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Original Research ARTICLE
Initial experience with the coaxial dual-lumen Ascent balloon catheter for wide-neck aneurysm coil embolization
- 1 Department of Neurology, Froedtert Hospital and Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
- 2 Department of Neurosurgery, Froedtert Hospital and Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
- 3 Department of Radiology, Froedtert Hospital and Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
Introduction: Techniques for coil embolization of wide-neck cerebral aneurysms include the use of stents and temporary occlusion with compliant non-detachable balloons to safely allow dense packing of the aneurysm lumen with detachable coils. We describe the use of a new balloon device for assisting in wide-neck aneurysm coil treatment. Methods: A single institution neuroendovascular database was accessed to identify cases in which the Ascent balloon (Codman Neurovascular, Raynham, MA, USA) was used for aneurysm coil embolization. Clinical, demographic, and angiographic data were obtained through chart review. Results: Eleven cerebral aneurysm cases were treated using the Ascent balloon during the first 12-month period that the new device was available at our institution. Three of the patients presented with ruptured aneurysms. All aneurysms were large (maximum diameter 6 mm or greater), with an average maximum diameter of 9.4 mm, and an average neck diameter of 5.5 mm. Complete occlusion with coil embolization (Raymond class I) was achieved in all cases. The Ascent balloon was successfully positioned across the neck of the aneurysm in nine patients. Conclusion: This initial experience demonstrates the feasibility and immediate outcomes of the coaxial dual-lumen design Ascent balloon catheter used as an assistive device in coil embolization of wide-neck cerebral aneurysms. This device contributes to the growing number of assistive devices for the treatment of complex cerebral aneurysms.
Advancements in endovascular devices and techniques for aneurysm coil embolization continue to expand the ability to treat complex aneurysms. Wide-neck aneurysms often require assistive devices and techniques to prevent coil prolapse into the parent artery during coil placement and to allow dense coil packing. Temporary parent artery occlusion, or "balloon remodeling," has become a well-described assistive technique for coil embolization of wide-neck aneurysms (Moret et al., 1997; Lefkowitz et al., 1999; Aletich et al., 2000). In this technique, a non-detachable balloon is used for temporary vessel occlusion across the aneurysm neck; serving to stabilize the microcatheter, direct coil placement, and prevent coil prolapse, which assists in safer and more dense coil packing. Early reports of the balloon remodeling technique used less compliant balloons that were either oval or round in shape, characteristics that limited the effectiveness in wide-neck aneurysms at bifurcations (Moret et al., 1997). Newer generation more compliant balloons allow for greater conformability to arterial bifurcations and asymmetric vessels, which theoretically provides a more secure seal at the aneurysm neck. Until recently, only two over-the-wire, single-lumen compliant non-detachable balloons have been in use for this technique, the HyperForm and HyperGlide balloons (ev3 Neurovascular, Plymouth, MN, USA; Baldi et al., 2003). The Ascent balloon (Codman Neurovascular, Raynham, MA, USA) is a newer compliant balloon for temporary occlusion in aneurysm coil embolization with a coaxial dual-lumen design that allows delivery over an exchange wire. We report a series of early experience with this new device.
Materials and Methods
A search of our neuroendovascular database was performed to identify cases in which the Ascent balloon (Codman Neurovascular, Raynham, MA, USA) was used for cerebral aneurysm embolization during the first 12-month period that the new balloon was available at our institution. Clinical, demographic, and procedural data were obtained from charts and relevant angiographic images were reviewed.
Procedures were performed with patients under general anesthesia. A transfemoral arterial approach was used. Per protocol, patients were systemically heparinized to maintain an ACT level of 250–300 s, and a coaxial system including a 6F 070 Neuron guide catheter (Penumbra, Inc., San Leandro, CA, USA) was used. Images were obtained with biplane projections and a 3-D rotational digital subtraction angiogram was obtained for each patient. Working views were obtained after review of the 3-D rotational angiogram. The Ascent balloon was prepped following manufacturer recommendations. A 0.014′′ microwire was used to advance the Ascent balloon catheter to the aneurysm neck. The aneurysm lumen was accessed with a microcatheter. Intermittent temporary balloon inflation was performed at the time of coil placement (Figures 1–4). Final angiographic runs were performed prior to completion of each case to evaluate aneurysm residual, parent artery patency, and thrombotic or dissection complications.
Figure 1. Right internal carotid artery injection angiogram demonstrates coil embolization of a right anterior cerebral artery aneurysm (A) using balloon remodeling with the Ascent balloon [arrows, (B)].
Figure 2. Anteroposterior (A) and lateral oblique (C) left internal carotid artery injection angiogram projections demonstrate coil embolization of a left middle cerebral artery aneurysm with balloon remodeling using the Ascent balloon [arrows, (B,D)].
Eleven patients underwent balloon-assisted coil embolization of wide-neck aneurysms with the Ascent balloon system. Patient and aneurysm characteristics are summarized in the table (Table 1). There were nine females (82%). Three cases involved ruptured aneurysms. All aneurysms were large (maximum diameter 6 mm or greater) with a range from 6 to 15 mm in maximum diameter. The average aneurysm neck length was 5.5 mm. Ascent balloon sizes ranged from 4 mm × 7 mm to 4 mm × 15 mm. The Ascent balloon was successfully delivered to the aneurysm neck in nine cases and was unable to be successfully used in two cases. There was no microcatheter displacement from balloon inflation. No parent artery rupture or dissection occurred in the present series. Coil embolization was complete, Raymond class I, in all cases.
Transient thrombus was identified distal to the site of balloon placement in the parent artery of one of the ruptured aneurysm cases (Case 1), which resolved completely after antiplatelet administration and without clinical sequelae.
In case 2, packing of the broad neck aneurysm resulted in temporary coil herniation into the right A2 segment producing a reduction in antegrade flow due to adherent thrombus. Abciximab was administered (15 mg) intravenously followed by placement of a Neuroform 3 stent across the aneurysm neck with successful repositioning of all coil loops into the aneurysm and improved antegrade flow. A partially inflated Ascent balloon was then placed within the stent for additional support.
Use of the Ascent balloon was unsuccessful in two cases. The inability to track the Ascent balloon around the ophthalmic segment in case 3 prohibited adequate delivery, while a HyperGlide balloon allowed successful positioning at the aneurysm neck. In case 4, multiple attempts were made to deliver the Ascent balloon, however tortuosity prohibited safe positioning of the balloon microcatheter. An alternative compliant balloon was also unsuccessfully attempted, and ultimately Y-configuration stenting was performed to secure a neck bridge.
We report our initial experience with a coaxial dual-lumen Ascent balloon catheter system for the remodeling technique in wide-neck aneurysm treatment. This is the largest series describing the use of this device for wide-neck aneurysm treatment. This report contributes to the growing body of literature describing novel techniques and new devices that expand the possibilities of endovascular treatment of complex aneurysms.
