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MIAMI (AP) — Cubans are still making risky sea journeys to the U.S. despite the end of a policy that allowed them to stay if they made it to American soil.
The U.S. Coast Guard says it intercepted 65 Cubans trying to reach Florida or Puerto Rico since Jan. 12. That's when former President Barack Obama ended the so-called "wet foot, dry foot" policy as part of the normalization of relations with Cuba.
The change means Cubans are no longer generally granted the right to stay upon reaching the U.S. Now they must have a visa or prove a credible fear of persecution like migrants from other countries.
The Coast Guard had no statistics Monday for the same period in 2016. The agency caught nearly 2,000 in the three months before the change.
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You must be hearing that the crude oil prices worldwide have been rising and it has led to inflation in a lot of economies. Can "Internet" and "Online Media" become a small stepping stone solution to abate the rising Crude Oil and Real Estate prices?
The continuous rise in Crude oil prices worldwide is posing inflationary effects in emerging as well as developed economies. We all understand that Crude oil is a resource which will diminish one day. So the environmentalist, the energy honchos, corporate and governments worldwide are trying to find out solutions to reduce crude oil usage and trying to develop parallel sources of energy like: Bio-Fuel, Nuclear Energy, Water, Wind etc. I am hereby explaining the affect on Real Estate industry in India and how they can recuperate from the same.
What's the Present Real Estate Industry's situation in India?
The recent bloodbath in the real estate sector has started taking a toll. Almost all large developers are now facing a severe cash crunch and finding it difficult to complete their ongoing projects. In fact, the situation is so bad that most of them have reported a 50-70% cash shortfall. Industry sources say that the liquidity crunch has forced many developers to pick up cash from the unorganized market at interest rates as high as 35% to 50% annually. The lending rate of banks is between 18% and 20%. The grade A developers which are facing crash crunch include DLF, MGF Emaar, Shobha Developers, Unitech, Omaxe, Parsvnath Developers, Hiranandani Group, Ansal API, BPTP Developers and TDI Group. As a result of the crash crunch many developers have started going slow or even stopped construction of projects which are either in their initial stages of development or which would not affect their bottom line in the near future.
Why it happened?
There are multiple factors (explained in my previous entry) which have led to this situation which can be like:
-Rising Crude Oil Prices
-Inflated Cement and Steel prices
-Recession in US
-Increasing inflation
-Over-hyped prices of properties (for higher gross margins)
-Overspending on Marketing by these developers (tradeshows, marketing collaterals, TV ads, billboards, hoardings etc).
All these reasons put together led to the increasing real estate prices and here we are with cash crunch amongst real estate developers.
What's the Solution?
Obviously, if people start buying more houses, the real estate developers get more cash. If people start using lesser oil, the consumption will go down and subside the demand and help in reduction of prices. However, with the inflation mounting the cash in hand is reducing for the common man and impacting the purchase cycles of the buyers and sellers. I can't suggest what can be "ONE" solution to this country wide problem. However, here is one solution which I can think of, and can be helpful from a perspective of a "techno-marketing" professional.
Presently in India the consumption of fuel follows a pattern like this:
· Transport (Petrol, Diesel, CNG, Aviation Fuel) : 51%
· Industry (Petrol, Diesel, Fuel Oil, Naphtha, Natural Gas): 14%
· Commercial & Others : 13%
· Domestic (LPG & Kerosene): 18%
· Agriculture (Diesel): 4%
These numbers clearly show that Automotive Industry is definitely a majority fuel consumer. So if we can help reduce a small amount of automotive fuel consumption, we are surely headed to ease the pressure.
Solution: Leverage the Online Media.
Benefits of using Online Media in solving various issues:
Lower energy requirements.
-Work from home.
-Instead of people traveling for so many meetings all across the city, you can have web conferences and reduce your travel time and cost of traveling. You are saving time, money, oil and gas. Eg: www.webex.com
-You will be more productive while you are meeting people online and you would be able to do more in lesser time.
-Set-up Web cams in your construction sites to show the present construction status.
-Give maps of everything online to help people see the location of your site and many more similar things.
-Less print promotions, lesser expenditures and more ROI
-Lesser marketing expenditures.
-You can do online exhibitions and tradefairs eg: www.unisfair.com
-Spend less on marketing by doing away with billboard, TV and other sort of ridiculous expenses.
Spend money in promoting your websites and driving people to go Online and save money. Lesser use of energy sources which will get depleted one day. More usage of technology which can drive businesses and reduce dependency on oil based energy.
Though I am proposing something which is far fetched, however, things like these take a definite time span to get implemented and early adopters reap the benefits of Brand leadership and differentiate themselves from their competitors.
Also, this is just one small solution which can go a long way in helping to reduce energy requirements and may help the inflationary pressures, public discretion can never be discounted for!


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Stop me if you've heard this one before; So, there was this beautiful pair of shoes that I'd had my eye on for some time. Like, just gorgeous. I kept going back and looking at them, thinking about all of the outfits they'd look so great with, they were haunting my dreams at night. Then, BOOM! They went on sale! It was fate. I bought them, of course. The next day, I got dressed, slipped them on, admired them in the mirror, and skipped out the door to enjoy the day with my perfect new shoes, and life was beautiful.
So, where are these perfect shoes now? Sitting in my closet, with 6 other pairs of perfect shoes that I had to have. I've worn them exactly twice… which is about par for the course. The first time, I put them on with naïve confidence and journeyed out into the world. I hobbled home on achy, blistered feet, and slipped the shoes off when I met the sweet, carpeted stairs of my apartment building – limping the four flights up and leaning heavily on the handrail.
After a month or so, they called to me again. I thought maybe… just maybe things would be better this time. And with all the stupidity of taking back an ex, I put the infernal devices on my feet, and headed out for the day, albeit with some trepidation. And rightfully so. Naturally, I had the same results as before. Back to my apartment! Where I would toss them in the closet, flop down on the bed, feeling betrayed, and never speak of them again. Clearly, I could only rely on my trusty old canvas slip ons, that I wore every day. Now I can only think of my perfect shoes with a whimper and a sigh.
Okay, maybe that's a little melodramatic, but does that sound familiar? I'm going to assume you're slowly and somberly nodding "yes" at this point. Or maybe you, fresh-faced and clever, just got a new pair of beautiful suede boots for the fall, and you're smarter than me, and want to learn to break in shoes before they break you. Well, either way, thank you for coming to class today. Shall we proceed?
How To Break In Shoes
I've been researching and testing out some ways that you, my cherished reader, can break in shoes, rather painlessly. Read through for some tricks to try out so you can start wearing all of those shoes sitting in your closet that you had not dared, until now, to slip on. Or, make sure that the few prized pairs in your capsule wardrobe are as comfy as can be! It will probably take some combination of the tips below to really do the trick, so you may need to try out more than one!
Just A Little Bit
One way to gently break in shoes is to wear them often, for short amounts of time. Put them on in the morning, when your feet are feeling rested, and wear them while you get ready for the day. Or wear them while you're making dinner, or doing other things around the house. This way, you can take them off at the first sign of discomfort, and save your feet before it's too late. Do this for a short period of time, every day, and they'll start to shape up. This is a slow and natural process. If you're looking to speed things up a bit, read on.
Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot
If you own a blow dryer, good news! It's not just for your hair any more! Put it on a low setting, and use it to heat your shoes, keeping it a few inches away at all times. If your shoes are not leather, be extra careful, as some synthetic materials may melt and warp with too much heat. Put on a pair of socks, and then slip on your toasty warm shoes. Heat up the problem areas again, with your feet inside this time, and then keep them on until they are completely cool. Feel free to wiggle your toes and flex your feet while they are cooling down. The heat will help stretch the shoes to conform to your foot. You can also spray a very light mist of water or commercial shoe stretching spray on your shoes before you warm them up (note: I have seen other people recommend spraying alcohol. I did not try this, and I would not recommend it. I worry that alcohol could dry out the leather to some extent, and we don't want brittle leather, right?)
Chill Out
Do you like my cheesy headlines? I'm sorry and you're welcome. If you need a little extra room, especially in the toe box, try this out for size (puns, I've got 'em). Fill two plastic sandwich bags halfway full of water, squeeze all the air out and close them securely. You'll probably want to double bag, to avoid water leakage and damage to your shoes. Stick the water-filled bags into your shoes where they need to stretch. You can block off parts of your shoe with tissue paper or newspaper if you need to (for example, if you don't need to stretch the toes, but the main body or heels). Now stick them in the freezer overnight. It's a good idea to put the shoes inside a plastic bag (not pictured) to keep moisture or smells from the freezer out. The water will expand as it freezes (science!), and stretch out the shoes it's in. Try them on and repeat with more water if necessary.
Get Into Your Comfort Zone
It's important to take good care of your feet while trying to break in shoes. Even if you're cautiously stretching them out, you still might get wind up with some aches and pains. Here are a few ways to keep your feet healthy and comfortable during the process. (And please, make sure you're starting with the appropriate size of shoe to begin with. If you got a half-size too small and you're trying to stretch them up, you're not doing your feet any favors!)
– Keep your toenails trimmed short, so that you're not putting extra, unnecessary pressure on sensitive nail beds. Permanent nail damage is no joke (I am telling you this from experience), so protect your toes!
– Cover up any blisters or raw spots with COMPEED® Blister Medium Cushions. These are fantastic for covering blisters completely and act as a breathable second skin for optimum healing conditions. Just stick one on over your blister for instant relief, and you'll notice that during the day, it will form kind of a gel, to cushion your foot, and protect against water, dirt, and bacteria. Just leave it in place until it naturally starts to detach – it may stay in place for several days! I keep some in my purse with me, just in case I need them. (These are available only at Walgreens, check out the photo at the end of the post to see where to find them!)
– Wear a thick pair of socks, like boot socks, or wear two pairs of thinner socks while you're breaking your shoes in. This will help reduce rubbing against your bare foot, and provide a little extra cushion. Having a bit of extra bulk inside the shoe will also help it stretch faster. Just don't go too crazy, no need to layer and layer and layer until you can barely jam your foot into your shoe. Everything in moderation.
– Bring an extra pair of comfy shoes with you when you go out. It's a good idea to shove a lightweight pair of comfy canvas shoes or foldable ballet flats in your bag or keep some in your car, just for good measure. While you're trying to break in shoes, you don't want to be caught in the middle of the day with major foot pain and no recourse. I always pack along some ibuprofen too, it helps reduce swelling, as well as pain.
Here's where you can pick up some COMPEED® Blister Medium Cushions at Walgreens to keep your feet comfy! They're in the foot care aisle, which is next to cosmetics and hair care.
Have you tried any of these methods to break in shoes? Please leave a comment and let me know your best tips to break in shoes or boots!


