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Everything You Could Ever Want to Know About StimmingA. Stout
Have you ever wondered why your child flaps his/her hands, loves to spin, or makes noises with his/her mouth? This behavior is very common among people with autism and is called stimming. Want to know more about what it is? Why people do it? What you should do about it? Then read on!
What is stimming?
Have you ever bounced your leg, bit your nails, paced, or fidgeted when nervous? Jumped up and down, squealed, or waved your arms when excited? Twirled your hair or drummed your fingers when bored or thinking? Gotten the inexplicable urge to dance to a great song? Yes? Well, my friend, you already know what stimming is because you have done it!
Stimming is short for self-stimulatory behavior. It's also known as stereotypical behavior or stereotypy. When a person is stimming, they are engaging in a set of repetitive movements or sounds (vocal stimming is another type of this behavior).
What is the purpose of stimming?
At its core, stimming is a way to decrease or increase stimulation, self-regulate emotions, and express oneself. In other words, it can drown out the world or increase sensory input, regain equilibrium when experiencing strong emotions (both negative and positive), and simply express happiness or other emotions! Many with autism explain that stimming makes them feel good and can even help them focus.
If we've all stimmed, why is it specifically associated with disorders like autism?
We all stim, but people with autism differ in the frequency, (oftentimes) type, and necessity of their stims. That is, people with autism stim more often and stim differently than neurotypicals. Their stims are also much more necessary to them than to the neurotypical population. As Elizabeth Alford, an individual on the spectrum, says: "It makes me feel uncomfortable when [it] cannot be done."
What are some common stims among people with autism?
As Amythest Schaber puts it, there are as many ways to stim as there are people with autism! However, common stims among the autism community include hand flapping, rocking (can be either back and forth or side to side), spinning, humming, jumping, and mimicking noises.
Is stimming bad? Should I stop my child from doing it?
Is shivering when you're cold bad? Is crying when you're sad bad? Both of those things, like stimming, are ways for our bodies to cope with something. So actually, non-harmful stimming is the opposite of bad!
However, some view stimming as socially unacceptable; a person flapping their hands in public may be seen as "strange," and it may make others around them feel uncomfortable. That's why some parents, teachers, and therapists attempt to stop a child from stimming in hopes of making them fit in and appear more "neurotypical." Their intentions are likely good; they want to prevent the child from being bullied and help them integrate as smoothly into the real world as possible. However, we at The Autism Site highly, highly discourage suppression of non-harmful stims. Management is a much healthier option for people on the spectrum.
As someone once put it, imagine if you were forbidden from scratching an itch on your arm, just because society didn't particularly like it. That would be completely unfair, right? It can be very harmful to stop a child from stimming altogether. But if you want to manage the behavior, hang tight; we'll talk about that in just a minute.
What about self-injurious stimming?
Needless to say, any sort of self-injurious stimming, like head-banging, biting, or scratching, is harmful to the person's physical wellbeing and must be addressed. Not all self-injurious behaviors (SIBs) are forms of stimming; they happen for other reasons, too.
Kirsten Lindsmith, a therapist and woman on the spectrum, explains that self-injurious stims are used to block out all other sensory stimulation, as pain is the only type of sensory input the body doesn't acclimate to, and it is always prioritized first over all other types of sensory input. To stop self-injurious stims during, say, a meltdown, she suggests removing the problematic sensory input first and then redirecting the behavior with an intense yet less harmful form of stimulation. For example…
- If your child is hitting himself, he might need tactile input. Put deep pressure on the part of his body that he's hitting. Alternatively, use a weighted blanket, lay on top of him, or give him a huge bear hug.
- If your child is screaming, she might need auditory input. Provide loud music—particularly a favorite song. Some on the spectrum explain that punk rock or hard rock works best for them because it's so intense.
- If your child is throwing things or flopping onto the floor, he might need vestibular input. Try spinning him around or get him to jump on a trampoline, if possible.
In addition, some with autism indicate that they have a propensity to engage in self-harming stims when they suppressed their normal, non-harmful stims for too long or have tried to "pass" for too long. This is one reason why we strongly advise against curbing stimming; it could lead to meltdowns and therefore self-injurious behaviors. Amythest Scaber talks a little bit about that in the video below.


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This is the story of my life, as a mum, stitcher, crocheter, knitter, baker and Jewellery maker. I hope you like what you see, as I enjoying making all these lovely things, and spending time amongst family and friends
Sunday, 18 October 2009
Thursday, 15 October 2009
Celtic Summer pic
Here is a pic of Celtic Summer, I didn't get much done, but am loving getting back to her on Monday SAL days on the Celtic Lady blog. I am hoping to get more of her done soon. Roll on next Monday
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Sunday, 11 October 2009
Pomp Part 8 Finally finished woohooooooo
Here is Part 8 finally finshed, I still have parts 6,7, and 9 to do, but I am going to concentrate on the bottom section, until all parts are done, so onto part 10 now, but only at the bottom.
I am gonna start part 10 now and then its onto Trick or Treat Fairy, as I need to catch up on an SAL
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Saturday, 10 October 2009
Magnolia WIP 1
Here she is after 1 day of stitching, I am loving the Pixie Couture Range by Nora Corbett, and will be doing more of them. I think Bluebell will be the next one.
I am beading and backstitching her as I go along. The next piece I am going to work on now is Pompejian Garden, Part 8 is almost complete, piccy coming tomorrow.
Thanks for looking.
