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- Beverly Hills
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Dr. Krieger did an excellent work on me, Im very happy with my results and my recovery was very quick. His staff is really nice also. I enjoy visiting his office! I highly recommend him...
I had a tummy tuck March of 2017. Dr. Krieger and staff were awesome. The Procedure was horrible. When he opened me I had 6 hernias. He did not repair. He shoved my intestines and colon back in stiched it and then continued with the tuck, which ended up not a complete tuck or liposuction. 2 days later I was in severe pain, went to ER. I ended up having to have 3 ft of intestines cut out, my umbliical died ( so no more belly button), and I had a Gtube. On a a ventalater for 4 days. The Dr called once when I was being admitted and I never heard from him again. Almost a yr later and I still have not had anyone call for a follow up. In a month I have to go back to the dr for a repair and full hernia mesh. Because of the severity of what happened they put a dissolveable mesh in until my body healed. I am still wearing 2 binders. Oh and a nerve was cut on my right side and I still have numbness due to that.I had to close my daycare...because its taken my body this whole yr to recuperate properly. What I am saying please please research your dr before having anything done. Now Im scared to death to have anything fixed or even to have this repair done again. The Dr I am now seeing says Its a miracle I am alive! And the cost of the surgery doubled because of all my copayments. Luckily, even though the hospital I ended up at ( they wouldnt transfer me because it was a life or death situation) was out of my network I only had to pay 2500.00 of a 300,000 hospital bill.... thats not including all the other doctors or scans or ...or....or.
Dr krieger is the most wonderful and caring doctor. He really did suoerb work for me. I give my strongest possible recondation!!
Dr. Krieger is a very warm and nice doctor. He is easy to talk to. This allowed me to tell him exactly what I wanted from my surgery. He then did his magic and I got everything I hoped for! Dr. K is the Best of the Best!!
There are many doctors available in Los Angeles. It can be very hard to pic the correct one. But I know that I have found the right doctor because Dr. Krieger is a wonderful and caring physician. His staff is also very attentive. The doctor is very special and I appreciate his great professionalism.
Great doctor and great staff. I highly recommend Dr. Krieger and have already referred one of my friends.
I highly recommend this doctor. He is the consummate processional and has both excellent skills and a wonderful bedside manner. You will see his great skills when you look at his before and after pictures. You will see how professional he is when you meet him and see him in follow-up appointments.
Atencion de primera clases un excelente trato al paciente, lo recomiendo
I am 100% satisfied with the care that I received from Dr. Krieger. He has been completely available to me at all times. He explained everything to me very clearly. He took his time to answer all of my questions. He made me feel totally comfortable and reassured that I had chosen the best.
I highly recommend Dr. Kreiger. He is a superbly talented plastic surgeon and delivered me the improvements I was looking for. He is also very warm and reassuring. His office is beautiful and could be in a magazine. I also found his staff to be perfectly responsive and always very helpful.
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Oliva Moisturizing Cream
We created this cream to deeply moisturize dry, sensitive or problematic skin. It has a wonderful blend of organic ingredients such as extra-virgin olive oil, shea butter, sweet almond oil, avocado oil and aromatherapy essential oils of geranium, patchouli and lavender.
For: Moisturizing hands and body. Dry, sensitive or problematic skin.
90g & 25g
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This cream was one of our very first original recipes. It used to be called "Winter" as it was for moisturizing the skin in the driest and coldest months of the year…. However, we switched the name to Oliva for its main ingredient – local, organic extra-virgin olive oil.
The aromatherapy blend is special. It is a very similar blend to our goat milk soap and our Pachami perfume – patchouli, geranium and lavender, however the same combination of essential oils smells quite different in different products. Also, Patchouli smells best once it warms up so both this cream and our Pachami perfume smell best about 10 minutes after putting it on your skin.
As a moisturizer, it's wonderful. And it also helps troubled skin. Over the years we have had a lot of clients with skin issues such as dermatitis or eczema who don't want to use anything artificial and who swear by this cream. More recently, we have created our Calendula Salve which is for localized skin irritations such as cuts, burns, rashes, bug bites, itch, but this Oliva cream is a great all over moisturizer which helps problematic skin.
We like to collect stories about the products to share with other clients so we would LOVE if you would leave us a comment or review of a product or even just send us a note or tell us a story!!
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- For moisturizing hands and body - dry, sensitive or problematic skin
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- Apply in light circular movements after showering.
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- Keep in a cool, dry area, away from direct sunlight. After each use, ensure the top is closed correctly and tightly.
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- Ingredientes: Agua, Aceite de Oliva Virgen Extra*, Cera de Abeja*, Aceites de Almendras Dulces*, Aguacate* y Ricino, Manteca de Karité*, Glycerina, Aceites Esenciales de: Geranio, Pachuli y Lavanda, Goma Xanthan, Sodio Borato. (*): Ecológico
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iMoveForward is a simple technique that combines your bodys soul and spirit with the eight phases of the Moon and the Infinite symbol for the universe. iMoveForward is a non-verbal technique that doesnt require you to remember memories of the past as you use it. You only need to focus on the present and set targets for your future.
iMoveForward is the latest energy balancing technique that you can use by balancing each card daily or before you go to sleep. You can hold your cards wherever you go, you can simply place them in your bag. This way you can balance on the go whether you are feeling the rush of joyful excitement or concerning emotions you need to contain your balance so that you can proceed with your daily routine.
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A few years ago, WebPT President Heidi Jannenga wrote a Founder Letter about the importance of targeted physical therapy marketing strategies—specifically, branding the PT profession as a whole. In it, she encouraged practitioners to think bigger than themselves as individuals: "Before we can market our individual practices—or our individual specialties—we first must identify who we are as a profession and how the services we provide benefit our current and prospective patients," she wrote. "We must brand…PT." And her message is still relevant today. Here's why PTs must learn to cooperate—not just compete:
Physical therapy is still at risk of being viewed as a commodity.
Many people don't know what physical therapists do.
Most of the general public—and many providers in other disciplines—don't actually know what physical therapist do (not to mention the value of physiotherapy's intrinsic patient-centered approach). Sure, a lot of people have a general idea—but those ideas range from "PTs only help professional athletes get back in the game" to "PTs are essentially glorified masseuses." As Jannenga explained, "if we don't start actively shaping the perception people have of physical therapy, we run the very real risk of propagating the long-held misconception that PT is just a commodity—not a profession." While this may be hard to swallow, it's true—and only a little less so today than it was when Jannenga originally wrote that letter.
