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Become a Friend of the Clark today. An abundance of experiences awaits you!
Join this extraordinary institution and explore the world of art and culture. You can play a vital part in supporting the Clark's wide range of educational programs. Whether you live in the Berkshires or across the country, we invite you to join our nationwide family of members.
Join please call 413 458 0585
The following exhibition-related events are planned just for members and offer behind-the-scenes glimpses of life at the Clark.
Sunday, June 6, 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Members of the Clark Society are invited to a special cocktail reception and curator-led preview of the summer exhibition Picasso Looks at Degas. Reservations required. RVSP to 413 458 0524.
Sustainer level and above members can preview Picasso Looks at Degas before the exhibition opens to the public. This is a great chance to beat the summer crowds. No reservations required.
Thursday, June 10, 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Friday, June 11, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Enjoy members-only tours of Picasso Looks at Degas at 9:30 am. Space is limited; reservations are required. RSVP to 413 458 0585.
Thursday, August 12, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Barcelona, Pablo Picasso's home from 1894 to 1904, is the vibrant capital of Catalonia, with a cultural and artistic history stretching back to ancient times. Kathy Morris, director of exhibitions and collections and curator of decorative arts, will give a cultural overview of Catalonia and Picasso's Barcelona. Learn about ancient ruins, monasteries, and gothic architecture; discuss the impact of Barcelona on Picasso's life and art; and explore modern day marvels of the city on the Mediterranean. Executive chef Steve Wilkinson will lead an introductory tasting of Spanish wines followed by dinner featuring Catalan-style seafood dishes.
$45 ($55 guests of members). Space limited; reservations required. Register please call 413 458 0585 by August 5.
Thursday, August 19, 7:30 am to 9:00 pm
Explore the Latino culture and Spanish-speaking cultures of the artists Pablo Picasso and Juan Muñoz featured in exhibitions this summer at the Clark. Friends of the Clark will travel to New York to visit El Museo del Barrio, New York's leading Latino cultural institution, reopened in October 2009 with a newly renovated facility. Get a special look at the museum's permanent collection with a one-hour guided highlights tour. Sarah Lees, the Clark's associate curator of European art, will provide a brief introduction to the museum on the way to New York. There will be an opportunity to visit the rest of the museum or explore the city.
$70 per person (price includes private motor coach transportation, museum admission and tour, and boxed sandwiches on the return trip). Participants can purchase lunch in New York. Register please call 413 458 0585 by August 12.


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MISENHEIMER, N.C. - A pair of goals by senior Alyssa Wombwell (Grand Blanc, MI), including the game-winner in the 89th minute, propelled Pfeiffer University past Catawba College 2-1 in non-conference women's soccer action on Saturday afternoon. The physical contest with 26 combined fouls and five yellow cards saw the Lady Falcons improve to 2-4 on the year while the Lady Indians drop to 1-5.
With just under two minutes to play in regulation, Catawba was whistled for their 13th and final foul of the match setting up a Pfeiffer free kick just outside the 18-yard box. Wombwell fired her attempt through traffic and inside the left post for the eventually game-winner.
Wombwell also gave the hosts momentum heading into the intermission with the game-tying goal at the end of the first half's 43rd minute. Freshman Hannah Hill (Monroe, NC) delivered a touch pass down the middle to Wombwell who then fired above Catawba keeper Lindsay Webster (Hopkinton, MA) top right corner for the match equalizer.
Earlier in the period during the 19th minute, Catawba put home their lone goal for the match with Kristin Girardi's (Asheville, NC) second of the season. After a Brittany Gibbons (Woodleaf, NC) steal at midfield, Alyssa Retundie (Mooresville, NC) sent the in-box cross over to Girardi who went left post for the goal.
Catawba led the shots category 17-7 overall, 7-4 on goal. Britt Polly (Boca Raton, FL) came in to make five second-half saves in the victory for Pfeiffer. Webster made two saves on the day for the Lady Indians.
Pfeiffer returns to Conference Carolinas action on Tuesday afternoon hosting Barton at N.E. Lefko Field. The second league tilt of the season for the Lady Falcons will begin at 2:00 p.m. with live stats being available through http://www.gofalconsports.com.

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text: The Merrick School of Business has a history of educating leaders. Graduates of the Merrick School of Business have found success in every business arena. Our alumni who remain in the region frequently return to campus as guest lecturers and for networking events. We are fortunate to have them share their business experience with our students.


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For Father's Day
My Dad, My Hero: Fred Soria
Here is a list of Dadisms. Things he often told my sister and me.
1. Don't be a hypocrite. Stand for your beliefs.
2. The bigger mistake is that you didn't learn from your first mistake.
3. Always dress according to the occasion.
4. Stay away from crooks and thieves.
5. A nickel is a nickel.
6. When someone knows better, they do better.
7. Don't loan money unless you are prepared to never see it again.
8. Be kind to all animals.
9. Always do the right thing without expecting a thank you because the thank you may never come. What is more important is that you did the right thing.
10. Learn to cook. It is the most important skill.
11. Nothing can replace the truth.
12. There is nothing sweeter than the fruits from our own trees.
13. If you leave your spouse be sure it is for good reason.
14. You will see that I am right about this.
15. Credit cards are a trap.
16. Sewing and typing…they come in handy.
17. If I don't have cash to pay for it then I don't need it that badly.
18. Most bullies are full of hot air.
19. It's always smart to buy a small, practical car that is good on gas and repairs.
20. True friendships endure all.
21. Education is freedom.
22. Respect people.
23. If you have time to do it over again, you have time to do it right the first time.
24. When your gas tank gets down to 1/4 of a tank, fill it up.
25. Bright colors are a luxury that even a poor man can afford.
26. The truth is always easier to remember.
27. Never leave home without a dime in your pocket for a phone call.
28. I raised you with a good foundation…now you are on your own.
29. Thanks for listening.


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Hydrocephalus is too much fluid in the brain. The fluid is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). It is a clear fluid that normally surrounds both the spinal cord and the brain. It is also in the ventricular system of the brain. With hydrocephalus the ventricles, or spaces, become enlarged.
You may be born with hydrocephalus, or it may develop after an injury or illness.
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Hydrocephalus occurs when:
- A blockage doesn't allow CSF to drain properly
- Another condition, such as bleeding, inflammation, or infection, makes the brain unable to resorb fluid
- An excess of CSF is produced
These problems with the CSF may be caused by:
- Brain tumors
- Cancer
- Inflammation in the CSF
- Cysts in the brain
- Malformations of the central nervous system, such as:
- Brain injuries
- Infections of the brain or meninges, such as encephalitis or meningitis
- Problems with the blood vessels in the brain, such as aneurysms or arteriovenous malformations
- Bleeding into the brain or CSF space
Risk Factors
Factors that may increase your chance of hydrocephalus include:
- Neural tube defects
Mother has infection during pregnancy, such as:
- Cytomegalovirus
- Toxoplasmosis
- Lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus
- Chickenpox
- Mumps
- Brain infections
- Malformations of the brain
- Brain injuries
- Brain hemorrhage
Symptoms depend on the severity of the hydrocephalus. The extra CSF puts pressure on the brain. Symptoms may start out mild and become more severe as CSF pressure increases.
Symptoms may include:
- Headache, which may often be worse when lying down, upon first awakening in the morning, or with straining
- Nausea and vomiting
- Problems with balance
- Difficulty walking
- Poor coordination
- Difficulty controlling urination
- Personality changes
- Confusion
- Memory problems
- Loss of consciousness
- Death
In babies, symptoms may include:
- Large head circumference
- Bulging fontanelle on the head
- Slow development
- No longer able to do activities they once could do
You will be asked about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done.
Tests to examine the internal structure of the brain may include:
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Ultrasound in children up to 15-18 months old with open anterior fontanelles
Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for you. Options include:
- Ventriculoperitoneal shunt allows excess CSF to drain into another area, usually the abdomen. Sometimes a temporary extraventricular drain (EVD) is placed.
- Third ventriculostomy allows CSF to flow out of the area where it is building up by creating a hole in an area of the brain.
- Removal of the obstruction of CSF flow.
- Medication to decrease the production of CSF or to reduce swelling.
- Lumbar puncture to remove excess CSF.
People who have increased risk for hydrocephalus should be carefully monitored. Immediate treatment might prevent long-term complications.
There are no current guidelines to prevent hydrocephalus, but you can decrease your risk of developing it. In general:
- Take folate before pregnancy to reduce the chances of neural tube defects and myelomeningocele (a type of spina bifida).
- Get regular prenatal care.
- Keep your child's vaccines up to date.
- Protect yourself or your child from head injuries.
To prevent certain infections in the mother during pregnancy, take these steps:
- Talk with your doctor about updating your vaccines.
- Carefully cook meat and vegetables.
- Correctly clean contaminated knives and cutting surfaces.
- Avoid handling cat litter, or wear gloves when cleaning the litter box.
- Avoid rodent contact.
National Hydrocephalus Foundation http://nhfonline.org
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke http://www.ninds.nih.gov
Health Canada https://www.canada.ca
Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Canada http://www.sbhac.ca
Hydrocephalus in adults. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/topics/dmp~AN~T506596/Hydrocephalus-in-adults . Updated April 28, 2017. Accessed October 2, 2017.
Hydrocephalus in children. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/topics/dmp~AN~T474411/Hydrocephalus-in-children . Updated April 28, 2017. Accessed October 2, 2017.
Hydrocephalus fact sheet. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke website. Available at: http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/hydrocephalus/detail%5Fhydrocephalus.htm. Accessed October 2, 2017.
Revision Information
- Reviewer: EBSCO Medical Review Board Rimas Lukas, MD
- Review Date: 09/2018
- Update Date: 09/30/2014