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Lake Placid Blog
Planning a vacation is hard. It's no easier when you have a furry friend or two (or three) to plan for, and even harder when you have to leave them at home. I'm here to let you in on a little secret that may just change your traveling life. Lake Placid is super pet friendly! Some will even argue that the dogs outnumber the people in this little Adirondack town. And whether you are looking for a remote camping trip full of adventure or a cozy hotel and a night out on the town, your pets can come along for the ride. Here's my guide for the perfect pet friendly Lake Placid... continue reading
It's a big year for Ironman Lake Placid. This July will mark the village's 20th Ironman race, making it the longest running Ironman in North America. From July 16 - July 22, we're celebrating! But that's not all we're celebrating — it's also Ironman's 40th anniversary. So while all of the other Ironman races are celebrating one achievement, Lake Placid gets to celebrate two. In honor of the 20th race, Lake Placid will have a pop-up exhibit called IMLP Stories (Ironman Lake Placid Stories), located on the second floor of the Conference Center at... continue reading
The Fourth of July in Lake Placid comes complete with sunshine, live music, a parade, family fun, and exciting nightlife; it's a perfect, old-fashioned, small-town day with world-class events and musical acts worth traveling for. What does a Fourth of July look like in Lake Placid? Well, here is a list of "must dos" so you don't miss a thing! 10 a.m.: It's never too early for music Free, family-fun music with Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards in Mid's Park. Your family will enjoy this traveling band, coming all the way from New Orleans. Every member of this band is a... continue reading
If you came to Lake Placid because you like water, you won't be disappointed. And since we like variety here, you're bound to discover a new way to make waves. So dive into this list and you'll find four ways to get wet when you're in Lake Placid. If you're not into doing it yourself, sign up for a scenic boat tour and enjoy the ride! 1. Motorboat on Lake Placid Imagine the wind in your hair, the sun on your face, and mountains on the horizon. Boating on Lake Placid lake guarantees all of the blue sky and blue water you can handle, and it's easily accessible... continue reading
When the Lake Placid Horse Show and the I Love New York Horse Show come to Lake Placid, I get so excited. My kids and I can spend an entire day at these events, and then go back day after day for more fun. These are two of the nation's most prestigious equine events, complete with world-class riders and their well-cared-for horses. In fact, the championship hunter and jumper competitors compete for more than $530,000 in prizes and awards. I am not qualified to tell you about judging these competitions, but I can tell you about the outside world of the horse shows. There is so much... continue reading
Downtown Lake Placid's backdrop is stunning, with mountain views set along the shores of Mirror Lake. People on kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards line up along the water's edge to hear the Songs on the Lake. This seven week music series brings so much to downtown Lake Placid in the summer months, and the very best part is that it's free. Travelers and locals bring blankets and lawn chairs to the grassy area known as Mid's Park. The natural setting is a perfect spot to sit and watch live acts of all kinds, from regional to national. Even famous acts like Rusted Root have played this series.... continue reading
Long before Lake Placid became synonymous with the 1980 Winter Olympics and before it was home to an Ironman triathlon and large-scale lacrosse, hockey, and rugby tournaments, it was known for its golf courses. And rightfully so. This compact town, ringed by mountains and lakes, holds five golf courses — all of which boast gorgeous views of the Adirondacks. Our golf heritage has been around since the 1800s, marking it among America's firsts. History buffs will tell you some of golf's greats have refined their games and even designed the courses here in Lake Placid. Names like Ben... continue reading
Volunteering at an Ironman race is an incredible and absolutely memorable experience. This year we celebrate our 21st annual event here in Lake Placid and there will be lots of fun celebrations happening throughout race week in recognition of this milestone. Join us as a volunteer on this momentous occasion! Want to know more? Here are our top 5 reasons to volunteer at Ironman Lake Placid—the oldest Ironman race in the continental United States. Top 5 reasons to volunteer for IRONMAN LAKE PLACID! 5. You meet some amazing people and have a great time 4. You are right in the middle... continue reading
Winter in Lake Placid can seem to last forever. We enjoy the days on the mountain, skating on Mirror Lake, and cross-country skiing. The cold nights are perfect for snuggling in at your hotel by the fire, or sipping cocktails in the hotel bar. But once the snow starts to melt the excitement really starts to build as we daydream about the impending summer season and our next big adventure. But first...spring. There are many reasons to visit Lake Placid during the spring months. The pleasant temperatures is one of them. The average temps in May and June are between 66 and 74 degrees... continue reading
Bigger doesn't always mean better The High Peaks are an outstanding place to hike, but their summits aren't as close as they appear. If you're a first-time visitor, or if you're new to hiking, we suggest challenging yourself with some of our more modest mountains before bagging one of the big ones. You'll avoid some of the crowds that gather on our most popular peaks and still get the views you visited for — without all the leg ache and rock scrambling. Pitchoff east Cruise past all of the cars near the Cascade Mountain and Pitchoff west trailheads... continue reading


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Newtown VIC 3220
The Kookas Midweek Junior hockey program is offered by the Newtown City Hockey Club, providing a further avenue to encourage as many people as possible to play hockey.
Hockey is a great team sport, lots of fun and a good way to keep active. But many children already have other activities at the weekend and may not be able to join the traditional competitions played on Saturday or Sunday. The Kookas Midweek Junior hockey program is played at 4.30 pm on Fridays at Lloyd Reserve, Newtown. The program is offered all year round, with each program running for 1 school term. Participants may choose to join for 1 term only or may join again for the next term's program.
Boys and girls aged 5 to 12 are invited to join the program. All players are welcome – regardless of whether they have played hockey before or not. Participation in a Hook In 2 Hockey program before joining the Kookas program is optional. The Hook In 2 Hockey program teaches the basic skills of hockey, which will enhance participation in the Kookas program.
The Kookas program is informal, with no structured competition, no premierships or sheep stations on offer. The rules of hockey apply, but the application of the rules is often a little flexible and may be modified to suit the abilities of the players. This makes it an ideal format for the child who wants to play hockey but is not yet ready for a full competition format. Teams are selected on the night, from the available pool of players.
One of the best ways to become active is to find something you like doing, and have fun doing it. The focus of the Kookas Midweek Junior hockey program is on having some fun with friends while learning the skills and strategies of playing hockey. There are many benefits for children of playing team sports, including making new friends.
The program aims to keep the cost of playing hockey affordable. Club uniform is not required but may be purchased if desired. Hockey sticks are available for loan to participants initially, and the Club has an equipment package available for purchase – $30 for a hockey stick, ball and shinguards. Mouthguards and shinguards should be worn, to protect against injury. The program has a very strong safety focus and all efforts are made to prevent injury – but just in case – it's a good idea to be protected.
Fees to play in the program include an annual fee for Hockey Victoria membership, and a Club fee. The Club fee is the amount due for each term's program. Further details here……


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It's no secret OU Head coach Bob Stoops and Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban are friends.
The two have spent time together over the years bouncing game plan ideas off one another.
However, Saban isn't revered as one of the more captivating personalities in college football, but that's just fine with him. Saban's biggest concern is winning games and National Championships.
But as the old saying goes, if you aren't making someone mad, you aren't doing your job.
Bob Stoops explains in the video above.


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I've written before about my admiration for Lyndon B. Johnson. Tuesday would have been his 100th birthday. I think the most fitting tribute was this post from George Packer at The New Yorker:
Whenever Democrats gather to celebrate the party, they invoke the names of their luminaries past. The list used to begin with Jefferson and Jackson. More recently, it's been shortened to F.D.R., Truman, and J.F.K. The one Democrat with a legitimate claim to greatness who can't be named is Lyndon Johnson. The other day I asked Robert Caro, Johnson's Pulitzer-Prize-winning biographer and hardly a hagiographer of the man, whether he thought Johnson should be mentioned in Denver. "It would be only just to Johnson," Caro said. "If the Democratic Party was going to honestly acknowledge how it came to the point in its history that it was about to nominate a black American for President, no speech would not mention Lyndon Johnson." Caro is now at work on the fourth volume of his epic biography, about Johnson's White House years. "I am writing right now about how he won for black Americans the right to vote. I am turning from what happened forty-three years ago to what I am reading in my daily newspaper—and the thrill that goes up and down my spine when I realize the historical significance of this moment is only equaled by my anger that they are not giving Johnson credit for it."


