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Off the Rails: Risks of Crude Oil Transportation by Freight in NY State and Beyond
By Karen Edelstein, NY Program Coordinator, FracTracker Alliance
Since 2011, North Dakota crude oil from the Bakken Shale Play has made its way to refineries on the east coast via freight trains. This means of oil transportation is becoming increasingly common, as plans for pipeline development have been falling short, but demand for more energy development continues to climb (see New York Times, April 12 , 2014). In addition to the Bakken crude, there are also currently proposals under consideration to ship crude by rail from Alberta's tar sands region, along these same routes through New York State.
Alarm about the danger of these "bomb trains" came sharply into public focus after the disaster in Lac Mégantic, Québec in July 2013 when a train carrying 72 carloads of the highly volatile Bakken oil derailed, setting off a massive series of explosions that leveled several blocks of the small town, killing 47 people (photo above). The crude from the Bakken is considerably lighter than that of other oil and gas deposits, making it more volatile than the crude that has been traditionally transported by rail.
Quantifying the Risk
As estimated by the National Transportation Safety Board, with deliveries at about 400,000 barrels a day headed to the Atlantic coast, about a 20-25% of this volume passes through the Port of Albany, NY. There were recent approvals for 3 billion gallons to be processed through Albany. The remainder of the crude is delivered to other ports in the US and Canada. Any oil travelling by rail through the Port of Albany would also pass through significant population centers, including Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse, NY. Binghamton, NY is also bisected by commercial rail lines.
In the past year, the New York Times, as well as other media, have reported on the threat of disasters similar to what occurred in Québec last summer, as the freight cars pass through Albany. Not only is the oil itself volatile, safety oversight is extremely spotty. According to The Innovation Trail, "… a 2013 report from the Government Accountability Office noted that the Federal Railroad Administration only examines 1-percent of the countries rail road infrastructure."
RiverKeeper, in their recent report on the topic, notes:
Nationwide, shipping crude oil by rail has jumped six-fold since 2011, according to American Association of Railroads data, and rail shipments from the Bakken region have jumped exponentially since 2009.
This ad-hoc transportation system has repeatedly failed — and spectacularly.
The fires resulting from derailments of Bakken crude oil trains have caused fireballs and have burned so hot that emergency responders often can do nothing but wait—for days—to let the fires burn themselves out.
The Guardian has reported that a legacy of poor regulation and safety failures led to the disaster in Québec, leading to bankruptcy of Montreal, Maine & Atlantic Railways (MMA), and numerous class action suits. Records show that MMA was particularly lax in maintaining their rail cars and providing training for their employees. Meanwhile, in the US, critics of rail transport of volatile crude oil point to inadequate monitoring systems, training, and, importantly, prepared and available emergency response teams that would be able to respond to explosions or disasters anywhere along the route. The size of a explosion that could occur would easily overwhelm volunteer fire and EMT services in many small towns.
These same trains pass through other major cities in Western and Central New York, including Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Utica. Not only are the railroads in proximity to significant population centers, they are also close to scores of K-12 schools, endangering the wellbeing of thousands of children (Table 1). In fact, across New York State, 495 K-12 public schools, or 12% of the total in the state, are within a half-mile of major railways–the standard evacuation distance for accidents involving railcars filled with flammable liquids and gases, as recommended by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) in their Emergency Response Guidebook. The US DOT also recommends an isolation zone of 1600 meters (1.0 miles) around any railcars filled with those materials if they are on fire.
Map of NYS Rail Lines and K-12 Schools
Click on this interactive map or pan through the state to explore regions outside of Rochester, NY. For a full-screen view of this map, with a legend, click here.
For example, on their way through the City of Buffalo crude-carrying freight trains pass within a half-mile of residences of more than 86,000 people, as well as 20 public schools and 4 private schools, and within a half-mile of homes of nearly 60,000 people, 15 public schools, and 5 private schools, on the way through Rochester. See Figures 1-5.
Our work stands in support of and extends the excellent analyses already focusing on the Port of Albany done this past summer by the Natural Resources Defense Council and Healthy Schools Network. (See their report, which looked at the north-south rail corridor in New York State that passes along the Hudson River, within close proximity to 75 K-12 schools).
Table 1. Summary of population statistics in proximity to railways for five New York State cities
City | Population (2010 US Census) |
Within ½ Mile of Freight Rail Way |
% Population | # K-12 public schools in city | # K-12 private schools in city | ||
Buffalo | 261,310 | 33% | 28 | 8 |
Rochester | 214,989 | 27.4% | 15 | 5 |
Syracuse | 145,168 | 16% | 4 | 1 |
Utica | 62,230 | 28.5% | 2 | 0 |
Binghamton | 47,376 | 63.5% | 6 | 0 |
Figures 2-5. Proximity maps for Rochester, Syracuse, Utica, and Binghamton, NY
Learn more about Oil Transportation and Accidents by Rail


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NEW YORK (AP) — Federal health officials on Thursday reported the first death in an ongoing salmonella outbreak linked to raw turkey.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the death was in California but didn't have any immediate details. Since last November, the agency said 164 people have fallen ill in 35 states, with the most recent case being reported on Oct. 20.
No products have been recalled, and the agency hasn't recommended that people avoid turkey. But it said it believes the outbreak is widespread and ongoing, and it reminded people to properly cook and handle turkey with Thanksgiving approaching.
"We are still seeing new illnesses being reported on a weekly basis," said Colin Basler, an epidemiologist with the CDC.
Basler noted there is a lag time between when a person gets sick and when the illness gets reported to health officials. The California Department of Public Health did not immediately respond to an email seeking additional details about the death.
A single supplier hasn't been identified in connection with the outbreak. The rare salmonella strain was identified in live turkeys, as well as in ground turkey, turkey patties and raw turkey pet food.
The National Turkey Federation said in a statement that its members have reviewed their salmonella-control programs. The industry group said programs include vaccination and sanitation, such as wearing protective boots and clothing to reduce birds' exposure to pathogens.
To limit risk, the CDC recommends cooking turkey to an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees, and washing hands and counters that have touched uncooked meat.
Salmonella can be found in a variety of foods, including packaged foods. This week, Conagra Brands recalled 2.4 million boxes of Duncan Hines cake mix because of a link to salmonella.
The CDC estimates salmonella causes about 1.2 million illnesses a year. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps and can last up to seven days. Illnesses are more likely to be severe in the elderly and infants, according to the CDC.


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JSON::MaybeXS - Use Cpanel::JSON::XS with a fallback to JSON::XS and JSON::PP
use JSON::MaybeXS;
my $data_structure = decode_json($json_input);
my $json_output = encode_json($data_structure);
my $json = JSON()->new;
my $json_with_args = JSON::MaybeXS->new(utf8 => 1); # or { utf8 => 1 }
This module first checks to see if either Cpanel::JSON::XS or JSON::XS (at at least version 3.0) is already loaded, in which case it uses that module. Otherwise it tries to load Cpanel::JSON::XS, then JSON::XS, then JSON::PP in order, and either uses the first module it finds or throws an error.
It then exports the encode_json
and decode_json
functions from the loaded module, along with a JSON
constant that returns the class name for calling new
If you're writing fresh code rather than replacing JSON.pm usage, you might want to pass options as constructor args rather than calling mutators, so we provide our own new
method that supports that.
, decode_json
and JSON
are exported by default; is_bool
is exported on request.
