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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Colorado Rockies can't get out of Los Angeles fast enough.
The Rockies managed just two runs in the three-game series that ended with the Dodgers winning 4-1 on Sunday. In the three games, they never got a baserunner past second base, totaled just 12 hits and struck out 41 times.
"It was just a terrible series. Way too many strikeouts," said Rockies slugger Carlos Gonzalez. "Not creating situations for each other. It was just bad overall.
"I feel like the entire series was our fault. The pitchers did a great job. (Jorge De La Rosa) gave us a chance to win and we didn't. (Jon) Gray pitched great today. You just have to blame it on the offense. You can't win if you don't score."
The Rockies hope they can re-ignite their offense in San Francisco during a three-game set with the Giants.
"Whatever happens, you can't change it," Gonzalez said of the Rockies' lost weekend. "That's the way that you have to take it. Put it in the past, and show up tomorrow and try to win the game. Just try to get better at-bats."
Daniel Descalso provided the Rockies' only run with a homer on a 3-2 pitch from reliever Casey Fein with one out in the seventh.
"Yeah, this was a bad series offensively," Rockies manager Walt Weiss said. "We just didn't perform well. The offense got derailed this series, for whatever reason, but we'll get it going."
The Dodgers completed the three-game sweep behind Brandon McCarthy's five scoreless innings in his first start in 14 months. Trayce Thompson and Yasmani Grandal each hit solo home runs.
Recovering from Tommy John surgery, McCarthy (1-0) held the Rockies to a pair of singles in his first major league start since April 25, 2015. He struck out eight and walked one as the Dodgers won their ninth straight game at home.
Thompson homered to right-center off Gray (5-4) to lead off the second inning, giving the Dodgers a 1-0 lead as they won for the sixth time in seven games overall.
After Thompson's homer, Gray lost it for about 10 minutes. He hit a batter and walked three in a row to force in a second run before Justin Turner's RBI single made it 3-0 that could have been worse if Brandon Barnes had not thrown out Grandal at home on the play.
"Seeing someone warming up in the bullpen whenever you're out there in the second inning, that's not a good feeling," Gray said. "I just told myself, 'I only have a few more pitches to do this. The time is now. We got to get out of this and make some pitches.'"
He didn't give up another run, pitching six innings before coming out.
Grandal led off the eighth with a home run off reliever Chad Qualls that landed over the left-center field wall, just beyond the grasp of a leaping Charlie Blackmon.
Corey Seager lined a hard single to right in the first inning to extend his hitting streak to 16 games, tying him with Miami's Marcel Ozuna for the longest in the National League this season. Seager went 2 for 4 and is hitting .415 during the streak (25 for 67).
Kenley Jansen pitched a scoreless ninth for his 24th save.
For McCarthy, the start was his fifth in a Dodgers uniform since signing a four-year, $48 million contract before last season. He was 3-0 in four starts before the elbow injury that required surgery.
Since getting the news that Clayton Kershaw was going on the disabled list, Los Angeles starters (Kenta Maeda, Bud Norris, Scott Kazmir and McCarthy) over the last four games have given up one run and eight hits in 23 innings.
The Rockies have scored just two runs in their last four games in Los Angeles, and one run or less in seven of their last 10 games, dating back to May 17, 2015. The Rockies are 5-17 in Los Angeles since June 16, 2014.
Rockies: RHP Tyler Chatwood (back), sidelined since June 18, will start for the Rockies against the Giants. ... SS Trevor Story was "much, much better" as he recovers from a finger injury, Weiss said. "He's swinging in the cage and looks really good. It's just a matter of if he gets jammed or hits a ball off the end of the bat, how is it going to affect him." Story pinch-hit in the eighth and struck out.
Dodgers: Hyun-Jin Ryu could return to the Dodgers' rotation as early as this week, said Dodgers President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman. Ryu has made eight rehab starts as he recovers from surgery to repair his left shoulder, which has sidelined him since the beginning of the 2015 season. The Dodgers are deciding if Ryu needs one more rehab start.
Rockies: LHP Tyler Anderson (0-2, 2.66) will make his fifth start of his career Monday against the San Francisco Giants. The Rockies are 1-3 in Anderson's four starts and have scored a combined three runs while Anderson has been pitching.
Dodgers: LHP Julio Urias (1-2, 4.09) makes the eight start of his career Monday in the July 4 opener of a three-game series with the Baltimore Orioles, his first interleague start. In his last five starts, Urias is 1-1 with a 2.49 ERA with 34 strikeouts in 25 1/3 innings.
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Today my one and only sibling, my younger sister Cori, turns 40. I wish I could be there to help her celebrate. We don't get to see each other very often as she is a busy artist living in Dallas.
Here are some pictures throughout the years.
We are about 2 1/2 years apart.
Her second birthday. (Somebody doesn't look happy. Jealous me, probably.)
Easter, unsure of the year. I would guess I am 13 and she is 10 here.
Her 16th birthday. (Look how skinny Mom is. And here she is only a year older than I am now.)
Her homecoming dance, I think, taken with a friend of hers.
I think this is when I was 22 and in my master's program and she was 20 and away at college.
My wedding. I am 25 and she is almost 23.
Seeing her niece for the first time.
Visiting us in Kentucky, April 2000.
About a week before her wedding, June 2005.
Her wedding day, July 2005.
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Help Us Get Our Lives Back/
By Andrea Giles, Guest Columnist
I am a 49-year old disabled nurse living in Wyoming. Since 2010, I have been diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis, phantom limb pain and severe osteoarthritis with multiple major joint deformities. My remaining knee is now bone on bone, requiring me to use a wheelchair.
I lost my right leg and half of my pelvis after a total hip replacement due to the osteoarthritis, after which I developed a severe MRSA bacterial infection that resulted in the total hip disarticulation. I've had horrible phantom limb pain since the amputation. I also had 2 failed spinal fusions, leaving me with chronic back pain and nerve damage. Since 2010, I have had a total of 52 surgeries.
From 2010 to 2016, I was treated with opioid medication by a pain management physician, with a stable, safe, effective and legal regimen. I followed all of the requirements, such as urine drug tests, pill counts, using the same pharmacy, etc.
Then, at an appointment in 2016, my physician told me that because of the CDC guidelines, he would no longer prescribe opioid medication to me. I was forced off my high dose (120MME) cold turkey. I was lucky, as I didn't experience withdrawal symptoms other than the reappearance of severe, intractable pain.
I tried to use NSAIDS for the pain and developed a severe, life threatening reaction to them called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. I came very close to death and was in intensive care for 6 weeks. Because of that, I will be unable to take NSAIDs for the rest of my life.
Because of the MRSA infection, no physician will perform any further surgeries or steroid injections on me because of the risk of activating another infection.
I have tried acupuncture, massage, chiropractic therapy, mirror therapy, physical therapy, water therapy, many different herbal and nutritional supplements, aromatherapy, music therapy, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy and mindfulness. All without relief of the severe, intractable pain.