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etnies Autism Speaks Fader Vulc Strap Skate Shoe
Where do I start with my love for the etnies Autism Speaks line? Etnies has long been one of my favorite brands because their shoes are built so well, and they've teamed up with Autism Speaks to help spread awareness and raise money for autism research. Many kid's shoe lines stop making velcro closures for size 2 and up, but etnies has vekcro for every age so that kids with fine motor issues can have more independence in getting their shoes on and off. (I think parents of neuro-typical kids will appreciate this feature as well).
New Balance 688 Lace-Up Running Shoe
New Balance is one of my favorite brands for my own feet, so it's no surprise I love their shoes for my kids. They are stable and durable, and can take a beating. These will be the shoe of choice for all of the sports camps my boys will be in this summer.
etnies Senix Mid Skate Shoe (Toddler),Pink/Pink/White,6 M US Toddler
Do these shoes really need any commentary? Every time Karis wears these, people comment on them. SO cute . . . but also really practical and durable.
etnies Fader Vulc Strap Skate Shoe
I love these shoes on India. They're made in the classic etnies styling (read: indestructable) but I love the feminine touches with the splash of color. These are a little bit girlie and a little bit funky, and they got with anything.
Livie & Luca Celestina Girls Sandal
Livie &; Luca has some of the cutest shoes I have ever seen for toddlers. This pair of shimmery gold sandals are so cute. They go with anything, from shorts to sundresses, and Karis can put them on and off by herself. She thinks these shoes are quite fancy, and I agree.
Livie & Luca Nixie Girls Shoes
Do these shoes really need any commentary? If they made them in my size, I would wear them every day. For now, I just have to covet my daughter.
Pediped is synonymous with quality shoes, and I love their summer sandals because they are breathable but still have a closed-toe. My kids are in a preschool program this summer – no sandals allowed – but these are the perfect combo. They also have a really comfortable food bed and are easy to get on and off.
I love these summery Mary Janes – a great shoe/sandal hybrid.


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The inspiration for HeadshotsTO started in early 2016 after noticing that many of my friends, colleagues, and clients lacked a professional headshot on their various social media profiles. I decided to write a blog post titled The Importance of a Professional Headshot on my main photography website (PAWELECphoto), in hopes of informing and educating the masses. As stated in the post,
"You've probably heard of the saying it's best to 'put your best face forward', especially during the beginning of your career. Regardless of the job that you're in or want to attain, people judge you on your appearance in what psychologists call "think slicing." Simply put, people decide all kinds of things about you within the first few seconds of seeing your picture and / or meeting you – from your level of intelligence to your socio-economic status and even sexual preferences. You don't get a second chance to make a first impression, so make sure your one-shot counts."
Whether you're refreshing your professional branding on LinkedIn, diversifying your character-type for acting auditions, or even looking for your true love on a dating site, a professional headshot session from HeadshotsTO is the way to do it!
Be sure to check out the FAQ & Policies page and always remember that,
"A photograph is shaped more by the person behind the camera than by what is in front of it." – Canon Australia.
HeadshotsTO is owned and operated by Giancarlo Pawelec of PAWELEC Photo Inc. Since 2001, Giancarlo Pawelec has professionally photographed many exceptional faces including high-profile executives, recording artists, and even celebrities. His work has been featured in some of Canada's top publications and advertisements. With a strong background in studio photography (specializing in editorial and commercial), Giancarlo is known for creating compelling images with beautiful lighting that stand out and get noticed!
"Giancarlo is an absolute professional. He has the ability to work with various personalities, bring out their best side in front of the camera and capture it perfectly. Our executive team like many others are very busy, so being able to get the job done efficiently and on schedule is important to us. It's always a pleasure working with him." – Christian Ali (Chief Marketing Officer, Dream Payments Corp.)
"I have worked with Giancarlo on a number of corporate photo shoots over the years and he is not only a consummate professional, but an extremely gifted photographer with a true artistic vision. He is always dependable, and has exceeded expectations on each project he has completed on my behalf. His personable approach makes him incredibly easy to work with while his dedication to his craft has led me to recommend him to my peers over and over throughout the years with much success. It has always been a pleasure to work with Giancarlo – watching him work is watching a master at his craft." – Ravi Nagraj (Investment Advisor, RBC Dominion Securities)
"I was nervous about the photo shoot for our corporate website, but once I met Giancarlo, I instantly felt at ease. He has a natural gift for making people feel comfortable in front of the camera, which made the experience enjoyable and also lead to some great pictures!" – Amanda Busch (Administrative Associate, The Newton Group | ScotiaMcLeod)


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Italian, active 1343 - d. 1365/1366
Madonna and Child with Saints Francis of Assisi, John the Baptist, Peter and Dominic, second half of the 14th century
Italian Painting
Tempera on panel
30 x 86 1/2 x 6 1/2 in. (76.2 x 219.7 x 16.5 cm)
Marion Stratton Gould Fund, 57.4
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This altarpiece is painted in the style of Nardo di Cione, one of the most influential Florentine painters working in the decades following the plague, or Black Death, of 1348. In the central panel the Madonna holds the Christ Child, who bears a scroll with the beginning of the inscription "I am the light of the world." On the left, John the Baptist holds a scroll reading "Behold the Lamb of God" and points toward Christ; on the right, St. Peter displays the key to the kingdom of heaven and respectfully covers his hand to hold the Bible. On the far left and right of the polyptych, or multi-part painting, are Sts. Francis and Dominic, founders of the two most important mendicant monastic orders.
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2016 January මස 19 වැනිදා Tuesday
Kardol Group joins IFS Partner Network to target large enterprises
French IT consultancy creates new business unit dedicated to implementing IFS Applications
IFS, the global enterprise applications company, announces that French systems integrator Kardol Group has joined the IFS Partner Network.
Kardol Group was founded in 1967 and provides business solutions integration, outsourcing, business software, and network infrastructure solutions through its nine sites in France.
In order to offer premium services to IFS customers, Kardol Group has established K4-U, a subsidiary exclusively dedicated to the integration of IFS Applications. Under the agreement, Kardol Group and IFS will jointly target large enterprises in industry verticals such as pharmaceutics, chemicals, and automotive.
"IFS Applications is a comprehensive solution that is widely recognized for its flexibility and user-friendliness," said Maud Billard-Coester, CEO of Kardol Group. "The partnership will allow us to provide our premium services to new customers and prospects. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial collaboration with IFS."
Amor Bekrar, President of IFS France, added, "We are very excited to announce the partnership with Kardol Group. As a respected business software integrator, we are convinced that the partnership with Kardol Group will enhance our value proposition in our targeted sectors."
About Kardol Group
Created in 1967, Kardol Group is a Computing Services Companies localized in Paris, Lyon, Lille, Bordeaux, Nantes, Strasbourg and Reims. The Group supports its customers deploying solutions in France or abroad (Europa, Latin America, North America, China, Maghreb, …). Kardol Group includes 5 companies : Kardol, JHD, ERT, Serena and, now, K4-U. Kardol Group realizes a consolidated turnover of € 15 millions and accounts around 100 employees. Its customers portfolio includes over 350 companies.