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This is a discussion that seems to have had more questions than answers — up until now.
Problem: You have a web page designed at 1,000 pixels wide, and just looked at it on a new iPad, and were nearly in tears over how badly your graphics and photos looked on there.
Solution: Photographer Duncan Davidson posted some very interesting findings, and I combined that with my own research and present the results at photojoseph.com/retina
(I also have a post specifically about loading images at an optimal resolution on the new iPad on ApertureExpert: Displaying Your Photography On The New iPad)


text: One thing I can't deny as a wedding planner is that brides are extremely visual! They love pictures and finding inspiration from other weddings. Therefore, I want to show you a stunning wedding at Stoke Place I planned this summer. I had the pleasure of working with the unbelievably gorgeous bride and groom on their glamorous wedding filled with love, sunshine, crystals, and fantastic music. The bride walked out in her Vera Wang gown just as the skies filled with sunshine. We had been planning an outdoor wedding for over a year, which was a risk, and on the day it started to rain, but the sun gods were on this couple's side just minutes before the ceremony commenced. Thanks to WildAbout Flowers for the great centrepieces and flowers, and thanks to Pearl Pictures for the fabulous photography.


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Here is the first rendition of a simple server-side stack for the Ext.Direct protocol for ColdFusion 8. It requires the SerializeJSON function. If you are looking to use this with CFMX 6 or 7, you should look into integrating the CFJSON project.
It consists of 3 files:
- Direct.cfc - Ext.Direct specific logic
- Api.cfm - This is the file you will include via a script src tag to auto generate the API.
- Router.cfm - This is the file which will route your request.
To use:
Create a folder in your CF project, for now i will call it "servicebus". Extract these 3 files into that folder.
After all of your standard page includes for javascript and CSS, link the Api.cfm page.
Configure where your router is located in Direct.cfc:Code:<script src="servicebus/Api.cfm"></script>
When your page now loads it will be creating an api descriptor in a javascript variable called Ext.ss.APIDesc.Code:<cfset variables.routerUrl = 'servicebus/Router.cfm' />
You can configure this in the Api.cfm page:
In order to start using Ext.Direct on the client side you will now have to add the API Descriptor as a provider within Ext.Direct.Code:<cfset args['ns'] = "Ext.ss" /> <cfset args['desc'] = "APIDesc" />
This is the generic setup, however we have not exposed any of our service CFCs yet. In order to expose a CFC, place it in the servicebus directory and add the ExtDirect meta attribute to the CFC and to each method you want to expose. For example:Code:var provider = Ext.Direct.addProvider(Ext.ss.APIDesc);
You will now be able to execute the Echo method after importing it (with addProvider).Code:<cfcomponent name="Echo" ExtDirect="true" > <cffunction name="send" ExtDirect="true"> <cfargument name="data" required="true" /> <cfreturn data /> </cffunction> </cfcomponent>
Code:Ext.ss.Echo.send('sample', function() { // callback here... });
CFC methods can also be marked to be handled as a form post via an ExtFormHandler attribute. This is most commonly used for things like file uploads. For example:
Note here that we needed to specify what the name of the formfield is when we upload. This is a CF specific issue which was detailed a ways back by Ben Nadel I think... I'll try to find the blog entry.Code:<cfcomponent name="File" ExtDirect="true"> <cffunction name="add" ExtDirect="true" ExtFormHandler="true"> <cfargument name="formfield" required="true" /> <cfset var file = '' /> <cffile action="upload" filefield="#arguments.formfield#" result="file" destination="#expandPath('data/')#" nameConflict="MakeUnique"/> <cfreturn file /> </cffunction> </cfcomponent>


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An important part of our mission is keeping the public, and especially you, the people who live and work in this dynamic region, informed of the efforts that are being taken by the Port Authority and our partners toward those goals.
We welcome you to sign up for our monthly newsletter, Growing the Region.
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Any chance we get to look inside our stylists carryalls — we take it! Our Manager of Styling, Lauren, emptied out her beach tote for us and we are sharing her must-haves with you — spring break style.
Lauren's Beach Tote must-haves.
She also never forgets to pack: lip tint, sunscreen, current issue of Seventeen magazine, almonds for snacking, H2O & headphones.
1. Straw Fedora
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10. Graphic Tote
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The 40,00044 MINS2009
'THE 40,000' is a documentary about Canada's covert involvement in the Vietnam War, the over 40,000 Canadians who secretly served there, and the only person to ever make a movie about it. Featuring interviews with cast and crew members of Barry Levy's award winning feature film 'SPOOK', 'THE 40,000' shows not only the connections of these people to Vietnam, but also uncovers the dirty secret of Canada's support of US Military and Industry during the war, and the explosive growth of the Canadian arms industry in the late 60's and 70's.
Recommended For You
Out in the Silence
2010 | 75mins
OUT IN THE SILENCE follows the story of a small American town confronting a firestorm of controversy ignited by a same-sex wedding announcement in the local newspaper, this gripping documentary illustrates the challenges of being an outsider in a conservative rural community and the change that is possible when courageous people break the silence and search for common ground.
directors Joe Wilson, Dean Hamer
Out in the Silence
Spinning Plates
2013 | 93mins
Health and Food
SPINNING PLATES is the story of three extraordinary restaurants and the incredible people who make them what they are. The first is a cutting-edge restaurant named seventh-best in the world, whose chef must also battle a life-threatening obstacle to pursue his passion. The second is a 150-year-old family restaurant still standing only because of the unbreakable bond with its community. And the third is a fledgling Mexican restaurant whose owners are risking everything just to survive and provide for their young daughter. Their unforgettable stories of family, legacy, passion and survival come together to reveal how meaningful food can be, and the power it has to connect us to one another. It's not what you cook, it's why.
director Joseph Levy
starring Grant Achatz, Thomas Keller
Spinning Plates
Alive Inside
2014 | 78mins
ALIVE INSIDE is a joyous cinematic exploration of music's capability to reawaken our souls and uncover the deepest parts of our humanity. Filmmaker Michael Rossato-Bennett chronicles the astonishing experiences of individuals around the country whose minds have been revitalized and awakened by the simple act of listening to the music of their youth.
actors Dan Cohen, Bobby McFerrin
director Michael Rossato-Bennett
Alive Inside
Lost for Life
2014 | 75mins
In the United States, more than 2500 individuals are serving life-without-parole sentences for crimes they committed when they were seventeen years old or younger. Children as young as thirteen are among the thousands serving these sentences. Directed by Joshua Rofé (who spent four intensive years on the project), LOST FOR LIFE tells the stories of these individuals, their families and the families of juvenile murder victims. This searingly powerful documentary tackles this contentious issue from multiple perspectives and explores the complexity of the lives of those affected. What is justice when a kid kills? Can a horrific act place a life beyond redemption? Could you forgive?
director Joshua Rofe
Lost for Life
2011 | 101mins
Award Winning
At the time of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, the Mufti of Rwanda, the most respected Muslim leader in the country, issued a fatwa forbidding Muslims from participating in the killing of the Tutsi. As the country became a slaughterhouse, mosques became places of refuge where Muslims and Christians, Hutus and Tutsis came together to protect each other. KINYARWANDA is based on true accounts from survivors who took refuge at the Grand Mosque of Kigali and the madrassa of Nyanza. It recounts how the Imams opened the doors of the mosques to give refuge to the Tutsi and those Hutu who refused to participate in the killing. The film interweaves six different tales that together form one grand narrative that provides the most complex and real depiction yet presented of human resilience and life during the genocide. With an amalgamation of characters, we pay homage to many, using the voices of a few. Winner of the World Cinema Audience Award (dramatic category) at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival and the World Cinema Audience Award at AFI Fest.
director Alrick Brown
starring Hadidja Zaninka, Cleophas Kabasite, Jean Mutsari
The Kite (Le Cerf-Volant)
2003 | 76mins
A refreshingly original fairytale, Randa Chahal Sabbag's THE KITE follows sixteen-year-old Lamia - who must cross a border checkpoint between Lebanon and Israel to marry a cousin she has never met. Neither she, nor her betrothed, are eager to consummate a marriage to a virtual stranger. The situation is further complicated by Lamia's surprising admission that she is also in love with the Israeli soldier guarding the border. Sabbag's enchanting drama about marriage and tradition is underscored by delicate symbolism and artful references to politics of Lebanon's annexed territories. Lebanon's Official Submission to the 2003 Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film, THE KITE is a selection of the prestigious, award-winning Global Lens Collection, presented by the Global Film Initiative.
The Kite (Le Cerf-Volant)
Beware of Mr. Baker
2012 | 93mins
Ginger Baker is well-known for his smashing work in Cream and Blind Faith. But the world's greatest (and most volatile) drummer didn't really hit his stride until 1972, when he journeyed to Nigeria and discovered the sounds of Fela Kuti's Afrobeat. Following various periods of drug-induced self-destruction and countless groundbreaking musical works, this flame-haired musical madman eventually settled in South Africa -- where he currently resides with his much-younger bride and 39 polo ponies. Winner of the Grand Jury Prize at SXSW, Jay Bulger's entertaining and acclaimed documentary also features rock superstars Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Johnny Rotten, Lars Ulrich, Carlos Santana, Stewart Copeland and many more. You've been warned: BEWARE OF MR. BAKER!
director Jay Bulger
starring Femi Kumi, Ginette Baker, Eric Clapton
Beware of Mr. Baker


