text:
Have you ever considered traveling in West Africa? Do you have Ghana, Burkina Faso, Benin and Togo on your backpacking bucket list? If you do or you're just curious about this underrated region, I have a special guest post for you today from my younger sister, Tamsin!
Tamsin and her boyfriend Guido are true off the beaten path explorers. They are currently on a round the world trip and spent the first few months traveling and exploring Benin, Togo, Burkina Faso and Ghana in Africa. I've never read anything about theses countries on a travel blog before, so I asked Tamsin to write me an honest blog post about traveling West Africa. It sounds so interesting and adventurous! I hope you enjoy the post. Please feel free to leave some comments for Tamsin at the end.
Traveling West Africa
Since 2010 when I worked in and traveled around many of the countries in Southern Africa, I have been thinking about exploring another region of the huge continent. My boyfriend Guido and I are currently on a round the world trip after quitting our jobs in the Netherlands at the start of the year. Our plans for the trip changed a lot but, despite the sensible advice we read to avoid this time of year (the first few months of the year are extremely hot), we finally decided to begin the adventure in West Africa with 6 weeks traveling through Ghana, Burkina Faso, Togo and Benin.
Although commonly referred to as 'Africa for beginners', Ghana isn't always an easy ride. In general things are chaotic and inefficient, everything takes a long time, public transport doesn't have a schedule, corruption appears to be rife- police at the many road blocks will ask for money (or even your wallet)- but don't let that put you off. It's also a beautiful country with many friendly people.
One of the most scenic areas is the Volta region in the east of the country. We were there in the dry season so missed out on seeing the waterfalls but there are plenty of interesting hiking trails, for example to the top of the highest local peak Mount Gemi.
The beaches in Ghana aren't the cleanest you will ever see, but it's worth traveling west along the coast as far as Busua where beach clean ups have made the popular surf spot much more attractive. Another must stop place along the coast is Cape Coast, not for the beach but to learn about the dark history of the slave trade and see the terrible conditions where people were kept before passing through the point of no return.
Traveling around Ghana is very time consuming so allow for longer than you think. Most locals use public minibuses, known as tro-tros, but they won't leave until full (full here means practically bursting with people, animals and luggage). Drivers usually make up for all this waiting around by driving as quickly and recklessly as possible.
As a vegetarian I wasn't expecting to be overwhelmed by delicious food options but there were some unexpected treats. Fried plantain, for example, is softer and sweeter than in other countries where I've tried it and groundnut soup tastes a lot like peanut butter. Local staples fufu and banku (both white, starchy pastes) were not really to my taste, but interesting to try once.
Burkina Faso
We crossed over from Ghana into the south west of Burkina Faso, one of the least busy boarder posts I've ever seen. I thought that Ghana had few tourists but Burkina even less so. We managed to find a few people who were on holiday or traveling around for longer trips but you definitely don't need to be worried about reserving accommodation in advance. Sometimes we were the only guests in the place where we were staying.
The capital city is, like many big cities in Africa, not particularly interesting but deserves a special mention because of its name- Ouagoadouga. A much nicer area to explore is west of the country surrounding the town of Banfora. We spent a great day here whizzing around on motorbikes with a local guide, splashing in waterfalls, climbing rock formations and drinking 'bière local' in a maquis (traditional pub).
Despite it being one of the poorest countries in the world I didn't feel at all unsafe in Burkina. Granted, we didn't venture into the north near the boarder with Mali where terrorist attacks are more common, but even in large cities such as Bobo-Diolasso we walked around in the dark at night time without a problem.
Perhaps surprisingly, transport in Burkina Faso is pretty well organized. Large buses run between the cities – sometimes even with aircon if you're lucky. The dust throughout the country is extreme and open windows during a bus journey mean you will arrive looking like you haven't showered for a week. Tickets are best bought the day before travel and buses will leave at a pre-arranged time whether they are full or not!
Like many countries in west Africa, very few people in Burkina Faso (and Togo and Benin) speak English, which was a bit of a drawback for us as non-French speakers. You can definitely get by with just a few words of French, enough to reserve a room for the night, order food and ask directions, but I felt like I missed out on the everyday interactions that usually make traveling so enjoyable. The chat with the person sitting next to you on the bus for example or overhearing the heated political debate in the pub. There were also definitely times when we got ripped off or paid too much simply because we didn't have the vocabulary to haggle or explain what we wanted. Not a reason not to go to, but next time I would put more effort into brushing up my high school French first.
A narrow country with few tourists, you can drive from the eastern boarder of Togo to the western boarder in around an hour. Real public transport is scarce, instead people take shared taxis in and between the towns. Don't be fooled into thinking standard cars are made for just 4 passengers, in Togo taxi drivers will cram in 6 or 7. Very cosy, especially when it's already 40 degrees outside.
The northern town of Kara is a good place to stop when traveling down into Togo from Burkina Faso. Here you can arrange to visit the Unesco protected village of Koutammakou with its fortress like houses.
Capital city Lomé has a beach but apparently it's not a safe place to hang out. Slightly east of the city the beaches are safer and cleaner, despite being right next to the port, but you'll pay more for the privilege of staying or eating here.
Crossing the boarder into Benin from Togo requires some forward planning as visas are only available in advance from the consulate in Lomé and she only works on Thursday and Friday. We found this out the hard way after arriving in Lomé on Friday and having to wait almost a week before we could apply for our visas. Luckily that gave us time to arrange all the paperwork we needed and it was definitely worth the effort.
Our first stop in Benin was Grand Popo, a small town on the coast where you can easily spend several days relaxing on the beautiful, clean beach. We stayed at Lion Bar where the chilled out owner kept the reggae beats playing and the affordable cocktails flowing.
Ouidah is also worth visiting, again to learn about the awful slave trade history but also because it is the voodoo capital of Benin. A visit to the temple of pythons gives an intriguing insight into some of the local beliefs.
Although not officially the capital, Cotonou is a much more vibrant city than Porto Novo. The suburb of Haie Vive is expat central but has a nice feel to it, a great vegetarian restaurant and a buzzing nightlife.
The main form of transport in Benin is zemi-johns (motorbike taxis) that are easy to find and will speedily get you about, perhaps even faster than you would like.
Should you go to West Africa?
We had a great time in West Africa and I felt like I could have stayed there even longer and explored more countries. After talking to other people I would probably have added on time in the Ivory Coast for the apparently stunning beaches. I don't think I would recommend the region to someone who had never been to Africa before or was only on a short holiday, as it doesn't have as much to offer in terms of wildlife, it's not as easy to meet other backpackers and getting around is very time consuming, but if you really want to get off the beaten track give it a go!
Thanks, Tamsin! So, what do you think? Would you like to travel to West Africa and which country would you go to first? Personally I want to try that local beer and splash in the waterfalls in Burkina Faso. Let us know what you think in the comments below.
Pin It For Later
Thank you for reading. If you liked this, you can sign up to receive updates by entering your email below. Or follow my Instagram here. ♥


text: 2017 Pumpkin Festival The Theme for the 2017 Sycamore Pumpkin Festival is "Pumpkins Across the Decades" Join us for the 56th Sycamore Pumpkin Festival! What started out as an idea by Wally Thurow in 1956 to offer something creative for the students of Sycamore, has grown from a neighborhood display on his front yard into the towns biggest city wide event beginning on Wednesday with the Opening Ceremony and cake cutting. The festival has over 1000 entries in the Lions Decorated Pumpkin Display, 2 carnivals, 2 large indoor craft shows, many non-profit vendors, fireworks on Saturday night, and it concludes with 90 minute parade on Sunday. Click here to view the parade route Don't forget to wave to Kash!! Back to Top

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Tree Service in Monte Sereno
As the seasons change, the look of your yard changes. At Monster Tree Service of the South Bay, we offer tree service in Monte Sereno that will keep your yard looking beautiful.
What can you expect from our tree service in Monte Sereno?
- Creating tree maintenance plans
- Tree trimming and pruning
- Stump grinding and removal
- Bracing and cabling
- Hazardous tree removal and emergency services
In addition to offering these services, we also have ISA Certified Arborists on staff and available at every job site. Therefore, we just don't come out and "cut trees down," we offer a team of professionals who will be able to determine if the tree can be saved or if it is damaged beyond repair. We will also be able to determine the safety and health of the tree and whether or not removing it will affect the stability of your yard or that of your neighbors.
In all, there are a lot of things you should expect from a tree service in Monte Sereno. If you choose us, you will find that our services are not only comprehensive, but that our customer service and knowledge is exemplary.
We Offer Emergency Tree Service in Monte Sereno
During a storm, not only do tree limbs break off, but the tree itself can break. Unfortunately, sometimes they can even fall onto your home, car, neighbor's property or another tree. When this happens, you can count on Monster Tree Service of the South Bay. We offer emergency tree services because we know that not only do you want all trees and limbs removed with haste, but that you want a company that will do it carefully.
Safety Always Comes First At Monster Tree Service
At Monster Tree Service, our priority will always lie in guaranteeing the safety of our workers and clients. Our crews utilize state-of-the-art equipment and dedicate much of their off-time to educating themselves on all of the latest updates and changes within our industry.
To hear more about our tree services available in the Monte Sereno area, please reach out to us today.


text:
Om Nom Nom
(4498 / plays )
Game Tags: 1 Player, Flash, Food, Kids, Mouse Skill
Description of Om Nom Nom game:
This grub sure is hungry, so it's up to you to make sure that every leafy bite counts!
How to play:
Use mouse to play the game.
Add this media to your blog, MySpace or website!


text: Pictures of Uncle Sam can be found either online or at the library. When you think about Uncle Sam, you picture this tall guy wearing a red, white, and blue ensemble. Oh yeah, don't forget the white facial hair that only seemed to cover his chin. You can find more information here:


text:
- Give-Aways & Offers
- Monthly Must Do's
- DIY Project Ideas
- Step-by-Step Guides
- Inspirational Photo Galleries
Well, depending on where one lives, DPCs and DPMs aren't needed. At the same time, depending on where one lives, basements aren't permitted. And again at the same time, sometimes piers are REQUIRED or foundations and footings are prohibited. The long and short of it is 1) American building codes have to be different from EVERYONES (because that's 'our' nature), and 2) environmental conditions here (with probably the exception of the extreme NorthWest), are not the same as in GB. (Kinda just kidding with Item #1 ...)
Anyways, the local codes will 'drive' most of what you can and can't do when it comes to building. Beyond that, if you use materials for 'prevention issues' that aren't required BUT are OK w/the code, the Inspector won't stop you. For example, it may not be required that you lay a DPM under the gravel for an outdoor patio, BUT, if you want to do that as part of your moisture control, you can. The same goes for installing drain tile around the foundation perimeter. Again, as long as what you do isn't a violation of some Code, you shouldn't be 'cited' for that.
I hope this info helps. I do wish you well. You know where to find us. When you do get here, welcome to America!!! My best to ya and hope this helps.
Jay J -Moderator
PS: You might want to consider buying a book or 2 about Building Your Own Home. Amazon.com has TONS of them. (It might be $$$ well spent.) Try to find a book that 'addresses' the type of home you want, the type of conditions you will be working in, and the type of materials you will be using ...
PPS: God Bless America, and GB too!