Kardol Group activities are structured around business solutions integration, outsourcing, business software and network infrastructure solutions.
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IFS™ is a globally recognized leader in developing and delivering enterprise software for enterprise resource planning (ERP), enterprise asset management (EAM) and enterprise service management (ESM). IFS brings customers in targeted sectors closer to their business, helps them be more agile and enables them to profit from change. IFS is a public company (XSTO: IFS) founded in 1983 and currently has over 2,700 employees. IFS supports more than 2,400 customers worldwide from its network of local offices and through a growing ecosystem of partners. For more information visit: www.ifsworld.com.
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Before the desert, Sin City.
That's the plan for the newly reunited Guns N' Roses, which announced Tuesday that it will play two shows in Las Vegas in April ahead of its highly publicized headlining gig at this year's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio.
With a lineup featuring frontman Axl Rose, guitarist Slash and bassist Duff McKagan, the influential Los Angeles hard-rock band is set to perform April 8 and 9 at the T-Mobile Arena, a new 20,000-seat venue set to open in April just off the Las Vegas Strip.
The concerts, described in a statement as "the very first place the world can see [GNR's] historical return," will mark the first time Rose, Slash and McKagan have played together onstage in 23 years, according to the band.
"Welcome back to the jungle!" read a note posted on GNR's Facebook page along with a short video interspersing footage of the three musicians.
Coachella is scheduled for April 15-17 and April 22-24 at the Empire Polo Club. Other acts on the bill include Calvin Harris, Ellie Goulding, Ice Cube and LCD Soundsystem.
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Heartburn is a very common digestive problem and is caused by the backlash of stomach acids that enter into the esophagus, tube which contains stomach and the mouth. Heartburn is also called as the gastroesophageal reflux disease. It can cause a minor discomfort and significantly reduce the quality of life. Heartburn can cause a lot of damage to esophagus and may also lead to cancer, if ignored and untreated.
Heartburn can cause a lot of discomfort and be painful. It can destroy perfect night's sleep and disturb your routine. There are few ways which can be used to treat and reduce the heat that gets produced in the stomach. Here are some of the things that you may try.
Eat smartly during the heartburn
Heavy and large meals put a lot of pressure on the muscle of stomach and normally can help keep the content of the stomach from getting back into the esophagus. The more you eat, the longer it takes for your stomach to digest the food which can contribute to building of reflux. Instead having frequent and smaller meals can be very instrumental in reducing the reflux.
Eat three hours before Sleeping
Having meal or snack just before eating can worsen reflux which can cause heartburn. It is recommended that one should eat at least three hours before sleeping.
Do not exercise just before meals
It is recommended that at least couple of hours of time should be given for the food to digest before exercising. One should also not lie down after eating as it could leave proper time for stomach for clearing out.
Raising the torso just a bit by using a wedge shaped cushion can be very helpful in easing the nighttime heartburn. Wedge shaped cushion are available in many medical supply companies and also in some home goods stores. Here it should be noted that one should not prop up shoulders and head with random pillows as by doing so can actually put even more pressure on the stomach by curling you up at waist.
Chew Sugarless gum after every meal
Chewing gum will increase the salivation that can help in neutralizing the acids, ease off the esophagus and wash the acid back into the stomach. Gums which have peppermint should be avoided as peppermint can trigger heartburns.
Lose Weight
If you are overweight, then it can add ever more pressure on the stomach and will push all the acid gases from stomach to esophagus. Tight clothing and belts can also be a factor which can increase the probability of heartburn.


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Something pretty intense happened over here recently, and if you are a vegetarian / vegan / animal lover, please forgo this post and let your opinion of us remain untarnished. But seriously guys… whoa. We ate our first chicken. Whoa again.
Please meet the dearly departed chicken. It's still weird to look at this picture and realize she's not running around the coop in the backyard.
We always knew it was an inevitability that we would start eating the chickens when their egg production went down, and this little hen in particular was sort of always tapped to be the first to go. Unfortunately, she seemed to have a bad habit of going broody and was never a great layer in any case. "Going broody" occurs when a hen becomes convinced she is hatching a bunch of adorable baby chicks underneath her and refuses to leave the nest to eat, drink water, or be productive. Broody hens without fertilized eggs can starve to death… so this is a fairly serious condition that has to be dealt with in a number of aggressive ways. Blaise had cured her of being broody twice already, and on her third bout, we were starting to become pretty frustrated and more and more convinced she was going to head to the chopping block sooner rather than later. Fortunately, she stopped being broody and was allowed to peck around the yard a few more months. However, she was also a sort of "bad attitude" type of gal, and had another bad habit of harassing the younger chickens and picking squabbles with some of the adults. Ugh.
A few weeks ago, Blaise noticed that this chicken had begun to molt. Molting, as many of you may guess, occurs when chickens lose their feathers and, for a time, stop laying eggs. After molting occurs, chickens may or may not start laying again, but they are never quite as prolific as they once were.
It was time.
At first I was filled with a sort of macabre fascination with the whole butchering process, although as with any death-situation, there is always the forethought and emotional preparation beforehand and then the actuality of dealing with the situation once it occurs. I wasn't exactly sure how I was really going to react when she was dead, so I was honestly a little nervous.
We invited my brother over to share in the event (he had expressed some interest in the process), and we waited until he arrived to do the deed. Since Blaise had committed to wringing her neck, I needed someone to hold onto! Turns out, when Blaise had the hen in his hands, I bolted inside and made loud squealing noises while I heard the squabbling outside. Real mature, Cal. Nice work.
The death took a little longer than I had anticipated. It was sort of hard to watch, really. I had ventured outside by this point and was a little taken aback by her twitching. I know she was dead, but this post-mortem was a little… graphic.
A quick side note: Blaise – and most specifically, his father – are birders and are fairly accustomed to wringing necks of birds and skinning / de-feathering / etc. those of the aviary persuasion. A lot of my family hunts as well, and I am a supporter of ethical hunting although I do not do it myself. I know some of you may disagree, but let's all realize that everyone's opinions differ and be respectful and understanding of each other, okay? Deal.
Blaise's Dad lives next door to us, so Blaise ventured over to ask for a quick word of advice on skinning the bird, and surprisingly, his Dad headed straight back with him to show us how it was done. He was extremely efficient at disassembling the bird and once again, I stood there wide-eyed and by this time was a bit more fascinated by the whole thing. It reminded me a lot of dissecting fetal pigs in high school, to be honest. "This is the heart, this is the liver," etc.
Blaise had prepared a quick brine solution inside, so we let her sit in a combination of salt water, cloves, citrus, and other spices for a time before we cooked her in a Dutch oven.
Sort of gross. Sort of really fascinating.
While the bird was baking, we fried up the giblets with some onions and served them atop homemade tortilla chips as a little appetizer.
The finished product was fairly good, although she was an older bird, so she wasn't as tender as the silly things you get at the market. We fried up some mashed potato pancakes and served the chicken atop those, and ate our feast by the fire outside. We (well, I) felt rather ceremonious about the occasion, and there was a bit of pomp and circumstance involved in the dinner.