When I was forced off opioids, I also lost my career as a very good ER nurse. I went from a functional member of society to a home-bound, miserable person who hurts too badly to keep my house clean like I always prided myself on. Many days I'm in too much pain to even shower or complete daily activities of living.
My husband and children have lost the wife and mother they were able to interact with, go places with, share activities with, everything. I have gained 50 pounds because the pain has left me unable to exercise.
After I stopped taking opioids, I developed hypertension. Before, my blood pressure had never been higher than 130/80. Now I take medication for high blood pressure and it is still usually around 150/90.
I also developed heart arrhythmia and last year suffered 2 sudden cardiac arrests. I only survived because both times they were witnessed by my husband, who is also an ER nurse, so he immediately started CPR. The cardiologist could find no underlying causes and told me that the arrhythmia and cardiac arrests were probably due to longstanding, untreated severe pain.
There is no physician that I can find that will accept me as a chronic pain patient and my primary care doctor refuses to prescribe opioids anymore. I have literally tried every pain management physician in Wyoming and in Montana, which would have required a 6 to 7-hour drive for each appointment.
I, along with many other intractable pain patients, are working feverishly contacting our congressional representatives, federal government and civil rights groups, begging for help -- for anyone in a position of power to hear our cries of medical abandonment and neglect.
Our pleas mostly fall on deaf ears, as the government has convinced the media and the public that pain patients are all addicts and use opioids only to get high. They site false overdose statistics and refuse to acknowledge that while opioid prescriptions have declined -- causing devastating effects on the pain community -- the overdose rate continues to climb because the clear majority of overdoses are due to heroin, illicit fentanyl or polypharmacy with multiple drugs.
Many intractable pain patients are committing suicide because untreated pain takes away their quality of life and the will to live – something they had with legally prescribed and effective doses of opioid medication.
We are desperate. We don't want to get high. We just want to make informed decisions with our physicians about our own healthcare, to regain access to opioid medication, and to get our lives back!
Andrea Giles lives in Wyoming with her family.
Pain News Network invites other readers to share their stories with us. Send them to email@example.com.
The information in this column should not be considered as professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It is for informational purposes only and represents the author's opinions alone. It does not inherently express or reflect the views, opinions and/or positions of Pain News Network.


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D – The stylish anniversary party of the company Fare Schirmwerk was held in Cologne on June 25, 2015. The family company, which is not only well-known as an umbrella expert on the promotional products market, has already existed for 60 years now.
The anniversary celebrations were highlighted by excellent catering, a successful – also visually – review of the company's history, concise and entertaining statements by CEO Volker Griesel and surprises prepared by the staff. There was plenty to enjoy for the guests, who had come from all over the world. In additional to professional entertainment, among other things a magician, who had been flown in especially for the occasion from Italy, presented umbrellas in a very new, surprising and spectacular way.
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Team Building in Aberdeen
Imagine racing past medieval buildings on the hunt for clues during a fun filled treasure hunt, tucking into a sumptuous feast whilst solving a Hollywood Homicide murder mystery, or taking in the majestic 'Granite City' during a thrilling taxi treasure hunt. With magnificent architecture and a lively air, Aberdeen is sure to impress whether you are looking for the excitement of one of our Activity Days, or the 'race against time' aspect of an Enigma Challenge.
Standing proud on a thriving oil and gas industry, along with a seafaring and agricultural heritage, it's no surprise that Aberdeen is one of the most prosperous cities in Scotland. Look out for sights such as Marischal College and St Machar's Cathedral and be sure to save yourself a little time for retail therapy in this stylish and contemporary city.
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Inspired by the royal residence of Balmoral Castle, a few miles upstream, this 4 star 19th Century mansion house is situated 3 miles outside the city centre of Aberdeen, in 30 acres of countryside. A great choice for your next team build in Aberdeen.
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Crochet Flower Aphrodite
You'll need
You can choose any yarn you like to crochet this flower. Just to give you an idea of the size, with cotton thread size 10 and a 2 mm crochet hook, the flower is going to be about 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter.
You will also need a needle to weave in loose ends and a pair of scissors.
With first color make a magic ring.
- Round 1: Ch 1, 5 sc in the ring, pull the thread end to tighten the ring, join with sl st in first sc.
- Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st in first sc.
- Round 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st in first sc. Fasten off.
- Round 4: Working in front loops only, join second color with sl st in any sc (front loop), * ch 3, 1 tr in same sc, 2 tr in each of next 2 sc, 1 tr in next sc, ch 3, sl st in same sc and in next sc; repeat from * 5 times. Fasten off.
- Round 5: Working behind petals in back loops only, join third color with sl st in back loop of first sc of next petal, * ch 4, 1 dtr in same st, 2 dtr in each of next 2 sts, 1 dtr in next st, ch 4, sl st in same st and in next st; repeat from * 5 times.
Fasten off and weave in loose ends.
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Walking monsters made from rubber.
Clockwork creatures, wind them up and watch them go... causing a trail of destruction across your desktop. These wind-up monsters have added function however, their bodies are made from eraser rubber so you can rub out your mistakes as well as wiping out miniature cities of terrified citizens.
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So, your sunscreen's SPF label may be lying to you
If you were under the impression sunscreen companies were always honest, you're in for a rude awakening. I'm sorry to be the bearer of this news but the amount of SPF written on your sunscreen bottles isn't always the same amount that's in the sunscreen itself. In fact, it could be way less than what you think you're getting.
Consumer Reports came out with its 2018 report of the best sunscreens and, along with the rankings, revealed some pretty shocking stuff that made my naive, sun-fearing jaw literally drop.
According to CBS News, in lab tests of 73 lotion, stick, or spray sunscreens, Consumer Reports uncovered 24 products that had less than half of their purported SPF values.
For refresher: SPF is the protective factor that shields you from UVB rays; for UVA and UVB protection, you need to look out for broad spectrum SPF. These sunscreens may still be effective but definitely not as effective as you're being led to believe, which completely confused me because both SPF and broad spectrum designations are regulated by the FDA.
Related article: The skin care products you really need
I spoke to FDA representative Sandy Walsh, who explained that manufacturers themselves are responsible for meeting the regulations set forth by the FDA with their own testing and submission of results; testing is not typically conducted by the agency itself. The FDA can inspect manufacturers, though, and if sunscreen brands are discovered not to be meeting the regulations, they're then subject to FDA action.
Sunscreen manufacturers get around some other FDA rules with calculated marketing language, like using the word "sport" to imply more durability because "sweatproof" and "waterproof" claims are banned. In addition to "sport," there are no official guidelines for what "dermatologist recommended," "hypoallergenic," "clinically proven," "natural," and "mineral" mean on cosmetics labels.