text:
GraphicRiver Birds Blue Jay Silhouette Vector Set 238335
Stock Vector \ Characters \ Animals
Vectors \ Format \ Bluejay \ Industry \ Illustrator \ Vector \ Editing \ Intended
Stock Vector - Birds Blue Jay Silhouette Vector Set 238335 by vixual @ GraphicRiver
Stock Vector \ Characters \ Animals
This set contains 10 high quality, premium vectors of Bluejay birds in varying poses and angles.
The vectors were created in Adobe Illustrator CS3 and saved in 3 versions.
- native AI CS3 file format
- legacy AI 10 file format
- industry standard EPS file format
All the vector objects were named and layered for easy editing and customization. The files can be opened and edited in any vector design or editing software e.g. Adobe Illustrator, Inkscape etc.
Some sample uses of these vectors are as elements for posters, brochures, identity and cards for any industry/business relating to animals, like petshops, zoos etc. Do refer to the Terms of Usage and usage policies to find out if your intended usage of these vectors is allowed.
Layered: Yes; Graphics Files Included: Vector EPS, AI Illustrator, Flat PNG; Minimum Adobe CS Version: CS.
Birds: Eagle Silhouette Vector Set.
Keywords: animal, bird, black, bluejay, clean, modern, pose, set, silhouette, vector.


text:
After winning Padma Shree recently, Priyanka Chopra has made India proud once again by featuring on the cover of the prestigious magazine, Time: 100 Most Influential People Of The World. Priyanka posted the magazine cover on her Twitter account and wrote, "What a way to start the day! #Time100's list of achievers! Humbled, overwhelmed and feeling so blessed!" You go girl!
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Spotted With Aaradhya; Looks Worried! [Pics]
Bollywood celebs including Shahrukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Aamir Khan and Parveen Babi were also featured on the magazine before.
Check Out All The Pictures Here:
Hollywood sensation Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) also wote something for Priyanka in the magazine. "Before ever meeting Priyanka Chopra, I had heard her name coming out of Bollywood and was impressed: she was beautiful, talented, had made nearly 50 movies, earned multiple awards-a massive star."
These New Hot Pictures Of Malaika Will Surely Make Arbaaz Feel Old!
"Now I'm lucky enough to be working with her on Baywatch. It's an amazing time to watch as she pierces the U.S. market. She has an ability to inspire people to do more and achieve more. When I look at her success from the 50,000-ft. view and see everything that Priyanka has already done, is currently doing and has the desire and the bandwidth to do, I can see that her impact is going to be invaluable," he added.
In a statement to Time, Priyanka Chopra said, "When I was very young, I was 19 and I was doing the first few movies, I remember that my dates weren't working out. My scheduling wasn't working out for a movie with a very big actor. And the producer said, 'Well, she can't work it out, it's fine, we'll just cast someone else. Or, you know what? I'll launch a new girl because girls are replaceable.' I didn't understand it then. But I think subconsciously it really worked on my mind, and I started picking up parts which were strong, which were not just the damsel in distress waiting for someone to rescue me. As much as I like being rescued. Every girl does ... Now 13, 15 years later, whatever, I think that the movies that I do, I'm irreplaceable and the boys are replaceable."


text:
Face to fave vido chet for garl
Face to fave vido chet for garl - Best sex chat without credit card
Deborah Tuerkheimer, a law professor at Northwestern University who previously worked in the New York County District Attorney's office for five years specializing in sex crimes and child abuse, said that if Weiner is prosecuted in New York, he could plausibly be charged with promoting the sexual performance of a child or disseminating indecent material to minors, both of which are non-violent felonies which carry sentences of between one and seven years of probation.
Chatting with a sexy girl you will feel yourself like a macho, like a person who can do any thing.
Live chat with audio and video is the next generation of online customer engagement.
With Live Guide suddenly, the unknown, distant customer service representative is replaced with a personal, consultative and live sales associate, giving customers the same level of service found in brick and mortar situations combined with the convenience and speed of the Internet.
Barbara Ashcroft, a professor of law at Temple University who was previously a member of the Internet Crime Against Children Task Force, a law enforcement network, said that if the allegations against Weiner are true, she would bet the high-profile case would be prosecuted federally, where the charges would bring stiffer sentences.* She said that Weiner could be charged with sexual exploitation of children, which includes "any person who employs, uses, persuades, induces, entices, or coerces any minor to engage in …
any sexually explicit conduct for the purpose of producing any visual depiction of such conduct or for the purpose of transmitting a live visual depiction of such conduct." If Weiner were convicted under this law, he would face between 15 and 30 years in prison.
I lost my cool there are serious racial issues in y'all country," he began.
"Go back to your kale smoothie hot yoga class and boyfriend who cheats on you because [you're] a trash human being with a screwed up POV." Check out the entire back and forth, above.And I was like, 'Yo.' The last thing Ima do is hit a girl. Nah, rest in peace to your meal, sweetheart." The MMG rapper recently had more explaining to do in the form of reading an Instagram user who tried to come at him for his actions. You better be glad is wasn't me, I would have said you hit my wrist." Wale wasn't trying hear it, clapping back, "[You're] a pretentious uppity snob."You're the reason people look at Black men as a real threat," the woman started. You have no right to speak on my people in that way.The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New York Police Department opened investigations into the incident, and prosecutors in the office of U. Attorney Preet Bahara have issued a subpoena for Weiner's cell phone, according to CNN.If the 15-year-old's allegations prove to be true, it would be at the discretion of the prosecutors to decide whether to prosecute the case federally or locally, either in New York, where Weiner resides, or North Carolina, the residence of the unnamed victim.Video chat face to face, communication and the good mood - are the things that every person need for a happy life.


text:
There is now sufficient evidence that shows that mostly black Democratic voters, who voted in Mississippi's Republican primary allowed Thad "Farmyard Fun" Cochran (R-MS) to defeat Chris "Bagger" McDaniel. The InsaniTEA and Theocon wings of the party are screaming bloody murder, saying that only Republican votes should have counted.
Newly released data of the Mississippi runoff for U.S. Senate between Sen. Thad Cochran (R-MS) and state Sen. Chris McDaniel (R) reinforce the claim that Cochran won through a surge of votes from African-Americans and Democrats.
Since the runoff McDaniel and his supporters have complained that McDaniel actually won the Republican vote in the runoff and Cochran was only the winner through getting African Americans and Democrats to vote for him.
As The New York Times' Upshot blog notes, Cochran won 92 percent of the votes in the precincts that are Democratic strongholds. President Barack Obama won 99 percent of the vote in those precincts in 2012. Cochran won those precincts by 3,889 votes, or more than half of his margin of victory in the runoff over all. With those votes, Democratic votes in other parts of the state could have cleanly brought Cochran over the finish line in the runoff, even with Republican voters in those precincts going for McDaniel.
An important data point to keep in mind also is that in historically Democratic-dominant places like Hinds County, one of the most densely populated counties in Mississippi, turnout wasn't especially large (7.4 percent of the 2012 general election numbers) — but with runoff voters going 92 to 8 for Cochran, it would be enough to move the race in Cochran's favor…
Inserted from <TPM>
McDaniel's complaint appears to have some merit. It doesn't make a whole lot of sense to have an open primary, until you understand it's true purpose. Historically, before Republicans sowed the wind by embracing hate-filled TEAbuggery, Republican primaries have featured an uncontested or barely contested candidate, while Democratic primaries have often been more hotly contested. In states with open primaries, Republican voters have crossed the line for years to ensure that the least worthy candidate becomes the Democratic nominee. In some states the Democratic nominee is nothing more than a Republican plant, such as Alvin Green in SC in 2010. Republicans have been trying for years to get Oregon to adopt an open primary without success.
So what we have here is nothing more that an old Republican dirty trick at work. That it is causing Republicans grief could not be more appropriate.
Anyway, now we know how to keep Thad Cochran off the Senate floor. Just put a in the Senate cloak room.
13 Responses to "Blacks Beat the Bagger"
In a good way, they stacked the deck for the November elections and the TeapublicanTs don't like it. too bad!
Doesn't Mississippi have something in their Constitution that votes by Negroes don't count – or at least don't count more than 3/5? McDaniel Wins!
Or was that just the wishful thinking of the fine folks of Mississippi? (And in my best Souther accent – and with all its Southern meaning – I just want to say, "Bless their hearts!")
The residents of Mississippi, and even many commenters here, should pay some attention to election law as it pertains to primaries, and should note that it differes by state. However, I know of NO state where it is illegal for a member of one party to vote in the primary of the other, provided that person is willing to give up voting in their own primary – and provided they make this decision early enough.
In my state, Colorado, we currently have closed primaries. If you want to vote in the primary of the opposite pary, you can, but you must change your registration 30 days prior to the date of the primary in order to do so. Registered Independents don't have the 30 day restriction technically, but now they we are all mail ballot, they probably do in practice. But if you jump through the hoops, your vote is perfectly legal. In the 38 years I have lived in Colorado, I have done it once.
Mississippi has one kind of open primary. No matter how you are registered, you may vote in any one primary, but only in one. This is why the votes of Democrats for Cochran are perfectly legal. I don't see that you can even call it a dirty trick when the law is set up specifically to allow it. If they don't like it, they should be working on changing the law – not whining
The other kind of open primary is the "jungle primary." There is ONE primary ballot and every candidate is on it. The top two vote getters, regardless of party, go onto the November ballot. Louisiana is one state that has this kind of primary. Look at how well it works for them – not. I believe in California – JL will correct me if I am wrong – they can somehow choose by Congressional District what kind of primary to have, and some Districts (District 31? My memory is not what it was) have a jungle primary.
You might think it would be easier if all primaries worked the same way, and I would agree with you, but that is not how it is currently done. We need to work with the law as it is, not how we think it ought to be, and if we don't like it, we ought to change it.
Hoist on their own pitard..I love it when a dirty plan skewers the planners! 😉
In Kentucky you can only vote in the primary of the party you are registered with, unless you change your registration thiry days prior to the election.
My son lives in Ms. Another blue living in a red state. He told me that Cochran was the lesser of the two evils and had treated the black community better than most of the other politicians in the state.
I love it when they get bitten by their own rules.
It`s tough when one gets bitten on the ass by one`s own snake! More power to the ass biting snakes! Keep on biting!
I wonder if Republicanus/Teabaggers like the sounds of backfires? I ask only because they should get used to it if they keep following their same path.
~~Since the runoff McDaniel and his supporters have complained that McDaniel actually won the Republican vote in the runoff and Cochran was only the winner through getting African Americans and Democrats to vote for him.
Tea-Bags pissed off the Snake… 😆
[…] Blacks Beat the Bagger. […]
Sorry, the comment form is closed at this time.