In hindsight, I had a strange sense of satisfaction and guilt about the whole thing. I woke up the next morning feeling awfully strange that I had one of my darling chickens in my belly, and that instead of 16 hens running around outside, there were only 15.
However, I have to strongly state that owning backyard chickens comes with an ethical obligation to be responsible for their healthy life and death. Chickens aren't like cats and dogs (although with those you also must be ethical and thoughtful about their life cycle), and they aren't cuddly pets that you keep as companions. Our chickens are kept for their eggs, and when they are no longer laying, we have to be practical about whether or not to keep them around.
Furthermore, although I was vegetarian myself for about seven years (a lazy vegetarian, truly, but a vegetarian nonetheless), I have always supported being aware and responsible about where your food comes from – especially your meat. We know each thing this chicken consumed during her life, we know that she was well treated, that she died a respectful death, and that we were responsible in the whole process.
And that, my friends, is the tale of our first chicken dinner. It certainly won't be the last, but at least we've gotten over the hump of finally doing it and hopefully it won't be so fraught with emotion in the future. Surely I'll have more thoughts about the experience as time goes on — I already have so many — so we'll see how it goes.


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To the manliest month of the year!
Here we are in one of the most magical months of the twelve month cycle. It's a season of pumpkin pie consumption, alluring red coffee sleeves from Starbucks, and being thankful for gluttony. But more than any of these reasons (Because I'm American, and am therefore allowed to arbitrarily rank things however I wish) is that we get to enjoy the preferred nut of cultured men everywhere, the mustaccio.
A brief walk through history is all one need take to see the warmth of the mustache fire which men are inexplicably drawn to. It is a transcender of race and culture, bringing people together across borders and even oceans. Just look at photos of the Big Three from World War II – Stalin, FDR, and Churchill. Of the three of them, who looks the most comfortable and friendly? Stalin. Would we make a deal with an angry communist? I think…
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No SIM card slot capability. The device wont charge through their miniUSB ports, but requires an AC adapter. These tablets don't support GPS and there is no entry for Bluetooth. It runs Android 2.3 which is designed for smart phones, not for tablets. If they run Android 3.0, it could be better.
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Rick Ross throws some torpedo-sized shots at Birdman on "Idols Become Rivals," a Rather You Than Me cut that will surely send shockwaves through the Internet.The track surfaced online after Rozay's newest album was released internationally. You can hear it below.
After a 30-second intro from Chris Rock, Rick Ross starts going in on Baby.
"I used to see you niggas on my TV screen/And wonder what was life like, was it all a dream?/And then I met you on them Live Nation dates/Came to the realization that your watch was fake," the irrepressibly theatrical MMG boss spits over a key-driven instrumental that manages to sound both sentimental and ominous at the same time. It utilizes the same sample used for Jay Z and Beanie Sigel's "Where Have You Been."
The instrumental is an appropriate one, considering Rozay sounds genuinely disappointed with the observations he's apparently made about the Cash Money co-founder. A bit later in the song, he bashes Birdman for apparently not going to see B.G. when he was locked up. He also goes to bat for Lil Wayne, who's been engaged in a huge legal battle with Birdman over the past two years.
Calling Stunna by name, Ross mentions that he's still got love for the co-owner of Cash Money, but that doesn't stop him from condemning the music mogul for allegedly underpaying everyone on Cash Money.
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I think I mentioned a few weeks ago that I have to be careful about losing weight. Not that I would lose too much weight but that I would get too obsessed with losing weight. The one week that I don't lose any pounds, I go into overdrive and begin thinking of ways to cut corners.
Mostly, I think of how to cut calories. How few calories can I eat each day?
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And I like to stand in front of a mirror and look at myself. Not because I'm a narcissist or anything. I remind myself that my stomach will likely never be flat, but I carried a child there and I gave birth. Maybe my hips will never shrink, but my husband loves my hips.
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Mariusz, thanks for sharing what is a very rarely seen pre-WW2 vintage piece. Wonderful to see.
All thoughts and opinions expressed are those of my own and should not be mistaken for medical and/or legal advice.
"Tomorrow hopes we have learned something from yesterday." - John Wayne
Another "subject" to be ID - perhaps not necessarily associated with WW2 Free Forces, but I think it is worth posting and try to discover what it is.
It has come up in the USA.
It features the Eagle without the crown and of the specific shape (no Haller / No pre 39 / No PRL) and is linked with a sort of "military cross"
I find this pin unusual - it most likely can be linked with patriotic / paramilitary Polish organisation in the USA - but I am not sure.
It could be linked to the Polish recruitment effort in the USA during WWI etc?
Any thoughts?
The fastener appears to be an earring if there is a pair of them I would conclude they are earrings.
Throughout the early 20th century there was all sorts of patriotic Polish jewelry. In Wojciech Stela's book, Polish Honor Honor and Commemorative Badges 1914-1918 & 1918-192 he dedicates four pages to them.
Recently sold on ebay as part of bigger set 2 interesting Eagles
1. lower line right corner (casted) very interesting variant
2. top line left corner (casted PAF) not sure about it (date of production)
Good pictures of one of the casted variant (previously identified / categorised)
An interesting Eagle found recently in Poland.
The owner categorised it as the Eagle made by WILHELM DEUMER-LUDENSCHEID of Germany and of that I am not 100% sure.
Deumer is presented on
Just to continue with some interesting Free Forces Eagles recently found in Poland.
Variants below I see for the first time.
Have any of you got the photographic / written records that would feature the Eagles with regimental shields / nr I have come across none but that does not mean by any token that they did not exist as clearly Eagles like that were most likely one-offs.
Neither I do know the official permissions / orders allowing to use Eagles withy regimental nr in fact, there had been orders requesting the removal of regimental nr that is why the small arm badges for 1 and 3 Polish Tank Regiments stationed in Scotland / UK are extremely rare to find (they had been removed from the uniforms in 1942, if i remember correctly).
Additional examples of Eagles with the regimental nrs etc?
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So there's another Blog Hop going around, and this one seems fun, so I decided to take Amanda Staley's advice and steal it. ;)
The Rules:
Go to page 7 or 77 in your current WIP (work in progress).
Go to line 7 on the page.
Post on your blog the next 7 sentences or 7 lines.
Go to page 7 or 77 in your current WIP (work in progress).
Go to line 7 on the page.
Post on your blog the next 7 sentences or 7 lines.
You can choose between page 7 or 77.
K so here's an excerpt from my first Scifi novel, beginning on page 7, line 7. I have the perfect illustration to go with it, but illustrations are still top secret. Enjoy!
Chapter One, Page 7, lines 7-14:
"Don't let them take you!" The frazzled woman pleaded as she smacked the bars of her cell with a trembling hand. Something in her bloodshot eyes told Amaya to run. The urgency in them was almost unbearable. That urgency quickly disappeared as her body jolted and fell to the floor.