Consumer Reports found the best sunscreens, both in presenting the most accurate SPF information and in effectiveness, are:
- La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Melt-In Sunscreen Milk ($19.99, dermstore.com)
- Equate (Walmart) Sport Lotion SPF 50 ($4.98; walmart.com)
- BullFrog Land Sport Quik Gel SPF 50 ($8.49; walmart.com)
- Coppertone WaterBabies SPF 50 Lotion ($6.38; walmart.com)
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50 best literary gifts for modern-day book lovers
Gift-giving is all about passing a real object from hand to hand. It's followed by one of the most anticipated life pleasures – unpacking a gift box and see what's inside.
Print books are great gifts by themselves. You can't say the same about ebooks. However, if someone loves reading, the real book is not her or his only dream.
While many readers are already dedicated fans of ebooks, they can still keep that delightful feeling of dealing with beautiful objects. This post is about to show how many daily things can remind you that there is a book waiting for you on a bedside table.
It's all about changing a perspective and thinking for a minute about what a modern-day book lover would need. Because a Kindle ebook is not the only gift the Kindle owner would appreciate.
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What about anything that expresses the love for books? Posters, t-shirts, mugs, throw pillows, jewelry? Or maybe DIY bookish gifts?
There are several paths to follow. You can pick up a design that refers to a favorite book. You can choose from beautifully visualized book quotes. You can select a design that is a clear statement of someone's addiction to books. Finally, you can choose from book and library-scented candles and perfumes.
Best of all, there are many literary gifts that you can personalize. You can either add your own text, pick up an exceptional design, or even include own picture.
In this regularly updated list, you will find the gifts for Christmas, Mother's or Father's Day, or for you beloved one's birthday. If this overview is missing an item, please share it on social media or send us a hint via the contact form.
50 best literary gifts for modern-day book lovers
Posters & home
Coffee and Books Scented Candle. This scented candle will remind you of the best moments spent with books and coffee.
A perfectly cute scent combines aged paper and Italian cappuccino, with gentle notes of brown sugar. The candle is available in three sizes, from 2 to 8 oz, and is made of 100% soy wax. ⇢ Etsy – from $7.
Rupi Kaur Poems Literary Tapestry Room Decor. It's one of literary bestsellers on Etsy. Created by The Book Tales, this customized cotton-poly tapestry features poems by Rupi Kaur. Its dimensions are 60 × 51 inches (150 × 130 cm). ⇢ Etsy – $37.
"A Room Without Books" Poster. Even if you've completely switched to the Kindle, you can hang this stylish poster on a wall in a living room, because the format of the book doesn't really matter. A room where there is a Kindle is a room full of books.
The poster is a part of a fantastic literary series from Toronto-based Design Different studio. You can order it printed in one of eight sizes, from 8 × 10 to 24 × 34 inches. ⇢ Amazon – from $19.99.
"Just One More Chapter" Pillow Cover. Who doesn't want to spend just a few more minutes with a favorite book?
The phrase most often used by book lovers makes more sense on some things and less on other things. The pillow is perfect.
This beautifully designed pillow cover is one of literary best sellers on Etsy. You can also buy it together with an insert. ⇢ Etsy – $22.
Folding Book Lamp. Here is a different, and very creative, idea. What would you think about the bedside lamp that looks like an open book?
The design from Leditop features three light color options which you can change by closing and opening the book. Best of all, the lamp has its own battery, so you can use it even when there is no power. And when you don't use it, just put it back on a bookshelf. ⇢ Amazon – $32.
"Readers Gonna Read" Adult Coloring Poster. This is one of the most creative literary gifts. Instead of a coloring book, gift this coloring poster! It gives fun when you fill it with colors, and it will brighten up every place once you hang it on the wall.
The poster is created by a talented Polish designer Anna Grunduls. It is 19 × 27 inches (50 × 70 cm) and comes in a sturdy poster tube. ⇢ Amazon – $14.99.
Mark Twain Quote Poster. A typographic poster with a quote by Mark Twain: "A person who won't read has no advantage over one who can't read."
The artwork is available in four sizes. The smallest one is 12 × 16 in, the biggest – 24 × 32. You can also order it framed. ⇢ Redbubble – $22.85.
"Anne of Green Gables" Literature Art Print. A beautiful typography artwork by Islay's Terrace, with a quote from Lucy Maud Montgomery's novel Anne of Green Gables: "Life is worth living as long as there's a laugh in it."
The print comes in four sizes, from 5 × 7 to 12 × 18 in. ⇢ Amazon – $14.99.
Shakespeare Insults Poster. A tribute to Shakespeare's dagger-like wit, featuring 100 of his greatest zingers!
The poster's size is 18 × 24 in (46 × 61 cm). It's printed on thick, certified archival paper, and each copy is signed by the artist. ⇢ Amazon – $29.
Certified Book Addict Poster. A gorgeous design from a lettering collection by a talented illustrator Risa Rodil. The design is available on photo prints, art prints, canvas prints, among others.
There are many sizes to choose from. The large frame print is 16 × 22.6 inches. ⇢ Redbubble – from $10.64.
"Read Me a Story" Nursery Print. A beautiful typographic print perfect for a children's room: "Read me a story, tuck me in tight, tell me you love me, kiss me goodnight." Printed on 320 g distinctive quality card, A3 size.
The text can be printed in five colors: Deep Pink, Grey, Teal, Vintage Blue and Bright Orange. ⇢ Etsy – $24.
Dr. Seuss Quote Poster. Sweet Peony Press created a minimalist, beautifully designed typographic layout with a quote from Dr. Seuss: "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go."
You can order the design in one of three dimensions: 5 × 7, 8 × 10 or 11 × 14 inches. The artwork is printed digitally with archival inks on 100 lb matte white paper. ⇢ Etsy – $10.
"Today a Reader" Eye Chart. The text on this creative eye chart reads: "Today a reader, tomorrow a leader." The poster is printed on heavyweight 270 gsm matte fine art paper, using archival pigment-based ink for outstanding image quality.
There are two sizes to choose from: either 8 × 10 inches or 10 × 12 inches. ⇢ Amazon – $6.99.
Antique Books Scented Candle. From Werther & Gray comes a series of scented candles inspired by books and literature. The leading scent is Antique Books – company's original recipe that replicates the scent of aged books.
Among Werther & Gray's most popular literary candles are Mary Shelley, Oscar Wilde, Flannery O'Connor, and Edgar Allan Poe. ⇢ Etsy – $18.99.
Harry Potter Quidditch Throw Pillow Cover. A gift idea not only for Harry Potter fans – an original design by Laura Wright Studio printed on a super soft cushion cover.
The design is printed on both sides of the pillow cover. You can order a custom print, as well. ⇢ Etsy – $29.50.
Form & Flux "Enchanted Library" Candle. This soy wax candle, designed and hand-crafted by Form & Flux, gives a marvelous feeling similar to that of being surrounded by shelves filled with books.
Light the candle and you'll feel the aromas of vanilla, parchment, honey and coffee beans, all gently blended into a unique scent. Just like all other Form & Flux candles, "Enchanted Library" is made with natural soy wax and essential oils. The minimum burn time is 25 hours. ⇢ Etsy – $16.95.