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By Arthur Brown
Last June a close friend of my wife's and mine died. Cindy was someone who transformed our life, faith and spirituality, and taught us something about frailty, vulnerability and suffering. She showed us something of Jesus in the most unexpected ways. As well as being a friend, Cindy was a crack addict and a prostitute! Prostitution – the world's oldest profession as it is sometimes referred to – is a multi-million dollar business, and one that is practiced in all corners of the world. This of course is not news to anyone.
However, how might those who claim to follow a God of justice, compassion and grace respond to the realities before us, at least in Lebanon, where prostitution in various forms, is a major example of human rights abuses? Although there are many forms of sexual exploitation that take place in and beyond Lebanon, I will focus on one form that is particularly well know, and officially tolerated [and regulated], that of the 'super nightclub'.
It is estimated that at any given moment there are approximately 2,500 "artists" in Lebanon. A specific department of Lebanon's General Security grants an "artist" visa to women who will 'dance' [perform striptease] within licensed 'super nightclubs'. These visas are valid for 6 months at a time, and only renewable after the woman – typically from the impoverished parts of Eastern Europe – has been out of Lebanon for a minimum of a year, resulting in the 'trafficking' of vulnerable women caught up in this 'business' around Eastern Mediterranean countries. Whilst technically illegal, it is clear that the purpose of these women being in Lebanon is for prostitution, as they are regularly required to be tested for HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases [std's]. They are also only allowed to stay in certain registered hotels, and their freedom of movement is severely curtailed. Visitors to these 'super nightclubs' typically arrange to meet these women during the following day, when they may be paid between $50-$200 to engage in sexual relations. The club owners are protected from prosecution, as they are able to state that what goes on beyond the doors of their clubs is not within their control, despite the controls they put on the women they are 'sponsoring'. Many of these women have been deceived into these situations, become captive to debt bondage, and risk reprisals towards them and their families were they to try and escape. They are also victims of legal frameworks that offer little, if any, protection, whereby they are regarded as criminals, regardless of the 'illegal' and immoral practices of their 'employers', and thus deported if for example they contract any form of std or become pregnant.
The present reality before us faces us with a multitude of issues and difficulties. Rather than focusing on the obvious issues of morality in terms of individual sexual behaviour – a common focus of much indignation from Christians – I feel there is also a need to take a wider view. The reality is that Lebanon, as well as other countries that are destinations of sex tourism, 'benefits' enormously from this de-criminalized 'trade'. One womn, within a threemonth period can bring in earning in the tens of thousands of dollars, much of which will likely be given to her 'employer'. The fact that this industry is so prevalent [there are according to one report at least 127 super nightclubs in Lebanon] means it is not only those directly involved in the business, but Lebanon as a whole, who indirectly benefit from tourists attracted to the readily available sex industry.
It is clear that the dignity awarded to all human beings, by nature of God's design [Gen.1:27], is clearly distorted when women become objects of sinful desire and victims of systematic and structural abuse. One such victim, tears in her eyes, said, "I hate when someone chooses me…I feel like I'm a product in a market and anyone can just point at me and say, 'I want that.'"[1] But what might a Kingdom focused response be within this situation A friend of mine once said that if we, as followers of Christ, are never 'guilty by association', then we are probably not spending enough time with the right people. Jesus was often accused of sin, due to those he kept company with. And yet, it is hard to know how to respond in a way that seeks to bring justice and wholeness to the victims of sexual exploitation in this context. What is clear is that if the Church were to engage in significant levels of advocacy and campaigning on behalf of the victims of this modern-day slave trade, we would be confronting a very powerful system and there would be significant consequences. Should this be enough to stop us? Near the beginning of Mark's gospel [Chapter 3:1-3] Jesus is confronted by the powerful religious system of the day. A man with a shrivelled hand, and therefore 'unclean' in religious terms, came to Jesus for healing – on the Sabbath! For Jesus to heal him would have been a direct affront towards the socio-religious imperatives, as they were understood. Knowing the implications – the religious leaders were looking for a reason to accuse Jesus – He healed the man. This led to plots to kill Jesus, due to his unwillingness to remain quiet, or passive, in the face of unjust and inhumane treatment of those who were easily excluded.
How we practically go about confronting the particular system in our midst today is a mystery to me. However, as a starter here are a few of my suggestions. Maybe we need to start by refusing to blame the individual women themselves – they are of course the easy target – which is often the case for those who are most marginalised within any society. In doing this we recognise the social dimensions of sin and evil, and the systems that hold them in place. Maybe we must also be willing to accept that our actions towards seeking justice will, by definition, attract negative reactions, and be willing to accept these as part of what it means to speak with a Kingdom of God perspective. We can of course seek to educate ourselves about such issues, maybe by supporting organisations who are better equipped to work on the front lines. IMES's Middle East Conference, in exploring a range of human rights issues will, for example, have a particular focus this year on human trafficking, which will include at least one session on sex trafficking in Lebanon.
What is clear however is that, in the words of Martin Luther King Jn.'Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals'. What is also clear is that within God's Kingdom, many who currently experience oppression from the rich and powerful, poverty in all its multiple forms, and disgust from those who consider themselves righteous, will be restored into wholesome relationships, through the welcoming and un-exploitative embrace of Jesus.


