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Understanding unscheduled rest days, and demotivation. Really need some help.
This'll be kind of long, but if someone could stick with it and helpo me out, that'd be great.
One of the many things Iv'e learned here at MAB from you guys, is the importance of listening to you're own body.
I try to do this, and I'm trying to understand it a bit more, and, what actions you should take, when you've identified weather you're body needs more rest, recovery from sickness, etc;
The typical thing to do in situations where you're ill, too tired, and feel you really ought to go inside and sleep rather than work out, is take an extra rest day.
Seems simple enoguh, but then I always question myself as to weather this is doing more harm than good.
Allot opf my recent thrads have sort of bled into this subject, and Iv'e accumulated quite allot of information on it.
For example, I know from asking btb that you should try and push through tiredness,
and I remember Mike and others saying an unshedualed, extra day off can actually be a good thing, and will help with you're physique and building the muscle you desire more than you think.
There seems to be a fine line thoguh, that I havn't figured out yet.
When is it good to take that rest day?
When is it more benifitial to the muscle building process, to take an extra rest day than to workout that day instead?
How often should you be taking the 2 days off as opposed to the one?
etc . . .
Today in my gym I felt tired. I'd just finsished my military press, and was onto the second set of bench press.
It wasn't going very well, and I was knocking the weight off after each set, which I hadn't previously had to do.
Not the usual tiredness I'm feeling, where I try my best to push through it, it was as if my body was really telling me "Just go in and rest, you'll be better off"
I did. And now I feel bad about it.
Like I said I've been told I should be listening to my body, and thats what I did.
However I couldn't help but have the feeling as soon as I got in that I should go back out there and just do it, but then I knew I was too tired.
Its a difficult dissision, and I'm still not sure I made the right choice.
I've remained faithful to my program for the last 4 months, Iv'e missed 2 workouts that I've made up the next day.
When I came in I tried to reflect on what it was that went wrong.
Obviously the tiredness was there, which was a big factor, but when I thought about it, my motivation is at rock bottom latly, and I think that also played a big part.
Mentally I just wasn't there. I wasn't focused.
It seems theres been a collection of things that have etched away at my motivation, and now today in the gym it hit me.
Those who have seen my recent threads will know Iv'e been worrying about some of the little things that have gone wrong, affecting my overall progress.
One thing I hate is having a goal, and then not pulling through at the end of it, and I feared the little things that went wrong recently like the odd meal I missed, or the deadlifts that failed miserably a few weeks ago, or the factr I haven't been getting much sleep latly
Have ended up all adding up, and made my progress not as impressive as it should be these last couple of months.
When I've told this to some of the members, they ask, "why are you in such a rush?" or "Its a slow process, why does it matter if it takes a bit longer"
Well, you see to me, a huge part of my motivation is created my deadlines.
With many things in life, and now lifting, I'll say,"I want to get here by this month/year(s)"
When I get there, I repeat.
It drives me on, and really helps me.
To know that I'm on target is the best thing in the world for me to hear, even thought I have all the time in the world to reach my goal.
So that was one of the things that demotivated me.
Thinking that I've made sloppy progress because of annyoying little assurances.
Now I don't know for sure that these occurances will have made a difference to my progress, and how my physique looks after a certain period of time, and I really hope not.
But I hod you can understand why I think like that.
Its just such allot of hard work, day in and day out, to eat the same food 24/7, to spend allot of my day doing cardio, or grinding it out in the gym,
That when I think I'm not on target, or that Iv'e made mediocer gains compared with what I should be gaining, Its incredibly disheartening, and makes me wonder why I bother.
I want good results for the work I've put in, and its majorly dissapointing, if there's barely any difference in my physique compared to the muscle that should be there if things went right.
Of course, things like that can't always be helped, but I cant help feeling crap about it.
None of this may even be true, those things that happened might not have made a scrap of diffence
, but I really don't know and I'm confused about it.
I know from you guys telling me that these little things on occation don't make a difference, but I don't know HOW MANY of them can happen before it will.
Iv'e missed sleep this week, missed one of my sandwhiches, failed on my deadlifts and was inable to even complete the second set due to tirdness.
Unrelated to lifting, my motivation has dropped i general life at the moment.
I'm just sort of getting sick of things, want some change to occure, everything seems gloomy.
Some of my friends are having a hard time so Iv'e been listening to all their problems, and it just gets you down after a while you know?
Pair my bad mood, with demotivation, and the fact that I was really tired, I went inside,
I started to write this up, and an attempt to get back on track.
In conclusion
I know this has been really long, and kind of rambly, and to some extent whimpy and pathetic when compared to some of the crap people have to go thorugh, because really it isn't important in the grand scheme of things,
But liftings is really important to me now.
Its become a huge part of my life, and I just want to do it right.
I just need a little guidance now, some friends, and some solid advice of where to go next, and how to get back on track.
I now weigh 148 pounds.
Thats nearly 10 pounds in the last 1 month and 3 weeks.
Looking in the mirror, I can see I've put on some more mass in my arms and back in particular, I just don't know weather thats as much as I should've gained.
I decided recently to set a short term goal to look like this guy. (I know I keep reiterating this, I'm sorry)
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The guys kind of arrogant and so on so sorry about that, but a body like his, I thoguht would be a good goal to strive for in the short term.
I'm 148 now, with a little more fat than him, so was thinking he's 155-160?
Setting a short term goal like this I think is a great idea for me as far as motivation, and I'm really going to strive to get there.
Origonally BtB said he had 6-8 months worth of begginer gains.
That would mean after this week, I'd be schedualed to look like that in 2-4 months.
That'd be great if I could, I mean I think its definatly going to be more tawards the 4 month range for me now, IF its even possible at all
I mean I can't see my self being there in 4 months if I'm honest, but then again my weight gain sugests I could.
Like I said I gained nearly10 pounds in the last couple of months, so who knows.