A good brand connects people.
If you're thinking to yourself, "We do have a brand!"—and what comes to mind includes phrases like "musculoskeletal expert," "neuromuscular specialist," or "enhance function"—then Jannenga urges you to examine that sentiment from the perspective of the people you want to help. How meaningful are any of those phrases to the patient who just wants to feel better, to move better, to feel less pain? "To make a real connection with our audience, we have to reach them on an emotional level," she explained. "We have to identify their pain points—literally—and address them."
A unified effort could change the trajectory of the entire profession.
The goods news, though, is that there's still time to right the ship. And the sooner the better, because as Jannenga predicted, the healthcare tides are turning. Today, fee-for-service systems are rapidly being replaced by pay-for-performance methodologies. To survive—and thrive—in this increasingly value- and consumer-driven market, therapists must be able to not only prove their value via objective outcomes data, but also articulate that value to fellow providers and patients. That means PTs will need to work together in a unified, nationwide effort to market the entire profession (not merely their individual practices). In other words, long-term success requires cooperation—not competition.
Cooperation is good for patients—and for providers.
Healthcare is becoming more collaborative.
As the healthcare system itself moves toward more collaborative models of care, so does the manner in which providers are paid. In fact, the Affordable Care Act and other reform initiatives are driving the adoption of models such as accountable care organizations (ACOs)—which feature payment structures that reward the entire care team based on collective value. These models put the focus on the patient; they encourage everyone on the patient's care team to cooperate in order to provide that patient with the right care at the right time—thus reducing costs and improving patient outcomes and satisfaction (hello, Triple Aim). For physical therapists to successfully establish themselves as essential participants in this type of model, they must stop looking at other providers—including other physical therapists—solely as competitors. Rather, therapists must learn to function as team players—and get their teammates (other practitioners) to recognize the value they have to offer (hello, marketing the profession).
Thinking like a "businessperson" has a whole new meaning.
Last year, Brooke Andrus attended the Graham Sessions—and in her blog post recapping the event, she listed one of the major takeaways as being: "It's time to start thinking like a businessperson." While some may believe that the best way to "think like a businessperson" is to close up ranks, focus solely on market share, and fight off competitors who could infringe upon potential patients, that sort of perspective misses the forest for the trees. According to Andrus, one attendee suggested that in order to be successful, PTs should "stop thinking of…ancillary health and wellness providers as competitors or usurpers, and start thinking of them as colleagues and potential referral sources. In other words, if PTs want to play in this game, they've got to play smart—and they've got to play nice."
It pays to be a team player.
Speaking of playing nice, Graham Session speakers also discussed the consequences of clinging to the word "autonomy"—because it "doesn't mean what [most people in the profession] want it to mean." While PTs "intentions were good—to encourage and allow PTs to claim total ownership of their profession…other players in the medical community have misinterpreted this term to mean that PTs 'don't play well with others.'" Apparently, this has resulted in "other providers [being] a bit standoffish toward physical therapists." Thus, "by continuing to emphasize autonomy in their vision for the future of the profession, PTs will only perpetuate the misconception that they refuse to collaborate with—or simply do not need—anyone else." And that's certainly not the image PTs want to project—especially not now, when collaboration is the new name of the healthcare game. "In the interest of providing their patients with the highest level of care—and, considering the expected transition to episodic-based payment models, in the interest of merely staying in business—PTs must project an aura of willingness to partner with other professionals," Andrus explained.
Differentiation has its place, too.
Expertise matters.
Now, no one is suggesting that you give up your individuality or your independence to become dependent upon other providers. Keep your confidence in your abilities to provide the very best care for your patients. After all, there's a reason early PT intervention produces incredible results for people suffering from musculoskeletal injuries. And to be successful in any industry, you must be able to differentiate your services—to identify what sets you apart. With the increasing emphasis on collaboration and value in health care, one way you can do this is by using your expertise to ensure that every patient you see achieves the best possible treatment outcome. Sometimes that means providing treatment yourself; other times it means sending that patient to another provider—someone who is better able to provide the care that patient needs.
Referring just might generate new patients.
There's no room for ego here—and this is especially important when the patient is seeking out your services first (à la direct access.) These situations represent a perfect opportunity for therapists to demonstrate not only their competency as clinicians, but also their ability to serve as primary care providers who have the expertise necessary to oversee the successful coordination of patient care—even if that success doesn't come as a direct result of that PT's services. This type of cooperation also offers the added bonus of establishing connections with other providers, which could lead to reciprocal referrals when those providers see patients who could benefit from your exceptional physical therapy services.
You've heard the aphorism, "a rising tide lifts all boats," right? Well, it applies here, too. By elevating the status of the physical therapy industry as a whole—though a concerted effort to positively represent the profession—everyone benefits. And there's a lot to benefit from at this particular point in healthcare history.
Still not convinced that cooperation—not competition—is the way to proceed? Check out this easy-to-scan chart that compares the effects of each:
When PTs see other providers—including therapists—solely as competitors, they:
When PTs embrace a team-oriented, patient-centered philosophy of care, they:
Isolate themselves from the rest of the healthcare ecosystem.
Demonstrate a strong sense of confidence in their skills, abilities, and value.
Lose out on opportunities to build referral relationships.
Use "what's best for the patient" as their decision-making North Star.
Put patients at risk of achieving sub-optimal outcomes.
Don't hesitate to refer a patient to another provider when appropriate.


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According to a report released by the Environmental Protection Agency, in 2008 there were 44,000 "adverse incidents" and 600 deaths to our four-legged family members, all linked to a single type source.
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Forty-four thousand.
That's 120 "adverse incidents" and 2 deaths per day for an entire year.
Yeah, let those number sink in for a minute.
Now ask yourself how easily your family member could have been a part of that statistic – or if they still might.
You might be wondering what heinous cause could have resulted in so many families being devastated by the injury and loss.
What caused so many "adverse reactions" – from skin irritation to seizures to debilitating illness – that even the EPA researched it and released their findings in an official report.
Can you handle the truth?
Chemicals in flea and tick treatments.
Bites, don't it? (no pun intended)
The Great Flea Conspiracy?