text:
"Last chance to be a millionaire: see what new Belarusian money will look like!
Belarus will cut four zeros from its money on 1 July 2016. Coins will appear.
There will be seven denominations - 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 rubles, as well as eight coin denominations - 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 kopeikas, 1 and 2 rubles.
The new desing of money follows the idea "My country Belarus". Each banknote will be dedicated to one of the regions of Belarus in alphabetic order: the 5 ruble banknote will show the imega of Brest region, 10 rubles - the image of Vitebsk region and so on.
Coins will have the Coat of arms on the obverse and the denomination number on the reverse.
From 1 July 2016 to 31 December 2016 old and new money will be used simultaneously and will be accepted in kinds of payments without restriction.
After that old banknotes can be replaced by new ones without restrictions and additional fees in the period from 1 January 2017 to 31 December 2019 at the National Bank, banks and non-bank credit and financial institutions of Belarus. In the period from 1 January 2020 to 31 December 2021 they can be replaced at the National Bank."
Original article : http://news.tut.by/finance/471405.html


text:
The OPSIS System measures multiple gases over an open path, using the DOAS (Differential Optical Absorption Spectrosocopy) technique. It can be configured to measure multiple gases in one system including NO, NO2, SO2, O3, Benzene, Toluene, Xylene, Formaldehyde, NH3 etc.
Want to know more about Ambient Stations? Contact Anders.
"The measurements are working fine"
Read the full case here >>
"We see a lot of benefits with OPSIS BOO"
"We have always been interested in the air quality here in Trelleborg and we have had air quality measurements since the beginning of the 90's".
The OPSIS Build Own Operate (BOO) concept allows the customer to using the data. and OPSIS takes full responsibility of site preparation, installation, maintenance, operation, calibration, data handling, and the reports. OPSIS ensures that the system is running and delivers monitoring data with high reliability.
The OPSIS open-path monitoring system is an accurate and reliable tool for monitoring the air quality, fugitive emissions and gas leaks at industrial sites.
With OPSIS WT256 Web Logger, you have easy access to measurement data wherever you are and whenever you want.
Box 244
SE-244 02 Furulund
Phone: +46 46 72 25 00
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
Read more
© Opsis AB. OPSIS and are registered trademarks of Opsis AB. | Legal notice


text:
Psiphon is a tool designed for smart phones and Windows PC's which allows the users to bypass the censorship that their service provider has set and surfed the part of the web that is not allowed to be accessed in their part of the world.
Psiphon is a product of the Psiphon Inc. To provide you with uncensored access to Internet content, Psiphon utilizes VPN, SSH and HTTP Proxy technology that your Psiphon client will automatically come to know about new access points in order to maximize your chances of the bypassing censorship set by your internet service provider or your government.
Psiphon is designed to maximize your reach on the internet, provide the borderless experience so you do not get held back because of the censorship but Psiphon should not be confused as an online security tool. Psiphon, in no way, increase your online privacy, it only works as a circumvention tool to maximize your chances of bypassing censorship.
To run the application you may require rooting your phone, KingRoot, SuperSu and Root Explorer are two of the most popular rooting application in the industry so far.
What is Psiphon?
Psiphon is an open source VPN (Virtual Private Network) utility tool which helps in unblocking sites or apps (to download) which can be accessed in only specific countries and also sites and apps which are blocked in your country. Psiphon is one of the best free VPN services out there just because it delivers what its meant to. Psiphon being an open source project means that you can modify (developers only and package must be signed) as you prefer by adding different servers if need be.
Psiphon Features
- Psiphon allows you to bypass the censorship set by your internet service provider or your government.
- You can surf websites that are blocked in your country.
- You can watch YouTube videos that are not available in your country.
More Apps:
TutuApp – Download paid apps for free.
AdAway – Browse ad-free experience.
TUTUApp – Paid android apps for free.
Download Psiphon 3
Download Psiphon for Android Download Psiphon for PC
- You can download the Psiphon app directly from the official Google Play Store or you can use our provided working download links if you are unable to access play store.
- Locate the downloaded Psiphon APK file on your android and install it on your android smart phone and click install.
- Open the installed Psiphon app , select your country. Select from the options that you want to bypass like HTTP and click connect.
- Now you can surf the websites that are blocked in your country on your android device easily, Enjoy!


text:
On the Terror and the Terrorist at Fort Hood
Photos by Rachel Rodemann · Times Record
A statue of the Greek goddess Hebe, goddess of youth and happiness, is backlit by sun streaming through yellow leaves in front of the Crawford County Courthouse in Van Buren.
Autumn continues in its beauty despite all the ugliness in the world.
The murderous rampage at Fort Hood this past Thursday, committed by an Islamist Army officer who had made his hatred of our country quite apparent, is a stark reminder that we have enemies in our midst who take advantage of the freedom and opportunities our country offers in order to plan and carry out their jihadist attacks.
The response by the media and the political elite to the horrific terror attack on our nations Best class of American was unfortunately, quite predictable.
President Obama, who quickly jumped to conclusions when his friend, Henry Louis Gates was arrested by a white law officer, instructed his shocked fellow Americans to not jump to conclusions about the killing and the killer.
Jules Crittendon suggests that purple hearts should be awarded to the dead and wounded at Fort Hood because they were attacked by a a traitor who should be charged with desertion, treason and terrorism charges. (as well as murder)
Is any of the above very likely to be offically recognized? No. No matter what is learned about his motivation, in all likelihood he will be treated as a murder defendant in either a civilian or a military court … possibly with an insanity or bullying defense such as we're already seeing explored on his behalf … rather than as a committed jihadi, an unlawful combatant, a terrorist, a deserter who aided and abetted the enemy, and a traitor who took up arms against his nation. It's a push Republican lawmakers and those Democrats who agree could take up, that would command a lot of public support. Politicization of justice? Tell me that hasn't happened already in this country. I'd call it a simple demand for justice. We owe it to the dead and the wounded to acknowledge why and under what circumstances they died and bled.
Kevin McCullough at Townhall.com writes about Obama's apathetic response to the terror at Fort Hood.
In his remarks President Obama called for everyone to remain calm and to not jump to conclusions about the cause, rationale, and motivation behind the shooting incident.
Evidently what President Obama meant was for the average American to disengage their mind from the truth his lying eyes and ears easily showed them.
Within the hour Stephen Hayes reported on "the panel" on Fox News' Special Report that sources inside the Obama administration's FBI leadership had confirmed that the investigation was not to be giving any discussion to the possible merits of connecting the shooting at Ft. Hood to terrorism.
The news media immediately sought out the relatives of Major Nidal Malik Hasan to get their response and it was typical. Hasan was a gentle soul said his cousin. He had been harrassed by his fellow soldiers said his aunt.
Hence, the template: America is to blame. We can't be trusted to come to our own conclusions.
The New York Times followed the template like a ballet dancer practicing her choreography.
Soldiers are violent and the violence they commit in the name of their country can cause their minds to snap. So says Erica Goode of the New York Times.
There is no evidence of terror says the Times.
None at all. Just a shortage of therapists, saith the shriveled old gray lady.
Evan Thomas didn't express his outrage over the domestic terrorism at Fort Hood, instead he was more concerned that the killer is a Muslim and the right wing will be inflamed.
CAIR brought up the rear.
On Thursday night, CAIR Executive Director Nihad Awad told a news conference the alleged Fort Hood attacker's motive remained unknown.
"We urge all Americans to remain calm in reaction to this tragic event and to demonstrate once again what is best about America — our nation's ability to remain unified even in times of crisis," Awad said. "We urge national political and religious leaders and media professionals to set a tone of calm and unity.
"Unfortunately, based on past experience, we also urge American Muslims, and those who may be perceived to be Muslim, to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves, their families and their religious institutions from possible backlash." (Rantburg)
J.R. Dunn at the American Thinker explains the role the left has played in our war on terror.
Here is an excerpt:
We know where it led to. We have reached the point where successful programs are being abandoned, where national defense has taken a back seat, and where decent men out to protect their homes and fellow citizens are being targeted for legal sanction. The left has gained a shoddy and partial triumph. Though they could not destroy the despised Bush administration or throw away Iraq, they have the consolation prize of shutting down all those evil programs and betraying the people of Afghanistan. No fall of Saigon or Watergate this time around, but they'll make do.
Michelle Malkin asks, "Why do we have to read British papers to get Ft. Hood jihadist news?!"
How odd that the U.S. military and the lame stream media haven't picked up on this very telling fact.
Report: Hasan attended same radical mosque as 9/11 hijackers;
Yet another British publication tells us what the American media will not.
Sadly, there hasn't been much news coverage of those killed and injured at Fort Hood. The names were just released by the Department of Defense yesterday but Fox News has a piece on the Americans who were killed.
Crickets chirp at MSNBC.
Nothing here either.
If you look really hard you can find the list at ABC.
Fort Hood's Deceased
The fatal victims of the Ft. Hood shooting, as released by the Department of Defense on Saturday
* 1. Lt. Col. Juanita Warman, 55, Havre de Grace, MD
* 2. Maj. Libardo Caraveo, 52, Woodbridge, VA
* 3. Cpt. John P. Gaffaney, 54, San Diego, CA
* 4. Cpt. Russell Seager, 41, Racine, WI
* 5. Staff Sgt. Justin Decrow, 32, Plymouth, IN
* 6. Sgt. Amy Krueger, 29, Kiel, WI
* 7. Spc. Jason Hunt, 22, Tillman, OK
* 8. Spc. Frederick Greene, 29, Mountain City, TN
* 9. PFC Aaron Nemelka, 19, West Jordan, UT
* 10. PFC Michael Pearson, 22, Bolingbrook, IL
* 11. PFC Kham Xiong, 23, St. Paul, MN
* 12. Pvt. Francheska Velez, 21, Chicago, IL
* 13. Michael G. Cahill, Cameron, TX [civilian]
Associated Press list of victims.
My thoughts and prayers are with all the soldiers and families of the dead and the wounded.
Trackback URL for this post:
1 Comment »
No comments yet.
Leave a comment
RSS feed for these comments. |
Trackback URL for this post:


