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I've been so beaten down; so tired; so frustrated and angry. When I started Hooterville in November of 2004, I thought I was angry, frustrated and confused, but that was nothing compared to what has happened in the last two years, when the chickens finally came home to roost - when the last available dollar had been wrung out of the middle class and we were hung out to dry.
As anyone who has visited my blog knows by now, I have not spent much time writing in the last couple of years. I wrote my book "The Price of Right: How the Conservative Agenda Has Failed America (and Always Will)" during 2006-2007, while I was working a day job and gigging at night and being a mom to 3 kids. Somehow, I was able to find a way to do all that and write on a consistent basis as well.
But the housing market crashed and the economy crashed with it; our predatory mortgage loan became harder and harder to pay as my hours got shorter and shorter. A management change at my job made it very clear that older, more expensive teachers such as myself were no longer wanted, and it would be just a matter of time before I got the boot. There were cobwebs in the mailbox that, once upon a time, was stuffed with my husband's residual checks - cobwebs now only disturbed by bills and scam solicitations.
Then, the foreclosure notices started coming in, and my husband and I began to do The Dance.
You know The Dance - it has many names, like the "Bankruptcy Boogaloo", the "Chapter 13 Cha-Cha", the "Please-Don't-Turn-Our-Power-Off Pirouette", the "Work-Till-You-Drop Watusi", the "Juggle-the-Bills Jitterbug", the "Credit-Card Conga", the "Second-Mortgage Shuffle", the "Hope-This-Deposit-Goes-Through-Before-That-Check-Gets-Cashed Hustle", the "Try-To-Stretch-The-Dollar-Till-It-Screams Tango", the "Just-Go-Without Jig", the "Put-Off-Going-To-The-Doctor Polka", the "Late-Payment Limbo" (also known as "How Low Can You Go?") and, of course, everyone's favorite, the "Bill-Collector Bolero".
Whatever you call it, whatever your particular dance is, The Dance will wear you out. Like the Red Shoes, it makes you dance and dance and dance and dance until you collapse. And you still haven't gotten anywhere; you're still right where you started, except you're dizzy and exhausted.
You'd think that with all this free time from not working, it would be easy to get things done, but that is not the case. The bills start piling up on the kitchen table, but you can't even look at them when you don't have anything to pay them with. All you can think about is how you can make some money right now - now, before they cut off the cable/power/gas; now, before your bank balance gets so low that a $5 charge will turn into a $35 overdraft fee; now, so you can give your kid lunch money, so you can replace the tire that just blew out - the spare that you've been putting off replacing with a real tire for three months.
You take any job or project or gig you can get, no matter how small or cheap; if you get some work, you put in four or five times the amount of time and effort that you're getting paid for, in the hopes that the people you're working for will be impressed enough to give you some more work. You stay up till 3 or 4 or 5 in the morning on the computer, working on things that you might be able to make some money on. You put things off for a day or two, like going to the grocery store; or for a year or two, like the dentist (what's the Musician's Dental Plan? Chew on the other side); some things you avoid altogether, like replacing or fixing things that break around the house. Broken window? Duct tape and cardboard. Broken doorknob? Duct tape and cardboard. After a while you stop seeing them. You stop seeing a lot of things, including your friends - you don't want to invite anyone over, and when the family is sharing one old car on its last legs, driving around for social occasions seems a little self-indulgent.
When you spend every day like this, for a few years, as I have, finding the wherewithal to do something so immediately un-financially-rewarding as writing a book or even blogging seems to be out of reach. Although technically unemployed, dancing The Dance and staying on my feet has taken every ounce of energy I have.
Being out of work is a full-time job.
Having said that, let me also say that I in no way feel sorry for myself or that I am deserving of pity. I may have to put off going to the grocery store, but I eventually get there. My husband and I are eating; our kids are eating. Our house is falling apart, but we're still in it. And I have a husband whom I love and who loves me back, who is my rock; I have kids who are so good-hearted, uncomplaining, helpful and loving that they take my breath away. We have family and friends who will always be there for us. We have it better than a lot of people, and most of the people I know personally (except the wealthiest of my friends) are in very much the same boat.
