rarely is able to determine the location of solid organ injury. Therefore, a negative FAST exam does not eliminate the need for further evaluation in patients in whom such injuries are suspected. Ultrasound is operator-dependent and both sensitivity and specificity suffer in the hands of the novice sonographer. Body habitus also has implications, as larger patients are more difficult to evaluate. Depth of tissue penetration by US waves is limited; with increasing depth and decreasing frequencies required for deeper penetration, resolution is poor. Another concern in the trauma setting is the presence of free intraperitoneal or subcutaneous air. US waves travel poorly through air and the presence of air between the probe and the target organ can render images uninterpretable (2).
The major indication for performing the FAST exam is in the unstable trauma patient to evaluate for the presence of intraperitoneal and/ or pericardial free fluid, thus guiding further work up and therapy. The utility of this is intuitive - having the ability to rapidly evaluate the peritoneum and pericardium for the source of instability without the patient leaving the clinician's care can garner a significant advantage. However, the overwhelming theme in the literature involving the FAST exam is that the specificity is high but sensitivity is quite low. A recently published retrospective review article in Surgery showed an overall sensitivity of 43%, specificity of 99%, and an accuracy of 94.1% (3). A 2003 study by Miller et al. published in the Journal of Trauma compared the results of FAST exam and CT in 359 patients with suspected blunt abdominal injury. The FAST exam was found to have a of sensitivity 42%, and as suspected, missed blunt abdominal injury that was found on CT (4).
The recent literature on the role of the FAST exam in the evaluation of the stable blunt trauma patient is mixed. A prospective study comparing blunt trauma patients who were randomized to a FAST inclusive versus exclusive evaluation protocol focused on patient outcomes (5). Patients with torso trauma who presented to one of two urban Level 1 trauma centers and did not require immediate operative interventions were included. Characteristics of the two groups were similar. Patients who underwent FAST exam were shown to have faster disposition to the operating room, underwent fewer CT scans, and had shorter hospitalizations with fewer overall charges than those whose initial evaluation did not include evaluation with a FAST examination. Moylan et al. performed a retrospective cohort analysis of 1,636 normotensive blunt trauma patients that showed a strong association between a positive FAST exam and the need for therapeutic laparotomy. 37% of patients with a positive FAST exam needed therapeutic laparotomy, compared to 0.5% of patients with a negative FAST exam (6).
An advancement in the standard FAST examination, the eFAST (extended Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma), may help with the evaluation of the stable trauma patient. The FAST exam consists of four standard windows: the perihepatic (Morison's pouch), pelvic, and perisplenic views are all used to evaluate for intraperitoneal blood and the subxyphoid window is used to evaluate for pericardial blood. The eFAST includes the evaluation of the thorax. Moving the probe in a cephalad direction in the perihepatic and perisplenic views allows for evaluation of hemothorax. Views of the anterior thorax allow the sonologist to evaluate for pneumothorax.
Evaluation for pneumothorax / hemothorax is one area in which US has been shown to be superior to the standard evaluation of the trauma patient. Upright chest radiography has a sensitivity of 92% for the evaluation of pneumothorax (7). Most trauma patients arrive in the trauma bay or emergency department supine on a backboard with cervical spine precautions in place, thus precluding the upright chest X-ray and necessitating a supine chest XR. This is problematic, as supine chest X-ray has a sensitivity of 50% for the detection of pneumothorax (7). Lung sliding is the sonographic visualization of the parietal and visceral pleural moving against each other during normal respiration. A lack of lung sliding on thoracic US (sonographic evidence of loss of apposition of the parietal and visceral pleura) has a sensitivity of 92-98.1% and a specificity of 99.7-100% for detection of pneumothorax. Visualization of a lung point (a point where normal lung sliding is juxtaposed with an absence of lung sliding) has a specificity of 100% (8, 9, 10). It is important to keep in mind that false positives can occur in apneic patients, mainstem intubation, pulmonary contusion, and those with significant pleural adhesions or scarring.
