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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
While lung cancer is the obvious threat, tobacco use also damages arteries
The American Cancer Society's (ACS) annual Great American Smokeout this month marked a commitment for millions of smokers to kick the habit for one day. The hope behind the Smokeout, which is in its 36th year, is to make one day turn into a lifetime pledge. According to the ACS, tobacco use accounts for roughly 1 in 5 deaths in the U.S (over 440,000 premature deaths every year), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says over 8.6 million people live with a serious illness caused by smoking. While lung cancer is the most well-known disease, smokers are at greater risks than nonsmokers at getting vascular diseases, heart disease and strokes.
Locally, the city of Boston stepped up its efforts this year to not only provide education regarding the dangers of smoking, but create more smoke-free areas and give those who want to quit the tools to succeed. Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino recently announced one of the ways the city is getting involved by introducing the Boston Tobacco-Free Hospitals Initiative. Massachusetts General Hospital is joining the Initiative with nine other Boston hospitals in implementing campus-wide smoking bans, giving smoking cessation products to employees and improving screening and cessation resources for patients. Information on free nicotine therapy can be found below the Q&A.
If the numbers about smoking don't hit close to home, this CDC statistic may help. Smokers on average die approximately 14 years earlier than nonsmokers. Michael R. Jaff, DO, medical director of the Mass General Vascular Center, answers questions about the affects smoking has on patients who suffer from vascular diseases.
What vascular diseases are people more apt to get when they smoke?
Any artery is affected -- coronary, carotid, leg, and aortic aneurysms. For example, cigarette smoking is one of the two most important risk factors for the development of peripheral artery disease (PAD), which is artery blockage in the leg that can cause pain while doing physical activities. If PAD is left untreated, it can lead to heart attacks, stroke, sometimes resulting in amputation or even death. (More information about peripheral vascular diseases)
What is the connection between smoking and vascular diseases?
Tobacco results in damage to the inner lining of the artery, called the endothelium. Contents of tobacco smoke cause this toxicity to the artery. The endothelium becomes "dysfunctional", and causes stiffness of the artery, calcium deposits in the artery, and ultimately plaque.
What is your advice for smokers? Do they need to look beyond just having a greater risk of getting cancer?
We always advise patients that although cancer is a big concern, artery disease is a much more common killer of Americans. Cardiovascular diseases represent the single greatest killer of US adults. Tobacco use also causes chronic lung diseases (emphysema, chronic bronchitis).
Do you have advice for a patient who says quitting smoking at his or her old age won't make a difference in their health and wellness?
This is just not true. After stopping smoking for 5 years, patients have a marked reduction in smoking-related diseases. The most important part of the process is to actively choose to stop smoking and set a date. It is critical to choose a stop smoking date, and now is the best time.
Beyond smoking, what is the role of exercise in the treatment of vascular diseases? Is a small amount of exercise better than little to no activity?
Particularly in patients with leg artery disease, exercise has shown a significant improvement in walking distance compared to even invasive procedures. (CLEVER Trial, presented at the American Heart Association this month in Orlando (http://www.theheart.org/article/1313393.do)). Participating in low-to-moderate intensity activities, such as walking, gardening, dancing, cycling, swimming, and many other physical activities go a long way in improving blood circulation throughout the body, helping to manage high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and reducing stress.
Free Two-Week Supply of Nicotine Patches
The Boston Public Heath Commission (BPHC) is offering a free two-week supply of nicotine patches for those who smoke 10 or more cigarettes per day and live or work in Boston. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW for more information. This patch giveaway ends Feb. 28, 2012
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this is clearly an agenda and bias. everyone should have the right to be insane (er, I mean, have a religion). age of the fantasy should not be relevant at all.
everyone should have the right to be insane (er, I mean, have a religion). age of the fantasy should not be relevant at all.
This is a tempting thought until we get into a conversation about Scientology. This is one of those times to remain consistent, folks.
There's nothing about the _religion_ here. Nobody's being denied the right to believe whatever the fuck they want to believe.
What happened here was that an ad-hoc religious _organization_ was denied the right to be considered a religious organization in the legal sense. Contrary to what people here are blindly asserting, that does not give them any tax benefits in addition to the ones you already have as a non-profit (which is a prerequisite for becoming a recognized religious organization). It just changes
They are doing it wrong: you need to lock up the information, so you can get religious status (Scientology).
I wonder what court ever decided it was OK for LR Hubbard's crap to get religious status?
"This religion doesn't rely on needless superstition and blind faith."
"Doesn't fit the criteria, then."
Well, then make a god for your religion. Call him The Pirate. And create your own holy scripture. It might begin like this:
1 In the beginning, The Pirate created the universe.
2 But there was no one The Pirate could share that universe with.
3 Therefore The Pirate said: "Let us create humans, so that the universe is shared." And so he did.
4 And The Pirate said to the humans: "I've created you to share.
5 I hereby order you to share all knowledge I give you, as well as all knowledge you get from others, unless that knowledge is of private nature."
6 And he said: "Multiply, and multiply your knowledge, so you have more knowledge to share.
7 You shall make images of things in the world and of things in your mind.
8 And you shall write texts both about reality and about things you imagine.
9 And you shall create all sorts of art.
10 And you shall share all this with others.
11 And you shall not demand any compensation for sharing, just as I don't demand that you pay for sharing the universe."
12 And the humans complied, and everything was well. This era was known as the paradise.
13 But the devil didn't like that, and he planted into the humans the sin of greed.
14 And he planted into their mind the shortsightedness, so they didn't see the advantage they got from everyone sharing.
15 And thus the humans said: "We have invested much work in our knowledge and in our art. We want to have an advantage.
16 And we don't want those who didn't invest that much work to not have that advantage."
17 And thus the humans stopped sharing their works for free, and demanded to be compensated.
18 And The Pirate got angry at the humans because they violated His orders.
19 And The Pirate said: "You have sinned. Therefore I will throw you out of the paradise.
20 And you shall not be left in again until you all return to the spirit of sharing."
21 And he created illnesses to punish the humans.
22 And he limited the natural growth of the plants humans could eat, and made many of the plants poisonous.
23 And he made the problem of surviving hard, so the humans would have an incentive to share their knowledge in order to fight those dangers.
24 But the devil's influence was strong, and therefore the humans didn't work together to solve their problems.
25 Instead they fought wars over the limited resources, and killed each other.
26 And those humans who found ways to increase those resources didn't share their knowledge, but hid it as well as they could, so only they would profit from it.
27 And they made laws to prevent others from sharing knowledge.
28 And eventually those who hoarded the knowledge ruled the world.
29 But the world was in a miserable state.
You of course need prophets of sharing (you may even borrow some from other religions and reinterpret them; this gives more "legitimacy" to your religion). And you need a cult (which ideally involves people meeting in person; part of that cult is of course the exchange of copies of files, but it may also have other aspects like mutual signing of PGP keys, and very important, preaching the religion of sharing).
More like, "This doesn't have any concept of a diety, or an afterlife, or a cosmic supernatural force. It's simply a political organization trying to make a mockery of our legal system."
works for RIAA and MPAA, got them to change laws in their favor
They are into adoration of Money.
Intelectual Property is just a means.
I am curious as to what their criteria are. If Scientology can be a religion, why cant anything?
MONEY is the winning argument every time. If you lose, you didn't spend enough MONEY.
Scientology has money and possibly many believers are lawyers... but more likely the lawyers simply believe in MONEY (as most lawyers do.)
"sir, you are hereby accused of rational thought. would you please come with us. don't make this more difficult than it needs to be."
I am curious as to what their criteria are. If Scientology can be a religion, why cant anything?
I am reminded of what uthers have said about pornography:
"You know it when you see it:"
Religion is not a "Get Out Of Jail Free" card rushed into print by a newly minted storefront church whose sole reason for existence is to avoid paying the $1 rental at the neighborhood Red Box.
So if the scam was minted generations ago, and accumulated all kinds of abuses since then, that's OK?
Government people would probably be willing to agree that Kopism is a cult, though not a "religion".
To become a "religion", a cult has to have existed since before the person thinking it's a religion was born, and have members who that person knows personally, through someone else directly, or has seen on TV without it being called a cult.
It helps if the cult has paid bribes to the person asked to consider it a religion.
Any loosely consistent collection of knowledge that cannot be proven can be a religion.
No. Seriously! We ARE knowledge sharing beings to the core; This fundamental capability IS the very essence of human nature. Without our ability to communicate and thus share knowledge, information and culture we would be no different than any other primate -- even LESS than apes. Face it: We are not truly human unless we share knowledge. Vast amounts of our existence IS our external culture that we are not born with and that we only acquire through the sharing of information.
We owe our very rule of this planet, our place in the food chain, and EVERY social, technological or other advancement of value to humanity's capability to share our thoughts and culture. Now, for the first time in history, in the Information Age, many humans willingly allow large amounts of our RELEVANT culture to be withheld and actually fight to protect the right of the greedy to DESTROY the public domain -- The very thing that makes us human!
Copyrights are now utterly evil -- They are a plague upon man. These restrictions now last for THREE GENERATIONS: 70 years beyond my life. That's my life, the life of my children (ending 30 years after I die), and the life of my GRANDCHILDREN, 70 years after I die. By the time anyone can LEGALLY duplicate ANY new piece of our culture ( song, books, software, games, photos, paintings ), freely they will be DEAD, and their kids will be DEAD, and their children's children WILL BE DEAD! -- No one who enjoyed the short-lived success of my books and games will even be alive to remember them when they become part of our public domain!
There was another age where the flow of knowledge met such great barriers -- The Dark Ages.
This evil legal idea of Copyright is now designed to ROBS US of our public domain, and ensure that the free common knowledge remains IRRELEVANT! The founding father's of the US granted copyrights for the betterment of society as a whole, and thought that the duplication monopoly should last about 12 to 14 years -- This was in a time when copies were expensive and only a select few could make duplications. These words have been duplicated over TWENTY times before you read them due to the routers between us. We all have duplication machines, we do not need to be protected from those that would hold the printing presses in hostage! The duplications are in INFINITE supply! To merely use information now is to duplicate it many times.
The strict laws designed to keep greedy publishers in line have now been turned against the common man because we all now own information sharing tools capable of creating duplications at essentially zero cost. The copy restrictions harm society as a whole! Down with copyright! Copyright is a law; Jim Crow was a law. Rosa Parks sat at the front of a bus, and none were harmed by her doing so; Ignoring unjust laws is an act of civil protest. I shall share ANY knowledge I desire freely and none shall be harmed by my doing so.
Additionally: Economics 101 -- Regardless of value or demand, if supply is infinite the price is ZERO. Silicon has great value! Would you like to buy some expensive sand?
Outlawing the free sharing of culture is to outlaw human nature -- The very definition of creating a police state.
How dare anyone scoff at the most sane, obvious and basic belief to date: Sharing Knowledge is Sacred.
To each who has, I charge you to isolate yourself and neither give nor take any information form any others! No books, no Internet, no music, NONE of OUR culture -- just solitude! Do not speak to another living human or hear what they say. Try to function this way for JUST ONE WEEK as less than an ape. Otherwise, you must admit your hypocrisy! I would like you to remove yourself from our free sea of culture permanently, but I am not so harsh or foolish to even request someone do such a thing!
If Kopimism's main doctrine is the sharing of knowledge, then it clearly fails the primary characteristic of a religion, which is to share beliefs. In fact, distinguishing knowledge from belief pretty much disqualifies it as a religion. Religions generally deny the value of knowledge, primarily by classifying knowledge as just another set of beliefs that's no better than anyone else's beliefs.
If you prefer actual knowledge of facts, then you might be a scientist, or a historian, or maybe just an enlightened individual, but you're not religious. Religions don't depend on actual knowledge. You just believe what you're told, because if you don't, then that religion's god(s) will punish you severely (with the help of their followers). This doesn't require any file sharing, since the religious leaders are quite good at supplying you with all the beliefs that you'll ever need.
Jesus copied and shared his loaves and fish.
"I shall expect a chemical cure for psychopathic behavior by 10 A.M. tomorrow, or I'll have your guts for spaghetti." -- a comic panel by Cotham