This is what the 99% is all about.
So many of us have been dancing The Dance for years, and I have been wondering what it would take to make people realize that it's not their fault; that we have been stolen from by the most brazen, audacious criminals in the world. They have stolen the money, the jobs, the health, and the houses of an entire segment of society! That, my friends, is thievery on so magnificent a scale that it almost defies description - that makes the current denizens of our prisons look like toddlers stealing cookies.
Take my money, my job, my health, my house, and my hope - now, what's left?
My family, my friends, my principles, and my daily decision to appreciate what I have that the crooks cannot steal - unless I hand it to them personally. Hope? Who needs it? What matters is whether you do what's right and fight what's wrong - with hope or without it. Hope is not a bad thing in and of itself but if you only fight if you have hope, then it becomes a crutch, not a motivator.
But I do feel hope when I see the 99% like me standing up, speaking out, getting mad, and fighting back. Is it naïve of me? Perhaps - but it surely beats the alternative, which has been going on for far too long. If I have to dance The Dance, at least I'm not alone - my brothers and sisters are out there dancing too, and if we hold one another's hands and lift one another up, we can start dancing a new dance - a beautiful, powerful dance that will move us all forward together, instead of spinning around in circles by ourselves till we collapse.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Definition of OCCUPY
(transitive verb)
1 : to engage the attention or energies of
2 a : to take up (a place or extent in space)
b : to take or fill (an extent in time)
a : to take or hold possession or control of
b : to fill or perform the functions of (an office or position)
: to reside in as an owner or tenant
I've been so beaten down; so tired; so frustrated and angry.
When I started Hooterville in November of 2004, I thought I was angry, frustrated and confused, but that was nothing compared to what has happened in the last two years, when the chickens finally came home to roost - when the last available dollar had been wrung out of the middle class and the house of cards came tumbling down.
1 : to engage the attention or energies of
2 a : to take up (a place or extent in space)
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This is where I keep a running list of what was added or changed on Bluu Gnome. It does not cover every little tweak but does keep up with most of it. I did not start keeping a change log list until mid 2012 so that is as far back as the list will go.
2022-03-28I have been told that the bottom of rappel 2 in Rainbow Canyon in Death Valley has changed since I was there 11 years ago! Thanks to Brian Moore for passing along the information. Before visiting Rainbow Canyon in Death Valley, please read the note in the general comments area of the route page.
2022-03-23Starting 2022-03-18 and likely continuing through 2022-08-31 a few canyons will be closed due to nesting of the threated Mexican Spotted Owl. Awesome to have these guys visit the park and make some yungin's If you plan to Visit Cassidy Arch, Shinob, Na-gah or Timpie Canyons, check first with the park to be sure they are open. Permits are required for canyons in Capitol Reef so you should be checking with the park anyway.
2022-03-22The BG Gear webstore has undergone a much needed move to a new, more up to date platform. The store now offers both credit card and PayPal options for payment. Retail customers within the US with orders of $60 or more will receive free shipping. Retail customers within the US who purchase a Sqwurel, will receive free shipping to anywhere in the US. Orders that include a Sqwurel receive free shipping regardless of order total, so even a single Sqwurel ships free. Due to file type restrictions on the host platform, GPX files are now enclosed inside of ZIP files which then need to be uncompressed to extract the GPX file.
2021-09-19Updated the Benson Creek Canyon route. In 2008 I heard reference to Benson Creek Canyon, found it on a map and descended it via a long approach from the top that required a shuttle. Over the years the area has changed, even adding a huge trailhead that was not there in the past. The updated route is bottom up requiring no shuttle and is a route many are likely already familiar with.
2021-09-16Added several GPX files to the BG Gear store downloads area.
2021-09-16Updated the Pine Creek route in Zion to reflect changes new anchors and rap counts due to updated and improved anchors. The whole route needed an update anyway so it is cleaned up a bit.