To import only some symbols, specify them on the use
use JSON::MaybeXS qw(encode_json decode_json is_bool); # functions only
use JSON::MaybeXS qw(JSON); # JSON constant only
To import all available sensible symbols (encode_json
, decode_json
, and is_bool
), use :all
use JSON::MaybeXS ':all';
To import all symbols including those needed by legacy apps that use JSON::PP:
use JSON::MaybeXS ':legacy';
This imports the to_json
and from_json
symbols as well as everything in :all
. NOTE: This is to support legacy code that makes extensive use of to_json
and from_json
which you are not yet in a position to refactor. DO NOT use this import tag in new code, in order to avoid the crawling horrors of getting UTF-8 support subtly wrong. See the documentation for JSON for further details.
This is the encode_json
function provided by the selected implementation module, and takes a perl data structure which is serialised to JSON text.
my $json_text = encode_json($data_structure);
This is the decode_json
function provided by the selected implementation module, and takes a string of JSON text to deserialise to a perl data structure.
my $data_structure = decode_json($json_text);
This function is equivalent to calling JSON()->new->encode($data_structure)
. It takes a perl data structure which is serialised to JSON text without encoding it to UTF-8. You should only use this function if you expect another layer to handle the UTF-8 encoding of the resulting JSON text.
my $json_text = to_json($data_structure);
Additional arguments can be passed and will be handled as in "to_json" in JSON, this is included to support legacy code only.
This function is equivalent to calling JSON()->new->decode($json_text)
. It takes a string of unencoded JSON text to deserialise to a perl data structure. You should only use this function if another layer is already handling the UTF-8 decoding of the input JSON text.
my $data_structure = from_json($json_text);
Additional arguments can be passed and will be handled as in "from_json" in JSON, this is included to support legacy code only.
The JSON
constant returns the selected implementation module's name for use as a class name - so:
my $json_obj = JSON()->new; # returns a Cpanel::JSON::XS or JSON::PP object
and that object can then be used normally:
my $data_structure = $json_obj->decode($json_text); # etc.
The use of parentheses here is optional, and only used as a hint to the reader that this use of JSON
is a subroutine call, not a class name.
$is_boolean = is_bool($scalar)
Returns true if the passed scalar represents either true
or false
, two constants that act like 1
and 0
, respectively and are used to represent JSON true
and false
values in Perl.
Since this is a bare sub in the various backend classes, it cannot be called as a class method like the other interfaces; it must be called as a function, with no invocant. It supports the representation used in all JSON backends.
Available since version 1.002004.
With JSON::PP, JSON::XS and Cpanel::JSON::XS you are required to call mutators to set options, such as:
my $json = $class->new->utf8(1)->pretty(1);
Since this is a trifle irritating and noticeably un-perlish, we also offer:
my $json = JSON::MaybeXS->new(utf8 => 1, pretty => 1);
which works equivalently to the above (and in the usual tradition will accept a hashref instead of a hash, should you so desire).
The resulting object is blessed into the underlying backend, which offers (at least) the methods encode
and decode
To include JSON-aware booleans (true
, false
) in your data, just do:
use JSON::MaybeXS;
my $true = JSON()->true;
my $false = JSON()->false;
The booleans are also available as subs or methods on JSON::MaybeXS.
use JSON::MaybeXS ();
my $true = JSON::MaybeXS::true;
my $true = JSON::MaybeXS->true;
my $false = JSON::MaybeXS::false;
my $false = JSON::MaybeXS->false;
CONVERTING FROM JSON::Any
JSON::Any used to be the favoured compatibility layer above the various JSON backends, but over time has grown a lot of extra code to deal with legacy backends (e.g. JSON::Syck) that are no longer needed. This is a rough guide of translating such code:
Change code from:
use JSON::Any;
my $json = JSON::Any->new->objToJson($data); # or to_json($data), or Dump($data)
use JSON::MaybeXS;
my $json = encode_json($data);
Change code from:
use JSON::Any;
my $data = JSON::Any->new->jsonToObj($json); # or from_json($json), or Load($json)
use JSON::MaybeXS;
my $json = decode_json($data);
The new()
method in this module is technically a factory, not a constructor, because the objects it returns will NOT be blessed into the JSON::MaybeXS
If you are using an object returned by this module as a Moo(se) attribute, this type constraint code:
is 'json' => ( isa => 'JSON::MaybeXS' );
will NOT do what you expect. Instead, either rely on the JSON
class constant described above, as so:
is 'json' => ( isa => JSON::MaybeXS::JSON() );
Alternatively, you can use duck typing:
use Moose::Util::TypeConstraints 'duck_type';
is 'json' => ( isa => Object , duck_type([qw/ encode decode /]));
At installation time, Makefile.PL will attempt to determine if you have a working compiler available, and therefore whether you are able to run XS code. If so, Cpanel::JSON::XS will be added to the prerequisite list, unless JSON::XS is already installed at a high enough version. JSON::XS may also be upgraded to fix any incompatibility issues.
Because running XS code is not mandatory and JSON::PP (which is in perl core) is used as a fallback backend, this module is safe to be used in a suite of code that is fatpacked or installed into a restricted-resource environment.
You can also prevent any XS dependencies from being installed by setting PUREPERL_ONLY=1
in Makefile.PL options (or in the PERL_MM_OPT
environment variable), or using the --pp
or --pureperl
flags with the cpanminus client.
mst - Matt S. Trout (cpan:MSTROUT) <email@example.com>
Clinton Gormley <email@example.com>
Karen Etheridge <email@example.com>
Kieren Diment <firstname.lastname@example.com>
Copyright (c) 2013 the JSON::MaybeXS
"AUTHOR" and "CONTRIBUTORS" as listed above.
This library is free software and may be distributed under the same terms as perl itself.


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Erik Hersman (@whiteafrican, TED fellow and blogger) took some great photos at Maker Faire Africa, some of which we posted last week.
Hersman's slideshow covers the whole event and includes the gorgeous shot of the four teen girls and their smart urine powered generator that has been making the rounds on the internet.
This is the fourth Maker Faire Africa. This year the event took place in Lagos, Nigeria; 2011 was Cairo, Egypt; 2010 in Nairobi, Kenya; and the founding year 2009 in Accra, Ghana.
In 2012 there were almost 60 Maker Faires around the world, all sharing the same passion and showing the same respect for the innovation, resourcefulness and creativity of makers—no matter where they live.
Learn more about how you can bring Maker Faire to your community here.
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Privacy Policy
JBMG is committed to protecting the privacy of all users of our website. To this purpose, we prepared this privacy policy.
In order to ensure our commitment to the privacy of our customers, JBMG has adopted the best practices in personal data security and protection (see "Privacy Policy"), under the terms described below.
In this regard, in order to ensure that all personal data are processed and protected in accordance with the new General Data Protection Regulation, we ask you to read our new Privacy and Data Protection Policy carefully.
It is extremely important that you read and give your express consent to the maintenance and processing of your personal data, in order to authorise the transmission of communications in accordance with the rules defined herein.
In addition, it is important to clarify that simply browsing or accessing the JBMG website will not necessarily imply cookies (whose policy you may and should read here) or the collection of your personal data.
1. Personal Data
Personal data means any information regarding an identified or identifiable natural person, of any nature and regardless of the means.
An identifiable natural person is someone who can be identified, directly or indirectly, in particular by reference to an identifier (e.g. identification number, location data, electronic identifiers or one or more specific elements of the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural or social identity of such a natural person).
Through this website, and depending on the purpose of data collection, the following personal information can be gathered: (i) name, (ii) date of birth, (iii) contact details (telephone number and e-mail address), (iv) company represented and (v) required information that is relevant to assess the suitability of candidates to work at JBMG, namely professional experience and academic qualifications.