"I told you that one belonged in the asylum ward." The sign language using man put his taser back in the pocket of his unzipped coat, which barely fit his chubby body. Amaya wished she had hands so she could grab the taser from him and escape. But she didn't, and wishing wouldn't make it so. It was up to her eccentric mind and scrawny legs.
There you have it! The longest excerpt I have shared to date. I hope you'll read the whole book when it gets published (hopefully soon).
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Naughty Verity
I know, I KNOW, I have been bad. I've not been ignoring you, but I have been busy resting on the Dr's orders, I only did one gig this weekend and it nearly killed my voice so I am on strict resting duty...
Another reason I've been naughty is that I have had some alcohol, which is super bad for my voice as well. Look how nice they look though, all pinky-purple and friendly looking ... I AM A NAUGHTY, DIRTY VERITY, bad bad!
So all in all, this is a post seems to be about self-flagellation, though I have now been good and taken a week off of my day job (not until August) have promised myself I need to slow down as well, I tend to always jump in head first rather than slowly exploring my options and moving forwards. I am going to be good and more considered about taking on so much gigging with a nearly full time job. So now I AM GOOD!
I also had some AMAZING feedback from a client as well this week which made me so happy, I love it when people are pleased with the music I've provided for their event, two separate emails I got from people at the Chipping Norton fundraiser saying how happy they were with the band and how they loved my voice.
So this week, I am trying really hard to rest, although I have my regular slot at Bottalinis on Wednesday and am starting the Brenda Lee act with C'Mon Everybody this Friday, as well as a fundraiser on Saturday.. so I guess I am quite busy... next week perhaps I'll chill out?
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Last year, the first year of the Seed Saving Project, I chose Ireland Creek Annie beans. I mainly picked it for the name. I've only tried growing beans once in the past and I harvested one bean pod per plant and only five seeds had germinated – not even enough for a meal. It was time to try again.
In 2009, I had much better luck. I harvested enough beans to supply a number of packages for Seedy Saturday as well as a couple of cups to try in recipes. I have to say I am not a dry bean expert and my Ireland Creek Annie creations were not that successful.
Ireland Creek Annie beans are an early and reliable producer. They are supposed to make their own thick sauce when cooked. They are disease resistant and non-staking. All this sounds wonderful but I obviously don't have the right ideas for cooking them.
I will probably grow some more to see what other recipes I can experiment with but because the idea of Seedy Saturday is to swap seeds, I am planning on swapping them for one of the other dry beans in the Seed Saving Project. I think I'll try Neabel, a Ukrainian dry bean that grows six feet tall (an advantage in my small garden).
That's the wonderful thing about Seedy Saturday. If you don't find the type of bean or pea or whatever that you grew to be suitable for your cooking methods and taste, you can trade it in for another type that also grows well in Powell River.
Beans are easy for seed saving. You leave them on the plant until the pods are dry and brown, then harvest them. The pods are easy to break open for the seeds. The seeds should be dry and hard.
At the Kale Force seed packing party a couple of weeks ago, Ed brought in some Purple Peacock Pole Beans. I couldn't resist that name and scooped up a few seeds. I discovered that they grow six feet tall, have light purple flowers and dark leaves. The pods are dark purple and turn green when cooked. They should be fun to try. And they will be available at Seedy Saturday if you are intrigued by the name too.
and so much more tonight, Wednesday Dec. 2 at VIU. 7:00 p.m.
The 2009 pilot project coordinators are willing to add more vegetables and varieties within those vegetable families to the Seed Saving Project in 2010. Are you jumping, up and down?
The Project will still keep track of the original beans/peas, beet/chard and squash varieties but new vegetable varieties will be added, for the food security enthusiast, horticultural therapist, market gardeners or for those, who just want to plant a pot of fresh herbs near the back door.
All in the name of the increasingly loud buzz word, local sustainability.
Can you hear this sound?
Now that the seed saving Project is being expanded, I'll bring more beet, cucumber, parship, pepper and tomato seeds tonight. A bunch of cilantro and dill. Plus in the flower department(got to attract those beneficial insects) calendula, cosmos, marigolds, poppies and ornamental sunflowers. And that's just a fraction of the flowers, herbs, vegetable seeds I have to trade/donate.
Then there's a Kale Force seed-saving party, in January, food security author, Robin Wheeler in February and Seedy Saturday in March. Plus a permaculture, organic vegetable/seed saving gardening course in the spring. Oops!
Did I let three cats out of the bag?
Watch this space!
2009 was a great growing season!
Hope that you, had a successful seed saving season as well.
What seeds did you save?
As a food security enthusiast, I have an assortment of vegetable, especially heritage variety dry bean and peas, which I obtained through the Powell River 2009 pilot project.
These seeds were purchased from Dan Jason and his excellent West Coast seed company, Saltspring Seeds. Plus I'll be bringing some other vegetable varieties, herbs and flowers to swap with our seed saving community next week.
Wednesday, Dec. 2 at Vancouver Island University, 7-9 p.m.
A number of people have inquired about the Seed Saving Project and I thought it would be a good idea to provide everyone with what we feel is the basic goals of the Project. We hope that seed savers will venture beyond the Project scope but we are going to keep the Seed Saving Project focused on the basics to try to encourage more seed saving in Powell River.
The Project is focused on raising the quality as well as the quantity of local vegetable seed.
- Develop a list of vegetables for seed saving that are suitable to this region.
- Educate local growers on seed saving techniques.
- Encourage seed saving locally.
- Encourage new and experienced gardeners to save seeds.
- Increase the number of contributors to Seedy Saturday.
- Provide a stable supply of locally produced seeds.
- Raise the quality of locally produced seeds.
- Be open to suggestions about additions to or deletions from the basic list.
- Become self-supporting in providing seeds to new Project members.
- Provide a forum for seed savers to ask questions and offer advice.
Seed list considerations:
- Main groups are: squashes, beans, peas, beets/chard.
- Vegetables that are relatively simple to save seeds from.
- Have a variety of vegetables in each group.
Some of you, might have the other line of that jingle, stuck in your head!
Beans are magical in many ways:)
If you have several favorite beans and you want to save seed from them, will you end up with crosses(hybrids)?
Bush beans are self-fertilizing. Therefore there is generally little chance varieties cross-pollinating.
However it is advised to separate bush varieties in the home garden by at least two feet.
What is often done in home seed saving, is separating similiar bush bean varieties by a row of a different variety of bean (if you are growing all your beans in the same section of garden) Or a row of different vegetables.
There is more tendency for a pole bean to cross. So the advice is plant similiar varieties a minimum of 12 feet apart.
Also the more open-faced flowers of Scarlet Runners, limas and broad beans attract more insect pollinators and therefore more cross-pollination.
So again, a wider planting distance between varieties is advised.