text:
Manhattan, New York (PressExposure) July 10, 2009 -- Over the past few years, liposuction has seen tremendous improvements in technique and refinements. New to this field is the BodyTite - a sophisticated RFAL (Radio-frequency Assisted Liposuction) technology device introduced by Invasix. The advantages of BodyTite⢠liposuction procedure are many. The good news is that BodyTite⢠liposuction procedure can remove substantial quantities of fat that you have been trying to lose for years â all without painful injections and scars.
BodyTite⢠Provides Excellent Aesthetic Results with Less Downtime
The areas that can be treated with BodyTite⢠body contouring device include: thighs, buttocks, love handles, abdominal areas, hips, knees, and more. This unique, sophisticated body contouring device wins over other liposuction techniques in terms of safety, speed, and effectiveness. This procedure strives to provide immediate aesthetic results with less downtime, and this is one of its great advantages. The device has an efficient design and incorporates many safety features.
BodyTite⢠comes with a bipolar radiofrequency hand piece and an RFAL computer device. BodyTite⢠liposuction utilizes bipolar radiofrequency energy to accurately control the direction as well as the amount of energy applied on the fat deposits, blood vessels and dermis.
Benefits of BodyTite⢠Liposuction Procedure
⢠Superior body contouring and firming results ⢠Minimal downtime ⢠Less traumatic ⢠Minimal discomfort ⢠Painless procedure
The BodyTite⢠Radio-frequency Assisted Liposuction system is the first patent pending device awaiting FDA approval. Plastic surgeons at bodySCULPT⢠have been selected to lead the IRB study in New York for FDA approval. For more information regarding the BodyTite⢠liposuction procedure, please log on to the website http://www.bodysculpt.com.


text:
A maximum field of 16 fillies and mares tackled the $200,000 Magic Millions Fillies & Mares Handicap (1300m) at the Gold Coast on Saturday, with outside chance Endless Shadow emerging victorious.
The Chris Waller-trained race favourite Champagne Cath was one of the first to leave the gates while a fair way back Endless Shadow was gathering speed in a hurry.
With 600 metres left to run, Zippity Lass was the leader half a length from Stolen Kisses. Into the straight, Champagne Cath made her move coming quickly up the outside followed by Endless Shadow.
The pair fought for the lead along with Anna Lizzie who had snuck her way in but ultimately Peter Hulbert's six-year-old mare won a length in front of Anna Lizzie with a photo finish between the mare and Champagne Cath.
Local favourite jockey Tegan Harrison rode the $19 hopeful a treat, making her way over from the second widest gate, delivering her late when the leaders just ran out of steam.
"We were pretty wide the whole trip but she was jogging back in distance so she was just fit enough to be tough at the end," Harrison said following the race.
"I won a lot of races on the horse the last time she was in Brisbane but since she's been with Pete I've had no luck even though he's done a fantastic job with her.
"I got the ride on her today and she's coming back to her best, he's obviously worked her out and I hope they have a lot of fun together."
Hulbert really liked Endless Shadow's chances last week when she was runner-up in the Fillies & Mares Benchmark 85 Handicap (1400m) at the Gold Coast. The trainer just had to wait another week for the emotional victory.
"This is outstanding," he said.
"To do it on Magic Millions Day is unbelievable."
His training partner son Will noted that the soft track conditions worked in the mare's favour.
"We've been praying for rain all week but this is probably the best she's ever gone."
The Magic Millions Filles & Mares Handicap was Endless Shadow's 43rd start and just seventh win. She will receive a great injection of $114,000 to her total prizemoney of $161,000.


text:
Let's Stay in Touch
Mailing Address
PO Box 55
Waterbury, VT 05676
Phone & Fax
phone: 888-287-8530
fax: 802-649-1041
David Oliver Relin's unforgettable story of how two men with a shared dream are changing the world, one pair of eyes at a time is now available in paperback.Learn more
The Himalayan Cataract Project works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness in the developing world.Receive Our Newsletter
News, stories, and updates from the field.
Make a donation online, learn how to support our work, perform due diligence, and learn more about our approach.Receive Our Newsletter
PO Box 55
Waterbury, VT 05676
phone: 888-287-8530
fax: 802-649-1041
Become part of our online family on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, and stay up to date on all HCP News & Events.
The Himalayan Cataract Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Principal photography provided by Ace Kvale, Michael Amendolia, and other photojournalists who have generously supported our work.
Site design and development by Flannel


text:
60 years ago some thought TV commercials were a waste of time and money. Is history repeating itself with social media?
I know comparing commercials to social media is not apples to apples but its close enough for my purposes. Flash forward to 2011: with over 300 million Twitter users, it offers an even bigger audience than TV did back in the day.
So why isn't everyone advertising on social media? The reasons range from lack of staff or time to lack of analysis or return on investment (ROI).
1. Let's tackle a commercial's ROI
As humans, we are generally skeptical of new things. No one believed that advertising on television would be as successful as it is now, nor did the Internet grow by leaps and bounds when it first started. Advertising on social media (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, etc.) is relatively new, but it is no more an instantaneous lift than a burger commercial: no one runs out to buy the burger right then.
Like planting a seed, one must wait for social media advertising to grow and mature. Unless your product, service or advertising sucks, you will realize traffic, and in turn sales. Do not become a slave to the peaks and trends of your Twitter analytics. Instead, use your energy to establish yourself.
2. Have a strategy
Gather a strong group of followers by posting for a few weeks before you start selling yourself or your product, and repost subject matter that interests you. You now have a foothold to build on, and should learn from mom-and-pop stores:
a) Treat each customer with respect and you can count on their return business.
b) Show you have nothing to hide and your honesty by settling complaints immediately and publicly.
Track your social media efforts with tools like Google Analytics Social or Twitalyzer. Paid versions are available, but if you are a small business why spend money when it's not necessary?
Tools like Crowdbooster will tell you the best times to post or tweet to increase engagement. What you post is up to you, but ensure it is not garbage that leaves readers wanting more (you know what I mean). If you present yourself in a professional manner, respect others, engage and share great content, you won't have any problems attracting followers and making sales.
If you follow thousands, have thousands of followers without sales, you made some errors in judgment on who to follow; you need to find your target audience.
3. Did you do your research?
No way, research!?
Yes, way. Topsy, Kurrently and even Twitter have sentiment search capabilities: see who comes up in a search for your service and/or product, and follow or engage them.
Snow shovels don't sell in Florida, so don't follow 'robots' and expect to run up your sales. Be logical and market smart – if you have a niche, follow it. Analytics, search sentiment, good curation of relevant stories to share and timing may be the difference between open for, or out of business.
Bottom line
Consider what was going through Joseph Bulova's mind when he signed a contract for the first-ever TV commercial. Did people think he was wasting his time? Bulova went on to become a household name and the man himself was considered a great business mind…
Be a pioneer – do not let lack of ROI stop you when you see potential value, but always do your homework. The great ones always had a well thought out business plan even when the value was unknown.
Think of those who, at the time, reached millions through little-known channels like billboards, magazines and direct mail. Look at Jay Baer and Peter Cashmore, who make great livings from advertising on relative newcomer social media. I am sure they both would say they treated social media as a business capable of great profits because they saw value.
Thank you for your interest, please keep in mind the above article is comparing analysis of social media now to television commercials 60 years ago, I AM NOT comparing it to our ability to run analysis on commercials today.


text:
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer. They allow us to distinguish you from other users
when you visit this site and to provide helpful features such as your recent searches. Cookies themselves
do not contain any personal information, and Infotel does not use cookies to collect personal information.
Book online or call +44 (0)1775 843417 at standard rates.
Opposite Blackpool Beach, Sandford Promenade is just 10 minutes' walk from Blackpool Pleasure Beach. With free parking and cooked breakfasts, the hotel has a games room, sun lounge and bar. The individual rooms at Sandford each have a private bathroom and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms have wonderful sea views, and all feature tea/coffee facilities and a radio. The lounge bar serves light meals, snacks and beverages, and there is also a dining room. Full English breakfasts are served daily, and the games room features a pool table and slot machines. With a central location, just metres from the sandy beach, Sandford Promenade Hotel is a 20-minute walk from Blackpool Tower. South Pier is a 10-minute walk and North Pier is 20 minutes' walk away.
Our secure connection ensures your details are protected.
Your details are only used to guarantee your booking and nothing else.
You will pay absolutely no booking fees - You pay the hotel direct and
we won't charge you a single penny.
Would you like to know more?
You can find further information in our Privacy Statement
and Terms & Conditions
These are general hotel policies for
Sandford Hotel.
As they may vary per room type; please also check the room description.
Telephone +44 (0)1775 843417 at standard rates
Infotel™ is a division of Infotel Solutions Ltd.Copyright © 2018. All rights reserved.
Registered Office: Infotel Solutions Ltd, DFC House, Boston Road, Gosberton, Spalding, Lincs UK PE11 4NR For further information visit www.infotelsolutions.com
Desktop | Mobile