So, before we scare you into next week – any more than we already have – it's important to point out that not every manufacturer of pest treatment is out to harm Fido (probably none, in fact).
It's really not a conspiracy or population control or any of a zillion other scenarios running through your head.
Frankly, most of these companies are earnestly looking for the best solutions to ensure your pup has a high quality of life – and hey, can you fault them for that?
It's true that the facts don't lie … and you can bet what's left in your retirement account that if these were human statistics involving a human medication it would have been pulled from the shelves amidst the crushing weight of lawsuits.
Are our furry kids worth any less?
But let's put these statistics it in perspective for just one minute; in 2017 there were 144 million licensed dogs and cats in the united states. That means 1 in 3,200 has the chance of an adverse reaction.
For you fancy math folks – that's less than 0.03% of the registered dogs and cats in the US.
By way of comparison, that's one-twelfth the USFDA reporting of adverse reactions from aspirin!
So if we are going to condemn strictly according to the numbers, you are twelve times more likely to have an adverse reaction to aspirin than Fluffy having a reaction to a chemical treatment.
Are you going to throw away that bottle of aspirin?
I didn't think so. Me neither.
So where does that leave us?
Natural Flea Control Remedies
So, here we are.
You need flea prevention but the idea using some of the chemical options have you second-guessing what to do.
If you're leaning against the man-made options – and you're reading this – then you're probably considering looking into natural ways to kill fleas.
Here are the top home remedies for preventing, repelling, and killing fleas on your dog and in your house:
- Rosemary (oil, powder, and leaves)
- Citronella (candles, oil, sticks, etc)
- Boric acid
- Salt
- Vinegar
- Essential oils
- Lemon oil (not juice!)
- Dishwater traps
A Rosemary By Any Other Name
One of the most popular herbs for homeopathic flea control, rosemary is a natural flea repellant.
Although it is ineffective on full infestations, rosemary is effective when used for maintaining a flea-free environment, or if your canine has been exposed to another pooch who may have been carrying the unwanted guests.
Rosemary can be used in any of a number of forms;
- Once brewed, the rosemary tea can be used as a rinse or a wash for not only your pup, but for their bedding as well.
- Rosemary powder can be sprinkled anywhere. Seriously – anywhere.
- Rosemary oil is too strong and irritating to be applied directly on your dog; however, it can be dabbed directly onto your pet's collar or dropped around their bedding.
One of the safer treatments, and as a bonus – everything smells nice!
The Anti-Bug Citronella
Ah, the smell of citronella in the air – summer is here! We all know it's effect on the little terrorists we call mosquitos but what about fleas? This one is a little tricky, because it really can work as a repellant – but it depends on a few factors.
Mainly, it depends on your geographical region. Just like living near an airport makes you deaf to the sound of airplanes taking off and landing, the same is true with citronella.
If you live in an area where you're burning citronella twelve months of the year to keep those kamikaze insects from taking off with your small children, than citronella is much less effective. Practically ineffective. Okay, it won't work – because the fleas are already used to it.
Another consideration is the manner of delivery. Burning candles in or near the house is so much less effective than drops of the oil near the bedding or around entranceways. Mixing a solution to spray on your pet and his bedding is the best delivery method but even that can be improved upon.
With citronella, the most effective delivery method is by mixing several drops the citronella oil in a spray bottle with some purified water and other essential oils to kill fleas – like lemon oil, peppermint oil, and eucalyptus oil.
By mixing the oils, citronella is definitely an effective and natural way to get rid of fleas – but understand it is a repellant and not a killer, so it is not a viable option for infestation.
Tales of Boric Acid
Alright, let me be completely honest here – this one scares me. I've read too many horror stories of well meaning – but short-sighted – homeowners using boric acid for fleas with devastating results.
The word "acid" in the name should be a dead giveaway that this might need a lot of care and consideration before diving headfirst into the deep end of this pool. Also, there's a difference between boric acid and Borax that many pet owners don't quite grasp.
Using boric acid for fleas is almost a science when you look at the list of potentially harmful side effects for improper treatment of your pet, exposure to other two and four legged household members, and storage.
On the other hand, boric acid does work for fleas and infestations on carpets and other soft surfaces. But those are the only surfaces that this product should be used on.
Additionally, this treatment needs to be done carefully – paying special attention to following the instructions exactly as they are laid out on the product. Make sure the house is empty of any critters (kids included!) and well ventilated before starting treatment, and the treated items are thoroughly laundered before returning them for your pet's use.
And for the love of God – wear a mask!
Does boric acid kill fleas? Sure does. But, it's an effective treatment for infestations only – there are far more safer options for maintenance to put this option at the top of the list.
Want Salt on Them Fleas?
I'm surprised by how often I get asked, "Does salt kill fleas?". Before I spill the beans on this one, it's important to lay the foundation so you understand how this method would work.
Salt is a desiccant; its hypertonic nature preserves meat by destroying bacteria through dehydration.
So, the old-school theory goes in the same way – by liberally sprinkling ground salt over your dog's bedding and the rest of the soft areas of the home and letting it set for a few days before vacuuming it up, the dehydration process destroys the fleas and eggs.
Yeah – and I have a bridge for sale on the West coast.
Basically, not only is this an ineffective treatment for controlling fleas in any stage of their life cycle, but laying on bedding coated with finely powdered salt could be seriously harmful to your pooch's skin. Google up a few images of what salting does to meat.
Please, don't try this at home, folks.
Vinegar for Flea Control
Here's another one from the "If it smells bad it's gotta work" archive. If you're looking for the short answer, here it is: vinegar is a good flea repellant. But like any other treatment or repellant, it ain't that simple.
First you need to navigate the types of vinegar. Apple cider or wine – and which wine? Distilled white or balsamic? Cooking vinegar or the stuff from the cleaning aisle?
To start with, you should avoid the cleaning aisle, since those vinegars may actually have other ingredients mixed in, and focus on the food-grade variety. Besides – if it's safe to eat, it should be safe for your pet, right?
Well … Not exactly.
Think about that last salad you had. Remember the delicious dressing? Yeah, that lip-puckering power is because the vinegar is an acid. Yes, acid. And while our palates and taste buds are accustomed to it – our pet's skin is not.
So, it's important to properly dilute the vinegar and to not use it more than once a day. A fine mist over your pets coat is best; don't use the vinegar mix as a dip or wash until you ascertain how sensitive your dog's skin is to it.