The purpose of temporary parent artery occlusion in aneurysm coil embolization is to prevent coil prolapse, improve coil positioning, and allow for greater density packing. A recent meta-analysis suggested that balloon-assisted coil embolization leads to greater initial occlusion rates and more durable occlusion when compared to unassisted coil embolization (Shapiro et al., 2008). Additionally, the balloon occlusion technique avoids permanent device implantation as compared to stent-assisted embolization techniques, which is of considerable benefit in treatment of ruptured aneurysms when antithrombotic therapy poses risk of hemorrhagic complication. Complete aneurysm occlusion was achieved in all aneurysms in this series.
Aneurysm size was large in our series, ranging from 6 to 15 mm. The average neck size was also large, ranging from 5.0 to 7.8 mm. These characteristics are important for balloon performance as larger neck size may pose greater challenge in initial balloon positioning and maintaining placement during repeated inflations.
Aneurysm locations varied, providing a reasonably well-distributed sample. The patient population was relatively young (average age 54 years) and vessel tortuosity was moderate. As with any device, navigation of tortuous vessels will hinder performance and this was possibly the cause of inability to safely position the Ascent balloon in cases 3 and 4. Improved distal support through use of a distal access catheter may reduce this limitation.
A unique characteristic of the Ascent balloon system is the dual-lumen design that allows delivery of the balloon catheter over a variety of microwires, allowing for flexibility in the choice of wires. Performance with use of different wires is not known and further experience may identify specific wires that provide an optimal pairing. This design may be of potential usefulness in the event of artery rupture. In the present series, this new device allowed use of an exchange-length wire, which is not feasible with other compliant aneurysm balloon catheters. Moreover, the over-the-wire devices do not allow for saline perfusion around the microwire or removing the wire to switch to a different microwire while leaving the balloon catheter in the body. Occlusion of the balloon holes with blood clots is another potential drawback of the over-the-wire balloons preventing full deflation on occasion.
The dual-lumen design allows for delivery of the Ascent balloon over an exchange wire, which can be useful in the balloon-in-stent remodeling technique (Figure 3). Following delivery of a stent, the exchange wire can remain in position, securing distal access, and allow for advancement of the dual-lumen balloon to the aneurysm neck. This eliminates the need to re-cross the stent.
Figure 3. A wide-neck blowout morphology right MCA aneurysm (A) was treated using a balloon-in-stent technique. An Enterprise stent was implanted across the aneurysm neck [(B), black arrows] and an Ascent balloon was intermittently inflated across the neck (white arrows) for balloon remodeling. The microcatheter position was secured with the balloon using a jailing technique (proximal microcatheter marker shown by dashed arrow). Complete occlusion of the aneurysm was achieved with adequately dense coil packing (C).
Figure 4. A large wide-neck paraophthalmic artery aneurysm with the ophthalmic artery arising from the aneurysm neck (A) was treated with Ascent balloon remodeling [(B), black arrow]. Complete aneurysm occlusion was achieved with preservation of the ophthalmic artery [(C), white arrow].
The ability of a device to track well within the cerebrovasculature, or the "trackability," is an important characteristic of any neurointerventional device. This concept involves factors that affect the ability of a device to travel the course of a vessel, which include the inherent characteristics of a device, such as the flexibility and responsiveness to proximal manipulation, as well as the behavior of the device as a result of interaction with the surrounding vessel, such as the ability to glide. The Ascent balloon was not successfully used in two of our cases due to the inability to advance the balloon to the target lesion, which may have been from the device trackability in a tortuous cerebrovascular anatomy. The trackability may be related to interaction of the device over an exchange wire, a characteristic that may be important in wire selection. The trackability may also be affected by stiffness, a characteristic that may be theoretically increased due to the dual-lumen design.
Repeated balloon inflation may lead to unintended movement of the adjacent microcatheter resulting in loss of aneurysm lumen access, balloon migration, and parent artery rupture. Five cases required delivery of 10 or more coils, suggesting balloon positioning and access is well maintained throughout the technique of intermittent balloon inflation.
Complications from balloon remodeling primarily include thromboembolism, which range from about 2 to 8%, and parent artery perforation, which is under 2% in large series (Shapiro et al., 2008; Cekirge et al., 2011). A transient clot formation was noted in case 1 distal to the site of balloon placement in the parent artery. This thrombus resolved during abciximab administration and the patient experienced no clinical sequelae. The simultaneous use of two microcatheters and resulting compromised perfusion in small arteries may theoretically contribute to thrombotic risk in this technique, however there has been no evidence of an increased risk of thromboembolic complications in the balloon-assisted technique compared to unassisted coil embolization (Shapiro et al., 2008). Follow-up outcome measures include occlusion durability, which is about 72% in large series (Moret et al., 1997; Shapiro et al., 2008).
Limitations of this report include the retrospective design and small sample size. Additionally, selection bias exists among operators and the decision to use one of three non-detachable compliant balloons available at our institution.
This initial experience demonstrates the feasibility and immediate results of a coaxial dual-lumen balloon catheter as an assistive device in coil embolization of wide-neck cerebral aneurysms. These findings are encouraging with expansion of the growing armamentarium of endovascular devices and techniques for the treatment of complex cerebral aneurysms. Larger series are needed to further evaluate this device for efficacy and long-term outcomes.
Conflict of Interest Statement
The authors declare that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest.
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Keywords: aneurysm embolization, ascent, balloon remodeling, coil
Citation: Lazzaro MA, Darkhabani Z, Zaidat OO and Fitzsimmons B-FM (2011) Initial experience with the coaxial dual-lumen Ascent balloon catheter for wide-neck aneurysm coil embolization. Front. Neur. 2:52. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2011.00052
Received: 20 June 2011;
Accepted: 02 August 2011;
Published online: 19 August 2011.
Edited by:Shakir Husain Hakim, Max Institute of Neurosciences, India
Reviewed by:Johanna Fifi, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, USA
Mohamed Elmahdy, Cairo University, Egypt
Copyright: © 2011 Lazzaro, Darkhabani, Zaidat and Fitzsimmons. This is an open-access article subject to a non-exclusive license between the authors and Frontiers Media SA, which permits use, distribution and reproduction in other forums, provided the original authors and source are credited and other Frontiers conditions are complied with.
*Correspondence: Brian-Fred M. Fitzsimmons, Department of Neurology, Froedtert Hospital and Medical College of Wisconsin, 9200 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53226, USA. e-mail: email@example.com