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mike E necesitaba un nuevo diseño de logotipo y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 77 diseños de 24 diseñadores freelance.
Eats Connection
Eats Connection is a website and facebook page that brings customers and restaurants together. Customers can post comments or reviews about local restaurants and places to eat. Restaurant owners can also post info about daily specials or other helpful info.
You can see a mock up of our website and what we are currently using as a logo here.
We do not want to use that as the logo any longer but would be open to some type of variation of it.
We would prefer to use a color closer to the GREEN in the website instead of the red.
A design that will fit into the current layout of this website is preferred.
We will also use the logo as a Facebook profile pic so it should fit there as well.
Eats Connection is our company name but we will also use the LOGO on individual Local Town or City pages like you see on the website. For example we may use the logo with the following text:
Kerrville TX EATS
Ney York Eats
Denver CO Eats
Our target is restaurant owners and regular everyday people. We want to look professional and friendly.
We need a professional looking logo for Eats Connection.
The logo should look good replacing the logo on this mock up site
The files we will require are:
Print file format - .ai (CMYK)
Web file format - .jpg and layered .psd (RGB)
Please do not use any stock images or clip art in the logo
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JSN Nuru is a premium Joomla! template exclusively crafted for MijoShop – a powerful shopping-cart component. Therefore, it is aimed to serve any kind of online shopping website. JSN Nuru has neat, clean and straightforward design which visually conquers the client due to the large background, vibrant color variations and catchy graphic arrangement. Along with the built-in file compression for faster loading speed and responsive layout, JSN Nuru also works seamlessly with K2 & Kunena components.
What are waiting for you in JSN Nuru?
K2 & Kunena components styling support
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- Check in starts 30 minutes before the tournament. If you do not check in, you will be disqualified.
- You must have played at least 10 1v1 ranked ladder games in the past 7 days to participate.
- This tournament is open to any player who is diamond league or under.
- If you have finished Master or higher in the past three seasons, you are NOT eligible to play. The highest rank you are with any race is the rank you
will be considered for the tournament.
- Join in-game chat channel "Proxy Tempest" on the NA SERVER to find your admins, casters, and opponents.
- Players have 15 minutes to begin their match from the start of the tournament. If a player does not respond within the allotted 15 minutes, their opponent will be awarded a walkover.
- The tournament is Bo3 for everything!
- The maps will be picked using the ABAB format used in WCS. The higher seed bans first (A). The lower seed bans next (B). The bans continue until only three maps remain. The higher seeded player then picks the first map, and the lower seeded player picks the second map. (ABAB ABC)
- Laddering is discouraged while playing in this tournament. If you are laddering during the tournament and it causes a delay of a match, you will be disqualified.
- Games will be played on whichever US SERVER both players agree to. In the event an agreement cannot be reached, the admin will decide which server is most fair for both players. Should both players be from a region other than NA, an appropriate server may be selected.
- ALL of these rules, as always, are at the current admin's discretion.
is the discretion of the admins to determine if a player is smurfing.
If a player is believed to be smurfing, the admin may remove him/her
from the current tournament. If the player is cleared from the
accusation, the player may return to play in the following tournament.
If it is determined by the staff that the player is smurfing, the player
will be banned.
The winner will be added to the 'Bracket of Champions' and will be eligible to compete in the 'Tournament of Champions'! For more info join the Discord:
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Engadget points out that Google has applied for a patent on a system to project images from its Google Glass computerized glasses to a number of surfaces.
Intellectual property geeks can read the full application here.
The patent explains a system that would allow for projecting a QWERTY keyboard and other buttons anywhere you might want to press them.
If this patent is realized, you might soon be dialing your next phone number by touching your forearm.
Get the latest Google stock price here.