He has 6-8 months beginner gains, so I certainly SHOULD be able to get there in that time in theory,
BUT my thoughts are that those things I mentioned before like the night I barely got any sleep, the sandwich I missed, the deadlifts I screwed up because I was tired,
Will have delayed that time frame, because little things accumulate.
Like I said before the time frame thing may sound stupid, but it really does motivate me to do better in my opinion
Its done me well this far...
I'll round it up now because this post is fr too long, so if you got to the end, thank you very much, it means allot to have people who care.
To conclude, I'm just looking for some advice, some reassurance on the subjects mentioned.
Thanks to all who read! Just hope deciding to recover for an extra 24 and sleep on it was a good idea.
- Linden
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I hear your struggle.
My mentality is that if I'm resting, somebody else is working. I take 1 rest day every couple of weeks my body is beyond exhaustion. I struggle to get it in to my head sometimes that my body needs rest.
I know how it works and what it's capable of, so I know what It is I am doing, but with that I do know that sometimes I DO need to rest. It's a learning curve I think buddy. And to me, it isn't an easy one, and never has been.
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Linden - I really think you need to stop right now thinking too much of where you "should" be. If I thought that way, I would have quit lifting a very long time ago. There are lots of numbers I "should" be hitting right now, but I am not. It doesn't mean I have been slacking or inconsistent. My body is just taking perhaps a bit longer to get there than maybe it "should" be. So fucking what. What matters is that I will get there. I set all my goals for health 10 years ago, and I finally reached them all in the past few months. I set my goal to pay off my mortgage 18 years ago, and it has now happened. It took me 2 years longer to get my 5PPS deadlift than it should have.
You have to have fun along the way to your goals and have faith in the process. I guarantee you you will eventually achieve them if you want it bad enough.
Additionally, you don't realize how much you love to lift and live life until its almost taken away from you.
I have been thru the "want to quit" stage. I think we all have at some point. I think it's fate really that keeps us going.
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Good points, thanks Jim.
I don't want to quit by any means, I'm just suffering from allot of de- motivation.
I hear what you're saying, will take it on board.
Thanks again
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Think Jim hit it on the head there really
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Rest days aren't a bad thing in my opinion. Someday's I fell like utter crap and I hit the gym and get really crap results. I normally just leave and scuff my feet like a 5 year old. I hit the gym the next day, well rested and having the day before's events etched in my mind, I smash the gym to bits. Pride is restored.
Some days just suck arse.
Its a hard pill to swallow but its true. If you read my log you will see when I hate life.
Also we all grow at different rates, get used to that idear. Some guys a 6'4", some guys are 5 foot nothing.
Keep lifting, Keep eating .
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With motivation (and demotivation, since they go hand in hand), it's a case of getting to the root cause and re-establishing the reason for the motivation, which strangely may not end up being the same motivator as a person had previously. There are many that find they've lost their motivation because the workouts they're doing no longer coincide with their goals, their goals have changed from say BB-ing to PL-ing etc.
Oddly, you may find that your motivation may stick if you decide to get in to a show/comp, fitness model etc, because the workouts will be propelling you toward an end result that is required for a competition and so forth; it's worth thinking about.
I'm content to workout for health and fun (progress as well because that's just the by-product anyway), some people need more of a set goal which helps motivate them.
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The question is why? I am seeing a repeating pattern of behavior that concerns me. I hope you can get this sorted out.
You need to learn to enjoy lifting. You're a teen. Relax. This is fitness, not "fate of the world" stuff.
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When I was a teen I went to the gym with my buddies and we lifted heavy stuff all the time.
We had no idea what we were doing, sometimes we benched three days straight, or did some bastardized version of power cleans.
Bottom line we worked hard and got results. Just have some fun
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It's a lifestyle choice, mate. Not one you (or anyone) must make, generally speaking. So it's a choice you've made... right?
Then you need to make peace with said choice, and all that it brings.
But all said and done, it's a damn fine choice to make, in my opinion. Whatever it takes to make it work for you and your goals, in my opinion, it would be worth doing... well, within reason.
As a wise person once said, "Don't sweat the small stuff."
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Newer 107-room facility with adjoining conference facilities and own banquet kitchen & separate restaurant/bar. King/Queen jacuzzi rooms & suites, indoor pool, fitness center & continental breakfast. Also offer free HBO and USA today.
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Wyoming Resource Advisory Council Meeting Set for August
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Wyoming Resource Advisory Council (RAC) will meet Wednesday, Aug. 21, Thursday, Aug. 22, and Friday, Aug. 23, at the Buffalo Field Office, 1425 Fort Street, Buffalo, Wyo.
The meeting is open to the public. The meeting will begin on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. and at 8 a.m. on Thursday and Friday. Planned agenda topics include uranium and cultural issues, recreation conflicts, land acquisitions and follow-up to previous meetings.
On Thursday, Aug 22 at approximately 2:45 p.m., there will be a field tour of Welch Ranch. The public may attend the field tour portion of the agenda, but must provide their own transportation. High clearance vehicles are recommended.
The public comment period will be Aug. 23 at 8 a.m. Interested persons may make oral comments or file written statements for the council to consider. Depending on the number of persons wishing to comment and time available, the time for individual oral comments may be limited. If there are no members of the public interested in speaking, the meeting will move on to the next agenda topic.
The purpose of the council is to advise the Secretary of the Interior through the BLM on a variety of issues associated with public land management. For more information contact BLM RAC Coordinator Cindy Wertz, (307) 775-6014. To see a copy of the agenda, go to: www.blm.gov/wy/st/en/advcom/rac.html
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land, the most of any Federal agency. This land, known as the National System of Public Lands, is primarily located in 12 Western states, including Alaska. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. The BLM's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of Americas public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. In Fiscal Year 2015, the BLM generated $4.1 billion in receipts from activities occurring on public lands.
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- Belldandy
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- 2012
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- Katsucon 2012
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I wanted to save this costume until I had the time to make my own set of feather wings. It was quite the learning experience. 9 gauge metal wire, turkey feather rounds (left and right), chicken wire, white felt, and hot glue!
