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Hillcrest Covenant Church got Halloween celebrations off to an early start with a pumpkin carving party at Franklin Park —- a party whose centerpiece activity was made markedly difficult by the fact that the shelter lights didn't come on after dusk, forcing parents to use their cell phones as flashlights:
For other area Halloween fun, consider the following:
Fairway's annual Trail of Tricks and Treats returns Sunday from 5-7 p.m. at Peterson Park (next to the Fairway Pool). For $4 admission per person (kids under 2 are free), families get to walk a winding trail lined with Halloween lights and games, including pumpkin bowling and potato sack races. A costume parade will commence at 6 p.m. Admission includes hot dogs, chips, cookies and popcorn.
The Village Shops and Corinth Square will both host family trick-or-treating events Monday. The merchants at the Village will be handing out candy from 4-7 p.m. Corinth, which didn't have trick-or-treating last year, will be welcoming Halloweeners from 4-6 p.m.

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During the last year and a half the Maritime Commission has accepted suggestions by shipyard employes that have resulted in improving shipbuilding operations and effected savings in man-hours and materials equivalent to $20,000,000, the commission estimated last week.
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Justin Bieber's Wacky London Get-Up
Making a bold fashion statement, Justin Bieber greeted fans as he left his hotel in London on Tuesday (February 26).
The "Beauty and a Beat" singer sported a wacky ensemble of prints and colors including two gold watches, purple leopard-print pants and a studded yellow cap along with his signature drop-crotch trousers.
Enjoying his time Across the Pond, on Tuesday Justin tweeted, "fun night. love london. gonna get some recording in. got some stuff i wanna get out. show day tomorrow. thanks 4 supporting #RIGHTHERE."
Earlier in the week, the Biebs made yet another headline-making style statement when he sported a gas mask around town before heading off to a Justin Timberlake concert.
Enjoy the pictures of Justin Bieber out in London (February 26).
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Can not download with J-Downloader
Cannot connect to servers
Its being bocked ISP wide.
Same here, at moderate net bandwidth the mobile app doesn't open nor the website on Chrome. I thought of trying out proxy (used ZenMate Chrome plugin) and whenever I did the site opened provided bandwidth is good. I think it is not available for India, though not sure. Anyone can confirm it is the same from other countries too? Others can try ZenMate chrome plugin (also available for Firefox but not IE) and change your current IP address and try to access www.mega.nz . Let me know if it works.
mega not workiing only for me says this site
I'm getting the same. None of the multiple folders I have linked from Mega are available. "Folder Link Unavailable" . Add to that none of the menu pages load either. Terms of Services, Developers, About Us...nothing.
Mega is unreachable right now, I think server is f#!ked up cuz y can't get in through the mega app for shitmarphones
I can't load the page!
my network high, but syncing (download) with mega sync either mega addons like down (normally above 800KBps,but now 200KBps)
Mine says that there is an error in loading on just about everything. Ive tried downloading 10 different albums, even ones I got from the site, nothing. Site is botched.
Can't access via Firefox, works on Chrome for now.
mega man down .............
the hell i can't even open all mega link, and they said it's reachable
what the f#!k
Hi, Mega not opening for me on Chrome since yesterday Jan 19
mega is not opening i am trying for 3 weeks to open mega but then also it was not opening
I can't access for days ... (I'm from Vietnam)
mega is down for me on two different machines and two different browsers. Oh, I've got the spinning balls on the other PC now . . . and it is up. Finally. Still, I needed it on this conmputer. And I'm uploading at my normal 115kB/sec.
Can reach mega from Sydney on 3 different machines. Was down yesterday still cant reach today.
Same here in Argentina. CAn't access today but yesterday i could. Don't know what is happening
Lo mismo me pasa, pero segun esta pagina funciona
Mega seems to be pretty much down for me (South America here)
site loads but can't login
mega dead in center america
Working now
just delete the .co https://mega.nz
Down in Egypt.
Down Here in Brazil... Snif!
Down here in argentina since 1 hour ago
I can reach the site OK, but I can't upload files. It says it was successful, but it didn't work. Is it just me?
October 9th, Mega site is up and reachable but stuck on fix page. Even from MEGA app for android the service doesn't work
its down in india also since last 1-2 month
Mega.co.nz is up here in PH rock n roll to the world!
Mega is down since the last week of June in India ._. T_T
Mega is down in italy because in it was blocked by italian
Mega crashed since july the 16th... No life signal anymore...
Mega is down in Italy
can't reach mega on my pc and even on my smarthphone
In Italy the server is down
Currently down in Italy...
Mega not working in Italy since July 15th 2014
mega is down in italy..now
down now italy
Mega down in Indonesia. July 14, 2014
Down Down Down here in India
https://mega.co.nz/ is not working site is not opening on my pc as well as mobile..
mega is down... can't even access to the site
cannot view MEGA.co.nz from Indonesia :3
firefox 29.01, chrome Version 35.0.1916.153. windows 7. iphone and android app. no joy
cant login from greece too :(
MEGA is down in Ontario Canada. I was uploading a file, and it reached 100% but failed to show up in my file list. I refreshed the page and now I can't access my MEGA drive. It's stays on the M icon. I can't access it through the Android app either, just keeps saying "Connecting"
Down in England.
MEGA is down in The Netherlands...
down in France, ERROR: Can't login to mega.co.nz: API 'us' failed: HTTP POST failed: Server returned status 500: Server Too Busy Signal
Mega is down in Argentina
MEGA is down in Indiana.
6-21-2014 1:00pm
i never ever able to access into the website
down is australia
is still not working from india. i need to upload some important files.
Edit (+5hours) : no change in site status in India. please revert.
Until now, mega is down in Indonesia. Help me please.
Can't make it past the load screen no matter what I try. This is affecting my users. MEGA is down even though it says it's online.
Can't login from Holland :-(
Down in Mexico.. :(
In Portugal and Spain not working
can't get in from NY
05/05/2014. Site doesn't login
connecting to site but not going past loading
can't login - from croatia
Can connect to site but it doesn't go past that loading thing.
its not working here in canada either on any browser or mobile phone
the site works but not the login
today it didn't work on android, google chrome and firefox at least here in Holland. Could't log in
it's already been weeks.. I have tried dowloading but it's stuck at the starting.. and doesn't moved for an entire day.. Such a shame.. cuz Mega was working fine up till recently..
The site is up, but the loading is very poor
yes... now 4.40 PM (UTC +7).. I Can't open the site... The loading is slowly...
Very frustrating. I have timely updates to post and can't get visuals of picture uploads from another country, and can't even download them. I think I'm quitting Mega. Sorry guys, this just doesn't cut it.
I still can get it, it will NOT load
mega.co.nz not connec...??
Won't work for me, the home page doesn't even come up
Mega is not working, does not load the page
Can't login either.
I cant login. Worried. I shouldve backed up my backup!
can't open mega.co.nz X_X
It's a temporary maintenance downtime... things should go back to normal.
Down right now, maybe its just up for this website?
MEGA is down right now :/
Down right now
cant log in, just problems
it loads but cant download any file
Well the web page wont load.
Cannot acces anything. Is down all the time
Hoy 03 July, no i can access to my files
I was afraid it would happen some day. I can't access my account and I've got a lot of stuff to upload.
Edit: Guys, just try to use Google Chrome. The website was down in my computer probably because I was using Opera (for some reason Mega hates it), but's ok now.
I ve got problems to connect to mega quite often #Slovakia
me too luis alberto...
I can't access since yesterday, which can be reason? :(
may 6 2013, mega wend down... unable to host files to my clients :(
March 16th 2013. Upload speed down to 17Kb/s, gaveup...
March 14th. Uploads flakey, mostly failing...
Its been two days and Mega is still not working properly. I wonder if they are being DDOS'd by more then just potential users.