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Stay plenty of days because there is plenty to do!
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Mass General experts discuss diabetes
|Enrico Cagliero, MD,
Transplant Center
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|Michael Ritt Jaff, DO,
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|Paul L. Huang, MD, PhD,
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What are some of the common misconceptions
about diabetes?
Dr. Cagliero: A common misconception is that diabetes inevitability causes eye, kidney and nerve complications. These complications take a long time to develop and are actually very preventable. If people with diabetes control their blood sugar levels from the very beginning, they can significantly reduce the risk of developing complications.
Dr. Huang: Many people think that diabetes is not a serious disease unless someone needs insulin. The reality is diabetes is a serious disease that increases a person's risk for developing other medical conditions, including heart disease and stroke.
Dr. Cagliero: Another misconception is that insulin causes debilitating side effects and should be a "last resort" treatment. Insulin is actually one of the most effective medications for diabetes and is associated with fewer side effects than many other treatments.
How can people prevent type 2 diabetes, the
most common type of diabetes, and its related
Dr. Huang: Having diabetes increases a person's risk for developing heart disease and other serious medical conditions. People can significantly lower their risk for developing diabetes and heart disease simply by making healthier food choices and increasing their physical activity.
People who have diabetes should follow their doctor's advice to control their blood sugar levels, whether it is with oral medications or insulin. Doctors may use a blood test called "hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)" to show how well patients control their blood sugar or glucose levels over time.
People who have diabetes should also pay attention to other medical conditions that increase their risk for developing heart disease, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity, and quit smoking if they smoke.
What should people with diabetes know about
Dr. Huang: High cholesterol increases a diabetic person's risk of developing heart disease. National guidelines recommend that people who have had a heart attack should lower their LDL cholesterol to 70-100 mg/dl using a statin (an oral medication), if necessary. The same recommendations apply to people with diabetes, whether or not they know they have heart disease. This shows how serious diabetes is as a risk.
All people - whether or not they have diabetes - should ask their doctor how to best manage their cholesterol. There are three ways to do this - make better food choices, increase physical activity and use medications, if necessary. All three ways are important.
What should people with diabetes know about
the risk of stroke?
Dr. Jaff: The risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease is significantly greater for people with diabetes, including younger people. The number one way for people to reduce their risk of stroke is to control high blood pressure, a common condition among diabetics. Some research suggests that controlling blood sugar levels also reduces the risk of stroke. Learn how physicians at the Vascular Center treat stroke
What should people with diabetes know about
the risk of heart disease?
Dr. Huang: Having diabetes increases a person's risk of developing coronary artery disease, which causes chest pain, heart attacks and heart damage. Heart disease is also the main cause of death for people with diabetes. The better patients control their blood sugar levels, the more they can reduce their risk for heart disease, kidney disease, nerve damage and eye problems. They should manage not only their diabetes but also other conditions, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity. By doing so, they can make a significant difference in their overall health. Learn about the Heart Center's Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Center
What is peripheral artery disease, and why
should people with diabetes learn about this
Dr. Jaff: Peripheral artery disease (PAD) refers to the blockage of artery blood flow in the legs (and far less commonly, the arms). PAD can result in difficulty walking due to leg discomfort and also leg and foot sores (ulcers). If PAD is not aggressively treated, people may end up with limb loss. Diabetic patients are at significant risk of developing PAD and limb/foot sores.
Often people with diabetes cannot feel their feet or legs because of nerve disease, which might make it hard for them to feel or recognize the symptoms of PAD. Therefore, all patients with diabetes should speak with their doctor to assess their risk of developing PAD. Learn how Vascular Center physicians treat PAD
What are a few tips to help people with diabetes
live full, healthy lives?
Dr. Jaff: First and most importantly, people with diabetes should visit their doctors regularly, maintain a healthy diet, monitor blood sugar levels and take medications as prescribed. They should also see a podiatrist regularly, examine their feet daily, wear appropriate fitting shoes and speak with their doctor about being tested for PAD.
Why do diabetic patients sometimes need a
kidney or pancreas transplant?
Dr. Cagliero: People with diabetes are at risk of developing kidney damage. Although controlling diabetes can help people avoid further medical complications, some people develop kidney disease that eventually leads to kidney failure. Many of these patients are treated with dialysis, but kidney transplantation is the only effective way of restoring normal kidney function. For people with type 1 diabetes, a pancreas transplant at the time of kidney transplant, or after a previous kidney transplant, can cure the disease, restore normal glucose levels and prevent further diabetic complications.
What are islet transplants, and which patients
qualify for this procedure?
Dr. Cagliero: Only 1 percent of pancreas cells are responsible for producing insulin, the hormone that regulates blood glucose levels and is absent in type 1 diabetes. Using an experimental procedure, our physicians can isolate pancreatic islet cells and give them to patients with type 1 diabetes. This procedure has the advantage of not requiring surgery (the islets can be injected in the blood like a transfusion) and can normalize blood glucose levels in most patients. Learn about the Transplant Center's Pancreas/Islet Transplant Program
What diabetes research is currently being
conducted at Mass General?
Dr. Huang: The Cardiovascular Research Center at Mass General has active research programs that study how diabetes affects blood vessel function, heart attack and stroke. Mass General's Cardiology Division has a clinical research program, CAMP MGH (Cardiology and Metabolic Patient Cohort), that follows patients over time to evaluate glucose response by using ultrasound studies of their blood vessels.
The Heart Center's Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Center also has a clinical program called Learn to be Lean, which uses a nutrition education, physical exercise (aerobic and strength training) and yoga/meditation to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Dr. Cagliero: The Transplant Center at Mass General is also conducting several studies on new ways to prevent diabetes and complications in patients who already have diabetes. We evaluate new medications and devices, such as insulin pumps, which help manage the condition. Many of our scientists also investigate how to induce the body to accept transplanted organs without taking anti-rejection medications, obtain and transplant islets more efficiently, and transform other cells to produce insulin, creating an unlimited supply of cells ready for transplants.
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10 Great Hosta Varieties for Your Garden
This shade-loving plant comes in a head-spinning array of hues.
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Hosta 'Gold Standard'
'Gold Standard' boasts medium to large, oval leaves that are light green edged in dark green. As the name suggests, this hosta's leaf centers typically fade to a golden yellow during the summer.
Hosta 'Vulcan'
Strong white centers surrounded by green edges make hosta 'Vulcan' leaves shine in the garden. Tuck plants into partial shade for best growth. Morning sun with afternoon shade or high dappled shade is ideal. Lavender blooms in mid- to late summer lure hummingbirds. Divide plants when they're fully established—wait at least three years after planting if you are dividing to multiply plants. Otherwise, wait until five to eight years before dividing. 'Vulcan' is hardy in Zones 3 to 9.
Hosta 'Golden Tiara'
'Golden Tiara' is a small hosta variety featuring heart-shaped leaves that are medium green with chartreuse margins that turn gold in the sun. Its flowers are lavender on 24-inch scapes. Try growing this compact variety in mass as a border plant that will keep growing year after year.
Hosta 'Hadspen Blue'
Thick leaves that look velvety at first glance make hosta 'Hadspen Blue' a great texture plant, as well as shade plant. Try pairing it with purple, blue and white flowers to bring out the silvers and blues in this compact hosta.
Hosta 'Sun Power'
'Sun Power' shows off a bright, slightly-twisted mound of golden leaves. Give this hosta morning sun or full sun in cool climates for best color.
Hosta 'Kabitan'
Not your average hosta, 'Kabitan' features long, narrow, light green leaves with dark green margin.
Hosta 'Guacamole'
'Guacamole' is a medium-sized hosta with wide, oval leaves the color of—yep, you guessed it—guacamole. The avocado-colored leaves also feature darker green veins and margins. Its white flowers that appear in midsummer are extremely fragrant.
Hosta 'August Moon'
This large hosta can reach a height of 3 feet and a spread of 5 feet wide. The leaves of 'August Moon' are a light, yellow-green that turns gold over time if exposed to enough sunlight.
Hosta 'Patriot'
'Patriot' is a unique, variegated hosta with deep green leaves that have creamy white margins. It's said to stand up to heat better than other hosta varieties.
Hosta 'Lemon Lime'
Hosta 'Lemon Lime' features a small mound of bright green, lance-shaped leaves with purple-striped flowers that appear in early to midsummer.