text:
Have you recently moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma? How did I get here? Where are the people? Where is the traffic? Why does the tea come iced? Why are these grocery cashiers, security guards, complete strangers acting so very friendly towards me? I could go on…
This is a dining survival guide just for you. If you can eat well, you can survive anything. We have included the most consistent restaurants for various occasions. It is a short list. And there is a reason.
Never try a restaurant at random when driving around town. If you visit an ethnic restaurant, you should discuss the menu with the owner and tell them that you want "authentic Chinese" or "authentic Indian" food. They might make you something special or at the very least suggest the best dishes.
Please call and double check the hours before visiting these places. It's fairly common for a decent restaurant to go out of business. They could also be taking the summer off. I'm not kidding.
Finally, Tulsa diners should remember that one or two good dishes make a restaurant here great. Do not become complacent and order just anything on the menu.
Best Dressy Restaurants
Stonehorse Cafe and Market
1748 Utica Square
Tulsa, OK 74114
Hours: Tues-Sat, 11:00 am-10:00 pm
Steak and seafood dishes are solid. Desserts are very good. The menu rarely changes. Vegetarians will appreciate the wonderful salads and vegetable side dishes but they sometimes sneak bacon fat into stuff so please ask if it matters to you.
The Brasserie Restaurant and Bar
3509 S Peoria
Tulsa, OK 74105
Hours: Monday 11am – 9pm
Tuesday thru Saturday 11am – midnight
Sunday 10am – 9 pm
Opened in September of 2006, this newcomer is showing promise. Their desserts are not their strong suit.
Asian Restaurants
PF Changs
1980 East 21st Street
Tulsa, OK 74114
Hours: Open everyday 11:00 am-10:00 pm
Yes this is a chain but it is fairly consistent, which is rare for Tulsa.
6193 E. 61st Street
Tulsa, OK 74136
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week
Suggested: Sichuan Chicken, Tofu Boa (vegetarian). Owner Helen Zhou will customize any dish for your needs. We cannot guarantee each entrée.
BE LE Vegetarian
6634 S. Lewis Avenue
Tulsa OK 74136
Hours: M-F 11-2:30, 5 – 9 pm, Sat 11-9
This is one of a handful of strict vegetarian restaurants in Tulsa. It is basic Asian stir-fry with various sauces for the most part. There is soy is just about everything. The refers to items as Chicken (soy) or Pork (wheat) even though it is actually vegetarian. This is designed to make meat-lovers comfortable. There are not many true vegetarians in town.
Recommended dishes: Spring Rolls, Triple Delight, Soy Pork and Soy Shrimp dishes.
Ri Le
4932 E 91st St # 102
Tulsa, OK 74137
Hours: open from 11:00 am-9:30 pm, closed on Sunday
The owner of this restaurant (Ri) is a vegetarian and they have some dishes, like sesame soy chicken, that are not on the menu. So please consult your server.
Middle Eastern
4123 S. Sheridan Road
Tulsa, OK 74145
Hours: Tues.-Thurs (10:00 am-5:00 pm), Fri. (10:00 am-9:00 pm, Sat. (11:00 am-4:00pm) Closed on Sunday & Monday
Suggested dishes: Greek salad, spinach pie, dips and pita.
Halim and Mimi's Deli (Lebanese)
2615 E 11th St
Tulsa, OK 74104
Hours: Weekdays 11:00 am-3:00 pm, some Fridays from 5-7
Closed Sat. and Sun. and most of the summer
Indian Restaurants
India Palace
6963 S. Lewis
Tulsa, OK 74136
Hours: Open everyday- 11;00 am-2;30 pm and 5:00 pm-10;00 pm
Try the Paneer Makhni, Dal Makhni or Baigan Bharta. They serve meat dishes as well. You may want to request white meat chicken if you prefer it. If you ask they will make you Podhina Raita (Mint Yogurt).
India Corner
6122 South Garnett Road
Tulsa, OK 74103
Hours: Open everyday 9:00 am-2:00 pm and 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
This is a family-run restaurant with a tiny dining space. It's best to ask the owner what to order. They have a wide variety of Indian sweets here as well.
Desi Wok
3966 South Hudson Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74135
Hours: Everyday- 11;00 am-10:00pm
Try the sag and curry dishes.
Mexican Restaurants
You cannot have ambience and decent Mexican food together in Tulsa. And if you are a strict vegetarian, please consider learning to cook Mexican food.
El Rio Verde
38 N. Trenton
Tulsa, OK 74120
Hours: Open everyday 8:30 am-9:30 pm
La Hacienda
4518 S. Peoria
Tulsa, OK 74105
Hours: Mon-Fri. (10:00 am-9:00 pm.) Sat. and Sun. (8:00 am-9:00 p-m)
Doe's Eat Place
1350 E. 15th St.
Tulsa, OK 74120
Hours: Mon-Sat. 5:00 pm-9:00 pm, closed on Sunday
Fleming's Prime Steak House & Wine Bar
1976 Utica Square
Tulsa, OK 74114
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. (5:00 pm-10:00 pm) Fri. & Sat. (5:00 pm-11:00 pm) & Sun. (5:00 pm-9:00 pm)
Texas Roadhouse (Casual)
11111 E. 71st St.
Tulsa, OK 74011
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. (4:00 pm-10:00 pm) Fri. & Sat. (11:00 am-11:00 pm) Sun. (11:00 am-10:00 pm)
Casual Italian
There are several upscale Italian restaurants in town but none of them have consistently good food.
Gina and Guiseppe's (at the Riverwalk)
400 Riverwalk Terrace
Jenks, OK 74037
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11:00am-9:pm
Fri. and Sat. 11:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday 11:00am - 4:00pm
This is the best restaurant in the Riverwalk. It is not terrific, but it is the only fairly consistent place there.
Suggested: Order Pizza but ask for "half the normal amount of cheese". The grilled vegetable salad is terrific. Their chicken breast special was very good. The pasta and other traditional dishes are underwhelming
Warning: Do not eat Mexican Food at the Riverwalk. The restaurant is terrible!
Mario's Pizzeria
3323 E 51ST Street
Tulsa, OK 74135
Weekdays 11 – 2 & 4-9
Sat 11 – 9:30
Sun 4:30 – 8:30
Albert G's on South Harvard.
2748 South Harvard Ave
Tulsa, OK 74114-5944
Mon-Sat 11am-8:30pm
This is literally an old gas station converted into a BBQ joint. If you have never had BBQ, you may be shocked when your meat arrives on a plastic tray (no plate) with white bread and side dishes. The smoked chicken dinner is only available on Wednesday and Saturdays.
Kokoa Chocolatier
3410 South Peoria Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74105
Hours: Tues, Wed 10 – 5:30
Thurs, Fri, Sat 10 - 11
This is an amazing coffee and dessert location. They are also open for lunch. Plus, they have a truly gourmet private dinner party one evening a month that you can attend. It's a prix fix menu developed by chef and owner Steven Howard.
Suggested: Truffles, Chocolate Pot de Crème, Chocolate covered gingersnaps. Order what was baked that day.
Nordaggio's Coffee Inc
This coffee house serves wonderful gelato. There are two locations in Tulsa.
• 300 Riverwalk Terrace Suite 120, Jenks, OK 74037 (918) 392-9944
Hours: M-F (8:00 am-11:00 pm) Sat. (9:00 am-midnight) Sun.(10:00 am-11:00 pm)
• 8156C South Lewis Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74137 918) 296-5288
Hours: M-F (7:00 am-midnight) Sat (9:00 am-1:00 am) Sun.(10:00 am-midnight)
Tulsa Landmarks
White River Fish Market
1708 N Sheridan Rd
Tulsa, OK 74115
Hours: Monday – Thursday till 8pm, Friday and Saturday till 8:30 pm
Founded in 1932, this seafood restaurant is a true landmark. The fresh fish is on display as you order your meal. Fish dinners come with 2 sides and their fried hush puppies. This place is near the airport so it's perfect to visit before or after a flight.
Queenies Plus
1834 Utica Square
Tulsa, OK 74114
Hours: M-F 7:00am-7:00pm
Sat. 7:00am-6:00pm
Sun. 9:00am-2:00pm
A landmark for ladies who lunch. Queenies has wonderful salads, soups and homemade desserts. The service is better if you take-out!
Decent Brunch when entertaining Guests
Palace Cafe
1301 E. 15th St
Tulsa, OK 74120
Hours: Tues.-Thurs. 11:00am-2:30 pm and 5:30 pm-10:00 pm
Fri. & Sat. 11:00am-2:30 & 5:30 pm-11:00 pm
Sundays 9:00am-2:00pm, Closed on Monday
La Villa Restaurant At Philbrook (at the Philbrook Museum)
2727 South Rockford Road
Tulsa, OK 74114
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-2pm
Sunday Brunch 11am-2pm
A beautiful setting for a meal. Come early to brunch so they don't run out of your favorite dessert!
Thai Food, Sushi
We cannot recommend any restaurants
Specialty Food Stores
Laxmi Spices of India
5555 East 41st Street, Tulsa, OK 74135
(918) 270-1555
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11:30am-8:00pm, Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm
Tulsa Oriental Market
11320 East 21st Street, Tulsa, OK 74129
(918) 437-3022
Hours: Everyday from 9:30am-8:00pm
La Donna's Fancy Foods
1523 E 15th St
Tulsa, OK 74120
(918) 582-1523 Hours: M-Tues-W-F: 10:00am-6:00pm Thurs. 10:00am-8:00pm Sat. 9:00am-5:00pm Closed on Sunday
Wonderful cheeses, chocolate, teas and specialty ingredients
Stonehorse Market
1748 Utica Square
Tulsa, OK 74114
Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10:00am-7:00pm Closed on Sun. and Mon.
Excellent quality meat and fish to cook at home plus pre-made items like pate.
Wild Oats
1401 E. 41st St
Tulsa, OK 74105
Hours: Everyday from 8:00am-10:00pm


text:
Prefab house is one kind of temporary office or living building. The usage is just like a house, and the lifespan(about 4-8 years) and strength is less than a normal house we see.
So why we need to use this kind of house? When we start a project, the temporary living and office need to be done in advance. People will choose a way of less cost to fulfill their need, so prefab house is the best choice.
Normally prefab house is installed with light steel structures and panels. The panels are divided into roof panels and wall panels with windows and doors.
About installation, one standard 3.6*6 meters house can be done in 2 hours by 4 skilled workers.
About recycling, it can be reused for once.