All of the artwork for Belldandy is just slightly different. I decided to look at her most recent television version with my final choices being based on the small resin figure I purchased for reference. It's easy to become so excited when making Belldandy to glitz her up till your fingers fall off. I tried to make my costume a more true and clean version for my first go around.
The costume is built on top of a white corset I made to hold the wings. The white undress was completely draped from muslin. The blue jacket is completely lined, the gold triangles are heat bonded on and then lined along the straight edge with gold ribbon stitched on for a little sparkle and strength.
The headscarf is hand painted and most of the jewelry was had made. I'm very proud of my earrings. My gold rings were a challenge to find, my largest came from the crafting section, the smaller were found in jewlery for purses. I made the blue socks to go over a pair of gold high heels so I wouldn't have to walk around barefoot. My "tail" banner was glamorized with white and gold cording zig-zagged stitched on and the tassels were made from matching embroidery thread. The red "hot pepper" beads are Model Magic clay painted and glazed. My jem is resin backed with gold scrapbooking cardstock. Finally, my Goddess markings are hand painted, Ben-Nye cream makeup.
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Near the National Museum and Grand Boulevard, this bright, funky hotel offers relaxed spaces with complimentary hot drinks and mineral water.
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Massachusetts political figures from both parties paid glowing tribute Thursday to former Governor Paul Cellucci in a memorial service at the State House— where he spent nearly a quarter of a century in public life. Cellucci died Saturday at the age of 65 of comPlications from ALS. The honor guard carried the coffin up the front stairs of the State House into the House chamber, passing a string of dignitaries, including Governor Deval Patrick, former governors Mitt RomnEy, Jane Swift, Michael Dukakis and William Weld. During the service, House Speaker Robert Deleo said even though he and Celluci belonged to different political parties, they enjoyed sharing their Italian American heritage. They would sometimes eat together at Italian restaurants or play a game of Bocce:
Governor Patrick described Celluci's wry humor and common touch.
Former Governor Jane Swift, who was Cellucci's lieutenant governor, says he was a public servant first and a politician second:
Swift's voice broke as she talked about how cellucci created political opportunities for women:
"His appointment of Margaret Marshall as chief just of the supreme court was bold … and he gave me the opportunity of a lifetime to govern the commonwealth he loved."
Weld, Cellucci's good friend and political partner, recalled his powerful intellect and good looks. Weld told a story about how once, they went to a welfare office in Lawrence with a group of women. There was a poster of Fabio, the male model, reclining nude on the beach, on the wall behind them:
Cellucci spent most of his adult life in politics. He rose from a small town selectmen in Hudson to Governor and then ambassador to Canada. In the final years, he threw himself into raising money for ALS research. After the memorial service, Cellucci's body was taken to the Statehouse Hall of Flags, where the public wAS invited to pay last respects. A funeral Mass is scheduled for Friday in Hudson.


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Red Rabbit (Jack Ryan #11)
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- A Tom Clancy thriller that takes us back to the days of the cold war and a plot to kill the Pope and a high-level soviet defection.
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- Do you long for the good old days of the cold War? Then you'll love this book. Jack Ryan, a newbie CIA analyst, is sent to work with British Intelligence. His first major assignment is to help bring out and debrief a high-level soviet defector, who brings word of a stunning soviet plot to assassinate the Pope. Is his story true? And, if so, how can British and American Intelligence stop the assassination?
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text: What's The Worst Thing You Can Do When Driving In Winter?Jason Torchinsky1/09/14 11:30amFiled to: Question Of The Day512EditPromoteShare to KinjaToggle Conversation toolsGo to permalink It seems the jerks who run the weather-control satellites have decided to keep it cold and miserable down here on earth, and that means a lot more winter driving. We've talked a lot about what's best to do in winter, so now let's find out the worst things you could do on a wintry road. Bad-winter weather driving is already pretty challenging, so I think a good, awful thing to do would be to crank that challenge up. Like how about hosing down your rear tires so they freeze up nice and slick and turning any car into an exciting frosty driftmobile? That seems like a wonderfully terrible idea. Advertisement Advertisement So, what awful things can you Chilly Williams think up?Reply512 repliesLeave a reply


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More Fun Than Florida! Spring Break Events @ Your Library
Huntington City-Township Public Library invites kids and teens in grades 4 – 12 to come have More Fun than Florida! at the Library's upcoming Spring Break events, to be held during the week of April 1 – 5.
Tuesday, April 2nd – Make a Duct Tape Wallet!
At 3pm on Tuesday, April 2nd, learn how to make an amazing wallet out of duct tape that you can really use! All supplies will be provided, but registration is a must for this workshop, as space is limited. Call the Children's Department at 260-356-2900 to register as soon as possible.


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Hoag leads Turkish squad to best-ever Champions League resultLODZ, Poland (March 18, 2012) – Canadian national team coach Glenn Hoag of Gatineau, Que., completed a successful Champions League season for Izmir, Turkey as it placed fourth overall in Sunday's final playoff round.
The Champions League is a three-month tournament pitting Europe's top professional squads in the sport. This weekend was the Final Four tournament.
Izmir lost the third place match on Sunday to Trentino, Italy 25-20, 25-19, 25-19. The Izmir squad also included two Canadian players Justin Duff of Winnipeg and Gord Perrin of Creston, B.C. Both contributed two points on Sunday.
Steve Brinkman of Bowmanville, Ont., a 200-plus match Canadian national team veteran, is on the Trentino squad.
"I think it was a great experience even though we did not win a game here," said Hoag about this weekend's matches. "Today we lined up some young players so that they could also have the chance to experience some high-class volleyball and play against some of the best in the world. Trentino pressured us a lot with their service.''
In the championship final, Kazan, Russia defeated Belchatow, Poland in a five-match thriller 25-15, 16-25, 22-25, 26-24, 17-15.