Dramatic "The End" Bookend. It's one of the most popular bookend designs. Created by Fred & Friends, and called "The End" it says just that: the books look like they'll fall on the small man who tries to save his life.
The bookend is made from powder coated steel and measures 4.5 × 7 × 5 inches. ⇢ Amazon – $24.29.
Arrow Magnetic Bookends. These bookends from Peleg Design are extremely clever. They look like floating above the surface.
The illusion is created by using magnets in the arrows. Thanks to them the arrows can be drawn to metal holders hidden behind the covers of the last books. ⇢ Amazon – $19.99.
Personalized Library Sign. A perfect gift for a family of book lovers. This sophisticated artwork can be placed at the entrance to a home library. It measures 8 × 10 or 11 × 14 inches. It's printed digitally on matte ivory paper (100 lb).
In a message to seller please provide the text to be included in the sign. ⇢ Etsy – $24.
Jane Austen Quote Pillow. "A declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading." Especially when you read in a cozy sofa on a cute pillow from the Pillow Geek.
The pillow measures 12 × 18 inches, and you get both the cover and insert. ⇢ Etsy – $24.95.
The Literary Tea Collection. A wonderful gift for everyone who loves reading books: a collection of literary tea blends created by First Edition Tea Co. Five delicious blends are offered: Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre, Alice in Wonderland, The Great Gatsby, and Sherlock Holmes.
The blends are hand-crafted in Toronto in small batches from high-quality ingredients. They are available in 50 g tins. ⇢ Etsy – $13.
"Good Book" Spoon. This stamped teaspoon is perfect for all of the bibliophiles out there. "Cozy up with a good story and a cup of tea, give it a little stir with your new spoon and off you go on a bookish adventure."
As metal stamping is a careful process done by hand, there will be slight variations in letter depth and placement compared to the picture above. If you order a set of six spoons, each one will be truly unique. ⇢ Amazon – $20.
E-reading – devices & cases
Kindle Paperwhite 4. The long-expected 4th-generation Paperwhite is the most exciting Kindle in years, and the only e-reader you need.
The Paperwhite is waterproof. You can take it to a bath or swimming pool, and even if it drop 2 meters under water, nothing will happen to it. The new Kindle will enable you to listen to Audible audiobooks. The bigger storage (8 or 32 GB) will let you upload hundreds of audiobooks for offline playing.
Finally, there is a sleek design, with a smooth glass front, giving more pleasure from reading than ever before. ⇢ Amazon – $129.99.
Personalized Kindle Case from Caseable. Caseable is a #1 destination for unique and personalized tablet and Kindle cases. The site offers hundreds of trendy designs for Kindle Paperwhite and other e-readers, created by most talented designers from around the world and curated by the Caseable team. What's more, you will be able to personalize the visual you select.
On Caseable, you can browse designs in several categories, from abstract patterns, to cartoons, to fashion, to nature, to typography, to celebrities. ⇢ Caseable – $29.90.
Colorful LED Book Light. Who said book lights have to be boringly black? From French Bull comes a series of insanely colorful LED book lights that could be used for reading print books and ebooks (if your e-reader doesn't have a built-in light).
Each light has an adjustable neck that will allow you to evenly light the page. It comes with two lithium coin cell batteries. You can fold it completely for easy transport. ⇢ Amazon – $9.99.
KleverCase Book Cover for Kindle. These wonderful covers are handmade in England using traditional bookbinding techniques. Each cover is slimline, lightweight, durable and splash proof – and perfectly imitates the look and feel of a classic hardcover book.
A number of classic covers is available, including To Kill a Mockingbird, The Secret Garden, and Pride and Prejudice (shown above). ⇢ Amazon – $25.
Vintage Children Books Smartphone Case. This durable case features a nostalgic photo of book spines of popular children's books. It's scratch resistant – made from polycarbonate used for motorcycle helmets. The full-color, high-quality image is printed all over the case.
Available for latest models of iPhone and Samsung Galaxy. ⇢ Etsy – $30.
"Sense and Sensibility" Book Wallet Smartphone Case. Chiclit Designs offer this classic book cover art on cases for several models, including iPhone, Samsung, LG, and Google Pixel.
The artwork is permanently printed on a high-quality PU leather wallet case, providing durable protection for your smartphone. It includes interior credit card slots, and a large pocket for cash.
In Chiclit Design shop on Etsy, you can find almost fifty smartphone cases that are featuring book covers from classic novels. ⇢ Etsy – $29.
BluCase Sleeve for Tablets and E-readers. BluCase is our favorite Etsy shop offering e-reader and tablet accessories. It offers high-quality sleeves for many models, all in trendy colors. They are made from durable printed linen and 5 mm foam for extra protection.
There is a long list of supported models, including latest Kindle, Kobo, or Nook. You can also place the custom order by sending a message to seller with exact dimensions of your e-reader or tablet. ⇢ Etsy – $19.99.
Jewelry & accessories
Upcycled Book Lover's Ivory Rose Dangle Earrings. These beautiful earrings are made from the pages of recycled books, and are a perfect combination of elegance and geek chic.
The earrings are featuring surgical steel ear wires to ensure they are hypoallergenic. ⇢ Etsy – $29.
"To Kill A Mockingbird" Book Brooch. One of the most beautiful gifts for book lovers, this finch brooch is made from original pages from damaged copies of Harper Lee's classic book.
Each brooch is different. The text is always carefully selected to include names of major characters or famous passages. ⇢ Etsy – $13.
"Hot Girls Read" Coffee Mug. A solid white 11oz mug, with a text "hot girls read" and a pair of glasses. The design is only on one side, handle on the right. ⇢ Etsy – $14.50.
Books Are Better Pin Badge. This is just one from dozens of lovely literary accessories created by Fable & Black and offered on Etsy.
The pin features the famous quote by George R.R. Martin: "Sleep is good and books are better." You can choose it to be placed on either a badge or pocket mirror. ⇢ Etsy – from $3.
Kafka Coffee Mug. Obvious State is famous for minimalist literature-inspired posters, but the shop also offers brilliant mugs. One of them is shown above. "Finally, a mug as absurd as Kafka. And like Kafka's work, its contents are dark and invigorating. See what we did there?"
The mug is 15 oz and is dishwasher safe. ⇢ Etsy – $16.
Binge-Reading Kit. A must-have accessory for every book lover. This binge-reading kit from Pinch Provisions includes: microfiber cloth for glasses or e-reader, decision coin, three bookmarks, ear plugs, lip balm, hand lotion, two coasters (2), "read & weep" facial tissues, reading light, facial cleansing towelettes, and thumb page holder. ⇢ Amazon – $22.99.
Harry Potter "Espresso Patronum" Coffee Mug. A paraphrase of "Expecto Patronum," a famous spell from Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban, is perfect for a coffee mug.
The mug is 11 ounces and has a glossy finish. It's dishwasher and microwave safe. ⇢ Amazon – $14.99.
