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Theories of Infant Development
Theories of Infant Development
Jan 2008, Wiley-Blackwell
400 pages
DescriptionThis volume provides an authoritative survey of all the major theories of infant development.
- An authoritative survey of major theoretical issues in infant development.
- Written by leading scholars in the field of infancy.
- Each chapter either presents a distinct theoretical approach to infant development or reviews contrasting theories in a specific subfield.
- Pays particular attention to current theoretical controversies.
- Contributors include Eugene Goldfield, Andy Meltzoff, Marinus van Ijzendoorn, Mark Johnson and Annette Karmiloff-Smith, among others.
Part I: Development of Perception and Action.
1. A Dynamical Systems Perspective On Infant Action And Its Development. (Eugene C. Goldfield & Peter H. Wolff).
2. A Developmental Perspective On Visual Proprioception. (David I. Anderson, Joseph J. Campos & Marianne A. Barbu-Roth).
3. From Direct Perception To The Primacy Of Action: A Closer Look At James Gibson's Ecological Approach To Psychology. (Alan Costall).
4. The Development Of Perception In A Multimodal Environment. (Lorraine E. Bahrick).
5. Neuroscience Perspectives On Infant Development. (Mark H. Johnson & Annette Karmiloff-Smith).
Part II: Cognitive Development.
6. The Case For Developmental Cognitive Science: Theories Of People And Things. (Andrew N. Meltzoff).
7. Theories Of Development Of The Object Concept. (Scott Johnson).
8. Remembering Infancy: Accessing Our Earliest Experiences. (Alan Fogel).
Part III: Social Development & Communication:.
9. Maternal Sensitivity Is More Important Than Infant Temperament In Shaping The Infant-Mother Attachment Relationship. (Marinus H. Van Ijzendoorn & Marian J. Bakerman-Kranenburg).
10. Emerging Co-Awareness. (Philippe Rochat).
11. Processes Of Development In Early Communication. (David Messer).
12. Joint Visual Attention In Infancy. (George Butterworth).
Afterword: Tribute To George Butterworth. (Peter E. Bryant).
Author Index.
Subject Index.
"This book consists of a nice collection of chapters that present introductions to theoretical frameworks spanning across the whole range of infant research activities. As a tribute to George Butterworth, it works exceptionally well. All the invited authors have worked with George Butterworth. The breadth of topics covered bears testimony to the intellectual range and importance of George Butterworth for the field of infant development. But this book is more than a eulogy. It is also a lucid and up-to-date presentation of some of the most influential theoretical frameworks for studying infant development. As such, it is an invaluable tool for senior undergraduates, postgraduates, or even faculty who wish to brush up on the latest thinking. I strongly recommend it." Dr Denis Mareschal, Centre for Brain and Cognitive Development, Birkbeck College, University of London
"For a long time we have needed a comprehensive book that presents and evaluates theories of infant development. It has finally arrived, in the form of an edited volume by Gavin Bremner and Alan Slater, fittingly dedicated to George Butterworth who contributed so much to our understandig of theories of development. A great strength of the book is that its chapters are written by the experts in each area rather than one author attempting to cover all facets of the theoretical landscape. The result is an in-depth look at theories of perceptual-motor development (e.g., dynamical systems, updated Gibsonian theory, and the impact of neuroscientific evidence on our theories), cognitive development (object concept, memory, developmental cognitive science), and social development (attachment, mother-infant interaction, joint visual attention). The book is up-to-date and provocative; I predict it will become the standard that researchers and graduate students turn to for a comprehensive treatment of current theories of infant development." Professor Rachel Keen Clifton, University of Massachusetts
"The study of infant development is foundational to many of the theoretical and applied issues that psychologists address. This excellent volume will be of interest not just to infancy researchers and their students, but to all scientists who adopt a developmental perspective to understand human psychological functioning." Jeffrey J. Lockman, Professor of Psychology, Tulane University
"A collection of excellent studies of early infant development."
United States Association for Body Psychotherapy Newsletter
- An authoritative survey of major theoretical issues in infant development.
- Written by leading scholars in the field of infancy.
- Each chapter either presents a distinct theoretical approach to infant development or reviews contrasting theories in a specific subfield.
- Pays particular attention to current theoretical controversies.
- Contributors include Eugene Goldfield, Andy Meltzoff, Marinus van Ijzendoorn, Mark Johnson and Annette Karmiloff-Smith, among others.

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Joel Keller
District #2
December, 2014 to December, 2018
Contra Costa
North Concord/Martinez, Pittsburg/Bay Point, Pittsburg Center, Antioch
Millbrae Station (San Mateo County)
Antioch, Brentwood, Concord (partial), Oakley, Pittsburg, Unincorporated Contra Costa County (partial)
(510) 464-6095
(510) 464-6011
Joel Keller joined the BART Board when voters elected him in November 1994. He was sworn into office on December 14, 1994. His colleagues on the BART Board of Directors chose him to serve as President in 2002 and 2005, and Vice President in 1998, 2001, 2004 and 2012. Director Keller represents the 2nd BART District, which includes Antioch, Brentwood, Concord (partial), Oakley, Pittsburg, Unincorporated Contra Costa County (partial).
