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PARIS (AP) -- A storm is brewing in Europe over how little Internet powerhouses like Google and Amazon are paying in tax.
Governments, hungry for money to prop up their struggling economies, are accusing the technology giants of incorporating themselves up in low-tax countries so they can avoid paying hundreds of millions of dollars to countries such as Germany, Britain and France — where most of their European income is derived.
In Britain on Monday, a lawmaker pushing to tighten laws said the multinationals' ability to escape corporate taxes "is outrageous and an insult to British businesses and individuals who pay their fair share."
According to court documents, French authorities raided Google's offices in Paris over the summer and seized documents in a tax dispute. More recently, according to a published report, the French government presented Google with a €1.7 billion ($2.18 billion) tax bill; Amazon acknowledged one for $252 million. Facebook is also in the line of fire.
In Italy, the undersecretary of the Economy Ministry revealed during questioning in parliament on Wednesday that the tax police inspected Google's books, adding that it found millions in undeclared income and unpaid sales tax.
The politicians are cracking down on U.S.-based multinational companies such as Google, Apple, Facebook and Amazon, claiming they pay paying little or no tax in Europe in spite of generating billions in revenue there.
But there is nothing illegal to the multinationals' actions. Thanks to the way the European Union is run, companies operating in Europe can base themselves in any of the 27 member countries, allowing them to take advantage of a particular country's low tax rates.
By setting up overseas headquarters in low-tax jurisdictions such as Ireland or Luxembourg and shifting the profits out of the countries they've done business in, the online companies have managed to keep down both sales taxes and corporate income taxes on their overseas income.
Google's British chief, Matt Brittin, said last week that the company "plays by the rules set by politicians."
"The only people who really have choices are politicians who set the tax rates," he told the U.K's Channel 4 News.
The fact that the methods are legal hasn't stopped resentment brewing among governments, other brick-and-mortar businesses, and households feeling ever higher tax burdens.
The British Parliament's public accounts committee said Amazon, by accounting for the profits made in the U.K. elsewhere in the EU, paid 1.8 million pounds ($2.9 million) in British tax in 2011, on revenue of 207 million pounds. In Italy, the government said tax police determined Google had undeclared earnings of €240 million ($311 million) from 2002-2006 and had not paid value added tax of €96 million in the period.
Philippe Marini, the French senator who leads the country's finance commission, estimated France is missing out on some €1.3 billion in taxes from Google, Apple, Facebook and Amazon. And, Marini noted, that amount would pale in comparison to what they likely owe Germany and Britain where sales figures are even higher.
"A bakery across the street is easier to control," Marini said. "And households can't relocate to Ireland just like that."
The companies say they comply with the law and are cooperative in countries where they operate, but do not elaborate. Even people critical of their tactics say ultimately the job of an accountant is to keep a client's tax bill as low as possible. The companies also stress that they do pay some taxes - contributions to their employees' social security, for example.
France, however, is going after the tech companies aggressively: On June 30, tax authorities raided Google's Paris offices, according to court documents posted online after Google contested the seizure of its files. The tech giant has denied receiving a €1.7 billion bill from the French government and says it pays all legally required taxes.
Taxes fall under French privacy law, so specific amounts are not made public. But the raid on Google's Paris offices is a sign the French government believes the tech company has more than just incidental support staff in the French capital. France's budget minister, Jerome Cahuzac, said "a certain search engine needs to regularize its situation in France".
Facebook, Amazon and Apple have come under similar French scrutiny, according to published reports and public filings. Marini said French law is lagging behind, but hopes to catch up. Tech companies differ from, say, a grocery store in that their product is stored on servers and not on a shelf. And unlike a family, the companies can essentially locate — and re-locate — anywhere.
Both Amazon and Google are contesting the French actions, though Cahuzac said he's confident the government will win in court.
Britain and Germany have joined France in aggressively targeting the tech giants and, officials say, are coordinating against what one official calls "stateless income."
The G-20 meeting in Mexico earlier this month showed a measure of international support for tightening the rules. The U.K. Treasury chief George Osborne and German finance minister Wolfgang Schaeuble called for a common front "to strengthen international standards for corporate tax regimes."
"Governments have to keep up in the race," said Marini, the French senator. "Companies have a much faster pace than either national or European law."
Helping the governments keep tabs on the tech multinationals is the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. Originally set up in 1948 with the aim of stimulating world trade, the OECD now is taking the lead role in fighting tax evasion, said Pascal Saint-Amans, director of the organization's Center for Tax Policy since February.
The OECD has established a locked database detailing some of the world's most sophisticated tax schemes to allow government tax authorities to privately share revenue-shifting schemes they encounter.
The main problem, for Saint-Amans, is that tax havens within Europe such as Ireland and Luxembourg ease the process that allows multinationals to send profits even further offshore to places like Bermuda. That makes it harder for the countries with the most staff and sales to track. Google, Apple, Microsoft and Facebook have international headquarters in Ireland; Amazon's international offices are in Luxembourg. But the biggest European markets for all those companies are Germany, France and Great Britain.
"At some point again you're back to the basics, which is where is the real activity? And that's something that we may have lost sight of," said Saint-Amans. "The low-tax regimes are more the consequence than the problem."
Saint-Amans, who previously worked on ending bank secrecy regulations, believes the problem of taxing "intangibles" can be similarly resolved in a year or two with a concerted effort from all the governments involved, including in the U.S. In the short-term, he said, the coordinated approach of France, Germany and Britain serves as a warning to multinationals trying to avoid taxes, as is the secure OECD database.
Governments, including in the U.S., have long tinkered with effective tax rates in order to attract and keep businesses. But there are signs of change even in the U.S., where all the major tech companies got their start.
"The ability not to pay tax on income that's booked offshore is now the single biggest corporate tax loophole in the code," said Reuven Avi-Yonah, an international tax expert at the University of Michigan who has testified before Congress.
The amounts booked offshore are considerable: For Apple, 61 percent of revenues come from outside the U.S. — and fully a quarter of that from Europe alone. "Apple doesn't have a single store in Ireland," Avi-Yonah said.
In a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Apple said it had set aside $713 million for its 2012 foreign tax bill on overseas pretax earnings of $36.8 billion — a provision of almost 2 percent of what it made.
Google's overseas revenues accounted for 54 percent of its total, including more than 10 percent in Britain alone. Meanwhile Google is tackling government action on another front. German politicians are considering imposing a so-called Google Tax — a levy that would require search engines to pay each time they link to media content like newspaper articles or photographs.
According to a Senate committee memo from September, Microsoft used aggressive asset shifting to avoid $4.5 billion in American taxes from 2009 to 2011.