Several Canadian national team players played this past winter in overseas pro leagues. Canada will look to qualify for the Olympics at a qualifying tournament May 7-13 in Long Beach, California.
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Giving is the Most Natural Thing in the World
By Drs. Rick and Jan Hanson
I try to get our son, age 4, to share his toys, etc. with his younger sister or the kids at school, but everything is always, "No! Mine!" with him. I feel like I am swimming upstream, pushing against his nature. Then I think about the world and sometimes I wonder, are people just plain selfish?
You're right, some days you read the newspaper and have to shake your head in dismay and sorrow. Your question is poignant, touching, and profound: Are humans naturally more inclined to be domineering and selfish, or to be cooperative and giving?
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In short, we firmly believe that parents must claim their authority, be morally self-confident, and take responsibility for the moral instruction of their children.
That said, we also believe that the great weight of evidence is on the side of the view that the tendencies to be cooperative and giving are much more central and stronger in most people than tendencies to be domineering and selfish. And to anyone who worries and cares about the world we are bequeathing to our children, this has got to be good news.
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When it's cold and wet, all I want are warming starches. Mashed potatoes, risotto, grits with margarine—no wonder I start to feel like a washed-out blob this time of year. While light, healthy raw vegetables are usually the furthest thing from my mind, I try to remind myself to eat them at least a few times a week. I received lots of carrots in my holiday CSA share, so I worked up this curried carrot salad with apple cider vinaigrette. Even though the carrots are raw, the curry, pepper, and cinnamon give the salad warmth. It's great for lunch with cooked quinoa and fruit. Go check out the recipe at Maine Food & Lifestyle.
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Curried Carrot Salad at Maine Food & Lifestyle
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Nice! Love that you put it in a tiffin!!ReplyDelete
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I know just what you mean. I stop wanting raw fruits and veggies, and have to remind myself to have a salad or apple.ReplyDelete
That looks so yummy! What a nice way to get raw veggies in a comforting way. :) i'm definitely looking up that recipe.ReplyDelete
Usually seeing the words "carrot" and "salad" in close proximity makes me wince, but this... this looks fantastic.ReplyDelete
It's funny that we don't crave fresh veggies right when they are out of season! I'm like, lettuce, meh. Good thing, because it all just was killed by the frost! And, yes, I did buy cannoli forms just for that challenge. There were 2 sets at LaRoux Kitchens, one was $3.99 and one was $13.99. Hmm.... :)ReplyDelete
I see that we've been thinking along the same lines! I'll have to check out this recipe, it sounds perfectly healthy and flavorful. :)ReplyDelete
That looks and sound so delicious! I love all the ingredients you used, thanks for the link to the recipe!ReplyDelete


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To live life more fully, a life that is purposeful, we first need to know who we are and make choices based on this wisdom to experience a strong sense of freedom, joy and inner peace and we can heal our life. Frequently Asked Questions How fast will I see results with DeVita?You should start seeing results within 7- 10 days with most of their products. For significant change to be noticed with Hyperpigmentation (Sun Damage Repair Serum, Skin Brightening Serum), you will need patience and at least 8 -10 weeks to start to see results. Are DeVita products safe for sensitive skin?DeVita was designed to cater to those with skin sensitivity issues. Dr. DeVita herself suffers with sensitive skin and that is what motivated her to create DeVita Natural Skincare in the first place! So you will never find irritating synthetic fragrances or other harsh chemicals in DeVita. Please always do a recommended patch test to ensure that all products work with your skin type. Test in a small, side area to confirm your success with each product. Your skin is like your finger print particular to only you. How young can you/should you start using DeVita products?The skin is considered mature by the age of 28. So starting your skin care regime as early as possible is recommended. Beginning at age 25, they recommend using skin specific treatment products as a preventative measure, twice a year to start (perhaps at spring and fall), increasing as needs arise. They recommend starting a regular cleansing and toning regime twice daily in the early teens, with regular exfoliation (1-2 times per week), acne treatment pads if necessary, followed by their Solar Protective Moisturizer 30 before going outside. Guarding your skin against sun damage is the most important anti-aging action you can take. Of course, along with good external habits, you must also have good internal habits such as getting enough restful sleep, eating fresh organic foods, limiting your sugar, and processed food intake and drinking fresh water all of this is very important to your skin health and general over-all well being. Is it a SPF rated sun block?Yes - DeVita sunscreen formulas are tested using the USFDA Monograph Sun Protection Factor Determination test. They submitted testing to the category SPF factor of 30+. Their lab tests show a stability rating of two (2) years. Are the solar products UVA/UVB protective?Yes DeVita Solar Protective Moisturizer 30 and Solar Body Block 30 offer broad, full spectrum sunscreen protection from both UVA/UVB rays. Do you use NANO Technology?No none of their product formulations use nanotechnology. In their solar products they use cutting-edge, Non-Nano, uncoated, nearly transparent Micronized Zinc Oxide. It is the most advanced ZnO available. If you are reading old articles on how micronized zinc oxide cannot be nearly transparent etc, you are not up to speed on what is available now they are. That is their job to do the research and stay ahead of the curve so that they can provide you the safest and best of what technology has to offer. Not all science is bad, and not all nature is good (think arsenic and deadly nightshade etc). Their ZnO has an average particle size of 250 nm (nano is considered under 100 nm the difference between Micronized and Nanosized is like the difference between a Million= micro and a Billion= nano). Test studies show that their ZnO can be used to create formulations of greater than 30 SPF and PA greater than 10. It has a critical wavelength of 380 nm, which is further evidence of its ability to perform as a broad, full spectrum sunscreen (UVA/UVB). BUT it is important to note that there are many factors that affect the formulation of sun protection products; the careful selection of the active ingredients, the product form, the type of formulation used and the constituents of that formulation. Specifically, the formulation of a sunscreen product is influenced by a number of specific considerations relating to the efficacy of the actives used. The formulator has to study the solubility of the sunscreen in the vehicle, look for synergy between filters, evaluate the rheological (how the product layers on the skin and creates a film former) and sensorial characteristics of the vehicle and be cognizant of the