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Did the Russian Grand Duchess Anastasia survive the slaughter of her family, and did Amelia Earhart perhaps survive her famous flight across the Pacific? Where did the evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson go when she vanished in May of 1926, and where did the mystery writer Agatha Christie disappear to later that same year? Was Napoleon in fact murdered, and might the same fate have befallen Dag Hammarskjold? Where's all the loot from the Great Train Robbery, not to mention all the spoils that were stashed away by the notorious gangster Dutch Schultz? Did two other mountain climbers reach the summit of Mount Everest before Sir Edmund Hillary, and did a French airplane cross the Atlantic just before Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis? Who was Jack the Ripper, and who was the Axman of New Orleans? All of these questions will be asked anew (and some of them will finally be answered) in the pages of this intoxicating new LIFE book. Here are no fewer than 50 cases from the files, each more baffling than the last. The famous folks are here--from Edgar Allan Poe to Jim Morrison to JonBenet Ramsey--as are equally compelling stories involving people who you have yet to meet. LIFE's editors have unearthed more than a few obscurities for your entertainment. Entertainment? Indeed. As these editors point out in their introductions: "There is something in human nature that draws up to the mysterious. We seek conclusions--but not really. We want answers but are entertained when they prove elusive. A mystery fascinates us, intrigues us, beguiles us. In its uncertainty, it has a softness and a sense of wonder that a solved, buttoned-down case lacks. An unsolved mystery can be romantic." Enter, then, into the romance of The Greatest Unsolved Mysteries of All Time. Puzzle out the possible solutions to these narratives and delight in the extraordinary photographs. Riveting stories and great photography: just what you would expect from LIFE, and the only aspect of this book that is not at all mysterious.
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Emily's Dangley BIts
Has moved "around the corner"
Our new address is "31 Market Street Stourbridge"
Just 2 minutes walk from our old address.
Our telephone number is still 01384 370371.
Emilys is a family run business who have been piercing for almost two decades and are Local Authority Registered to carry out the business of Body Piercing.
In that time we have been featured in the London Times and performed a live Belly Button Piercing on Beacon Radio. Our shop is located in Stourbridge and have two full time Professional female Piercers, who have been with us from the start.
We pride ourselves over the fact of the last couple of decades our reputation has become second to none. We offer free consultation on all body piercings, to give you peace of mind and to make sure your happy with the piercing you require.
Over the years in our Stourbridge shop we have pierced people as young as 12 months old to people as old as 87 years old, we have pierced everything from children''s ears to the more extreme and exotic piercings in our Private Studio.
We provide a free aftercare service on all body piercings that have been performed by our Professional body piercing staff.
Our service also provides free aftercare sheets on how to look after you're new piercing and the do's and don'ts.
Also included is free Monthly check-ups on all your body piercings for peace of mind and to check the piercing is being cared for in the right manner.
Unlike a lot of other sites who just stock and sell Body Jewellery, our professional body piercers know exactly what the customers need's are.Our aim is simple to provide you with a quick and hassle free Service, we are always here to help in any way possible just drop us an email if you have any questions or just phone.


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" Brand: Tomy "
This track is based on the one found in the misty island rescue DVD which was released in 2010. As always the toys are released around October each year just in time for Christmas. This of course was found on my son's Christmas list so I purchased it while it was on a half price offer. It is still widely available, and by typing the name it to Google you will find a number of large retailers still stocking it.
**Setting up**
In this set you receive a number of things, a large amount of track pieces, a motorised Thomas engine with trailer, a log, tree tunnels and tree supports for the winding track. This set is huge; you do need a large space to be able to completely build it up. The track is a darker colour than the other sets in this range; however it still fits with all the track master sets it is just the colour that differs. It all clicks together perfectly when you are building the set up, and it is stable without falling apart. Setting the track up can prove to be a little difficult at times. The first time I opened this and looked at the instructions I was overwhelmed. There seemed to be so much to put together, the log house needs building, then the zip line needs setting up. All of the track pieces have numbers on so you know what order they need to be put together in. This is the only track master set I have found that you cannot just pick up any piece, and put it together however you like. For the switches, and circuit to work correctly you need to follow the instructions exactly. In all it took me around twenty minutes the first time we set it up, but now we are used to it we find it takes about 10 minutes so not as bad as we first thought. My son now knows how to set this up independently, and as he knows the layout perfectly he builds it a lot faster than I do. Everything you need for the set is included, including a Thomas track master engine already supplied with the battery.
**The zip line**
The zip line is probably my children's favourite part of this set. As any motorised reaches the downhill ramp leading to the zip slide, the force of the engine moving on to the zip line pushes it down the line. This is a little annoying to fit when setting the track up, and it is usually the only piece my son needs help with. It fits any track master engine on it so other engines can be used with it. When it reaches the other side it automatically moves on to the next piece of track and carries on with the journey. It does need to be pushed back into place for the next slide, and my children enjoying doing this.
**The log house**
When you stop Thomas outside of the logging mill a conveyor belt powered by the friction from the engine lifts the log up. Then there is cutter to separate the log's magnets breaking it into two pieces. With another push of the button it slides the logs back down in to the awaiting Thomas truck. What I like about this set is rather than needing many batteries, this has been designed so the friction from the track master engine does the work. Both at the logging mill and the zip slide the engine does all the hard work, so all you need is the Thomas you are provided with.
**In play**
As there are two possible changes in directions little one needs to do, by switching this points either way this sends Thomas along the track towards the mill, and by setting it the opposite way Thomas will visit the zip line. Also once Thomas has used the zip line little one needs to move it back for the next visit. The Thomas engine always needs to be stopped outside the mill, to operate the conveyor belt, so there really is a lot for children to do. I think that is why my children like it so much, on other track master sets the train simply moves around and around while they watch. However, with this set children need to interact a lot more, making it more entertaining and involving. My children love this whole set completely, it has so much more to do than other sets we own, so I find it keeps them occupied a lot longer. All the switches and leavers are very easy to operate so my children are fully able to play independently. They do get stuck sometimes but it only takes two seconds to fix for them.
With this set we do find that Thomas sometimes falls of the track, mostly when it is after he is flung back on to the track from the zip slide. Other times it just randomly falls off while moving around the circuit, which is a problem we have had with this set alone. It does not spoil the fun, if anything it actually makes it more exciting as my children like to see where Thomas falls off because he is working too quickly.
Also the tree tunnels provided with the set are great fun; although they are not interactive they do provide a great setting for little ones to play. My children love re-enacting the scenes from the movie, and this set is perfect for doing so. The track really is huge it fills up the whole of my front room space. It winds, twists and is set over two levels so it really is impressive. We like this as it is perfect for children to all use together. We found that the other track master engines worked well on this track, and with troublesome trucks they were about to have a turn at carrying the logs. Although this means they have to manually place the logs on the belt rather than tip them out it is still good fun.
My children really love this set, and they have spent many hours playing with it. The fact there is so much to do is fantastic. There is even little drop off points around the track for the logs so they can make deliveries. The simple design of the log is great, by pulling them apart it creates the effect of the log being cut in half. They can recreate scenes from the movie or make up new stories, and as it is compatible with all track master accessories it can also be built up. I would suggest keeping this separate from other tracks, as although this is a different colour so easily recognised it just makes it more convenient than searching through. It is recommended for three years plus which I believe is correct as there are so many parts that need adjusting for it to work correctly. Also it needs adult supervision, although there is nothing that could hurt the child as it is rather fiddly your child may need some help to get it all working at times.
We found this track to be a little more flimsy than the usual track, and for the money you pay I hoped for a little more. It is more the layout of the set that is the problem as the track pieces are solid, however as there is a higher level track it can begin to come apart or even fall away from its support. Thomas also needs to be positioned directly in the middle of the tract perfectly for him to make it around without falling off. This train set is very expensive retailing at around £60 which I think is way too much to spend on a toy. I managed to pick it up for £30 which is more reasonable, and I did think it was just about worth that price. There is so much to do on this set compared to similar items so I could understand why they were asking a high price. It takes a while to set up so we tend to try and build it where it can be undisturbed for large amounts of time.