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SIRAJGANJ, Bangladesh (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Worsening erosion along the banks of the Jamuna River has dramatically increased the number of families losing their homes and land – but dredging could help ease the problem, experts say.
Erosion is a long-standing problem in Bangladesh, with much of the country made up river deltas deposited by the region's many rivers. But more extreme weather and heavy runoff has led to growing deposits of soil in the Jamuna River, which is in turn driving worsening riverside erosion, residents and experts say.
This rainy season alone, hundreds of families in Sirajganj district have lost their homes or their farmland, they said.
Amir Hosen, 70, of East Bahuka village, said he had gradually lost all of his two acres of land to the river, and now has had to rent about a tenth of an acre of farmland to house and support his family, at a cost of $70 a year.
"I had to move three times with my belongings as the Jamuna River continued eroding. I was a land owner. Now I have become a refugee," said Hosen, the father of three daughters and two sons who have had to leave the area to find jobs.
He said erosion of river-side land now happens throughout the year. "Earlier, we saw erosion in April- May season, but now it is eroding throughout the year," he said.
Atiq Rahman, executive director of Bangladesh Center for Advanced Studies (BCAS), told the Thomson Reuters Foundation in a telephone interview that due to formation of char – land that emerges from riverbeds as a result of accumulating deposits of sediment – rivers like the Jamuna now store lower volumes of water than in the past.
That leads to displacement of river water, with more of it pushed against the riverbank, leading to worsening erosion, he said.
"Getting no other option, water starts hitting the river banks as the flow increases during the rainy season, causing erosion and making people landless," he said.
He believes that large-scale dredging could restore the depth of the riverbed and increase its ability to hold water, cutting the rate of erosion.
Dredging on the Indian side of cross-border rivers like the Jamuna, the Padma and the Brahmaputra means losses of land to erosion are much smaller there, he said.
"The rivers there (in India) are stable while here these are very much unstable," he said.
But the soil makeup is also playing a role in Bangladesh's more severe erosion, he said. Riverbank soils in India contain more rock, he said, and have more resistance to the erosive forces of water. Bangladesh's riverbanks, however, have few rocks.
Some embankments in Bangladesh are strengthened with stones or concrete slabs, but not all have been properly maintained, he said. For such protections to be effective, "the maintenance costs have to be an integrated part of an embankment construction budget so that steps can be taken immediately when signs of possible erosion emerge."
Jail Hossain, a member of Shuvogacha Union Parishad, a local government body, said the Jamuna's erosion had eaten up three villages in 2007, forcing 2,000 inhabitants to move to Bahuka village.
In 2009 and 2010 they were again displaced by erosion and forced to move towards East Bahuka village. In 2011, the main Bahuka village was totally lost to the river and now East Bahuka village is also being eroded away.
Abdus Salam, headmaster of Chandnagar primary school, said the whole of Chandnagar village was eroded by the Jamuna River in just one year and the school had been forced to move a kilometer away to East Bahuka village, now itself under threat.
"This year the intensity of erosion is very high and I am in doubt whether any portion of this village will be left intact," he said.
Aynal Mia, a farmer of the village, said the Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) is focused on building new embankments but has not done enough to stop the continuing erosion.
"You see work on a new embankment going on, leaving a big part of the village for the river to eat up, instead of (workers) taking measures to protect the existing embankment," he said.
Anisur Rahman, a sub-divisional engineer of the water development board, told the Thomson Reuters Foundation that erosion has washed away three entire embankments in the sub-district since 1971, when Bangladesh gained its independence.
He said due to a lack of maintenance funds the board could not protect existing embankments with stones, sand bags, and concrete slabs. He agreed that river dredging was needed.
"Necessary dredging in the river can help storage more water by the river and protect the embankment from erosion," he said. He noted that "erosion nowadays is much faster" than in the past.
Rahman, who was born and brought up in this area, said the changing river depth was evident from the types of ships that could navigate it.
"During our childhood we saw big ships were plying through this river. The depth of the river was nearly 100 feet then. Now it is reduced to 25 to 30 feet," he said.
Fazlul Huq, a sub-assistant engineer of the water development board, said his agency needs Tk 1.5 billion ($1.5 million) to carry out a proper maintenance work to protect the local river embankment.
"But we don't have such a budgetary allocation. So, we are now building an alternative mud wall so that water can't enter the remaining part of the village this season," he said, admitting such work was a short-term measure.
BCAS's Rahman said the worsening erosion was in part of a result of climate shifts which have led to more rapid melting of ice in the Himalayas. The increased runoff carries additional sediment into the beds of rivers such as the Jamuna, leading to increased riverbank erosion.
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South America set for 2014 World Champ qualifiers
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, September 12, 2013 – The South American Championship for women is scheduled to take place in Peru from September 16 to 22. In addition to the hosts, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Venezuela will be taking part in the Championship in the city of Ica to try and secure their place in the 2014 Women's World Championship.
The CSV will be represented by two countries at the World Championship event to be held in Italy next year. The CSV's second vacancy will be will be determined in San Juan, Argentina from October 18 to 20, where the team who placed second to fifth in the South American Championship will take part.
The South American teams have gone through a great deal of preparatory work in the lead up to September's Championship. Brazil and Argentina, led by coach Guillermo Orduna have recently taken part in the World Grand Prix where the team led by José Roberto Guimarães won their ninth title in the competition.
Brazil, winner of the last edition of the South American Championship which took place in 2011, will go to Ica, Peru, as the Championship favourite. The Brazilian team appeared a total of 28 times in the Championship and have won 17 gold and 11 silver medals. The only year that Brazil did not participate was in 1964. Brazil's team for the Championship will feature 14 players and will see the return of setter Fabíola and her colleague Natalia.
The Peruvian hosts, led by Korean coach, Hong Sung have just completed an international tour in Canada and South Korea. Alfredo Solis, assistant coach of the Peruvian team, has said that the pace of work for the team has increased as the date for the competition draws near. "We have increased training to twice a day, focusing mostly on the technical side, which is what interests us," said Solis.
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Thai Pizza Co in St. Louis: Testing the Universality of Pizza
Serious Eats Chicago contributor Daniel Zemans checks in with another piece of intel from the road, this time in St. Louis. —The Mgmt.
Thai Pizza Co.
608 Eastgate, St. Louis, MO 63130 (map); 314-862-4429; patsthairestaurants.com
Pizza Style: Thin crust
Oven Type: Gas
The Skinny: A noble but unsuccessful attempt to expand the pizza world
Price: 9" pizzas are $8 each
Notes: Closed Wednesdays
On a recent trip to St. Louis, I was wandering down Delmar in the Loop, when neon lights a few doors down a side street called out to me. I ran over to see if my eyes were telling the truth and was ecstatic to discover a restaurant called Thai Pizza Co. The restaurant is owned by Supatana "Pat" Prapaisilapa, who deserves credit for being one of the first and most successful people to bring Thai food to St. Louis. Thai Pizza Co. is one of six Thai restaurants run by Prapaisilapa in St. Louis. The company's website actually gives Prapaisilapa credit for introducing Thai food to St. Louis, a claim whose veracity I cannot confirm or disprove. As he built up his empire, he stayed focused in the same neighborhood, which sits on the border of St. Louis and University City, very close to Washington University.
Thai Pizza Co. started serving up pizza in 2004, when the space that formerly housed Thai Seafood, another Prapaisilapa venture. The concept is pretty straightforward—take Thai food and put it between a pizza crust and some cheese. Other than the sandwich, there may be no type of food more adaptable to different cultures than pizza. But after my experience eating Korean pizza at Cheogajip and now this one at Thai Pizza Co., I'm starting to question the universality of pizza because this one did not work for me at all.
There really isn't much worth reporting on the actual pizza. There are twelve different options for toppings and two different crusts, one thin and one thick. I opted for a thin crust with green curry, which included chicken, mushrooms, onions, green peas, fresh basil, coconut milk and bell pepper. The virtually flavorless factory made crust was neither remotely crisp nor pleasantly chewy. The cheese, listed on the menu as mozzarella but actually a combination of mozzarella and cheddar, was the best part of the pizza. That blend, which is standard at The Pizza Company, the biggest pizza chain in Thailand, could work, but here served to completely overwhelm a relatively bland and completely sauceless green curry chicken.
Part of the conflict between the cheese and the toppings was due to the sheer quantity of cheese, but I can't help but wonder if there are parts of the globe where people have a problem merging their cuisines with a good crust and appropriate cheese (I'm looking at you, East and Southeast Asia). I suppose it makes sense that people who do not ordinarily incorporate cheese into their cooking would have trouble merging the flavors they normally put out with cheese, but it still pained me to discover that the Thai Chicken Pizza at California Pizza Kitchen is leaps and bounds better than the pie I had at Thai Pizza Co.
Despite my experience at Thai Pizza Co. and Cheogajip, I'm holding out hope that either there is East or Southeast Asian pizza that will either shock me with their deliciousness or at least have a taste i can learn to love. Slice readers, I ask you: Have you ever had pizzas you really enjoyed that featured foods from places that don't normally use cheese in their cuisine?
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Another busy week ahead. Hockey practice, ice skating, hockey games and I am having surgery on Friday, hopefully in the AM. It is an outpatient procedure, so I hope to be home before the kids get home from school. I have to have my left sub-mandibular salivary gland removed b/c I have a small cyst on it. Apparently the only way to tell if the cyst is malignant or not is to remove it. Nice. Anyway, enough about that. My focus this week is just on getting through the week. Tonight, Sunday, we had leftovers. 🙂 There is no "main" ingredient this week. I am planning on 2 desserts/baked goods to have made before Friday. That way I have treats, along with candy from Halloween, to snack on while recovering. 😉
Sunday ~Leftovers (pork loin roast, creamy pumpkin brown rice & veggies)
Monday ~ Salmon (most likely grilled), sweet potatoes (probably baked), steamed green beans & salad
Tuesday ~ Filet Mignon on the grill, baked potatoes, sauteed zucchini & salad
Wednesday ~ Eating out after skating & hockey
Thursday ~ Roast chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, veggies & salad
Friday ~ Whatever my Mom makes or gets take out, maybe Pei Wei.
Saturday ~ My Mom is making her homemade beef pot pie, gluten-free. I can't wait!!! 🙂
Baked goods for the week:
Pumpkin Raisin Bread
Homemade Chocolate Pudding (recipe by GingerLemonGirl)
Pumpkin Pudidng (this is a Jell-O mix that I came across…..you all know I am a sucker for pumpkin!)
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I found this article to be very insightful. It also reiterates the lack of supply issue locally. Hopefully we'll see that change in the near future. — Steve
Published January 17, 2013 — FOXBusiness
When the housing market imploded in 2007 and took the economy with it, experts said the real estate market would never look the same again. Now, nearly six years after the crash, the dust has finally cleared and we have a true picture of the new housing landscape.
While investors may still be leery of hopping back into the market, housing starts, prices and confidence are on an upward trend and the tide may be turning this year to favor homesellers.
Homebuyers can expect a more competitive market in 2013, and should start the mortgage lending process at least three months before they plan to start seriously looking because experts expect the process to take several months under new lending standards. House hunters should be ready to deal right away as inventory is expected to remain at low levels throughout the year.
Homesellers are shifting into the driver's seat with experts expecting bidding wars to break out in certain markets due to the low inventory. While homes will sell quicker this year, they still have to be priced right.
"The mobility rate has been at a very low rate, meaning that people really did not move during the recessionary years, so there is pent up demand — but sellers need to price correctly," says Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors.
Here's a rundown of what experts expect from the market:
Mortgage Rates and New Rules
The Federal Reserve has held interest rates steady at near-record lows over the last several years in an effort to entice buyers into the market, and experts don't expect significant jumps in the rate this year. In fact, the central bank said it would not raise short-term interest rates until the unemployment rate drops below 6.5%.
"Mortgage rates were essentially at a generational low last year — they could move modestly higher this year, but it will be the second-lowest [rate] in 40-plus years," says Yun. "I anticipate by year end that mortgage rates may be close to 4%, but still one of the lowest in a generation."
In early 2012 the nation's largest banks agreed to put aside $25 billion in the robo-signing settlement to help fund loan and foreclosure modifications and compensate homeowners who claimed they were given unfair lending terms. Experts expect more mortgage rules to be handed down this year to help prevent reckless lending that led to the meltdown.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued new qualified mortgage standards last week that detail criteria lenders must use to determine if a borrower qualifies for a loan.
The rule states a qualified mortgage cannot include risky features such as extending beyond 30 years or include exotic terms like interest-only payments or negative-amortization payments, where the principal amount increases. Loans can't carry fees and points above 3% of the total mortgage and limits the total debt-to-income ratio at 43% — which some worry will restrict credit and discourage homebuyers at the lower-end of the income scale from seeking a mortgage.[pullquote]
Additional mortgage rules are aimed at curbing over-borrowing, but could make the process longer for potential homebuyers and could prevent some potential buyers from being able to qualify for a loan.
"The mortgage rates are very low, but only a few people are able to access that low rate," says Yun. "A modest increase in mortgage rates may not be harmful, provided that there is a return to more normal underwriting standards."
Housing Prices
Over the last two years the big question hanging over the market was how much lower home prices could drop, but home pricing indexes started to rise last year and are expected to continue the upward trajectory in 2013.
Increasing home prices will bring reluctant homeowners off the sidelines and will encourage homebuyers waiting for rock-bottom prices to jump in. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association, applications for new-home loans are expected to increase 55% this year.
Earlier this week CoreLogic reported it expects home prices to jump 6% this year compared to 7.5% in 2012. Markets experiencing a stronger labor market will seeing prices increase even more.
Housing Inventories
In reaction to the housing oversupply, housing inventories fell more than 40% across the nation since 2007 and experts say below-normal inventory will hold back sales and impede the market's recovery in 2013 if not corrected.
If home prices continue to rise it will help increase inventories, which will bolster the housing market even more, according to Jed Kolko, chief economist from Truilia, who says housing construction is up 60% in the last two years, but is still far from normal levels.
"Rising prices… encourage developers to build more and also lift more borrowers back above water and encourage some of them to sell," he says. "They've wanted to sell and haven't been able to, but now they will start thinking about it. The biggest question is whether it means inventory will expand or shrink less than last year, this could be the year."
In 2012, the total number of units constructed stood at 600,000, far less than what's necessary to keep up with the demand. This year experts forecast around 750,000 units to be constructed, far less than the 1.4-1.6 million units needed.
"In many markets sellers are in the driver's seat because of low inventories," says Kolko. "With inventories falling so dramatically in the last year, buyers are competing for a fairly small inventory of for-sale homes and that helps sellers."
The Fate of the Interest Rate Deduction?
This popular incentive to attract consumers to become homeowners may be on the chopping block as both Democratic and Republican lawmakers continue to look for ways to close the ballooning federal deficit and budget.
The mortgage interest deduction costs Uncle Sam nearly $100 million in revenue a year, but eliminating it could weigh on housing activity.
"Over the years one of the advantages of buying is getting that interest deduction," says Sam Davis, a real estate agent in Washington, D.C. "When we are trying to convince renters to purchase a home we can say: 'If you pay $1,500 a month on rent and you buy a home with a $2,000 mortgage, if you got that interest rate that would basically make the spending even, yet you aren't getting the advantage of appreciation and the right to own your own home."
Foreclosure Activity
According to Kolko, there are currently more than a million homes in the foreclosure process across the country, but the crisis on a nation level is over. However, he says foreclosures in the most-battered markets including Florida, Illinois, New Jersey and New York are still high, and regulators have been considering state-level foreclosure reform.
He adds that the housing price rebound is stronger in states with a quicker foreclosure process and less of a backlog, while states with a hefty backlog are holding back the price recovery.
As investors become increasingly more comfortable with the real estate market, Chris Boston, mortgage banker with the Fitz Gerald Financial Group Division of Monarch Bank, says he is seeing more people taking advantage of foreclosures and short sales. "Investors are taking advantage of the market, they are buying homes at 50 cents on the dollar and they are renovating them to where they should be, which will help the market this year."
Refinancing Activity
Low interest rates caused a wave of refinancing in 2012, but experts forecast a much slower pace in 2013.
"Refinancing is less about helping the housing market and more about boosting the economy by reducing payments and giving homeowners more money to spend," explains Kolko. He adds that only if rates drop further, or the eligibility requirements expand, will refi activity pick up this year.
Read more: http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2013/01/17/housing-market-in-2013-what-to-expect/#ixzz2IiWlWOwM