photo stability of the active ingredients. When all of this is done correctly, it is possible to deliver a safe, effective product at a reasonable cost (exactly as they do here at DeVita!). An SPF level is NOT a simple factor of the percentage of sun screen in the vehicle of a cream or lotion. Are the sun products safe for children?They consider both their solar protection products very safe for children, especially when compared to the toxic chemicals that are in the mainstream childrens sun blocks on the market today that feature Octinoxate, Octisalate, Oxybenzone, not to mention the host of parabens etc. They use only micronized (not nano sized!) zinc oxide in a base of organic aloe vera with natural supporting ingredients. They use this product theirselves and so do their families - they confidently recommend it to yours. (please see #7 for ZnO details and see product page for a full listing of What they put in) Do DeVita products contain parabens?NO never have, never will. They were one of the first companies to put out a paraben free product line. They were pioneers of the paraben-free concept and, in the beginning, it caused the company to grow slowly as various distribution channels were reluctant to take the risk of not having traditional preservative poisons in the products. They started to realize as more information became available, that they had created a process that would cause others to change their ways as well. They see many companies now changing their formulas to exclude parabens, but they have always known that parabens were not our friends! Parabens are not the only things they do not choose to include they are always free from synthetic fragrances, dyes, petrochemicals, etc. please visit their What they leave out page to view what you will always be free from when using DeVita products! Can I layer products together?Yes you can layer up to three treatment products. Start from thinnest to thickest. As an example you would start with their Hyaluronic SeruGel first, then Sun Damage Repair Serum and finish with Skin Brightening Serum. Just remember to layer thinnest to thickest! Please always do a recommended patch test to ensure that all products work together with your skin type. Test in a small, side area to confirm your success with each product. Your skin is like your finger print particular to only you. Are DeVita products tested on animals?Absolutely not. DeVita is committed to protecting animals (everyone who works here is a huge animal lover they are like their children!). They are PETA certified; also members of LEAPING BUNNY, and Choose Cruelty Free (AU). For this reason, no finished product or products in the developing stage are ever tested using animals (only people!). They also work only with ingredient suppliers are also willing to become PETA certified. The safe-use of all DeVita products is ensured by having a thorough understanding of ingredients used in their products (based on previous use, the ingredients own chemistry/history, etc). They also carry out real life tests on human volunteers to further ensure the safe use of all their products. Are DeVita products vegan? Yes DeVita is a vegan line you will not find any animal renderings or byproducts in any of their products (many mainstream cosmetics contain large amounts of animal renderings which are used as fillers ack!). Nor will you find carmine colorant from the cochineal beetle. You wont find any shark cartilage derived Squalene (they use only olive derived Squalane), or rooster comb derived Hyaluronic acid (they use only HA that is probiotically derived through a process of bio-fermentation using potatoes as a primary catalyst source). They use only vegan safe sources for all their wonderful ingredients - please visit their What they put in ingredients page to see where all their great ingredients come from! What is the difference between Vegan and Vegetarian?Vegetarian is a blanket term used to describe a person who does not consume meat, poultry, fish, or seafood. It generally implies someone who has less dietary restrictions than a vegan. Vegetarians can consume eggs, dairy products and honey etc Vegan is the strictest sub-category of vegetarians. Vegans do not consume any animal products or by-products. Some go as far as not even consuming honey and yeast. Others do not wear any clothing made from animal products. Why do my eyes sting after using moisturizers?With respect to their DeVita Solar Protective Moisturizer 30+, it is understood that all sunscreen ingredients can be a mild irritant by the very nature of their chemistry (but not as irritating as skin cancer!). Due to the low viscosity of DeVita Daily Solar Protective Moisture 30+, it is easy to bring this product too close to the eyes. The cream is VERY light and sheer unlike other heavy sunscreens whos texture difference can actually help keep you cognizant that you are actually putting on a sun block. Because of this, you may want to try and keep your eyes closed during the application process, avoiding the actual eye area. Their DeVita moisturizers (Perfecting Time and Evening Rich Nutritional Moisturizer) are elegant formulations that feature some of the finest essential oils known for their skin replenishing properties, such as Frankincense, Sisymbrium and Palmarosa. It is possible, if someone is extremely sensitive to essential oils, to notice them more than usual, if this is the case, then this could be a consideration. What they normally find is that people simply are getting the product too near their eyes and then also, sometimes thorough normal sweating or wet hair, facial rubbing etc it migrates close to, or into the eyes, which can cause irritation. A less is more approach around the actual eye area is the best choice. Is DeVita gluten free? DeVita is considered a Gluten Sensitive Safe product line as they use only the pure, non-synthetically extracted Vitamin E, Wheat amino acids etc. What has to be understood is that this chemistry is very precise. The gluten is isolated first and only the pure Vitamin E is extracted the vitamin and the gluten come from two different parts of the whole. They never use whole Wheat Germ Oil in any of their formulas they use only the pure, non-synthetically extracted Vitamin E and everything they work with is at the amino acid level. Because of this they are considered a Gluten Sensitive Safe line. Of course, as with any new product, customers should always do a patch test first to see if there is a compatibility issue. They never expect anyone to have a problem, but everyones skin is special and although DeVita is designed to cater to those with skin sensitivity issues, it is always best to be safe as your skin is just like your finger prints particular only to you. Does DeVita use GMO ingredients?No. They do not believe in using GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms), which are the result of laboratory processes which artificially insert foreign genes into the DNA of food crops or animals. Those genes may come from bacteria, viruses, insects, animals or even humans. Although banned by food manufacturers in Europe and elsewhere, the FDA does not require any safety evaluations. Most Americans say they would not eat GMOs if labeled, but the U.S. does not require labeling. Testing of GMOs have shown they are not safe, but they have been in the food supply since 1996 and are now present in the vast majority of processed foods in the US. GMOs are affecting four major crops at this time. They are: Corn, Canola, Cotton and Soy (sugar beets are a new concern). DeVita does not use any of the first three (Corn, Canola, Cotton), and