I would recommend this set, just not at its retail price as I think this is way too high. I was happy with the amount I paid, and we find it is still a popular choice in our house now even though we purchased it over two years ago. My children have had a lot of use out of theirs and it still proves to be a firm favourite. If you have a Thomas mad child this is a great train track for their collection.


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I don't understand why you post this in the RP board ... I mean, why. I don't understand ...!
Because Peace Keeper is a roleplay now...they deserve to be on the RP board.....Are you really going to deny Peace's right to be a roleplay?
I still don't understand why you thought of making peace a rp
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Sydney, August 29 (ANI): A recent research has determined that an ancient, indecipherable text from the Indus Valley civilization is being decoded with the help of a computer program.
According to a report by ABC News, though it has yet to decrypt this mysterious language, the program may help to decipher other ancient texts whose meanings have been long since forgotten.
"The computer program operates on sequences of symbols, so it can be used to learn a statistical model of any set of unknown or known texts," said Rajesh Rao, University of Washington professor of computer science and co-author of the research paper.
"In fact, such statistical models have been used to analyze a wide variety of sequences ranging from DNA and speech to economic data," he added.
Roughly 5,000 seals, tablets and amulets, filled with about 500 different symbols, were created somewhere between 2600 and 1900 B.C. by a people living in the Indus River Valley.
Despite numerous attempts to decipher the symbols, a full translation has long eluded scientists.
In fact, one recent paper even cast doubt on whether the Indus Valley script was even a written text at all, but rather political or religious symbols.
To start the search for what meaning the text might hold, American and Indian scientists input the symbols into a computer program and ran a statistical analysis of the symbols and where they appear in the texts.
With that information, the program can do many things including creating new, hypothetical Indus Valley texts, fill in missing symbols in existing texts, and tell the scientist if a particular text has been generated by their computer model.
"We used the latter to show that the Indus texts that have been discovered in West Asia are statistically very different from the texts found in the Indus Valley, suggesting that the Indus people used their script to represent different content or language when living in a foreign land," said Rao.
For now, however, the Indus Valley script, along with many other ancient texts, remains indecipherable, but scientists are hopeful that computers will eventually decode the symbols on them.
"I am however optimistic that given a few more years, we may be able to at least narrow down the language family of the script by using computer analysis to gain an in-depth understanding of the underlying grammar," said Rao. (ANI)


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A Tour of Benjamin Franklin Parkway
How to experience America's most artistic mile
Benjamin Franklin Parkway is Philadelphia's Champs Elysees — or its Pennsylvania Avenue.
While there is no Arc de Triomphe or White House, but there are such fine buildings as the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Rodin Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the Franklin Institute, the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, and City Hall. Fountains, small parks, statues and monuments all lend a formality that gives the Parkway its own special aura.
This is our guide — complete with map — to exploring the many museums and cultural institutions that line the mile-long stretch.
And if you want to take a 3-D flyover of the parkway, check out our even more immersive map experience here.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Third-largest art museum in the country and a must-see attraction
Like Philadelphia's own Parthenon, the Philadelphia Museum of Art sits majestically on a rise at the end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The vast collections of this temple of art make it the third-largest art museum in the country, and an absolute must-see on the city's cultural circuit.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
The Rocky Statue and the Rocky Steps
Two of the most famous tourist attractions in Philadelphia
The Rocky Statue and the "Rocky Steps" — better known as the Art Museum Steps — are two of the most popular attractions in Philadelphia. Visiting the statue, running up the steps and taking a picture at the top is pretty much a must on your first visit to Philadelphia. It's a rite of passage.
(To the right of the base of the Art Museum Steps)
Philadelphia, PA 19019
Azalea Garden
A scenic spot for beautiful blooms
One of Philadelphia's most recognized gardens, the Azalea Garden at the Philadelphia Museum of Art features just over four-acres of fantastic horticulture.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Rodin Museum
The largest collection of Auguste Rodin sculptures outside France
The greatest hits of the famed 19th-century sculptor are all here – bronze casts of Eternal Springtime, The Gates of Hell, The Burghers of Calais, and, of course, The Thinker. Bold, energetic and emotionally intense, these works are set in a temple-like building down the Benjamin Franklin Parkway from the Philadelphia Museum of Art, which administers the collection.
Philadelphia, PA 19101
Rodin Museum Garden
Art and nature combine for year-round beauty
In the spirit of its original 1929 design, the grounds of the Rodin Museum have undergone an extensive transformation to reflect the important blend of art and nature.
Philadelphia, PA 19101
The Barnes Foundation
One of the world's foremost collections of French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings
The Barnes Foundation on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway inspires discovery with the world's largest collections of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist and early Modern paintings and African sculpture.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Sister Cities Park
Outdoor oasis on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Located on Logan Square in front of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Sister Cities Park is a welcoming space featuring a café, boat pond, educational garden, commemorative fountain and Robert Indiana's AMOR sculpture.
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Swann Memorial Fountain
1924 by Alexander Stirling Calder
The center of Logan Square belongs to a popular fountain sculpture by Alexander Stirling Calder, son of the City Hall artist. Designed with architect Wilson Eyre, the work memorializes Dr. Wilson Cary Swann, founder of the Philadelphia Fountain Society.
Logan Square
Philadelphia, PA 19103
The Franklin Institute
One of the oldest and most beloved science museums in the country
An innovator in designing hands-on exhibits before "interactive" became a buzzword, The Franklin Institute is as clever as its namesake. Its eminently touchable attractions explore science in disciplines ranging from sports to space.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Free Library of Philadelphia
Incredible collection of rare books, special collections and media
A stunning Beaux-Arts building along the culture-heavy Benjamin Franklin Parkway serves as the hub for the Free Library of Philadelphia, which includes 50 branches around the city.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Free Library of Philadelphia Rare Book Department
Highlights of book history preserved for posterity
The Rare Book Department is a worthwhile adventure. It resides on the third floor of the grand Beaux Arts building that house the Free Library of Philadelphia. Ask at the information desk in the lobby for the elevator. When you arrive ring the entrance bell beside the glass door and brace yourself for a pleasant plunge into 4,000 years of history.
When architects Horace Trumbauer's and Julian Francis Abele's building on Logan Circle opened in 1927, rare books were collected elsewhere in town. The Central Branch of the public library soon became a popular repository for everything from Sumerian cuneiform tablets to the works of Beatrix Potter. When the entire library of William McIntire Elkins, including the room that housed it, was given to the library in 1949, the Rare Book collection grew into a full-fledged department.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Aviator Park
Welcoming green space in front of The Franklin Institute
Aviator Park, located on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway adjacent to The Franklin Institute and Moore College of Art + Design, serves as an open, green, family-friendly oasis.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
One of the world's foremost natural history museums
The discoveries that rocked the world then and now share four floors of exhibit space in this family-friendly museum that showcases the Academy's remarkable collections. Learn about scientific discoveries, fossils and come face-to-face with a fully constructed Tyrannosaurus rex at Dinosaur Hall.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Feminism | Posted by Christina on 09/9/2010
My Feminist Rant
First off, I want to clearly state that I'm well informed about feminism and I associate myself with feminism, despite the fact that many things within the feminist movement bother me. For example, the idea that being "slutty like men" is liberating. It's not. Self respect is for both genders. Liberation is being able to choose whoever you want to sleep with, without damaging yourself or someone else. I can just hear the sound of keys on keyboards typing, "You're not a feminist. I can sleep around with as many people as I want and I shouldn't be called a slut!" I'm tired of hearing those rants about using feminism as some excuse for self-damaging yourself. (Yes, too much sex can lead to many health problems as well as psychological damage).
Anyways, that's not my point. I'm 19 years old, and I have found myself wondering, what do feminist think about women who try to steal boyfriends, use their sexuality to manipulate or hurt people, and completely self-deprecating themselves by walking around with no underwear in public where everyone can see your hoo haw? I have encountered women like this so many times that I feel my feminist heart is beginning to turn around. When I stand up for women against sexism and I encounter women who basically set our movement back, I want to shake them. To me, they are just as bad as the chauvinistic male pigs.