Avi-Yonah estimated the effective tax rate on overseas income at around 2 or 3 percent for multinational tech companies: Both in the U.S. and abroad, he said, "there's a general sense that these companies pay too little and don't really contribute their fair share."


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One of the wildest shows on television, "Shameless," returns tonight for season three on Showtime with more hilarity and drama with the Gallagher clan. William H. Macy plays Frank Gallagher, the drunken excuse for a father, while the lovely Emmy Rossum plays Fiona, the eldest child who does all she can to keep the large Irish family together. But she's young herself, and she's having her share of wild times as well. Her nude scenes on this show created quite a sensation.
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Two British newspapers say Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood has married his fiancee Sally Humphreys at a ceremony at London's Dorchester Hotel.
The Sun and the Daily Mirror carried photographs of the 65-year-old rocker with a pale boutonniere and a dark blue suit, and his 34-year-old bride in a traditional white gown and a clutch of matching white flowers.
The Sun quoted Wood as saying "I'm feeling great" as he and his bride kissed and posed for pictures outside the exclusive hotel in London's upscale Mayfair district.
The newspapers said the guests included singer Rod Steward and his wife Penny Lancaster as well as ex-Beatle Paul McCartney and his wife Nancy Shevell.
A call and an email to Wood's U.S.-based agent weren't immediately returned Saturday.


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Welcome to this course on Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma.
In this course you will learn data analytics techniques that are typically useful within Lean Six Sigma improvement projects. At the end of this course you are able to analyse and interpret data gathered within such a project. You will be able to use Minitab to analyse the data. I will also briefly explain what Lean Six Sigma is.
I will emphasize on use of data analytics tools and the interpretation of the outcome. I will use many different examples from actual Lean Six Sigma projects to illustrate all tools. I will not discuss any mathematical background.
The setting we chose for our data example is a Lean Six Sigma improvement project. However data analytics tools are very widely applicable. So you will find that you will learn techniques that you can use in a broader setting apart from improvement projects.
I hope that you enjoy this course and good luck!
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Barbara, a courageous woman at the great "Winos And Foodies" blog from New Zealand has organized an event called "A Taste Of Yellow" (see infos) in order to support LiveSTRONG Day which will occur on May the 16th 2007.
She is asking all (food)bloggers to take part in the round-up by making a dish that should contain some yellow (banana, cheese, saffron, etc...). Closing day was the 7th of May, but I guess that if you ask her politely, she will accept your recipe even if you send it two or three days later (Email your entries to her at atasteofyellowATgmailDOTcom)...
For my participation, I want to share with you an idea of dessert that came to mind after finding myself with leftovers when I made my very special "Tiramisù Mousse & Lemon Curd Tart".
Those "Tiramisù Mousse & Lemon Curd Verrines" (see infos on "Verrines") are fabulous, deliciously lemony and ideally creamy! The incredible union of the mascarpone mousse and of the lemon curd is terrific as the more sweet and round aspect of the first balances the acidulated side of the latter in a way that your tastebuds will never forget!!!
Dreamlike and irresistible...
~ Tiramisù Mousse & Lemon Curd Verrines ~
Recipe by Rosa @ Rosa's Yummy Yums
Makes about 8-10 verrines.
1 Quantity Lemon curd (see recipe)
1 Quantity Mascarpone mousse (see recipe)
1. Once the "Mascapone Mousse" and the "Lemon Curd" have been made, assemble the verrines by firstly scooping the "Lemon Curd"at the bottom of the glass and then, by pipping the "Mascarpone Mousse" on top.
2. Place in the refrigerator and leave for about 1 hour.
3. Serve cool.
The "Lemon Curd" can be made up till two days ahead, but the "Mascarpone Mousse" should be made the same day.
You can assemble the verrines a few hours (1-6 hours) before serving.
Serving suggestions:
You can serve those verrines for dessert or for afternoon tea with a few berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc...).


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The debt crisis in Europe got under way in small, heavily indebted countries like Greece and Ireland, but these days it's also being felt in the wealthy heartland.
The Dutch government says the country probably slipped into a recession at the end of this year, and like other countries, it's having to consider budget cuts.
With a population of just 16 million, the Netherlands is one of the most vital economies in the West. It has low unemployment, a high savings rate and a strong export base, in addition to world-class companies like Phillips and Unilever. But these days, the mood in the country is gloomy.
At rush hour on a weekday in the Amsterdam central train station, it isn't hard to find people who are worried about losing their jobs — like Ada Beukelman.
"Now many companies are letting go of people because there is no employment anymore, because there's no finance, and I think of the number of unemployed people is increasing," Beukelman says. "I've seen that in my own company."
Or another man, Peter, who didn't want his last name used because he works for the government and doesn't want to jeopardize his job.
"People are waiting for what's coming," he says. "It's difficult to buy new houses, to get new jobs, so it's affecting everyone."
World Trade Worries
Unemployment was very much on the mind of Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte last month when he paid a call on President Obama at the White House to discuss a familiar subject.
The Dutch economy is a small economy and it's extremely reliant on world trade. ... We are going up and down with the tides in world trade.
"I came to the United States basically to discuss three issues: jobs, jobs and jobs," Rutte said to Obama. "These are the main issues at the moment."
Simply put, the Netherlands is feeling the brunt of the debt troubles plaguing Europe.
"The economic forecasts are deteriorating a lot, and this has everything to do with the euro crisis," says Bas Jacobs, an economist at Erasmus University Rotterdam.
Jacobs says most of Dutch trade is with other European countries, and as they head into a recession, the Netherlands will follow.
"The Dutch economy is a small economy and it's extremely reliant on world trade. We cannot, like the U.S., largely control our own economic destiny. We are going up and down with the tides in world trade," Jacobs says.
The unemployment rate is still just 5.8 percent, but it's rising fast. With the economy slowing, Holland's small budget deficit is widening and Rutte's government is pushing through tax hikes and cuts in areas like education and transportation.
Fear Of A Housing Crisis
There's been talk of reducing the lavish tax deductions that the government allows on mortgage interest. The Dutch are a thrifty people, but they have amassed some of the highest levels of mortgage debt in Europe.
Hans de la Porte, a spokesman for the homeowners' lobby, concedes that the deductions encouraged people to buy houses they couldn't afford. "We've had this belief that housing prices can only go up. We've [forgotten] that anything that goes up can go down," he says.
That's a big risk for the banks, he adds. They're saddled with big mortgage debts that could sour if the recession lasts too long — a problem that should sound all too familiar to Americans. But de la Porte says cutting the deduction now would be the wrong thing to do.