The FAST exam has limitations and there is contradictory evidence on the role of the FAST exam in the hemodynamically stable trauma patient. However, it is inexpensive, safe when performed at the proper time during a trauma resuscitation, repeatable, does not subject the patient to additional ionizing radiation, and can provide valuable information about a variety of clinically important traumatic injuries in a very short period of time. Its use should predominantly be as a screening tool and a negative test result should prompt further investigation, as evidenced by its low sensitivity. As well, hemodynamic stability can change quickly and knowledge of the presence of pneumothorax, hemothorax, hemopericardium, or hemoperitoneum early in the management of trauma patients can be very beneficial. Having the ability to properly perform and interpret this exam on the appropriate patient at the proper time and understanding its indications and limitations is crucial for any practitioner involved in the care of trauma patients.
- Hoffmann R, Pohlemann T, Wippermann B, et al. Management of sonography in blunt abdominal trauma. Unfallchirurg. 1989; 92:471-476.
- Jehle D, Heller MB. Ultrasonography in Trauma: The FAST Exam. The American College of Emergency Physicians. August 2003.
- Natarajan B, Gupta PK, Cemaj S et al. FAST scan: Is it worth doing in hemodynamically stable blunt trauma patients? Surgery. 2010 Oct; 148(4):695-700.
- Miller MT, Pasquale MD, Bromberg WJ et. al. Not so FAST. Journal of Trauma. 2003 Jan; 54(1):52-9
- Melniker LA, Leibner E, McKenney MG, et al. Randomized controlled clinical trial of point-of-care, limited ultrasonography for trauma in the emergency department: The first sonography outcomes assessment program trial. Ann Emerg Med. 2006; 48:227-235.
- Moylan M, Newgart C, Ma J et al. Association between a positive ED FAST examination and therapeutic laparotomy in normotensive blunt trauma patients. J Emergency Med. 2007; 33(3): 265-271.
- Omar HR, Abdelmalak H, Mangar D et al. Occult pneumothorax, revisited. Journal of Trauma Management & Outcomes 2010, 4:12.
- Blaivas M, Lyon M, Duggal S. A Prospective Comparison of Supine Chest Radiography and Bedside Ultrasound for the Diagnosis of Traumatic Pneumothorax. Academic Emergency Medicine 2005; 12(9): 844-850.
- Knudtson JL, Dort JM, Helmer SD, & Smith RS. Surgeon-performed ultrasound for pneumothorax in the trauma suite. J Trauma 2004 2004;56:527-530.
- Dulchavsky SA, Schwarz KL, Kirkpatrick AW et al. Prospective evaluation of thoracic ultrasound in the detection of pneumothorax. J Trauma 2001. 50; 201-205.


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SD3 - Recurrent Flooding Study for Tidewater Virginia
Executive Summary:
Recurrent flooding is flooding that happens repeatedly in the same areas, typically leading to economic losses. Recurrent flooding is a problem throughout Tidewater Virginia, both in coastal areas (typically due to storm surge) and in inland areas (typically due to heavy rainfall).
The Virginia General Assembly requested that in conducting its study, the Virginia Institute of Marine Science
• review and develop a comprehensive list of ideas and examples of strategies used in similar settings around the United States and the world;
• convene a stakeholder advisory panel for the purpose of discussing and assessing the feasibility of employing these strategies in Tidewater and Eastern Shore Virginia; and offer specific recommendations for the detailed investigation of preferred options for adapting to relative sea-level rise.
The study was undertaken with the collaboration and assistance of Old Dominion University, the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission, Wetlands Watch, the University of Virginia Institute for Environmental Negotiation, the William and Mary Coastal Policy Clinic, and relevant state agencies. Data and analyses were collected from multiple local, state, and federal agencies, as well as NGOs and regional authorities.
This Recurrent Flooding Study addresses all localities in Virginia's coastal zone. It documents flooding risks based on available records of past road and infrastructure inundation as well as potential flooding risks based on the best available topographic information. It assesses future risk based on projections for sea level rise from the National Climate Assessment program modified to incorporate factors specific to Virginia's coastal zone. The study also inventories adaptation options from regional, national, and international sources. Options include planning, management, and engineering strategies that merit particular consideration for application in Virginia.
In preparing this report we found:
1. Recurrent flooding is a significant issue in Virginia coastal localities and one that is predicted to become worse over reasonable planning horizons (20-50 years).