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Lojong 18: The Ejection of Consciousness
This is part 18 of my series on Lojong, a Buddhist mind training technique.The five strengths explored in the previous slogan are important in determining how to conduct ourselves in this life. However, they are also about how we conduct ourselves in death. As the famous Zen teacher, Suzuki Roshi says, "Just be willing to die over and over again."Rather than separating the times that are important from those that are insignificant, we look at every moment as being equal. And we experience death to each of these moments. We practice the five strengths no matter the situation.When we practice mindfulness and compassion as taught through the Lojong Slogans, we also begin to uncover the obstacles we have to facing death, such as fear and attachments. When we recognize that the obstacles all have their roots in our belief that we are solid and real, and that in truth we are not, we begin to release these obstacles. We start to notice when we lose touch with our practice and begin to attach ourselves to this world and this body once again. If we allow that moment to die and continue to practice dying in every moment, no matter the pain or obstacle being faced, we will find the liberation we are seeking.

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When Vicky Pattison quit Geordie Shore, we were really worried that we weren't going to get to see quite as much as the Geordie beauty as we would have liked.
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Oh yes, VP stars as the UK's answer to Judge Judy in her series - with a little less authority but a lot more sass.
"Listen up all you lying lowlifes, cheating chumps and devious dirtbags- I'm coming for you," she declares in the teaser for her new show.
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The brunette stunner shows off her trim new bod in the prom video, as she slams down her hammer in her judge chair.
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We have a feeling this show might bring us more joy that Geordie Shore ever could.
The series, commissioned by MTV and Lime Pictures is due to air this summer.
Speaking about the series, Vicky said: "I'm so excited I can finally let the cat out of the bag,' she announced. 'I was so sad to leave Geordie Shore, but to come back with my own TV show is so exciting and such an amazing opportunity!
"I'm a self-righteous cow who always thinks she know best anyway so this is right up my alley! People of Great Britain watch out, I'm coming for you and I'm not holding back!"
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Debt Consolidation,debt-free life
In the event that you are someone who is struggling to make repayments for your debts, then you shall be finding this article quite handy. There are plenty of people who have to take loans for a lot of different purposes, some for their business-related purposes, and others for their personal reasons. For these people, there are a lot of debt relief services which offer ways to come out of debts through the design of specific plans that will help them to settle their debts. A lot of different financial companies and agencies offer these services in charge of a fee.
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A debt consolidation loan is one of the methods to help you come out of your debts. Debt consolidation is a legitimate method of debt relief service. It involves the consolidation of the multiple loans that you have taken into a single loan and then repaying that one loan. In general situations, a debt settlement company will come and offer you this loan, and they will take up the responsibility of paying out to your separate creditors the money that is owed by you to them.
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How can debt consolidation companies still cheat people?
In spite of the advantages that a debt consolidation loan offers you, there are a lot of people who are afraid to use these services. The main reason for this is that there are a lot of fraudulent and scamming companies which do not adhere to what they state in their advertisements. For instance, there have been incidents where debt consolidation firms have been known to ask customers additional fees later on which they had not mentioned earlier. Also, some companies take the money from a customer, but they do not repay the original creditors at all. This leaves behind a huge trust deficit later on as the paying customer will get sucked into deeper debt and a worse financial crisis than what he was in earlier on. Hence, there are in place a number of debt relief laws which provide some respite to customers and protect them from getting cheated on by the debt consolidation loan providing company.
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Summer entertaining requires a repertoire of refreshing, taste-bud tantalizing appetizers to stimulate palates and appetites that may be dulled by summer's heat. This appetizer is my favorite for summer! I started making this as a caterer about a dozen years ago, and it still delights me. It is bright, light, and crisp, the seafood succulent and satisfying. There's no cooking, as the scallops are "cooked" with the acid in the lime juice-how easy! Place the ceviche in a bowl over ice to serve a crowd accompanied by a basket of tortilla chips, or serve it in martini glasses on a plate to hold the tortilla chips for a sit-down dinner. Either way, you and your guests will savor every last bite! Serves 6, but can easily be doubled.
1/2 cup very-finely chopped sweet onion, such as Vidalia
3/4 cup freshly-squeezed lime juice
1/2 pound bay scallops, fresh, or thawed frozen
1 1/2 cups Clamato juice
1 cup seeded, diced ripe tomato
2 Tablespoons finely minced jalapeno pepper
2 Tablespoons finely minced cilantro
1 cup chopped avocado
1/2 pound lump crab meat (claw meat if that's all you can find, but not preferred)
6 sprigs cilantro
6 lime wedges
6 ounces tortilla chips
Combine the first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl, cover and chill 2 hours.
Place the Clamato juice in a small saucepan, bring to a boil and reduce to 1/2 cup. Chill the reduced juice.
Add clamato juice, tomato, jalapeno, and cilantro to the scallop mixture. Chill for 2 more hours to allow the scallops to finish "cooking".
Fold in the avocado and crab meat. Garnish with cilantro sprigs and lime wedges. Serve with the chips on the side.


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In an effort to appease the uprising of secessionists, President Obama is putting forward a plan that will allow all those who don't want to pay taxes the ability to live within the confinement of isolationist camps. These camps will have no public utilities, no publicly maintained roads, no public postal delivery, no public education, no public safety, no publicly regulated commerce, and no use of dollars printed from the US federal reserve, amongst other things.
It is the hope of President Obama that with this peace-keeping strategy he will persuade all those who no longer want to partake in a civilized society and do their civic duty that he hears them and understands them. He seems more than willing to get these citizens out of society and into an area where they may live completely free. However, if they need public assistance they must retroactively pay back all the taxes they failed to pay while living within the isolationist community. However, this may prove difficult since those within the camp will be forced to barter for goods and services or use currency that doesn't match the US dollar.
These camps will be known as "Subversion Camps" and will be open to any and all individuals who seek to resign their patriotism to their nation and give up all civic responsibility. Many have said that this will be a popular idea among Tea Party activists and Ron Paul supporters.
President Obama would begin building these camps in the spring of 2013 and they would be completed by the end of the spring of 2013 since there won't be any tax payer money spent to build them, just the time spent to cordon off areas of land to be built by the citizens who seek to live on their own.


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The two houses are independant from each other.
Excellent possibility for renting or turning into a large family home.
Lay-out: One of the two houses has been built on the foundations of an ancient castle and has 4 storeys. The other is a converted barn currently used as guest accommodation.
Basement: Between the cellar and the main room above is another level accessible from inside or outside. This is currently for guest use, but could be easily converted into office or workshop.
Ground floor: The main room is accessed via the courtyard and covers 45 m². It is in two parts, one a sitting area and the other the dining-room and kitchen with and ancient fireplace. Off the kitchen is an utility space with a shower, washbasin and WC attached.
1st floor: On the first floor are two large bedrooms (20 m² and 16 m²), and a bathroom with shower, tub, washbasin and WC.
Guest house: The second building, formerly a barn, is now a gite, entered via the kitchen/living-room which measures 45 m².
On the first floor are two bedrooms (16 and 14 m²), and a bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC.
Other buildings: In the garden is a pretty little stone-built garden shed.
Swimming pool: The pool is completely enclosed and measures 5 by 10 metres. It has a sand-filtration system.
Garden: Most of the garden is flat, with a small part sloping.
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Facilities in the vicinity: 6 km away is Varen, a village with grocery, bakery, pharmacy and restaurants.
Accessibility: Three kilometres away is a railway station serving Toulouse, whose airport is 80 minutes away by car.