"If you do away with it altogether at once, then you have the biggest economic crisis and crash that you can ever imagine," he says.
Mortgage interest isn't the only issue on the table. Some politicians want to cut the country's generous foreign aid budget. One government official has proposed scaling back unemployment benefits for people who refuse to move for a job.
But for Bas Jacobs it's unclear whether any of this will be enough because the future is so murky. "Everything is now critically determined by the question [of] whether our leaders are able to devise plans to stop this euro crisis or not, and things are rather scary at the moment, I must admit," Jacobs says.
The Netherlands is a country that consistently punches above its weight economically. But the truth is that as the debt crisis drags on, its fate is very much outside its hands.
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The Afghan and U.S. governments have finalized a strategic partnership deal. It took more than a year of negotiations, including plenty of ups and downs between Kabul and Washington. Details have not been released, including how many American troops and Special Forces might be left behind after 2014, but both governments hope the agreement will put to rest doubts about a long term American commitment to support Afghanistan, doubts that some say have been undermining stability in that country. Here to tell us more is NPR's Kabul bureau chief Quil Lawrence.
And, Quil, how big of a deal is this agreement?
QUIL LAWRENCE, BYLINE: It's pretty big. Ever since President Obama announced, last summer, that American troops were indeed drawing down, Afghans have been asking in a very loud voice, is this going to be a repeat of 1991, when they feel the international community abandoned them after the Soviets left. There was a terrible civil war here, the rise of the Taliban. This agreement is supposed to answer that question with a resounding no. The U.S. is not going to abandon Afghanistan again. We're going to be here to support them for many years to come.
MONTAGNE: Now, the big stumbling blocks to an agreement were night-time raids by U.S. special forces, which the Afghanistan government is very much against, and also control over prisons, which the Afghan governments wants to have. Were these resolved in the agreement?
LAWRENCE: Those two thorny issues were taken out and resolved in separate memorandums of understanding with, essentially, the goal of decoupling them from this larger deal. They didn't want them to hold up the larger deal.
That said, it still wasn't easy to make this large deal. There were huge lulls in the negotiation, with each side blaming the other. President Karzai was occasionally lashing out at the U.S. and demanded, for example, at one point that the prisons be turned over to Afghan control within 30 days. Some of this may have been posturing. Some of it may have been President Karzai's reported erratic temper.
And of course, there were errors on the U.S. side as well. We hardly need to recount them - Qurans that were accidentally burned at a U.S. base, massacre of civilians in the south of the country, photos of U.S. servicemen desecrating bodies. So it is a huge sigh of relief that they managed to get to this deal.
MONTAGNE: And just a week ago, you were speaking, on this program, about a major attack that was underway, at that moment, in the city of Kabul. It took Afghan security forces 18 hours to resolve it. But still, they did. I mean, is this, in balance, a positive or negative suggesting they're ready to take over?
LAWRENCE: Well, I was just at a briefing with NATO military officials, and they say that Afghan forces are growing in number, increasingly taking the lead. And they point to last week's attack as an aberration. They say it was the first high profile attack in the capital for seven months. And they said that Afghan troops will fill the gaps left as American forces draw down.
But huge questions remain about their logistic ability, their lift capacity, they helicopters. They don't have medevac. They don't air support - a lot of things American troops enjoy.
And even bigger questions remain about the political leadership and what they might be ordering that army to do. There are still serious ethnic divisions in this country and concerns about a repeat of the civil war in 1991. Well, all of those actors from 1991 are still here. And the question will be whether they'll be able to come to a political agreement that will allow this more capable Afghan force to be a force of stability instead of a force for division in the country.
MONTAGNE: We've been speaking with NPR News's Quil Lawrence in Kabul. Thanks very much.
LAWRENCE: Thank you, Renee.
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Online prenatal yoga class in Orange City
#1 Best Prenatal Yoga Orange City, Florida, FL
Prenatal yoga is a marvelous way to keep up pregnancy wellness through yoga. It's a activity that not only strengthens the body but also provides mental calmness and emotional balance.
Also known as pregnancy yoga, prenatal exercise routines are designed to support expecting mothers throughout their journey to motherhood. This practice combines the physical postures of yoga with breath control and relaxation techniques tailored to the unique needs of pregnant women.
The Benefits of Prenatal Yoga for Expectant Mothers
Prenatal yoga is not just about maintaining fitness; it's a holistic approach to prepare expectant mothers bodies and minds for childbirth.
Pregnancy yoga offers a number of benefits, such as improved flexibility, strength, and balance, which can be particularly helpful as a woman's body undergoes noteworthy changes during pregnancy. In addition, it provides a supportive and nurturing environment for expectant mothers to connect with their bodies, their growing babies, and other women experiencing similar life transitions.
Beyond the physical benefits, pregnancy yoga also helps reduce stress, alleviate common discomforts associated with pregnancy, and prepare women for labor and childbirth, making it a valuable activity for promoting both physical and emotional wellfare during this noteworthy time.
Here are some key benefits:
- Physical Wellness: Alleviates common pregnancy discomforts like back pain and sickness.
- Mental Peace: Provides a tranquil space for mothers-to-be to relax and destress.
- Yoga for Childbirth Preparation: Prepares the body for childbirth, promoting smoother delivery.
Skilled Pregnany Yoga Teachers In Orange City
Orange City's prenatal yoga scene is enriched by skilled instructors who bring diverse styles and philosophies to their teaching. Their classes are tailored to all experience levels and pregnancy stages, ensuring a safe and beneficial practice for every expectant mother.
Pregnancy Yoga Poses And Routines For Expectant Mothers
Here are some prenatal yoga poses and prenatal relaxation techniques tailored for beginners:
- Cat-Cow Pose: Enhances spine flexibility.
- Butterfly Pose: Eases hip and lower back tension.
- Child's Pose: Offers relaxation and gentle stretch.
Example Routine For First Trimester
- Start with gentle stretching during pregnancy and breathing techniques for pregnancy.
- Focus on poses that promote relaxation and ease sickness.
As your pregnancy progresses, you can gradually introduce more advanced poses to your yoga routine. These poses are tailored to provide comfort and support as your body changes.
Second And Third Trimester Poses
- Warrior Pose: Strengthens legs and improves balance.
- Wide Knee Child's Pose: Offers a gentle stretch to the hips.
- Yoga Squat: Pelvic floor exercises during pregnancy helps to open the pelvis.
In addition to prenatal yoga, other forms of gentle exercise and relaxation techniques can be beneficial. Walking, swimming, and meditation are excellent ways to complement your gentle yoga for pregnancy, prenatal yoga routine, enhancing both physical and mental health.