text:
VideoHive Landscape Drawing 5620249
Stock Footage \ Industrial
Landscape \ Exterior \ Drawing \ Architect \ Elements \ Bushes \ Office \ Crayons
Stock Footage - Landscape Drawing 5620249 by Primus1 @ VideoHive
Stock Footage \ Industrial
Woman landscape architect in her studio drawing plans of new house exterior with house, pool, bushes, road and other elements of exterior.
Alpha Channel: No; Looped Video: No; Frame Rate: 29.97; Resolution: 1920x1080; Video Encoding: H.264; File Size: 170mb; Total Clip(s) Length: 0:31.
White Snowman; Christmas Eve; Diamond Ethernet X; Diamond Ethernet IX; Diamond Ethernet VIII; Diamond Ethernet VII; Diamond Ethernet VI.
Keywords: architect, blue, colorful, crayons, draw, drawing, landscape, office, paper, person, plan, print, sketch, sketching, woman.
Download Link


text:
The Freycinets' Australian connections
Henry de Saulses de Freycinet
When the French are spoken of, in or around Australia, the first name that comes to mind is "La Pérouse" or "d'Entrecasteaux". This shows that there is a large gap in knowledge of French expeditions and involvement in the Australian history, in my view.
Indeed there had been many French expeditions to Australia during the 18th and 19th centuries. Of course the La Pérouse expedition is the one that has been the most spoken off due to the mystery behind the disappearance of the ship and its crew. A French legend says that Louis XVI's last words were to ask, "Do we have any news of Monsieur de La Pérouse?" This legend, amongst others, carries the idea that he was one of the great explorers of Australia, which in my view is quite wrong. Indeed he was a great seaman, but his accomplishments are not related to any expedition to Australia.
Monsieur d'Entrecasteaux's fate was as tragic as La Pérouse's. In the search for the latter, he died on the expedition and so did not return to France. Nonetheless his expedition has left an everlasting imprint on Australian shores, and the quality of his surveys of the coast meant his charts were used by other seamen long after him.
The Baudin expedition was definitely one of the most interesting voyages to Australia in those days. It produced the first full map of the Australian shores, nearly as we know them today. It also produced an incredible amount of scientific materials, from live animals to plants, sketches, anthropological studies, and an incredible amount of documentation relating to the exploration of Australia.
Louis-Henri and Louis-Claude de Freycinet were members of the Baudin expedition and left a significant mark in Australian and French history. They were both born in a small village named Saulces-sur-Rhône, situated near Montélimar in the south east of France. The family house, "Freycinet", can still been seen today, although it is no longer in the family's possession.
Figure 1 "Freycinet"- The Freycinet Ancestral Home
Louis-Henri and Louis-Claude's father was in the silk trade in those days, he was from a bourgeois background rather than an aristocratic one. He gave his sons a very broad education and both of them soon developed a taste for the sciences and showed early aptitudes for this. At the age of ten, Henri (Louis-Henri, but to facilitate comprehension we will call him Henri and his brother Louis) wrote a letter to Buffon, who was the King's botanist, to ask him in a naïve way, how he managed to accumulate his knowledge, and asking when in Paris, if he could visit his office to be instructed in such science. Sadly Buffon, already at an advanced age, died before he could reply to the two brothers.
They also had another brother, Casimir, who followed a different path and who had a son whose career in French politics was one of the longest in history.
At the end of the 18th century there was a lot of political unrest in France following the Revolution, which made things complicated and at times dangerous across the country. Louis Desaulses decided to take his sons to Toulon to enrol them in the French Navy, which in those days was at the head of scientific research, and so it fitted well with the two brothers scientific aspirations.
They embarked for the first time as lieutenants 3rd class, on the 27th of January 1794, on the vessels L'Heureux (Henri was 15 and Louis was 13 ½ at the time). They would sail during the next six years on various ships, distinguishing themselves in combat, mostly against the British Empire. From that point on they in fact served 11 consecutive years on the same ships or expeditions, which underline the closeness between them.
Henri's first command was of a schooner named La Biche in March 1800. His mission was to protect a Spanish fleet, being readied for an attack on England, which was anchored in the bay at Brest. But during the night an English cutter came upon them and after a fierce battle off Lanvéoc (which is now where the French Navy Officer's school is located), Henri claimed his first victory and his first injury, to his arm.
They then both embarked in October 1800 on the Baudin expedition, Henri on the Géographe and Louis on the Naturaliste. Unfortunately the expedition did not fulfil its expectations, mainly due to Baudin's inability to command both naval officers and scientists. The art of commanding a ship is one that takes a long time to learn, and for Baudin, however good a merchant navy captain he was, this expedition proved to be an uneasy one for him. While this may be perfectly understandable when looking back on it, alas Louis and Péron, who completed and published the atlas, were not so forgiving at the time.
Nonetheless, the two brothers showed great aptitude during this voyage and Louis was given his first command in Port Jackson. The schooner Casuarina was bought so they could get closer to the shore and establish more accurate readings. The Naturaliste was sent back to France, due to so many losses among the crew on the expedition and Baudin, very wisely, wanted to send back specimens that might not be able to endure a longer journey.
Baudin died in the Île de France (now known as Mauritius) on the way back. Henri was to take command of the expedition for the rest of the journey but Milius was given the command by the Admiral Linois who was in Île de France then. It is interesting to see that Henri followed Milius on other occasions, but they remained good friends. His posting as Governor of the Île Bourbon also followed Milius, and similarly in French Guyana.
Figure 2 The Phaeton (small French ship on the right) taking on the La Pique (the larger one on the left).
Off the coast of St Domingo, 26th of March 1806.
They arrived back in France on the 24th of March 1804 after 41 months of travel. After a few months of leave Henri was given command of the brig the Phaeton and later the Voltigeur, with Louis under his command. It was to be the last time they would sail together.
Figure 3 This small sketch is supposedly by Louis-Henri de Saulses de Freycinet, of the Elisa, a ship that he commanded from 1808 to 1811.
Louis, unwell, was sent on leave again, before being reassigned to the Dépot des Cartes (French Navy Hydrographical Department). Henri, during a journey between France and French Guyana, engaged in combat with an English ship, the Reindeer, and was severely wounded in the leg. Then a few days later he was attacked again, by the better-armed schooner La Pique, also English. He lost his arm in this battle, taken off by an English round shot. It is interesting to see his correspondence after that event, the tilt on his signature became completely reversed, but sadly there is no picture showing him without his arm.
Figure 4 Charles Henri de Saulses de Freycinet,
son of Louis-Henri de Saulses de Freycinet.
It seems there is no representation of Louis-Henri, and this painting was for a long time mistakenly thought to be of him.
Henri followed a traditional naval career as a respected officer, esteemed Governor of three different colonies and a greatly admired Admiral. He also had two sons, both of whom became Admirals. The last remaining Freycinets are his direct descendants.
Louis on the other hand concentrated exclusively on the publication of the Atlas of Voyage aux Terres Australes, the official account of the Baudin expedition. It resulted in the publication of the first full map of Australia, known as the "Freycinet map" or the "1811 map". This map was based on the expedition's surveys, information exchanged with Matthew Flinders and previous charting done by other explorers.
Figure 5 Louis-Claude de Saulses de Freycinet. (1779-1842).
This medallion was probably done at the same time as Rose's medallion, which is of similar style and shape, perhaps prior to their departure for the URANIE voyage. But this one has a Latin annotation by F. Péron, friend and fellow scientist on the Baudin expedition.
[TRANSLATION: The Captain, whose calm features you behold, undertook an investigation of the world's most distant, unknown coasts. F Péron, friend and fellow navigator]
When he had completed this task, which took six years more or less, he then threw himself into another expedition to the "Terres Australes". This time he had meticulously planned everything himself, and having learned from Baudin's mistakes, he carefully chose his crew and took great care in the preparation of the ship. The voyage, and the publication that resulted, Voyage de l'Uranie Autour du Monde, was a success despite being shipwrecked in the Falklands Islands. Considerable work had been accomplished and he was honourably discharged after the shipwreck. Of course what was remarkable about this particular expedition (Uranie, 1817-1820) was the unusual and unexpected presence of his wife Rose on board. She is now better known than her husband or brother in-law. The account that she gave of the journey, in letters written to her mother and other members of the family, was compiled in 1926 to form what is now known as the "Journal au Tour du Monde de Rose de Freycinet à Bord de l'Uranie". The fact that she embarked in Toulon dressed as a young lieutenant was intriguing, but it seems that it was a highly premeditated action. There is evidence that Louis had the cabin modified so that he could accommodate an extra person in his cabin!
Figure 6 Rose de Saulses de Freycinet
Louis and Rose are both buried in Freycinet at Saulces-sur-Rhône. Henri is buried in Rochefort, in the family's tomb, with his wife and later his children.
The imprint that the two brothers and Rose left can still been seen today. There are 11 landmarks in Australia which bear the name Freycinet. There is an island near Cape Horn and an island in the South Pacific named after Rose, as well as an island just off Nouméa (French Caledonia) named after one of Henri's sons. In Paris there is a street named after Louis in the 16th arrondissement, near the Eiffel Tower. But there are also numerous species and plants whose names originated from the two brothers, like a little frog endemic to the eastern Australian coast, "Freycinet's frog", and a small type of banana named "Freycinette" too.
Figure 7 M. L. de Freycinet
Their little nephew Charles de Saulses de Freycinet (1828-1823) also had an illustrious career. He had one of the longest careers recorded in French politics, and was given many responsibilities as well as occupying a number of ministries. His passion for science lasted until the end, and he published his last paper at the age of 92. There are also landmarks named after him and various industrial innovations.
The family's contribution to history has received wide recognition over the years but the Australia on the Map: 1606 – 2006 initiative started to raise awareness of the early French explorations around this continent. The work done by the Woodside Valley Foundation and now Australia on the Map, as the history and heritage branch of the Australasian Hydrographic Society, is responsible for providing proper recognition of the French contribution to the exploration of Australian shores. The success of the 19th June 2011 symposium shows the great interest Australians now have in their French connections.


text:
One of the best things about having a dysfunctional family is that you can get to cum all over your step mom whenever you want. At least that's the case for Joey who can turn his hot step mother into his personal cum dumpster on any given day and as this new episode from Over40Handjobs.com shows, today is one of those days so the two hook up and the horny mature babe jerks her step son's cock so well that he has no option but to ejaculate all over her face and tits. Shay Fox has never looked as good as she does with cum dripping off her body!
Step moms don't usually jerk off their step sons but Shay Fox isn't your typical step mother. She's horny as fuck so she doesn't mind crossing the normal taboo lines to get her cock and cum fix. Her step son has a crush on the busty vixen so he happily shoves his big cock in her face so she can play with it. The hot babe with big tits intends to do way more than just play with the cock though, she wants to tug it until it shoots out cum so she settles down in between Joey's legs and immediately gets to work.
She runs her finger tips light up down the big cock while squeezing the cock head and then she strokes the throbbing cock while squeezing it simultaneously and this bring Joey to the edge. Shay Fox is ready for him to cum for her so she grabs his hard cock and rubs it up against her big soft tit which drives him over the edge, giving her exactly what she wants – a massive load of cum on her tits and face!
Watch This OVER 40 HANDJOBS Video Now!