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Earlier this year, we released a new mandate and, with it, we sent out a call: we are Shameless, and we are putting together a team of people devoted to grassroots publishing, each with a commitment to anti-oppression and inclusive feminist politics; each with time, vision and a desire to work many (many) hours to bring this unapologetic alternative magazine to young women and trans youth. Three times a year.
Admittedly, it was a tall order. In all honesty we expected, at most, a handful of applicants; we anticipated having to extend the call or combine roles to cope with a poor response. Instead, we got tons of amazing, talented feminists with great politics, awe-inspiring experience and boundless energy, all wanting to work together to take what we as an organization have built over the last six years to a new level.
In a couple of weeks, our new Shameless will be hitting the stands, and I couldn't be happier. From concept to completion, the issue is a reflection of the voices and politics of our new staff. In it, we explore the relationship between pop and politics, the history of body-shaping under-things and the unfair ways in which young women are targeted in public awareness campaigns about sexting. We reunite with our old friends from the Miss G_ Project, and make new friends with Linda Manzer andMaylee Todd. We introduce three new columns to the magazine: green scene (exploring environmental issues), she said/she said (a face-off between two teens taking opposite sides of a debate)and a comic by our dear friend and long-time contributor, Coco Riot.
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Tahitian Pearl Necklace 8-10.4mm AAA
Tahitian Pearl Necklace 8-10.4mm AAA
This beautiful Tahitian pearl necklace features a medium-light body color with a natural, green overtone. These are AAA quality Tahitian pearls with very high luster and very light blemishes. The finished necklace is 18" in length, hand-knotted on fine black silk, and will be strung with a large, solid 14k gold ball clasp with a safety catch.
The necklace pictured is the one you will receive.
What SIZE pearls should I buy?
Choosing the best size of pearls for your pearl necklace, earrings, or bracelet is an important decision. Pearls are measured in millimeters, across their diameter. As a general guideline, pearls from 3mm to 5mm are very small, pearls from 6mm to 7mm are decently sized, and pearls larger than 7mm will make quite the impression. A single millimeter difference in size is very noticeable.
(NOTE: The above picture shows the relative size of pearls. They will not appear to scale on your display.)
What QUALITY of pearls should I buy?
Pearl quality is typically denoted by the standard letter grading scale of C, B, A, AA and AAA with AAA being the highest quality.
We encourage you to compare our pearls with those from your local jewelry store. You will find that our grading standards are comparable to, and often higher than, most resellers. NOTE: We do NOT use fictitious grading scales such as AAA+ or AAAA, so when comparison-shopping with other sites, please be aware of this fact. AAA quality pearls from us are the 96% or better blemish free with excellent luster and matching.
What OVERTONE COLOR of pearl should I choose?
The overtone color of a pearl is a subtle, translucent color that lies across a pearl's surface and is secondary to the body color. Having no overtone color is always a safe choice unless you know what overtone color the person you are buying for prefers.
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A woman with very fair skin may prefer a slight rose overtone since it will add color to their appearance.
A woman with darker skin color or graying hair will sometimes prefer more of a silver overtone.
What LENGTH of pearl necklace is right for her?
Choosing the right length is an important part of your purchase. Here are some ideas of what might be the right length for her.
Choker - 16 inches. A pearl choker is perhaps the most classic and yet versatile of all the single strand lengths. A simple pearl choker can go with virtually any outfit from casual to fancy evening wear, and just about any neckline imaginable.
Princess - 18 inches. The princess length necklace is best suited for crew and high necklines. It also complements low plunging necklines.
Matinee - 20 to 24 inches. Longer than the choker, and just a bit shorter than an opera length, the matinee necklace is the right choice for casual or business dressing. HINT When buying for an older woman, a longer length helps to draw the attention away from the neck and to the pearls.
Opera - 28 to 36 inches. The opera necklace is the queen of all the lengths. When worn as a single strand, it is refined and perfect for high or crew necklines. When doubled upon itself, it serves as a versatile two strand choker.
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Gabourey Sidibe Has Landed A Great New Role On Showtime's 'The Big C'!
Forget the Oscars! Gabby's moved on to TV and now she wants an Emmy!
Did the critics really think that Precious was the end of Gabourey Sidibe's show biz career? Well, she's proved them wrong! The 26 year-old Academy Award nominee has made the jump to television, where she'll star in Showtime's new dramatic comedy, The Big C.
Gabby will play a high school student learning from a terminally ill teacher named Cathy (Laura Linney), a suburban wife and mom who gets her groove back after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Forget those nasty comments about your weight, Gabby! You've proved to the world that stars come in all shapes and sizes – and we at HollywoodLife.com think you rock!