Top Prenatal Yoga Studio Orange City, Florida, FL
Orange City, offers a nurturing community for expectant mothers. From specialized yoga studios to wellness services and online classes, Orange City provides a supportive environment for a healthy and joyful pregnancy journey.
Stay connected with your body and baby through the noteworthy journey of pregnancy with the resources and information discussed in this website. Embrace the strength and serenity offered by prenatal yoga in Orange City, FL, and enjoy a fulfilling prenatal yoga experience.
How To Choose The Right Prenatal Yoga Class Orange City, Florida, FL
Choosing the right prenatal yoga class involves considering factors like the instructor's experience, class size, and the studio's atmosphere. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect class:
- Instructor's Qualification: Ensure prenatal yoga instructors are certified and experienced in teaching prenatal yoga.
- Class Size: Smaller classes allow for more personalized attention.
- Studio Environment: Look for a warm and welcoming environment that makes you feel comfortable.
Prenatal yoga in Orange City offers a special opportunity for expectant mothers to maintain their health and well-being. With various options available, it's important to choose a class that aligns with your needs and comfort level. Remember, maternity yoga is not just about staying fit; it's about nurturing your body and mind for the journey ahead and bonding with your baby through yoga.
Stay tuned for more insights and resources on prenatal yoga in Orange City, and remember to check out the recommended studios and classes mentioned earlier to begin your prenatal yoga journey.
What Is Pregnancy Yoga?
Pregnancy Yoga involves gentle excercise routines that specialize in strength, flexibility, and breathing to prepare for childbirth. It's tailored to the needs of expectant mothers and their growing bodies.
When Should I Start Maternity Yoga?
You can start maternity yoga at any time of your pregnancy, but it's always best to consult with your doctor before starting any new exercise routine during pregnancy.
Can Pregnancy Yoga Help In Easier Labor And Delivery?
While every birth experience is different, many expectant mothers find that the breathing techniques and mental focus gained from pregnancy yoga can be helpful during labor and delivery.
Is Prenatal Yoga Safe For All Trimesters?
Yes, most pregnancy yoga classes are tailored to be safe for all trimesters. However, always consult with your doctor before starting any new safe yoga during pregnancy exercise regimen.
How Often Should I Practice Maternity Yoga?
The frequency of excercise can vary depending on your physical condition and your health care providers advice. Generally, practicing 2-3 times a week can be beneficial.


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Caring for the Mother: Physically and Emotionally
Postpartum care for the mother
After delivering her baby, a mother will continue to be monitored and receive pain relief, if needed. A mother and baby usually remain at the hospital for a couple of days to recover.
What does recovering from childbirth involve?
As the mother recovers, the following symptoms are not uncommon:
Bloody vaginal discharge that changes to brown, then whitish over the next few weeks after delivery
A tender vaginal area
Painful contractions that may continue after delivery (as the uterus returns to its original size)
Breast engorgement (as milk production begins)
Fatigue and soreness are common in the first few weeks
It is generally recommended that all new mothers schedule an appointment with their health care provider six weeks after delivery to ensure proper healing.
The first few weeks as a mother
During the first few weeks, a mother needs to take good care of herself to rebuild her strength. Taking the following steps can help:
Take naps when the baby naps, to compensate for lost sleep at night from getting up to feed the baby.
Wear a supportive bra. Cold packs may help relieve breast engorgement and swelling. Warm compresses can be used to help stimulate the letdown of milk (a reflex that triggers the release of breast milk). If a mother chooses not to breastfeed, ice packs and binding the breasts will help alleviate engorgement in a couple of days.
If stitches were necessary during a vaginal delivery, taking warm, shallow baths (sitz baths) twice a day may relieve soreness and speed healing.
After a cesarean section, the mother should keep the incision clean and dry.
What are the "baby blues?"
It is not uncommon for women to experience the "baby blues" during the first days or weeks after delivery (most commonly seen occurring suddenly on the third or fourth day after delivery). The "baby blues" are characterized by the following symptoms, although each woman may experience symptoms differently:
Feelings of disappointment
Crying with no known reason
It is common for these "baby blues" feelings to go away soon after onset and, in most cases, without treatment. These symptoms may also be present in postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is a more severe form of baby blues. Women with postpartum depression may have trouble coping with their daily tasks.
What is postpartum depression?
Much more serious and lasting than the "baby blues," some women experience what is clinically referred to as postpartum depression. The following are the most common symptoms of postpartum depression. However, each woman experiences these symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
Fatigue or exhaustion
Poor concentration
A fear of harming the newborn or yourself
Mood swings characterized by exaggerated highs and/or lows
Diminished libido (sex drive)
Feelings of guilt
Low self-esteem
Uncontrolled crying and with no known cause
Overconcern/overattentiveness for the newborn and/or a lack of interest for the newborn
Appetite changes
Sleep disturbances
Memory loss
Feelings of isolation
What causes postpartum depression?
While the exact cause for postpartum depression is unknown, it is likely that a number of different factors, such as the following, are involved:
The changing of roles (as a spouse and new parent)
Hormonal changes during and after delivery
Personal or family history of mental illness, particularly postpartum depression
Marital strife
How is postpartum depression diagnosed?
Typical diagnostic procedures for postpartum depression include a complete medical history, physical exam and/or psychiatric evaluation. In some cases, a thyroid screening may be done to detect any hormonal or metabolic abnormalities or conditions that may serve as an underlying cause.
Treatment for postpartum depression:
It is important to note that most women who experience the "baby blues," postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and/or postpartum obsessive-compulsive disorder have never experienced these types of symptoms before, especially with such intensity. In any case, it is important for women to seek proper treatment early - not only to ensure that the newborn remains safe and properly cared for, but also so that the mother can resolve these symptoms and experience all the joys of motherhood.
Specific treatment for postpartum depression will be determined by your physician based on:
Your age, overall health, and medical history
Severity and duration of the symptoms
Whether or not you are breastfeeding
Your tolerance for specific medications, procedures, or therapies
Your opinion or preference
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Monday, March 8, 2010
It's possible that this might be an ailment that's rife with Bernina owners. As soon as I bought my 1008, everyone was telling me how fantastic the Bernina feet were and how I had to buy this one and that one and this one . . . Also, my 1008 comes with one traditional Bernina foot (with the shaft attached, like the one above), but the other five included feet are snap-on. Many people were insistent that I'd want to replace those snap-ons with the traditional feet. ASAP. I was dubious, I confess. I've never bought an extra presser foot for a machine, and I didn't see any reason to start now.