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Common Build Infrastructure/Virtual Server Setup/MacOSX
This page documents how http://buildbox/ was set up for use in EclipseCon 2009's Hands-On: Using the new Common Builder for Push-Button PDE Builds tutorial.
Acquire virtual server image
- depending on where you are on the planet, this may be considered illegal. You could also create your own image using VMWare Converter.
- the details below apply to the "deadmoo" Mac OS X 10.4.1 image; using something newer, YMMV
- update to 10.4.5 using Mac OS X 10.4.5 Combo Update.
Install software
- find a terminal under ..., and drag it into the desktop or launcher bar for convenience.
- Open Safari and go to connect.apple.com; register for a ADC account so you can get a copy of Java 5. You can also try Apple Menu > Software Updates, but that didn't work for me.
+ open a terminal, run as root
yum install -y ant-contrib file /usr/share/java/ant-contrib.jar
+ open a terminal, run as root
yum install -y java-1.6.0-openjdk-devel cvs svn perl curl wget Xvfb vnc vnc-server
+ restart (can run the following as root)
shutdown -r now
Configure Hudson to start automatically
+ as root, run the following to fetch the latest Hudson
mkdir -p /opt/hudson; cd /opt/hudson; wget https://hudson.dev.java.net/files/documents/2402/128546/hudson.jar
+ create the file /etc/init.d/hudson -- do NOT forget the "&" or your system will hang on restart!
#/bin/bash # chkconfig: 2345 20 80 # description: runs Hudson java -jar /opt/hudson/hudson.jar &
+ as root, run
chkconfig --add hudson; chkconfig --level 2345 hudson on chmod 755 /etc/init.d/hudson /etc/init.d/hudson &
+ once started, open firefox or from console
links http://localhost:8080/
+ restart (can run the following as root)
shutdown -r now
+ if anything goes wrong, hit F2 on reboot to enter grub menu, and add "single" to the grub commands to start in the single-user, networkless runlevel mode [1].
+ on restart, verify Hudson is started by opening the above URL
Run a build in Eclipse
+ fire up Eclipse 3.4.2, fetch o.e.d.c.releng project from :pserver:firstname.lastname@example.com:/cvsroot/technology/org.eclipse.dash/athena/org.eclipse.dash.commonbuilder/org.eclipse.dash.common.releng
+ fetch gef.releng and basebuilder M5 via pcf file in org.eclipse.dash.common.releng/pcf
+ open gef.releng, configure build.properties to correct java and Eclipse platform settings. For example
dependencyURLs=http://download.eclipse.org/eclipse/downloads/drops/S-3.5M5-200902021535/eclipse-SDK-3.5M5-linux-gtk.tar.gz (or -ppc, or -x86_64, etc.) JAVA_HOME=/usr/lib/jvm/java JAVA14_HOME=/usr/lib/jvm/java JAVADOC14_HOME=/usr/lib/jvm/java/bin
+ select build.xml, right-click and Run as > Ant Build
+ to kill a bad build in progress, open a terminal and run
pkill -f N200903
Run a build in Hudson
+ open http://localhost:8080, click New Job + select 'free-style software project' + configure a job that runs the following script
export BUILDTYPE="${BUILDTYPE}" export EXTRAFLAGS="-javaHome /usr/lib/jvm/java ${EXTRAFLAGS}" . /home/builduser/workspace/org.eclipse.dash.common.releng/hudson/gef-3.5.x-nightly.sh
+ define two build parameters
BUILDTYPE (default value N, a nightly build) EXTRAFLAGS (default value blank, no extra flags
+ save the configuration, then click Build Now to start a build
+ see also a sample config.xml which stores the UI configuration, and build.eclipse.org's gef-3.5.x-nightly config.xml
Remote Access
+ set up the VBox instance to use BOTH Host Interface (192.168.2.*) and NAT (10.0.2.*). For more on NAT, see this blog
+ access the vserver via SSH on :22, or the Hudson web service on :8080
+ to save memory, edit /etc/inittab so that the server will start on runlevel 3 (text login) instead of 5 (graphical login, with X started)