Vinegar can be an effective flea repellant when properly mixed and sprayed on your pet before he ventures to somewhere that he may be exposed to fleas. Properly mixed is a 50/50 blend of white or apple cider vinegar with water.
The diluted vinegar works a couple ways; first by being an unpleasant odor that repels the fleas. Secondly, it's a pretty bad taste to the little bloodsuckers. And lastly, it irritates the bodies of fleas, causing them to seek a more hospitable environment.
Vinegar works as a repellant and is not effective as a flea killer, or once fleas have made their home in your home. Treating Rover with vinegar will keep the fleas off him – and on you and your family.
Using Essential Oils to Kill Fleas Naturally
These days, it seems like essential oils are used for everything from cleaning personal care to holistic medicine – and now insect control. Aside from the fancy new uses, essential oils have been used for hundreds of years for more than just the trendy aromatherapy of fancy water.
This is in no way an all-inclusive list, but some of the more popular oils that you might likely find already in your cupboards.
- Lavender: This essential oil is used less for flea control and repelling, and more for it's benefits to skin and hair. We all know how miserable our fur babies can feel when they've been scratching those flea bites; when combined with other oils or treatments, lavender can help calm the inflamed skin and promote healing.
- Lemon: Lemon oil is probably the most versatile of the essential oils, and can be used in several ways when dealing with fleas. The most powerful weapon in lemon's arsenal – as far as fleas are concerned – is the aroma. While humans, as well as canines, enjoy the scent most aphids are repelled by it. In addition, lemon soothes irritated skin as well as nourishing skin.
- Cedar: Cedarwood oil is a less-used oil, but has a surprising number of benefits that are often overlooked. The most popular use of cedar is in chip or plank form, in closets and clothes storage. This is because of the aromatic properties repel moths. And it's the same with fleas. Alongside of the scent, cedar oil has antiseptic and antifungal properties, which works hand in hand with the aromatic to enhance flea repelling effect.
- Peppermint: Another widely used oil, peppermint has a unique use in the arsenal of flea control. First, the aroma helps to repel the fleas before they even jump on. Secondly, the itch relief aids in the healing of any hot spots that Rover might have developing. Lastly, the antimicrobial properties aid in the healing of irritations, and prevent infection.
- Eucalyptus: Similar to cedar, eucalyptus oil is primarily used as a scent deterrent and skin nourishment. Not only will eucalyptus nourish the hair and skin, but aids in healing of the irritation caused by flea bites.
The key to using essential oils is is blending the various oils according to your needs and diluting them in water before applying with a spray bottle to your pets coat.
Alternatively, you can try dabbing the oils onto a bandana that is easy to remove to test for any sensitivities.
Pass the Lemons
Possibly the most important thing to remember about lemons is that there is a significant difference between fresh squeezed lemon juice and lemon oil.
Lemon juice is simply a lemon squeezed, and catching whatever juice comes out.
Depending on how carried away you get, you certainly may squeeze out some of the oil at the same time – but you're getting primarily juice.
That's not really what you want to use on your puppy.
And if you even think about asking "why not", go suck on a slice of lemon. If you still don't get it, have another one.
By way of comparison, the lemon oil is pressed from the peel; pure oil without the acid.
In other words – if you're considering trying lemon for flea control, avoid the fruit aisle at the grocery store and go for the oil.
Dishwashing Liquid to Trap Fleas
Okay, if you're familiar with these traps, then just shush so we can get down to business. If you've never heard of them before, all I ask is for you to keep an open mind.
Dishwater traps are just that – flea traps.
Think of it like a mousetrap – you need a place that has mice, a bait, and a way to contain / kill the mice.
Apply the same theory to the dishwashing liquid traps: there's an area of your home that fleas are lurking in, you have a bait to bring them out into the open, and you have a trap that contains and kills them.
Making a liquid soap trap is about the easiest – and cheapest – thing you will do all day.
- Stake out an area that has fleas. Not your dog, and not your dog's bed – the trap needs to be out in the open.
- Fill a shallow dish about halfway up with water. Something along the lines of a saucer or pie dish works perfect. Add several drops of dishwashing liquid. Some people use liquid hand soap or liquid laundry soap, but whichever your choice, simply stir it in without making bubbles. We can make bubbles later.
- Set the dish on the floor of the aforementioned staked out area.
- Set a light (lamp, flashlight, tea light, whatever) several inches to a couple feet above the trap, shining down onto the soap mixture.
- Turn all the lights in the house off, and go to bed.
The trap works in this way: At night, the fleas are attracted to the light. As they jump up to investigate the light, they fall into the soap-water mix. Because the liquid soap lowers the surface tension of the water, the fleas cannot bounce off the surface, and thus drown.
Just remember to keep Fido away from the trap – drinking the soapy water is definitely not good for your dog.
And let's skip the tea light, okay? Never leave the room with an open flame – no matter how small. Or that it's over a dish of water.
If you've caught even one flea, this trap is considered a success. If not, add about a tablespoon more dish soap and blow bubbles with the four-legged kids.
That's All Folks
As you consider a natural alternative to chemical flea treatment, please keep in mind that no treatment is perfect, and the primary use of the natural remedies is for repelling the buggers, not treating an active infestation.
But once you serve the eviction notice to the squatters, your pup will thank you for these gentle methods to keep the fleas from coming back.


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Born the son of a carpenter, Chris' interest in building started at a young age. Always eager to learn new skills that interest grew into a passion for carpentry and other do-it-yourself projects, making Chris a lifelong handyman! He brings a unique perspective to the show as he was also born blind and will share some of his accessibility tips in the hopes of inspiring other individuals living with vision loss to get creative and try some DIY projects of their own.
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My good fortune with the Scaled Quail on Friday morning exhausted my luck for seeing new life birds, but the next few hours spent driving and hiking the back-roads of Lincoln County weren't a waste.
Great Horned Owl on nest
In Lincoln County the Great Horned Owls build their nests directly over the roadways. Between that and no traffic jams who wouldn't love driving out here?
The roadside ditches are graced by colorful waterfowl, but if a vehicle stops they aren't going to hang around for long.
The drab landscape is broken by the patterns of washes and the flights of aerial hunters.