Great Gatsby Cufflinks. These stylish cufflinks are inspired by the classic of American literature, F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby. "They are a special and classic way to mark a graduation, in both senses of the word!"
The cufflinks are 16 mm in size and set with a glass lens to seal in the paper. ⇢ Etsy – $24.95.
Miniature Book Keychain. A great little gift from Akinto. This miniature book is hand-crafted in recycled leather and features a silver finish feather charm to a brown cord.
Akinto shop offers dozens of vintage accessories that will inspire you and uplift your spirit. Besides miniature books, you'll find here gorgeous lockets with inspirational quotes from books. ⇢ Etsy – $20.
"Not All Those Who Wander Are Lost" Spiral Necklace. This quirky necklace is perfect for both book lovers and adventure seekers. It features aluminum scroll stamped with J.R.R. Tolkien's famous quote "Not all those who wander are lost." ⇢ Etsy – $20.
Librarian Bracelet. A Likely Story is a shop famous for highly original bracelets that consist of a few charms – each one displays one letter of a book statement.
Above, you see the bracelet forming the word "librarian." The silver-colored letter beads are replicas of old fashioned typewriter keys. ⇢ Etsy – $39.95.
"Book Nerd" Enamel Pin. This one-inch cloisonne hard enamel pin in black nickel features the text "book nerd," and comes from a collection of gorgeous bookish gifts handmade by Andrew Brozyna.
Among other pins, Night Owl Book Club will definitely draw you attention. We also love Book Wyrm design. ⇢ Etsy – $10.20.
Padded Book Pouch with Pen Loop. If you want to make sure nothing will happen to the book you are currently reading, think about getting the book pouch.
The one from Lukie Dukie is both funny and functional. It's padded for extra protection, and features a text: "Read books, drink wine, eat chocolate, take naps." ⇢ Etsy – $15.
Read Eyeglass Ceramic Ring Chain. This gorgeous piece of jewelry is made of leather and a stamped porcelain ring, and you can use it as a holder for your reading glasses.
The chain fastens with a lobster claw. You can adjust its length from 26 inches to 28 inches. ⇢ Etsy – $20.
Coffee Book Lover's Bangle Bracelet. From Little Frou Frous comes a beautiful stackable bangle bracelet that features book and coffee cup charms and a little glass bead in the shape of a coffee bean.
The bracelet is available in silver or golden tone, and is adjustable between 2.5 and 3 inches. ⇢ Amazon – $17.
Clothing & fashion
Library Due Date Pregnancy T-shirt. Now, an iconic library due date design can show the world when the new book lover will be born!
The shirt is a fun and unique gift for the book-loving woman in your life. The library due date typography is carefully applied by hand.
You can, obviously, customize the message, by writing down in a message to seller what text to appear in the blank fields of the card. ⇢ Etsy – $35.
"She Reads Books" T-shirt. A beautiful design by Kat Parella shows Annie Dillard's quote: "She reads books as one would breathe air, to fill up and live." The artwork works on all dark tee colors.
You can pick up one of over 150 clothing style, not only t-shirts but also long sleeves, polos, tank tops, or sweatshirts. ⇢ Zazzle – $24.50.
"Read Eat Sleep Repeat" T-shirt. A simple and bold statement in a minimalist treatment. On the picture above you see the red women's fitted scoop t-shirt, but you can select from over ten other clothing styles, both for women and men.
The sizes are from XS to XL. You can order to have the print on the front or back side of the t-shirt. ⇢ Redbubble – $30.
Lit Happens T-shirt. From Writers' Fort comes a clever t-shirt perfect not only for aspiring authors but also librarians or avid readers. "One day you sit down in front of your computer and suddenly lit happens."
For women, men, and kids. Forty colors and over one hundred styles to choose from, including long sleeves and sport t-shirts. ⇢ Zazzle – from $21.
Book Lover T-shirt. Design by Lim Heng Swee. An image every book lover knows – now on a t-shirt.
Color: Dark Kelly Green. Regular fit for women and men. Five sizes: from S to 2XL. There is also a version for kids. ⇢ Threadless – $22.50.
Banned Books Tote Bag. An Out of Print original design to celebrate banned books and Banned Books Week. The design is printed on heavyweight cotton canvas. There is an inner pocket.
The bag is 13.5 inches wide × 15.5 inches high, with a 10-inch strap. ⇢ Amazon – $18.
Pride and Prejudice Scarf. A unique gift for a book lover: a stylish infinite/loop scarf with quotes from Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. Super soft modal blend, with raw edges.
The scarf measures: 62 inches (158 cm) around, and 28 inches(71 cm) wide. ⇢ Amazon – $25.50.
John Green Quote Scarf. This large 55-inch square scarf features one of the most popular quotes by John Green: "Some infinities are bigger than other infinities." The print is available on front and back. The scarf is made from a microfiber polyester and has a slightly transparent effect.
This tremendously adorable typographic layout was designed by Risa Rodil. It's also available on t-shirts, posters, and accessories. ⇢ Redbubble – $32.
Books Are Lit A.F. T-shirt. Make a bold statement with this Lit A.F. t-shirt from Boots Tees. The t-shirt is lightweight, made of 100% 4.3 oz soft-spun cotton. The design is printed directly into the shirt with a high-end garment printer.
Available in unisex, women's and junior sizes. ⇢ Etsy – $24.
Romeo and Juliet Printed Tights. From Coline Design comes a series of literary tights, and one of them features passages from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. These opaque soft microfiber tights are hand-printed on the front.
"Printed Tights are a hot fashion trend that adds a touch of style to any dress, skirt, or shorts." ⇢ Etsy – $24.90.
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Where to buy literary gifts?
If you are eager to find more examples of literary gifts and accessories, make sure to check out online stores from our recommendation list:
Etsy – this is the biggest online store with handmade goods. The selection of bookish gifts is impressive, so Etsy is a must-see destination, especially if you want to gift something unique in style. As all items are made to order, there are several ways to add a personal message, also for the bookish items listed above.
Zazzle – the store offers a huge variety of merchandise, from clothing, to home decor, to personal accessories. Users can upload own image, or pick up one of thousands available designs.
Redbubble – a marketplace for custom designed items, including prints, stationery, case covers for smartphones and tablets, or t-shirts. Opposite to other sites, such as CafePress, the quality of the artwork is very high.
Not on the High Street – unlike other stores, the site offers beautiful things – showcased beautifully. The team is hunting for the best items on the net to include them in the growing catalog of curated products.
Amazon Handmade – if you are an Amazon customer, you should check out this quickly growing store section. It includes over hundreds of thousands of hand-crafted items, many can be personalized. You'll find here jewelry, home decor, kitchen & dining, furniture and stationery, among other categories.
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Drenched. I pushed my salty hair out of my mouth. Sweat raced down the side of my face, along my inner thighs and pooled on my towel. Standing tall in mountain pose my feet squished into the sweat pooling on my yoga toes;yoga towel. Exhaling, I bent over with straight legs and touched the floor- palms down. Inhale.