Women who haven't encountered feminism also extremely bother me. HELLO? Where have you been your whole life? Under a rock? Have any of you been hurt by sexism or feel the least bit sting of it? Sometimes I just want to whack some sense into these grown women who have no idea about feminism, criticize it, or just plainly self-objectify themselves.
I apologize for the rant-like style, but hopefully my point came across: Sisterhood is important, sure, but can we really afford to ignore women who are an obstacle for the feminist movement's progression?
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selects @ at 11:04 am, September 9th, 2010
feminism is about choice-and if your choice is to sleep with 'as many people as you please', as long as you are safe, and do it for your own pleasure, there is absolutely nothing wrong with it. you slut-shaming attitude is yet another thing that contributes to 'women pulling back the movement'. i'm also not that keen on your insistence of physically abusing those who don't fall into line with your views, but that's another tangent.
Steph @ at 11:40 am, September 9th, 2010
"(Yes, too much sex can lead to many health problems as well as psychological damage)."
Like what?
"Sisterhood is important, sure, but can we really afford to ignore women who are an obstacle for the feminist movement's progression?"
And do what, demonize and say that feminism is for *this* group of *nice, well-behaved women*, and not for those other ones? Like it or not, whether or not you feel that some people 'set the movement back', feminism has to be about them, too, or it fails.
Liz @ at 12:42 pm, September 9th, 2010
I think this article explains how/who is included as a "feminist" http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/05/28/AR2010052802263.html
It's called, "The Fake Feminism of Sarah Palin," by the awesome Jessica Valenti. Basically, she talks about how you can't be a feminist if you are anti-woman, which some women, unfortunately, are.
Jenna @ at 1:20 pm, September 9th, 2010
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle."
Women who steal boyfriends, use their sexuality to manipulate people, and etc are operating within their cultural sanctions that tell them their worth is based in their physicality and relationship to men. As a feminist who is working through how our society pressures people and influences people, you have a lot to offer such women, but slut-shaming is not one of them.
Additionally, your statement about too much sex leading to health problems and what not is extremely problematic. First, do you mean too much sex or too many partners? A woman engaging in "too much sex" due to societal pressure is problematic. The societal pressure that encourages her to engage in "too much sex" because that is all she feels she has to offer is problematic. The reasons behind why a person may engage in "too much sex" are what may lead to these problems for SOME people, not the act or frequency of sex itself. A person can engage in "too much sex" without the repurcussions you state. Such generalizing statements are first of all careless and secondly do not serve a larger purpose other than to associate sex with shame and social stigma.
I wholly agree with you that the concept of "women acting like men" is not truly liberating as it still values stereotypically masculine traits over feminine traits. However, your comment of self-respect is for both genders implies the sort of well-behavedness frequently forced upon women and used to shame women when they act "out of line" or adopt a more masculine style. The choice to act how one desires without the fear of social stigma based on oppressive gender norms is for both genders.
Taylor S. @ at 2:15 pm, September 9th, 2010
"Well behaved women seldom make history."
I just felt like this needed to be said.
Everyone commenting here just hit it so spot on.
Feminism is about choice. Brilliantly simple.
-Z- @ at 2:26 pm, September 9th, 2010
Your post is so painful to read. I don't want to detract from the legitimacy of your feelings, but seriously?
Feminism is about disassembling PATRIARCHY. Therefore, anyone who supports this ideology can be a feminist! That's right! Even the "whores", the menfolk, the women who act like men, and the men that act like women, etc. etc.
I understand you are a young woman of only 19. I understand that you are struggling with your position in this patriarchy. Perhaps you have decided not to have sex (or TOO MUCH SEX), which luckily for you, the feminist movement has won for you with blood sweat and tears. Your sexuality (whether you were having the sexo or not) wasn't your own to control years ago. Personally, I hope to have TOO MUCH SEX every day of my life, because I'm safe and it is fanFUCKINGtastic. I hope you jump on board, but if not, whatevs.
But mostly what your post seems like, is that you are a woman scorned. Like your manfriend chose someone other than you. My recommendation in the future is to pin this kind of fault on the manfriend, and not the woman who chose to fuck him. She doesn't owe you anything, not even sisterhood darling. Your man did, by claiming fidelity to you.
I hope your "feminist heart" hasn't been born to judge women who decide they like to fuck, or not wear underwear (seriously, why do you care?).
I would suggest you do more research on feminism yourself. Your post sounded like pure Patriarchy to me, my dear.
Best of luck to you. And I hope other women put your feet to the fire for this nonsense.
Laura @ at 3:16 pm, September 9th, 2010
Feminism is all about letting women (and everybody else for that matter) be who they want to be so long as they are not hurting themselves or someone else. I believe that part of feminism means that women can have the sexual freedom that men do. Women should be able to have as much or as little sex as they choose and not be judged for it.
I don't think that women (or anybody else for that matter) manipulating others through sex, etc. is supported by feminism because it hurts others.
However, I do think that a big part of feminism is being able to wear what you want and display your body the way you want without others judging you for it.
Those are just my thoughts on feminism.
Sara Katherine Staheli Hanks @ at 4:30 pm, September 9th, 2010
The dilemma between sisterhood and feminism is a constant one, and oft times, the two are seen as synonymous. Sadly, "supporting women no matter what" is not necessarily feminist; supporting women when they do things that hurt other women is NOT feminist. I've watched enough cable news shows to know that female activists who publicly disagree with other women are immediately called hypocrites, because, after all, they claim to be feminists, but look at them not supporting this other woman! FOR SHAME, THE HYPOCRISY, AAAAHHH! *gag*
So I think I get your point: that it is very frustrating when people use the word FEMINISM as an excuse for something that you, or I, or anyone, see as detrimental to the movement.
That said, expecting women to be heroines for the cause is sexist, and holding women to a different standard than men (be that a sexual standard or something else) is sexist, and wanting to "shake" women/"whack some sense" into women who don't conform to your idea of what women should be is DEFINITELY sexist. These are understandable urges, because it's a cause you care DEEPLY about, and it always hurts to see such things mocked or trivialized by those you'd like to call your allies.
I've found that personal feminism is a journey, and that the manifestation of that feminism is constantly evolving for me. When I was 19, my feminism looked a lot like yours. Now that I'm 23, my feminism looks a little different. And it will continue to change, wonderfully enough.
allie @ at 4:38 pm, September 9th, 2010
i must say i dont believe in sex shaming, nor is there a problem in having sex before marriage, or having multiple partners as long as your doing it for yourself and orgasim not for a mans attention. i do have a problem with calling prostitution or taking your cloths off for money empowering, whats empowering about it, your giving up YOUR sexuality in order for money. not only that but most women get plastic surgery to fit what "society" would think is beautiful. its all about the man not about what gets you off. thats not empowering, thats relying on a man for money which i feel is wrong. i dont hate these women, nor shall i call them sluts, but i do feel bad for them, i want to help them find themselves. some you all will probably not agree with me on this but thats how i feel. we're all sisters and we must all support and help each other make good choices not shame them or call them stupid.
allie @ at 4:40 pm, September 9th, 2010
i also forgot to add that when she talks about physically hurting you, she probably means HPV, which you can get even with a condom on and your partner showing now signs. also herpies as well is that way. just saying.
Zoe @ at 5:25 pm, September 9th, 2010
I know this post had "rant" right in the title, but I didn't like this. I immediately felt put on the defensive.
You may feel that gratuitous amounts of sex isn't liberating, which is a perfectly justified opinion and I don't judge you for it, but don't assume that everyone that does otherwise is self-damaging themselves. Some people can have sex for fun and some can't do it without an emotional attachment. Both ways are acceptable.
Also, plenty of women haven't had the opportunity to learn about feminism. It isn't always taught in high schools (it wasn't in mine, which was a small public school) and in college, you must take a particular class to learn about it (which I did). Just because women haven't had the opportunity to learn about feminism doesn't mean that they don't actually support feminist ideas.
And I don't really like the idea of ignoring some women just because we don't like what they do. Even if they are actively working against feminism.