In this setting the unremarkable buff, tan and brown patterns of the sparrows make perfect sense. From above they are just a piece of the prairie carpet.
If something stands out; it will likely be on the menu for something else.
Even in a harsh environment there are still signs of levity, such as this Pronghorn making a turn before reaching a Horned Lark. After all, this is the land "where the deer and the antelope play".


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- Take I-5 North to Olive Way Exit. Follow up hill (east).
- Turn left on 15th Avenue East.
- Turn left on East Galer Street.
- The park entrance is at 15th Avenue East and East Galer Street.
- Take I-5 South to Roanoke Street Exit.
- Turn left over freeway on Roanoke.
- Turn right on 10th Avenue East.
- Turn left on East Prospect Street.
- Entrance to park is at 14th Avenue East and East Prospect Street.
- Proceed to the North end of the Park, past the Seattle Asian Art Museum.
Volunteer Park Conservatory can be reached easily by Seattle Metro Bus.
- From Downtown Seattle, proceed to the Pike Street and 4th Avenue stop and take either
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- Or Bus #49 University District and disembark at 10th Avenue East and East Aloha Street, about 8 blocks from Volunteer Park.
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- Equities Market Ends Gaining Streak, Sheds N19bn
The Nigerian equities market ended its winning streak on Tuesday after sustaining gain for the fourth consecutive session on Monday.
The market shed N19bn as the NSE capitalisation slid to N12.659tn from N12.678tn.
A total of 353.194 million shares valued at N3.255bn exchanged hands in 4,201 deals.
At the end of trading activities, the equities market closed in the red zone as the NSE All-Share Index declined by 0.15 per cent to drag the year-to-date return to 36.85 per cent. There were 20 gainers and 19 losers.
The Cement Company of Northern Nigeria Plc was the top gainer after its share price appreciated by 10.17 per cent to close at N9.32. Other counters that closed in the top gainers' chart include Axa Mansard Nigeria Plc, May & Baker Nigeria Plc, Northern Nigeria Flour Mills Plc and Jaiz Bank Plc, which respectively appreciated by five per cent, 4.96 per cent, 4.91 per cent and 4.55 per cent.
C & I Leasing Nigeria Plc shed 9.37 per cent of its value to lead other underperformers such as Paints and Coatings Manufacturers Nigeria Plc, Diamond Bank Plc, Law Union and Rocks Insurance Plc and Lafarge Africa Plc, which plummeted by 4.84 per cent, 4.76 per cent, 4.49 per cent and 4.20 per cent, accordingly.
All the sector indices declined except for the NSE insurance and the NSE oil/gas indices, which advanced by 1.22 per cent and 0.11 per cent, respectively.
On Monday, the NSE ASI appreciated by 1.4 per cent to open the week, thus boosting equities investment by N176bn at the close of trading. More so, 44 stocks were said to have closed in the green.
A total of 262.167 million shares valued at N2.996bn exchanged hands in 4,283 deals.
The NSE ASI rose from 36,320.93 basis points to 36,831.93 basis points, while year-to-date gain expanded to 37.1 per cent. The market capitalisation closed at N12.678tn from N12.502tn.
The major drivers of Monday's performance were Dangote Cement Plc, Guaranty Trust Bank Plc and Zenith Bank Plc, which appreciated respectively by 2.9 per cent, 3.2 per cent and 0.9 per cent.


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Emma's Pocketwatch
This is a painting i painted for my wonderful cousin Tracy Williams. Tracy was one of my first muses for art and she actually taught me how to do my first cartwheel when i was a toe-head in California. Emma, is our great grandmother that we share and this is a visual story about her. Thank you Tracy, you are wonderful and i hope this painting thank you for many years of love and inspiration


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Approach to increase of a business in to a new vicinity or state.
This cardstock was prepared for Business enterprise lesson presented by professor Khan Procedure of expansion of company towards a new zone or nation. Expansion of clients are a plan where a business decides growing by escalating how many retail outlets through which its clients can buy services and goods.write paper This includes investigating regions and then there is indication of a potential niche increase. Keep Reading →


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6 Deficiency that needs to be addressed on a Blackberry
6 Deficiency that needs to be addressed on a Blackberry
Since decided to no longer use the BlackBerry device, a close friend asked me a lot about the decision. Them as if mesmerized. 6 deficiency that needs to be addressed on a Blackberry
"Really u can not use BB? Sure?"
The question above is not without cause. Upper middle class population of Indonesia, especially Jakarta is the majority use the BlackBerry as their primary mobile phone communicate with each other.
No longer use the BlackBerry as if leaving a channel where we are connected to almost all people in the immediate neighborhood.
And yet after two months no longer use the BlackBerry, I still live a normal life. Everything is fine.
Why do I say goodbye to BlackBerry? Here's why.
1) The network is often problematic
Two years more I use the BlackBerry as the primary device, two years as well, I have to deal with the BlackBerry network is often problematic. I wonder who is wrong – local or network operator BlackBerry – BlackBerry Messenger communications through often faltered.
Consequently, the message I sent late arrival, Internet access is not too hard to play. Email? Often absent.
Though the BlackBerry users, Internet connection is the main foundation of communication. Without the Internet, what's the point I use BB? Almost nothing.
2) Dependence on fuel
So many used BlackBerry, BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) to be the main communication tool, replace the phone. The reason is simple, the fuel is much easier and cheaper than a phone.
Many people consider the phone number is a personal matter, but not BBM PIN. They are more convenient than providing fuel to distribute PIN numbers.
Though the fuel was not without flaws. As I mentioned at one point, fuel is also often have problems. Message in the fuel delivery is often delayed (pending messages) that makes angry, especially if in an emergency.
3) All the hate Broadcast Message
Have you ever received BM containing "Test Contact, pls ignore.", Or "Forward this message if not you will be miserable for life", or "Add friend I am well, Johnny, 21, handsome!"?. 6 deficiency that needs to be addressed on a Blackberry
Either the technology is too sophisticated, or the people of Indonesia are too, um, creative. Broadcast Message feature that lets you send messages to all contacts, often misused.
For some people, maybe this sort of thing funny, but I do not. Imagine if 10 people constantly are constantly sending messages of this kind every day. Did not you get annoyed?
Some say, a smartphone should be owned by the user smart (smart user). But unfortunately, to buy a smartphone people do not need to take the exam in advance.