they use only non-GMO soy beans for their lecithin. To date, GMOs remain a very critical dietary concern, not a cosmetic concern; however, they reject any use of GMOs (internal or external) as they feel they are an assault against nature, and against everything they believe in. How long can I keep a product once it is opened? A specific symbol now appears on all DeVita packaging (outer box, tubes) and lets you know how long you can use your product after opening. This PAO (period after opening) is indicated within an open jar illustration that has a number inside followed by the letter M. For example, 24M corresponds to 24 months. This means that the product should be used within two years after opening. However, it is very important that products be stored with their caps closed tight, preferably away from heat and light. Do I need to keep products in fridge? No, however, it is very important that products be stored with their caps closed tight, preferably away from heat and light. Are the containers recyclable?Yes Their boxes are made from recycled paper - recycle as paper. Their tubes are PET number 2 non-leaching recyclable plastic from Canada recycle as number 2 plastic. Their glass bottles are glass recyclable recycle with general glass the frosted coloring harmlessly melts off during the recycle process. The over caps, pumps, sprayers etc are number 6 polystyrene (which is recyclable, just not through mainstream channels. These items will be qualified for return under the DeVita Dividends program please see details under their DeVita Green section) Will your Capillary Support Serum really help the constant blush to my skin?Their phyto-therapeutic ingredients help calm and sooth irritation, facial flushing, and offer ingredients to assist in relieving the appearance of broken vessels, while assisting in reducing the appearance of scarring, swelling and redness. They use Evening Primrose Oil, a superb emollient high in essential fatty acids (GLA) and natural inflammation fighters, with their exclusive blend of natural glycolic acids, and other healing extracts. This combination creates a gentle yet powerful skin support which can really make a difference! With regular use, they have had many satisfied customers who have experienced great results. It is recommended to avoid tanning/direct sunlight, both natural and artificial, while using this product. Always use a sunscreen of 30 spf or greater (DeVita Solar Protective Moisturizer 30+ is best!). They always recommend that your Dermatologist be consulted, and of course, as with any new product, a patch test is recommended first to see if there is a compatibility issue. They never expect anyone to have a problem, but everyones skin is special and although DeVita is designed to cater to those with skin sensitivity issues, it is always best to be safe as your skin is just like your finger prints particular only to you. If you experience persistent redness/irritation of your skin, please discontinue use. The DeVita C stings my face is that normal?Yes! (only MILD stinging, of course!) Most customers do not find the stinging and burning sensation painful, and some even describe it in positive terms. This is a documented experience, and completely normal! Rather than a reaction of irritation, this is reaction caused by your skin coming in contact with something completely NEW. It means the L-Ascorbic acid in their product is waking up your skin, and even though the sensations dissipate over the course of a few days to a week, the product is still working, so dont worry your skin has just adjusted to the serum. L-Ascorbic acid is known to be the most effective topical ascorbic acid, and must be formulated at an acidic pH, preferably pH 3.5 or less, (DeVita- C is buffered to a 3.0 pH). The skin penetration ability of topical ascorbic acid is dependent on its acidity, as well as the carriers that it is formulated with. The more acidic the formulation the better is the skin penetration but skin irritation also increases (stinging effect). The concentration of topical ascorbic acid should be at least 10% to be effective, with DeVita-C coming in at 17% concentration, making their DeVita-C one of the most active retail topical vitamin c solutions available. This does need to be adequately buffered and softened with green tea and other ingredients that help to balance the experience. Studies have shown that Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate and citric acid are not as effective in penetrating as L-Ascorbic acid solutions; however what those ingredients bring to the formulation are extra support and stability for L-Ascorbic acid, thereby giving their formula the ability to have the most optimal effect. Of course, as with any new product, customers should always do a patch test first to see if there is a compatibility issue. They never expect anyone to have a problem, but everyones skin is special and although DeVita is designed to cater to those with skin sensitivity issues, it is always best to be safe as your skin is just like your finger prints particular only to you. If you experience persistent redness/irritation of your skin, please discontinue use. The Tomato Leaf or Cappuccino Cocoa Mud Masque makes my face red after use is that normal?YES! Their skin care doesn't just sit around looking pretty. Their products work hard to help boost microcirculation and nourish your skin. This is an active mask. Impurities are drawn to the surface and circulation is increased which may cause your skin to look a little red after mask is rinsed off - this is completely natural and only means the mask is working! You may also feel temporary tingling, blushing, and warmth this is also natural. Typically these sensations last 20 minutes or less (your experience may vary). As your skin adjusts, sensations will diminish while you continue enjoying all the benefits of enhanced facial circulation. You can feel it working...and that's a good thing. If skin continues to show signs of irritation and rash, reduce use. Never use more than once per day. Should signs persist, it could be an indication that your skin type is not suited to this type of product, and they would recommend that you suspend usage. Of course, as with any new product, customers should always do a patch test first to see if there is a compatibility issue. They never expect anyone to have a problem, but everyones skin is special and although DeVita is designed to cater to those with skin sensitivity issues, it is always best to be safe as your skin is just like your fingerprints particular only to you. What does Glycolic Acid do and how does it work?Glycolic acids have long been shown to promote rapid change in rough, listless skin by encouraging the rate of cellular turnover which can bring the appearance of smoother, younger looking skin, reduced pore size, and to give a blushed, healthy glow. It can also help minimize break-outs, and milia bumps, reduce the appearance of fine lines, deeper wrinkles and darkened areas on the face. Their exclusive formula uses the latest in gel technology featuring their all-natural source of fruit acid blend imported from Italy, which works as an exfoliating agent on the skin surface. Their gentle blend goes under the damaged upper layers of skin and destroys the 'glue' which holds dead skin to the surface. As this dead skin is lifted, the other ingredients carry the individual flakes away and a water rinse neutralizes the skin. The result is a much-smoother skin surface and a more youthful appearance. A secondary benefit is glycolic acid's ability to draw moisturizers into the