2. Responsibility for the Processing of Personal Data
JBMG Arquitectos, Lda, legal person under no. 504742027, with registered office at Estrada de Janas, Quinta da Mira Serra, 2710-265 Sintra – Portugal is the entity responsible for the collection and processing of personal data for the purposes set out below.
If you believe that the information contained in this Privacy Policy is not sufficiently clear and/or transparent, or for any other reason that you may deem relevant, please contact us at: firstname.lastname@example.com
3. Purpose of the Processing of Personal Data
The collection and processing of personal data on JBMG's website is intended for: (i) the recruitment and selection of candidates, as well as (ii) sending, upon express request of the user, of service and/or budget proposals (or other information on JBMG products and/or services), therefore the filling of the form corresponding to each of the purposes and/or the submission of the curriculum vitae (in case of the collection and processing of personal data for the purpose of recruitment and selection of candidates) corresponds to the prior and express consent to the processing of the personal data transmitted.
If the user expressly and previously allows the processing of their personal data (which consent can be revoked at any time – see section 5 below), JBMG undertakes to ensure the processing of the personal data to the extent and for the time necessary to the pursuit of its purposes.
In view of the foregoing, JBMG clarifies that is does not request or encourage, in any place or in any way, the submission or transmission of personal data related to philosophical or political beliefs, party or trade union affiliation, religious faith, private life and racial or ethnical origin, as well as the processing of data related to health and sexual life, including genetic data.
Therefore, and if personal data is transmitted to JBMG, it cannot be held liable for their processing under this Privacy Policy.
Without prejudice to other forms of contact with JBMG, the non-transmission of personal data by the user prevents JBMG from considering him/her for the purpose of recruiting/submitting proposals and/or budgets or other information, as applicable.
4. Maintenance of Personal Data
The period of time during which personal data are stored and maintained will vary in accordance with the aforementioned purposes.
In this regard, it should be clarified that personal data relating to the recruitment and selection of candidates may be maintained for the period necessary to comply with the purpose (e.g., if the applicant joins JBMG, his/her personal data will be processed for human resource management purposes; if the applicant does not join JBMG, data can be maintained in reserve for future recruitment processes, without prejudice to the right of the holder to request the suppression of their data at any time, as indicated in section 5 below).
Personal data whose purpose is the submission of service and/or budget proposals or information regarding new JBMG products and/or services will be stored for a period of one (1) year after the latest contact with the holder of the personal data, without prejudice to the fact that longer periods may be applied whenever the situation justifies it (provided that proportionally to such situation), namely to safeguards the rights of JBMG.
5. Right of access, rectification, deletion, limitation of processing and portability of Personal Data
The user is guaranteed, at any time, the right of access to their personal data, as well as to their rectification, deletion, portability, limitation and/or opposition to the processing – in this regard, the user may exercise any of these rights by addressing in writing to JBMG through the address of the registered office or through the following e-mail: email@example.com
In addition, the user may always present any complaints he/she deems necessary to the competent authority for this purpose.
6. Security in the Processing of Personal Data
Personal data will be processed and stored in electronic means and paper format.
JBMG undertakes to ensure the security and protection of personal data you submit to use through the website, having adopted the appropriate measures necessary for this purpose, namely: (i) password protection, (ii) use of digital certificates, (iii) physical entry restrictions to the premises where the personal data storage servers are located; (iv) firewalls, (v) secure communication via https protocol.
JBMG informs that said security measures are reviewed and updated according to the needs and requirements on these matters.
If, for any reason, there is a breach of security that causes, accidentally or unlawfully, the destruction, loss, alteration, disclosure or unauthorised access to personal data, JBMG undertakes, in accordance with the applicable legislation, to notify the competent authorities, without undue delay and, whenever possible, within 72 hours of becoming aware of such occurrence.
In addition, under the terms referred to in the preceding paragraph, JBMG undertakes to report the violation of personal data to the respective holder of said data, in accordance with the applicable legislation.
Notwithstanding the security measures taken by JBMG, it is important to point out that the users should also take additional security measures, in particular to ensure that there is an up-to-date active firewall, antivirus and anti-spyware.
7. Communication of Personal Data to Third Parties
In the course of its business, JBMG may use third parties to provide certain services (located inside or outside the European Union), which may imply, in some cases, access by said entities to personal data of users.
In such a scenario, JBMG undertakes to take the necessary and appropriate measures, in order to ensure that entities that have access to such personal data are reputed and offer high guarantees in this regard, which shall be duly provided for and safeguarded in writing in the agreement to be entered into between JBMG and the third party/parties.
In fact, any entity sub-contracted by JBMG will process the personal data of users, on its behalf and account, undertaking to take the necessary technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against accidental or unlawful destruction, accidental loss, alteration, dissemination or unauthorised access, and against any other form of unlawful processing.
In any case, JBMG remains responsible for the processing of personal data.
Where necessary, and within the scope of sub-contracting of third parties by JBMG, personal data may be transferred to outside the European Union, under the terms and conditions permitted by the applicable law.
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The holder of personal data has the right to obtain from the person responsible for the processing of personal data the deletion of his/her personal data, who, in turn, will be obliged to delete them, whenever one of the following reasons applies: (i) data are no longer necessary for the purpose for which they were collected or processed; (ii) the holder withdraws consent, when the consent is the legal basis or the holder opposes the processing and there are no prevailing legitimate interests justifying their maintenance.
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The Privacy Policy is not applicable to third party websites. In this case, whenever you visit other website from this, you should always read the applicable privacy policy and verify that you agree with its terms before providing your personal data.
JBMG shall not be liable for the applicable privacy policy nor for the content made available on third party websites.
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JBMG reserves the right, at any time, to make adjustments or changes to this Privacy Policy, and such changes shall be duly published on this website.
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The gut contains up to 80% of our immune cells. They're contained in GALT, or gut associated lymphatic tissue. From our tonsils and adenoids in the throat to our colon, the gut is the storehouse of the lymphatic system. Lymphocytes, or white blood cells that are part of the lymphatic system, are also stored and made in the thymus behind the heart, the spleen, appendix, bone marrow, and lymph nodes scattered throughout the body. See how important mouth to colon health is? Why would the body put nearly our entire immune system there if exposure to food wasn't so vital?
What is the lymphatic system's role?
It is the sewer system of the body. The body pumps 90% blood and returns it to the heart. The other 10% comprise what is known as lymph and has no pump to return it to lymphatic channels for disposal. All viruses, bacteria, toxins, cancer cells, and chemicals are passed through the lymph, where the body is alerted if a foreign particle needs to be removed.
Just think about it! Every cancer diagnosis comes with a lymph node biopsy. Why? The lymphatics are the leftover blood which covers every organ routinely on a daily basis. If it isn't moving properly (like in most Western countries, due to the Standard American Diet), then toxins and cancer cells cannot be emptied into lymphatic ducts which eventually lead to the detoxification methods in the liver/kidneys. Waste is then permanently disposed of by the bowels. These toxins fester in the system and are not recognized by the immune system in the lymph, but are still slowly exposed to organs where they "seed" that organ and cause metastasis.
This is how cancer spreads. This is why every diagnosis comes with a lymph node biopsy and it's BAD news if cancer is located there. It's been carried all over the body and Western medicine now initiates poisonous chemotherapy due to systemic spread. Chemo does not have the capability to discriminate between healthy cells and carcinogenic cells, therefore, it creates apoptosis, or cell death, for every cell in its path. This explains why it is absolutely necessary to keep the lymph system moving and healthy so it can alert the immune cells if there's a problem and swiftly move lymph to the liver for detoxification and to the colon for removal.