4) Device specifications limited
BlackBerry is a classic problem that limited the engine specification. For information, all applications on the BlackBerry will be stored in internal memory, not the alias external memory card.
Imagine a machine that must work hard to run so many applications, but only given a small brain capacity. No wonder the BlackBerry device hangs, and sometimes feels hot.
The solution is to tamper with the default BlackBerry operating system – to shut down many functions and systems that are not needed as the language selection, ringtone, and the software built. Technique known as "shrink OS" is not easy to do yourself. A-one BlackBerry you can be totally dead.
5) Lack of innovation
Whether because of a lack of innovation from RIM, or indeed the needs of users who are not increased, BlackBerry rarely make a significant innovation in each new device.
Unlike the competitors, RIM seemed well aware that without adding a 10MP camera, or so the memory capacity of 2GB, they will remain loyal users.
Consumers generally buy BlackBerry BlackBerry newest type of style just because of it. Rarely are buying BlackBerry because the processor is more sophisticated, or better camera, or its new OS (even a very few among them who know the difference between OS BlackBerry).
6) The function can be found in other phones
BlackBerry is not the only cell phone in the world. In fact, BlackBerry is not the only smart phone. Almost all the functions that run BlackBerry can run well on other smart phones.
Phone, SMS, email, social networking, camera, video recording, editing photos to be processed even better in the other smart phones. Call it the iPhone can take pictures with higher quality. And Samsung Galaxy that has a processor with a capacity well above the BlackBerry.
One of the popular features of the BlackBerry, the fuel is not without competitors. At least RIM is still struggling with a local connection, a service growing out of fuel. Call it the Line, WhatsApp, Skype, KakaoTalk, up Yahoo! Messenger. 6 deficiency that needs to be addressed on a Blackberry


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Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Hot, hot, hot!
With the number of single family homes for sale in King County down nearly 30 percent from a year ago, prices on last month's sales surged 19.8 percent, jumping from $429,900 to $514,975. Ten other counties in the 23-county area served by Northwest Multiple Listing Service also reported double-digit price gains for single family homes that sold last month, according to its latest statistics. Condo prices surged 19.6 percent.
Member-brokers added 7,931 listings area-wide to inventory last month for a slight improvement from a year ago when they added 7,852 homes and condominiums to their database. At month end, they reported 12,107 active listings, a sharp drop from a year ago when there were 16,946 properties offered for sale.
Current levels of inventory translate to 2.4 months of supply, well below the four-to-six months that industry experts use to indicate a balanced market. In the four-county Puget Sound region, supply is hovering near or below two months, with King County having the lowest level at only 1.3 months of supply.
Seven counties, including King County, reported year-over-year declines in pending sales during February in the wake of inventory shortages. Pending sales in King County fell about 5.6 percent compared to twelve months ago. The selection in the state's most populous county plummeted nearly 32 percent from year-ago levels while asking prices jumped about 22 percent.
This market is red hot for sellers, and a challenge for buyers...
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A delightful and creamy pudding made with soy milk, it is a simple to make and tastes amazing when served with the syrup on top.
Instant Pot Tofu Pudding Print Pin Rate
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
- 4 cups soy milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp agar agar powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp ginger grounded
- 3/4 cup water
- Warm up the soy milk in a separate pot and add it into the agar agar mixture. Add vanilla extract into it and stir well.
- Cook for 3 minutes on manual "high" pressure.
- Release the pressure naturally
- Strain the mixture, once it has cooled a little transfer it into refrigerator to settle down.
- Put all the ingredients of syrup in a pan and stir until sugar is dissolved, remove the ginger.
- Serve tofu with the syrup on top.
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Rotherham child abuse: Martin Kimber, council chief exec, to step down
The chief executive of Rotherham Council is to step down following a report that exposed the scale of child sexual exploitation in the town.
Martin Kimber will leave the post in December, he has announced.
In a statement, he said wanted to reiterate his "sincere apology to those who were let down".
A report published last month said at least 1,400 children were sexually exploited from 1997-2013, mainly by men of Pakistani heritage.
Mr Kimber, who joined the authority in 2009, said: "I believe that new leadership will enable the town to recover more quickly from the events of the last two weeks, and strongly signal a new beginning at this critical time in its recovery."
Council leader Roger Stone quit following the publication of the report, which was commissioned by the council and detailed gang rapes, grooming, trafficking and other sexual exploitation on a wide scale.
Calls for further resignations have gathered momentum as the spotlight turned to others at the helm of local services during the time of the abuse.
'Blatant' failings
South Yorkshire's Police and Crime Commissioner, Shaun Wright, who was in charge of children's services in Rotherham from 2005 to 2010, has so far resisted calls to step down.
In the wake of the Jay Report, Mr Kimber said no council employees would face disciplinary action because there was not enough evidence to prosecute.
The report concluded there had been "blatant" collective failures by the council's leadership.
The Labour Party has since suspended four members, including Mr Stone, ex-deputy leader Jahangir Akhtar and councillors Gwendoline Russell and Shaukat Ali, pending an investigation.
South Yorkshire Police has commissioned an independent investigation into its handling of the scandal.
The inquiry will "examine the role of both the police and council... and address any wrongdoings or failings," Chief Constable David Crompton said.
The government is also considering carrying out an inspection of the council.
Communities Secretary Eric Pickles told the House of Commons he hoped to make an announcement about the investigation "very soon", as soon as the person he wanted to lead it had cleared their diary.
Mr Wright will face questions from MPs on Tuesday about his knowledge of the abuse.
The Home Affairs Select Committee will also hear evidence from Mr Crompton, senior Rotherham Council official Joyce Thacker and NSPCC chief executive Sir Peter Wanless, who is leading a review into the Home Office's handling of abuse allegations.


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A factual and objective history of demons - what they are, what they are not, and how the term, demon, has been construed in different cultures over the years.
A demon is, in conventional thought, a being of pure malevolence - essentially, an element of evil consisting of the Devil and his many minions. Demons not in the underworld are either free on Earth or living temporarily in the abyss before going back to Gehenna, the "lake of fire," to join Satan, other demons, and the unsaved.
One similarity in demons among several cultures that embrace Christianity is the origin of the "head demon." It is frequently believed that the head demon started out as an angel in good standing with God, then after quarreling with God and being defeated, was condemned to rule the underworld. In the Bible, Lucifer begins as an angel, battles God, and is sent to rule the underworld after his defeat.