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Review of Cloud Atlas
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Movie Review: "Cloud Atlas"
-- Rating: R (violence, language, drug use, nudity, and some sexuality)
Length: 172 minutes
Release Date: October 26, 2012
Directed by: Tom Tykwer, Andy Wachowski, and Lana Wachowski
Genre: Sci-Fi, Mystery, and Drama
"Cloud Atlas" is a sweeping, complex film based on the 2004 novel of the same name by David Mitchell. It comprises a set of tales that take place across time and in many countries across the world. The characters change with each time and place, but the actors do not, each portraying different people of varying races and genders. The film questions whether or not humans are destined to always meet the same souls through multiple reincarnations. The film bears similarities to an episode from the "The X-Files" that dealt with a similar theme (The Field Where I Died).
Because of the size of this project, three directors were assigned to the film. Andy and Lana Wachowski are no strangers to ambitious, cutting edge science fiction movies, as they were responsible for the ground breaking "Matrix" trilogy. They join Tom Tykwer of "Run Lola Run" in helming this unique film.
A key component of this film is the acting. The story could not be conveyed effectively without strong and defined performances from the cast. The actors often slip into existences where their characters are of another race or gender. Therefore, makeup also helps to bring many of the characters to life. The corporeal transformations illustrate the film's notion that bodies are mere vessels for souls that journey through time.
Tom Hanks and Halle Berry have the most varied roles, each convincingly portraying a number of very different characters. Hanks' characters include a robot maker, a scientist, a reporter, and a very unlikable publisher. Some compelling performances also come from the lesser-known actors in the cast. For instance, the music composer Robert Frobisher (Ben Wishaw) is emotionally intense, his soulfulness coming across strongly in a short amount of screen time. Hugh Grant's characters are rather more one dimensional; however, he effectively differentiates them, which is not an easy task.
Music and sound effects can elevate a film from satisfactory to special. This is particularly the case here, as the music in "Cloud Atlas" serves a narrative purpose in the original book. "The Cloud Atlas Sextet" musical score is used to bind the separate stories together, and its unique composition must be understood in order to feel the full effect of the music in the film.
In this film, a lot of thought has been put into building the worlds as described by the book. The author went through great lengths to give each world its own life, especially in the future tales. The film uses special lingo; for instance, media devices are all named "Sonys." Neat, futuristic gadgets, such as death rays and hovercrafts, abound and are used to add flair to action scenes. The film is stunningly beautiful and worth watching in this regard alone. Two cinematographers worked on the movie, and this can be seen in the overall texture, lighting, and scope.
This is a film in which the viewer's enjoyment is augmented by having first read the book; however, the editing phase has created a movie that anyone can understand, even as the story shifts to new times and places. This is extremely important, as science fiction often employs rapid changes involving time, and sometimes viewers can become easily confused. One example is the science-fiction drama "Fringe," where casual viewers often cite difficulty in keeping up with the changing universes and timelines.
For many years, there have been books so large in scope that a movie adaptation seemed impossible. Some science fiction epics have failed to meet their true potential, such as Frank Herbert's "Dune." Other stories have become great successes, such as Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, but even so, some literary purists have not been satisfied. "Cloud Atlas," however, honors its source material successfully, and hopefully this will encourage more visionary projects in the future.
Rated: 5 of 5 stars.


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I recently had a round of conversations on e-Harmony with a very nice gentleman. Over about a month and half, I learned a good deal about his life, his family, and their history together. I was anxious to meet him. He seemed a good conversationalist (at least on-line), and had a great sense of humor. He seemed to have his head on straight having raised his children without a companion, maintained a solid academic career, and kept up with family and friends. And he seemed to manage it all with a balanced of modesty, humility, and grace. On the screen he seemed a great match for me, and given our 29 points of compatibility, I felt sure we'd have at least a shot a good friendship. But, alas, nothing seems to have come of the few extended phone calls and a single meeting over lunch. Ah, poor me!
I do feel a little "poor me" about it, too. How many academically-anchored, available, African American men over fifty are out there and looking for a women with whom they can spend the rest of their lives? Not too many, and I'd bet my lunch money (on payday) on that!
So, I went into a bit of a tale spin for a week or so over this one. Yes, I'll admit it. This one really got me good. As my mother would say, "This one got your goat!" This one got my goat and my chickens, too. In a few conversations with friends, bless their hearts, I came to see that many of the people I know believe that there is somebody out there for every one of us. We just have to find that somebody. MInd you: most of these believers are married, for more than ten years, happily. Their believes are anchored at their cores. There's no shaking them. They have learned from their own lived experience that the idea of partnership is inevitable, it is part of the path. All you have to do is want it, and it can be so.
Of course, there are the obvious questions:
- Huh?
- What's your (empirical, not anecdotal) proof?
- What about nuns and priests?
- What about the stats that say there just aren't as many available men out there? (I'm assuming heterosexual relationships, in this posting.)
- What about the lived experience of people like me.
As these conversations with friends continue, I hear that, really, it's all about what you want. It all depends on what you put out there in the Universe. Are you putting out a true and authentic desire for a relationship? Or, are you giving a real relationship lip service, and telling the Universe that you really "vant to be alone!" through your behaviors?
I find the whole matter confusing, to tell you the truth. Mainly, I am confused because, I want the weekly delivery of a fresh bouquet, and I want the independence that I've enjoyed for so long. Peering over the fence at other people's apparently very green backyards, I see a certain degree of security in marriage and long-term commitments. If the relationship is working and healthy, you've got a partner for as long as you both shall live. Through the ups and downs, you've got a friend who loves you for you, and welcomes your love right back. That sounds wonderful to me on my side of the fence.
But, I heard the funniest and most perplexing thing a few months ago. I was listening to a woman speak about an impending decision she had to make. She really didn't know which way to go and those of us listening to her expressed our support for whatever decision she made. We all knew how hard it was to have to make important life-changing decisions on our own as single people. We all put her on our prayer lists in that very moment. Before she left us, she said, "Well, I'll have to talk with my husband about it when I get home tonight!" Now, as far as I knew this woman is a Consecrated Virgin, a "lay" nun, of sorts. She's not member of a typical order, but she's living a nun's lifestyle, nonetheless. That means there's no husband at home any night. So, I gave her sort of a funny look with my "Whaddaya mean?"
She came back with a snappy, and very happy, "God and I will discuss this. He's the best husband I could possibly have!" With that, she strutted off to her next engagement. All I could do was remember my Bible verses real fast.
Once I wiped the funny look off my face, I realized I really had to admire this woman. She has a faith that truly supports her whole life. For her - that's why she's chosen this particular spiritual path - God is her lover, friend, husband, companion, her everything, as Barry White would put it. She doesn't have to worry about the "till death do us part" thing, either! She is, in fact, quite 'lucky' in love, if you'll pardon my secular reference, please.
I juggle three ball in thick cultural, spiritual, and emotional air: the notion of God as husband; the matchmaker Universe; and the continuing single life lived with everyday joy.
We live in a cultural context that privileges (still) the coupled, the paired up, people, especially if their are children. Long ago, I found my comfort with tables for one, single-payer double occupancy, and other paired-up conveniences. I'm good with that now; it's how I live as a single woman, as a single mom. As for the matchmaker Universe? Well, I put out there that I'd love to find someone, but I can't just stand by the phone waiting for the Universe to call. I've got a life to live, and I am not tragically single.
Yet, I am not on the nun's path, lay or otherwise. But the idea of God as my companion and helper in this life is attractive and familiar. As far as I know,though, God is willing to share his love and his women (men, too). We get to lean on God, regardless of our relationship status. Last I heard, we can lean hard and heavy when the going gets rough.
So, I've decided what I'm going to do. I'm going to let God do the juggling for me, and I'm not going to worry about it. I've got a life to live and a little one to steward. More, I'm going to be amazed by the love that surrounds me all the time. Fortunately, I don't have to wait for the fresh bouquets or the Karen Carpenter 8-track replays.


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Submission + - Oracle Knew Of Latest Java 0-Day Security Hole In August 2012
An anonymous reader writes: After news broke on Thursday that a new Java 0-day vulnerability had been discovered, and was already being included in multiple popular exploit kits, two new important tidbits have come in on Friday. Firstly, this whole fiasco could have been avoided if Oracle had properly patched a previous vulnerability. Furthermore, not only is the vulnerability being exploited in the wild, but it is being used to push ransomware.


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Waheguru ji ka khalsa Waheguru ji ke fatheh
Daily Gurbani Wichar Calender and Live audio from Golden Temple Window Vista/7 Sidebar Gadget
This Gadget is developed from the "Sukrit" Gurbani Quotes (Daily Calender), All the Gurbani quotes are taken from "Sukrit Calender". Sukrit is an orgnization started with blessings of Panth Ratan Bhai Jasbir Singh Ji Khalsa. It is Serving to Provide career guidence and employement sevices to the Youth.
About Windows Sidebar Gadget
This is an offline Gadget all Shabad or Gurbani Quotes are Automatically updated Daily. As a view you can see in this Picture.
Live From Harminder Sahib
This Gadget Contains Play and Pause Button Which will Play Live Audio from Darbar Sahib , Its requires internet connection.
Its Runs of Windows Sidebar on Windows Vista Or Window 7
Tested on Windows 7.
Waheguru ji .... Gadget Tiyar karde hoye agar koi galate ho gaye hove ta maaf karna.
Installation Guide Video
Installation Guide
Installation Guide
Installation is very simple
1. First Download the file "DailyGurbaniWicharGadget.exe"
2. After download Double click the file.
3. You will find the Welcome to Daily Gurbani Wichar Gadget Window and Click Install button.
4. Then Installation will begin
5 . After installation Clink finsh Button.
6 . Now Right Click on destop and after right click you will find the Following Dialog box click on "Gadgets"
7 . Now u will see the following window and then Double click or right click on DailyGurbaniWichar icon and select add gadget option
7 . Finally you are Done..!!!!! Can see.....
Waheguru Ji ka khalsa Wahehguru ji ke fateh
Please Send your Valuable Suggestions and Comments at the Following Address