The lymphatic system is exposed to a myriad of toxins daily, including cigarette smoke, pollution, exhausts, prescription pill ingredients, food additives, chemicals, and pesticides. On top of that, most of us eat improperly, so we are lacking nutrients that serve as fuel. If we aren't putting the proper essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals in our system, then at some point, the system will falter. Symptoms of a sluggish lymphatic system include but are not limited to:
- Swollen fingers or bloating
- AM Soreness/stiffness
- Exhaustion
- Constipation
- Discoloration of legs
- Breast swelling or soreness with each cycle
- Dry or itchy skin
- Brain fog
- Cold hands/feet/poor circulation
- Cellulite
Here are some simple tips to get the lymph flowing again, incorporated from Ayurvedic science:
1. Exercise! What pumps lymph? Remember, the lymph system doesn't have a heart. Movement of muscles stimulate valves in the veins which help to churn lymph upwards towards the heart. Anything that creates moments of zero gravity also helps move lymph (think trampolines or roller coasters)! Also called rebounding, creating zero gravity helps the lymph move upwards to the heart and axillary lymph channels. This usually requires muscular effort that is pushing against gravity. With even a few seconds of no gravity, the lymph has an easier time making its return.
2. Inversions also pull lymph towards the heart from the lower extremities. What do you get when you add exercise+inversions? YOGA. Yoga has been known to detoxify and rejuvenate many sluggish lymph systems. Hot yoga also helps speed up the process through perspiration. Sweat is a potent detoxifier!
3. Positive and negative pressure from deep, diaphragmatic breathing is a great way to move lymph towards lymphatic channels. Our bodies have far more lymph than blood so pranayama breathing in yoga as well as slow, deep breaths throughout the day help to filter lymph and move it properly. Again, yoga is quite beneficial.
4. Diet is imperative. Make sure you're eliminating boxed or processed food. Avoid GMO or pesticides. Eat whole food and accentuate a plant based diet. Eat with the seasons, meaning warm food in the winter and cooling foods in summer. The lymph literally becomes thickened like gravy once the toxin load reaches its threshold. Eat raw fruit alone on an empty stomach. In Ayurveda, it's known for its lymph-cleansing properties. Remember, it's far easier to prevent disease than to cure it later.
5. Dry brush in the morning. Use a natural bristle brush and brush towards the heart where the lymphatic duct is located. Lymph drains in this direction. Brush upwards on the arms and legs towards the heart, using a circular motion.
6. Drink lots of lukewarm water. Ditch the sugary drinks and sweets! Water lubricates the lymph and lets it flow easier. Cold water can actually hinder digestion. Make sure you have a fluoride filter.
7. Massages, preferably gentle, stimulate the majority of stagnant lymph up to the heart. Stress can also play a role in poor lymph flow and massages can aid with this too. There are even lymph specific massages which are skillful at removing infections through manipulation of lymph. Remember the lymphatic system is mostly immune cells!
8. Low iodine has also been reported to be a sign of improper lymph flow. Lugol's iodine helps to support toxin removal from lymph. Always be sure to contact your healthcare provider before starting a new medication.
9. Eat red foods like pomegranates, cherries, beets, and cranberries! All have lymph stimulating qualities and are used in Ayurveda to cleanse the system.
Treat your body with love. It is your temple, and a healthy physical body is one of the keys to mental and spiritual health.
1. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 16th Edition
The lymphatic system
2. The Fat Flush Plan by Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD
3. www.lifespa.com: The Miracle of Lymph-Dr John Douillard's Lifespa
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There is, however, at the center of the colossus, in the pelvis of the machine, a human being: a straight-faced, hard-working, pleasure-seeking person, who is often meticulously groomed. He likes various flavors and spices. He has experienced feelings of shyness. He may, at one time or another, have been moved to an obscure self-doubt by a song he heard on the radio. A fit of temper, or the company of people who consider him unintelligent, leaves him out of sorts and in need of comfort, emotions which he copes with in his own way.
A white poplin dress shirt, crisply ironed, creates sensations on his skin as he slides his arms into the sleeves. The leather interior of a Cadillac Escalade feels and smells welcoming as he climbs into the back seat. Sunglasses which he chose based on rules governing their suitability to his face dim the world and keep harsh light from reaching his eyes. A certain confidence emanates from his wristwatch, which correctly displays a widely agreed-upon time. Chemical products developed in faraway laboratories hold his hair in place and suffuse it with a pleasing fragrance.
He has been humiliated upon occasion, but he often finds that people will do what he asks. It seems soothing and right, in a small way, each time he expresses a desire and has it gratified without conflict. He often finds that smiling at another person is enough to make them smile back. All things considered, he would prefer to be pleasant with people. However, he is aware of the ugliness that lurks at the margins of his activities, and he is capable of being strong and vehement when he speaks into his cellular phone.
At appointed times he puts on an outfit that has been laid out for him, laces his shoes, and goes outside to play a game of football. He knows that people choose to watch him play. Occasions of great importance, to himself or to others, have the power to make him nervous, though he has been accustomed to them for so long. However, he prefers to win the competitions in which he is entered. Success fills him with joy, and failure with extraordinary pain, although not to the extent that he loses sight of his obligations. It would be unwise for him to forget the cameras which record his movements, which frequently play the role of a determining natural fact.
His lungs, which transport atmospheric oxygen into his bloodstream, function in the usual human way. He sees pictures of himself almost everywhere he goes. From time to time he submits himself to the care of makeup artists, publicists, fashion designers and photographers, and follows instructions in bright artificial environments. It would be difficult for him to imagine how little is under his control. He may at times have a sudden, momentary, stressful perception that the tools which he has won for himself are not sufficient to direct even those aspects of the world that bear upon him most intimately. At such times he may look for reassurance. He is conscious of his own importance, not arrogantly, but simply in recognition of an impression which is confirmed everywhere he goes. His presence or absence alone is enough to force complex situations to reorganize themselves.
Toward the proliferation of images that surrounds him, images of himself, wearing costumes, under vivid lights, on glossy paper, on the sides of buildings, now six inches tall, now towering in the air, he must have a range of feelings. He must feel, at times, as though he is being stalked by a doppelgänger, or by some enchanted twin whose function is to supplant all his memories. He knows, surely, that his talents will fail and his appeal fade while he is still young and alive, and that time is therefore a creature who pursues him. There must be moments when the sight of himself on television, or in another magazine, or sliding over the windscreen of his Escalade as he shines down from some floating marquee, gives him an odd inkling of the archive of remnants into which he will one day be filtered, and makes him feel, inarticulately and fleetingly, as though he is looking at his own afterlife.
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St. Petersburg travel highlights
Modern St. Petersburg is a relatively young city. Peter the Great founded it in 1703, although the area has been populated for over 2,500 years. With so much history on display, it is truly a culture lover's delight. From the opera to theatre, art to magnificent architecture, St. Petersburg welcomes visitors with a display of opulence and luxury, surrounded by dramatic natural beauty all year round.
Tourist attractions
At the top of any list of tourist attractions on a trip to St. Petersburg has to be the Winter Palace. This massive royal palace and museum complex is packed with over 3 million artefacts from around the world. The Hermitage Museum, which forms the main tourist attraction, is home to one of the world's greatest collections of art. With so much to see, it is a good idea to join a guided tour so that you don't miss anything. It is also advisable to purchase a ticket online before you arrive, as queues can be long.