Keller retired as a Probation Manager for Contra Costa County in 2003 and as a Chief Deputy Probation Officer for Solano County in 2008. Voters also elected him to be the Mayor for the City of Antioch in 1984 and re-elected in 1988 and 1992. Keller served as a member of the City of Antioch's City Council and as Commissioner of the Delta Protection Commission; and as Chair of both the Contra Costa Transportation Authority Board and Contra Costa Mayor's Conference. His public service includes serving as Board member of the following entities: Association of Bay Area Governments, Delta Diablo Sanitation District, Tri-Delta Transit, Highway 4 By-Pass Authority, and Transplan.
Keller was the founding Chair of Delta 2000, an East county group that works to bring together non-profit organizations and empower community-based organizations. He has been the President of the Contra Costa County Leadership Board of the United Way and a Board member of the United Way of the Bay Area.
Keller holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Berkeley, from which he graduated in 1971, and has completed 40 hours of graduate studies in Public Administration from California State University, Hayward.
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Solo But Not Alone!
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Solo But Not Alone!
The LPM Section prides itself on the countless benefits it offers legal professionals, and we are especially proud of the resources we offer to those in solo and small firms.
Many solo and small firm members of the ABA choose to partner with the LPM Section because of the incomparable expertise we offer in these four core areas: marketing, management, technology and finance. Our publications-—including this issue of Law Practice magazine—regularly feature invaluable content dedicated to providing relevant and useful information for solo and small firm professionals. Plus, many members find that the advice obtained from the LPM Section can be used immediately in their practices.
The LPM Section's monthly electronic publication Law Practice Today ( www.lawpracticetoday.com) also dedicated an edition to the issues affecting solo and small firm practitioners, and many of our books provide how-to information on everything from starting and building a law practice to effectively using social media. CLE conferences like ABA TECHSHOW® provide an entire track of educational sessions designed specifically for solo and small firms. LPM has a resource for just about all things solo and small firm! Be sure to visit www.lawpractice.org/solo for a one-stop shop of our most popular solo and small firm resources.
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In regard to VMware vSphere, combining multiple network links can be done with the IEEE 802.3ad standard. IEEE 802.3ad can be configured to support static and dynamic link aggregation.
Does VMware 3.x - 5.0 support 802.3ad Dynamic?
Not until VMware ESXi 5.1 is 802.3ad Dynamic supported, and then only on a vShere Distributed Switch (vDS) which is explained in this VMware KB article: (1010270)
Background Information:
IEEE 802.3ad static: (Supported on on VMware ESX/ESXi 3.x - 5.x on vSwitches and vDS). Static link aggregation is configured individually on hosts or switches and no automatic negotiations happen between the two end points. Static link aggregation does not detect cabling or configuration issues and any switch port failures that do not result in a loss of link status.
Does enabling Route based on IP hash without 802.ad aggregation or vise-versa disrupt networking?
Yes, if you must enable 802.ad Static mode ON and configure the vSwitch to route based on IP Hash, configure route based on IP hash inside ESX/ESXi first, then enable the LAG on the physical network. You will loose connectivity to the ESX/ESXi host temporarily until you configure the phyical side.
Does VMware support any other algorithm other than IP HASH when using EtherChannel?
No, only route based on IP hash is supported when configuring based on EtherChannel.
How many EtherChannels exist per vSwitch or vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS)?
One and only one EtherChannel per vSwitch or vDS.
Can I use beacon probing with IP Hash load balancing?
No. Beacon probing with IP Hash load balancing is not supported. Beacon probing is most useful in detecting networking failures which do not result in a link down condition. This could be a misconfiguration resulting in link that is still up, but not operating as expected.
See http://www.vmware.com/files/pdf/virtual_networking_concepts.pdf for more information.
Can I configure standby or unused uplinks while using IP Hash?
No. Do not configure standby or unused uplinks with IP Hash. IEEE 802.3ad dynamic: Only supported in ESXi 5.1 vDS. See VMware KB article "ESX/ESXi host requirements for link aggregation" (1001938) for more information.
Pior to ESXi 5.1 VMware only supported static link aggregation. With ESXi 5.1 Dynamic LACP is supported only vSphere Distributed Switches (vDS). Static LAG are still supported on vSwithes and vDS. Dynamic LACP provides additional support for Plug and Play automatic configuration and negotiation between host and physical switch. Dynamic LACP will detect link failures and cabling errors and automatically reconfigure the links.
What is the difference between Active and Passive Mode for LACP configuration?
Active - The port will actively negotiate the link state by initiating negotiation and send LACP frames.
Passive - The port is passive state and will respond to LACP fames sent during LACP negotiation.
See Sample configuration of EtherChannel / LACP with ESXi/ESX (1004048) and Enabling or disabling LACP on a Uplink Port Group using vSphere Web Client (2034277)
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This article explains how to update punctually a driver or a firmware directly from the operating system (OS)
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JoannaC necesitaba un nuevo diseño de impreso o envases y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 67 diseños de 13 diseñadores freelance.