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My period came back yesterday- shocked the daylights out of me!! 9.5 mos pp. I thought I was going to be one of the lucky ones who didn't get AF until they were DONE nursing. I mean, I know it's normal and all, but I AM SERIOUSLY feeling devasted. That may sound ridiculous, but somehow, it feels like I am failing. I am really emotional right now and it is like a shock to my system! I have been AF FREE for almost 2 years and I don't wanna go back!!! It SUCKS. I'm sorry, this is a rant.
Maybe my supply has taken a dip?? I am not quite sure yet. We are really relaxed with solids, I have always nursed on request, so I just thought the baby was nursing enough to keep it away.
I am just super emotional right now. My periods before pregnancy were awful and I am so not looking forward to this...............
Thanks for listening


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20 Games Like BattleBots: Design & Destroy()
The Crew 2
The newest iteration in the revolutionary franchise, The Crew 2 captures the thrill of the American motorsports spirit in one of the most exhilarating open worlds ever created. Welcome to Motornation, a huge, varied, action-packed, and beautiful playground built for motorsports throughout the entire US of A. Enjoy unrestrained exploration on ground, sea, and sky. From coast to coast, street and pro racers, off-road explorers, and freestylers gather and compete in all kinds of disciplines. Join them in high-octane contests and share every glorious moment with the world.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2018
Build and expand your repair service empire in this incredibly detailed and highly realistic simulation game, where attention to car detail is astonishing. Find classic, unique cars in the new Barn Find module and Junkyard module. You can even add your self-made car in the Car Editor.
60 / 10033.0
"Action RPG" A genre that defined adventure and represented the childhood of all gamers, revived, redefined, from Japan, on Steam. GOKEN will bring back everything that was right about gaming in an action packed open world environment and have the old school gamers tremble in nostalgia.
60 / 10003.0
Nimbatus - The Space Drone Constructor
Nimbatus - The Drone Constructor is an action simulation game. Craft drones out of hundreds of different parts and explore a fully destructible, procedurally generated galaxy!
Need For Speed: Payback
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Spintires: MudRunner
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The long awaited final part of the Half-Life saga.
The Mines of Morseph
You are Darsius, a peaceful man who was sold into slavery to the Mines of Morseph. This changed when an evil invaded the mines and killed everyone... except you. You must journey through the mines of evil to find the mine key which will lead out of the mines of death...and to your freedom.
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Mission-based driving game for Playstation.
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Hayes Carll Coming to the Lucky Mule Saloon October 19th [VIDEO]
Hayes Carll has carved his niche in the music industry. He is a clever, quirky, country/Americana singer and songwriter who has the ability to connect with music lovers across genres lines. Along with Austin-based singer/songwriter Jason Eady, Hayes Carll is coming to the Lucky Mule Saloon on Friday, October 19th.
Cost: Adults 21 and older $12.00; 18-20 are $12.00, with a $3.00 minor charge at the door.
On Sale: The Lucky Mule, Cavender's, Abby's Bottle & Brew, Complete Nutrition or Farm & Ranch Western Wear
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Friday, October 19th. Doors open at 7:00pm
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Jason Eady
Jason Eady's extensive background in "grown up issues" is what explains why the word "poet" is so frequently associated with his name. A six-year stint in the US Air Force as a translator placed him in a slew of foreign cultures giving him a universal look into the nature of human beings and a good jumping off point for his comprehensive lyrical translations. The Mississippi native and Texas transplant has spent the last seven years in an incubation period undergoing a musical metamorphosis that has led him through lonesome delta blues, inspirational church house harmonies, poetically spun tales of Americana and into the naked and honest regions of good ole' country music.
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Hayes Carll
Wildly literate, utterly slackerly, impossibly romantic, absolutely a slave to the music, The Woodlands, Texas native Hayes Carll is completely committed to the truth and unafraid to skewer pomposity, hypocrisy and small-minded thinking.
In a world of shallow and shallower, where it's all groove and gloss, that might seem a hopeless proposition. Last year, "Another Like You," Carll's stereotype's attract duet of polar opposites, was American Songwriter's #1 Song of 2011 – and his breakout CD, 'KMAG YOYO' was the Americana Music Association's #1 Album, as well as making Best of Lists for Rolling Stone, SPIN and a New York Times Critics Choice.
But more importantly than the critical acclaim is the way Carll connects with music lovers across genres lines. Playing rock clubs and honkytonks, Bonnaroo, Stones Fest, SXSW and NXNE, he and his band the Gulf Coast Orchestra merge a truculent singer/songwriter take that combines Ray Wylie Hubband's lean freewheeling squalor with Todd Snider's brazen Gen Y reality and a healthy dose of love amongst unhealthy people.
"I guess you could say I write degenerate love songs," Carll says. "That, and songs about people who're wedged between not much and even less; people who see how hopeless it is and somehow make it work anyway. "And the best kind of irony, sometimes, is applying no irony and letting reality do the work."
Whatever you call his music, Hayes Carll has stumbled on a rare level of respect from critics, award-givers and fans alike. He's played on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, was the inspiration for the character Beau Hutton from the movie 'Country Strong' starring Gwyneth Paltrow, and hasn't spent a second compromising his creative license along the way.
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ROCKFORD (WIFR) -- For some, the holidays can be a pretty lonely time, but, for almost fifty years, the Rockford Rescue Mission has welcomed all to their holiday table.
More than 400 attended the annual Christmas Banquet at the Rockford Rescue Mission today. For the past 49 holiday seasons, the Mission has opened its doors and provided a Christmas meal to anyone in need. Along with a meal, the mission also gave out early Christmas gifts. Children received toys, and adults were given new socks, hats, and gloves. The Rescue Mission says no one should have to go through the holidays alone.
"You know, a lot of people in need. And we're just so greatful to have the opportunity to provide for folks and provide them a good meal today. And just some nice holiday fun," said Rescue Mission Director of Development, Mick Manne.
The mission says they couldn't have hosted the Christmas celebration for so long, if it weren't for the many people who donate throughout the year.