I realize most of these comments have been countering your post. Sorry to be adding another one (personally, I can't handle so much criticism). Just relax
Katherine C. @ at 7:48 pm, September 9th, 2010
Feminism is about the right to choose your behavior.
I found this post offensive and slut-shaming.
Please, please, please, for the sake of feminism, try to be a little more open-minded in the future.
SarahC @ at 8:54 pm, September 9th, 2010
"I'm tired of hearing those rants about using feminism as some excuse for self-damaging yourself. (Yes, too much sex can lead to many health problems as well as psychological damage)."
Okay. Within reason, sex, done properly, will not lead to health problems. Yes, STDs do exist, but they are largely preventable. As to psychological damage, any studies are so loaded with bias based on the researchers' own beliefs that I would firmly doubt them.
However, feminism is about choice. You don't have like other women's choices, or want to make them yourself, but you have to respect them. I made out with a complete stranger last weekend, and I learned that making out with strangers, or at least that stranger, was not something I enjoyed. But other women (and men) might. And I wish them joy of it.
"what do feminist think about women who try to steal boyfriends,"
Seriously, who hasn't thought about doing that once or twice?
"use their sexuality to manipulate or hurt people,"
Asshole con artists.
"and completely self-deprecating themselves by walking around with no underwear in public where everyone can see your hoo haw?"
What are we, in third grade? It's a vagina. V-A-G-I-N-A. Seeing vaginas that I don't want or expect to see is upsetting. I wish these women would have a little more respect for the rest of us. But that's an issue with me, not with them. They have every right, though I do wish they wouldn't.
SarahC @ at 9:19 pm, September 9th, 2010
Believe it or not, feminism is not some giant con to absolve women of responsibility and chain men to their needs.
In fact, to a point, I agree with you. Men should not be arbitrarily cut out of their children's lives. However, your attack of feminism is ridiculous. Plenty of feminists are not married and have no intention of being so. Plenty more feminists have happy marriages. Feminists divorce like everyone else, sure, but feminism is in no way about eliminating men from the family unit or of men remaining providers for women.
It's worth noting here that feminism pushes for women to have a role in the workplace. Far from being about exploiting men, the push is for women to take more responsibility and bring home their own paychecks.
Maren H @ at 12:12 am, September 10th, 2010
In the infinite wisdom of Voltaire "I don't agree with what you're saying, but I'll fight to the death your right to say it"
One of my favourite things about the f-bomb is that it's written by anyone who submits, it comes from such a wide array of perspectives.
Christina: I appreciate you reaching out to share your opinion with us, I hope that you don't feel personally attacked by any of the comments, rather, you use them to broaden your own perspective of what it means to be a feminist.
Especially don't feel attacked by Ryan's comment, after reading it all I could think of was I wanted to meet his ex-wife. Seriously. Scorned much?
Believe it or not, not all feminists are married to men with children. Many many feminists are single, queer, transgenederd, HAPPILY married with supportive partners, married to women (at least in my country infertile, NOT YOUR EX WIFE. The list goes on.
also, "Proper management of female sexuality" that phrase makes me cringe.
blakerivers @ at 12:36 am, September 10th, 2010
@Ryan: You appear to have long forsaken reason, so there is no point in arguing with you.
@Christina (author): You're angry. Good, that's the first step. After all, if you're not angry, you're not paying attention. By your own assertion ("I'm well informed") you've already made progress into the second step, which is to become educated. Now you need to embrace the third step, which is compassion. If you wish to have positive impact in this world, compassion will be your most important tool.
Anna @ at 1:19 am, September 10th, 2010
@ Christina:
Read some Camile Paglia, get mad, then ask yourself why and who you should really be mad at.
Anna @ at 2:58 am, September 10th, 2010
I really love this site and I'm glad that so many young women have this outlet, but I am really disappointed in how sex-negative the general feel of the main articles are. It all feels very second wave feminist/ puritanical. I have many friends who are sex workers and they are all very powerful, secure, smart, and giving women and men (one is even a social worker by day). Those who don't want you to sell your sex are just scared of not being able to get it for free. Ask yourself who it is that decided sex work was bad.
Danielle @ at 10:15 am, September 10th, 2010
I think the issue is treating the "male" way as the status quo and the right way. "Well men can sleep with whomever they want and there is no stigma" Ok- well who died and made men right. Everyone can have sex with whoever they want (wear a condom) but doing things just because men have done them is stupid. The male way of life is oppressive., not the ultimate goal.
Jane @ at 11:58 am, September 10th, 2010
Feminism isn't about sex – it isn't about choice – it is about analyzing communication/relationships taking into account the sexuality of those in the situation.
A man can have a feminist perspective on a situation.
The act of sex is irrelevant. The act of being a sexual being which influences your language and choices – that is the focus of feminism.
Atlante Avila @ at 4:26 pm, September 10th, 2010
What I don't understand is why feminist exclude women with conservative views. Isn't it about choice anyway? WHY DO FEMINIST IGNORE WOMEN WHO CHOOSE TO BE CONSERVATIVE? I don't get it…
LadiesLoveDuranDuran @ at 2:20 pm, September 11th, 2010
Have you read Female Chauvinist Pigs by Ariel Levy? It addresses a lot of the issues you're talking about. It talks about how being sexy for the sake of being sexy isn't lberation.
The Raisin Girl @ at 5:16 pm, September 12th, 2010
First of all, HOO HAW?! Really? That's the worst one I've heard since "Scrubs" coined the term "bagingo." Ahem, anyway…
I agree with several commenters. Feminism is about choice, about the idea that your sexual organs should in no way determine your destiny. Judgment on people's sex lives–male or female–has no place within feminism.
No matter how much you disagree with someone's lifestyle, you have no right whatsoever to judge that person. You don't have to like them or be friends with them, but you don't have a right to judge them, either. Because like it or not, individual women have the right to choose whether or not to make their lives about a social movement. Saying that as a woman, you should also be a feminist–which IS basically what you're saying–is just ascribing a role requirement to a person based on their biological sex, and that action is the OPPOSITE of feminist.
Sarah @ at 4:16 am, September 13th, 2010
@Atlante Avila- Feminism doesn't choose women who choose to be conservative. But the whole point is that just because you have chosen to live your life in a certain way, doesn't mean you get to impose your views on someone else's life and judge the way they live it.
Personally I wouldn't have an abortion. But I will fight to the death for any woman's right to have access to one for, and I certainly wouldn't judge somebody for having one.
I am also far from being sexually promiscuous, and certainly can't imagine having sex with someone I wasn't emotionally involved with. But that doesn't mean that I think all women need to behave the way I do, nor is the way I choose to live my life any morally better than the way they choose to live there's. There is nothing evil sex. As long as nobody is getting hurt, and you're being safe, go for it.
Natalia @ at 2:40 am, September 16th, 2010
Yes feminism does say that women should have the right to make their own decisions even if it is sleeping around. I don't have a problem with this, but I often wonder why they do it. Are they actually enjoying sex from every partner? Or are they looking for sexual liberation they way men do? Men and women experience sexual pleasure quite differently. A man can get pleasure from pretty much any sexual encounter with any woman. Women are not like that. We have to know our bodies, and I doubt that a woman is giving a speech on what makes her orgasm to every guy she sleeps with almost every week. Also, are women doing this for their own pleasure or just to make themselves more appealing? These are questions feminists should ask themselves. Yes we believe in women making their own choices, but as feminists, we have to look into the motives behind those choices. It's only logical and it is not "anti-feminist".
Ryan @ at 7:06 pm, September 26th, 2010
As a man I've learned that abortion is not about a womans body but choice over the body of the child.
As such I've learned to understand feminist lies. The truth is that sex and conception are not something a
man does to a woman. A man does not "get a woman pregnant" it is something done together. It is a mutual act requiring mutual responsibility and mutual choice.
I found that abortion is not about a woman's body or health but about the body of the child for which she wrongly claims ownership of. A man has just as much of a right to abort responsibility for his half of the mutual act of conception as a woman does. Each sex has the right to abort.