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100 Year of Walking – Safety Considerations for All Users
This article is part of a larger series of interviews with Mr. Donald Bean. For the full series, click here. Some people may say that walking on a daily basis like Mr. Bean does is impossible in their communities and sadly they may be right. Safe and well-maintained physical environments are important to making walking … Continue reading 100 Year of Walking – Safety Considerations for All Users
San Francisco: Executive Directive
For being such a compact, walkable city, San Francisco was surprisingly dangerous for pedestrians. More than 3,500 pedestrians were injured in the city between the years of 2005 and 2008. The figure amounted to more than 800 annual average pedestrian injuries a year—more than 100 of which were severe or fatal injuries. San Francisco's city … Continue reading San Francisco: Executive Directive
France: Prioritize Pedestrians
Inspired by Belgium's 2004 street code, France adapted its street code in 2008 to reflect the philosophy that all street users should be able to move about safely, no matter their age, physical abilities, or mode of travel. The updated street code instituted a general principle of prudence, specifying that each street user must show … Continue reading France: Prioritize Pedestrians
Denver: Pedestrian Master Plan
Denver created a 2004 Pedestrian Master Plan as a response to previous citywide planning documents. Its 2000 Comprehensive Plan directed the city to provide more transportation choices and encourage modes that reduced impacts on urban environments. Blueprint Denver, which followed a year later, referred to the pedestrian environment as the city's primary transportation element and … Continue reading Denver: Pedestrian Master Plan
Minnesota: Complete Streets
The Minnesota Complete Streets Coalition has had remarkable success: Minnesota passed a Complete Streets policy in 2008 and then turned Complete Streets language into law in 2010. To date, 25 communities within the state have adopted Complete Streets policies. The Coalition's success can be traced to the strength of its partnerships, which it has cultivated … Continue reading Minnesota: Complete Streets
Washington: Health Impact Assessments
The Clark County, WA, Public Health Department collaborated with the Department of Community Planning to conduct a comprehensive Health Impact Assessment (HIA) for the County's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. Adopted in 2010, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan identifies policies and projects to facilitate cycling and walking. The planning and public-health departments conducted an … Continue reading Washington: Health Impact Assessments
Seattle: Parking Management
Seattle's parking-management strategy dates back to its first Comprehensive Plan, adopted in 1994 in response to Washington State's 1990 Growth Management Act. The state mandated city and county comprehensive plans and defined their goals, which included reducing urban sprawl and encouraging in-fill development. Within that political framework, Seattle created a Comprehensive Plan based on an … Continue reading Seattle: Parking Management
Charlotte: Retrofit Street Connectivity
In 2006, the city of Charlotte, NC, created a Street Connectivity program within its Department of Transportation (CDOT) to run the "inventory and implementation of needed street connections within and between neighborhoods as well as the construction of new connectors and local streets to provide improved access and connectivity for future development." The program is … Continue reading Charlotte: Retrofit Street Connectivity
Arlington: Transit-Oriented Development
Arlington County, VA, is one of the most successful examples of transit- oriented development (TOD) in the United States. In a case study prepared for the Transit Cooperative Research Board, the authors zeroed in on successful TOD tactics employed by Arlington County officials. One of the county's first steps was to create a general land … Continue reading Arlington: Transit-Oriented Development
San Jose: LOS Exemptions for Walking
In the 1960's, San José, CA, grew rapidly in automobile-oriented growth patterns until roadways became congested and undeveloped land more scarce. San José updated its transportation policy in 2005 to give priority to pedestrians, transit, and bicyclists in specific locations. Those areas included parts of the city zoned for higher densities, planned communities, and transit-oriented … Continue reading San Jose: LOS Exemptions for Walking
Discussion Forums
America Walks Twitter Chat with Jeff Speck on March 7
America Walks was excited to host Jeff Speck on March 7, 2016 for a Twitter Chat. The chat took place over an hour and offered participants a chance to get insights from Jeff on his experience and expertise on walkable cities, a topic that he literally wrote the book on! A selection of questions and responses are posted here. For … Continue reading America Walks Twitter Chat with Jeff Speck on March 7
Keeping Pedestrians Safe in Urban and Suburban Communities
Pedestrian safety is on everyone's mind. At our March 20th webinar, Noah Budnick describes NYC's Vision Zero Campaign, working toward zero deaths, zero injuries and zero fear of traffic. Michael King discusses how the design of communities, specifically suburban settings, can be positive or negative influences on pedestrian safety.
Using Crosswalk Laws as a Framework for Pedestrian Safety
Using the law as the framework for pedestrian safety campaigns is not the go-to choice for most safety advocates. Yet, when someone gets hurt or the police are urged to "do something," it is the traffic law that governs what can be done. Pedestrian law advocate and lawyer Ray Thomas (Portland, Oregon) will present an overview of the nation's crosswalk laws. … Continue reading Using Crosswalk Laws as a Framework for Pedestrian Safety
Public Health and Walking: Turning Policy and Programs into Action
This discussion forum will explore the intersection between transportation, walking and public health and discuss activities that support both policy development and implementation. The audience will have an opportunity to hear from experts in the field and join the discussion on how to continue to empower the public health and transportation communities to work together.
Pedestrian Hybrid or HAWK Beacon
The pedestrian hybrid beacon, or High intensity Activated crosswalk, (HAWK), is a pedestrian-activated warning device for mid-block pedestrian crossings. The beacon, mounted above or beside the road, consists of two red lenses above a single yellow lens. The beacon head is unlit until a pedestrian pushes a button, which causes the beacon to illuminate a … Continue reading Pedestrian Hybrid or HAWK Beacon
Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons
Rectangular rapid-flashing beacons typically consists of two light- emitting-diode (LED) beacons on either side of a roadside pedestrian-warning sign that flash in a left-to-right pattern when pedestrians cross the street. The flashers, which use an irregular pattern like those on police vehicles, are turned on either when a pedestrian pushes a manual push button or … Continue reading Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons
Pedestrian-Detecting Traffic Signals
Pedestrian detectors can activate a pedestrian traffic control device, extend the crossing time for pedestrians already in the crosswalk, and shorten the crossing time if pedestrians have already cleared the crosswalk. Detectors can be pressure mats at the waiting area, infrared or microwave detectors mounted on the signal pole, or video cameras using remote sensor software at … Continue reading Pedestrian-Detecting Traffic Signals
Pedestrian Scramble or Barnes Dance
A pedestrian scramble, or Barnes Dance, is an exclusive pedestrian interval that stops all vehicular movement to allow pedestrians access to cross in any direction at the intersection, including diagonally. During a Barnes Dance, pedestrians can cross at all four crosswalks; during a pedestrian or signal scramble, pedestrians are encouraged to cross the intersections diagonally … Continue reading Pedestrian Scramble or Barnes Dance
Split Phasing
Split phasing divides the green light of a traffic signal into separate phases: one for turning vehicles and another for through-traffic and pedestrians. Guidance Use a five-section signal head with a combination of circular and arrow indications For permissive-only right-turn modes (where pedestrians continue to cross while car are permitted to turn), program the turn … Continue reading Split Phasing
Ban Right Turns on Red
Right turn on red (RTOR) is a policy that permits drivers to turn right during a red light after coming to a complete stop, except where specifically prohibited by a posted sign. This nationwide policy (with the exception of New York City) was adopted by the Federal Highway Administration and Department of Energy in the … Continue reading Ban Right Turns on Red
Accessible Pedestrian Signals
Accessible pedestrian signals (APS) and detectors are designed to accommodate the needs of all pedestrians, including those with vision and mobility impairments. They provide information in nonvisual formats such as audible tones, speech messages, and vibrating surfaces to indicate the appropriate time for pedestrians to cross the street. Guidance Integrate the addition or upgrades of … Continue reading Accessible Pedestrian Signals
Leading Pedestrian Interval
A leading pedestrian interval (LPI) is a 3- to 10-second pedestrian-only phase within a signalized intersection timing schedule that gives pedestrians a "head start" over cars going in the same direction or turning across the pedestrians' paths. It is displayed by an advance walk indication for the crosswalk during which parallel and turning traffic continue … Continue reading Leading Pedestrian Interval
In-Road Pedestrian Signs
These are flexible signs placed in the median or centerline at unsignalized crossings announcing that drivers must yield or stop for crossing pedestrians. Guidance Install in a location where it does not conflict with traffic patterns or encroach into a travel lane: at the crosswalk on the centerline, on a lane line, or on a … Continue reading In-Road Pedestrian Signs
Advance Stop Lines
Stop lines are used to indicate the point behind which vehicles should stop for a Stop sign, a Stop Here for Pedestrians sign, or some other traffic-control device that requires vehicles to stop. Guidance Stop lines should not be used where drivers are supposed to yield Lines should be solid white lines extending across approach … Continue reading Advance Stop Lines
Walkable Communities are Healthy, Wealthy & Wise: A Fact Sheet from the Transit-Walkability Collaborative
Walking and public transportation are complements. Walking is an efficient way to complete essential journeys within a neighborhood, while transit provides affordable mobility between neighborhoods. According to recent research, 80% of regular riders access transit by walking. Because of this synergy, walkable, transit-rich communities provide significant economic savings and other benefits to residents and local … Continue reading Walkable Communities are Healthy, Wealthy & Wise: A Fact Sheet from the Transit-Walkability Collaborative
Walkable Communities Provide Opportunities to Work Together (EBWC Social Justice Toolkit)
This is a section of the Every Body Walk! Social Justice Toolkit. For more on the Toolkit, please click here. The work to create walkable communities and to promote physical activity provides opportunities to engage with otherwise marginalized segments of the community. Activities that are used to promote walkable communities can be used to bring new … Continue reading Walkable Communities Provide Opportunities to Work Together (EBWC Social Justice Toolkit)
Walkable Communities Are Safe Communities (EBWC Social Justice Toolkit)
This is a section of the Every Body Walk! Social Justice Toolkit. For more on the Toolkit, please click here. Walkable communities work to address safety as it relates to the built environment as well as other concerns, such as street harassment and violence. Efforts to create safe places for people to be physically active … Continue reading Walkable Communities Are Safe Communities (EBWC Social Justice Toolkit)
Walking Towards Justice- The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Government Segregated America (September 27, 2017 Webinar)
This is the first discussion of the new America Walks discussion series, "Walking Towards Justice" and explores the intersection of walkability and residential segregation. It includes host Charles Brown and special guest, Richard Rothstein, author of The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Government Segregated America. Also joining the panel are nationally-known experts, … Continue reading Walking Towards Justice- The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Government Segregated America (September 27, 2017 Webinar)
The Transit-Walkability Collaborative – An Inter-Modal Strategy for Creating Strong Neighborhoods Webinar (April 18, 2017)
In February, nine organizations announced the formation of the Transit-Walkability Collaborative (TWC)and signed on to a shared Statement of Purpose. Consisting of local, statewide, and national walkability and transit advocacy groups, the TWC exists to promote the benefits of walkable, transit-rich communities; to bring together transit and walkability advocates at the local, state, and national level; and … Continue reading The Transit-Walkability Collaborative – An Inter-Modal Strategy for Creating Strong Neighborhoods Webinar (April 18, 2017)
Advancing Neighborhood Change Through Equity and Inclusion Webinar (March 21, 2017)
Walkability is at the cornerstone of creating neighborhoods that are vital and vibrant, allowing all members of a community to enjoy health, social and economic benefits in a variety of forms. In this webinar we aim to look at how to protect and promote the identity and culture of a community, while making room for … Continue reading Advancing Neighborhood Change Through Equity and Inclusion Webinar (March 21, 2017)
New Webinar: The Transit-Walkability Collaborative – An Inter-Modal Strategy for Creating Strong Neighborhoods
Register Here Webinar Title: "The Transit-Walkability Collaborative – An Inter-Modal Strategy for Creating Strong Neighborhoods" Date and Time: Tuesday, April 18th at 11am Pacific, 2pm Eastern Register Here About the Webinar In February, nine organizations announced the formation of the Transit-Walkability Collaborative (TWC) and signed on to a shared Statement of Purpose. Consisting of local, … Continue reading New Webinar: The Transit-Walkability Collaborative – An Inter-Modal Strategy for Creating Strong Neighborhoods
Special Briefing: National Quality Forum's The Action Guide
Register Here Title: Special Briefing: National Quality Forum's The Action Guide Date/Time: February 1st, 2017 at 3pm Eastern, 12pm Pacific Register Here About The Webinar America Walks is excited to partner with National Quality Forum to share The Action Guide, an important resource for coming together to create healthy communities. The Action Guide is a framework to … Continue reading Special Briefing: National Quality Forum's The Action Guide
New Webinar: Moving Forward in 2017: Active Transportation in the New Congress and Trump Administration (January 5, 2017)
Register Here Webinar Title: Moving Forward in 2017: Active Transportation in the New Congress and Trump Administration Webinar Date/Time: January 5th, 2017 at 2pm Eastern, 11am Pacific Register Here About this Webinar Join America Walks and Rails-to-Trails Conservancy on January 5, 2017 at 2 p.m. Eastern for a policy briefing, "Moving Forward in 2017: Active Transportation in … Continue reading New Webinar: Moving Forward in 2017: Active Transportation in the New Congress and Trump Administration (January 5, 2017)
Walking and Walkability in Rural Communities Webinar (October 13, 2016)
Different environments or types of communities offer different opportunities and challenges for promoting walking and walkability. One of the most common questions we get at America Walks is about resources available for walking in rural communities. This webinar discusses some of the challenges that come with working in rural environments and a selection of resources that … Continue reading Walking and Walkability in Rural Communities Webinar (October 13, 2016)
First-Mile, Last-Mile: Connections to Transit (September 8, 2016)
Walkability and good public transit are natural partners because – together – they provide a reliable, supportive infrastructure for people to live well without a car. This webinar explores ways for transit advocates and walkable community advocates to work together to create solutions in which the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. … Continue reading First-Mile, Last-Mile: Connections to Transit (September 8, 2016)
New Webinar: "First-Mile, Last-Mile: Connections to Transit"
Register Here Date and Time: Thursday, September 8th at 11am Pacific, 2pm Eastern Webinar Title: First-Mile, Last-Mile: Connections to Transit Register Here About the Webinar Walkability and good public transit are natural partners because – together – they provide a reliable, supportive infrastructure for people to live well without a car. This webinar explores ways for transit … Continue reading New Webinar: "First-Mile, Last-Mile: Connections to Transit"
Engaging Local Ballot Initiatives (June 28th Webinar)
This informational webinar on June 28th presented on Local Ballot Initiatives and how they can be used to support work being done at the local level. The webinar showcased the tools and resources available at the Center for Transportation Excellence and heard from two professionals who work in the transit field and have used Ballot Initiatives … Continue reading Engaging Local Ballot Initiatives (June 28th Webinar)
White Papers
America Walks Comments on Proposed Rule Regarding Measures of Traffic Congestion (Docket No. FHWA-2013-0054)
At America Walks, we work to make sure that all modes of transportation, including walking, rolling and biking, are included in federal transportation planning and measurement. We urge the Department of Transportation to change the recently proposed rule on how states and other metro areas will have to measure and address the so-called success of … Continue reading America Walks Comments on Proposed Rule Regarding Measures of Traffic Congestion (Docket No. FHWA-2013-0054)