2021-09-15Updated the Deadeye Dick route in Zion to reflect the improved and easier approach route.
2021-09-15Updated the South Fork Ticaboo Canyon route info. And cleaned up the written driving descriptions for other Ticaboo Mesa routes.
2021-06-27Added Bless Canyon to the Capitol Reef area. Cassy was one of the few who would join for crazy adventures just to do fun stuff with friends. Cassy, thanks for a positive touch to many lives. You will be missed. BLESS
2021-02-19Updated the page for Deimos Canyon with appropriate warnings.
2020-12-08Added Questionable Decision to the Red Rock NV area.
2020-08-10Added Sandthrax Canyon to the North Wash area.
2020-08-09Updated the Boundary Canyon route description. To bring the information on the new rap stations current and cleaned up the MIA Exit information a little.
2020-08-06Added Who Knew Canyon and Ponderosa Canyon to the North Wash area.
2020-07-22Added No Kidding Canyon to the North Wash area.
2020-07-20Added Foolin Around Canyon and Monkey Business Canyon to the North Wash area.
2020-06-30Added Pork Chop Canyon and Upper Neon Canyon to the Escalante area.
2020-05-17Added 30 GPX files to the web store.
2020-05-17Added Midget Rattler to the Escalante area.
2020-05-17Added Zebra and Tunnel Slots to the Escalante area.
2020-05-17Added the Pothole Fork entry option to the Micro Death Hollow route.
2020-05-04Added DDI Canyon to the Escalante area.
2020-05-03Added Frosted Flakes Canyon to the Escalante area.
2020-03-04Added Arachnophobia Canyon to the Death Valley area.
2020-03-03Added BFS (Big Freaking Silo) Canyon to the Escalante area.
2020-02-01Added Secret Canyon to the Lake Mead Area.
2020-02-01Added Bee Canyon to the Mount Charleston Area.
2020-02-01Added Benign Canyon to the Dirty Devil Area.
2020-01-31Added Bloodhound Canyon to the Dirty Devil area.
2020-01-31Added Slip-N-Slide Canyons to the Ticaboo Mesa area. The route is small but winds in and out of a couple forks making description a little difficult. The map helps a lot. This is one of those fun opportunities to swim the lake as part of your exit.
2020-01-30Added Off Shore Canyon to the Ticaboo Mesa Area.
2020-01-24Wingate Wander has been updated to reflect changes to the second rappel in the second canyon on the route making that drop more challenging.
2020-01-18As of Jan. 1, 2020 Capitol Reef National Park now requires a permit for all Canyoneering and Climbing activities within the park. For more information see the note at the top of the Capitol Reef route listing page.
2019-07-31Added Egypt 2 to the Escalante area.
2019-07-06Added a page about the JellyFish retrievable choke stone anchor system. If you want to make one, check out the how to make a JellyFish page. I had idea for the JellyFish to solve a specific anchoring problem we occasionally come across in canyon and it has come in handy a few times over the years. I finally got around to releasing this idea to the canyoneering community.
2019-06-15Changed the name of Tou-Can canyon to the intended name of Two-Can Canyon. John reminded me about our intended spelling of the name.
2019-01-28Added Egypt 4 Canyon to the Escalante Area.
2019-01-27Added Drill Hole Canyon to the Escalante area.
2019-01-25Added A-Door-Able Canyon to the Capitol Reef area.
2019-01-24Added Stone Dagger Canyon to the Capitol Reef area.
2019-01-23Added Two-Can Canyon to the Capitol Reef area.
2019-01-22Updated Big Tony page adding information for the Pothole Fork option and making the description of the X section more accurate.
2019-01-19Added 5 canyons to the Capitol Reef Area. Arch Nemesis, Ex Wife, Stem School, Watson and Wingate Wander.
2019-01-16Changed website colors to brighten it up a bit.
2018-11-05Added Bushwax Canyon to the North Wash area.