Joanna Conti
A businesswoman who is running for County Executive of Anne Arundel County, Maryland
This will be handed out at events and at the door to interest voters in supporting Joanna Conti for County Executive
Please design a clean, professional 8.5" by 3.625" hand-out to introduce Joanna Conti to voters. Both sides should be full color. The final art should be delivered in a .pdf file of a three-up layout for a 8.5 by 11 inch page. Elements that need to be included are:
1. Very prominent display of web address http://www.joannaconti.com. This should be one of the things that pops most on the entire piece.
2. Logo (attached)
3. Pictures (from Flickr feed accessible through http://www.joannaconti.com, ones I've uploaded and others you choose). Please don't use the Meade Senior High School photo and I'd prefer it not to be obvious that a picture is from the 2004 Congressional campaign.
4. In small print: "By Authority of Conti For Our County, Charlene B. Weston, Treasurer" next to the union bug
5. Contact info: P. O. Box 4343, Annapolis, MD 21403
phone: (410) 757-2811; email: firstname.lastname@example.com
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Humane society officers rescue 85 neglected dogs from Havelock house
Here :sad:
Called one of the worst cases of animal cruelty the Peterborough Humane Society has seen, 85 dogs -- many just skin and bones -- were seized from a home in Havelock yesterday.
Peterborough Humane Society general manager Brad Algar said he got a call Dec. 11 from the Peterborough County-City Health Unit about unvaccinated animals living at one house in Havelock.
With a warrant in hand, Algar's team seized the dogs yesterday and brought them back to Peterborough in a rental truck where they are now being treated by a veterinarian.
Of the 85 dogs, Algar said, more than 60 were living in the owner's "very small house." The rest were outside.
The dogs were in poor condition, many of them thin and malnourished, he said.
"It was a pretty bad situation," he said. "Some of the dogs were emaciated."
Most of the seized dogs are large breeds, such as Labrador retrievers, he said. There were also about three or four puppies.
At the shelter last night the sound of dogs barking and whimpering was deafening.
"This is one of the worst cases I've seen in this area," Algar said. "We've had puppy mills before, but this isn't a puppy mill because he
wasn't selling them. He was keeping them."
Cont at the link..
Sooo sad:sad:
Awwww how sad, I hope all the dogs make it :sad:
Cat maid to:
Jasper, male Ragdoll ?? (approx 10 yrs)
Rose semi feral, a cpietra rescue, female tabby (approx 7 yrs)
Sweet Pea RIP (2004?-2014)
Puddles RIP (1996-2014)
Snowball RIP (1991-2005)
In a cat's eye, all things belong to cats.-English Proverb
While we are free to choose our actions, we are not free to choose the consequences of our actions. Stephen R. Covey
How sad. Happy to hear though that the dogs are on the road to starting a new begining.
If the sound of dogs barking at the humane society was so deafening how could this person's neighbours not have heard them and turned this person in earlier?
Assumptions do nothing but make an ass out of u and me.
We can stick our heads in the sand for only so long before it starts choking us. Face it folks. The pet population is bad ALL OVER THE WORLD!
Poor babies :sad:
Animal hoarding is such a bizarre disorder. I'm glad they were found, but also wonder how this didn't draw someone's attention sooner?
for the doggies...
Chase (Friendly Resident Wigglebum) - Border Collie/Lab/Shepherd X
Kailey (Misunderstood Gentle Beauty) - GSD & foster failure #1
Rupert (Gold-Medal Winner of the 3 a.m. Kitty Destruction Olympics )
Heidi - RIP my sweet baby girl
May have been that this person was a loner and didn't have people visit. May not have had any neighbours per say either. Havelock is pretty rural.
Might have been a fluke that someone noticed the dogs or an unexpected visit from a relative or something like that.
So sad, I hope the majority of those dogs are able to be saved and given a second chance at life.
Just thought I'd tell you a bit more about the Havelock (Peterborough area) "puppy mill". There were somewhere around 50 dogs living inside the house, and there was not a scrap of feces nor a drop of urine, anywhere. That was what the dogs fed themselves on.
A number of the dogs have been placed in animal shelters in southern Ontario. Several of them made their way to the Hamilton SPCA, which was already filled to capacity. There was one gorgeous golden retriever, her skin stretched tight across her ribs, her waist just a few inches in diameter and her hip bones jutting out, who still found the energy to wag her tail, and lick your hand.
A 2 year old black Lab cross (who knows with what) called Snow weighed about 15 pounds and looked like a puppy. Not house trained, and, according to the staff at the Hamilton SPCA, when we took her for a walk yesterday, it may have been the first time she'd ever been taken for a walk.
She took to it, and to us, like a duck to water. We took her home.
She curled up on my son's lap last night, and, finally warm and safe, she fought sleep...almost as if she was afraid that if she did, the dream would be over, and she'd wake up back in Havelock.
We took her to a Pet Cetera in Missisauga this morning, looking for a groomer, but theirs was not working today. They let us use their facilities, though, and although she wasn't that crazy about being washed, we eventually got the job done with help from the manager. Now she smells like a dog should! Kudos should go to the store, as they were incredibly helpful, the manager having had several "rescue dogs" of her own over the years.