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For the past six summers, I have been the Sports Camp Coordinator for a week-long day camp. Each year, we have approximately 60 campers ages 7 to 12 years old participating in various sports, including soccer, ball hockey, basketball, volleyball, as well as many large group games – all on varying terrain. With the heightened...
I was recently interviewed by Faith Today magazine and they asked, "how many organizations and churches have a plan to protect?"
My hope is that every organization and church that serves the vulnerable sector, would have some sort of a plan to protect but not all plans are the same, nor do they all adhere to the same standard.
As we review and customize hundreds of policies and procedure manuals a year, we see such a wide variety of policies including:
Who do you reach out to when you need care and support?
Last week I was interviewed by a young journalist from Huffington Post and asked why victims of child abuse reached out to clergy to disclose their abuse. The interviewer was writing in response to recent disclosures of abuse: #MeTOO and #ChurchTOO.
As I responded to the questions, I thought of many individual cases of abuse where each individual disclosed their abuse to someone they trusted. Some of the names have been changed to protect the victims.
We are often asked how implementing a children's check-in solution can benefit organizations where children are placed in the care of others. A check-in system provides enhanced security and is vital to child safety, yet the benefits and success truly come from a combination of the check-in system itself and how well the staff in the organization uses it.
Regardless of whether you are using an electronic solution or another method, certain tracking and safety measures are still a necessity. You must have accurate records of children checking in and out, know who is picking up the children in your care, be aware of any allergy or medical concerns and have a process to verify people are who they say they are, as well as a secure way of maintaining all documentation.
Hi everyone, my name is Victoria and I'm the director of training at Plan to Protect®. I've been working for Plan to Protect® for the past 3 years and have been overseeing all of our online, LIVE webinar and onsite training.
Today, I really wanted to open up and share a little bit more about myself. Social media gives you a window into someone's life. You can spend so much time listening to someone, hearing about their life or seeing photos of them that you think you know them. Feel like you're friends.
But…social networking sites are a curated glimpse at someone's life. It's a small piece of the puzzle that makes up the whole.