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At Black Rock, we want kids to be excited to come to church each week, knowing that they will be able to connect with others and, most importantly, grow closer to their heavenly Father. Everything we do in our children's ministry is focused on teaching kids about Jesus in a meaningful and accessible way, and bringing children into real and active relationships with God at an early age.
Parent Connect Lunch
Parent Connect Lunches are your opportunity to build relationships with other parents and explore topics related to your child's journey. The next lunch dates are:
February 4 | 1:00-2:00 pm | Kids Cove (Preschool) Parents |Uptown Theater
February 11 | 1:00-2:00 pm | Uptown (Elementary) Parents |Uptown Theater
Summer Programs & Kids Choir
We have many great opportunities for your children to grow throughout the year including Kids Choir, Vacation Bible School (VBS) and our Summer Adventure day camp.
Nursery Age Children
We know leaving your new baby for the first time can be overwhelming. The volunteers in our nursery have been chosen for this age group because of their love for babies, and have been trained extensively to care for all of the needs of your child. Click the button below to find out more about our Sunday Morning Nursery Program!
Preschool Age Children
In our preschool classes, kids participate in carefully planned crafts and games, hear creative Bible lessons and praise God through fun, energetic worship. Each age-specific class is designed to communicate the love of Jesus to children in simple, interactive ways they'll understand and respond to.
In the Kid's Cove we promote twice a year, first Sunday in September and January 1. For example if your child's 3rd birthday is on or before the first Sunday in September then he/she will promote from 2's to 3' class. If your child's 3rd birthday is after the September cut off date but before December 31 then he/she will promote to the 3's class January 1. Any birthday after December 31 will not promote until September of the following year. The only exception being a child that is in the Pre-K or Kindergarten room. They will promote to 1st grade in September. For any special circumstances or if you have questions please contact Robin Kick at
In Elementary, kids will learn three core truths – I can trust God no matter what, I need to make wise choices, and I should treat others the way I want to be treated. Our high-energy large group worship time engages kids in the Bible story through drama, singing, and fun games. In small group, each group's small group leader will discuss the story with your kids, teaching them about how God loves them, and how they can apply the lesson to their daily lives.
Special Needs Ministry
We recently launched SHINE ministry at Black Rock Church aims to come alongside children and families who have been touched by disability while seeking to make Christ known to them. To do this, we pair each child with special needs with an adult buddy (aide) so that they might be actively involved in the other Kids Ministry environments here each week. Learn More About The Ministry Here
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New To Black Rock?
We're so glad to have you as our guest at Black Rock Church! We want your experience at Black Rock Kids to be one worth talking about.
The first time you bring your child to Black Rock Kids, simply visit the Kids Registration desk in the Welcome Center of the church. From there, we'll guide you through getting your child checked in, and our volunteers will be available to answer any questions you might have about Black Rock Kids!
If this is your first time with us, we will ask you to fill out a quick registration form for your child or children prior to dropping them off with us. You can fill this form out at our Kids Registration desk, or download it to fill it out at home - just make sure to bring it with you on Sunday morning!
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All classes open 20 minutes before each service, and drop off remains open until 20 minutes after the service has started.
Safety IS Our Priority
When you register your child, we provide you and your child matching identification tags that are exclusive to your family and your visit. To pick up your child, simply present your tag to one of our Kids volunteers, and they will be released back to you. Make sure you hold onto your tag, as we will need to check that your tag's information matches your child's before allowing you to pick them up!
We also provide a "gatekeeper" team for each kids area to ensure that only authorized teachers, helpers, and parents are allowed in our kids areas.
Common Questions
What if I lose my scan card?
Lost your card? No problem! Simply stop by the Kids Registration desk located in the lobby - we'll get you a new one free of charge!
When will my child move to the next room?
- Nursery / Crawlers / Walkers
Generally these room transitions are based upon whether or not your baby is proficiently crawling/walking. For example, a toddler will remain in the Crawlers room until he/she is walking the majority of the time without assistance, at which point he or she will move to the Walkers room.
- 2 Years to Pre-K
If your child is two years old as of Promotion Sunday (at the end of August), he or she will remain in the 2's class for the school year, and will transition to the 3's class the next Promotion Sunday. Three- and four-year-olds will be promoted the same way.
- 1st to 4th grade
Transitions in Elementary follow the Fairfield school calendar. When the new school year begins for local public schools, we will transition all our elementary students from one grade to the next.
How can I get connected to know what's going on with Black Rock Kids?
A great way to learn more is to join the Elementary or Preschool groups on The City. To find out more about The City, click here.
How can I become a Black Rock Kids Volunteer?
We'd love to explore the best fit for you at Black Rock Kids. Click Here to apply!
Contact Our Kids Team
We understand how important it is for you to know what your kids are up to on Sundays, and at other events throughout the year, so we do our best to keep everyone in the loop! Check out some of the pages in the sidebar to learn about some programs available for kids at Black Rock, and feel free to email Kent Currie, our Kids Director, with any questions you may have.