Snow, now re-christened Rosie, walked out of the store with a dog coat on, which she'll need to keep out the cold until we can get some meat on her bones. She'll be getting 5 small meals a day, and we're hopefull that she'll become a medium size dog eventually. She'll always be small for a Lab, we suspect, although perhaps as she gains weight, she'll go through the equivalent of puberty. At two years of age, she looks like a puppy, and I'm wondering if she's ever gone into heat.
At the moment, my son is taking her outside for a walk (which we do every could of hours), where she gets a treat and praise if she goes "puddles". She can also have a few bites to eat of a high quality puppy food (and some shredded cheese!).
Anyway, if you're looking for a dog, there are some incredible animals that have come from that Hell in Havelock, and with a little bit of love in the last 24 hours, we can tell that Rosie will be a wonderful pet. I think we're very lucky to have each other.
Oh, and that golden retriever? The last we saw of her was when we were in our van, in the parking lot of the Hamilton SPCA. A family had her on a leash and were taking her for possibly her first walk, too. Her tail was wagging, and the family were all smiles. It looked like her nightmare was about to end, too.
Out of the evil some good will come.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. How heartwarming. I am sure you will have a faithful loving wonderful furever pup on your hands. Rosie is striking.
Assumptions do nothing but make an ass out of u and me.
We can stick our heads in the sand for only so long before it starts choking us. Face it folks. The pet population is bad ALL OVER THE WORLD!
Roger,I agree with 14+,thank you for taking Rosie in to your home,she must think she's in heaven.
Hopefully most of those poor dogs will have a chance at a good life
It seems there is no end to horror-stories,what's wrong with people,have they no heart
Hoarding is supposed to be a compulsive disorder,but unfortunately it is the animals that suffer the most.:sad:
"The cruelest animal is the Human animal"
3 kitties,Rocky(r.i.p my boy),Chico,Vinnie
We adopted one of the dogs too
Hi: I found this site after doing some research on the Haverstock dogs. Our family adopted one of the little ones from the Hamilton Humane Society. it's been a real adventure since. First off, She is a real sweetheart. Quite submissive to our 10 year old golden/collie cross.
However, she certainly has her problems from being in the home. She is not house trained at all. Add to that, she developed diarrhea the first day. So between cleaning up diarrhea and dealing with her separation anxiety, it was real fun. Today her stools are better and she is getting along with her doggy friend pretty good. Once we get her housetrained she has the potential to be a very good dog. She is cute as a button. Impossible to pin down her origins. Although there was a lot of talk about labs, I find it hard to believe she has much lab in her. She is supposed to be about 8 months and she is the size of a fox or small coyote. Her fur is really weird. it has some wire-haired ..... aspect to it. She is tan colour with an underlying black coat..... little eyes and a terrier-like skull. She weighs in at about 20-30 pounds. I hope she stays that size....
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What a doll she is. Does it matter what breed? To me she is just sweet!! Thank you for adopting her! She will quite obviously have many issues relating to her horrible situation. But she is in a loving home now. I am sure with your love and attention she will be the absolute best pup you have ever had!! !
Assumptions do nothing but make an ass out of u and me.
We can stick our heads in the sand for only so long before it starts choking us. Face it folks. The pet population is bad ALL OVER THE WORLD!
So many threads lately with sad endings. It's really cool to see one go the other way. Roger and subie, it's wonderful for yall to open up your homes and lives to take those dogs in. for the rest.
along with; Dixie, Angel, Dex, Leroy, Babygirl, Harley, Chubby, Jasper, Katie and ole buckethead; Samson
Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea. Robert A. Heinlein
Subie,She looks really sweet,no matter what breedX she is
I am certain,with love,proper food and gentle training,she will be a very grateful happy pup.
Thank you for rescuing
"The cruelest animal is the Human animal"
3 kitties,Rocky(r.i.p my boy),Chico,Vinnie
Thanks guys
Thanks, She is certainly a sweet little girl. Just an update: She is catching on to the house training. She watches my GoldenX and I think she is picking up the whole bathroom-outside-rather-than-on-the-rug concept, although she did have 2 accidents today. She is pooping outside which is good and for the most part peeing outside too.
She seems to be super smart too. Picked up the sit command in about 3 minutes. wow......
She has spent her first two days chasing leaves that are blowing in all this wind.
She spent last night in her crate and after about an hour of crying slept through the night.....
No more diarrea and she will be starting on her all-out RAW diet on Wednesday.... (looking forward to the smaller poops that come with the raw diet. Our Golden is three times her size but her poops are half the size).
Thanks again for your support and if you don't mind I will try to keep you updated
"mind you updating"??? heck we insist on it! what a sweetie both those dogs are and we look forward to hearing more about them
This is so wonderful..I read in our local paper today that there is 1 lonely doggie left out of the 15 Hamilton took in from this seizure! I bet he gets adopted from someone soon!
May I say THANK YOU to all of you that took a chance on one of these dogs! You will be repaid ten fold I am sure of that!
Tabitha April 10, 1995 - August 23, 2013
Bomber April 10, 1995 - July 12, 2010
Winston Nov 15, 1999 - September 15, 2011
Sophie Aug 30, 2011
He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion.