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Statesville PD to focus on downtown pedestrian safety
In an effort to raise awareness regarding pedestrian crossings, the Statesville Police Department will be focusing on crosswalk safety in the downtown area in the coming weeks. Pedestrian crosswalks are to be used as a legal, safe and visible way for citizens to cross the street. The Police Department would like to remind everyone of the law pertaining to crosswalks and their use. Pedestrian crosswalks are covered under North Carolina state statute 20-173 which states:
(a) Where traffic-control signals are not in place or in operation the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way, slowing down or stopping if need be to so yield, to a pedestrian crossing within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at or near an in
(b) Whenever any vehicle is stopped at a marked crosswalk or at any unmarked crossing the roadway intersection to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway, the driver of any other vehicle approaching from the rear shall not overtake and pass such stopped vehicle.
(c) The driver of a vehicle emerging from or entering an alley, building entrance, private road, or driveway shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian, or person riding a bicycle, approaching on any sidewalk or walkway extending across such alley, building entrance, road, or driveway (1937, c. 407, s. 134; 1973, c. 1330, s. 32.)
Please pay close attention when approaching marked crosswalks in the downtown area. Again, officers will be monitoring these areas and will begin with educating the public either through verbal or written warnings for those who violate any laws pertaining to crosswalks. After the initial education campaign, officers may then start issuing written citations for those violating any crosswalk laws.
Here are some simple reminders that both drivers and pedestrians are to follow at crosswalks:
- Pedestrians ALWAYS have the right of way in a crosswalk.
- Even though as a pedestrian you have the right of way, make sure vehicles are able to see you. A
good tip is to make eye contact with any driver approaching the crosswalk.
- Keep alert at all times-don't be distracted by electronic devices.
- Look for cars in all directions – including those turning left or right.
- If the cars near you are stopped for a crosswalk, you should too. There may be someone in the
crossing you cannot see.
- As a driver, slow down and be prepared to stop when entering the area of a crosswalk.
- Never pass vehicles stopped at a crosswalk. There may be people crossing that you can't see.
- Stop a safe distance from the crosswalk to give other vehicles an opportunity to see the crossing
- Higher fines may be issued for violating crosswalk laws when the pedestrians are in a
wheelchair/mobility device or when they are carrying an orange safety flag.
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Workout of the Day
3 x (4 x 200m)
Set #1 — 34 / 34 / 34 / 33
Set #2 — 31 / 31 / 31 / 31
Set #3 — 34 / 34 / 33 / 33
Recovery: 60" rec after rep. 400m jog after each set.
Nicole Blood — June 29th, 2007
Context & Details
In the early summer of 2007, Nicole won the 3000m title at USATF Jr. Outdoor Championships and two weeks later she captured the Pan American Jr. Games crown in the event.
This was her final workout before heading to Brazil where Pan-Ams was contested. It was performed a week before her race.
Nicole has always been blessed with impressive footspeed for a distance runner. This workout from her freshman year at UO affirms it. Her middle set of 200s at 31 with a scant 60 seconds rest is truly world class, especially for an 18-year-old.
Knowing Nicole, I can venture a guess, that she didn't perceive these reps as all too fast, even back then.
Most likely it was the type of day distance runners live for. A day of endless summer in Oregon: warm, but not hot, little wind, lots of sun, and even more excitement skipping around the bends and straights of Hayward Field. A day where the effort wasn't forced and the time recorded was much faster than perceived.
A day, when it was fast and fun. A day, simply, when everything clicked.
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer Rewatch: Inca Mummy GirlJustin Carreiro at .
Halloween is the perfect time to talk about the next classic horror movie villain.
Even though we're not rewatching the Halloween episode just yet, Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 2 Episode 4 did bring out the mummy. We got everything from the ancient curse to the life-sucking demon. And even though we didn't get the bandaged-wrapped villain, Ampata was inspired by it.
But, did we need to see the mummy? Let's find out by rewatching "Inca Mummy Girl."
Sunnydale High playing a part in the student exchange program was a strange plot device. It doesn't seem like something the school, or many of the characters, would do. Like, why would Buffy OR Cordelia agree to this program?
Cordelia likes to get involved, but she is more self-involved as a character. She only does things that benefit her and her standing in the school. And Buffy/Joyce are more focused on their own lives.
This plot felt more as a way to explain Ampata being integrated within the Scoobies. I could also just be too critical.
Did your school ever do the exchange program?
Rodney trying to steal the mummy's seal didn't make sense. Even as a bad kid, he would have better sense than to grab something from the museum.
I guess he was made to look dumber than he was. A lot of Xander's dialogue supported this backstory. We needed to believe Rodney would try to take something.
But why the seal? In a building full of artifacts worth thousands of dollars, he goes after the plate being held by the mummy? I don't buy this.
Willow: On the other hand, maybe Rodney just stepped out for a smoke?
Xander: For twenty-one hours?
Willow: It's addictive, you know.
Giles: We'll deal with that when we've ruled out evil curses.
Buffy: One day, I'm gonna live in a town where evil curses are just generally ruled out without even saying.
I love the moment when the joke turns to reality on the Scoobies's faces.
The minute Buffy said it you could tell the realization dawned on them. Nothing is ever a random idea; it's always a possibility.
Anywhere else in the world, the idea of a mummy attacking someone could be brushed off. I would brush it off. But not in Sunnydale!
"Inca Mummy Girl" is just the latest Monster of the Week to make its way to town, and Rodney is simply the latest victim.
Why did the mummy go after the real Ampata?
She could have chosen ANYONE in town to steal their life force and lived a separate life from the Scoobies. Furthermore, I don't think the museum and the Sunnydale bus station are even close to each other, so the mummy would've had to travel there unknowingly to kill him. The plot holes are too much.
I like Ara Celi as the mummy girl.
She was sweet, kind and I felt sympathetic to the struggle of the villain. She didn't want to do evil for the sake of evil; she merely wanted to live the life that was taken away from her. It's understandable from an objective standpoint.
However, similar to Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 2 Episode 2, it doesn't her excuse her from doing bad to get it.
Poor Willow! My heart broke for her. She is too good for Xander.
The upside of her overhearing Xander's chat with Buffy was that it helped her to move on. She couldn't (and shouldn't) wait around for him to realize how amazing she is. He had his chance on Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 2 Episode 1 and he wasted it.
I've mentioned before that Willow is a strong character. She did the right thing by convincing him to ask Ampata out. It helped her say goodbye more than help her friend.
Buffy: Ampata is only staying two weeks.
Willow: Yeah, and then Xander can find someone else who's not me to obsess about. At least with you I knew he didn't have a shot. Well, you know, I have a choice. I can spend my life waiting for Xander to go out with every other girl in the world until he notices me or I can just get on with my life.
Buffy: Good for you.
Willow: Well, I didn't choose yet.
Xander clearly had a thing for Ampata. He loved going after the new girls, and he especially had a thing for supernatual girls. Whether it was unknowingly or not.
I'm critical of Xander because he makes poor decisions and demeans people. However, he was strangely a nice guy around Ampata. She elevated him up to her level and he treated her with respect.
It's a shame he didn't follow this same method with his other relationships.
Even though I liked them together, was Ampata really in love with Xander? I don't think so. It was too fast for that to develop.
She had a teenage crush on him and when confronted with the possibility of losing him, her feelings were all mixed up. Come on! They only knew each other for a few hours. Ampata was being a bit dramatic with her decision.
Xander: Okay, I have something to tell you. And it's kind of a secret and it's a little bit scary. I like you. A lot. And I want you to go with me the dance.
Ampata: Why was that so scary? [Laughs]
Xander: Well, because you never know if a girl's gonna say "yes", or if she's gonna laugh in your face and pull out your still-beating heart and crush it into the ground with her heel.
Ampata: Hmm...then you are very courageous.
The Guardian was terrible at his job. He should've been let go a long time ago. (There, I said it.)
He had supposedly trained for many years to make sure the mummy was kept in her tomb but he failed in both of their fights. Ampata doesn't seem like the strongest fighter. He phoned it in.
We could've had anyone else help the Scoobies will taking down the mummy. And yet. we got him. He's like the Watchers's Council...so pointless.
Oz was introduced in Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 2 Episode 4?!
His surprise arrival caught me off guard. I knew he premiered somewhere earlier in Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 2, but I didn't realize it was "Inca Mummy Girl." It fits since this was the moment Willow started to move on from Xander.
The Willow and Oz relationship was one that was pure high school sweetheart.
From the outside, they seemed like endgame but it was never meant to be. Both of them were off-beat and nice, and they complemented each other so well. If you're a fan of Oz, enjoy these next two seasons because he changes a lot come Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 4.
And if you thought Oz appearing was the only strange introduction, just look out for Jonathan!
The future villain of Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 6, and ongoing recurring character, makes his first appearance at the dance. It's surprising to think this random one-off background character would become an important player later on.
He definitely put the work in to get a bigger profile.
Let's talk about the school dance for a second: who approved this idea?
There was so much wrong with the execution of the dance. A lot of the costumes by the students were bad stereotypes for the most part. I wish we could blame it on a Halloween episode but we can't.
Luckily they toed the line for as much as they could in the 90s. However, if they had tried something like that now, "Inca Mummy Girl" would've been roasted on Twitter. The GIFs and memes alone would last a lifetime.
Still, we were treated to Willow's iconic costume. Her choosing to go as an Eskimo in full layers is something her character would absolutely do.
She isn't like Cordelia who would do the "sexy" version of a costume. That's more of a Halloween thing nowadays. (Thank you, Mean Girls.)
This small moment was a genuinely sweet scene for the character, and Oz noticing her in the crowd touched my heart.
Oh! Near faux pas. I almost wore the same thing.Cordelia Chase
Cordelia was at her worst in "Inca Mummy Girl."
She was so mean to her exchange student, Sven. Sure, he wasn't exactly who she expected him to be, but she didn't need to treat him like that. All he did was not engage with her.
The twist of him speaking perfectly English was hilarious. If only Cordelia treated him nicer, he may have considered talking to her.
Ampata and Xander had great chemistry together. I will admit it was sad to see their budding relationship come to an end. Especially after it heated up so quickly.
As much as she claimed to be in love with him, I wasn't surprised one bit when she tried to kill him.
She loves life. She never had one and given the chance, she would do anything to keep it. We shouldn't hold it against her too much; she has had a rough time.
"Inca Mummy Girl" isn't the most complex or interesting of Buffy episodes. It's pretty standard fare with its mix of teen drama and supernatural activities. However, it does introduce many elements that play a bigger part in the series.
We got Jonathan and Oz introductions, and Willow moving on from Xander. I wouldn't give up any of those plot elements. If you're a big fan of those storylines, this is a must for rewatching.
What did you think of "Inca Mummy Girl"? Were you sad for Xander over his dating disaster? Did you like Oz from the beginning?
Want to join us in rewatching Buffy the Vampire Slayer? We'll be posting new rewatch posts every Tuesday and Thursday. Come back here and share your thoughts of the episode in the comments.
Justin Carreiro is a staff writer for TV Fanatic. Follow him on Twitter.