And then I started sewing on the Bernina. And it's true, the traditional foot feels much sturdier and convenient to use. And then I ordered an invisible zipper foot (#35, for those in the know), and now I'm hooked. I put in an invisible zipper flawlessly yesterday! And so presser foot fever has begun.
I've since started making a list of the feet I want. I spent a blissful lunch hour at my Bernina dealer (side note: isn't it funny that they're called DEALERS? Because seriously, I'm addicted to what they're selling) going through the Feetures books. The Feetures books are a kind of controlled substance in themselves: three glorious, glossy binders full of feet and step-by-step illustrated directions for each technique you can use them for. Of course, in true dealer fashion, these books are also for sale, for what I hear is an outrageous price. Are you surprised that I want them desperately?
I'm going to start by replacing the four snap-ons that came with the machine (blindstitch, overlock, zipper, and buttonhole). But then the list just keeps going: edgestitch, straight stitch, walking foot, piping, ruffler. I want a jeans foot and I've never even made jeans! But who's to say I won't start if I don't have the perfect foot?!
And these things aren't exactly cheap. I could probably spend almost as much on feet as I did on the machine! Are there any fellow foot fetishists in the house? Which ones can you ABSOLUTELY NOT live without? Are there any that are worth passing on? Do share!
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oh gertie! would you believe that moments before i popped in to see if you had updated i was reading this article from threads magazine - http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8424/whats-your-favorite-non-standard-sewing-machine-foot
i love all my non-standard feet but what's really exciting to me at the moment is twin needles... oooooh!Feetures, hee. Count me in with the presser foot fans. I have mostly snap-ons for my Babylock, but fortunately the traditional feet for my Featherweight also fit this machine, happy days! I confess that I like my traditional zipper foot much better than the snap-on one that came with the machine ... was doing welting on a pillow yesterday, and the design of the snapper just doesn't let you get close enough, like the traditional zipper foot does.
Blind hem, walking foot, invisible zipper, and the overcasting foot are all must-haves. I also have the curvemaster foot--it's designed for quilting, but you can also use it to ease in sleeve caps and princess seams flawlessly.Yes and no. I machine is cheap (and will be replaced on day) so the feet that go with it are also cheap. That said I couldn't live without my walking foot or quilting feet. I also love my clear foot and my zipper foot. My buttonhole foot and I are not friends at all though so it stays in the drawer.
ReplyDeleteTwo years ago, I wanted a zipper foot for my 1222, so I posted on a Pfaff message board on where I could buy one. Remember, my machine is about 35 years old. Instead, I was *given* a complete set of feet for my machine, plus a couple extra. What I don't have that I still want is a ruffler. I can see making ruffles for my little girl's clothes would be soo much easier than all the gathering I have to do now. I actually have two rufflers, but they're for low shank machines and mine is a high shank. Must remember to put them on ebay one of these days.... They came with a yard sale Singer.
ReplyDeleteI too love feet. On my own blog I've been posting on how to use a vintage sewing machine on Tuesdays. I've prepared next week's post which starts my section on the feet. Amazingly, a lot of feet haven't changed since the treadle machine. I'll start with the narrow hemmer. Check it out if you like.
ReplyDeleteThere's just one foot that I use 98% of the time, and that's my rickety all-purpose click-on foot, that came with the machine. I had an invisible zipperfoot, but it got lost during a move and it turns out that my allpurpose foot has a better grip anyway and my fingers can open the zipper just as well as the invisable zipper foot. That said, today I bought a teflon foot for some faux-leather I'm hoping to turn into a raincoat. For me, with some improvision a good basic foot will perform most functions as well or better than specialty feet. .
ReplyDelete- AnonymousMarch 8, 2010 at 9:06 AM
I, too, am all about feet. My Brother takes snap-ons and also the old short-shank Singer feet, which are available in abundance. I think the edge-stitching foot, with the blade in the middle, is non-standard one I use most often. With this foot and an adjustable needle position, you get really perfect topstitching. I also love my cording foot, I think couching threads is a really nice decorative look and I have a 7-hole corder that lets me vary the look quite a bit. I love the ruffler for its terrifying mechanical quality, but I've yet to use it.
I have finally also learned to use my felling foot and narrow-hemming foot. The hemmer I use all the time, the feller when making shirts, although as it comes in different width varieties, if I get a larger one I might use it for jeans too.
Some feet you can use right away, some take (a lot of) practice. But they definitely extend the range of your sewing! I have 2 Bernina machines and most of the feet that are available for each one! When I got my first Bernina, a 1230, my DH bought all the feet for it as a Christmas gift. When I got the 200, I bought most of the feet. And I have the Feetures books as well. Do I qualify for a "foot fetish"? You betcha'!
ReplyDelete- AnonymousMarch 8, 2010 at 9:40 AM
One more foot lover over here. I bought my machine about a year ago and soon after discovered how many different feet are available. The look on my husband's face was so funny the day 4 arrived in the post and then I started listing all the feet I still wanted (needed) to get.
ReplyDelete The ruffler is not as useful as it appears at first. For someone who does adult garment sewing, it won't get much use. Buy it if you want it for household sewing (fastest dust ruffle ever!) or if you make a lot of little girl dresses.
Is a piping foot a significant improvement over using a narrow zipper foot for the same purpose?
The feet I love for my Viking are the hemmers (including an old Singer adjustable), the invisible zipper, the overcasting, the 1/4" piecing with guide (gets as much use on clothing as quilts). I have recently been informed that the blind hemmer can be used for edgestitching, so I'm going to try that out on the next pair of jeans. I've also got a couple of binders (adjustable new, and vintage 1/4") waiting to be tested.
Um, doesn't sound like it's exclusive to Bernina owners, does it?:-)i occasionally work in a costume shop for a dance company and we sew on bernina's. They are fantastic and i haven't yet congratulated you on the new addition to the sewing family. If you ever sew slippery or fussy stretch I highly recommend the walking foot. invisible zipper feet are great too. I actually have a (very) old singer that came with all its feet, rufflers and pleaters included and I have yet to try them out. It sounds so fun. Let us know how it goes. I also recommend using the machines button sewing feature which is great for buttons as well as snaps and hooks and eyes.
ReplyDeleteOh, from one Bernina footie to another: edgestitch. I use it for every. single. project. No joke. It's the one with the blade in the middle, and I use it for stitching in the ditch, understitching, edgestitching, etc etc.