Ok you may be sorry. Holly got to wear her gentle leader today just like her big "sister" mackie. She thought she was pretty good with it on. Walked proud with her head up for the entire walk. She is picking up walking on a leash incredibly fast. She has the sit command down pat and mackie (my other dog pictured below) are working with her on shake a paw. Two small accidents yesterday but went through a second night in the crate without any accidents.
here is a picture of her after a long walk with Mackie...
Holly is a real cutie Mackie is looking at her quite bewildered, they make a sweet pair. She must think she is in heaven after what she has been through.
Kudos to the Hamilton spca they are really successful in their adoption rate, other spca's are starting to follow their policies.
awwwwwwwwwwwwww what a sweet picture!!!!
Holly Blog
Well I've been thinking of doing a blog on my adventures with Holly. So here are the beginnings. If you want to follow her progress
Subie,what a nice story,I think Holly was a very lucky dog on that rainy dayit was meant to be
"The cruelest animal is the Human animal"
3 kitties,Rocky(r.i.p my boy),Chico,Vinnie
Nipper, now Ashleigh
I, as well have brought home one of the dogs from this seizure. There were five of the dogs taken to the Lanark county SPCA in Smith Falls. They now have only one left. I am looking forward to seeing Ashleigh become the dog that she can be with all the love and attention that my family will give her. I have a number of toys but of course she has no idea of what to do with them. I am sure that none of these dogs ever had any to play with before.
animal cruelty
Hi, I have just read your post on the 85 dogs that were found in dreadful conditions. I live in the uk and the town i am from there are quite alot of animal cruelty cases but unfortunately most of them go un-heard unless it's been a really really bad case. I cannot even watch on the news if it involves an animal being hurt or read a newspaper and i personally think that these heartless pieces of trash don't deserve a place in this world. All an animal wants is love and to be treat with dignity and nothing else and i think if we as humans cannot do that then we should be totally ashamed of ourselves. My husband and i had a female iguana called spot and she died from a phantom pregnancy so we decide to go to the rescue sanctuary where we live as it is illegal to sell them where i live, the iguana we chose was called stumpy by the sanctuary's owners and they couldn't believe that we wanted him cause no ine else would buy him because of his injuries, something(i can't even call them a person) decided that they didn't want him anymore so they just threw him out onto the streets, he had half his nose chopped off, two of his front fingers chopped off, some of his tail chopped off and his whole body was burned.When we got him we were warned because of his past he was very very aggresive, but within a week or so he warmed to us alot and now you can pick him up, stroke him and talk to him. He is so spoilt, he has to have strawberrys everyday but he is lush and did not deserve what he went through. I know they say that an animal never forgets it's suffering but i really do hope our stumps(his nickname) has forgotten through all the love and attention we have and continue to give him and all our babies. In memory of my little girl cassyhoof who passed on 15th jan 09 aged 161/2 years, one animal i will never ever forget or stop loving xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Cassyhoof,I actually love Iguanas,wish I could have one.
We saw many on our trips to Mexico and Cuba.
There was one who a batender in Mexico had caught,he had a rope around his neck,showing him off to everyone,the animal was clearly distressed.
At night-time he tied him up by a tree:sad:
I told hubby we will go down and free him,so we went,scissors in hand and cut him lose,boy can they run!!and I think I heard him say thank you
"The cruelest animal is the Human animal"
3 kitties,Rocky(r.i.p my boy),Chico,Vinnie
letting iguana loose
Well done to you for letting that poor distressed iguana free to life it's life the way it should be, people don't realise that animals are not for shows or to make money from. People like that personally disgust me, but you and your hubby on the other hand make me proud to be an animal lover through and through. xx
cassyhoof,yes,it does not really matter what kind of animal it is,the suffering is the same.
I would never hesitate to do what I can to undo the damage done by heartless humans,to any animal.
Thank you for giving your Iguana a chance at a good lifealthough I would love to see all wild animals free,it's too late for some.
"The cruelest animal is the Human animal"
3 kitties,Rocky(r.i.p my boy),Chico,Vinnie
ATTN: Owner of Rosie
I am hoping the owner of Rosie is still on this forum. I was researching the Havelock dog rescue and saw the photo of Rosie. I believe that Rosie is one of the puppies of my dog Willow who I rescued a few years ago and was one of the dogs from the Havelock rescue. When I took her in they said she had multiple litters and all of her puppies (old and young) were adopted out before I got her. Most of her older puppies were said to be split up from her and went to various shelters and she went to the Oakville Humane Society with her youngest litter.
You guys rock thanks for opening your homes to these cuties. They will in time show you how much they appreciate the loving and safe homes they have now. They must think they are dreaming. Luckily its not a dream.
A dog has so many friends because they wag their tails not their tongues.
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Before examining how photosynthesis works, we need to understand just how important this process is for life on Earth. Let us consider the results of this process:
Photosynthesis and oxygen
In carrying out photosynthesis, plants absorb the carbon dioxide in the air (CO2), a gas that human beings cannot use, and break it down into oxygen (O2). Oxygen, which we take into our lungs when we inhale and which is essential to life, is the main product of photosynthesis. Some 30% of the oxygen in the atmosphere is produced by terrestrial plants, and the remaining 70% by single-celled algae and marine plants also capable of photosynthesis. The striking thing here is that while human beings continually destroy plants on land, they are unable to eliminate those in the oceans—their main source of oxygen—at the same rate. The fact that different living things capable of photosynthesis have been created allows us to possess a source of oxygen that is never completely decimated.