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Well thankfully with every down there is an up...and I certainly hit rock bottom last Thursday and have been finding the light ever since.
Depression fascinates me. It is a condition (or illness as my doctor would say) that I have experienced on and off since my teenage years. It is the reason I initially started practising Yoga and Reiki, and developed an interest in nutrition and the holistic approach to life - so in many respects I feel grateful for its darkness because through the darkness, it has also helped to create so much light in my life.
Everyone is different and every case of depression is subjective, I can only talk about it from my own personal experience. But for me, at least on the spiritual level, it is all about the need to let go. You see, as I see it, the ego - or personality then - likes to retain the status quo, it likes to know who it is and what it is doing based on past experiences, it likes to box and identify itself, it creates redundant behaviour patterns and will resist any chance for transformation and essentially, change. In fact it is the part of us that has a huge fear of change.
Trouble is, the soul wants us to transform ourselves, or at least to come back to ourselves, our true selves, beyond the labelling, the history and identity of the ego. And when it is unable to shine its light, well then the darkness falls. It is only by letting go of the past, of surrendering and going with the flow, that the light can return, as we literally let go of the identity we have created for ourselves, so that the "new" can move in.
I am not sure whether any of that makes any sense, but essentially, I know, now, that the depression is a grieving, it is like the death of the old, and a huge message to me that it is time to move on and the sooner we surrender to it, the quicker it eases. Not that surrendering is ever easy, but once we have stopped fighting and quietened the inner dialogue, and asked for help (this is sometimes crucial) then we are over the worst. It is all about healing the mind, I truly feel - right now- that everything originates in the mind.
Needless to say, as often happens - if only we could trust a little more - the Universe provided an opportunity for me to get out of my mind at the Secret Garden Party in Cambridgshire. Based on the concept of "Fact or Fiction" we were told to leave our left brains (logic) at home, go with the flow and let go...hoorah!! At the time none of it was easy, but looking back it was all necessary, to leave behind the norm, and to encourage us to experinece new ways of being, so that we were taken outside of the controlling nature of our minds (for there was no chance for control!).
Apparently numbers have doubled in the year and yet there didn't seem to be enough facilities to cope with everyone so it felt like we spent the whole weekend queueing. Queuing ages for smelly toilets so that in the end I gave up and peed behind bushes instead (much better for feeling that connection with nature!), queueing ages for drinks at the bar so I ended up drinking herbal tea from vans, a complete lack of showers so that the first day Ewan, Nige and I drove to the nearest leisure centre for a shower, and the rest of the time we stripped off in the field and washed ourselves under the cold water tap...a bit like being back in Nepal!
The biggest problem was losing people in the crowds, it just happened so easily and Ewan spent much of the weekend trying to shepherd everyone, bless him. I was more than happy to go with the flow, the holistic area was not as available as I had expected, the massages etc got booked up really quickly, and the Yoga was held at times which didn't work for me. My mobile telephone wouldn't work, which was a blessing, and of course no Internet or TV, so a lovely opportunity - a little bit like being in the mountains in Nepal - to totally let go of any concerns for anything outside of that moment.
It was all good fun, I laughed lots, I slept well, I rested, I read, I drank lots of water and ate lots of fruit, I connected with nature, I walked for miles and danced a lot and I let go, the angels were right, there was a need for flexibility...
So now a bit of clarity has returned, yes indeed time for change. But not to be forced, I feel that this is another lesson I am learning, change is happening, every day in so many ways, and change does not need to be huge, like all of a sudden leaving your job, selling you house and sailing off into the distance, it is more to do with the mind, changing the mind, letting go of the voice that tells us how we should be living our lives and berates us if we are not living that particular way...and by changing the mind, then so our life will change, for there are reflections everywhere.


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The new joke book is due out September 25th.
Heard It Say is 104 pages of one-liners and celebrity quotes. It's illustrated throughout with original cartoons by ad agency creative Aidan Dowling. Obviously, Trump features prominently, but there's also a lot of topical Irish jokes to amuse people.
It will be available to buy in Irish book stores from September 25th for €9.95.
Here's a taste of what to expect from the book:
Boris Johnson was out-manoeuvred by Michael Gove, which is the equivalent of being knocked down by your own golf buggy.
Eddie calls his wife the ventriloquist. She's forever putting words in his mouth.
Donald Trump: "Well Vlad, in a word, how's Russia?" "Good", Putin replies. "And in more than one word?" Trump asks. "Not good," Putin says.
Oliver Callan's take on Ireland's public service scandals: "Heads never really roll, they simply roll in it."
Diarmuid Gavin plants his veg in alphabetical order. Where does he find the thyme? It's right next to the sage.
An elephant walks into the Forty Foot and sees a naked bather. He asks the man: "How on earth do you breathe through that?"
If love is blind, why is Agent Provocateur so popular?
Pádraig Lynch now chairs the Anti-Nepotism League, a noble body founded in the 1920s by his grand-uncle.
The three ages of men: youth, middle age and "my word, you look well".
Roy Keane should do the Camino. He's well used to walking.
Terry Wogan was an anti-depressant with no side-effects.
When you work from home, you only have to sound dressed at 9.30am.
Wally has been found. His funeral will be held soon but no one knows where exactly. It's how he would have wanted it.
May misfortune follow you always – but never catch up.
What did the mother buffalo say to her son as he was leaving home? "Bison"
The author Michael Cullen is editor of Marketing.ie, Ireland's marketing and media monthly and website. He is a regular contributor to Ireland's national media. This is Cullens second joke book after his first Ash, sure what of it.


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Lane closures coming this month to Walnut Street in Cary
Here's a heads-up for drivers who find themselves on Walnut Street in downtown Cary this month.
Starting Aug. 8, the town will close the eastbound lane of Walnut between Kildaire Farm Road and South Walker Street from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily for about two weeks.
The good news is that eastbound traffic will shift to the center turn lane, meaning both directions of Walnut Street will remain accessible.
Later in the month, the westbound lane will close in the same block of Walnut Street, with traffic again shifting to the center turn lane.
The lane closures are associated with construction of the new Cary Regional Library and parking deck at the corner of Kildaire Farm Road and Walnut Street.
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Antique Bracelet Art Deco 4.55 Old European Cut Diamonds & .96 Sapphire in Platinum
This Modern bracelet is a exquisite take on Art Deco designs. It is made with a combination of dazzling Old European cut diamonds and calibre cut sapphires to set off the bright, white diamonds. The center diamond is set into a decorative octagonal bezel which was common in jewelry from the 1920's and 1930's. The sapphires in this platinum bracelet were cut specifically to fit into this special piece. The layout of the accent sapphires creates a geometric look that is a hallmark of Art Deco era jewelry. Every inch of this amazing bracelet is covered in gemstones so it sparkles from every direction.
Primary StonePrimary Stone: Genuine Natural Diamond
Shape and Measurements: 5.93 mm - 6.27 mm x 3.58 mm (1)
Color: H
Clarity: VS2
Stone Weight: .90 carats
Accent StoneAccent Stone: Natural Blue Sapphire
Shape and Measurements: 2.5 mm = .06 (16)
Stone Weight: .96 cttw
Secondary Accent Stone: Genuine Natural Diamond
Shapes and Measurements: 4.0 mm (2) 3.00 mm (21) 1.5 mm (56)
Color and Clarity: G/H, VS1-VS2
Weight: 3.65
General CharacteristicsMeasurements: Width = 16.15 mm Length = 6 1/4 inches
Total Gram Weight: 21.3 grams
Total Diamond Weight: 4.55 cttw
Era: Modern 1970-Present