Although the Winter Palace complex, including the magnificent Palace Square towards the western end of Nevsky Prospect, dominates the city, there are also plenty of other attractions to see. Check out the Peter and Paul Fortress, the last resting place of a succession of Romanov Tsarsars. The cathedrals of St. Petersburg are magnificent, filled with golden murals and dazzling interiors. For a truly photogenic example, head to the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, with its typically Russian Orthodox style towers. For another great photo opportunity, the fountains of the Neva River at Vasilievsky Island are not to be missed.
There are dozens of museums and galleries to explore, and even a pair of 3,000-year-old granite sphinxes that have travelled all the way from Thebes. In fact, there is so much to see on a trip to St. Petersburg that one visit will never be enough.
Leisure activities
St. Petersburg is the home of Russian ballet and opera, and if you're travelling to St. Petersburg for business or pleasure, you should try and get at least one visit to the theatre scheduled before you leave. The Mariinsky Theatre (the home of the Kirov troupe) is a world-class venue that puts on both opera and ballet performances. Other venues include the Mikhailovskiy Theatre, the St. Petersburg Opera, and the Conservatory. For classical music, the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Grand Hall is the base for one of Russia's greatest orchestras, while the Small Hall next door hosts smaller recitals and chamber music performances.
To see St. Petersburg from a different perspective, head to St. Issac's Cathedral, which is the highest church in the city and offers a great viewpoint. If you don't have a head for heights, a canal cruise will take you past the Winter Palace and other top attractions.
Russian food is famous for its richness, variety, and quality. This huge country has many regional variations that create a tapestry of flavours. In St. Petersburg you will find some outstanding Uzbek and Tajik food such as plov, lagman and shorpa. For the best Uzbek dishes head to Sennoy market where you will find authentic Uzbek restaurants. Georgian food is also well represented across the city, with rich stews and beef dishes the main attraction. St. Petersburg has literally hundreds of restaurants to explore, and even the street cafés will serve up delicacies such as Russian caviar.
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The lagoon and extensive beaches at Oualidia, lying between El Jadida and Safi, were a well kept secret and a favourite of Moroccans as a seaside venue and a place to unwind. Oualidia is a new Honeymoon Tour destination in Morocco given it's remote location and romantic surroundings. Over the years Oualidia as a tourism destination has increased in popularity given it offers a beautiful, sheltered natural beach and fishing location where surfing and swimming in it's blue lagoon are enjoyed by more travelers on a break from the busy streets of Casablanca and Marrakech.
Oualidia is also an excellent location for bird watching with pink flamingos in spring and summer, amongst other species. The unspoiled beaches extend for miles and are ideal for walking and horse riding. There is a French run surfing camp for young and old, ideal for families with children. Members of the royal family reputedly learn to surf there. As well as the ruins an ancient Kasbah built by Sultan Al Walid there is the former King Mohammed V's palace which is now largely derelict.
With its mild year-round climate and quiet relaxing beaches, Oualidia is less crowded than the more populated Coastal town of El Jadida and Essaouira. It is more protected from the wind and a haven from the hot and dusty cities given it is less commercialised than other resorts such as Agadir.
This small coastal town is also famous for it's oyster farms at Maison Ostrea II. Oyster farming in Oualidia started shortly after Morocco gained independence in 1956 using Japanese oysters with methods learnt from the French. Now rows of oyster beds are spread along the lagoon and are separated according to size.
There is none of the usual hassling in Oualidia. The shallow waters of the lagoon are ideal for swimming, surfing, wind-surfing or water-skiing. You can hire a kayak and explore the lagoon. Oulalidia is a very important ecological location. Among the marshes and wetlands there are curlews, flamingos, sandpipers, plovers, stilts and many other migrating species making it a paradise for bird watchers
Keen walkers can follow the cliff path for miles above deserted grottoes and beaches. Oualidia is famous for its oysters. You can sample them as well as locally-caught crab, sea bass and sea bream, at one of the many waterside restaurants or freshly grilled on the beaches by fishermen.
The Araignee Gourmande restaurant is highly recommended as is L'Ostrea and there are a others including the l'Hippocampe, which is also an hotel and Le Kalypso.
There are small hotels including the Dar Beldi which is French run with attractive French Moroccan architecture and decoration and a fine garden. It is about 10 minutes walk from the beach.
The luxury boutique hotel La Sultana Oualidia is at the edge of the lagoon with L'Hippocampe and the Auberge Oualidia , which offers less costly accommodation.
Oualidia has been described as a coastal escape for connoisseurs, with something to offer out of season as well because of its milder climate and the protection from high winds by the lagoon.
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Groceries | €173* |
Clothing and shoes | €53* |
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Health insurance | €80 - €120 |
Books and study materials (varies per programme) | €49* |
Sport and social activities | €124* |
Telephone | €19* |
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As announced by Square Enix last month, Shadow of the Tomb Raider got a full reveal today. Coming September 14, the game is developed by Eidos Montréal in collaboration with Crystal Dynamics. Get more details, the full trailer and screens after the jump.
In Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Lara must master a deadly jungle, overcome terrifying tombs, and persevere through her darkest hour. As she races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, Lara will be forged into the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.
The star of the critically acclaimed 2013 Tomb Raider reboot and the award-winning Rise of the Tomb Raider®, Camilla Luddington, makes her return as Lara Croft® with yet another stunning performance in Shadow of the Tomb Raider.
"Thanks to their incredible expertise, knowledge of the franchise and outstanding creativity, Eidos-Montréal, in collaboration with Crystal Dynamics, is delivering a powerful experience with Shadow of the Tomb Raider," said Yosuke Matsuda, president and representative director of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. "Shadow of the Tomb Raider will take the series to new heights and Lara Croft to new depths."
"Shadow of the Tomb Raider will challenge Lara Croft in new and unexpected ways," said David Anfossi, Head of Studio at Eidos-Montréal. "Our team has created a diverse set of skills, combat techniques and equipment for players to master, and they'll certainly need them if they hope to survive the deadly jungle environments and tombs."
Last night, Square Enix welcomed fans, community leaders, press, and industry influencers to events in Montreal, London, and Los Angeles so they could experience Lara Croft's defining moment as she becomes the Tomb Raider. Now, a wealth of information, screenshots, and more is now available at TombRaider.com.
Fans in the New York City area will be able to enjoy a Special Preview of Shadow of the Tomb Raider at the 2018 Tribeca Film Festival on Friday, April 27. This free event will start at 4 p.m. EST, and will take place inside of the BMCC Theater at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center. Join the creative team as they discuss the evolution of Lara Croft and share in the techniques, tools and inspiration behind the series. Panel attendees will be able to witness an exclusive extended gameplay demo for the upcoming Shadow of the Tomb Raider game.
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The Hacking of the American Mind: The Science Behind the Corporate Takeover of Our Bodies and Brains Paperback – September 18, 2018
by Robert H. Lustig (Author)
"Explores how industry has manipulated our most deep-seated survival instincts."—David Perlmutter, MD, Author, #1 New York Times bestseller, Grain Brain and Brain Maker
The New York Times–bestselling author of Fat Chance reveals the corporate scheme to sell pleasure, driving the international epidemic of addiction, depression, and chronic disease.
While researching the toxic and addictive properties of sugar for his New York Times bestseller Fat Chance, Robert Lustig made an alarming discovery—our pursuit of happiness is being subverted by a culture of addiction and depression from which we may never recover.