Photosynthesis and nutrients
We humans receive all the nourishment we need either directly from plants or else from herbivorous animals. Sunlight is simply a source of energy; but its raw form is not that practical. It is impossible to consume this energy, or to use it or store it directly in the body. Therefore, solar energy needs to be converted into another, usable form of energy—which is what photosynthesis does. By means of this process, plants turn solar energy into a stored form they can use at some later time. Using solar energy, the photosynthetic reaction centers in leaves converts the carbon dioxide in the air into starch and other high-energy carbohydrates. The O2 released after carbon dioxide has been used is released into the atmosphere. When the plant later requires energy, it uses the energy it has stored in these carbohydrates. Living things that feed on these plants, in turn, meet their own energy needs through the carbohydrates stored in them, by way of photosynthesis.
As we shall be seeing, photosynthesis is an exceedingly complex process. The fact that all living things acquire the food they need to live as a result of such a complex process is the work of the infinite knowledge and wisdom of Allah:
O humanity! Remember Allah's blessing to you. Is there any creator other than Allah providing for you from heaven and earth? There is no Allah but Him. So how have you been perverted? (Surah Fatir: 3)
Photosynthesis and energy
Your car engine runs on what was once solar energy. Jet planes fly thanks to what was once solar energy. You are using what was once solar energy even as you read these lines.
The first thing that comes into your mind as you read this will be that your car actually runs on gasoline and that jetliners use aviation fuel. You will imagine that you acquired the energy to read these lines from the last meal you ate, not from solar energy. The fact is, however, that both gas and the meals you eat, and even the wood and coal we burn for warmth, all contain energy obtained from the Sun—via photosynthesis. How?
Plants that stored solar energy in their bodies millions of years ago by means of photosynthesis, and animals that ate these plants, gave rise to the petroleum with which we are familiar, underground and under high pressure, after a period of millions of years. Coal and natural gas came into being in the same way. In short, the solar energy stored in plants thanks to photosynthesis was placed at our disposal after millions of years had passed.
Similarly, the energy you obtain from the food you eat is simply the solar energy stored by plants. The energy you obtain from animal foodstuffs is also the energy those animals obtained from plants. The source of energy is always the Sun, and the system that makes this energy useable by human beings is always photosynthesis. You cannot acquire the energy you possess by means of any system other than photosynthesis.
Photosynthesis and side products
Wood is a very important material used not just as fuel but in many fields, including construction. Paper, cotton and other natural fibers, for instance, consist of cellulose produced almost entirely by photosynthesizing plants. Even wool depends on the energy sheep obtain from grass, and photosynthesis. Solar energy, transformed by photosynthesis, is the source of countless vegetable, animal and organic side products.
Photosynthesis and the environment
Living things constantly increase the carbon dioxide in the air and the air temperature. Millions of tons of carbon dioxide are released into the atmosphere every year as a result of the respiration of human beings, animals and micro-organisms in the soil, not to mention burning of fossil fuels. Moreover, the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere from fuels consumed for heating purposes in factories and homes and used in transport also reaches billions of tons. According to one study, an increase of 42 billion metric tons in the carbon dioxide has been seen in the atmosphere in the last 22 years. One of the main causes of this rise is the fuels consumed and deforestation. The rise in carbon dioxide caused by fuels over the last 22 years is 78 billion metric tons.
Unless this rise is compensated, there will be terrible ecological imbalances. In such an event, the amount of oxygen in the atmosphere will fall to very low levels, and the Earth's temperature will rise, as a result of which the ice caps will melt. Therefore, some low-lying regions will be flooded, while others will turn into deserts, and all life on Earth will be endangered. Yet that will not be the case, because carbon dioxide is constantly consumed and oxygen released in the process of photosynthesis carried out by plants and micro-organisms. Thus the equilibrium in nature can persist. While there has been a rise of 78 billion tons in carbon dioxide caused by fuels, the level remaining in the atmosphere is 42 billion tons. This excess CO2 is to a large extent cleaned up from the atmosphere by way of photosynthesis and the oceans.
The Earth's temperature is fixed within a specific range. Wide temperature fluctuations do not occur, because green plants also ensure temperature balance.
Photosynthesis ensures the continuity of these balances, which are of such vital importance for life on Earth. Also, there is no other mechanism for the preservation of the level of oxygen in the atmosphere.
In conclusion, it is clear what a great miracle photosynthesis is, and how closely it impacts on our lives. This flawless system was discovered only in the last century. Studying those phases of this mechanism, full of astonishing miracles that have only recently been understood, will increase our appreciation for the infinite knowledge of Allah.
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2014 Ford Explorer: New Car Review
The 2014 Ford Explorer is a far cry from the original, rough-and-ready Explorer SUV. Whereas the old Explorer rode atop a truck-based body-on-frame platform, the new model uses unit-body construction that's lighter and more carlike. The old-school engines are also long gone, replaced by state-of-the-art powerplants with such features as gasoline direct injection and turbocharging. About the only thing the new Explorer concedes to the previous truck-based design is towing ability, which drops from 7,000 to 5,000 pounds.