newly-exfoliated skin surface. It is always recommended to follow this Evening Use Only product with a nourishing moisturizer like their Perfecting Time or Evening Rich Nutritional Moisturizer. High Performance Glycolic Acid Blend can I use it more than 2-3 times per week?They do not recommend it. Their HPGAB is an Evening Use Only product. This is a potent formula featuring a blend of all natural fruit and sugar acids (12%) that gently help retexturize the skin (see #22 for in depth product performance details). It is possible to over-use this product and over-stress the skin. With DeVita products a less is more approach is usually recommended more is not better more is just more! SO use as directed and enjoy the wonderful, new skin that will be revealed! Once again, as with any new product, customers should always do a patch test first to see if there is a compatibility issue. They never expect anyone to have a problem, but everyones skin is special and although DeVita is designed to cater to those with skin sensitivity issues, it is always best to be safe as your skin is just like your finger prints particular only to you. If you experience persistent redness/irritation of your skin, please discontinue use. What does Hyaluronic Acid do and how does it work?Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is one of the most hydrophilic (water-loving!) molecules in nature, which is why it is often referred to as natures moisturizer. DeVitas oil-free SeruGel will quench thirsty skin cells by helping to deliver maximum amounts of Hyaluronic Acid (a 65% solution!) to the skin using their penetrating organic aloe vera delivery system. When we are young, our bodies produce mass amounts of this wonderful stuff thats why babies have those great plump, pinchable cheeks they are loaded with HA! However, as with everything else, their HA production slows way down as we age. Adding it back in to your regime will really help transform your skin by boosting the skin's elasticity and suppleness, encouraging collagen and elastin production and minimizing the look of lines and wrinkles by helping to plump-up the skin (pinchable cheeks!). If you want to truly transform your skin, give this product a try in a word its amazing. Where does the Hyaluronic acid come from?Their Hyaluronic SeruGel 65% solution contains 100% Hyaluronic acid (in a 65% solution) that is probiotically derived through the process of bio-fermentation. Potatoes are used as a primary catalyst source. DeVita is a vegan skin care line and never uses animal derived ingredients. Why is it blue? The beautiful blue color comes from their proprietary blend of marine peptides and natural seaweeds, which are important anti-aging support elements to their hydrating Hyaluronic SeruGel formula. There are never any colors added to DeVita products product colors occur naturally based on ingredients used. For Hyperpigmentation which is best, Sun Damage Repair Serum or Skin Brightening Serum?That depends Their Skin Brightening Serum was specifically designed to help fight the appearance of Hyperpigmentation that is primarily caused by hormones, birth control pill use, chemical peels, waxes etc. SBS works using the natural skin lighteners Kojic acid and Arbutin which work synergistically to help break-up hyperpigmentation, along with Emblica fruit extract, a proven skin lightener, all which help give the look of a balanced skin tone. Their Sun Damage Repair Serum was specifically designed to help fight the appearance of sun spots or age spots caused by too much fun in the sun! SDRS works using healing copper peptides which play a fundamental role in skin health by performing as a mild superoxide dismutase that can help detox oxygen radicals produced by ultraviolet rays. Copper binding peptides also protect cultured keratinocytes from lethal UV radiation. All of that just means it helps repair Sun damage. Copper peptides also help to encourage the skins ability to repair itself and to help reduce the look of small and large wrinkles, blotchiness (spots!) and blemishes. Copper peptides are known to be powerful collagen and elastin promoters, triggering the formation of anti-oxidants which seem to encourage the skin's own natural ability to shield against free-radicalization. Their SDRS also uses Emblica fruit extract (they love this one!) to help brighten and balance overall skin tone. NOW if you have extreme needs, these products may be used in combination with each other start first with Sun Damage Repair Serum, and then layer Devita Skin Brightening Serum on top for excellent results. Once again, as with any new product, customers should always do a patch test first to see if there is a compatibility issue. They never expect anyone to have a problem, but everyones skin is special and although DeVita is designed to cater to those with skin sensitivity issues, it is always best to be safe as your skin is just like your finger prints particular only to you. If you experience persistent redness/irritation of your skin, please discontinue use. DeVita's PhilosophyFor thousands of years, rare essential and vegetal oils such as frankincense, rose, sage, chamomile and avocado were a pure and natural source of healing power for the body and spirit, and were considered to be more valuable than gold. Today, essential oils remain the oldest form of medicine and cosmetic known to man, and are even more valuable as essential nutrition for your skin DeVita specializes in high-tech natural therapeutic skin care products also known as "cosmeceuticals" which utilize organic and ethically wild crafted 100% pure essential oils, whole herb extracts and amino acids. DeVita uses a scientifically advanced botanical delivery system engineered by nature for optimum results...healthy, vibrant skin. DeVita, meaning "of life", is the philosophy behind our exclusive natural skin care product line, developed through this perfect combination of nature and science. DeVita believes essential oils are truly gifts from nature, and can't be duplicated. DeVita is committed to delivering the best nature has to offer to their clients, and will continue to preserve their relationships without compromise. Exclusively YoursAll of DeVita's products have been formulated for those living with sensitive skin, mature skin and troubled, acne-prone skin. DeVita's team of estheticians, natural cosmetic chemists and dermatologists combine their expertise to ensure the effectiveness and quality of all of our products. With DeVita, you don't have to choose which product is right for you... each formulation utilizes the bio-intelligence of nature's rare essential oils to balance, restore, enhance the skin's natural biochemistry. DeVita's exclusive line of cosmeceuticals gets down to the root cause of premature aging skin and helps your body naturally heal itself. All of the extracts and essential oils used in the DeVita Natural Skin Care line are alcohol, fragrance and pesticide free. Additionally, care was taken to assure no animal testing was used in the development and production of these exclusive formulas. While many companies offer you one product in a jar "that does it all," chemistry shows this combination can cancel out the effectiveness of some of the active compounds in some products. DeVita worked closely and diligently with leading skin care specialists and always reached the same conclusion... the only way to really benefit from each product is to keep them apart... so DeVita has kept them apart. Literally days after using DeVita's entire skin care line for your regime, you'll discover the ease of its design and experience maximum results.