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STM escalator rebuild to take six months
CTV Montreal
Published Monday, January 25, 2016 8:31AM EST
Metro passengers at the heavily-used Berri-UQAM station will have to get used to taking the stairs.
The STM has shut down a faulty escalator and estimates it will take six months to rebuild the moving staircase.
The escalator in question connects the platform from the orange line toward Cote Vertu to the green line toward Angrignon.
The STM says that after multiple problems, the escalator cannot be repaired. Instead the existing escalator will be torn down and a new one installed.
Most of the work will take place at night, although some work will take place during the day.


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I kicked off my 2016 posts yesterday this way: "Euphoria over a myeloma free PET scan doesn't make everything else OK. I've been struggling with post transplant side effects… Still plenty of drama to kick off 2016."
Monday I wrote about how stressful insurance mix-ups can be. And I didn't even get into the financial burden of it all. I might as well get out my check book and write a $3,000+ check right now. LLS Co-Pay support will help. One roadblock in the past: the LLS and several other myeloma assistance programs don't reimburse patients for diagnostics; things like blood work, X rays, MRI's and PET scans.
A silver lining to my getting weekly Kyprolis infusions: I'll burn through my deductible and co-pay in a month. Very little of it will be diagnostics. Most of the cost will be for Kyprolis and administering it.
Today I want to share details about my ongoing battle with post stem cell transplant side effects. I kid about recovery and our perpetual burden of never ending chemo being a full time job. But it is! Here's a quick rundown.
The oral vancomycin capsules I'd been taking four times a day didn't seem to be accomplishing much. Even using Imodium and/or Lomotil 24/7 couldn't put the brakes on my diarrhea; I was still rushing to the toilet five or six times a day.
This lasted ten days after traveling home following my two day stay in the ICU, followed by four days back in the BMT unit and two days of testing; the reason I'd traveled to Iowa in the first place.
Thank God that my GI tract finally showed signs of recovery. It's back to "post transplant normal" now, two weeks later.
So I'm on my way to a seamless recovery, right? Sure, if it wasn't for concerns over serious water retention issues that have been putting unsafe stress on my heart.
One reason I was rushed up to the ICU in Iowa City: a resting heart rate of 150. While the rate hasn't been that high since leaving Iowa, the over ten lbs of water jamming up my legs and feet has reappeared.
Apparently it has something to do with a dramatic potassium deficiency. I emailed Dr. Tricot about it. He didn't see any connection.
Whether a chain reaction caused by low potassium or another electrolyte deficiency, my resting heart rate spiked well over 100 for nearly a week. I sought out several types of potassium supplements. I didn't realize how difficult it is for our bodies to absorb potassium. A three hour infusion time for a small bag of fluid the size of your hand should have tipped me off.
Looking back, I should have gone in for a potassium IV. But it was over the New Year holiday. I didn't want to try and find someone/somewhere in our small, local hospital to get it done.
An additional concern: apparently too much potassium too fast can be more dangerous that not having enough. So I carefully spread out taking single supplement capsules with meals or snacks, always several hours apart. Since a standard potassium supplement is only 95 mg–or 3% of our daily requirement–I realized early on that one or two capsules a day wasn't going to get the job done.
Whether it was the extra potassium or an end to my relentless and unpleasant diarrhea, I started peeing away the excess water three or four days ago. My resting heart rate is still a touch high, but I can tell it's slowly returning to normal. My ankles and feet are still hard and distended, but my upper legs aren't jam packed with fluid like they were last week.
I've been sleeping more–that's normal less than three months after a stem cell transplant. I did hit a speed bump late yesterday. For some reason I felt horrible after dinner. I'm not sure why. Maybe our meal didn't agree with me. Or I was overcome with fatigue.
Chills, muscle aches; I felt like I was hit by a freight train. I collapsed into bed–in my clothes–and slept in late this morning. I did get up a half dozen times to pee: that's a good thing as the fluid retention in my legs continues to improve.
I'm feeling a lot better this morning. Normally I'd blame the chemo and get on with my day. But I haven't started chemo yet. I'll take my first pomalidomide 3 mg capsule tonight, 40 mg dex tomorrow and hopefully Kyprolis Wednesday or Thursday after 21st Century Oncology gets the insurance thing figured out.
My taste buds still aren't back to normal, but I'm eating well. Exercising, too. Starting serious planning for April's Beach Party event. Felling sick is definitely slowing things down. Recovery a full time job? Hopefully it ratchets down to part time soon.
In the meantime, I'm making allowances for time lost while I adjust to my consolidation chemotherapy regimen. I've taken the advice of so many readers to start taking it easy. That may not be me, but I'm adjusting. Work less, play more and go with the flow. Worth a try!
Feel good and keep smiling! Pat