Exhaling I jumped back into low pushup but lower still into chaturanga. Inhale I held my self inches from the mat. Sweat dripped off my head and splashed on the rubber yoga floor. Inhale. Exhale. I flattened my feet and rolled to the tops of them -pulling my chest to the ceiling and allowing my abdomen to hover an inch above my mat. Upward dog.
Exhale.Pushing my hands into the mat I rolled back onto my toes arched my back to the ceiling and lifted my butt as high as it would go. Higher still. Straight legs. Inhale. Downward dog. Exhale.
Bending my knees I stared at my hands and watched the sweat pool on my arm and race for my fingers.
Jumping I landed at the top of my mat. Inhaling I rose into mountain pose. Exhaling I leaned forward and placed my palms on the mat. Inhale.
Exhale. I jumped back and held myself in chaturanga- a few inches from the mat.
Is this happy hour?
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Written by Anna Choi, BS, IBCLC
So, you've blinked your eyes and realized your tiny newborn is no longer a newborn, and you've got an adorable little five month old on your hands.
Where did the time go?
So much information exists on what to expect when breastfeeding a newborn: how often they need to nurse, how many diapers they should wet each day, signs of a good latch, etc. But, what happens once you've made it through those first months? Where are the "guidelines" for breastfeeding a six-month old? A nine-month old? An eighteen-month old? As our little ones continue to grow physically {beginning to roll over, sit up, crawl} and developmentally {sleeping longer stretches at night, interacting more with the world around them, and learning to say and sign their first words}, we notice the impact of these changes on breastfeeding.
In this breastfeeding blog series, Breastfeeding the Older Baby - What to Expect and How to Adjust, we will answer some of the most common questions and concerns we hear from moms, as they navigate breastfeeding a 6-9 month old, a 9-12 month old, and a 12-18 month old.
Thanks for joining us, we hope you enjoy these articles!
Today, we'd like to talk about months 6 through 9 of your baby's life, and what breastfeeding might look like. What are normal behaviors to expect from a baby this age, and how can you tell if there's a challenge that you should seek professional help for?
What does breastfeeding look like in months 6-9? How often should baby be eating and how long should feedings take?
At times – breastfeeding looks like a circus act! As your baby becomes increasingly mobile, you may begin to feel like nursing sessions are dance parties for your little one. Many moms describe their little one's behavior during breastfeeding as a combination of gymnastics and nursing, or gymnurstics, if you will. Babies at this age may no longer be content to lie across your lap in the cradle-hold for 20-30 minutes of breastfeeding. Instead they are wishing to climb around on your lap, twisting this way and that, standing and bouncing their little bums up and down – all while maintaining their latch and breastfeeding away. Many moms notice that their baby's breastfeeding sessions vary throughout the day, with nursing sessions first thing in the morning and before naps and bedtime being longer in duration, while other nursing sessions during the day feeling like quick, drive-thru breastfeeding sessions, lasting as short as a few minutes. With this fluctuation in breastfeeding behavior, comes uncertainty for some moms who may question whether their baby is getting enough at the breast. In general, if your little one is having five or more wet diapers a day and continuing to gain weight appropriately, then you can rest assured they are getting enough at the breast.
How much weight should my baby be gaining at this age?
After six months of age, normal weight gain for a breastfed baby is 2-4oz per week. Weight gain slows during this time as babies begin to roll over, scoot, crawl, and walk, burning more calories by being more active throughout the day. If you are ever concerned about your breastfed baby's weight gain patterns, you can reference theWHO growth charts, which were created specifically for breastfed infants.
My baby is eating solid food now, how does this impact our breastfeeding routine?
Until your little one is one year old, breastmilk remains their primary source of nutrition. Solid food should be seen at an "extra" during this time and should not replace a breastfeeding session. The rule of thumb to follow is – food before one is just for fun. Introducing solids into your little one's diet is a way to familiarize your baby with different tastes and textures, while also developing hand-eye coordination, as your little one learns to self-feed. The bottom line is that solids shouldn't impact your breastfeeding routine at all. It is recommended that mom continue to breastfeed on demand and offer solids after nursing, not before. One of the amazing and wonderful things about breastmilk is that is continues to change as your little one gets older, adjusting its composition to meet the needs of your growing baby. Cutting out breastfeeding sessions to accommodate more solid foods too early can negatively impact your milk supply.
My baby keeps biting me during breastfeeding, what can I do to stop this?
Ouch! I know all too well how painful those gums and teeth can be when clamped down on your nipple, so trust me when I say, I feel your pain. Babies bite down during breastfeeding for a variety of reasons, so pin-pointing the "why" of the behavior first, will help you figure out how to stop the behavior from happening again. Babies who bite down early-on in the feeding may be doing so because they are teething, and the pressure on their gums from clamping down feels good to them. If you notice your baby is consistently biting you during the first few minutes of breastfeeding, you might consider offering him/her a cold teething ring or cold wash cloth to chew on for a few minutes prior to nursing. This can help numb his/her gums and get the biting out of his/her system before you latch on to feed. If you notice that your baby is biting during the end of the feeding session, then it's likely a signal that baby is done with the feeding and beginning to "play" around with his/her new teeth. To stop the biting from occurring, watch baby's sucking and swallowing pattern and, as baby's swallows slow down towards the end of the feeding, consider taking baby off the breast preemptively, before he/she has a chance to bite you. Another technique to try anytime baby bites down during breastfeeding, is to quickly remove baby from the breast and firmly tell baby, "No, that hurts mama. No biting." Set baby down for a minute or two before resuming the nursing session. It may take a few days or even a few weeks, but most little ones will begin to associate biting with being removed from the breast and since they really want to be at the breast, they will stop biting.


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Narrowness of choice was the framework for health care delivery roughly 40 years ago. Back then, HMOs were the popular form of providing health coverage and services to consumers, with limited provider networks as the standard.
Of course, since then, we've seen a remarkable evolution in how health care is designed, administered and consumed. We are now in an era of abundance. With the rise of consumer-driven health care, we've seen a surge in employee benefit options. According to Benefitfocus' latest State of Employee Benefits research, nearly 75 percent of large employers currently offer 11 or more benefit types to their employees.
Parallel to this rise in choice, we've also seen a drastic rise in health care costs. The amount employers spend each year on health care is now at $1.6 trillion in total,1 and roughly one-third of an employee's total compensation is made up of benefits.2 That's cause for concern.
The result of this level of choice and cost is a perfect storm for both employees and employers. Choice has led to even greater confusion for employees, not only when it comes to selecting the right mix benefits for their lives, but also how to access care and get the most out of their coverage. Meanwhile, rising health care costs have become the problem of our lifetime. Employees continue to see their premiums rise. In fact, our research shows that single-coverage HDHP employee premiums have increased by 12 percent since 2016. Similarly, employers are seeing their costs rise consistently from year to year and are having to consider how that will impact the benefits they offer.