Mine are the solid ones too, not the snap on, and I do love love love them. (I have the regular, zipper, invisible zipper, edgestitch, and darning/freehand embroidery foot. I use all of them)- AnonymousMarch 8, 2010 at 11:47 AM
I'd like a foot for rolled hems on sheer fabrics. One of the first pieces of advice a crafter gave me was to buy a foot for invisible zippers. I must admit, my zips are still not quite invisible...
ReplyDelete I have a Bernina and when I bought it, I was crazy for the feet. I bought quite a few. I absolutely knew that I could not live without the really expensive walking foot and so I bought it. I've used it only twice though. I also have the ruffle foot and I have to say I like it, but it doesn't come in as handy as I thought it would. I also have the invisible zipper foot and I like it but I've decided that I don't like invisible zips as much anymore since the last time was such a nightmare. I don't know. I like the feet options, but I almost get a better product if I hand sew a lot of things. I'm interested to see what other feet you try and whether or not they work for you!
ReplyDelete- MichelleMarch 8, 2010 at 1:34 PM
I have a Bernina I inherited from my mother. I do love the solid, sturdy feel of the feet. The walking foot is pricy, but really helpful for shifty fabrics. I use the #10 edgestitch foot a lot, like others here. It really helps improve topstitching and edgestitching. I also picked up a felling foot, but I haven't tried it out yet. I'd like to get a piping foot, as I find it hard to get close enough to the piping using the zipper foot.
ReplyDelete I love Bernina feet... so much nicer than the snap-ons on my old machine! I use the walking foot more than anything else - yes, it was expensive, but it cuts way down on the amount of shifting with slippery fabrics, and I like to use it whenever I fear something will develop bubbles. I love the regular zipper and invisible zipper foot. I bought the piping foot, but find that I use the zipper foot more often for those uses. I want to get a ruffler and the 1/4" foot. I don't really care for the blind hem foot, but I don't like how machine hems look, so maybe that's just me. Good luck - the feet are definitely an addiction!
ReplyDeleteI have to say, fascinating indeed... I've been satisfied with my snap-on regular #1 foot for my Bernina for so long, it never occurred to me that this could be unsturdy... But then again, it's just recently I've discovered feet possibility on the Internet (feet in general are very expensive at my local Bernina dealer). That said, I did invest in a invisible zipper foot #35 and USED to love it. Somehow I think there's differences between YKK and Opti zippers, because the YKK get stuck in my #35!! I don't know what I'm doing wrong, and all I can read about this foot is praise... It has made me using the buttonhole foot for invisible zippers instead. Any tips on this, oracle Gertie? Oh, I think I've even asked about this earlier also... a little desperate now, haha!
ReplyDeleteMy machine came with a wide range of feet, some of which I am only just getting to grips with now, after nearly ten years. My two favourite feet are the invisible zipper and the binder. I never have a problem with my zips and the binder foot makes for fast and perfect edges. I have started a love affair with a piping foot of late, but we're still in the getting to know each other phase.
ReplyDeleteFeet I own for my Bernina: 0 (better than 1 by a mile!), 1, 4 (zipper), 54 (teflon coated zipper), 5 (blindhem), 9 (quilting foot), 10 (edgestitch), 20 (open toe - came with my machine...), 37 (quarter inch foot), 35, 38 (uneven edge - awesome on quilt bindings or thick felled seams), walking foot, BSR.
I bought the 440 QE, so it came with some quilting feet (20, 37, walking foot, BSR).
I also have the felting attachment. Very fun.
Have fun shopping!!!Coming from a "dealer"...get the #10(edgestitch) and the walking foot early in the game. I like them all, but those 2 are my favorite. I have some posts on Colette patterns about a couple of feet, like #18(button sew on)- which is a dream for me and #5(blind hem)- which is standard issue, but not so great in the clip on version. The jeans foot #8, is great for what I refer to as hills and valleys, sewing over thick and thin. Make sure to pick up the ones in the red box.
ReplyDelete- AnonymousMarch 8, 2010 at 11:15 PM
Well I'm not in the know like you bernina peeps...but I absolutely adore my singer 403 and had to have all the vintage feet so I found the parts manual online so I can keep track of all the one's I've collected its like my sewing bible!! Feet are So Neat!!!
ReplyDelete The #37 (1/4 inch) foot is super handy even if you don't sew quilts. Think of it as Bernina's smallest open toe foot.
The edge stitch foot is also very good.
If you want to sew regular zippers, do replace the snap-on zipper foot with a solid shank one. It will make all the difference in the world.The ones I use most often after #1 are #57 - the 1/4" foot with guide - perfect for necklines, armholes, and other enclosed edges; #10 - the edgestitch foot - perfect for edgestitching, understitching, stitching in the ditch, etc; #35 - the invisible zipper foot; #4 - the regular zipper foot; #18 - the button sew-on foot (totally awesome for buttons with 2 or 4 holes); and the teflon straight stitch foot (I think #53). And the straight stitch throat plate is a must, in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteI think Bernina dealers should follow Apple's lead and call themselves 'Authorised Resellers' - reflects the cultish exclusivity of having presser feet that are incompatible with any other manufacturer!
I like my invisible zipper foot too. But the fact I need to always buy Bernina feet, and never a cheapie generic foot, is a bit annoying. I want a binding foot and a walking foot and and and...I have a Bernina 931 Record and 5 or 6 feet came with it when I purchased it 2nd hand. At the time I had no idea what any of the feet did other than the standard one, the zipper and the button hole. I've since realised that I have a darning foot and maybe a blind hem one. (I'm not at home so can't check the numbers.)
I like this website to research feet. If you select a foot there is a link on how to use it with pictures, etc.
http://www.sewingmachinesplus.com/sewing-feet.phpI feel like a commoner invited to a high society do with my common as muck Janome feet when everyone else has fancy Bernina ones!
My sewing machine came with at least five different feet, two of which I've never used. The button one is wonderful though, making buttonholes just the right size. I've just ordered an invisible zipper one to see whether it makes a difference, along with a piping one. I seem to manage quite well without, but I'm hoping it'll be like the up/down button, where I couldn't see what the fuss was about until I got one and now couldn't live without!I thought I add to the list of my essential feet.
#2 because I don't have a serger
#3 the buttonhole foot which I use to insert invisible zippers
#10 the edgestitch foot
the walking foot
Their books used to be sold by sections which you kept in a binder, they were expensive also but you could choose which sections were more important to you.- AnonymousMarch 9, 2010 at 9:35 AM
So glad you had success with the blind zipper foot!
I'm slowly adding feet to my collection too, but I'll add another vote for the edgestitch foot. It's amazing how easy it makes top stitching. And it works great for stitching in the ditch too. You'll love it!