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Anne Hathaway, 2013
Anne Hathaway's best supporting actress win for Les Miserables was nearly overshadowed by the chatter about her pink Prada dress and its unfortunate bustline darts that emphasized her nipples. Social media quickly dubbed the gown Les Nipperables.
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The Academy Awards are filled with fashion miscues. As we wait to see what Sunday's red carpet brings us, here's a look at the Oscars' most memorable fashion fails.
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Bjork, 2001
No discussion of Oscar's worst styles can take place without a mention of Icelandic artist Bjork's swan dress, and rightly so. Bjork herself gave critics more to discuss when she mimicked laying an egg on the red carpet. The swan dress, created by Macedonian designer Marjan Pejoski, was roundly mocked afterwards – and forevermore, really – as the ultimate fashion disaster.
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Celine Dion, 1999
Oh dear, oh dear … The hat! The shades! And she wore it backwards! Fashionistas collectively gasped and said "Quelle horreur!" to Quebec songstress Celine Dion's John Galliano ensemble.
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Angelina Jolie, 2000
Angelina Jolie is usually glamour personified, but she's had her share of duds. In 2000, Jolie (shown with brother James Haven) went all Morticia Addams in a shapeless black Versace thingy, which she accessorized with a jet-black 'do. Later that evening, however, the drab ensemble was brightened considerably by the shine off the best supporting actress Oscar that Jolie won for her role in Girl, Interrupted.
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Angelina Jolie, 2012
In 2012, Angelina Jolie captured attention again, this time because she wouldn't stop positioning her right leg so it emerged just so from her Atelier Versace gown. Almost at the speed of sound, Angelina's right leg became an Internet meme, and was Photoshopped into numerous famous photos. And needless to say, Angelina's Right Leg also acquired its own Twitter account.
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Cate Blanchett, 2011
Cate Blanchett's gown drew a mixed reaction; some thought the actress looked elegant in her lilac Givenchy gown while others thought it looked like there was a big round hole missing from the front of her dress.
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Lauren Hutton, 2006
Lauren Hutton impressed from the waist up in an Yves Saint Laurent tuxedo – but from the waist down, her cropped pant (with pompoms!) and tasseled sporran provided the 2006 red carpet with its WTH moment.
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Sophia Loren, 2009
Sophia Loren appears overwhelmed by the organza ruffles of her Armani Prive gown. And what an unflattering shade of yellow.
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Sarah Jessica Parker, 2010
It's difficult to look unattractive in Chanel, we're guessing, but SJP did it in this ill-fitting wrinkly gown. Compounding the faux pas, she chose a colour that made her look sallow.
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Whoopi Goldberg, 1993
It's a gown! No wait, it's not! It's tough to know what look Whoopi Goldberg was aiming for, but it's safe to say that her garish ensemble was a fashion flop.
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Cameron Diaz, 2002
Cameron Diaz explained her floral print Emanuel Ungaro dress thusly and unironically to People: "I wanted to wear something I felt casual and myself in. I feel like I just got out of bed and threw it on."
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Cher, 1986
Cher has worn many a jaw-dropper to the Oscars, but this outlandish Bob Mackie design took the cake. "As you can see," Cher quipped, "I did receive my Academy booklet on how to dress like a serious actress."
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Penelope Cruz, 2007
Penelope Cruz's blush-coloured Atelier Versace gown drew mixed reactions from fashion critics; those who loathed it almost universally pointed to the bottom half's shredded-tissue effect as being the culprit.
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Charlize Theron, 2006
Charlize Theron's satin gown, by John Galliano for Dior Couture, had too much bow, too many unnecessary swaths of fabric, too much everything.
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Jessica Biel, 2009
On the subject of bows, it seems that less is more: Jessica Biel's ivory Prada gown, with its big swoopy bow, was a miss.
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Charlize Theron, 2011
Charlize Theron scores a second mention: She could have been a vision in Dior – except for those two giant rosettes oddly placed across her bosom.
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Beyonce, 2009
Beyonce's busy brocade gown, designed by her mom Tina Knowles, proves that mother doesn't always know best.
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Diablo Cody, 2008
She won a best original screenplay Oscar for Juno, but Diablo Cody's Dior outfit – including a last-minute decision to wear flat shoes, making her hemline drag – was panned for its Pebbles Flintstone vibe.
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Jennifer Hudson, 2007
Jennifer Hudson's metallic space-agey bolero drew tsks and jibes about the mother ship. Hudson later had the last laugh when she won the best supporting actress Oscar for her role in Dreamgirls.
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Robin Williams, 2005
It's tough to go wrong when you're a guy, but Robin Williams managed to do it with a pink shirt, baggy coat and minuscule bowtie.
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Dennis Rodman, 1997
Dennis Rodman's outfit, which his date Vivica A. Fox said was inspired by the Mad Hatter, was universally derided.
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Philip Seymour Hoffman, 2009
Skull cap on the Oscars' red carpet: Bad.
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Mickey Rourke, 2009
Mickey Rourke has always been a loose cannon, and that has sometimes worked to his benefit. But this daring Gaultier suit, heavily accessorized with chains, missed the mark.
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Isaac Hayes, 1971
Isaac Hayes wrote Theme From Shaft, which was a winner for best song in 1971 – but his outfit was a mishmashed mess.
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Diane Keaton, 2004
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Faith Hill, 2002
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Faye Dunaway, 2007
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Tyra Banks, 2000
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Geena Davis, 1992
… and the unspeakably ill-advised Geena Davis.
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Gwyneth Paltrow, 2002
Gwyneth Paltrow's Alexander McQueen goth-inspired see-through choice in 2002 drew cries of dismay …
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Uma Thurman, 2004
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Kate Hudson, 2001
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Melissa Leo, 2011
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I was born and raised in Maryland. My family is Lutheran I was raised Lutheran went to Sunday school etc. my father was Lutheran but fortunately for me he was very intelligent and encouraged a young inquisitive mind. at a young age I was interested in world cultures and ancient mythology. Realizing there were many religions in the world and also ancient religions no longer followed. I had revelation. Which religion is correct? How do I know the one I was taught is correct. Then it hit me they are all wrong and some day will be dead ancient mythology. By time I was 14 I was an atheist. I "came out" to my parents in not the best circumstances. They wanted me to go to church. I did want to, we argued. Then I said it, "i'm am atheist". My parents eventually accepted it. In maryland religion is a private thing. Most people do not push there religion or talk about it.
At age 39 I moved to texas. Wow what a difference. Thats when I became an active atheist. I live in a small east texas town. They don't like me here. I speak up if anything religious is introduced in the schools. My wife says, "i better watch myself one some zealot gonna shoot me"
Any love the atheist experience. Oneday I'm going to get out to austin to se it live.


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CHICAGO – Over the past 16 years, biotechnology has helped Ron Moore grow crops that could survive drought, produce higher-quality grain to feed his livestock and yield sweet corn so plentiful his family has donated extra to the church and local food pantry.
"People have said it's the best sweet corn they've ever eaten," said Moore, 57, whose family farms a few thousand acres near the western Illinois community of Roseville.
But the same scientific advances that have so greatly altered the agriculture industry also have made some consumers nervous about what they are putting in their bodies and what long-term effects it could have.
Now that battle has come to Moore's home state.
Illinois Sen. David Koehler, a Democrat from Peoria, says those concerns are behind legislation he proposed that would require the labeling of food produced with genetic engineering – often called "GMOs," or genetically modified organisms. Koehler, chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, convened a panel of lawmakers for three hearings on the bill over the summer to try to educate the public and the committee on the issue.
Koehler's bill would require farmers and manufacturers to label any food that's available for retail sale in Illinois and that contains more than 1 percent of genetically engineered ingredients. The front or back of the package must clearly state "Produced with Genetic Engineering" or "Partially Produced with Genetic Engineering." The law would be enforced by the Department of Public Health, and producers could be fined for not properly labeling their products.
"For me it's a consumer transparency issue," Koehler said. "Do consumers have a right to know? I obviously believe they do."
GMOs are plants whose DNA has been manipulated in a lab to resist drought, disease and insects and to increase yields. The European Union largely bans them, but most of the corn, soybean, cotton and sugar beets cultivated in the U.S. today contain plants that were genetically modified. They are particularly common in animal feed and processed foods.
More than 60 countries have GMO labeling laws, according to the Center for Food Safety, a non-profit advocacy group. As efforts to pass a federal law in the U.S. haven't gained much traction, supporters have turned to state legislatures. The Center for Food Safety says labeling measures currently are pending in more than two dozen states. Only two – Maine and Connecticut – have approved them.
Advocates say Illinois is a key piece of the state-by-state approach because it's the nation's fifth most populous state and one of the biggest agricultural producers.
"We're obviously the belly of the beast," said Jessica Fujan, the Chicago-based Midwest director for the consumer advocacy group Food and Water Watch.
Fujan said the majority of consumers – herself included – want to know what they're eating and are bothered by the fact that some farmers and food industry giants don't want to be required to tell them.
But opponents of the measure say labeling could unnecessarily scare off consumers, burden farmers and other producers and ultimately drive up the cost of food. They also say if labeling cuts into profits enough, it could discourage companies from conducting further scientific research.
"It will reduce the technological advances we've enjoyed in Illinois for the last 50 years," said Moore, president of the Illinois Soybean Association. "It'd be like going back to the rotary phone."
At the core of the debate is whether genetically engineered food is safe for human consumption. Most studies say it is, and the Food and Drug Administration has generally recognized them as safe. Moore notes that his own family eats the genetically modified products they grow on their farm and "I'm not concerned about it at all."
But Fujan and other opponents say there hasn't enough independent testing, particularly of the long-term health effects.
Opponents also are concerned about the impact GMOs could have on the environment, and they say consumers already absorb increased costs when a company wants to change packaging to promote a new flavor or put a professional athlete on the front of a cereal box.
Koehler said the subcommittee of lawmakers that have been holding hearings on the issue will meet in Springfield during the fall veto session later this month to discuss what they heard. He doesn't expect to move further with the measure until the Legislature meets again early next year.
The bill is SB1666.
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Christmas in the Village
The YWCA Westfield hosted the after tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Nov. 16. Area families returned to the YWCA after the ceremony in Moore Park. Arianne Correll and Tom Brown provided hot chocolate, cookies and punch, the Kiwanis Club sold hot dogs, frito pies and soda. Santa Claus was on hand to talk with the youngest children and a movie was featured in the gym. "This was the perfect start to the holiday season," said YWCA Board Member Valerie Champlin. "It was wonderful to see our building full of families and happy children and we look forward to being a part of this tradition for years to come."
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Area residents gathered at the YWCA on Friday, Nov. 16, after the tree-lighting ceremony in Moore Park. Santa was on hand to meet and greet the youngsters, Arrianne Correll and Tom Brown provided hot chocolate, cookies and punch for the group while the Kiwanis Club offered hot dogs, soda and frito pies for sale.
The YWCA After School Advantage Program was able to mark Veterans Day in a special way and make a personal connection. Students in the program made Veterans Day gifts and signed a huge thank you card to the men and women stationed at the AFB in Seattle, Wash. Advantage Staff Member Cassie Allesie's brother is stationed there and assigned to a United States Air Force refueling unit. The children and staff at the YWCA Westfield wish to thank all servicemen and women around the world for their hard work and dedication to preserving the American way of life.
Gift Certificates
YWCA Gift Certificates are available and make the perfect holiday gift. They are available in any denomination to be used towards rentals or can be purchased specifically for memberships and fitness visits.
Dollar Days
Once again the YWCA will offer Dollar Day specials on fitness visits. From Nov. 30 through December 21 fitness visits can be purchased for $1 each. Gift certificates are available so friends and family members may give others the gift or members may add these visits to their personal account. The YWCA accepts cash or checks.
Hanging of the Greens
The annual Hanging of the Greens will be held at the YWCA on Thursday, Dec. 13 from 4-5:30 p.m. "In reality the greens are already hung and the building is decorated for the holidays," reported YWCA Executive Director Katie Smith. "In YWCA history this occasion has always been referred to as the hanging of the greens and we've kept with the tradition. Community members are welcome to visit the YWCA and share light refreshments with our staff, board members and trustees. No reservations are require, everyone is welcome."
Spa Day
Planning for the annual Spa Day is continuing. On Feb. 9, 2013, the YWCA will be hosting a health, wellness, beauty day that will also feature a selection of workshops and seminars on women's issues. Tickets will be on sale late in January, businesses, organizations or individuals interested in being a vendor are asked to contact the YWCA at 326-2011.
Overnight rentals, meeting rooms, a dining hall and kitchen are available at the YWCA for rent. "our facilities can be used by YWCA members as well as the general public," reported Nancy Tresler, facilities manager at the YWCA. "We have a fee structure in place that is quite reasonable, we can sleep up to 12 people in our five bedrooms and we have seating for 70 in our dining room."
Available dates and prices area are posted on the YWCA website, or interested parties are invited to call the Y at 716.326.2011 or stop in for a personal tour.
YWCA Information
The YWCA Westfield is a member of the National YWCA a women's advocacy organization with affiliates worldwide. The mission of the YWCA centers on "empowering women, eliminating racism and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all." Locally the YWCA Westfield is a United Way partner and a member of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce.
The mailing address for the YWCA is 58 S. Portage St., Westfield, NY 14787, the phone number is 326-2011 and the website is ywca.westfield.org. The YWCA can also be found on Facebook.