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I'm back!!!!!! Hey there fellow paper peeps! So excited to share with you a layout of a vintage style, a really hard style for me, as I don't do it very often. This layout features my hubby as a baby and his Mom taken in 1944, wasn't he a cute baby!!!!
There were so many yummy Creative Embellishments chipboards to choose from, I had such fun figuring out which ones to use. I started by showcasing the sweet photo with the Circle Vine Frame.
First I covered it with gesso, which may have been a mistake because I used a very dark embossing powder to cover the piece. The white of the gesso wants to peek through in some places. I did emboss the frame twice just to give good coverage, as you can see below.
Here's another angle:
I used various flowers from my stash, including the sweet stargazer lilies from Blue Fern Studio and 49th and Market. Then I added some sweet fussy-cut images that I thought were perfect for a little guy's page. Had to add some of those gorgeous flourishes from CE, embossed in gold, around the flower clusters. I cut apart Flourish #15.
In the right hand bottom flower cluster I added Vintage Flourish 1
I really hope you enjoyed my sharing how I altered CE's gorgeous chipboards. Standby for more inspiration to come featuring Creative Embellishments. There store is located at http://www.creativeembellishments.com Have a great week everyone!!!


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Welcome to Alcatel GO FLIP Repair Service
Alcatel GO FLIP is a great old-school flip phone. And if your GO FLIP is broken, you don't need to buy a modern smartphone with a giant screen. Instead, you can contact Mr Fix Cell Phone & Computer Repair to replace the broken component on your GO FLIP.
Mr Fix technicians are able to repair your Alcatel GO FLIP after any damage:
- Broken front or rear displays;
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- A quiet loudspeaker and earpiece;
- A broken camera.
Unfortunately, fixing your Alcatel GO FLIP yourself isn't the best option. There are no tutorials on the internet that would explain how to properly dismantle the device. Besides, you'd have to purchase several additional tools just for a single repair besides the broken component.
Not everyone needs a top Android or Apple smartphone with an NFC chip, a dual-SIM slot, and a metal body. If you want to continue using an old-school yet relevant Alcatel GO FLIP after it was impaired, just contact Mr Fix Cell Phone & Computer Repair to fix your device.


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Imagine at the end of your close-up performance, you cause every card in the deck to turn TOTALLY TRANSPARENT...in the SPECTATOR'S HANDS! This is one of the strongest closing effects possible with a deck of cards. You can do it anywhere, standing, no table required, and it resets instantly.
Building on the notion of the popular Omni Deck, The Phantom Deck is an entire pack of transparent, clear cards. When held together, they look, feel, cut, and shuffle like a normal deck...except that every single card is transparent. This allows you to make visual or surprise changes from a normal deck to an "invisible" deck of cards...yet it's an invisible pack your spectators can touch and spread and feel.
The sides of the deck have been fuse-heat treated in white so they perfectly resemble a normal pack of cards. With one cover card on top, you can place the deck in a spectator's hands, and she will be unable to feel the difference between the Phantom Deck and a normal pack.The Phantom Deck will last a lifetime, and we have now found a process to manufacture the cards in fantastic quality. The effect is self-working, and you will be performing The Phantom Deck within minutes of receiving the routine.
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Videos are scientifically proven to be the most powerful communication tool available to businesses. Most SMEs and start-ups know that they should be engaging in video marketing, but they don't understand how to make their videos achieve results they desire. I have dedicated the past 10 years to understand what it takes to create a video that achieves results, and I am going to share some of the crucial elements of video success with you. I like to call them the three "C's".
You must begin from a place of confidence. With 80 per cent of users remembering the videos they watch online, it is important to know what to say, and how to get the camera to love you! As the saying goes, a first impression lasts. You can begin to build your confidence by knowing clearly who you are and what you provide, who your viewer/market is and how you can help them. That alone will give you the confidence you need to start.
I suggest that you prepare some simple scripts and practice them. A good script takes your viewer on a well-prepared journey.
The basics of scripting follows my 3 G's. Grab, Give, Get.
Data shows us that videos provide a 74 per cent increase in potential customers understanding of a product or service. With statistics like this, it is important to communicate clearly and engage your potential customers and inspire them not only to understand your product or service, but to take action. A video that communicates well, cuts through in three different ways;
We know that 46 per cent of potential customers take action after viewing a video online. In order to create a video that will convert the viewer into a customer, you must go through the 3 G's in reverse order. Many of us often start planning for a video by thinking, "I want to do a video about XYZ" and then at the end think "what will I get potential clients to do?" A well-crafted, higher converting video starts at the other end.
Now you know why videos work, and have begun to form an insight as to the three working components of a successful video. You are now better informed to go ahead in planning and creating a video that will actually see the results you desire, and increase your customer acquisition, conversation and retention.
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I saw this quote the other day:
"Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels."
If I were to change one word of that quote, I'd change "skinny" to "healthy." Then, it has meaning to me. I don't strive for "skinny," however, I know one truth: everything I do in life is done through the perspective of my physical body. My body is persistently reacting to my thoughts. When you think about it—to what else would it react? So, I consider my body to be a mirror of the way I think.
Having said that, if I feel healthy, it's likely that the world around me will seem better—and if I've let my health go, my perspective will follow it. Also, I've learned that it works both ways: a person that feels good physically—typically thinks more positively; and, a positive thinker promotes a healthy body. Remember this concept as you move through your day. Be aware of your thoughts because your body is counting on them for its next move. You Can Do It!