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NEW YORK (NBC) — Just in time for Halloween, Jimmy Fallon and Kevin Hart visit "Blood Manor" New York scariest haunted house.
The video, posted to "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon" YouTube channel, shows the two funny men walking around the haunted house.
Before they enter, Fallon admits to Hart that he's not a fan of being scared. It seems as if Fallon's fear rubs off on Hart as the two are scared numerous times throughout their journey.


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Friday, November 30
Holidaze Craft Show
I'll be participating in one more craft show this year. It's a two day sale, running Friday December 7, 12-9, and Saturday December 8, 10-5. It's in the Exchange District of downtown Winnipeg, at the Exchange Community Church space, 75 Albert Street. This is my first year doing this sale, but from what I hear, it's another really good one. To find out more about the sale, and to see a list of artisans participating, click here for the website and facebook event page.
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Peach's Sweet Deal? A $3 Flight From Osaka
A $3 flight from Osaka?
That's the kind of loose-change campaign Japan's first budget airline is taking to the skies. Peach Aviation Ltd said on Thursday about 5,000 one-way tickets for inaugural routes from and to Osaka will go on sale for Y250 each. That means passengers can possibly fly from Osaka to, say, Sapporo and back for the cost of a salaryman's bento discounted after the lunch rush.
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Consumers prefer tablets to laptops as holiday gifts
TabTimes reported on a survey from PriceGrabber that indicates consumers — in large numbers — would prefer a tablet this holiday over a laptop.
According to the survey, 79% of consumers would rather get a tablet and 83% of them want an iPad or an iPad 2. The survey was taken before Amazon released its $199 Kindle Fire tablet what's expected to do well this holiday season.
In an interview, TabTimes News Editor David Needle told CBS News "most of the reasons had to do with lightness and portability and thing like that but I think there's a hidden message here which is that you look at a notebook computer – it's kind of like giving someone a power drill or a vacuum cleaner. It's practical, but it's not the new thing."
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After Hurricane Matthew hit, you'd be forgiven for confusing Lumberton, North Carolina with the canals of Venice. Though the storm has thankfully quieted down, it's cities like Lumberton and those along the southeastern edge of the ...
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Damage to Tar Heel state from Hurricane Matthew tops $1B; rising energy costs boosts inflation; and computer science ranked as highest-paying college major. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
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North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory confirmed on Saturday that the death toll in the wake of Hurricane Matthew had risen to 26 in his state. The announcement came after two more bodies — a 53-year-old man and a 47-year-old woman — w...


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Aussies fight back in Dhaka
Australia looked to fight their way out of a hole, reducing Bangladesh to 4 for 77 in their second innings on day three of the first Test in Dhaka.
The home side had a 235-run lead after bowling the tourists out for 269 in their first dig. To keep up with the match, visit our live scorecard.
Brett Lee bowled Shahriar Nafees for 33, Jason Gillespie had Javed Omar caught behind by Adam Gilchrist for 18, Michael Clarke ran out Habibul Bashar for 7 with a direct hit and Stuart Clark trapped Mohammad Ashraful lbw for 4.
Bangladesh had been 41 without loss at tea.
Gilchrist earlier struck his 16th Test century to help Australia avoid the follow-on.
Bangladesh took a 158-run advantage into their second knock after Mohammad Rafique had last man Gilchrist (144) caught by Shahadat Hossain at deep square leg.
Rafique also removed Gillespie (26) and Clark (0) to take his seventh Test five-wicket haul (5-62).
Gilchrist hit six huge sixes and 14 fours in his innings, for a welcome return to form for the prolific left-hander who endured a disappointing Ashes series against England last year and had been struggling to rediscover his touch.
Australia did well to avoid the follow-on as Gilchrist batted brilliantly with the tail-enders to take his side from 6 for 93 at one stage to within 160 runs of Bangladesh's total.
Resuming on 6 for 145, Australia lost the wicket of Lee in the morning session lbw to Mashrafe Mortaza for 15, but Gillespie gave Gilchrist good support.
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by Beatrix Ost
4 May 2015
Surprises are the most normal thing
The Uber X arrives. I open the door.
Beatrix, I identify myself. Are you Idris? I show him his own face on my iPhone. He lets out a deep sigh.
When he makes a slight right turn into the flow of the empty street, more sighs follow. Every couple of minutes, another sigh.
After a while I ask him: Will your day soon be over? No. Started. Heavy accent. Sigh.
Where are you from? I ask.
Turkey. Sigh.
You are? He turns fully back to me, his grave, round face preoccupied with everything.
I am German.
Germany good. Friendly. Many Turkish people.
Yes, I say. He drives on. His sighs seem to come from deep within. I feel like distracting him: Where do you live?
I live Queens. When drive the bridge, I stress. Too much stress driving. He turns all the way round to me again, in full motion.
Isn't being an Uber driver a good job? You can make your own time. This opens the floodgates.
Oh, no, no, no. So much stress. I get ticket for standing, getting sandwich. Get ticket for going toilet. Where go toilet? I ask police. He not know. Not here, he say. I pay tickets, no income. Where can driver go toilet? Huh?
He turns around to me again. I shake my head.
Stress, so much. Must go to toilet more. I ask, nobody know.
By now we are in the thickest of West Side Highway traffic jams, accompanied by his sighs. Stress, too much, he says, maneuvering behind the slowest-moving snake.
Just back from Turkey. Vacation. You don't believe. I was in hospital, five weeks. Five weeks!
A full turn back to me, leaving his motor vehicle to its own devices.
I was in coma. Three week. On beach, with family. I not feel good. In hospital I am a dead man. When I wake, my wife speaks Turkish. I not know her. She must! Nobody of family speak English. She must! She is teacher. She can write into Turkish language. Learn in three week.
She must be so intelligent, I say politely. Does she have a job? No job. Stress is terrible to me.
Perhaps you should look into another job.
I was working in bakery. Too much stress. Get up five o'clock. Go to work. Boss already there, baking. Do this, do that. Idris, clean big bucket. Idris, learn faster. Make bread. Make dough. I not know so much stress in America.
Yes, but good work here too. Good opportunity. My English starts to shrink, contrary to the rising dough he had to produce. He is in a rage about stress.
On both sides of us the cars move swiftly. Only we are in slow mode. Why don't you take a right, to get into the moving line?
Hmmm? He turns around. Just go right. It moves! I say.
Stress, stress, he sighs. Maybe I move to new city. New York too much stress. No toilet for drivers. You get ticket.
Yes, move to Ohio. (I hear myself, with no idea where it is coming from.) Just far away. That I know. There is much less stress.
He fully turns to me, his features enlightened. Oh, lady, you tell me.
Please watch where you're driving.
Oh, so good advice! he continues, now with his face to the traffic, his eyes in the mirror, so he can see me. I am getting anxious. At this pace, when will I ever arrive?
Feeling his enthusiasm, I say: You are the man for the vegetable business. A stand. You know? You don't have to move. People come to you.
In Ohio. A vegetable stand. Like one in Turkey. So good. My wife can work. I supervise.
Well, she should be in her own profession.
Yes, yes, right. She can teach, and be at vegetable stand. Like help out when I have to go toilet.
He is now driving fast, faster than the other cars. After we pass through a vehicular sickroom he has discovered a new land, the land of honey.
No stress in Ohio. I can buy house. Not expensive. Have vegetable stand. My wife has work. He starts to sing a Turkish song: Uskudara gideriken aldida bir yagmur ...
The piers slide by in slow motion. New Jersey's intricate skyline cutouts against the pink sky of rush hour. The melancholy Hudson dips in and out of sight, in between events: a plane; a ship on display, catching the light from tourist illumination; bicyclists on the green banks.
Maybe private secretary for Turkish business, my wife. Import/export, in Ohio. Germany, many Turkish living in Germany, very happy.
He does another full swivel. I hold on to my seatbelt.
Yes, yes. Here too much stress. In Ohio no stress. German people good people, no stress.
I can only blink at the skyline of Lower Manhattan, my destination. But I am afraid to take my eyes away for a second. I can picture myself being wrenched into a carambolage of major proportions, larger than the one we just passed, and missing my chance to press against the glass, all because my driver has veered off into a new life of which I am the founder, the visionary of his America.
I don't know about that, I mumble exhaustedly. You should just live in a smaller city. Sometimes change is good.
Yes, thank you, Ohio is good. I work with shoemaker, so much stress. Woman wants shoe right quick.
He turns off the West Side Highway into Canal. We are so close that I feel my whole body leaning forward to shorten this trip, helping with my posture, as when a mother opens her mouth to spoon-feed her child.
I open the door while the car is still rolling. Goodbye, I say into his grinning face. Ohio is a state.
A moment of surprise flits over his already entered future life. Oh, nice. No city. No stress. Katibimin setresi uzun ...