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By Joshua Kummins
After an exciting pair of semifinals last Monday, which included a shutout and an overtime clash, the 59th Annual Beanpot concludes on Valentine's with Boston College set to face Northeastern in the championship game at 7:30 p.m. at the TD Garden Monday night.
The Huskies enter the finals for the first time in two seasons, sporting a 10-11-6 (8-8-5 Hockey East) record. The Eagles have already clinched a playoff spot with a 21-6-0 (16-2-2 HEA) record, which is good for a share of the Hockey East lead with UNH.
Northeastern opened the tournament with a 4-0 shutout of Harvard, led by a pair of goals from junior Mike McLaughlin in the first and second periods. Sophomore Chris Rawlings was outstanding in goal, turning aside 41 shots for his fifth shutout of the season and fourth in seven games. NU won its first overtime game of the season, 3-2, over UMass-Lowell, Friday night, as freshman defenseman Jamie Oleksiak potted the game-winning goal with just 14 seconds to play in the extra session. NU's fourth consecutive victory against UML propelled it within one point of fifth-place Maine in the conference standings. The win also marks the first time NU has swept a Hockey East regular season series this season.
Senior Wade MacLeod, the team's leading scorer, added a first-period goal in the game, extending his point-scoring streak to six games. The British Columbia native has 14 goals and 14 assists in 27 games this season.
Junior alternate captain Tommy Cross scored the overtime game-winning goal at 3:17 as BC advanced to its 31st title game with a 3-2 win over archrival BU in last Monday's nightcap. The win was BC's fifth straight, fourth of the season against BU and 12th in the last 13 games overall.
The Eagles' streak continued Friday night when senior John Muse posted a 24-save shutout in a 3-0 win over Providence at the Schneider Arena. Cam Atkinson, Brian Gibbons, and Bill Arnold scored goals for the Eagles, continuing their winning streak that dates back to Jan. 21.
The current Eagles senior class is 5-1 all-time in the Beanpot, while those three players — Joe Whitney, Gibbons, and Muse — are 2-0 in the championship game. Muse, the reigning Eberly Goaltending Award winner (best save percentage in the tournament), is 5-1 in his Beanpot career and 16-4-0 this season
Fellow third-year player Cam Atkinson scored a goal last night as he continues to lead the team with 21 goals and 36 points. He ranks second in Hockey East in goals and fourth in total scoring.
Northeastern trails the all-time Beanpot series, 30-8, but captured a 6-1 win in the last tournament meeting during the 2009 semifinals.
Just six current Huskies were active in the game Feb. 2, 2009, while senior Randy Guzior and junior Drew Muench were both out of the lineup. At the time, junior Chris Donovan led NU with a goal and three assists in the game. Matt Price, a member of BC's graduating class last season, scored the lone Eagle goal.
Joshua Kummins is a sophomore at Malden High School and the Hockey East beat reporter for BostonSportsU18.com.


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Ron Anderson Voice Scholarship established at SFA
Aug. 27, 2013
NACOGDOCHES, Texas –The Ron Anderson Voice Scholarship has been established through the Stephen F. Austin State University Alumni Association in honor of a longtime professor of music.
The scholarship will benefit SFA music majors studying vocal performance or pursuing certification in choral music education.
Anderson has been a member of the SFA music faculty and administration since 1970. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Concordia College and Master of Arts and doctoral degrees from the University of Iowa. He was director of choral activities at SFA for 13 years before serving as director of the School of Music from 1986 to 2009.
His teaching areas include voice, music bibliography, conducting, literature and appreciation. He is a past president of the Texas Association of Music Schools, a former chair of the University's Chairs Forum and former co-chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Field of Study Committee for Music. He received the SFA Foundation Achievement Award for Teaching for the 2004-05 academic year and was founding director of the Texas Institute for Creativity and Innovation in spring 2008. Anderson also served for two years as interim chair of the SFA Department of Psychology.
If you would like to contribute to the scholarship, contact the SFA Alumni Association at (936) 468-3407 or visit sfaalumni.com for more information.


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CHARLOTTESVILLE -- Rumors have been swirling for days that a few Hurricane assistants could be on their way out. Turns out one of them is true and one isn't.
According to a source who spoke with our Susan Miller Degnan moments ago, defensive line coach and recruiting coordinator Clint Hurtt has been interviewed by Louisville and is likely going to be given a job on new coach Charlie Strong's staff.
The other rumored coach to be leaving, defensive backs coach Wesley McGriff, told me moments ago he isn't going anywhere and "to please end the rumors."
"Any rumors of me leaving are totally false," Wesley McGriff said by phone Saturday night. "I'm staying at the University of Miami. I haven't spoken to anyone at Kentucky or any other school. I haven't interviewed. I'm a Hurricane. Please let everyone know that."
Hurtt has not answered repeated phone calls. But if we can get him on the phone, we will try to get something from him. Last week, a source told me the Hurricanes are interested in bringing in former UM defensive lineman and USF defensive line coach Kevin Patrick as Hurtt's replacement.
Stay tuned.