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Ba enjoyed a prolific 18-month spell with the Magpies, scoring 29 goals in 54 Premier League appearances, but he then angered many Toon fans by leaving the club at their lowest point to join the Blues.
Given Fernando Torres' latest poor showing in front of goal against Reading on Wednesday, Ba looks almost certain to be recalled to the starting line-up this weekend and Azpilicueta is sure the Senegalese will have his mind on the task in hand.
The Chelsea defender said: "I don't know how they (Newcastle fans) feel. Demba is a Chelsea player. He's going to do his best for Chelsea. It's true that he played very well there so I think they must be disappointed because he's a very good player, but he's going to be focused on the game."
Chelsea threw away a two-goal lead against the relegation-threatened Royals in midweek to emerge with only a point from the Madejski Stadium.
Sloppy marking allowed Adam Le Fondre to pounce twice in the final eight minutes after Frank Lampard and Juan Mata had given the visitors a seemingly comfortable lead.
Mata said afterwards: "There are no excuses. I don't know (if the collapse was down to a lack of belief), but it can't happen again.
"This match was very important because we had an opportunity to be closer to Manchester City and make the gap even bigger to the teams in fourth, fifth and sixth place but we didn't manage the game way we should have."
Interim manager Rafael Benitez is expected to confirm today whether Mata will be fit to take on Alan Pardew's side. The Spain international, who has been in excellent form for the Blues this term, hobbled off towards the end of the game at Reading with an ankle problem.


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Alabama's Nick Saban favored 9-game SEC schedules with new teams
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- Alabama coach Nick Saban wouldn't mind playing a ninth Southeastern Conference game every season.
Saban says with Texas A&M and Missouri giving the SEC 14 members, "you've almost got to play more games to get a true indication of who's the best team in the league."
He says other SEC coaches had reasons for disliking that format, either because it makes it harder to become bowl eligible or because they already have tough nonconference games like Florida-Florida State, Georgia-Georgia Tech and South Carolina-Clemson.
The Crimson Tide coach says he's also hoping the SEC can come up with a format where players get a chance to face every team during their careers.
The SEC has adopted a 6-1-1 schedule with teams likely to play six division games with one cross-division rival.


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Do you enjoy being a Team Lead but want more challenge in your work? Does the idea of "wheeling and dealing" over an item excite you? Then come join our team at EZCORP! Founded with 16 pawn stores in 1989, we have grown into a market leader in the specialty consumer finance industry, operating over 500 storefronts in 16 US states, as well as in Canada and Mexico. We are currently looking for a Team Lead/Shift Supervisor to work at one of our EZPAWN retail outlets.
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Rugs exist for many reasons, but one to them is to keep your toesies warm. The perfect way to keep them toasty in your geek home is to prop them up on frozen Han Solo. Because of how human bodies work, these highly-detailed Han Solo rugs are a great size to be a hallway runner, letting all who enter your abode know you are not to be trifled with. (And also that you're a huge Star Wars fan.) Line the sides of the hallway with "torches" made from lightsabers, and you've got the ultimate entryway for your geek pad. Make your doorbell play Imperial March for the pièce de résistance. Product Specifications Han Solo in Carbonite Floor Runner Officially-licensed Lucasfilm merchandise Choose small/medium (31 1/2" x 71 1/2") or large/x-large (39" x 90 1/2") Materials: 100% polyester Care Instructions: Clean spills immediately. Never rub a spill. Blot liquids with a dry absorbent white cloth or paper towel. Treat stains immediately using a proprietary cleaner or seek specialist advice. Imported Keep away from fire Dimensions: Small/medium - 31 1/2" x 71 1/2", large/x-large - 39" x 90 1/2"


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PARIS - Li Na lost her opening match at the French Open on Tuesday, the second reigning Australian Open champion to fall in the first round at this year's tournament.
Li, who won the title at Roland Garros in 2011, lost to Kristina Mladenovic of France 7-5, 3-6, 6-1.
In January, Li won the title in Melbourne, a day before Stan Wawrinka won his first major. Wawrinka lost in the first round of this year's French Open on Monday.


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Last week's relatively tame episode of "The Walking Dead" isn't a trend … Sunday's new episode, "Prey," is as tense an installment as we've seen all season, and offers the promise of an explosive final two episodes for Season 3.
[Related: Missed Last Week's Episode? Catch Up With Our Recap]
As these exclusive photos tease, The Governor faces enemies of the alive and walker variety, as Andrea witnesses something that may have her finally seeing just how bad -- psycho, actually -- her one-time love truly is.
But Andrea's not his only problem. She's not even his only human problem … let's just say lots of people are starting to see that Woodbury's leader is downward spiraling into a very dark place, and the living and undead alike are itching to get a piece of him in "Prey."
P.S. Prepare yourself, "Dead"-heads … after "Prey," there's just one episode left before "Welcome to the Tombs," the March 31 season finale.
"The Walking Dead" airs Sundays at 9 PM on AMC.