In most cultures, demons personify evil, pain and suffering. A demon either exploits a specific weakness in man, creates a certain suffering for man, or wants some special thing from man. Demons are said to have many powers, such as prophecy, that are alluring to men.
One significant finding in the study of demons is that multiple demons exist in most documented cases, frequently in a hierarchy where each demon has its own name and unique characteristics.
To the Ancient Greeks, daimons were minor deities - not necessarily good or evil. The good demons were called Eudemons, and evil demons were called Cacodemons. Many Eastern religions recognize a number of different demons. For example, ancient Buddhists had the Mira, which embodied all that was evil; and the Indian demons are lead by the powerful Ravana, which is believed by that group of people to change shape and remain invulnerable to all spirits.
Only in its modern connotation does the word, "demon," evoke the idea of evil spirits. The Greek word daemon, from which the words daimon and demon are ultimately derived, means "genius and intelligence," and has been applied indiscriminately to all spiritual beings whether good or evil.
People have done with regards to demons what they have done to angels. Just as they have imagined that there are beings created perfectly from all eternity, they have also imagined that beings created of lower degrees are eternally evil.


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For the most value as far as peformance for the price - Leaf Relief from PlyGem. If you were looking to spend a little more to go with a helmet style guard instead of a cover I highly reccomend TruGuard. Hope this helps!
I would not purchase Leaf Filter system again. In 3 years it has done a good job of keeping debris out of the gutters, but the black stripes that form on the front of the gutter between every 4' section of gutter guard are unacceptable! The tech support rep for Leaf Filter said to just get up on a 2 story ladder and wash the stain off each year if it bothers me. Totally defeats main objective of the system--keep me off of a ladder!!
Has anyone ever tried gutter guards from LeafFilter? They seem like a pretty good design but just wondered if anyone had ever used them and what your experience was. Thank you.
Hello John,
I agree with Ryan's answer. I would add that you can also pull the gutter spikes and replace them with gutter screws available at any of the big box stores. They typically come with the driver bit required, I'd also recommend having an impact driver for the job.
Good luck!
I know many of the people responding here and they are all great companies.
One thing I would add is that wire mesh covers are terrible. They actaully can cause damage to roofs. If they get any ice weight on them they can curl and lift the leading edge of the shinges. You want a cover that can be installed and attached to front and back of gutter or front of gutter and under shingles.
Unfortunetly you need ot spend the money on a cover but you do get what you pay for. Email me or call anytime and I am happy to talk and answer any questions.
www.utahgutter.com all info is on site
When choosing a gutter protection system, it is very important that you do your research. Some professionally installed gutter guards will actually install under your roof or shingles. This can void your roof warranty and cause water damage. LeafFilter is the only micromesh gutter guard that won't install under your roof or shingles, which makes it your best bet. The leading consumer reporting magazine named LeafFilter the top gutter guard in the pro-installed category, too.
Just seeing this. But I agree with other comments. Gutter Topper is the only cover to use. It is the best and has a lifetime waratny. www. guttertopper.com check it out. You can check our site out with some exapmples also tho we are out of Utah. www.utahgutter.com
I am a 4th generation gutter guy and we have looked at all the covers and tested many of them. Gutter Topper by far is the best. I actualy pesonaly know Marshal roofing as wel Troy is as honest as they come. I would call them.
We have not used this product but are familiar with it. It is NOT a screen type. It's actually similar to Leaf Relief, which is a good product. A number of roofing contractors in our area (MD) use it and have had good sucess.
There isn't any perfect product out there. Thay all have there pros & cons. Do research based on your paticular area, type of weather and trees around house.
I am unfamiliar with this product but from your picture it looks similar to many of the screen-type products that are available on the market. As a roofing contractor who has been installing "gutter protection" for over 30 years, we tend to not encourage 'screen-type' products as the maintenance is difficult and frequent. We have been installing GutterTopper for over 20 years in Wisconsin and our customers are very satisfied with it's performance. All products require maintenance, but GutterTopper's is the quickest and SAFEST by far.
I believe a dealer in your area is Marshall Roofing.
or contact http://guttertopper.com/ directly.
I hope this helps. The screen you are considering is much like ones we often remove because of customer dissatisfaction.
Many homeowners are looking for a miracle product that will free them from ever having to clean their gutters again.Some companies are actually claiming they have this miracle product! There are some good gutter cover designs; however, every gutter guard system we have tested (and we have tested a lot of them!) has pluses and minuses.
You may have seen a demonstration at a local home show or in the mall. They look great… the water rolls around the edge of the gutter cover and into the gutter; but do they work in the real world?To some degree yes, but none of them are perfect and none of them will prevent you from ever having to clean your gutters again!
There are over 70 gutter protection products in the U.S. and over 150 companies selling these systems. Every company says that they are the best and that you will never have to clean your gutters again…. if a representative from any gutter guard company in the world makes such a claim, RUN FAST!
There is no such thing as a maintenance free gutter guard!!!!
I REPEAT - There is no such thing as a maintenance free gutter guard!!!!
REGARDLESS of what the manufacturer claims; ALL Gutter Guards will require annual maintenance.
Most of the gutter guards do a fair job of preventing full sized leaves from entering your gutters. That is a simple task. However, many of the gutter cover products fail to stop tiny tree flower buds, seed pods and evergreen needles from entering or clogging the gutters.And none of them are maintenance free… every gutter guard system will require cleaning regardless of their claims!!!
Gutter Cleaning may be a cheaper and better solution…
Gutter guards are not cheap! Depending on the type of gutter guard they run anywhere from $8 to $20 per lineal foot installed. An average house may have 100 feet of gutter; some houses have even more. Most homes' gutter systems can be cleaned by a professional in an hour or so… you can do the math!
Gutter cleaning, as you well know, is not just a fall activity. Many trees shed debris throughout the seasons.Over time, clogged gutters can do serious damage to a home.Usually, fascia, eaves, and foundation areas suffer first.Paint peels and insects invade.In some cases, rainwater can enter an exterior wall through eaves.Prolonged exposure to a clogged gutter system will also render rafter end and roof sheathing vulnerable to rot.Repairs become expensive.It is not uncommon for some homes to need cleaning four times a year.