But the bright side is that employers have a compass to navigate this storm, even if they don't know it yet. They have the power to contain health care costs, and it doesn't have to come at the expense of their benefit programs.
Tackling the Abundance Problem
Cost containment is a phrase that, for many in the industry, carries a negative connotation. It's seen as a methodology for restricting benefits, when in fact it's quite the opposite. The practice of cost containment is really about investing more (and more intelligently) to improve outcomes, which ultimately leads to greater savings for employees and employers.
There are many great posts around how the employee benefits business can take note from e-commerce giants like Amazon and Netflix. For this post, let's take a page from a media giant—Facebook.
A few years ago in The Atlantic, Derek Thompson discussed how Facebook tackled the problem of abundance, specifically around the News Feed, with algorithms. Basically, the issue was that each day thousands of pieces of content were being shown to individual users, but likely much of it was content that the user didn't care about. To solve this problem of abundance, Facebook built an algorithm that took into account the most important factor—the user. Through likes, hides, clicks and other activities, Facebook's machine-learning algorithm considers a user's activity and turns that data into action, bringing the user more of what they like to see and read. That's not all, though. Facebook can adjust the "levers" at any time for even better results.
How does that relate to you as an employee benefits professional?
In health care and benefits, we also have an abundance of data. By putting that data to use – linking data to people – and then pulling the right levers to drive the right action, we can tackle the issues that stem from increasing choice and cost.
Health Care Analytics: What the Data Can Tell
Every day, your employees are making health care choices. They're deciding which medical plans to elect, if they'll seek preventative medical care or postpone it (hopefully not), or whether and how much to invest in their HSA.
Visibility into these choices is what health care analytics is all about, and it can lead you towards appropriate action—not just based on intuition, but on facts. You can understand the right levers to pull, whether they're in benefits administration, health plan design or health care cost control programs.
You work with many partners to administer benefits. So, when it comes to administration, you need to be able to leverage performance metrics to evaluate those partners and vendors. Your data can help show you how effectively your partners in plan management are actually helping you contain costs.
Each year, you carefully craft your benefits plan design, from premiums to deductibles to HSA contributions and incentives to participate. How do you know if all of those decisions you made are working fluidly together to reach the results you want? The only way to validate your decision making is to have enough of a grasp on your data to show you whether or not your benefit strategy is working, health plans are optimized, and member behaviors and outcomes are improving.
Finally, one of the most important levers you as an employer can pull is through a variety of cost control programs like disease management, transparency tools, wellness initiatives and telemedicine, to name a few. With these programs, the goal is to change member behaviors. So, if you're investing in a number of these, your data should tell you if those investments are in fact creating positive change.
Learn more about pulling the right levers and using your data to your advantage in the on-demand webinar, 3 M's to Contain Health Care Costs.
1. EBRI.org: Tabulation from Dept. of Commerce, Bureau of Economic Analysis, National Income and Product Accounts of the US and Department of Labor, BLS, CPI
2. EBRI.org: EBRI Databook on Employee Benefits, Chapter 3, Employer Costs per Hour Worked for Employee Compensation, Civilian Workers, Selected Years, 2007-2013 (2013)


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A storybook tale of triumph looked like it was in bloom in the early portions of the 2016 season. A team mired by injuries to the most crucial positons, one forged by the contrarian strategy of physical defense in the era of high-flying offense looked to be developing into the thematic centerpiece of the league year.
Once upon a time this season the Minnesota Vikings were riding high, carrying a 5-0 record headed into their Week 6 bye. Their defense was already drawing comparisons to the vaunted 2015 Denver Broncos unit that essentially vaulted Peyton Manning and a stunted offense to a Super Bowl win. Despite their passing offense never crossing the 300-yard threshold, it was carrying a running game that was not a net positive at any point in the season.
All that while crawling back from a mountain of adversity. Third-year quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was out for the season after suffering a gruesome knee injury that could threaten even his 2017 availability. Future Hall of Fame running back Adrian Peterson wasn't effective when he was on the field, and then went down with a meniscus tear in Week 2, landing him on injured reserve. The move to trade a future first-round pick for Sam Bradford looked like not only a season-saving maneuver, but a franchise altering one that vaulted the Vikings to the top of many league power rankings. Their tough mentality permeated by a no-nonsense head coach and talent-laden defense was endearing in a league that doesn't embrace their type of football.
It's a tale that now, at this point, seems like an exercise in ancient history. A faded memory of days gone by that jostles us awake to the reality brought on by winning a single game since Week 7 to slump to a 6-6 record as the month of December dawns. The Vikings still wear the same uniforms; they play in the same stadium. But the team we see on the field is a collection of mere ghosts compared to the troupe of actors from the tale told in September.
With the offense Minnesota currently puts out on the field, they simply cannot hope to compete in the NFC. The Vikings' playoff hopes are dashed, even if the mathematic equations still deem them possible.
The defense can still keep up its end of the bargain, and they reminded us of that tonight. Minnesota's stop unit was on the field a ton, but still limited rookie Dak Prescott to just 139 passing yards on the night, and put pressure on him frequently. Ezekiel Elliott finished with just 86 rushing yards, and 30 of them came on a long run in the fourth quarter. Until then, they'd mostly kept him in check.
Rather, it was the offense and their inability to provide any sort of counterpunch to their defense's fortitude that revealed who they were in public fashion. And who they are just isn't good enough.
From Weeks 2-8 with Norv Turner at the helm, Sam Bradford averaged 7.9 intended air yards on his passes. He averaged a solid 6.4 air yards on his completions. The former No. 1 overall pick always had a reputation for playing it safe, but it appeared he was finally in an environment to thrive. For weeks it was hard to shake the memories of Bradford rifling deep passes to emerging star Stefon Diggs downfield through the heart of the Packers' defense in his first start for the team.
Turner's departure and Pat Shurmur's installation as offensive play-caller brought along a new philosophy. Stefon Diggs moved to playing primarily out of the slot and Bradford's intended air yards fell to a 7.0 average, and his completed average fell over a full yard to 5.2 air yards.
It was clear that philosophy wasn't going to provide a sustainable offense. To their credit, Minnesota tried to re-integrate some downfield shots into their offense on Thursday Night Football.
Sam Bradford's #NextGenStats:â Matt Harmon (@MattHarmon_BYB) December 2, 2016
8.9 intended air yards before the last drive
4.9 intended air yards on last drive pic.twitter.com/kzi6oFJZRd
Before the final drive of the game Bradford averaged 8.7 intended air yards on his passes, which was over a full yard higher than his early-season average. The team attempted to let the physically gifted thrower attack the Cowboys downfield ... to no avail. On his 32 completions tonight the Vikings quarterback averaged just 4.9 air yards. A differential of 3.8 between his intended and completed air yards show the inefficiency of Bradford's attempts downfield.