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Some clients of disgraced financier Bernard Madoff are concluding that their losses weren't as bad as originally thought.
Three organizations that invested heavily with the Wall Street money manager lowered their estimated losses this week as it became apparent that much of the money that vanished from their balance sheets probably never existed in the first place.
Madoff was arrested Dec. 11 after allegedly telling investigators he lost as much as $50 billion in client money in a giant Ponzi scheme in which money from new investors was used to pay profits to older ones.
This week, Yeshiva University, The American Technion Society and Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, released statements clarifying their losses.
In each case, the adjustment reflected a realization that the huge profits they thought they had made on their investments were probably fiction -- meaning their losses were partly fiction too.
Hadassah, which previously said it had $90 million placed with Madoff, clarified in a Dec. 29 letter that two thirds of that amount -- $60 million -- constituted the huge, but probably imaginary, profits that Madoff reported to the organization over two decades.
Hadassah's principal investment with Madoff, the letter said, totaled only $33 million. Another $7 million in Madoff funds, possibly real, possibly fraudulent, were donated by a French backer in 1988.
The American Technion Society, which provides support for one of Israel's leading science schools, made a similar calculation. Its initial investment with Madoff totaled $29 million. On paper, that grew to $72 million, but those profits probably weren't real either.
Yeshiva University said its principal investment with Madoff had totaled only $14.5 million, and that most of the $110 million in losses it had originally reported were phantom profits too.
Their disclosures illustrate one of the primary difficulties Madoff's investors will have in figuring out how much they are entitled to recover if funds are ever found to reimburse victims.
While some of his clients invested recently, others had put modest amounts of money into Madoff's hands decades ago and have been enjoying "profits" ever since.
For some, Madoff's steady annual returns of 10 percent or more ultimately produced vast sums of income that exceeded their initial investment -- meaning they unknowingly enjoyed the fruits of an alleged fraud at the expense of newcomers who never had time to take out profits.
The process of separating fact from fiction could take years.
It could be especially complicated at some of the huge hedge funds that pooled money from many well-heeled investors, then placed it in Madoff's hands.
Hedge fund firms like the Fairfield Greenwich Group, whose account statements showed $7.5 billion in Madoff investments at the time of his arrest, and Tremont Group Holdings Inc., whose funds held $3.3 billion, saw investors cycle varying amounts of cash in and out of their funds for years.
The exact details of who lost what may not become apparent until either Madoff or authorities reveal more about how his operation worked.


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TiVo is officially saying bye-bye to their rewards scheme, and any unused points must be spent by May 28, this year. To get the reward points blowout well underway, TiVo has added a few extra choices to the scheme, including a My DVR Expander drive, (28500 points); TiVo Rewards Entertainment Package (120,00 points) and a TiVo Rewards Ultimate Entertainment Package (150,000 points.) The entertainment packages will both offer TiVo HD with lifetime service and a TiVo Wireless Adapter, whilst the Ultimate package will come with a My DVR Expander drive, too. UPDATE: Looks like Dave at Zats Not Funny broke this story initially. Hit the link for his post.
TiVo Lovers, the blog responsible for breaking this story, has said a replacement rewards network is in the pipelines. It sure makes sense, and we would be totally bummed if there wasn't something in the works to commend our undying loyalty. We want rewards, dammit. [Zats Not Funny;TiVo Lovers via TiVoBlog]


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As soon as the ball left his foot Patrick Clarke turned his back and fled. He fled in the direction of the scoreboard showing no time left on the clock. Toward the scoreboard that was updating UB's point total with finality. He kept running and running because closing in were a couple tons worth of teammates eager to bury him beneath the victory pile.
A 47-yard field goal for the win? That's nothing. The real pressure comes when you're anointed the hero, lose the footrace and end up the low man in the mountain of humanity. That's when the ending becomes truly breathtaking.
"I was trying to get away from the dog pile as fast as I could because I knew it was coming," Clarke said.
While Clarke lined up the field goal that would deliver UB's 27-24 victory over Miami, senior defensive end Steven Means contemplated no less important matters: Where's the victory shampoo? The thought went through his head when Devin Campbell put UB (2-7, 1-4) in field goal position with a stunning 47-yard kickoff return after the RedHawks tied the score with 23 seconds left.
"I go right to the Gatorade and I get the Gatorade ready because I'm like, 'We got the win and I'm dumping this on coach Quinn,'" Means said. "Me, [Khalil] Mack, Willie [Moseley] … we all got our heads down and we just hear the crowd go crazy. We just went straight to the Gatorade."
The sights and sounds of victory returned to UB Stadium for the first time in a long time Saturday afternoon. Never mind that conquest of Morgan State in early September. That was a step-down game. A scheduled win. Not since Nov. 19 of last year had the Bulls beaten a team of the same ilk, an FBS team, a Mid-American Conference team. Miami (4-5, 3-2) arrived thinking "division title" after last week's conquest of Ohio U.
"It might have been the greatest win of my career," Means said. "Just to come from fighting so hard every week, knowing the coaches got a good game plan every week, and we come up short. And today, I don't have no regrets. I left it all on the line and I felt every man out there did the same."
Victory rode out of UB Stadium on the shoulders of a cast of dozens. Branden Oliver ran for 199 yards and a touchdown. Joe Licata threw two TDs as the injury replacement for Alex Zordich. The defense, and particularly the secondary, played its finest game of the year in trying to defense Zac Dysert, one of the best passing quarterbacks in the nation.
Backup quarterback Tony Daniel dropped the snap on a fourth-quarter field goal try but recovered to throw for a first down. Fred Lee dropped a Licata pass early then made a sliding catch for the temporary go-ahead TD with 5:36 left. Campbell lost a fumble on one of his two carries but returned to play a starring role on the game's final kickoff. Redemption reigned.
"I was like, I got to make up for what I did losing the ball," Campbell said. "I saw the whole kickoff team flow to the right so I'm like I'm going to go left, and I saw how open it was. I didn't know where I was at. After I got up off the ground I saw we were in field goal range."
Fourteen seconds remained. UB ran Oliver up the middle for 5 yards to the Miami 30, called its final timeout. Out came Clarke, who made a career-high 49-yarder at the same end earlier.
"Away from the scoreboard I think I had maybe 55, 60," Clarke said of his wind-aided range. "The other way was pretty tough. The wind was blowing pretty hard."
Circumstances conspired to give Clarke his game-winning shot. Seconds earlier the game appeared headed for overtime. A minute before that it appeared UB would wrap up the win in regulation. Instead, Dysert threw for a first down on fourth-and-20 after a conversion earlier in the drive on fourth-and-4. And he did it by feeding the ball into holes barely bigger than the ball itself, a trick he completed again on a 5-yard TD throw to Nick Harwell with 23 seconds left. It was their third TD connection on the day.
UB played its best defensive half of the season to open the game. Sometimes it forced Dysert into quick throws with pressure. Other times the Bulls flooded the secondary and challenged him to find open receivers. Dysert produced a couple how-did-he-do-that completions, but for the most part UB held him and his receiving corps in check. The first half numbers: 5 of 15 passing for 35 yards.
A stymied passing game, coupled with Miami's general ineffectiveness on the ground, left the RedHawks with just 83 yards of offense in the first half and a 29-yard field goal by freshman Kaleb Patterson, one of the heroes in last week's upset of No. 22 Ohio.
Miami's lead lasted a second more than two minutes as UB responded following a short kickoff that tight end Jimmy Gordon returned 17 yards to the 43. The Bulls advanced to the Miami 32, from where Clarke matched his career best with a 49-yard field goal with the wind at his back.
Licata was 7 of 13 passing for 35 yards in the half, numbers diminished when Lee and Rudy Johnson dropped pinpoint passes that would have been good for mid-range gains. Meanwhile, the Bulls received quality play from their secondary. Safety Derek Brim provided help over the top to deprive Harwell of a chance at a 45-yard touchdown catch. Extra defensive back Marqus Baker nearly picked off one pass and had a key breakup on another.
Both offenses got it going in the second half, right up until the very end. Until Clarke turned and ran toward a final scoreboard that for once showed numbers to UB's liking.
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