text: Liam Clarke said unto the world upon 2005-02-15 18:08: > Hi Brian, why not take it the next step and > >> for key in metadata_dict: >> if data.startswith(key): >> exec('''self.%s = """%s"""''' %(metadata_dict[key], >> data[len(key):])) >> # triple quotes as there may be quotes in metadata >> # values >> break > > > self.foo = {} > > for key in metadata_dict.keys(): #? I got confused, so I guessed. > if data.startswith(key): > self.foo[metadata_dict[key]]=data[len(key):] > > And then instead of self.x (if metadata_dict[key] = x] You just call > self.foo['x'] > > A bit more obfuscated, but it would seem to remove the exec, although > I'm not sure how else it impacts your class. <SNIP related Pythoncard example> > So yeah, hope that helps a wee bit. > > Regards, > > Liam Clarke and Rich Krauter said unto the world upon 2005-02-15 18:09: > Brian, > > You could use setattr(self,metadata_dict[key],data[len(key):]). > > Rich Hi Liam, Rich, and all, thanks for the replies. (And for heroically working through the long question -- if there is a tutee verbosity award, I think its mine ;-) Rich: thanks. setattr, yeah, that's the ticket! Liam: The reason I didn't want to take it this way is: "Flat is better than nested" :-) The code I am working on is an improved (I hope ;-) ) and expanded class-based version of some more primitive code I had done purely procedurally. There, I had a dictionary approach for storing the metadata (akin to the self.foo dictionary you suggested above). One of the benefits of going OOP, in my opinion, is that instead of using dictionary access syntax, you can just say things like self.document_type. It might be little more than sugar[*], but I've a sweet tooth, and I'd want to avoid going back to the dictionary syntax if I could. Though, absent the setattr way that Rich pointed to, I must admit the exec in my originally posted version would have me dithering whether to opt for sugar or safety. Thankfully, it's all moot. [*] In that, if I've understood correctly, class namespaces are just fancily packaged dictionaries. Thanks to all, Brian vdB


text:
|Sun, Dongmei: 1 article (08/2015)
|Lin, Ruichao: 1 article (08/2015)
|Liu, Wei: 1 article (08/2015)
|Xiong, Jing: 1 article (08/2015)
|Wei, Feng: 1 article (08/2015)
|Shi, Yan: 1 article (08/2015)
|Ma, Shuangcheng: 1 article (08/2015)
|Zhou, Juan: 1 article (03/2015)
|Xu, Yi-Qiao: 1 article (03/2015)
|Li, Chun-Qi: 1 article (03/2015)
|Gallstones (Gallstone)
07/01/1991 - "The gallstones of the murideoxycholic acid group were large, solitary, dark stones that appeared radiopaque under 22 kVp x-ray examination. "
01/01/1985 - "Hyodeoxycholic acid: a new approach to gallstone prevention."
06/01/1984 - "The formation of gallstones was prevented in four out of five males and all five females fed the lithogenic diet plus 0.1% hyodeoxycholic acid (30 mg per kg body weight per day). "
09/01/1986 - "Dietary hyodeoxycholic acid prevented cholesterol gallstones and biliary cholesterol crystals when added to either chow plus cholesterol or semisynthetic plus cholesterol diets. "
01/01/1985 - "Hyodeoxycholic acid and its isomer, 6 beta-hyodeoxycholic acid, when added to a lithogenic diet prevented the formation of cholesterol gallstones and crystals in prairie dogs. "
|Liver Diseases (Liver Disease)
12/05/1993 - "Moreover, Western blot analysis and immunoinhibition studies of human liver microsomes from healthy patients and from patients presenting liver diseases revealed a good correlation between the glucuronidation rate of hyodeoxycholic acid and the UGT2B4 expression level. "
09/01/2001 - "Tauro-hyodeoxycholic acid is a hydrophilic bile acid of potential interest for treating cholestatic liver diseases. "
01/01/1999 - "Glucuronidation activities toward one substrate from each of the UDP-glucuronosyltransferases subfamilies, 1A and 2B, for control and liver disease, respectively, were 1.7-4.5 vs 0.4-4.7 nmol/mg x min for hyodeoxycholic acid (2B substrate) and 9.2-27.9 vs 8.1-75 nmol/mg x min for pchloro-m-xylenol (1A substrate). "
01/01/2010 - "Methyl-3β-hydroxy-5α,6α-epoxycholanate (MHEC), synthesized from hyodeoxycholic acid, functions as an LXR agonist, but its role in atherogenesis and lipid metabolism remained to be elucidated. "
09/01/2013 - "We examined the effects of a natural secondary bile acid, hyodeoxycholic acid (HDCA), on lipid metabolism and atherosclerosis in LDL receptor-null (LDLRKO) mice. "
08/01/2001 - "We examined the effect of hyodeoxycholic acid (HDCA) on plasma cholesterol levels and atherosclerosis in mice. "
08/01/2001 - "Hyodeoxycholic acid efficiently suppresses atherosclerosis formation and plasma cholesterol levels in mice."
|Calculi (Calculus)
08/01/2015 - "The results of the chemometric analysis showed that the contents of these compounds reflect the intrinsic quality of artificial Calculus bovis, and two compounds (hyodeoxycholic acid and chenodeoxycholic acid) were the most important markers for quality evaluating. "
06/06/2006 - "A micellar electrokinetic capillary electrophoresis (MEKCE) method for the determination of cholic acid (CA), hyodeoxycholic acid (HDCA) and chenodeoxycholic acid (CDCA) in artificial Calculus Bovis and its four medicinal preparations is described. "
08/01/2015 - "An accurate and sensitive high-performance liquid chromatography method coupled with ultralviolet detection and precolumn derivatization was developed for the simultaneous quantification of the major bile acids in Artificial Calculus bovis, including cholic acid, hyodeoxycholic acid, chenodeoxycholic acid, and deoxycholic acid. "
|Bezoars (Bezoar)
01/07/2011 - "Furthermore, cattle bile, cow-bezoar, and artificial cow-bezoar could be differentiated by the existence of hyodeoxycholic acid and the ratio of cholic acid to deoxycholic acid. "
11/01/2001 - "QKL and its active principle, Baicalin and hyodeoxycholic acid, showed strong cytotoxicity in inhibiting HL-60 cell, the Bezoar cholic acid showed a weaker effect. "
|Bile Acids and Salts (Bile Acids)
|Ursodeoxycholic Acid (Urso)
|Chenodeoxycholic Acid (Chenix)
|Cholic Acid
|Deoxycholic Acid (Sodium Deoxycholate)
|Simvastatin (Zocor)
|Interleukin-4 (Interleukin 4)
|Uridine Diphosphate (UDP)


text:
John R. Moore Intelligence Analyst With The U.S. Military Intelligence, Special Forces Green Beret [Part 1] And John Is Here To Establish The NWO Narrative [Part 2], That Global Warming Will Be The Cause Of The Ocean's Dying Thermohaline Circulation On The East Coast Of The U.S. Climate Change: The Hoax That Costs US $4 […]Continue reading
British Petroleum Oil Spill & Deadly Corexit May Kill Millions Of Americans: U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserves Stored In Collapsing Salt Domes On Coast Of Louisiana
China's AIIB To Radically Change The World: China Challenges Deep State's IMF
Gerald Celente: "Look at what's happening with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). Of course when the United Kingdom said they were going to join it, there was a lot of pressure from the United States for them not to join it and yet they did anyway. There are now 35 initial members and it's […]Continue reading
Texas Will Not Wait On Ted Cruz: No Need For Permission To Protect Their Citizens From Unprotected Borders!
Gov. Rick Perry, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and Speaker Joe Straus today directed the Texas Dept. of Public Safety (DPS) to immediately begin law enforcement surge operations on the Texas-Mexico border to combat the flood of illegal immigration into the state in the absence of adequate federal resources to secure the border. State leaders have […]Continue reading
Iraq's Rebirth As One Of The Richest Countries On The Planet Is Set Back For At Least A Generation: Huston, London, Moscow, & Beijing Pulling Their People Out.
Iraq: Obama's Big Lie. Systematically Shutting Down The World's Oil Production: By John Cookson. June 2014 Iraq Business News As ISIS prepares to advance on Baghdad and Iraq slips towards civil war, the world's oil corporations are updating plans to evacuate worried staff, from Dohuk in the north to the southern powerhouse of Basrah. With […]Continue reading
The Destruction Of Indonesian Oil: BP Oil's Indonesian EcoTerrorism
This may look like an amicable meeting but the NWO just tried to murder him. If you think British Petroleum's act of Eco-Terrorism upon the United States was bad, listen to this, (THE CONTRACTOR) British Petroleum unleashed (drilling accident) a toxic lava mud flow that spans from Indonesia all the way to Australia. This drilling 'accident' […]Continue reading
Breaking Advisory => Code 3 For Louisiana Sink Hole: Seismic Activity In Underground Butane Filled Salt Dome!
The Office of Conservation, in consultation with Assumption Parish Incident Command, is advising the public that the Oxy 3/sinkhole monitoring alert status has been raised to Code 3 – requiring all work directly on the sinkhole, Oxy 3 pad and within the containment berm to cease until further notice.Continue reading
Banking Cabal's Eco Terrorism Against The People Of The United States: Louisiana Sink Hole ~ British Petroleum's Mega Disaster In The Works!
NWO Orchestrated B.P. Mega Disaster In The Works: The Louisiana Salt Dome Sink Hole! Amid debating whether earthquakes caused the nearby breached salt cavern to fail, extra seismic activity was recorded, according to USGS monitors observed by this reporter, also noting that in 2010, experts foretold a methane crisis, one saying a methane-caused sinkhole could result from BP's oil […]Continue reading
Louisiana Sinkhole Radiation: Abuse And Cover Up Of Worst Eco-Catstrophy Continues ~ Senator "Genocide In Progress"
As human rights to health abuses continue in the giant Louisiana sinkhole area, with its dangerous radiation levels released for over four months, state officials say they are investigating how Texas Brine Co. LLC managed the naturally occurring radioactive material there and whether it illegally disposed of the "non-dangerous" radioactive material under Bayou Corne and Grand Bayou […]Continue reading
U.S. State Secession Efforts Quickly Reach 700,000 Signatures: Deport Obama Back To Indonesia!
The White House has received approximately 700,000 signatures of Americans who wish their state to secede from the US. Signatures representing all fifty states have been logged, just a week after the first petition from Louisiana was started. As of yesterday, the White House's 'We the People' portal has reveals the 25,000 signature threshold has already been reached by Louisiana, Texas, […]Continue reading
Breaking => 20 States Deluge White House With Secession Petitions!
From states across the country, Americans have filed petitions on the White House Web site seeking to secede from the union and form new state governments. While most of the petitions come from states that supported Mitt Romney in last week's election, a few swing states and even the deep blue Northeast are represented.Continue reading
United States Under Attack ~ HAARP Shortwave Confirmed: Shortwave Of 6.1 Confirmed Centering New Orleans, Louisiana Three Hours Ago!
Shortwaves are events that are in the shorter period, within 0-24 hours of the peak. November 5, 2012 – 10:35a EST Highest signals remain in California and the Northeast USA.Continue reading
Deep State B.P. Gulf Disaster: Methane Mega Disaster In The Works
There Is Absolutely NO REASON For The U.S. To Store Oil Products Inside These Salt Domes Under The Auspice Of "U.S. Strategic Oil Reserves". The United States Has More Oil Than Any Other Nation And Obama Regime Has Been Shutting Down Our Oil Production! United States Sitting On World's Largest Untapped […]Continue reading