Dopamine is the "reward" neurotransmitter that tells our brains we want more; yet every substance or behavior that releases dopamine in the extreme leads to addiction. Serotonin is the "contentment" neurotransmitter that tells our brains we don't need any more; yet its deficiency leads to depression. Ideally, both are in optimal supply. Yet dopamine evolved to overwhelm serotonin—because our ancestors were more likely to survive if they were constantly motivated—with the result that constant desire can chemically destroy our ability to feel happiness, while sending us down the slippery slope to addiction. In the last forty years, government legislation and subsidies have promoted ever-available temptation (sugar, drugs, social media, porn) combined with constant stress (work, home, money, Internet), with the end result of an unprecedented epidemic of addiction, anxiety, depression, and chronic disease. And with the advent of neuromarketing, corporate America has successfully imprisoned us in an endless loop of desire and consumption from which there is no obvious escape.
With his customary wit and incisiveness, Lustig not only reveals the science that drives these states of mind, he points his finger directly at the corporations that helped create this mess, and the government actors who facilitated it, and he offers solutions we can all use in the pursuit of happiness, even in the face of overwhelming opposition. Always fearless and provocative, Lustig marshals a call to action, with seminal implications for our health, our well-being, and our culture.


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Thank you so much for you kind supportive comments recently, it means so much to me.
Sorry if I have been quiet, my children are off school and college until Monday so we are making the most of our last few days together. I am going to miss them so much when they go back, I love having them at home.
Anyway, I am here today with my DT card for DigiStamp Boutique
This time I have used a couple of images and sentiment from the Cute Robin Chicklets set.
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Third Wave Witch: Feminist Spirituality, Spiritual Feminism
Third Wave Witchcraft explores the intersection of feminism, Witchcraft, Goddess Spirituality, and feminist activism. A place to explore how to make our spirituality more feminist, our feminism more spiritual, and our world more just.
40 Days of Ritual to Keep Abortion Legal
Here in the Deep South, it's been a rough few months for women's health. The passage of a draconian anti-abortion law -- despite the courageous efforts of Texas State Senator Wendy Davis and her allies -- has led to the closing of several women's health clinics, and will lead to the closing of many more. In Arkansas, one of the most restrictive abortion bills in the country was signed over the summer, banning the procedure in most instances later than 6 weeks. At no other time in American history since Roe v. Wade have women's reproductive rights been so under attack.
A large portion of the work I do as a Feminist Witch centers on securing social justice for women, including the right to bodily autonomy and self-determination. I see my pro-choice politics as a logical extension of my spirituality. Part of what draws me to Feminist Craft is the idea of empowerment through ritual and magick, and my feminist politics hold that we can never be truly empowered until we have control over our fertility -- from having the ability to prevent or terminate a pregnancy, up to and including the ability to make our own choices about how, when and whether we will birth and raise children. Although I am committedly child-free, I am passionate about reproductive justice for all -- not just choice but justice in terms of access to resources that allow us to make choices.
October marks an annual campaign called 40 Days of Prayer to End Abortion, led by many conservative Christian groups. These groups hold prayer circles in their homes and outside women's health clinics and pray for an end to abortion. Pro-choice Christian groups have formed a counter campaign, 40 Days of Prayer to Keep Abortion Legal. Given the number of pro-choice Pagans out there, I have launched my own event this year: 40 Days of Ritual to Keep Abortion Legal.
This campaign is exactly what it sounds like. For 40 days, I am inviting Pagans of all paths to engage in whatever spellwork, ritual, or spiritual work they choose, with a focus on keeping abortion and reproductive health care safe and legal for all. You may work in groups or alone. You may choose to do the same ritual every night, or engage in different workings. You may do full-blown ritual, a simple candle spell, or dedicate your meditation practice to the cause of reproductive justice for the next 40 days. There is no wrong way to participate -- the goal is to have as much energy flowing toward the goal of safe and legal access to abortion and other reproductive health care as possible. There's no need to curse or work against those who are behind laws like Texas' and Arkansas', or to direct negativity at protestors, as tempting as that may sometimes be! Instead, our goal should be to offer protection for those seeking reproductive health care and protection of the right of access to that care more broadly.
If you'd like to join in 40 Days of Ritual to Keep Abortion Legal, there's nothing official you need to do -- just engage in the work. I'd love it if you'd comment here telling me you're in! You can also join our (very new) Facebook page -- share pictures of your altars, descriptions of your rituals, and just connect with others to build the energy.
40 Days of Ritual to Keep Abortion Legal runs from October 7-November 16. It's perfectly fine if you can't participate all 40 days -- any energy towards the cause of reproductive justice is welcomed!
Wednesday, 23 October 2013
Thank you, Paola.
Jia, I think that's a question that each person who considers terminating a pregnancy has to consider for themselves. The morality of abortion is a contentious issue, and not one I'm going to debate here. My pro-choice activism is about access to healthcare for those who need it. I don't get to judge whether they are making the right choice, or lay my spiritual understandings of the soul or the beginning of life on those choices. People terminate pregnancies for any number of reasons, and I think that should be an option for those who decide it is the best choice. And I don't live their lives, so I don't get to judge whether that choice is best or not. I also support the right of someone not to terminate a pregnancy that they wish to carry to term.
My interest is in women having a full range of reproductive options. I'll leave the questions of morality and ensoulment to the theologians, of which I am not one.· Paola Suarez likes this comment. -
Thursday, 24 October 2013
Since it seems that Jia has confused us when commenting I wanted to take a moment to applaud your response Susan. It's sad to me that even in Paganism you have those who do not honor women in making their own choices. Your response is concise and to the point. Thank you again Susan!
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Independence... Is It Really a Good Thing?
- Cindi McMenamin
- Updated Mar 20, 2015
In a day and age when independence is praised, I wonder if it's really a good thing when it comes to our relationship with God.
"God helps those who help themselves," we say, as if quoting Scripture. Oh really? I believe Scripture implies God helps those who admit they can't help themselves. The Apostle Paul, who probably considered himself quite independent before he met Christ, claimed the strength that comes through a total dependence on God when he said God's "power is perfected in weakness. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me" (2 Corinthians 12:9).
Some of us have trouble depending on anyone. Usually it stems from being burned -- having had a parent who walked out on us, a boyfriend or husband who betrayed us, someone significant who let us down and made us think twice before we depended on anyone again. We find ourselves thinking "I don't need anyone. I'm on my own. And I'm doing just fine."
But oh how that mindset must hurt the One who longs for us to depend on Him.
If you've prided yourself on not needing anyone, or have just feared trusting another person because of disappointment or betrayal, God wants to more than make up for your disappointment in someone else by showing you, in His Word, that He's the most reliable One you could ever depend on.
Scripture tells us three wonderful things about the God who wants us to depend on Him:
God can be trusted with your provision. When we think of someone to depend on, we often think in terms of financial stability. I remember having a falling out with my father when I was in college and wondering whom I could depend on, financially, to help get me through that difficult time. As I looked to the Lord, He provided all I needed, including a restored relationship with my Dad. And then, once married, I remember feeling rather insecure about the small paycheck my husband received during his first few years as a fulltime pastor, after I had quit my career job to stay home and raise our daughter. But I learned early on in our marriage that God can be trusted to provide for us and meet our every need. As we were faithful to honor Him with all that we had, including our money, He was always faithful in providing for us. We learned, first hand, the truth of Philippians 4:19, that "My God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus." Jesus, Himself, knew we would be concerned about material things like food, clothing and making ends meet, and therefore, He told His followers: "Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink or about your body, what you will wear...Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?" (Matthew 6:25-26). That sounds like a pretty clear "Don't worry about it" statement from the Son of God. In other words, "You have a God who is in control; so don't feel that you have to be." Those are reassuring words for anyone who feels they have no one to depend on.