It was not until the last drive of the game, where the Vikings scored the potential game-tying touchdown but failed to convert the two-point attempt, did they put together a consistent offensive showing. To no surprise, that's also when Minnesota scaled the passing attack back to a minuscule level, as Bradford averaged 4.9 air yards per pass attempt.
It's not all on the quarterback, and it doesn't take advanced numbers to know the lack of pass protection brought on by waves of offensive line injuries is holding this team hostage. The Cowboys blitzed Bradford on 28 percent of his pass plays tonight, and he averaged just 5.5 yards per pass attempt on 12 throws in those situations.
In the NFL today, there's simply no margin for error when your offense cannot push the ball downfield. It's clear that Minnesota cannot do that at this point, and the evaporation of any threat beyond the short-areas of the field as taken with it any belief they'll push for a postseason berth.
Despite a defense that is still among the league's best and littered with young talent, the lack of an offensive counterpunch makes the early chapters of the Vikings 2016 story book a mere distant memory. We've turned the pages on that view of the team, and now it's time to close the book entirely.
Matt Harmon is a writer/editor for NFL.com, and the creator of #ReceptionPerception, who you can follow on Twitter @MattHarmon_BYB or like on Facebook.


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The following Blog entry was posted on AVFM forums by one of its members, Maxx. It is edited and republished here with her permission. ED
Online dating is a very passive and limited means of attracting and interacting with men. A woman has no positive means of proactively influencing her success. It's like putting some bait on a fish hook and waiting. You might be waiting a while.
Whatever bait you put on it's going to attract some forms of fish and repulse others.
For example, put pictures of yourself in a suit looking 'corporate' and standing next to your new sports car and you'll set off the spidey sense of every gold digger in sight. At the same time as putting off young fun loving boys that think you look like a wealthy older douche who is trying to 'buy' them. Put pictures that show off your abs and muscles and you put off chicks that think you are a poser and chicks that believe that you are only after sex. Put a handful of neutral, boring non-threatening images of you standing next to your Xmas tree holding your pet dog and you look like a 'boring gal.' Put very zany ones where you share dangling upside down off something high or in fancy dress, and you seem like a freak. You'll Scare off the meek sheltered boys and attract the S & M freaks that want you to butt fuck them while they scream 'no mommy it's too big' at the top of their lungs, prompting your neighbors to alert the police.
You can write whatever you like in the profile but the more you write, the easier it's going to be for a prospective chick to find something in your profile that pisses him off and uses it as an excuse to dismiss you or ignore your efforts to initiate interaction.
The less info you provide, the more he can project his preferred qualities into the gaps (it isn't your fault if he makes assumptions that are unfounded and decides to see you on the basis of them is it?).
Once you do get messages flowing back and forth your flake rate is going to be unbelievably high, men are fickle creatures at the best of times. That goes tenfold for 'online'. At least, in a bar you can ask a boy who turns away from you while he's doing that suddenly in the middle of a conversation between you. Online all he has to do is click a button and your ability to communicate with his vanishes instantly. Attempt to circumvent that and you'll get banned from the site for 'harassment'.
The short answer is that this is a pretty bullshit way to go about meeting men. If you want casual hookups, post a couple of pictures of yourself including at least one that shows you are in decent shape. Post a short non-specific message about how you are interested in meeting different kinds of people and seeing where this journey is going to take you. Post jokes. Mock the whole dating process and the website itself. You want to stand out as a rebel and an adventurer so communicate that.
It's a numbers game. Hit up a bunch of chicks with your profile. Ask them a dumb question for example about some item in the background of one of their profile pictures (IGNORE their looks and NEVER comment on them…that's what EVERY other chump is already doing).
Once they fire back, scan through their profile get a handle on their values and personality quirks and reflect them back to him in conversation. This is actually about the only thing that's EASIER online than in real life because you don't even have to ask leading question to illicit the info; it's all already there. And that's because most men these days are narcissists prone to massively OVER-SHARING on social media (including dating site profiles). The blueprint for exactly what you need to say and do to get him to engage you is usually right there in his profile preferences and bio.
Arrange a date. On the date steer conversation away from the nuts and bolts 'what do you do what do I do' job interview dynamic and onto the grounds of primal fears, childhood memories and general observations about people around you. Sprinkle the conversation with subtle references and nods to all the shit he already told the universe floats his boat in his long rambling self-indulgent profile. Steer the conversation the long way round until it's about sex one and sexual preferences one way or another. Then get his back to yours, fuck the shit out of him and only call his back the next day if he's any good.
If you are looking for a serious long-term relationship, forget this online bullshit totally. Instead, embrace a hobby or interest that you've meant to get into. If you are a woman of faith look for a hobby or interest based around that or operating out of your local church. Use this as an opportunity to meet and interact with new people (female and male) who share your interests and broadly speaking your spiritual outlook.
Don't force it but allow things to develop organically. If you like the look of a boy and get along invite him for coffee afterward. Get his number and rinse and repeat. Eventually, you talk about family and babies and raising children in this crazy mixed up world of ours and figure out if he's on the same page. That's the best advice I can give.
Online dating isn't a short cut to pussy, rewarding long term relationships or marriage and family for women that haven't invested time in learning both about themselves and about men and male nature. It's subject to most of the same 'rules' as the real world dating/mating game only with a couple of the main variations that aren't really in any woman's favor when you stop to think about it.
Volume- a double edged a sword. Because it's easy and effortless to hit up men online, women who have confidence issues in relation to this in the real world can sit in front of a computer and spam 'Hi, my name is John…' to about 160 men a day. The flip side of this is that because it's easy EVERYONE is doing it. The sheer 'noise' coming from every thirsty chump in the universe is something a skilled player has to cut through to even get a man to respond to her online.
Meanwhile, In the real world, you can cut through all the noise and get a boy's attention simply by puffing out your chest and raising your voice. Because of the different dynamics at play men on online dating sites are very pissed off with the volume of constant hits they get and tend to be very impatient and unforgiving.
Their bitch shields are on high alert. It means you need MORE game to get through it and get him to relax and open up online than you do in the 'real world.' Not less.
Ask a beautiful boy in a park about the book he's reading. It's a lot smarter than firing lame one-liners at dating profiles on the internet.
If they want to bail on you or flake on you online, they can. It takes a button click. And they don't even have to let you down gently.
Misrepresentation – it's a lot easier for fat/ugly chicks to change the aspect ratio of their pictures to make themselves look thin or for trannies to hide their stubble by photoshopping their pics etc.
So for all the effort it takes to do all this online shit you don't even really know if the person you are talking to really is who they say they are. You might be talking to a 240lbs bouncer in Poland looking to get an autistic IT nerd to send her money via pay pal using her hot nephews modeling pictures. Not to mention you are competing with ladies bullshitting men left and right as well. It's just a whole lotta twats wasting each others time for the most part.
Get a hobby. Offer hot chicks that share it a coffee after class (or whatever).
Spot a boy in the park;
Hey, is that book any good? Only I read the last book by the same chick, and I didn't think it was his best…?'
Rinse and repeat until you get somewhere you want to be.