This happened to me once. We had an unintended pregnancy together. I chose to abort and agreed with her that she had the same right. She chose to abort but I have known women who chose not to and have the child without a father.
Again its not about a womans body but the body of the child for which the man has just as much ownership and choice as she does.
David @ at 11:40 am, December 11th, 2010
Feminism is about telling our daughters that they can go and do anything they want without controls or restraints from outsiders. It tells them that they are just as strong, just as tough and just as powerful as men. It tells them they are smarter, wiser and more intuitive than their male counterpart. It tells them that they will ultimately prevail in any effort they get behind, even though the playing field is tilted in men's favor. It consistently tells them they are better, smarter, stronger and resourceful. Then feminism expects them to do well while these expectations are choking the life out of them.
God help our young girls. At the same time they are being told a father's love may be suspect, they are being lead up a mountain to a cliff edge and then told they can fly.


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Five months
It was a month of many firsts; first plane ride, first holiday, first time to the beach, first dip in the pool and the most exciting of all....his first taste of solids! So far he's had baby rice cereal, carrots, apples, pears, banana and papaya. Oh, my little boy LOVES his food!
his newborn photos. I know it won't be long before he starts sitting up all by himself (he's already doing tripod sits) and while I'm so excited and happy, I'm also slightly sad that my baby is growing up all too quickly...
35 Responses to Five months
- Loz said...
oh, he's grown up so much! even now I get excited about my now almost 8-year-old daughter growing. Maturing, becoming a big girl. They'll always amaze you.
My first 3 were all very bald, the eldest until she was 2 and a half!! but then the youngest, she had what her big sister finally grew at 2 - she had it at 6 months lol
he's adorable Trishie, you are obviously an incredible mother xx
- February 18, 2014 at 7:48 AM
- Juju at Tales of Whimsy.com said...
He is SO beautiful!
And he's looking more and more like his mama.
SO handsome.
So sweet.
I love these pics.
- February 18, 2014 at 8:12 AM
- Anouka said...
He is such a cute and beautiful baby! So sweet!
- February 18, 2014 at 8:42 AM
- Gaby said...
he's huge, wow!
- February 18, 2014 at 9:15 AM
- Allison said...
what a gorgeous little fellow. these pics are making me clucky!!! Al x
- February 18, 2014 at 9:31 AM
- Rose said...
Your boy is same age as my Jamie. Jamie also cut bald recently.
Alexander is so cute. He is very photogenic especially the last photo.
Babies do grow so fast. Just a blink of eyes. Soon they know how to move backward and crawls. Lol
- February 18, 2014 at 10:36 AM
- Briseidy said...
what a cutie! last pic is just great ;)
- February 18, 2014 at 11:31 AM
- My Garden Diaries said...
I have no words!!! Oh my! He is just the cutest little guy with your eyes for sure!!!! I just want to squeeze those cheeks!!! Have a lovely week friend! Nicole xoxo
- February 18, 2014 at 2:30 PM
- Lauren said...
He's growing up so fast! Thanks for sharing; he's adorable!
- February 18, 2014 at 3:25 PM
- Genevive said...
what an adorable baby... more photos of him pls
- February 18, 2014 at 4:32 PM
- rooth said...
You know the cutest thing is how much he looks like his mama
- February 18, 2014 at 6:35 PM
- burntfeather said...
woah he has grown so much!! Still an amazing cutie, perhaps even more cuter now :) :)
- February 18, 2014 at 7:41 PM
- Ananka said...
Oh wow he really is getting bigger. That's a quick five months!
He's so cute and always looks happy in the pictures :-)
- February 18, 2014 at 7:45 PM
- Claire said...
Looks like he's enjoying his food Trishie! What a sweetheart - sounds like you're enjoying motherhood!
- February 18, 2014 at 7:47 PM
- Ann said...
Oh he looks so cute and adorable.
I think he will grow up to be a happy foodie.
- February 18, 2014 at 8:40 PM
- Czarina Mae said...
oh my gosh he's such a cutie! And I can see him looking a lot more like you too! Sooo adorable <3
- February 18, 2014 at 10:54 PM
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- February 18, 2014 at 11:36 PM
- Jane said...
awww! yay to all those little benchmarks and firsts!
- February 19, 2014 at 2:59 AM
- Our Neck of the Woods said...
That last shot is my favorite of them all - so cute! He really is growing up. I bet it is so amazing to see him pass all these milestones!
- February 19, 2014 at 5:08 AM
- Joyce Olson said...
He is darling and beautiful just like you!
- February 19, 2014 at 9:19 AM
- Tina Bradley said...
Lovely pics of an adorable little man! How fast they grow up! T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com
- February 19, 2014 at 9:40 AM
- Anne Hill said...
SUCH a cutie! Love that smile
- February 19, 2014 at 9:45 AM
- Linda said...
Well....Trishie....that made me chuckle!
He is simply adorable ♥
Linda :o)
- February 19, 2014 at 12:33 PM
- Lady Lilith said...
Oh my he is adorable. It is amazing how fast little babies grow up.
- February 19, 2014 at 2:07 PM
- Carmen ShuGar said...
Well, isn't he jus the cutest kid on the block! How exciting for firsts. Your little man is adorbs!
- February 19, 2014 at 5:52 PM
- akiko hiramatsu said...
He is very very cute!I am very healed from him. I think so too children grow up fast .It is so grad but bit complicated...
- February 19, 2014 at 7:05 PM
- Mili said...
Awww, what a cutie! Specially in that last photo. Seems like it was a fun month of firsts :)
- February 19, 2014 at 8:09 PM
- Sam said...
Wow, cant believe he is 5 months already! Those cheeks are too precious, and well done oon the sleep training. He is so sweet!
- February 19, 2014 at 8:56 PM
- Amy @ Elephant Eats said...
OH my gosh he's getting so big!!! Great news that you have him sleep-trained...i've heard horror stories about that. Loving his chubby cheeks and adorable smile :) What a cute little boy!
- February 20, 2014 at 7:11 AM
- Erika Lee @ A Tiny Rocket said...
Look at those adorable chubby cheeks! I think my favorite photo is the one with all his furry friends :)
- February 21, 2014 at 8:13 AM
- Stacy @ Sweethearts + Sweet Tarts said...
Aww, he is just beautiful, Trishie! I am not sure that missing the stages of babyhood ever goes away. It is such a magical time in life!
- February 21, 2014 at 4:30 PM
- Kate from Clear the Way said...
He's so beautiful! What a handsome guy! I love these photos. I bet you're super excited about him self-soothing and sleeping through the night!
- February 24, 2014 at 6:08 AM
- Kate from Clear the Way said...
He's so beautiful! What a handsome guy! I love these photos. I bet you're super excited about him self-soothing and sleeping through the night!
- February 24, 2014 at 6:08 AM
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- February 25, 2014 at 12:41 AM
- Kim Houssenloge said...
He's just gorgeous:)They do grow up way too quickly, Trishie. Treasure every sticky hand and every little gurgle. xx
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LAKE LYNN, Pa. -- An 85-year-old great-grandmother from Lake Lynn, Fayette County kept an alleged burglar at bay using a .22-caliber pistol.
According to police, a 17-year-old suspect was attempting to burglarize Leda Smith overnight.
That's when Smith grabbed her gun and told the teen that she would shoot him if he moved, police said.
"I had the gun on him before he turned around and said, 'you've had it,' " Smith told Channel 11-News.
According to police, Smith ordered the boy to dial 911 and then gave him some advice.
"Dial 911 and don't attempt to throw the phone at me, or do anything bad or i'll just shoot you," Smith said.
When police arrived, they took the teen into custody.
Charges have been filed against the boy and an alleged accomplice.
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wikiHow to Buy a Hedgehog
Buying a hedgehog for a pet can be daunting if you don't know what to look for. Here are some very simple steps to help you choose wisely.
1Make sure it is legal. Some jurisdictions may not allow pet ownership of a hedgehog or may have restrictions for specific reasons. Find this out first before setting your heart on a hedgehog.