Am growing Andy's Broad Beans from Saltspring Seeds, and several varieties from my own fava seed collection(originally Windsors, and a small green and purple seeded. Plus two pole varieties of red-flowered Scarlet Runner and one bicolor.(which started out last year as EMERG0, all white which apparently crossed with the red due to close proximity)
So I'll be paying closer attention to planting distances this season.
Here's a list of the vegetable varieties included in our community seed-saving project.
Of course, we encourage people to save seeds of any of their favorite vegetable, flower, herb, tree etc. seeds.
This list was arrived at by knocking a couple of experienced local market gardeners' heads together last fall. Then running our choices past Dan Jason, experienced seed saver and owner of the Saltspring Seeds.
With our focus on enhancing local food security, we chose vegetable varieties that were both relatively easy to grow and save seed from.
Plenty of beans, peas for inexperienced seed savers to learn how to save seed. And then a number of beets/chard and squash varieties, that it is difficult for an individual seed saver to save more than one variety of each type of vegetable. Per year.
A network of local seed-savers, increases more varieties of vegetables for swapping.
Here's the list:
1)Beets(Lutz Winterkeeper, Detroit Red, Early Wonder Tall-top)
2)Chard(Rainbow, Rhubarb, Bietina(Italian)
3)Peas(Oregon Sugar Pod/Sugar Pea(edible pod) Green Arrow(fresh shelling) Carlin(dry soup) China(Snow)Sapporo(Japanese Shelling Pea)
4)Beans (Pole(green, wide Celina), Pole Blue Lake), Pole Dry(Neabel), Fava(Andy's Broad), Dry Bush, (Ireland Creek Annie, Odawa, Jacob;s Cattle,Beka Brown, Kidney-Red/White,Ukraine, Monetezuma Red, Coco) Bush(Honey Wax) and green, (Jade)
5) Squash-
Pepo-Table King Acorn, Sweet Dumpling Delicata, Spaghetti,
Maxima-Hokkaida -Buttercup, Baby Blue Hubbard,
Golden Hubbard
Today, the Seed Savers of Powell River sent out a letter of invitation to experienced vegetable growers in the district who have expressed interest in seed saving for the Seed Saving Project 2009. Also a description of the goals of the project as outlined elsewhere on this blog.
The seeds from the selected varieties of peas, beans, beets, chard, squash and pumpkins purchased from Saltspring Seeds, will be divided up, on a first come, first served basis.
Of course, we'd like to encourage everyone to save seeds from far more vegetables then just these variety names, in this small pilot project. What vegetable seeds you select, from what sources,and how your growing season goes over the next year. And any other subjects of interest to food gardeners.
It's still early to plant much outside, but the warmth in yesterday's sunshine, got me, feeling spring is on its way!
I bought tomato seed (their "cherry riot mix") from this company at the Comox Seedy Saturday in 2006 or 2007 and they did very well for me. Unfortunately all my saved seed was eaten by a rat!
The farm is located on the Island outside Victoria, so many of their varietes should do well for us here. They have a lot of interesting and unusual heirloom tomato varieties, as well as lettuces, herbs, peas and beans and other stuff.


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Some new features and a new layout rolled out in Dial2Do late last week. It would be fair to say we're pretty excited – and we hope you are too 🙂 Among the new bits and pieces are:
- Some cool new commands – you can now post *and* listen to your email, your calendar, twitter, friendfeed, blogs, and more
- Some fun, simple content to listen to: Huffington Post, TechCrunch, New York Times, Yahoo Finance, etc. And if you really must, Perez Hilton!
- Roll-your-own commands: if you don't like what we've provided – make your own! You can now make your own commands in Dial2Do and have something happen – post to a URL, send an email or read you some RSS content
- An improved layout to assist your navigation around the site
There's now much much more to listen to ! Aside from the ability to listen to your email, tweets, jaikus and more, we've made some neato commands to let you listen to your favorite sites. Listen while you drive and call up Yahoo, The Huffington Post, or TechCrunch for your web-fix as you head to work.
Dial2Do Does More… Adds voice support for Email, Calendering and Custom Applications
Hands-free phone service now offers Voice Activation for GMail, AOL, Yahoo and User Defined Voice Commands.
Dublin, Ireland – Dial2Do the hands-free phone service that lets drivers send Text Messages, Emails, Reminders and more by just dialling a number and speaking, today announced a number of significant new add-ons.
Email – Drivers can now Send and Listen to Email just by dialling a number and saying "Email" to send an email, or "Listen to Email" to check for new emails. Dial2Do integrates tightly with Gmail, AOL, Yahoo and any IMAP/POP compliant email service.
Calendar – Dial2Do integrates with Google Calendar to let drivers quickly add a calendar event by just saying "Calendar" and speaking the event details. Users can also review their calendar with the "Listen to Calendar" command.
User Defined Commands – Innovative Users can now add to the list of over 20 voice Commands supported by Dial2Do. Using a simple web interface, users can now make their own voice commands to trigger specific actions – they can post to a web URL, integrate to a 3rd party service via email or read the user some RSS content.
Contacts In the Cloud – Dial2Do now integrates with a number of 3rd party contact sources including Gmail, Yahoo, AOL, Microsoft Live, Jajah and Microsoft Outlook, so users can use those contacts with the range of voice activated services Dial2Do provides.
About Dial2Do:
Dial2Do, a global leader in hands-free technology innovation, is the creator of the hands-free phone service enabling consumers in 19 countries worldwide to do simple tasks just by dialing a local number and speaking commands. Users use verbal commands to email, text message, blog, update calendars, schedule appointments, set up reminders, and more. Dial2Do is works with partners to voice-activate many new online, content and contact services.


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CEOs Gone Wild: Luther Campbell
By Justin Rohrlich Aug 28, 2008 12:55 pm
2 Live Crew frontman's firm has $2,000 market cap, freakiest girls.
According to www.stockspam.com, which bills itself as "The Pump-and-Dump Chronicles", First Petroleum & Pipeline, Inc. (FFPL) "is an independent gas and oil exploration and development company. The main company goal is to apply advanced technologies to systematically explore and develop its oil and natural gas opportunities."It's helmed by none other than Miami hip-hop pioneer Luther "Luke" Campbell.
But let's say you're not an energy speculator at all. In fact, your investing interests lie in entertainment and hip-hop.
Well, sometimes the stars align.
On November 15th, 2007, First Petroleum and Pipeline Inc. changed its name to Luke Entertainment Group Inc. (LKEN), a "cutting edge entertainment company focused on using technology-centric solutions, such as mobile, Internet and streaming video to reach the current global audience."
You may remember Campbell as a member of the seminal rap group 2 Live Crew, best known for their 1989 hit "Me So Horny" off the then-controversial album As Nasty as They Wanna Be.
In fact it was so controversial that Charles Freeman, a Broward County, Florida record store owner, was arrested for selling to an undercover police officer after Judge Jose Gonzalez ruled the disc illegal on obscenity grounds. (Two years later, the ruling was overturned and the Supreme Court of the United States refused to hear Broward's appeal, rendering the case moot.)