Marlena Oh, yes, the Bernina #35 totally rocks, doesn't it? I had an invisible zipper foot on my previous machine, and thought it was just fine. BUT I HAD NO IDEA WHAT I WAS MISSING. The Bernina invisible zipper foot is so over-and-above incredible, I could just insert invisible zips all day long and admire how great they look!


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China's Li Na has won her second Grand Slam title in a women's singles victory over Slovakian Dominika Cibulkova at the Australian Open.
The New York Times reports from Melbourne:
"Cibulkova arrived at their matchup having defeated a series of favorites along the way. Cibulkova defeated the No. 16 (Carla Suarez Navarro), No. 3 (Maria Sharapova), No. 11 (Simona Halep) and No. 5 (Agnieszka Radwanska) seeds, in that order, to reach the final."
"On Saturday at Melbourne Park, though, Cibulkova ran into the one seed she would not topple with power groundstrokes. Li overcame a shaky first set to win easily, 7-6 (3), 6-0. It marked her second career Grand Slam title, after her French Open triumph in 2011, and it came despite a match-point saved here in the third round."
"Finally I got her [the Australian Open trophy]," Li was quoted by the BBC as saying. "The last two finals were very close.
"Now I have to thank my team. Thanks to my agent for making me rich, thanks a lot," Li joked.
"Li opened the final by breaking Cibulkova, holding, then getting a breakpoint chance in the third game. But Cibulkova held, and then broke back in the sixth game thanks to Li's consecutive double-faults. Li broke in the 11th game and had a set point serving for the set in the 12th, but lost three straight points to ensure it went to the tiebreaker."
"As Li began her roll in the second set, someone yelled — before Cibulkova served — 'C'mon Li Na, bagel her!'"
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"A half hour later she was holding up both thumbs to the crowd, and holding back tears as she hugged her Slovakian rival at the net. She went immediately to the side of the court to shake hands with her coach [Carlos] Rodriguez."
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Chad Billingsley (12-9, 3.10) vs. Brett Myers (6-10, 4.71).
COMMENTS: Having a four-game series roll over past the weekend into a late Monday game is like a bad hangover, particularly after getting drubbed in the first two games and then losing last night to a heartbreaking, walk-off, extra-inning homerun that included a closeup shot of Dodger "pitcher" Jason Johnson leaving the mound with an absolutely dispassionate and seemingly nonplussed visage. Did I mention the last two games have been on national television, allowing the entire country to see the Dodgers' flailing at the plate? Or that last night's come-from-ahead loss marked a return to .500 for both the Dodgers (65-65) and the Manny Ramirez era (11-11)? Or that Jonathan Broxton blew his second save in 12 chances since becoming the closer? Well, the good news is, this game is again against the Phillies and is again on national television (ESPN2). So our luck will surely change tonight. Right, Chad?


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What is an epidural corticosteroid injection?
In the simplest of terms, an epidural corticosteroid (steroid) injection is a way to deliver pain medicine quickly into the body with a syringe.
The medicine is injected into the epidural area. This is a fat-filled area that covers the spinal cord to protect it and the surrounding nerves from damage.
Sometimes pain relief is short term. Other times the benefits continue for some time.
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If you have intense, difficult-to-treat pain in your legs or arms from inflamed spinal nerves, then an epidural steroid injection might give you quick relief. Often, nerve passages from the spine to your arms or legs become narrowed, causing this pain. This narrowing can cause inflammation of the spinal nerves.
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Injected steroids reduce inflammation and opens up these passages to provides pain relief.
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Tips for preparation include the following:- An epidural steroid injection is generally an outpatient procedure. You may be asked to change into a surgical gown to make the injection process easier.
- You may want to ask for a mild sedative, but most people receive just local anesthetic.
- If you have diabetes, an allergy to contrast dye, or certain other medical conditions, you'll want to discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider before getting the procedure.
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As the last U.S. combat troops prepare to leave Iraq, the question of whether neighboring Iran will try to fill any vacuum looms large.
In an interview withThe Wall Street Journal, Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki says that as American soldiers depart, Iran is actually going to be less interested in meddling with his country's affairs and that he won't stand for such interference anyway.
"If the excuse [of Iran] was that the presence of U.S. troops on Iraqi soil posed a threat to [Iranian] national security, then this danger is over now," al-Maliki tells the Journal. "With it ends all thinking, calculations and possibilities for interference in Iraqi affairs under any other banner."
Al-Maliki also says:
"I'll confront the meddling of any country in the world. For me, Iraqi sovereignty is above all else. I am a friend to all countries. A friend of America; a friend of Russia; a friend of Iran; a friend of Turkey; and a friend of the Arabs, even those that insist on boycotting us. But what separates us is the interest of Iraq and its sovereignty. Here, relations come to an end. When relations with those countries clash with the sovereignty of Iraq, that's when relations come to an end."
The Iraqi leader is in Washington this week and is scheduled to meet with President Obama at the White House today. According to The Associated Press, "Monday's meeting ... is expected to focus heavily on how the U.S. and Iraq will continue to cooperate on security issues without the presence of American troops. Iraqi leaders have said they want U.S. military training help for their security forces but have been unable to agree on what type of help they'd like or what protections they would be willing to give American trainers."
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-- "Maliki Heads To U.S. For 'Post-War' Consultations." "Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki flew to Washington on Sunday for talks with President Obama aimed at cementing a new, postwar era in U.S.-Iraqi relations," The Washington Post writes. "The visit kicks off a week in which the administration will trumpet the imminent end of the war, and the fulfillment of Obama's election pledge to withdraw all U.S. forces from Iraq. With only 6,000 troops left in the country on Sunday — waiting their turn to board planes or drive south — the Iraq war is already effectively over."
-- "Detainee In Iraq Poses A Dilemma As U.S. Exit Nears." The New York Times looks at the case of Ali Musa Daqduq, "a Lebanese suspected of being a Hezbollah operative," who is the last detainee being held by the U.S. military in Iraq. The Obama administration is debating whether to turn him over to Iraqi authorities or take him out with the departing U.S. forces.
-- "U.S. Troops Leaving Iraq This Year; Obama Could Benefit Next Year."On Morning Edition, NPR's Ari Shapiro reported that according to pollsters at the Pew Research Center the withdrawal of U.S. forces is "unambiguously a [political] win for Obama" even if both the Bush and Obama administrations had a hand in it happening.
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A new version of the EURO-DNA-CALC has been released. The previous version (1.0) was described here.