Relative to current rivals, the Explorer stands apart with its smooth ride, sleek design and high-quality interior with cutting-edge technology. The 7-passenger SUV might not be as roomy as a minivan or even some slightly larger competitors from GM. But there's no doubt the reinvented Explorer is one of the best of its breed.
What's New for 2014?
The Explorer receives only minor equipment updates for 2014, including standard automatic headlights and trailer sway control across the lineup.
What We Like
Good fuel economy with 4-cylinder EcoBoost; luxurious, high-tech interior; smooth and quiet ride; awesome 6-cylinder EcoBoost power
What We Don't
Snug third-row seat; narrow side windows; limited towing ability; all-wheel drive not available with 4-cylinder EcoBoost
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Fuel Economy
The standard Explorer engine is a 3.5-liter V6 rated at 290 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque. Environmental Protection Agency fuel economy estimates stand at 17 miles per gallon city/24 mpg hwy (front-wheel drive) and 17 mpg city/23 mpg hwy (all-wheel drive).
There are also two EcoBoost turbocharged engines available. The 2.0-liter 4-cylinder EcoBoost is rated at 240 hp and 270 lb-ft, and it's offered only with front-wheel drive. Fuel economy is an impressive 20 mpg city/28 mpg hwy. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost twin-turbo V6, offered only with all-wheel drive, is rated at 365 hp and 350 lb-ft, but fuel economy drops to 16 mpg city/22 mpg hwy.
All three engines are paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, though the EcoBoost V6 gets shift paddles on the steering wheel for manual control.
Standard Features & Options
The Explorer is offered in base, XLT, Limited and Sport trim levels.
The base Explorer ($30,495) starts with 17-inch steel wheels, automatic headlights, LED taillights, trailer sway control, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, a 6-way power driver seat and a 6-speaker CD audio system with an auxiliary audio jack.
The XLT ($33,495) adds features such as 18-in alloy wheels, fog lights, upgraded brake calipers, heated mirrors with integrated turn signals, the Sync voice-command system with Bluetooth and USB connectivity, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with auxiliary controls, rear parking sensors and satellite radio.
The Limited ($38,995) tacks on 20-in alloy wheels, power-folding mirrors with memory, keyless entry/ignition, the MyFord Touch infotainment system with a touchscreen and a configurable gauge cluster, leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, a rearview camera and a 12-speaker Sony audio system.
Note that all-wheel drive is a $2,000 option on base, XLT and Limited, while the 4-cylinder EcoBoost engine is a $995 option on all front-wheel-drive Explorer models.
The all-wheel-drive-only Sport ($41,675) comes standard with all-wheel drive and the exclusive twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6, and it also features unique 20-in wheels, a blacked-out exterior styling treatment, a sport-tuned suspension and sport front seats.
The 2014 Ford Explorer is equipped with airbags all around, including front, front side impact, front knee and side curtains covering all three rows. Optional starting with the XLT trim are inflatable rear-seat outboard seat belts to cushion occupants from injury in an accident; they're compatible with child safety seats.
Standard safety equipment includes anti-lock disc brakes, stability control, trailer sway control and Hill Start Assist, which keeps the vehicle from rolling backward when stopped on a steep incline.
The 2014 Explorer received a perfect 5-star rating in government crash tests, including five stars for both front and side impacts.
Behind the Wheel
By 3-row crossover standards, the Explorer feels solid and connected to the road. Steering is firm and accurate, and the vehicle handles curves reasonably well. From the driver's seat, however, the Explorer feels even larger than it is; that's due in part to the narrow side glass and the thick front and rear pillars, which impede visibility. You'll love the smooth, quiet ride, though.
The standard V6 engine has no problem moving the Explorer, with good low-end power and a transmission that responds quickly when more power is demanded. Fuel economy can be disappointing, however. The 2.0-liter EcoBoost rectifies the fuel-economy problem, but it's a bit slow for this class, even though its healthy torque output masks this in normal driving. Naturally, our favorite is the Sport's 365-hp twin-turbo V6, but its fuel economy is the worst of the three, and not everyone wants to spend north of $40,000 on a family vehicle.
Other Cars to Consider
Chevrolet Traverse -- The Traverse has more front legroom and more cargo space behind its third-row seat, but its infotainment options are not as robust.
Dodge Durango -- The Durango offers roughly the same interior space as the Explorer, along with more towing capacity.
Hyundai Santa Fe -- The redesigned 3-row Santa Fe, which replaces the Veracruz, offers competitive space and features for less coin.
AutoTrader's Advice
The XLT trim offers the best value of the bunch. We recommend the fuel-efficient 4-cylinder EcoBoost if you don't need all-wheel drive. If you do, the standard V6 will get the job done.


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At a recent get-together, I overheard a few friends talking about their weight loss woes. One said, "My problem is I have a gym membership and I never use it." The other laughingly replied, "I work out every morning, but I can't seem to lay off the ice cream at night."