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Manchester City's controversial striker, Mario Balotelli, has admitted that he is not yet the finished article, accepting that there is still plenty of room for improvement.
The Italian international has previously spoken of his desire to be considered as one of the best players in the world, but by his own accord, the 21-year-old frontman admits that there is a lot of work to be done before he can be spoken about in the same breath as the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
However, Balotelli believes that it's only a matter of time before he reaches his full potential, and the troublesome striker has set his sights on winning the Ballon d'Or.
Speaking to France Football, Balotelli said: "My dream is to become in time the strongest footballer. I know I am strong, but if I go on working I know I can become much stronger."
He added: "The Ballon d'Or is the most important title after the World Cup and European Championship. It is an objective. I think I could be able to win it one day. But I still have to work a lot.
"When I decide to score, I score. I know I am strong, but I believe it is not enough yet. I can kick fine, dribble very well, but I still have to improve."
Whilst he accepts that he still needs to develop as a player, the former Inter Milan striker clearly isn't short on confidence.
"Yes, I think I am a genius, but not a rebel. I have my life, my world, I do what I want, without annoying anyone. I believe I am more intelligent than the average person.
"The talent God gave me is beautiful and wonderful, but it is difficult. Because you are always facing other people keen to judge you.
"There are few people with such talent, so there are few able to judge what I am doing."
Despite a turbulent City career to date, with Balotelli never far from controversy for his off-field antics, the Italian youngster also impressed on it, scoring 13 times in 23 appearances for Roberto Mancini's side.
To cap an eventful year, Balotelli picked up a Premier League winner's medal, as he came off the bench and played his part in a dramatic and pulsating 3-2 victory over QPR on the final day of the league season, which ensured the title would be going to the Etihad Stadium for the first time in 44 years.
And, Balotelli believes that this trophy is just the first of many, and has once again moved to distance himself from speculation surrounding his future, rejecting talks of a possible summer switch to AC Milan, insisting that he plans to remain at City for the long-term.
When asked whether he'd still be at City come the start of the 2012-13 season, Balotelli said: "I don't know. I believe yes. You should ask (his agent) Mino Raiola.
"Personally I would like to stay at City, who I am fond of. Yes I would like to stay."
The close-knit relationship between Balotelli and City boss Mancini is well documented, and it's fair to say that even the most understanding of managers would have become increasingly frustrated with some of his antics this season.
However, 'Super Mario', as he is affectionately known amongst City fans, acknowledges the role that Mancini has played in his development as a player, and he owes a great deal of gratitude to the former Inter chief.
"Roberto Mancini has known me since I am a kid. He really knows me. More than a coach-player relationship, it is a friendship between us.
"Mancini has always trusted me. It is not that easy when b******s talk to the press, people saying they saw you here and there at night.
"When I don't play it is then difficult to say: 'Mario takes the team's lead and makes it into a win'. However that is what Mancini has always done. I will always remain grateful for that."
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GREENVILLE, Ill. – Sophomore Sean McQuillan's goal in the 16th minute proved be the clincher as the Panthers pushed past visiting FU on Saturday's Senior Day at Francis Field.
With the conference win Greenville men's soccer moves to 11-5-3 (6-1 SLIAC) and currently sits atop the SLIAC standings with 36 points.
McQuillan's game-winner came off a well-struck free kick from the 20-yard mark that sailed past the Fontbonne keeper and would stand as the match's only goal. Senior David Dunlop added four shots to help pace the Panther offense in the 1-0 affair.
Senior GK Nathan Haas turned in a clutch performance in net, registering the shutout and five saves in his 90:00 minutes of play.
Greenville's defense was key in the tightly contested SLIAC battle as GC's back four controlled the opposing offensive zone. "Our defensemen really worked hard to close gaps all game," commented assistant coach Jon Fields. "We were able to hold the lead and that is mostly contributed to the way our backs dictated the pitch."
The seniors recognized on Saturday included David Becks, Dan Ringkamp, Joshua Cranston, Daniel Taylor, Craig "Cobi" Allen, David Dunlop, Tim Johnson, Steve Beam, and Nathan Haas.
"Our senior men have helped put together a 56-23-10 overall record, while posting a 33-4 SLIAC record," stated head coach Brian McMahon. "Outside of their athletic accomplishments, I am most proud of the leadership and team chemistry that they have brought to our program. They are an irreplaceable group of men."
GC men's soccer will return to the pitch on Tuesday, October 25 as they travel to Elsah, Ill. and wrap up regular season play against SLIAC rival Principia.


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Business Conversation with Henry Njoroge: ICT as an enabling pillar for investment in Africa, Feb 6 2013 @ Business Lounge, Junction Mall
February 1, 2013 at 2:18 pm ugomatic 2 comments
The Business Conversation is a monthly forum created by the Business Lounge where young entrepreneurs and business people can interact with various personalities who have had a track record of exceptional leadership, management and entrepreneurial experiences.
Mr. Henry Njoroge, the founder and CEO of Xtranet is the guest speaker for the next forum scheduled for 6th/Feb/2013 whose theme is: ICT as an enabling pillar for investment in Africa.
Mr. Henry Njoroge works to expand the information technology sector of Kenya and currently runs Xtranet Communications, which aims to capture the growing opportunities in value added services arising out of the rapid growth of mobile telephony penetration and the coming of the fiber optic cable of East Africa Coast this year. He hopes to provide employment to hundreds of jobless youth in Kenya through initiatives such as call centers, outsourcing and business process engineering.
He is also a trustee of the Kenya Youth Business Trust, a non-profit organization affiliated to Youth Business International, whose aim is to empower the poorest of the poor through entrepreneurship by giving microloans. Mr. Njoroge was previously CEO of Openview Business Systems and has also established and expanded several other IT companies in Kenya, Angola, Zambia and Uganda. With each company, he has worked to redefine ICT, the Internet, and telecommunications in Africa, making technology more widely accessible.
Date: February 6, 2013
Venue: Business Lounge, Junction Mall, 4th Floor, Ngong Road
Time: 6:00pm -9:00pm
Tickets: Advance Kshs 1,500 & Gate Kshs 2000
Reservation: 0705 980520
Contacts: Email email@example.com
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This is the way to get rid of poverty among the youth!
This is the same guy who conned Access Kenya Group to buy Open View Business only to Incorporate another company during the handover, poaching all the technical staff, major clients and leaving AKG with a shell of Open View Business.
Wouldn't recommend anyone to see a this man, even for free. Unless he is being arrested 🙂
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LADS is one of the largest division on campus. Our division teaches performance-based subject matter in areas central to student success. The LADS Division is unique in the size, scope, and complexity of its responsibilities. The composition and mission of the LADS Division is as follows:
1. English -- The English Department provides high-quality lower-division general education and major requirements courses for transfer students to the four-year universities. Courses such as English 120 (Reading and Composition), English 121 (Literature and Composition), English 123 (Critical Thinking about Literature), and English 125 (Critical Thinking) are equivalent in depth and quality to the curricula of the CSU and UC systems. The English Department also offers basic and preparatory reading and writing courses to prepare students for English 120.
2. English as a Second Language (ESL) -- The ESL Department prepares non-native English speakers for college-level courses, making the college as a whole more accessible to the immigrant and international student population. The department offers five levels of academic classes including reading, writing, grammar, listening, speaking, and pronunciation. Students in the ESL program improve their comprehension, fluency, and comfort levels in English, gain college success skills, and prepare for more advanced courses.
3. Speech -- The Speech Department offers a range of courses to improve oral communication skills in a variety of settings. The offerings include Speech 120 (Interpersonal Communication), Speech 122 (Public Speaking), Speech 124 (Career Communication), Speech 126 (Intercultural Communication), and Speech 128 (Critical Thinking and Argumentation).
4. Modern Languages-- The Modern Languages Department offers classes in Spanish, French, Italian, and American Sign Language. The Spanish for Heritage Speakers Program focuses on total fluency in reading and writing. Some Spanish classes are offered online, allowing students to attend classes via distance. Summer language programs have been offered in Mexico, Spain, Costa Rica, Peru, Guatemala, and France, giving students the opportunity to internationalize their language learning and practice.
Other Academic Support Services
1. Napa Valley College Writing Success Center -- Students may come to the Writing Center, located in Room 832, on a drop-in basis for up to four hours per semester to get feedback on essays and other writing assignments. Those who wish to combine such feedback with more intensive work on their composition skills and/or on specific skill areas of grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary may enroll in the Writing Center class, English 84. This class provides self-paced coursework individually tailored to the students' needs. The Writing Center's day and evening hours are posted on the door of Room 832. When classes are in session, students may call 256-7640 to hear a recording listing the hours.
2. The Testing and Tutoring Center -- The Testing and Tutoring Center (TTC), located in Room 1764, provides assessment for the English, math, ESL, G.E.D., and Health Occupations programs. The center also employs qualified, trained peer tutors for all subjects, except English. To schedule appointments call 256-7434.
3. Diagnostic Learning Services -- The Diagnostic Learning Services Department, located in Room 1766 in the 1700 Building, serves the educational needs of students who are experiencing difficulty learning, including those students with learning disabilities. NVC students may refer themselves for diagnostic evaluation. Information from this testing is used by Learning Disability Specialists to determine accommodations that may support students in being successful in the college environment. For an appointment call 256-7442.
4. Developmental Studies/Reading Program -- The Developmental Studies/Reading Program provides coursework in basic skills (and is non-degree-applicable) so that students can develop and hone their reading, writing, and computational skills necessary for successful enrollment in college-level coursework. These courses include those specifically designed for the learning disabled student.