Version 1.1 also uses deCODEme/23andMe data for an individual but outputs a maximum likelihood estimate of his admixture proportions from the three groups NW European, SE European, and Ashkenazi Jewish.
More comments on this dna-forums thread (registration required).
Below are the admixture estimates for Greg and Lily Mendel of 23andMe. An examination of the confidence intervals output by the program suggests that non-NW European admixture in Greg is a strong possibility, while Lily could conceivably have no non-NW European admixture. On the other hand, Lily's 10% Ashkenazi and only 1% SE European admixture imbalance is interesting. As with all genetic tools, the results should be interpreted in the light of other information about a person's ethnic origin and genealogy.


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American Staffordshire Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
In ancient times, Romans developed several breeds for the purpose of gladiator sports. Later, a descendent of these dogs, the bullenbeisser, was valued by butchers for its ability to control unruly cattle by catching and gripping bulls on their way to market. Butchers began to hold contests to see who had the best bull dogs, and the contests evolved into cruel bull baiting events that often lasted for hours.
The practice of bull baiting and other blood sports was outlawed in England around 1835. Owners of dogs instead staged clandestine events inside, where they couldn't be caught, and pitted one dog against another. Dog fighting favored a smaller, more agile dog, and the bull dogs were crossed with terriers to create the bull and terrier for that purpose.
The dogs gradually became to be known as pit bulldogs, then pit bulls.
Pit bulls came to America by the mid-1800s, where they were used for fighting as well as all-purpose farm dogs.
AKC would not register pit bulls because they felt to do so would be to endorse dog fighting.
The United Kennel Club was formed in 1898 to register pit bulls, which it continues to register now as American pit bull terriers. The UKC now registers many breeds.
The American Dog Breeder's Association was formed in 1909 to register only pit bulls.
In 1936, the AKC accepted pit bulls under the name Staffordshire terrier (changed to American Staffordshire terrier in 1972).
In the early 1900s, pit bulls became a symbol of American spirit. A pit bull named Stubby was a national war hero, and Petey of
Our Gang
was very popular.
In the 1980s pit bulls became popular as tough dogs, with people encouraging crosses to more aggressive breeds to create pit bull mixes for guarding and fighting. Pit bulls were associated with many dog attacks, some fatal, and have since then been the target of breed specific legislation.
Most pit bulls continue to live as peaceful family members. They are the most popular breed registered by the UKC, and overall, one of the most popular breeds in America.
American Staffordshire Terrier Behavior Concerns
Makes a loyal and fun-loving companion.
Playful and generally good with children, but may be overly protective of them. As with any large dog, they should be supervised when around children.
Fairly friendly toward strangers. Early socialization is essential.
Not friendly towards strange dogs, and may not be good with small pets.
The pit bull learns quickly, but can be stubborn. It tends to rebel against forceful methods.
Does best with a firm owner who can combine reward-based training with good control and leadership.
Training is essential to combat the negative image the public tends to have of the breed.
American Staffordshire Terrier Suggested Exercises
Makes a calm and alert housedog as long as it receives regular exercise.
Requires daily exercise in the form of a long walk, short jog, or energetic games.
It is not a good candidate for dog parks because if it does become involved in a fight---which can break out at any gathering of dogs---it tends not to lose.
The pit bull enjoys cold weather outings but its short coat is not suited to living outside.
Obedience training is essential not only for control, but for the mental exercise it provides.
Weight pulling is a favorite sport.
American Staffordshire Terrier Grooming
Coat is short, close and glossy.
The coat needs only occasional brushing, once every week or so, to remove dead hair.
Shedding is average.
Suggested American Staffordshire Terrier Nutritional Needs
Pit bulls tend to stay in good weight or tend to be slightly overweight.
Adult dogs should be fed a balanced diet, with restricted calories if the dog starts to gain too much weight.
Puppies should be fed a large-breed growth food, which slows their growing rate but not final size. This may decrease the incidence or severity of hip dysplasia in adults.
American Staffordshire Terrier
12 - 14 years
17 - 19 inches
57 - 57 pounds
American Staffordshire Terrier Traits
Jogging Partner
3 out of 5
Lap Dog
1 out of 5
Good With Children
2 out of 5
Warm Weather
3 out of 5
Cold Weather
3 out of 5
Grooming Requirements
1 out of 5
3 out of 5
2 out of 5
Ease Of Training
4 out of 5


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Hac5: The 5th Haskell Hackathon
April 17-19, 2009 Utrecht, The Netherlands
Sponsored by:
Galois, Microsoft Research and Tupil. Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
The Haskell Hackathon is an international, grassroots collaborative coding festival with a simple focus: build and improve Haskell libraries, tools, and infrastructure. Of course, we have fun doing it, too!
The 5th Haskell Hackathon was held from April 17 to 19, 2009, in the city of Utrecht in the Netherlands. The event was organized by members of the Department of Information and Computing Sciences at Utrecht University and by associates of Tupil.
The Dutch HUG was founded on the last day of the event.
- All participants, including a group photo!
- Projects that were worked on
- Mailing list: firstname.lastname@example.com
- IRC: visit #haskell-hac5 in Freenode.
- Very nice GMap with all locations of interest
- Old information with practical information: location, travelling, accomodation, etc.
Blogosphere coverage
- Live Twitter feed
- Tupil on their happstack-fastcgi bridge
- Christophe Poucet on adaptive containers
- Lots of pictures by Martijn van Steenbergen (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
- Video clips by Tom Lokhorst:
- Posts by Roman Cheplyaka, including some photos
- darcs hacking sprint #2 report
- Some more photos by Remi Turk
Previous Haskell Hackathons
See also the general Hackathon page.
The organisers for Hac5 are:
- Andres Löh
- José Pedro Magalhães
- Sean Leather
- Eelco Lempsink
- Chris Eidhof
- more


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It would have been one of those record-time dinner preparations, but I decided to make homemade pesto instead of buying a jar of it. I followed the sun-dried tomato pesto recipe from Vegetarian Classics which included flat-leaf parsley along with basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes which were soaked in boiling water before being drained and added to everything else in the food processor. The soup was started by simmering some broth with the cheese rind and chickpeas. The rind was discarded, and then chopped swiss chard was added and cooked for just a few minutes. The soup was removed from the heat, and some pesto was stirred into it. That was it. Each bowl was garnished with a little bit of pesto and some grated parmesan.
This recipe is a keeper for how quick and full-flavored it was. Chickpeas and swiss chard are always a great match, but the pesto perked them up and gave the soup a tangy freshness. Meals like this make our eating light and healthy kick last a little longer, but soon enough I'll be deciding what to make for a tempting, rich dessert.