I REPEAT - There is no such thing as a maintenance free gutter guard!!!!
We hear this question from a lot of homeowners, and unfortunately there is no such thing as a maintenance free guard product. Although having guards can significantly decrease the maintenance, as you will no longer need to clean the interior of your gutter system, (with the right guards) but you will still need to brush off the top of the guards to remove the leaves and debris that will inevitably pile on top of the guard. In some cases patience is key. With rain, the falling leaves can get hung up on the guards but as they dry out, most of the time they will blow off on their own. If a contractor is stating that their product is maintenance free, they should have this information clearly spelled out somewhere in their terms and conditions and explain what exactly it means. We have a bunch of free information on guards (we use Rhino) on our blog, as well as some red flags to be aware of when dealing with contractors. See below.
Here of some direct links to relevant articles:
What to expect from guards in winter
Gutter guards in Spring and Summer
Red Flags to be aware of before signing a contract
Was the product sold to you as "maintenance free"? If so, request service. If not, the maintenance of cleaning off the tops is your responsibility I believe. I would suggest not ignoring it. A few problems can arise, especially if you are in a snowy climate.
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Arianna Huffington is often described as authentic, intelligent, and humble female leader. Several weeks ago I've had a chance to hear Arianna speak to a large audience at HubSpot's INBOUND conference, as well as a pleasure of talking to her afterwards, and I can tell you that this description of Arianna couldn't be more accurate. We discussed success, work and life balance, and wise leadership. Below are some of the leadership and life lessons she talked about that stood out for me.
"We walk through life feeling like we are running out of time. It's a terrible way to live your life," says Arianna Huffington. When you ask people what they want more of in life, the answer always seems to be "more time". We need to become wiser about what/who we let rule our lives and take charge of our own success. But before we do, we need to make sure we have our own very clear definition of what "success" truly is. What's your definition?


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An extensive new study will aid scientists in updating conservation strategies and understanding how climate change is affecting species around the world.
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The lack of fortification in gluten free food may increase the risk of micronutrient deficiencies for consumers who depend on these products, a new study warns.
Breathing life into our planet and others
A new study has produced a detailed estimation for when there was enough oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere to support large land-based life, such as dinosaurs and eventually humans.
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A Resort with a pool in Badesi
Badus Residence is a resort located in Badesi, between Castelsardo and Santa Teresa di Gallura, on Sardinia's North Western coast. Completed in 2008, the Badus Residence is situated in the valley below the town and consists of two buildings, 100 meters from each other, that house the apartments. The apartments of the Badus Residence all have an independent entrance and are located on one or two floors. They are functional and equipped with all amenities: kitchen, Color TV, fridge, microwave, safe, hairdrier. The apartments feature linen, while towels can be rented on site. Furthermore, there is a barbeque area available to all guests, where you can prepare tasty dishes on the grill. The whole resort revolves around the outdoor pool, with a sun deck equipped with loungers and beach umbrellas. The Badus Residence is perfect also for family vacations, thanks to its playground and game room with play stations and Wii. It also offers the convenience of a small shopping center with a bar, several shops and a panoramic restaurant that gives the opportunity to Badus Residence guests to purchase meal vouchers (1 first course, 1 second course with side dish, fruits or dessert, coffee). The closest beach is Li Junchi, about 2 km away, which features a promenade by the sea offering several services such as renting beach umbrellas and chairs, paddle boats and rafts. And for sports lovers there are diving courses, surfing and wind surfing, and guided tours on sail boats. Badus Residence is 85 km from Alghero airport, 50 km from the port of Porto Torres and 77km from the port and airport of Olbia.


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|Janet Yellen
-The Fed dismissed signs of emerging inflation, citing that it was running below the committee's long-term objective (I suppose under the belief that food and energy is irrelevant to the Average Joe).
-The Fed maintained the notion that it would keep the federal funds rate at current levels well after tapering ends.
-2014 U.S. economic growth was brought down, owing to the inclement weather. The unemployment rate was taken down a few tenths of a percent (by year-end 2014).
-Core PCE inflation was taken up a tad to between 1.5% and 1.6%.
-The "dots" exhibited a higher expectation of GDP growth for 2015 and a bit lower for the long run rate.
The Fed did not lift inflation targets for 2014-2015.
Whirlybird Yellen failed to mention the pickup in inflation, which was made quite clear in a June 17 CPI release and abundantly clear to most consumers. While understandable and consistent with Yellen's dovish history (and why I nicknamed her Whirlybird), this is shortsighted, as the employment and inflation data fail to warrant a more dovish statement.
The Fed's errant economic forecasts have been well-documented.
Since 2009, the Fed's economic projections have substantially overstated domestic economic activity, failing to recognize the strength of the structural headwinds and the residual impact of the 2007-2009 Great Decession. (Note: Before 2009, the Fed's projections were spotty as well.)
Nevertheless (and surprising to me), investors and traders still take the Fed's forecasts as gospel.
via theStreet http://www.thestreet.com/story/12752208/1/fed-losing-cred-bull-market-in-complacency-might-crack-best-of-kass.html


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The PrepStand Pro Upgrade Kit makes measurement simple. It features a tray for weighing small parts and a hook for weighing larger items. This is a great upgrade for your Topeak PrepStand Pro.
Topeak's PrepStand Max is lightweight and folds into a compact, portable package ideal for bringing to cycling events or keeping in your car, just in case. Hard rubber jaws hold your bottom bracket securely, while the front wheel hook adds stability when wrenching on your bike.
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Topeak's PrepStation Tool Tray attaches to their PrepStand repair stand (sold separately) to keep tools and small parts close at hand for maximum convenience. It's made of light and durable plastic with a padded bottom to hold tools in place, and it rotates for optimum accessibility.
The Topeak Tool Tray keeps tools and small parts close at hand for maximum convenience. And, it rotates for optimum accessibility, too.
Don't monkey around. Wrench with precision! Topeak's PrepStand Pro boasts an integrated digital scale so you can weigh your bike after an upgrade, or the components you plan to install. Of course, you'll love working on the PrepStand Pro, too. Its heavy-duty aluminum base is extra stable for heavy work; its clamp safely and securely grips all seatposts; it also rotates 360 degrees for placing bikes just where you want them. Plus, it only weighs 13.7 pounds and folds into the included nylon carrying bag for easy transport.
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