text:
Pro Chioce Abortion Essay, Research Paper
Pro Choice Abortion
Abortion is a very controversial issue. In order to understand the issues pertaining to abortion, you must first understand the definition and the stages of abortion. The controversy primarily revolves around the legality and the morality of abortion. For the purposes of this paper, arguments for abortion are in regards to abortions conducted prior to 134 days of gestation.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has defined abortion as "the expulsion or extraction of all (complete) or any part (incomplete) of the placenta or membranes, with or without an abortus, before the 20th week (before 134 days) of gestation." 1 This definition is based on the fact that a developing human organism cannot survive outside the womb prior to the 20th week or 134 days and therefore premature birth is not even an elective option. There have been rare cases of survival at this stage of development, but none before. Further supporting this definition is the fact that organ development that is necessary for survival occurs between twenty and twenty-four weeks of gestation.
Both morally and legally, the stage of abortion is often a critical factor. There are basically three stages of abortion. First and most common, are abortions conducted prior to the 85th day or within the first trimester. Second and some times referred to as late term abortions, are abortions conducted between the 85th and 134th day or second trimester. Finally, third trimester abortions, sometimes referred to as partial birth abortions. Many people believe that third trimester abortion is actually the killing of premature babies who have a remote chance of surviving outside the womb. These abortions are rare and usually only occur when it is medically necessary in order to save the mother s life and the baby is already dead or deformed.
Understanding the definition of abortion, as well as, the different stages of abortion should offer certain insight of the issues surrounding abortion. First, there is the issue concerning a persons legal rights. People have the right to make any choices they want until someone else s rights come into play. They have the right to wear what they want, to choose the color of their house, or even sexual behaviors. Even if someone disagrees with the choices made, they still have the right to make those choices as long as they do not interfere with the rights of another person. The question is Whose rights are being infringed upon?.
Opposers to abortion claim that they are protecting the rights of the zygote/embryo/fetus from having its life terminated. However, if the embryo is not yet a
person than how does it even have rights to be infringed upon. If the embryo
were a fully-endowed human, there would still be the legal question about who has the right to control the body; the zygote/embryo/fetus or the woman?
If someone with rare disease lost an organ or needed a blood transplant and found
just the right person, but the owner did not want to donate, no person would say that the
person who wants the organs has the right to demand them, even if his life was at risk. It
is solely the choice of the donating individual. How then, is this situation different from abortion?
Some might argue that a women consented to pregnancy by allowing the embryo to enter her body by engaging in the sex act. Consent to sex is not the same as consent to pregnancy because only a small percentage of sex acts actually result in pregnancy. A
woman who has sex, only invites the sharing of sexual pleasure, not the embryo which
accidentally results. Even if a woman got pregnant on purpose, there is no reason why she
could not change her mind. After all, she is an actual human person compared to
non-perceptive cell tissue that has the potential of becoming a human.
When a man forcibly enters and uses a womans body against her will we call it rape. Even though it only lasts for a few moments, the emotional scars can last for years. Yet there are still people out there who think that women should be forced to carry an unwanted child for nine long months. The results of an unwanted child birth can potentially traumatize a women just as long as a rape would. Also consider what the child would go through being born unwanted.
Next, we move on to the moral issue involved with abortion. The question is often asked When does human life actually begin?. Opposers to abortion claim that life begins at conception, which is entirely incorrect.2 Human life began before conception. The sperm and egg are both alive, active, and genetically human. All arguments used to claim that life begins at conception can equally be used to support that human lives begin before conception, and that being so, how do you propose to save all the sperms or eggs that are wasted and die without being fertilized? Making the statement that life is equal to a person reduces the value of a human down to the same as a bacteria, insect, or virus. Asking when life begins is the wrong question to ask in this moral issue. The correct question should be when does that life become a person.
Is a newly formed embryo more similar to a sperm and egg, or a baby? Sperm cells and egg cells both can be frozen and later revived for future use. Likewise, a fertilized human embryo can be frozen and then later revived. A human who is frozen dies and can not be later revived. Embryos are more like sperms and eggs than human beings. The difference between humans and embryos is the addition of a spirit or soul.3 When a soul departs from a person it leaves and never returns, which does not matter if the being does not yet have a soul. So what happens then to the soul of a fertilized embryo when it is frozen, stored for years, then later revived? Is it somehow later pulled from heaven. when revived? An embryo is no more equal to a baby than an acorn is to an oak.4 Each has the potential of becoming the other, but that does not mean that it will happen.
Suppose I invited some friends over to have a little fun. They come over and start showing unacceptable behavior that makes me angry. I have as much right to make them leave as I would if they were a burglar. Just because they were invited and once welcomed there does not make me lose the right to control who stays in my house. Likewise, a woman should have the right to control what uses her body. A womans body is far more personal than a house.
Finally, lets discuss the issue of whether or not abortions cause harm. A fetus cannot perceive pain. The neural structures necessary to register and record sensations of pain transmitted by the appropriate nerves either do not exist or are not functioning before the fifth month of gestation.5 Therefore, with no perception of pain, and no loss of an individual personality, the act of abortion causes no immediate harm to the fetus.
Though there is no harm to the fetus, there may be unacceptable medical risks to the mother. These risks, however, are no different than the risks presented by any other surgical procedure, including out-patient surgeries. The risks of death or permanent disability are far greater for a woman who carries a fetus to term and bears a child, prematurely or not, than for a woman who aborts before the third trimester of her pregnancy. I feel that the risks, involved with abortion, do not warrant denying a woman the right to choose to have a baby or not.6
In conclusion, I believe that an elective termination of pregnancy prior to the 20th week of gestation does not violate anyone's rights, affords no substantial harm, and may potentially offer some limited positive good. Therefore, I believe that abortion should remain a viable alternative for women and should not be illegal.
1 Encyclopedia Britannica
2 Women s Reproductive Self-Determination, T.F. Barans
3 Abortion is not Immoral and should not be Illegal, Richard C. Carrier
ДОБАВИТЬ КОММЕНТАРИЙ [можно без регистрации]
перед публикацией все комментарии рассматриваются модератором сайта - спам опубликован не будет
Хотите опубликовать свою статью или создать цикл из статей и лекций?
Это очень просто – нужна только регистрация на сайте.


text:
Books An Un-Ugly Cover Can Be Hard to Find
posted by April 11 at 13:04 PMon
It's weird that I was talking just this morning about how authors don't often get to pick their book covers. On his LiveJournal, Matt Ruff posted some fan-produced covers of his books. Ruff has had some poor book covers, including this one and this one.
Of the three covers that Ruff posted, I like this one best:


text:
Yo what up it's Jourdon again! Did y'all miss me? Awwww thanks missed you guys too. I'm going to do a Yn book for the first time
- behavior
- drama
- fanfiction
- love
- mindless
- romace
kaykaygotedges Jun 21, 2016
Dosent make sense because she's 17 and chersanto is 19 😑 how is chres a year older then her
Ka-Ray-Zee2 Jun 08, 2016
When God Made Me, He Was Just Showing Looking Like A Crackhead. You Supposed to Be A Leader For You Children


text:
Irish firm may open local offices to help with Brexit problems
An Irish digital marketing company has said it may open offices in Northern Ireland to help companies with the challenges of Brexit.
Atlantic Digital, which is based in Cork, said it's looking at Belfast, Armagh and Londonderry as possible locations.
Managing director Allan Beechinor said the company, which also works in software development and logistics, had teamed up with Finn Media in Donegal to help firms in the post-Brexit era.
He said that the vote to leave the EU had shocked the Irish business world.
But he said there was hope that business cooperation could continue to flow between Northern Ireland and the Republic.
"I suppose I'm an optimist. Coming from a tech standpoint, it's just another challenge to overcome," he said.
"And certainly an opportunity for companies north and south to work together."
Atlantic specialises in software development, e-commerce and logistics, through a partnership with Euroroute Logistics in Dublin.
Its client portfolio includes medical and pharmaceutical firms - "anyone exporting and using online platforms".
On firms on either side of the border working together, one possible example could be offering warehousing in Dublin to a company in Northern Ireland, so that it could ship its goods out into the single market.
Mr Beechinor said he believed reactions among businesspeople in the Republic were calming. He said: "I have had a number of meetings with business owners and we now feel there's an opportunity there, to make Ireland a gateway into Europe."
He said his firm could also help companies get to grips with legislation in new markets, logistics and freight-forwarding.
Atlantic currently employs 15 people, but says it believes there is growth potential in Northern Ireland.
"We are actively seeking an office and registering a company up there.
"We'd start modestly with two to four employees."
Denis Finnegan, of Finn Media, said its work with Atlantic Digital would ease the "boardroom headaches" created by the need to explore new markets.
"Moving operations to other jurisdictions brings a whole range of new challenges for organisations, but our new partnership can ensure those challenges are met with minimum disruption.
"Our new partnership is designed to help these companies find their feet."
Belfast Telegraph


text:
CGKA offers a unique coaching experience that centers around the importance of strategic footwork and techniques. A focus is placed on implementing strategies to enhance personal growth and confidence in each player. This is a highly successful program that has yielded MLS and Collegiate Goalkeepers. Email: email@example.com
Bo played goalkeeper at Niagara University and was the captain of the team. He was a member of the New York State team for ODP among other honors in the area. Bo is a personal trainer in addition to coaching goalkeepers and has written some great articles which can be seen by members of GK Icon USA. Bo is certified in the following: NSCAA National Goalkeeping (Level III), NSCAA Junior Level VI, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Sports Nutritionist, MMA Conditioning Specialist. Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Coach J brings extensive goalkeeping experience as both a player and coach. He works with new and experienced players and is the private keeper coach for several high level keepers throughout the Triangle. Give him a call and start training today! Email: email@example.com
Carolina's Goalkeeper Academy serves the Charlotte, NC and surrounding area. Jason Stanislawski is the owner and coach of the academy. He currently coaches with Charlotte Soccer Academy and the goalkeeper coach at Limestone College. Whether you want to make a club team, high school team, ODP, get ready for the college season or just want to learn this is the place to be! You can contact Jason at 980-406-7926 or at email@example.com.
If you would like to look for camps in other states, please select a new state.