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A slightly better economic outlook and a massive reorganization in Colorado Springs School District 11 have shaped the proposed 2013-2014 budget.
The most significant change in the budget comes from closing or remodeling some schools in the face of declining enrollment, said Glenn Gustafson, deputy superintendent and chief financial officer.
"These repurposings shifted staff and programs and reduced, in some cases, administration in order to more effectively utilize our resources," he said.
The D-11 board of education will hold a public hearing on the recommended budget during its regular board meeting on Wednesday. The public comment period is expected to begin around 7 p.m. at the district administration building, 1115 N. El Paso St.
The board also will discuss the budget but not vote on whether to adopt it until its June 19 meeting. Under state law, school districts must submit a budget for consideration by July 1.
The $343 million budget reflects last month's closure of three schools, including Wasson High, which is being remodeled into an alternative education center for the district. The other two schools could be sold, Gustafson said.
The reorganization is part of a new "optimization of utilization" plan - a reaction to declining enrollment and decreased funding that focuses on consolidating schools and programs and creating larger elementary schools for more effective use of buildings.
Since 2009, D-11 has closed 12 schools in its restructuring process. Two, Irving Education Center and the former Jefferson Elementary School, have sold for just over $7.2 million.
There will be 63 fewer jobs in the district next school year, due to the changing environment. Of those positions, 11.6 positions could be identified as "displaced teachers," and the district would be responsible for paying full compensation for one school year. The payout would amount to $749,000, according to the budget proposal.
Among the new additions in the budget is $1 million to staff the new Early College High School, one of eight programs that will be housed at the repurposed Wasson High. That equates to 16 teachers and staff, Gustafson said.
The consolidation of programs is expected to reduce costs in building operations, overhead, maintenance and staff by a total of $2.3 million annually, he said.
Although public schools are still dealing with effects of the recession, districts will see a small amount of new money for next school year. This is the first year since 2009 that the state approved an overall increase in School Finance Act revenues.
While the state will kick in more money for public education, D-11 expects local property tax revenue to decrease by about $764,000, due to decreased valuations.
In all, D-11's Public School Finance Act funding should increase by about 2.2 percent, or nearly $4 million, Gustafson said.
The district announced last month it would, for the first time in four years, increase salaries this school year, for a total wages and benefits compensation package of $9.3 million. It also will reinstate one of two mandatory furlough days, at a cost of $800,000.
Another positive step, Gustafson said, is the possible expansion of capital reserve projects, which would add air conditioning to two more elementary schools, Monroe and Taylor, at a combined cost of just over $1 million.
"Hot schools have been a major issue the last few years. Kids are sweating in the fall and spring, and we're slowly converting every school to air conditioning without impacting the taxpayers," he said.
Proceeds from the sale of Irving and Jefferson have enabled the expansion of capital reserve funds, Gustafson added.
The district projects 358 fewer students in October compared with last fall's enrollment, for an estimated 27,016 students. In 2001-2002, the district had 31,200 students.
Three new charter school approvals have contributed to the expected drop in the fall, according to the budget proposal. The district plans to restore $300,000 to advertising and marketing efforts to attract more students and "remain competitive with other local choice education options," according to district spokeswoman Devra Ashby. But time will tell: Although the October 2012 pupil count was expected to be 36.5 students more than in October 2011, it ended up being 438 less than projected.


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Customizer-in-Residence Open Studio Series
Friday, April 5–Sunday, April 7, 2013
Sunday, April 7, 2013 - 1:00pm
Friday, April 5, 5–8 pm
Saturday, April 6, 1–4 pm
Sunday, April 7, 1–4 pm
Catch Bay Area hackers, makers, and DIYers in action as part of the we/customize Customizer-in-Residence series. Watch the process of expert customizers and participate in transforming objects with clothing mash-ups, toy hacking, music remixing, and more! This weekend, catch Slimm Buick and his extraordinary art bikes! Visit the open studio to customize something different every week, then see your finished work featured on Flickr and wecustomize.org!


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WEST LIBERTY, Ky. -- State police say that a man died in a motorcycle accident on Saturday after he lost control and veered off the road, drove into a creek, and finally crashed into an embankment.
Police reported that Joshua Branham, 24, was driving his motorcycle on KY 191 around 7 PM on March 23rd. He is believed to have lost control of his motorcycle and crashed.
Branham was pronounced dead at the scene.
Officers say that neither alcohol nor drugs were a factor in the crash. The accident is still under investigation.


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Is forceful let-down the problem?
Does your baby do any of these things?
- Gag, choke, strangle, gulp, gasp, cough while nursing as though the milk is coming too fast
- Pull off the breast often while nursing
- Clamp down on the nipple at let-down to slow the flow of milk
- Make a clicking sound when nursing
- Spit up very often and/or tend to be very gassy
- Periodically refuse to nurse
- Dislike comfort nursing in general
If some of this sounds familiar to you, you probably have a forceful let-down. This is often associated with too much milk (oversupply). Some mothers notice that the problems with fast letdown or oversupply don't start until 3-6 weeks of age. Forceful let-down runs the gamut from a minor inconvenience to a major problem, depending upon how severe it is and how it affects the nursing relationship.
What can I do about it?
There are essentially two ways you can go about remedying a forceful let-down: (1) help baby deal with the fast flow and (2) take measures to adjust your milk supply down to baby's needs. Since forceful let-down is generally a byproduct of oversupply, most moms will be working on both of these things. It may take a couple of weeks to see results from interventions for oversupply, so try to be patient and keep working on it.
Help baby deal with the fast milk flow
- Position baby so that she is nursing "uphill" in relation to mom's breast, where gravity is working againstthe flow of milk. The most effective positions are those where baby's head and throat are above the level of your nipple. Some nursing positions to try:
- Cradle hold, but with mom leaning back (a recliner or lots of pillows helps)
- Football hold, but with mom leaning back
- Elevated football hold – like the football hold, but baby is sitting up and facing mom to nurse instead of lying down (good for nursing in public).
- Side lying position – this allows baby to dribble the extra milk out of her mouth when it's coming too fast
- Australian position (mom is "down under", aka posture feeding) – in this position, mom is lying on her back and baby is on top (facing down), tummy to tummy with mom. Avoid using this positioning frequently, as it may lead to plugged ducts.
- Burp baby frequently if she is swallowing a lot of air.
- Nurse more frequently. This will reduce the amount of milk that accumulates between feedings, so feedings are more manageable for baby.
- Nurse when baby is sleepy and relaxed. Baby will suck more gently at this time, and the milk flow will be slower.
- Wait until let-down occurs, then take baby off the breast while at the same time catching the milk in a towel or cloth diaper. Once the flow slows, you can put your baby back to the breast.
- Pump or hand express until the flow of milk slows down, and then put baby to the breast. Use this only if nothing else is working, as it stimulates additional milk production. If you do this, try to express a little less milk each time until you are no longer expressing before nursing.
Adjust your supply to better match baby's needs
- If baby is gaining weight well, then having baby nurse from only one breast per feeding can be helpful.
- If baby finishes nursing on the first side and wants to continue nursing, just put baby back onto the first side.
- If the second side becomes uncomfortable, express a little milk until you're more comfortable and then use cool compresses – aim for expressing less milk each time until you are comfortable without expressing milk.
- Avoid extra breast stimulation, for example, unnecessary pumping, running the shower on your breasts for a long time or wearing breast shells.
- Between feedings, try applying cool compresses to the breast (on for 30 minutes, off for at least an hour). This can discourage blood flow and milk production.
- If nursing one side per feeding is not working after a week or so, try keeping baby to one side for a certain period of time before switching sides. This is called block nursing.
- Start with 2-3 hours and increase in half-hour increments if needed.
- Do not restrict nursing at all, but any time that baby needs to nurse simply keep putting baby back to the same side during that time period.
- If the second side becomes uncomfortable, express a little milk until you're more comfortable and then use cool compresses – aim for expressing less milk each time until you are comfortable without expressing milk.
- In more extreme cases, mom may need to experiment a bit with time periods over 4 hours to find the amount of time per breast that works best.
- Additional measures that should only be used for extreme cases of oversupply includecabbage leaf compresses and herbs.
Even if these measures do not completely solve the problem, many moms find that their abundant supply and fast let-down will subside, at least to some extent, by about 12 weeks (give or take a bit). At this point, hormonal changes occur that make milk supply more stable and more in line with the amount of milk that baby needs.
Sometimes babies of moms with oversupply or fast let-down get very used to the fast flow and object when it normally slows somewhere between 3 weeks to 3 months. Even though your let-down may not be truly slow, it can still seem that way to baby. See Let-down Reflex: Too Slow?for tips.
Additional Information
Too Much Milk? by Becky Flora, IBCLC
Oversupply by Kathy Kuhn, IBCLC
Tips for taming a monster milk supply by Kathy Kuhn, IBCLC
Gaining, Gulping, and Grimacing? by Diane Wiessinger, MS, IBCLC
Oversupply: Too Much Milk by Anne Smith, IBCLC
Colic in the Breastfed Baby by Jack Newman MD, FRCPC
Am I making too much milk? from La Leche League International
Fighting the Battle Against Oversupply by Vanessa Manz
Finish the First Breast First by Melissa Vickers (LEAVEN, September-October 1995, p. 69-71)
Overactive Let-Down: Consequences and Treatments by Mary Jozwiak (from LEAVEN, September-October 1995, pp. 71-72)
Common Side Effects of an Overactive Let-Down by Mary Jozwiak (from LEAVEN, September-October 1995, p. 69)
Too Much of a Good Thing by Kate Drzycimski, from New Beginnings Vol. 19 No. 9, July-August 2002, p. 129.
Resolution of Lactose Intolerance and "Colic" in Breastfed Babies by Robyn Noble & Anne Bovey, presented at the ALCA Vic (Melbourne) Conference on the 1st November, 1997