2. The risks associated with recurrent flooding are not the same throughout all areas of Tidewater Virginia.
3. Data are often lacking for comprehensive and/or fine resolution analysis of flood risks in the region.
4. Review of global flood and sea level rise management strategies suggests that it is possible for Virginia to have an effective response to increasing flood issues BUT it takes time (20-30 years) to effectively plan and implement many of the adaptation strategies. There are a wide variety of adaptation strategies used throughout the world, many of which are suitable for use in some part of Tidewater Virginia. The optimal strategy is going to be development of flexible plans that match adaptation options to the unique circumstances of each coastal locality and link option implementation to the evolving risks. This is the strategy now employed by an increasing number of states and localities in the United States. It requires serious planning, commitment of resources, and careful analysis of evolving conditions. It reduces unnecessary expenses, ensures development decisions are informed, and recognizes the long lead times required for effective implementation of many adaptation options.
The stakeholder advisory panel assembled for this report consisted of 25 individuals selected to provide a broad representation of the Virginia coastal localities and agencies working within the region. The panel focused on the roles of the state and localities in addressing flooding and sea level rise issues. The advisory panel felt strongly that Virginia localities are not adequately empowered to address the issues through policy and management actions, and localities do not have the necessary financial resources for many accommodation or protection strategies. Therefore, the advisory panel felt the state should take a strong leadership role, incorporating flood and sea level rise management into state purviews. They specifically believed localities should be enabled to implement adaptation strategies, but did not want the state to mandate specific adaptation strategies. The advisory panel recommended state authorization and support that would allow each locality the opportunity to address flooding and sea level rise in their own way.
To begin the process of addressing recurrent flooding at the state and local levels, we offer the following recommendations:
1. Given the long time frame necessary to effectively address recurrent flooding and sea level rise issues and given the speed at which risks are projected to increase, Virginia and its coastal localities should immediately begin comprehensive and coordinated planning efforts.
2. The State should initiate identification, collection and analysis of data needed to support effective planning for response to recurrent flooding issues in Virginia.
3. The State should take a lead role in addressing recurrent flooding in Virginia for the following reasons:
a. Accessing relevant federal resources for planning and mitigation may be enhanced through state mediation.
b. Flooding problems are linked to water bodies and therefore often transcend locality boundaries.
c. Resource prioritization efforts will require consistent or standardized assessment protocols across all localities and regions.
d. Localities do not feel enabled to address all flooding and sea level rise issues.
4. The State should request an expert review of local government legal authority to address current and projected flooding risks and what levels of evidence are likely to be required to justify locality action. The State should then enact any enabling authority needed to allow localities to address current and projected flooding issues.
5. The State should develop a comprehensive strategy for addressing recurrent flooding issues throughout Tidewater Virginia.
a. Part of that strategy should include prioritization of areas for flood management actions based (in part) on risk.
b. Detailed studies should be done of prioritized areas to determine:
i. Potential adaptation strategies appropriate to the area
ii. Implementation feasibility of identified strategies
iii. Cost/benefit of identified strategies


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If you're keen on attending the upcoming Taylor Swift concert together with some of the NOC peeps, be sure to download our App and stand a chance to win tickets to the Taylor Swift concert! Contest ends this month. Here's the link for iOS and Android.
Have you ever wondered how a weekend with NOC is like? Well, if you haven't heard, curiosity kills the cat, but this time I'm going to let the poor feline out of the bag (before it dies). Last week, cameras were following them around during the weekend documenting their every movement. We even have a special friend from L.A. who came to visit over the weekend! If you have been following us on Instagram, you'll know who. So, do check out our YouTube channel because the video is out!
But wait! Before you go, here're some behind the scenes for the upcoming video this Sunday (yes, we're uploading 2 videos this week). This Sunday's video is about frenemies! What is a frenemy? A frenemy is someone who is both a friend and an enemy, hence the portmanteau "frenemy". This sort of relationship is toxic, but you can't seem to cut them off. Do you have any frenemies
If you have anyone in mind that you are unsure if he or she is a frenemy, this upcoming video will definitely clear your doubts! You might notice some of the character traits of a frenemy!
Do you have a wingman who does everything but wing? You might just recognize that enemy in this video!
A friend in need a friend indeed! Stay tuned for this upcoming video to watch how Sikeen renders his assistance to the wheelchair-bound Franster!
Keep a lookout on our social media platforms for more updates, and be sure to catch this video's release on Sunday at 3pm!


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