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Nick Bilton got the scoop: "In the coming months, Twitter plans to update its mobile applications to introduce filters for photos that will allow people to share altered images on Twitter and bypass Instagram, the popular mobile-centric photo-sharing network, according to people who work at the company but asked not to be named as they are not allowed to discuss unannounced projects."
John Gruber perfectly nails how pointless this feature is for the service: "I think what bothers me about this is the focus on filters. If Twitter wanted to make it easier to post photos as tweets, and improve the presentation of inline photos in your tweet stream, that I could see. But adding filters to the Twitter mobile apps seems like a complete distraction, a sign that they've been afflicted with everything-but-the-kitchen-sink-itis."
Other than the desire to copy another service's seemingly best feature (I would argue the photo filters are not necessarily the main draw for Instagram users), this adds nothing to Twitter's core service and functionality. It's like the company doesn't even understand the product anymore.


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Watches: Panerai Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Limited Editions (+live pics)
By Thierry Ané on May 21, 2014
Whereas some brands exhibiting at the prestigious SIHH do not necessarily feel the need to use the salon as a launching pad for the unveiling of a myriad of new models, Officine Panerai never comes up short of enough exciting novelties to make all Paneristi fall head over heels in admiration.
It always takes some time to recover from this initial amazement and finally be able to analyse the offer in an attempt to decide which new models are your personal favourites. After some careful thoughts, I would like to come back, with live pictures, on three models that would probably hit the top of my personal wish list: the Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Limited Editions.
Although we have seen a fair share of chronograph models from Officine Panerai before, there is a fundamentally different aesthetic going on with these three fascinating models presented exclusively in precious metals: Platino, Oro Rosso and Oro Bianco in Panerai's native Italian, or respectively, Platinum, Red Gold and White Gold if we want to stick to English at the risk of losing part of the Mediterranean charm.
Part of the recent Radiomir 1940 line, all three models ooze retro-appeal in the brand's iconic cushion-shaped case. Characterized by the presence of Luminor-style lugs (but without the crown protector) rather than the usual Radiomir's signature wire lugs, this mirror-polished 45 mm case reflects the 1940 aesthetics. As a tribute to the original Radiomir models made for the Royal Italian Navy and to reinforce the vintage appeal, the brand opted for a 2.8 mm thick Plexiglas crystal for the front instead of the now conventional sapphire crystal.
Officine Panerai fitted these beautiful watches with a simple two-register column-wheel chronograph movement, the OP XXV calibre. Based on the manually-wound Minerva 13-22 calibre, this highly regarded movement features a very large Glucydur balance wheel with adjustment screws and a Swan's neck regulator, beats at a leisurely 18,000 vibrations per hour and offers 55 hours of power reserve when fully wound. Like all Minerva movements, it is extremely pleasing for the eyes and the contrast of its classic construction with Officine Panerai's modern yet refined finishing can be fully appreciated through the exhibition case back. Unlike the front glass, this one in made of a more contemporary and much more scratch-proof material than Plexiglas: sapphire crystal.
From the dial side, all models exhibit two well-proportioned counters facing one another at 9 and 3 o'clock. The former indicates the seconds while the latter serves as a minute totalizer for the chronograph. To enhance the vintage vibe they are surrounded by a tachymeter scale that runs on the inner flange of the dial.
This is where I would say the similarities end as, although they clearly share a number of common aesthetic traits, each limited edition relies on a very different design. Indeed, the design team spared no effort to make each version unique while perfectly in line with the brand's strict graphic codes.
The Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Platino, also known as PAM 518, showcases an ivory dial with withered looking stylised hands and luminous dot hour markers creating a very vintage-oriented design. The blued chronograph hands bring a welcomed yet very traditional touch of colour that remains in perfect harmony with the rest of the design. This beautiful model is paired with a brown alligator strap featuring contrasting stitches.
The Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Oro Rosso (or PAM 519), and personal favourite of mine, plays on a warmer colour palette to complement the opulence of its red gold case. It combines a brown dial with a dark brown alligator strap featuring elegant beige stitches. What makes it so attractive in my eyes, is also the presence of the so-called "California" dial, a very graphic combination of hour markers, Roman and Arabic numerals. In this instance, they are made of an ochre-looking SuperLuminova that blends wonderfully with the red gold of the case and brown of the dial.
Last but not least if the PAM 520 or the Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Oro Bianco should you want to call it by its full name. Relying on a black dial paired with a black alligator strap and contrasting stitches, this version also features one of the brand's iconic dial specialties, namely a "Sandwich" dial. The dial is actually made of two layers: the upper black part features cut-out hour markers that let you see the luminous material that covers the lower layer.
These three Radiomir 1940 Chronograph are limited: there will be 50 pieces of the Platino model and 100 pieces of each gold version. The Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Oro Rosso will cost GBP 38,300 and the price tag of the Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Oro Bianco is GBP 39,700. Lastly, the Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Platino will retail for GBP 50,700.
They clearly do not come cheap but let me just say that you really have a lot of fine watchmaking content for you money. All three models perfectly illustrate why Officine Panerai has been so successful: the design is timeless yet very distinctive, the movement is both extremely reliable and exquisitely finished, and there is a good balance between nods to the brand's history and resolutely new aspects. As with many models from that brand, the hardest part is not to fall I love with them but to decide which one we actually prefer.