2Be hedgehog savvy. Read up on your future companion before looking for one. This will help you to identify the type of hedgehog you are looking for, as well as helping you with the questions that you need to ask (see next step). In addition, it will confirm in your mind if a hedgehog is the right pet for you.
3Never, never, NEVER buy a hedgehog from a pet store, or from web site sellers that are not professional breeders! Do not buy from backyard breeders! Their animals frequently suffer from poor temperament, questionable genetics and often die young. Don't support animal dealing or backyard breeding for profit!
4Purchase a baby from a reputable breeder! A baby with you from the youngest age possible is very likely to bond strongly to you and accept you much more readily. Be sure to research the breeder thoroughly, look for and ask about these things;
- Do they have quality parents? Be sure that they have pedigreed animals that are clear of WHS (wobbly hedgehog syndrome) and cancer. Ask to see the animals' pedigrees, and if you feel like being extra careful, confirm with those other breeders that the pedigree goes to that animal. Do not purchase a hedgehog from a backyard breeder who breeds mixed-breed animals! You're far better with a pedigree.
- Do they use good breeding ethics? Ask them if they practice inbreeding, how often females are bred, and how soon the babies go home. Babies are weaned at 6 weeks but should not leave the breeder until at least 7 weeks of age.
- Be sure they properly socialize their hoglets. Ask them how early they start socialization, how often they socialize, and for how long. Ask them what handling methods they use and what the babies will be exposed to.
- Are they licensed? Breeders are allowed to breed and sell hedgehogs without a USDA License if the Breeder has 3 or fewer breeding females. More than 3 females requires a license.
- Are they a part of the hedgehog breeding community? Ask them if the participate in any forums, or are a part of any groups like the Hedgehog Breeders Alliance, Hedgehog Welfare Society, or the International Hedgehog Association.
- Do you take good care of your hedgehogs? Ask them what they feed their hogs, what kind of cage they use, what stimulation they provide, how often they're cleaned, and how often they are bred. Females should never be bred more than 3 times a year.
- Can I return the hedgehog if things don't work out? Be clear on this from the outset.
- Are there any health guarantees and replacements offered for genetic illnesses? A good breeder will offer a lifetime replacement guarantee for WHS and at least a 6 month genetic guarantee.
- Look for a transparent facility that lists all of their breeding animals and practices on their website. Anything else has the right to be viewed as suspicious.
5It's not recommended for first time owners, but you can make the decision to purchase an older hedgehog from a private owner. These hedgehogs take much longer to warm up to you, and typically come with behavioral problems due to poor or lacking socialization. The seller should know the age, background and condition of the hedgehog - ask questions along these lines:
- How old is the hedgehog?
- Where did the hedgehog come from? (Ask for any "pedigree" papers if relevant).
- What have you been feeding the hedgehog? This will help you to determine the condition of the hedgehog and whether changes are needed or if the diet has been a good one.
- How often has the hedgehog been handled? You want a hedgehog that has been handled every day or every other day. Anything less is a warning sign of a ill-tempered or poorly socialized hedgehog!
- When was the last time the hedgehog was vet checked?
- Are there any previous or known health/behavior problems?
- Is the hedgehog amiable to petting/what is its temperament?
- What's the last time the animal was bathed/toenails trimmed?
- What sort of cage, bedding, and toys is the hedgehog used to?
6Consider the following things for yourself when you pick up a potential pet; look closely at the hedgehog you're considering and ask yourself:
- Does the hedgehog have clean, bright eyes? Do not consider a hedgehog with runny eyes or conjunctivitis. Same for eyes that are half-closed, sunken or droopy; this is unlikely to indicate a healthy hedgehog.
- Does the hedgehog have a clean nose? Again, don't choose a hedgehog with a runny nose. Listen to the breathing; if you hear any rasping noises, be wary of the possibility of a respiratory infection.
- Are the ears clean? Any discharge or scabs should be queried. Nibbled patches are usually caused by close proximity to siblings and as long as these are properly healed, they can be dismissed as being a problem.
- Is the underbelly soft and clear of tangles?
- Set it down and watch it walk. Use common sense in assessing the gait; if it walks normally, all is probably fine. If it wobbles, limps or winces, the hedgehog is not likely to be in healthy condition.
- Is the hedgehog responsive? Your chosen hedgehog should be alert and interested. A lethargic hedgehog is a sign that all is not well.
- Check the quills (spines). These are a very good indicator of health. If there are any bare spots missing quills or unusual discoloration, the hedgehog may not be in good health.
- Check the weight of the hedgehog. You could ask for the weight but you should also try to assess the overall look of the hedgehog for yourself. You don't want an emaciated hedgehog (caved-in stomach); it should look well-rounded and plump. On the other side, you don't want an overweight hedgehog who cannot roll into a ball.
- Ask about any injuries or scabs. If you see injuries or scabs, ask the seller how these occurred. Consider carefully whether this will affect your ability to keep the hedgehog. It is one thing to have healed quill wounds from close confinement; it is another to have a blind hedgehog unless you are truly dedicated.
- Check for mites! If the skin is crusty around the base of the quills, the skin may be infested with mites or fleas. Alternatively, it could be a sign of dry skin. Either way, ask the seller what is being done to treat this problem and be prepared to keep up the treatment if you choose this hedgehog, until the problem is resolved.
7Test the temperament of your chosen hedgehog:
- Does the hedgehog unroll when you pick it up? Just as with people, hedgehogs are personalities in their own right. A shy hedgehog will take longer to unroll than a more outgoing one.
- There is nothing wrong with a shy pet; it is only your expectations that can mar a relationship with such a pet. If you want a more outgoing hedgehog, pick one that unrolls more readily and doesn't mind you handling it so much. It is likely that a hedgehog that has been handled a lot will be more responsive. Ask the seller about its habits if you can't see them for yourself.
- Does the hedgehog click or pop at you? A normal hedgehog noise is hissing. If the hedgehog makes clicking sounds, it is behaving threateningly and will be unlikely to make a suitable pet.
- In general, the personality is not gender-specific, so you can choose a male or a female according to your wants. It is the personality and behavior that you should be looking at closely.
8Be 100% certain. A tame hedgehog cannot live in the wild. Its life is now with you. Re-homing the hedgehog multiple times can lead to behavioral and trust problems with the animal. Be totally sure that you want this companion for the next half a decade of your life before purchasing it.
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Do you need two hedgehogs for them to be happy?wikiHow ContributorNo, hedgehogs usually like to be alone. Two males together will fight if left alone. If you choose to get more than one hedgehog, you will need to buy another cage, igloo, litter, water bottle, etc. It's okay to have them play together, but only with supervision.
How do I cuddle a hedgehog?Shay FacklamWear a baggy shirt or a hooded jacket with a pocket across the stomach. Hedgehogs love to dig and root in these kinds of shirts. They might fall asleep though in your lap, even if it is night. So be careful.
Where can I get a hedgehog?wikiHow ContributorA breeder. Look on hedgehogcentral.com to find one in your area. Make sure the breeder breeds healthy hedgehogs with no WHS in the lineages, and most importantly, don't buy from a mill. Check their reviews on Facebook if they have a business page. Don't be afraid to ask them questions.
How can I tell if a hedgehog from a pet store is healthy?wikiHow ContributorCheck the health symptoms above listed. Ask an employee if you can interact with the animal. If it hisses or makes clicking noises, it feels threatened. Hedgehogs held in pet stores are not handled, so they may have trouble getting used to the attention. They can also be unstable and distance themselves from you once you bring them home.
Can I leave a hedgehog by itself?wikiHow ContributorYou can, if it is in a safe enough environment. Make sure it is not out in a too open area, and has easy access to food and water.
Are hedgehogs allowed in Nevada County, California?wikiHow ContributorHedgehogs are illegal all over California, so you can not purchase them in California.
Why can't I buy a hedgehog from a store?wikiHow ContributorMost pet stores will not treat their hedgehogs properly or supply the proper care. It is simply not ethical to buy a hedgehog from a pet store.