In fact it was so controversial that Charles Freeman, a Broward County, Florida record store owner, was arrested for selling to an undercover police officer after Judge Jose Gonzalez ruled the disc illegal on obscenity grounds. (Two years later, the ruling was overturned and the Supreme Court of the United States refused to hear Broward's appeal, rendering the case moot.)
So, how exactly does an oil and gas exploration firm suddenly become an entertainment company? Don't expect any answers from Luke Entertainment Group's new website (www.lukeentertainmentgroup.com). It seems the "technology-centric solutions" the company lauds in its forward-looking statements are in need of a solution of their own - the site doesn't work.
How did Campbell establish his company? A reporter for the Village Voice asked this very question. His response: "I started doing a little bit of research on companies like Nestlé and Volkswagen, thinking about how to actually do this."
Nestlé and Volkswagen - the guy aims high.
After looking into the ins and outs of going public,
Campbell decided that "the traditional way is a long process" and decided on a reverse merger, taking over the shell of First Petroleum & Pipeline.
After looking into the ins and outs of going public,
Luke Entertainment Group's stock doesn't seem to be operating very successfully, either, although at one point it did break the $1.50 mark.
With 199,000 shares outstanding, and the stock currently trading at $0.01, the company's market cap is a shade under $2,000.
A call to Luke Entertainment Group's investor relations firm, AMD Marketing, failed to turn up actionable information. But the representative was happy to share that Campbell coaches a Pop Warner football team in South Florida. They're called the Liberty City Warriors and compete in the Division I Junior Midgetbracket - and certainly live up to their name.
In the 2006 Youth Football Classic charity game between the Warriors and Snoop Dogg's Rowland Heights Raiders, referees canceled the game during the third quarter when an on-field brawl erupted between the two squads.
But make no mistake, Campbell's as much a lover as he is a fighter.
He calls himself the black Hugh Hefner and, through his lightly traded public company, says he wants to raise the level of quality in adult movies that feature minority actors.
"No Motel 6 and grimy stuff,"Campbell told an interviewer."We want to have classy done plots and tastefully done scenes."
Well, tasteful is in the eye of the beholder. Here's a snippet from a Q&A with Campbell on the HipHopRuckus website:
Q: Alright, I know you've got a model search going on called "Ms. Freaky Soul." What's the criteria for someone to be "Ms. Freaky Soul"?
A: Just looking for the freakiest girl that I've never met.
Not long ago, Campbell did find someone special, though at press time, it wasn't known whether she was "freaky" or not. What is known is that her name is Kristin Thompson, she serves as Luke Entertainment Group's general counsel and the happy couple met at Jerry's Deli in Miami Beach.
They tied the knot on July 19th at -- get this -- Dallas's Saint Luke Community Methodist Church.
Luther Campbell: The world's first CEOh My God.
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If that was an actual period today would be CD13 and I have received a negative opk every day (twice a day) since CD11.
Yesterday I began experiencing the normal ovulation sore breasts - but I always assumed I had that during O...but I guess it is either before or after, which means I just missed it?
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Article 51A(h) of the Indian constitution says: "It shall be the duty of every citizen of India to develop scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform".
However the reality on the ground is that despite rising prosperity and literacy rates, there are no signs of Indians adopting a scientific temper. Orthodoxy, superstitions & pseudo sciences continue to be an integral part of an Indian's life.
Science is mugged up during exams, and technology is used to earn a living and ease everyday living. However we are a long way from embracing science and adopting the scientific way of logic, reason, critical examination and evidence-based beliefs.
In this talk, I look at a) What is Scientific Temper b) The evolution of the idea of Scientific Temper c) How does one adopt a scientific temper? d) What is the scientific method of Observation, Hypothesis, Prediction and Experimentation e) How we can nurture young analytical minds and pull India out of the quagmire of superstitions and towards a scientific approach to life.
The talk "Scientific Temper : The Forgotten Duty" was delivered at the Takshashila Shala conference held on 29th May 2011 in Pune, India.


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Sleeps: 10 + Cot
Price: £2200 - £2900
Type: Internet | WiFi, Near Beach, Pet Friendly, Real Fire
This historic 17th Century Country House in North Wales offers a truly unique holiday destination for our guests. The magnificent formal grounds surrounded by ancient woodland provide the perfect backdrop for this notable stately home.
Despite its regal décor and imposing exterior, the property maintains a homely feel. A large lounge with open fire is the obvious centre to the home. Large Georgian style windows and high ceilings create a light and airy space for all the family. The adjoining dining room provides plenty of space for those family meals.
The kitchen is smaller and more modest in appearance as is fitting for a property of this period and comes complete with an oil fired AGA. A separate study and impressive entrance lobby complete the ground floor rooms.
There are 6 bedrooms upstairs. One twin room, two single rooms, two double rooms and one master bedroom with a four-poster bed. Two bathrooms and a third separate WC are also located on the first floor. The bedrooms are packed with period features. Oak panelled walls and beamed ceilings create a real sense of grandeur and history.
Property Details
Sleeps 10 + Cot
Pets Yes (£30 per pet additional supplement fee)
Smoking No
Bed Linen Provided
Towels Provided
Cot and High Chair On Request
Bedrooms 5 Bedrooms. Bedroom 1: 4 Poster Kingsize Bed With Free Standing Copper Bath. Bedroom 2: Double. Bedroom 3: Double. Bedroom 4: Twin. Bedroom 5: Single
Bathrooms 4 Bathrooms. Bathroom 1: Double Walk In Shower, Free Standing Bath, Washbasin and WC. Bathroom 2: Double Walk In Shower, Washbasin and WC. Bathroom 3: Shower and Washbasin. Bathroom 4: WC and Washbasin
Facilities Welcome Hamper (tea, coffee, bottle of wine, flowers etc.), Linen, Towels, Cot, High Chair, Central Heating, Pet Friendly, WiFi, Log Fire, Near Beach, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer, Iron and ironing board. DVD player, Books, DVD Library, Shared Garden, Off street parking, BBQ, Bike Storage
The gravel drive that sweeps through beautifully lush lawns yields that perfect audible crunch as you approach the hall. Once you've unpacked and made yourself a cup of tea, walk through the formal garden past the giant sized chess board to a curved staircase leading down to the beautiful river Dwyfach. The river provides a mile and a half of private salmon and trout fishing.
On the other side of the hall "The Quackery" is a meandering footpath that weaves its way through an eclectic mix of statues, ponds and garden curiosities. The surrounding 70 acres of private and ancient woodland will satisfy even the most energetic of explorers.
Criccieth 2 miles to the east is a lovely little seaside village with a nice collection of restaurants and pubs. The harbour town of Porthmadog some 3 miles further on provides a wider selection of shops and acts as the gateway to the magnificent mountains of Snowdonia.
5 mile to the west of the house, Pwllheli is very similar in size and character to Porthmadog and is the favoured destination for many of our sailing guests. A little further along on the peninsula, Abersoch continues to be a very fashionable destination among younger visitors to the area.
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