The conversation reminded me of talks I've had with clients who were convinced that if they could just change one habit, they'd be sitting across from me in very different bodies. And while it's true that a small change can snowball into big results over time, some of the factors that get blamed as "the one thing" that's preventing success wind up not being the real culprits.
Here are four falsehoods I hear often, and why getting past them can finally lead to lasting weight loss.
|'It's All About Exercise'
I'm a huge proponent of fitness. In addition to knocking down the risk of numerous diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, exercise reduce stress, improves sleep and mood, and helps build metabolism-boosting muscle.
But, if you aren't ready to become active, you can't exercise for some reason, or you don't get to the gym regularly, you can absolutely without a doubt still lose weight. In fact, a new study found that people who believe that diet is the primary cause of obesity weigh less than those who attribute weight troubles to a lack of exercise. Also some research shows that exercise may trigger you to unknowingly eat more, thus canceling out its weight loss effects.
And on a day-to-day basis, the results you'll get by subtly tweaking your meals generally require a lot less effort. For example, ordering your burrito "naked" (in a bowl rather than wrapped up in a flour tortilla) saves nearly 300 calories. To cancel that amount through exercise, you'd have to clock over 35 minutes on the elliptical.
|'If I Could Just Stop Eating (Fill in the Blank)'
While I would never advise a client to eat ice cream daily, the truth is there is no food on the planet that is inherently fattening.
Whether a food gets burned off or socked away in your fat cells ultimately comes down to how you eat it, and how much you consume. How much is pretty self explanatory–downing an entire pint of Chunky Monkey will obviously impact the scale far more than a few spoonfuls. But how you eat has to do with timing and combinations.
Eating ice cream (which is high in both saturated fat and sugar), just an hour or so after chowing a bowl of mac n' cheese for dinner (also high in saturated fat and carbs) will create far more of a fat cell feeding surplus than enjoying it after a meal of baked cod and roasted veggies. In other words, it's all about the big picture–much like a budget, you can splurge a little, if you scrimp and save elsewhere.
So if you can't or don't want to stop eating (fill in the blank), focus on changing how you eat it to create some balance. This kind of give-and-take can get the scale moving again, and help you feel a whole lot better, both mentally and physically.
|'It's In My Genes'
There is no denying that there is a hereditary component to obesity, but I've helped people from heavy families lose 100 pounds, and I've worked with obese teens of overweight parents, who grew up to become normal weight adults. So even if you feel like just looking at a cookie makes you gain a pound, focus on what you can control.
One recent study found that in people with "fat genes," being physically active slashed the risk of obesity by 40 percent. Another study in over 1,000 pairs of twins found that the link between genetics and weight was twice as strong for siblings who slept less than seven hours a night, as opposed to those who got a solid nine or more.
Bottom line: regardless of your genetic lot, your daily habits wield a great deal of influence over your weight.
|'If I was younger…'
While it's true that your metabolism loses steam as you "mature" (a 5-10 percent decline per decade starting at age 25), being older than a millennial is no reason to give up on weight loss.
One study, which tracked the habits of women between the ages 50 and 75, found that not only were they able to lose weight, but their success had far more to do with their daily habits than the decade in which they were born. Those who kept food diaries lost about six more pounds than those who didn't; the women who ate at least three times a day shed more than those who skipped meals; and those who ate lunch away from home at least once a week lost five fewer pounds, compared with those who dined out less often.
Weight and age are both just numbers–what matters far more to how you look and feel is how you live each day.
What's your take on this topic? Are any of your beliefs about weight holding you back?
Cynthia Sass is a registered dietitian with master's degrees in both nutrition science and public health. Frequently seen on national TV, she's Health's contributing nutrition editor, and privately counsels clients in New York, Los Angeles, and long distance. Cynthia is currently the sports nutrition consultant to the New York Rangers NHL team and the Tampa Bay Rays MLB team, and is board certified as a specialist in sports dietetics. Her latest New York Times best seller is S.A.S.S! Yourself Slim: Conquer Cravings, Drop Pounds and Lose Inches. Connect with Cynthia on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.


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As Professional Roofing has reported, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding worker exposure to silica.
The proposed rule would require employers to conduct air monitoring in work areas where there is reason to suspect silica exposure may exceed 25 micrograms per cubic meter of air as an eight-hour, time-weighted average. If exposures exceed the permissible exposure limit of 50 micrograms per cubic meter of air, employers are required to use engineering controls and work practices to reduce the exposures unless using these controls is infeasible or creates greater hazards.
NRCA has been working to gather data, share information and encourage members to contact their congressional representatives. In a letter to members, NRCA Executive Vice President Bill Good outlines the effects of the proposed rule and ways the roofing industry and NRCA can work together to provide OSHA with more reliable data. Members can view the letter at www.nrca.net/roofing/1013-silica-letter.
NRCA recently issued another important members-only informational document: A Roofing Contractor's Guide to the Affordable Care Act. Written by Atlanta-based law firm Hendrick, Phillips, Salzman & Flatt, the comprehensive document provides invaluable information about the new health care law, as well as examples members can apply to their businesses. The document can be found online in the Members Only and Safety and Insurance sections of NRCA's website, www.nrca.net. Nonmembers can purchase the document for $55 in the NRCA Bookstore, shop.nrca.net.