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Jake is a skilled handyman, and he's still Felicia's friend. He doesn't mind coming over to help out… but when he turns up the heat on their friendship, Felicia must make a difficult decision.
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To fight loneliness and help others remember their full potential.
We achieve this by creating safe spaces where people can show up fully and connect meaningfully with others. Where play, collaboration, and connection is at the heart of things.
Today, we need this type of design more than ever before. Loneliness is a real thing.
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Strangers are just friends you haven't yet met.
It's human to feel like we're the protagonist of life's great epic. Like we're at the center of the universe. But everyone around us is living just as rich and complex of a life as us. They've got the crazies. Just like you. They're totally dynamic. Just like you. And they're the star of their own play.
How might we break down walls between people and build stronger ensembles of vibrant characters?
Together, we can build new realities.
It's easy to get caught in routines, patterns of thinking, and ways of behaving. As a result, we can feel lonely and trapped. At the core of experience design, however, is the belief that we can design more beautiful realities together. Magical worlds that help us reconnect with our inner child and see one another.
How might we imagine something more inclusive, safe, and inspiring for everyone?
Engineering serendipity can leave lasting marks on our hearts.
It can be tough to look up and see those around us. Our own neighbors, or even the people at our morning bus stops. We design collisions between people. Through dialogue, rituals, and shared experience, we bring people together in powerful ways.
What if we were to collide more with the people who see us, feel us, and want to know us?
Life shouldn't just be lived. It should be designed.
When we shake things up and leave routines behind, we feel more, remember more, and think differently. We use design to make the mundane magical and curate wonder in a way that leads to powerful insights. We don't just live life. We design memorable moments.
What if we could design more moments that would stay with us forever?
"But we were never lonely and never afraid when we were together."
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Dr. Seuss was once challenged to write a children's novel in less than fifty words. He did, Green Eggs & Ham, and every word in it was monosyllabic–every word except anywhere.
Anywhere stands out. Literally, it interrupts the cadence of the story. And for years, it's been our reminder to make the mundane magical.
Anywhere are experimental spaces that inspire, connect, and empower others. We've run them now for four years–in warehouses in San Francisco, in apartments in Sao Paulo, and under the stars in the jungles of Kilifi. And they all have a few things in common: they build psychological safety through story, encourage collaboration, and accelerate change by unlocking human potential.


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You can join the do-it-yourselfers taking on faux and decorative painting. Image the complete wall in your head and draw a sketch of it, including your motifs on a notepad or a piece of paper and practice it over and over once more until you are confident of performing it on the wall. Dip your paint roller or sponge into the paint and tap off excess paint onto a folded sheet of paper towel. Appear over your design and style, and fill in any gaps making use of a thin brush and some additional paint. If there are no walls with stand-out features in your bedroom, you can decide on any wall as the 'feature wall' and continue to create on your wall paint styles from a single focal point. Select a small patch of wall and practice over and over again till you are confident enough to get it appropriate on a bigger wall.
Check the underside of the stencil for any leaked paint prior to reusing it. If you plan on reusing the stencil, double-check underneath it. If any paint got underneath the stencil, you may finish up transferring that paint into your wall. Let the paint dry for about two hours and proceed with as a lot of coats you deem needed to get the color you want.
Following painting a square on the wall and observing it in distinct light you select a color. It seems like you are correct below a tree with birds fluttering around you, which will add elegance and class to the room. You can either paint them in strong colors or add in textures by using a variety of painting accessories. If you want a far more subtle look, use two diverse shades for your wall and design.
If you are using a tiny paint sponge, you may possibly locate a paint palette less complicated to operate with. Accent walls function very best when there seems to be a logical reason why a particular wall invites unique treatment, compared with other walls in the space. The method I ended up going with was fantastic, because right after I painted the design and style I was in a position to step back and get a sense of what the general finished item would look like and was in a position to fill in some spots where I wanted some added lines. The paisley pattern is ideal for any area, like your bedroom, living space or anyplace else. This option is 19.5 inches by 19.5 inches in size and you can use it to make a wavy line design on the wall.
Thankfully, paint is an inexpensive option for creating more than a area and it can be very easily changed. Sleek wooden stick: This stick will be utilised for your wrist's assistance while you paint so that your hand doesn't shake. Wallpaper is mucho high-priced (especially the ones with the nice pattern!) – so if you want to get that wallpaper vibe with no blowing the price range – then get your hands on some paint rollers and go to town.


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Color Crash Course - Denim with Denim
Since I have been doing a series on denim, I thought it would be appropriate to start my Color Crash Course column with a post on styling denim with denim. These days denim comes in a variety of colors so we don't have to be concerned about being too matchy or not matchy enough, but I am sure there are still a few souls out there who think that styling blue denim with blue denim is taboo.
See what you think after looking at how I paired different washes of denim together.
You know, doing a full day photo shoot can get tedious, especially as I am running in and out, up and down, changing my clothes, so you have to expect I get a little silly once in a while. I'm amazed that I can still stand on one foot and not fall over. That and I can rub my tummy and pat my head at the same time. I am just a woman of amazing talents. Ha, ha.
You can see I wore the same bermuda shorts that I styled in my Denim Daze series (see that post here). This time I wore a white tee then threw on an infinity scarf and a button up in a darker wash. You can see another way I style this darker chambray shirt here, here and here.
Here is a better look at the scarf. I thought it really pulled the two washes of denim together. I completed the look with a navy bangle, my black espadrille flats and a canvas bag with a similar look to the shoes.
For a different look try styling a solid denim piece with a printed denim piece. Again, in this outfit the denim have different washes.
I used a white top, this time a light weight short sleeve sweater and layered the chambray shirt over it (here is another post where I styled this chambray shirt differently). I think another way this outfit could have been done is to skip the tee and tuck the shirt into the pants then add a blingy belt and some sparkly wedges to dress it up. Add a bright colored bag for a pop of color.
Here you can see my jewelry a little better. The necklace was from Kohl's and the bracelet was from Chico's. My bright blue Keds are another thrift store find.
I chose to style both of these outfits casually, but I could see combinations involving bright colored heels and bags, or different colored jewelry or scarves. Denim really is a type of neutral and it goes with anything, even itself.
Here are the outfits side by side.
Let me know in the comments section below or by posting a comment on Facebook whether you think denim with denim works and would you wear it. I appreciate your support and input.


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Tuesday, 17 July 2018
Review: NYX Holo Graphic Halo Eye Tint
16 comments:
These look really pretty. I don't wear alot of liquid eyeshadows. I prefer a pot shadow, if I'm not doing a powder.ReplyDelete
Jennifer | Mrs Q BeautyReplies
These are stunning and so easy to use xDelete
The shades are super beautiful, i didn't knowReplyDelete
about their existence but ill consider buying one at least to try *-*
My blog - LalabetterdayzReplies
These are so pretty! xDelete
I never knew there's eye tint.ReplyDelete
This is pretty fun and easy to apply.
Much Love,
Jane | The Bandwagon ChicReplies
Super easy to use and so pretty for summer xDelete
Amazing post as usual Laura! I love the look of these - Nyx is such an affordable brand and some of the products they bring out are GENIUS! Fairy dust is definitely something I'd put in the centre of my lid for a lovely halo eye look! Looking forward to the video! xReplyDelete
Marina Rosie x
Oh these look like such a quick way to do eyeshadow! I like the gold one too. We have that brand here, I will need to look for these in the stores! :)ReplyDelete
Hope you are having a lovely week aside from forgetting the camera cable! It's a very chilly, wintery week here!
Away From The Blue BlogReplies
NYX have some cute stuff xDelete
Such a awesome colors and products! Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
these are so prettyReplyDelete
Wonder Cottage
They are so pretty!!ReplyDelete
Effortlessly SophisticatedReplies
They really are xDelete