text: Laryngeal Mask Airway Classic and Streamlined Pharynx Airway Liner Airway ComparisonMiller, DonaldAnesthesia & Analgesia: November 2007 - Volume 105 - Issue 5 - p 1508 doi: 10.1213/01.ane.0000278614.31322.33 Letters to the Editor: Letters & Announcements Author Information Article Outline Guys Hospital; London, UK; email@example.com Miller is the inventor of the SLIPA airway. To the Editor: REFERENCES Back to Top | Article Outline To the Editor: A recent paper by Lange et al. (1) reported the first independent study comparing the laryngeal mask airway (LMA) classic with the streamlined pharynx airway liner airway (SLIPA). Despite the inherent bias in the study given the comparison between users with differing levels of experience with the two devices, i.e., experienced users of the LMA compared with novices with the SLIPA, the two significant differences between the airways found in the study are most instructive. The first was the higher incidence of gastroesophageal insufflation (19%) than with the LMA (3%) and may relate to the choice of size used. The SLIPA sizes 47–57 are equivalent to LMA sizes 3–5.5. The authors in their study used LMA sizes 4–6 in comparison. This would explain the much lower seal pressures measured than the seal pressures that I obtained using the SLIPA (2). This is understandable as clinicians are generally always conservative when starting to use a new device. The second significant finding is that fewer patients in the SLIPA group compared with those in the LMA group complained of sore throats, despite the harder appearance of its thermoplastic material (softens as it heats up to body temperature). The authors incorrectly stated that the SLIPA that was tested in the clinical and laboratory study (3) "differed markedly" from the version that they tested. In reality, the only difference was one of esthetics relating to the inconsequential shape of the stem of the SLIPA and not the shape, size, or material of the all important chamber aspect of the SLIPA. In essence, the characteristics tested in the Lange study, including the sealing characteristics, were identical in all performance related matters. Finally, Lange et al. incorrectly concluded that the greater incidence of gastroesophageal insufflation may suggest a greater risk of aspiration. They should have used the word regurgitation instead. To have concluded that the risk of aspiration is greater with the SLIPA is to ignore a specific design characteristic that effectively prevents aspiration of regurgitated material because it has 15 times the storage capacity of the LMA for trapping liquids within its chamber (3). Donald Miller Guys Hospital London, UK firstname.lastname@example.com to Top | Article Outline REFERENCES1. Lange M, Smul T, Zimmermann P, Kohlenberger R, Roewer N, Kehl F. Effectiveness and patient comfort of the novel streamlined pharynx airway liner (SLIPA) compared with the conventional laryngeal mask airway in opthalmic surgery. Anesth Analg 2007;104:431–4 Cited Here... 2. Miller DM, Camporota L. Advantages of ProSeal and SLIPA airways over tracheal tubes for gynecological laparoscopies. Can J Anaesth 2006;53:188–93 Cited Here... 3. Miller DM, Light D. Laboratory and clinical comparisons of the streamlined liner of the pharynx airway (SLIPA) with the laryngeal mask airway. Anaesthesia 2003; 58:136–42 Cited Here... © 2007 International Anesthesia Research Society


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Update: Hurry, alive again!
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Amazon has this marked down right now to just $34.99! This was selling for $71.99 earlier and is now at it's lowest ever.
- Changing table, washer and feeding station all in one comes equipped with two storage bins and three doll clothes hangers
- Nursery helps foster nurturing play, and mobile really spins to help lull baby doll to sleep
- Sink lets kids "wash" baby's dishes after feeding time is done
- Working cabinet door with lots of storage space
- Fits standard 16 in (40.6 cm) doll
(Thanks YYK for the tip!)


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Homemade Protein Bars that are easily made yourself, vegan, gluten free, and have the delicious chocolate and peanut butter flavor!
I'm sure you know by now how much I love my homemade protein bars and bites, since I have SO many recipes for them over here.
But why should YOU like them too?
You may have seen my video on how a high protein diet can be beneficial for you, but also, these homemade protein bars and bites save you MONEY from all those expensive bars out there. Not to mention, many of those "protein bars" out there are just disguised candy bars…
Reason Why Homemade Protein Bars are GREAT!
- Homemade Protein Bars are less expensive to make at home
- YOU control the ingredients: no more TONS of added sugar or other crap that isn't good to be putting in your body
- YOU can make whatever flavors you like depending on your protein powder flavor and other add ins!
- Homemade Protein Bars can be a great way to satisfy that sweet craving in a nutritious way between meals
- Getting in quality protein throughout your days in doses of about 15-20g is KEY to optimal muscle synthesis and keeping that metabolism revved up!
- A great, easy-to-digest post-workout option for those that tend to not have an appetite right after working out — because we all know NOT eating post-workout is NOT an option. You lose all the benefits you would normally gain!
So are you convinced now that you should make these Homemade Protein Bars?
Or if you aren't a chocolate peanut butter kind of person (I'm so sorry if that's the case because I couldn't live without these two things), I have many others! Like my protein brownie bites, my homemade blueberry lemon chia seed protein bars, or my gingerbread protein bars, or my mocha chip protein bars, or my almond butter banana bread bars…
Or you know what season is a 'comin!! My baked pumpkin protein bars or my pumpkin latte protein bars!
So now, whether you make THESE chocolate peanut butter protein bars, or any of the others above, you have too many options NOT to try out your own.
I promise, they are SUPER SIMPLE. Just give 'em a try!
Serves: 3-4
- 2 scoops Chocolate Plant Based Protein(28g/scoop)*
- ½ cup Rolled Oats
- 6 tbsp Peanut Butter
- 6 tbsp Honey/Agave/Syrup
- 1-6 tbsp Applesauce or Almond Milk**
- 1 tbsp Chia Seeds
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Dash of Cinnamon and Sea Salt
- Combine all dry ingredients.
- Warm wet ingredients in separate bowl (about 15 seconds in microwave) and stir
- Add wet to dry and combine.
- AS NEEDED (depends on protein powder's absorbency), add a tbsp of milk/applesauce to mixture at a time to get the ingredients to come together
- Mold into bar shapes (makes 3-4)
- Refrigerate until eating!
**All different vegan protein powders with absorb differently. Add milk/applesauce by the tbsp until you can get everything to come together nicely, but don't add too much to where you can form them into bars. ps: DONT use whey, it won't come out.


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Five months ago, the cold-case drama Waking the Dead curled up its toes and was carted off to the TV mortuary in the sky. Fans were comforted by the promise of a spin-off series focusing on forensic pathologist Dr Eve Lockhart. Played by husky-voiced Tara Fitzgerald, Lockhart was a strong character, an obsessive scientist married to her work. But the series's proposed setting – in a British version of a notorious US forensic science facility for the study of decomposing human bodies – was always going to be its creepy chief source of interest.
When The Body Farm finally arrived on BBC One last night, one thing was instantly clear: all similarities to Waking the Dead had been stripped away. Trudging through a landscape littered with rotting corpses, her torch flashing and voice set to maximum husk, Lockhart got things underway with a monologue of almost comic portentousness: "I have two promises that I vow to keep. My promise to the murderer is this: I will find you… To the victim I promise this: I will unlock the mechanism of your murder." Wind howled, rain lashed, lightning flashed; if Boris Karloff had rounded the corner with bolts through his neck it couldn't have been more Hollywood Gothic.
Not the most credible start. Nor did it help that, as the drama unfolded, Lockhart appeared to have undergone a personality transplant; vanished was the conscientious scientist, replaced by an avenging angel who simpered little Gioconda smiles of professional delight when confronted with repulsive remnants of depravity. Out of a crumbling rustic farmhouse she led her team of Central Casting oddballs – the depressed genius, the sensitive feminist, the needy hunk – through clouds of buzzing flies and squirming "maggot mass" to find out how the pulverised remains of two young men came to be plastered over every square centimetre of a tower block bathroom.
Realism was never a priority here. In the team's quest for a solution, no line of pseudo-scientific prattle was too crass, no plot-progressing discovery too logic-defying to magic from nowhere. Above all, no act of forensic analysis was so complex it couldn't be solved by the single stroke of a computer key. On the plus side, the direction was atmospheric and the dialogue was nothing if not memorable. ("Ah, a dense colony of flesh flies established and hatching on a carpet of decomposing carrion.") As for the acting, the cast certainly couldn't be accused of holding back. The fact that Keith Allen, as the lone copper whose investigation Lockhart hijacked, gave the least mannered, most low-key performance of anyone bar the corpses… well, that says it all, really.