God can be trusted with your protection. We can invest in a top-of-the-line security system for our homes and take all sorts of pre-cautionary measures to protect all that we have, but ultimately God is the one who protects us and keeps us safe. The Psalmist tells us: "I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety" (Psalms 4:8). And Psalm Psalms 121:2-3 assures us "My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip -- he who watches over you will not slumber." Our daughter recently saw this reality in her life. As she was traveling out of state with her college women's choir, several of the women in the choir had their wallets, credit cards and cash stolen from a church basement, while they were performing their concert. My daughter's possessions were not touched. And what about the other girls who lost their money? A television news reporter came to the scene and unbeknownst to the choir made an on-air pitch to viewers to help the girls with their losses. The next day, the girls were completely reimbursed for everything that was taken...another testimony to them of God's provision -- and protection -- on their ministry tour.
God can be trusted with your problems. We can plan out our lives, but ultimately God is in control of our destiny. Scripture tells us He knows the beginning, as well as the end of our days and has assigned us our "portion" and established our "delightful inheritance" (Psalms 16:5-8). That means He knows every event that occurs in our lives and every incident that takes us by surprise. God is so gracious that even when we take the reins and start trying to control things and we mess up, He steps in and gets us back on the right path. Psalm Psalms 37:23-24 tells us "If the Lord delights in a man's way, he makes his steps firm; though he stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord uphold him with his hand." And we who know Christ have the wonderful assurance from Scripture that God will work every bad move, unexpected situation, mistake on our part, or tragedy on the part of someone else, and work it for good in our lives. As Romans Romans 8:28 assures us: "We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose." As with the case of the stolen cards and cash from my daughter's choir group, their concert the next night was packed. God used the news about the theft to get the word out about their next performance.
Deuteronomy 33:26 says "…no other god is like ours – he rides across the skies to come and help us. The eternal God is our hiding place; he carries us in his arms…."
Whether it's protecting you, providing for you, or working out your troubles, God can be trusted to care for His own. Won't you start looking to Him as the One you can depend on?
Cindi McMenamin is a national speaker and author of several books including when women walk alone, women on the edge, and when a woman overcomes life's hurts. For more on her ministry, books, and free resources to strengthen your soul and your walk with God, see www.strengthforthesoul.com.


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Baby Time
Thursday, February 13, 2020
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Build your baby's language, motor and social skills through engaging and interactive songs, rhymes, simple movement games and books. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play with balls and other sensory activities.
Age Range: Newborn - 2, especially for walkers
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We Are A Top-Rated Clinic That Provides Bird Vet Services in Mesquite When Your Bird Has A Physical Condition Emergency. Our Bird Veterinary Clinic Has Experts On Staff To Examine Your Bird And Provide An Accurate Diagnosis.
Your veterinarian plays a huge role in your bird's health. Birds have a tendency to show no signs of ilness. Owners who recognize a slight change in behavior or Physical Condition of Their Pet Bird should seek the help of a veterinarian. The bird veterinary services Just Pets Vets given in Mesquite are kind and caring, making us the Best Bird Veterinarians in Town.
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Many species of Pet Birds have a long lifespan, and most people who get a companion or avian bird expect a long-term, rewarding connection with their bird. Just Pets Vets recommends Regular Examinations For Companion Birds will help them life a full, healthy life.
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Just Pets Vets recommends scheduled exmanations for companion birds to guarantee they live a full, healthy life. The veterinary services like bird vet, Reptile Vet, dog dentist, etc, provided by Just Pets Vets in Mesquite are kind and caring, making us the best veterinarians in town.


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Bill Gothard and the Institute in Basic Life Principles (IBLP), which he founded, are well known in conservative Christian circles. Beginning in the early 1960s, Gothard became a leader in the Fundamentalist movement, and Gothard's publications are still seen by many as a bulwark of fundamentalist conservative Bible teaching. Through the 1960s and 1970s, his Basic Youth Conflicts seminars attracted hundreds of thousands of attendees. Current estimates project around 2.5 million attendees to date.
Today, the IBLP and the Advanced Training Institute (ATI) are almost exclusively associated with a small segment of the homeschooling movement, providing curriculum, conferences, and "life training" to like-minded families. Those who follow the IBLP are sometimes referred to as Gothardites. They generally also ascribe to Quiverfull ideology. The Duggars of 19 Kids and Counting are adherents of Gothard's teachings.
There is some good teaching and many good intentions in the IBLP and ATI. Proponents of Gothard's materials desire Christians to be built up in their faith and trained in how to live the Christian life by applying God's Word to the life decisions they make. However, the organization has legalistic tendencies, presenting its strict views on separation, discipline, family structure, and clothing as gospel truth. Any disagreement with their "basic life principles" is viewed as a sign of spiritual immaturity or rebellion against God. Some of their interpretations of Scripture certainly need more exegesis and less eisegesis. And there are problems surrounding Gothard himself.
Bill Gothard:
There have always been concerns about Gothard's authoritarian leadership style, which was at odds with a scriptural view of the Body of Christ (1 Peter 5:3). Gothard's views and opinions were virtually never opposed within his organization. There were accusations that the IBLP Board of Directors was nothing more than a rubber stamp on Gothard's decisions and that he was never held accountable for his actions.
Over the years, other concerns surfaced. Rumors and allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior arose against Gothard and the wider ministry. All of the allegations were dismissed and did not lead to leadership changes within the IBLP. That changed in early February 2014, when Recovering Grace, an organization "devoted to helping people whose lives have been impacted by the teachings of Bill Gothard," revealed allegations and evidence of sexual harassment and molestation of 34 women and children over a period of decades.
In response to the overwhelming number of testimonies of women alleging abuse, the IBLP board placed Gothard on administrative leave on February 27, 2014. A week and a half later, Bill Gothard resigned from the IBLP.
As with any teaching, it is our responsibility to examine Gothard's teachings and the IBLP in light of what Scripture actually says (Acts 17:10–12). The issue of improper biblical hermeneutics, combined with unbiblical leadership patterns, should raise serious questions about the teachings of Gothard and the IBLP. Even if the charges of sexual misconduct prove to be untrue, there are enough red flags to warrant concern.


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These are selected pieces from Nick's On the Edge column, a regular feature of Alaska Magazine for 27 years and counting:
These are selected pieces from Nick's On the Edge column, a regular feature of Alaska Magazine for 27 years and counting:
"The compelling, grounded account of a black wolf that stepped forward in the half-light between wilderness and civilization and the people who met him there. From the powerful first moments to a hard-won conclusion that becomes our journey, too, A Wolf Called Romeo is a book that carries long after the last page is turned."
"A Wolf Called Romeo is one of the best books I've read in a great many years. It gives heart-wrenching insight into an amazing animal, important insight into the shining side of our relationship with that animal, and important if bitter insight into the dark side….Riveting, a real page turner– one that years from now you will remember in all its detail. If you have only the time to read one book, read this one."
"Beautifully written, A Wolf Called Romeo is a thoughtful and moving story about one of nature's most evocative animals. Be forewarned: I read it cover to cover in one sitting late into the night. The author owes me a good night's sleep; but it was well worth it."


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Financial Education
News outlets and credit card companies are quick to label millennials as being credit card-shy. According to a recent survey, millennials apparently fear their credit card debt more than climate change, the threat of war and even death. It may sound like an overreaction, but the underlying trend is substantial: millennials are carrying fewer cards and have lower balances, compared to the previous generation of young adults.
Hesitation around opening and using a credit card is completely justifiable—it invites the possibility of overspending, missing payments, racking up fees, paying high interest rates, and dealing with the resulting financial stress. Despite millennials carrying fewer cards, credit card debt is on the rise, with Americans carrying an average balance of $6,375 in 2017. Credit cards can be seen as a gateway to spiraling debt—and for some, that's enough to justify reaching for a debit card or for cash instead.