Is a cat likely to hurt a hedgehog?wikiHow ContributorIt's possible if the cat is aggressive.
Are hedgehogs legal in Austin, TX?wikiHow ContributorHedgehogs are legal in Texas. You can look at hedgehogcentral.com to find local breeders, as well as more information about hedgehogs and things you should know before adopting one from a breeder. Make sure to educate yourself first.
Can I own a hedgehog in Chicago?wikiHow ContributorYes. Hedgehogs are legal all over the state of Illinois. Just make sure you do your research, other than looking at just this, before you get one.
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- In some respects, choosing a hoglet is like choosing a kitten: the more outgoing ones will be seen crawling about, unrolling playfully and behaving in an extrovert fashion; the quiet, shy and cuddly ones are also exhibiting their traits.Choose the personality that suits your needs and wants.
- Hedgehogs live 3 - 9 years. Hedgehog age can affect bonding with you but is not as pronounced as with some animals. It is not recommended for any first time or otherwise inexperienced owner to take in hedgehogs from previous owners. They take much longer to accept the new owner, typically don't bond to you, and 9 times out of 10 come with behavioral problems due to poor socialization. Not that rescued hedgehogs can't be great pets, but it takes knowledge and dedication!
- Hedgehogs are solitary beings, preferring not to have a cage-mate. Females tolerate another female better than two males or a mix, but still will fight if you have a small enough cage. Watch out for that. However, if you wish to own more than one hedgehog, it is advisable to keep them separated.
- Ask for proof of veterinarian checks; don't take the seller's word for it. Even if you don't need to ask about vet checks, it may be useful to ask about a vet who cares for hedgehogs, for future purposes.
- Hedgehogs actually live 3-7 years. Ask how old the hedgehog is and figure out about how long it should live. Ask when it was born and if it was born healthy.
- Hedgehog spikes can be very sharp, so be careful. Do not use gloves because gloves will hide your scent and the hedgehog will not get to know you.
- Don't let them get near animals like dogs or cats because they will get unfriendly and they would start hurting each other and the other pet may try to eat it.
- NEVER release an unwanted hedgehog into the wild. You are signing its death sentence if you release it, since it is domesticated and won't know how to survive without you. Your best bet is to return it to the original breeder/store, local vets or place signs in newspapers/on posts to find a new owner if you suddenly find yourself unable to keep the hedgehog any longer.
- Be sure to check the legality of hedgehogs in your area!
- If something does go wrong with your new hedgehog, see a vet so that you have professional proof of the problem when you return to the breeder or store to complain.
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HOMER CITY — Their emotions got the best of the Homer-Center Wildcats early on, but once they stopped tripping over their own feet, Blairsville had little chance of keeping up.
The Wildcats put a mistake-filled opening half behind them and rode a huge second half to a 41-16 victory over the ailing Bobcats in a Heritage Conference football game at Memorial Field on Friday.
In addition to improving to 5-0 and keeping pace with Penns Manor and Ligonier Valley, the Wildcats got an added element of satisfaction from thrashing their closest conference rival on Homecoming.
"You've got to love rivalry Homecoming win," senior running back Mike Newhouse said. "There's nothing better in the world. It was definitely a big win."
Newhouse and Ean Lee ran for more than 100 yards each and the Wildcats piled up 371 rushing yards in another workmanlike performance by their offensive line.
Newhouse finished with 156 yards and two touchdowns, Lee had 123 yards, and Matt McAdoo added 55 yards, including a 39-yard touchdown run.
"One of our strengths is our offensive line," Homer-Center coach Greg Page said. "They're older guys that have been around for a few years. They take pride in what they do, and if we can do that, if we can get a push, and we can get some seams for our backs, then we feel good about that."
While there was a lot to feel good about for the Wildcats, there were plenty of forgettable moments. The Wildcats fumbled the ball three times in the opening half, including once at the Blairsville 1-yard line, and had an interception return for a touchdown wiped out by a penalty on a night they committed four personal-foul penalties.
Blairsville carried a 14-3 lead into halftime that could have been bigger if not for all the miscues.
"Just getting too emotional in the game," Homer-Center's Cody Miller said of the penalties. "There's a point where you can go so far, and when you go over that, that's when you start making stupid mistakes. You've just got to keep your head."
"That's the rivalry," Newhouse said. "It's there. It's always been there, and it probably always will be. Two emotional teams going at each other, sometimes people lose their cool, and we've got to do our best to cut down on that."
The Wildcats didn't exactly regain their composure after halftime, committing three of their personal-foul penalties, but they piled up 27 points in the first 14ᄑ minutes of the second half to make the matter irrelevant.
Junior quarterback Aaron Berezansky connected with Kolby Skultety for a 26-yard touchdown pass just 2ᄑ minutes into the second half to stretch the Wildcats' lead to 20-3.
Later, Berezansky scored on a 6-yard quarterback keeper with 2:49 to play in the third quarter, Newhouse had a 49-yard touchdown run early in the fourth, and Berezansky added a 17-yard touchdown run with 9:32 to play to make it 41-3 and enforce the mercy rule.
Berezansky's second touchdown came just 1:14 after Newhouse's 49-yarder, after Blairsville fumbled on the ensuing kickoff following Newhouse's touchdown. Both teams had three turnovers.
"They left us in the game with a couple turnovers or it would have been a lot worse at halftime," Blairsville coach Rick Artley said. "We just didn't get it done. We had opportunities. We missed a lot of open receivers. We have to complete that pass. We're not going to live by running the ball against teams. … We're not going to be able to live and die by just running the football. We got away with it last week."
Blairsville's Deion Robinson rushed for 182 yards in last week's win over Northern Cambria, but Homer-Center's stout defense had Robinson's number all night. The junior finished with 44 yards on 15 carries, and backup quarterback Jaylin Rydbom was 6 of 21 passing for 98 yards with two interceptions in his second start replacing injured Scott Thompson.
Blairsville finished with 227 total yards a week after mustering 218 yards against Northern Cambria.
Artley knew his team needed to have its passing game clicking to have a chance against the Wildcats, who boast one of the best rushing defenses in the conference. But the Bobcats couldn't run the ball with much efficiency; nor could they get enough production from their passing game to pose a threat to Homer-Center.
"Obviously, this week, we had to throw the ball, and we had some guys open," Artley said. "We've just got to be able to hit them. I know it's tough on Jaylin, not really having an opportunity to play much, but when there's receivers there, as a quarterback, you've got to be able to hit them. We just didn't take advantage of some of that early, and then it just started steamrolling. They're a good team, and they dominated us up front."
McAdoo opened the scoring midway through the first quarter with his 39-yard run around left end. Newhouse scored his first touchdown on a 4-yard run with 3:03 to play in the first quarter to push Homer-Center's lead to 14-0, but the Wildcats spun their wheels the rest of the half.
With Homer-Center threatening to take a 21-0 lead early in the second quarter, Berezansky fumbled the ball on a quarterback keeper at the Blairsville 1-yard line as he tried to stretch for the goal line. Newhouse had a fumble, and the Wildcats also lost the ball on a muffed punt.
"We had some very poor penalties, uncharacteristic, undisciplined," Page said. "We laid the ball on the ground twice, we fumbled a punt. We can't do those things. We really can't. It was a close ballgame at halftime. I felt like we could come out and continue to do things in the second half. But we've got to cut those mistakes out."
Freshman kicker Andrew Stipcak kicked a 25-yard field goal as time expired in the first half to get Blairsville within 14-3 at the break.
Cameron Livingston scored on a 4-yard touchdown run, and Joseph Faulk added a 9-yard scoring run in the final 5:33 of the game to make the final score more respectable for the Bobcats.
Even without Thompson, top receiver Colton McMillan and lineman Jarod Dick, the Bobcats presented the stiffest challenge yet for the Wildcats, who cruised to a 4-0 start with little trouble.
"I think it was a good yard stick," Page said. "They have some guys banged up. It happens. Fortunately, we're pretty healthy right now, and teams go through these phases. I know they had some key guys out tonight, but I'm proud of our guys."


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