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As Balmain reminded us repeatedly over the past year, metallics and denim are a match made in heaven. Whether it's sparkles, studs, or a sleek panel of metallic mesh, this accent can turn a basic denim garment into something extremely festive (or totally badass). This New Year's Eve, it's time to toss the frou-frou cocktail dress and let the room know you're there to party! Check out some of our favorite ways to wear metallic accessories and accents with your denim.
1. French fashion blogger extraordinaire Betty of Le Blog de Betty kicks around in some metal-toe boots by OFFICE (?95) – buy them at OFFICE.
2. It makes a lot of sense to turn to the makers of denim classics themselves to turn out compatible accessories to help illuminate your look. A metallic belt is functional, eye-catching, and sure to serve you well into the new year. We love this 1-SNAP-A belt by Diesel ($130) – buy it here.
3. Steal the show in this velvet vest with metallic thread embroidery and mirror detail! The ornate piece goes perfect with a pair of ripped cut-off jean shorts. Nasty Gal had this Marrakesh version for sale and it's since been sold, but you can DIY, scour vintage shops, or try this gold-embellished nude bolero at $108.
4. New York-based glamour-expert and blogger-gone-style-icon The Glamourai layers with a metallic sequin cardigan over a pair of Hudson jeans. Metallic sequin blouse by Elizabeth and James ($185.50) – buy it at Beso.
5. The luxe golden accent jewelry and accessories at Chanel work perfectly when applied to denim. Pile on the bangles, jewels, and rings while keeping your denim attire simple to make a bold statement. Seen here via the Cherry Blossom Girl. Try these Giles & Brother golden bracelets ($168) from Net-A-Porter, or a Kenneth Jay Lane Double Cross Cuff ($231) from Shop Bop. For party goers on a budget, this beautiful Pelle Filigree Cuff ($20) from Alloy.
6. Taking #3 a bit further, Dries Van Noten SS/11 shows us that layering textured metallics on top and pairing with a pair of jeans creates a look that encompasses the spirit of partying in luxury and the careless vibe of downtown new york city. Image from JAK & JIL BLOG. Try this Diane Von Furstenberg ($545) from Cusp, paired with this VINCE sequin tea in antique gold ($295) from Revolve Clothing. Or try this eye-popping (and exceedingly affordable) Wet Seal variation in red.
With these styling tips and a whole universe full of after-Christmas sales, you'll be able to rock party-tailored denim on the big night out and turn heads all year long.
—Michelle Christina Larsen
Tags: Balmain, biker babe, cherry blossom girl, denim and metallics, Dries Van Noten, golden cuffs, jak & Jil, kenneth jay lane, le blog de betty, new years eve, party outfits


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By EVAN K. EXCELL, DAVID L. WILKEY, LAURA BAKER, PAUL C. SMITHExecutive committee
In recent months the fact that media outlets now offer space on their websites for readers to comment on stories and issues has not escaped the view of the Utah High School Activities Association governing board, staff and the entire membership. We write you regarding the alarmingly negative trends in the content of many comments. That negativity seems to escalate daily.
Let us tell you who comprises the UHSAA. We are high school administrators, coaches and activities directors of both public and private schools from every region of the state. Our governing bodies are elected officials who represent 127 member schools that participate in high school sports and activities. Among our responsibilities is the charge to offer opportunities to as many student athletes as possible, and consequently, to make and enforce rules which ensure safe and fair play.
The internet has become an attractive interactive tool for media outlets. Likely this emerging arena of communications will only increase in capability and demand. What we respectfully request is that media outlets adopt parameters for allowing appropriate public comment, especially anonymous public comment, when directed toward high school coaches and administrators and especially toward impressionable high school athletes. In recent months, we've read, with growing concern, of increased numbers of personal attacks that fly in the face of sportsmanship and inclusiveness we aim to provide for students. Incendiary personal criticism leveled at teenage athletes emboldens people under the cloak of anonymity in which there is no accountability for accusations nor allegations.
We do understand the need for feedback, and the attraction of involving readers and viewers in news coverage. Our duty, however, is to ensure safe havens and fair opportunities for students in these life learning laboratories we call sports. Our membership along with families and individuals deal with life affecting, if not altering, circumstances caused by comments that are false, derogatory and vulgar. In the impressionable ages of our participating youth, opinions form, self image develops and insecurities abound; comments that are insulting, defamatory and threatening degrade one of our most precious resources, the emerging adults in our high schools.
We understand and appreciate the heightened efforts made by media outlets to cover high school activities and athletics. Coverage has never been better. High school is a special time for teenagers and their families. None of us want it marred by a few misguided people who degrade and demean from behind the veil of secrecy these websites offer. We plead with media outlets to assume responsibility by eliminating the obscene, untrue and damaging remarks that appear without consequence to the writer. Even though these comments are not printed in papers nor read on newscasts, they are published to thousands of blog readers. Some journalistic standard for accuracy and truth should apply.
We ask others in our workplace to offer solutions rather than to only lode complaints. Accordingly, we offer our resources to aid in developing a protocol that confronts this emerging menace to young people who participate in high school sports. We appeal to you to call on us to assist in this effort. Advise us as to where and how this can be done.


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|Posted by Dale's Plumbing Service Inc LMP on April 09, 19100 at 11:46:50:
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: What do you think about using this product monthly to keep my main sewer line from clogging up? I recently had a plumber come in to clean my drain pipe due to it being partially collapsed from tree roots.
If your line is particially collapsed from tree roots it should be changed. Rid -x will keep the roots out if installed to manufactures instructions. It won't fix the damage to your line.Dale's Plumbing Service Inc LMP
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