Being debt-conscious isn't inherently bad—in fact, being able to see past the convenience of credit cards to their potential pitfalls is a responsible perspective to have. Credit card transactions are essentially mini-loans that can lead to serious debt when used carelessly, but avoiding them altogether is also problematic—and not just for the credit card companies who issue them. An aversion to credit cards can negatively impact future financial and lifestyle decisions.
Credit card use plays a huge role in contributing to your credit history, which in turn is an important part of your financial footprint. Credit scores are a key component in many of the major purchases you will make in your lifetime, such as vehicles or homes. A good credit score may also affect your ability to secure a loan for a small business or a future entrepreneurial venture. Some employers and landlords perform credit checks as part of their application process. Your credit history can therefore have an impact on your lifestyle, on your livelihood and even on where you live.
Avoiding credit cards won't actively damage your credit rating, but it can hold you back from achieving the types of scores needed for the best interest rates on auto loans and mortgages. While it's possible to build your credit score with other borrowing products such as student loans or personal lines of credit, credit cards are the easiest way to boost your credit score because of their accessibility. When used responsibly, credit cards can build a positive credit history with little or no cost to you.
The only way to sidestep any and all credit card-related fears is to follow this strategy: pay it in full and on time. This means that you treat your credit card as you would cash: use it to make regular purchases within your budget that you know you can afford. You don't treat it as additional available income. You don't use it to fill the gaps when your paycheck isn't quite covering everything you want it to. You only use it to pay bills and make purchases that you can cover with money that you already have in your bank account.
Paying your credit card bill in full means you're not carrying a balance and therefore cannot be charged interest. Paying your bill on time protects you from being charged late fees and other penalties. By paying in full and on time, the only cost to using a credit card (depending on the issuer and the type of card) is the annual fee. Paying in full and on time also allows you worry-free enjoyment of the perks and rewards that your particular credit card may have—and in many cases, the monetary value of these perks is greater than the annual fee.
Paying in full and on time is a simple rule to remember, but there are a couple of things you need to be aware of in order to follow it successfully. Use the following questions as a guide to using your credit card with confidence.
1. Do you currently have credit card debt?
If the answer is no, carry on to the next question! If the answer is yes, you must develop a debt repayment strategy right away. If you need help devising a plan, reach out to your credit union for available resources.
2. Do you know when your billing cycle opens and closes?
It's important that you understand the billing cycle for each credit card you own. It's easy to assume that billing cycles are monthly, but in fact they vary depending on the card issuer and can range between 20 and 45 days. Your credit card statement will disclose when your billing cycle opens and closes—take a minute to look at your last few statements and determine where your billing cycle starts and ends. Does it start on the first day of each month? Does it start mid-month? Does it close on the same date each month, or does it vary?
3. Do you know your personal payment due date?
Your credit card statement will clearly list your payment due date, but in order to dodge any late fees, you also need to allow time for your payment to process. For each credit card that you use, figure out what your personal payment due date is—that is, the day by which you must pay your bill in order for your funds to transfer in time. It's smart to leave a buffer of a week or more before the due date printed on your statement.
4. Do you have an emergency fund?
When an emergency expense suddenly pops up, it's easy to reach for your credit card in response. A large emergency expense can prevent you from paying your balance in full and on time and derail your good credit habits. The best defense is to have savings set aside to minimize your reliance on your credit card. The regular recommendation is six months' worth of expenses, but if you're just starting out, set smaller $500 milestone goals.
A little bit of knowledge and self-discipline is all it takes to successfully use the "pay it in full and on time" strategy. This approach allows you to fully enjoy the convenience and rewards of your credit card while contributing to a positive credit history that will serve you well when it comes time to make a large purchase. There's no need to be shy when using your credit card responsibly.
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Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan Health
Michigan Medicine, the University of Michigan's medical school, is home to one of the largest health care complexes in the state with more than 30,000 students and staff. It has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since its opening in 1850. Michigan Medicine continues to make a difference in the field through its premier patient care and cutting-edge research.
At the beginning of COVID-19, the hospital administration team worked around the clock from their Emergency Command Center to go over daily touchpoints such as patient counts and hospital logistics. Robert Levitt, Manager, Audio & Video Services, and Kyle Matthews, Senior Audio-Visual Project Engineer at Michigan Medicine, were charged with implementing a technology solution that would allow pertinent information to be shared and analyzed among several teams during those critical first months.
To address these new challenges, the Michigan Medicine AV team needed to expand their existing Crestron DigitalMedia™ platform with the capability to add more sources. This would equip hospital administration to bring in local and regional news coverage, as well as share content from custom dashboards used to make important operational decisions.
Michigan Medicine classrooms also leverage Crestron technology beyond their command centers with Crestron UC Smart Soundbars in small group learning rooms and Crestron DM NVX® AV-over-IP distribution in large lecture halls. "Our end users often have multiple appointments across campus and work between several of the different colleges," explains Levitt. "We provide them with a single user experience on our Crestron touch screens that takes the guesswork away and allows them to concentrate on what they are doing."
The Michigan Medicine AV team's newest room design focuses on combinable spaces that utilize DM NVX for AV-over-IP distribution, an AirMedia® presentation system for content sharing, and a Crestron control system as the brains of the room. Whether the spaces are being combined for one large event or divided up for smaller groups, managing the custom setup and technology is simplified with the Crestron touch screen.
Crestron has provided reliable solutions that are used across the university for both emergency medical response amid the global pandemic as well as day-to-day learning in classrooms. "We have used Crestron for a number of our initiatives across campus," explains Levitt. "Crestron solutions, training, and support allow us to standardize the experience for our team and internal clients."


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Our parents cared for us for years throughout our childhood—preparing our meals, cleaning our homes, and doing our laundry. However, when the time comes that they need us to do the same in return, it can be a challenge to balance it with our typical lifestyles. It's no surprise then, that 40% of caregivers are in high-burden situations.
Luckily, there are strategies that can effectively prevent caregiver fatigue. Here are but a few of them:
Remember That Your Work Is Valuable
There is no doubt about your willingness to care for your elderly loved one. In your heart of hearts, you know that what you're doing for your parent is generous and kind; however, it can be easy to forget how valuable the work that you do really is.
Think of it this way—you could hire a professional caregiver to offer your loved one the same services you provide. The average assisted living community has an annual cost of $48,000, every penny of which is worth it to offer your relative a safe and happy home. The next time you feel as though your caregiving contributions don't carry value, remember the alternative cost.
Remember to Take Care of Yourself Too
You spend all day caring for your responsibilities at work, for your children at home, and then for your elderly loved one afterwards. With so many competing priorities, it can seem genuinely impossible to make time for yourself.
However, if you're not operating at peak capacity, how can you be expected to care for someone else just as well? Be sure to schedule the time you need to get a good night's sleep, nutritious meals, and some physical activity too.
Remember to Get Support When You Need It
Just because you're the primary caregiver for your loved one doesn't mean you need to be the only caregiver. In fact, caring for an older adult requires a full team of supporters.
Reach out to your siblings and other family members for additional help so that you can take a breather now and then. Consider hiring in-home help from a professional care aide for the tasks that you're not comfortable with or able to complete.
Being a caregiver is as emotionally rewarding as it is challenging, so we encourage you to ask for help when you need it. Keep caregiver fatigue at bay and consider Kaplan Development Group's senior living communities for additional assistance for your elderly loved one.
For more information on our communities and the services we provide, visit our website or give us call at 516 496-1505.


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