2018-09-26Added Reef Ramble to the Capitol Reef area.
2018-09-19Added Dothraki Canyon to the Zion area. Thanks to Worth Bistline and Charlie Barlow for sharing the route.
2018-05-08Added Bown Eye Canyon to the Escalante area.
2018-05-07Added Bown Star Canyon (right and left forks) to the Escalante area.
2018-04-27Added Grease Monkey Canyon, Heckle and Jeckle Canyons and Friends With Bennies Canyon to the Ticaboo Mesa area.
2018-04-23Added 3 routes to the Sevenmile area of Ticaboo Mesa. None of these routes would I consider destination routes but if your curious here they are. Upper Sevenmile Canyon Second Guess Fork Selfish Fork
2018-04-21Added Micro Death Hollow to the Escalante area.
2018-04-17Updated Holy Cow to show a new shorter easier approach. Thanks to Jenny West for sharing.
2018-03-26Added Stateline Hills area for Nevada and added Antenna Canyon to the area.
2018-03-23Added Neon Canyon to the Escalante area
2018-02-03Added more GPX files to the BG Gear store.Cherry Canyon in the Virgin River Gorge. Motorcycle Canyon, Devils Drain Canyon, Keyhole Canyon and the Sheepbone - Quarry Canyon loop in the Lake Mead area.Chamber of the Basilisk in Goblin Valley State Park.Fire Canyon in Valley of Fire Diana's Throne Canyon in the Zion area.Woody, Woodsy and Wood Bee Canyons in the Woodruff Canyon area.
2018-02-02Updated the BG Gear Store to allow guest checkout by selecting Paypal express option during checkout.
12-27-17Smooth Sacs are now available on the BG Gear web store.The Smooth Sac is a bag designed for carrying small release cords like Dyneema for use with retrievable anchor systems like the Smooth Operator and similar systems.
12-27-17Added Diana's Throne Canyon to the Zion area. Sometimes called The Huntress Slot.
11-20-17Added a buttons just below the navigation bar to toggle between the default background and an all white background.The all white background should make printing route description pages easier to print.
09-27-17Added a few GPX files to the BG Gear StoreIn Death Valley addedGrotto Layer Fork and Not So Much Fork.In Escalante addedBeast, Big Tony, Headless Hen and Raven, Holy Cow, Mumbai, Red Breaks Loop, ROC, Sad Cow Disease, Sandslide, Spencer and TOD canyons.In Zion addedBulloch Paper Bag Fork, Esplin Gulch, Fat Man's Misery East Fork, Great White Sewer, Grotto and Snotto Canyons.In North Wash addedHogwarts and Merry Piglet Canyons.In Ticaboo Mesa addedBig East Fork of Sevenmile and Teeny Tiny Loop.
09-10-17I have been informed that The Eaton Canyon Closure Order expired and the Forest Service did not renew it. There is no need for a permit anymore.Thanks to Volker at Rope Wiki for passing this information along.
06-06-17Added Holy Cow Canyon to the Escalante Area. Took a couple scout trips to find a way up there but wow was it worth it. Incredible place.
04-15-17Added Pothole Fork of Woody Canyon. Info is added to the Woody Canyon description as an alternate route option.
02-27-17Added the East Fork of Fat Man's Misery to the Zion Area.
02-25-17Added Paper Bag Fork of Bulloch Canyon to the Zion Area. Paper Bag Fork is the Left Fork of Bulloch.Also updated the approach route to Checkerboard Canyon to follow along Dakota Ridge for an easier to follow route. Thanks to Tom Jones for pointing this route out to me.Also updated the Eastern Sun route with revised waypoint names in the description and maps.
02-24-17Added Esplin Gulch to the Zion Area.
02-19-17Added Merry Piglet to the North Wash area.Also updated the Deimos Canyon route in Death Valley to show the Sneak Route to do only the lower half of the canyon.
02-16-17Added Hogwarts Canyon to the North Wash area.
02-15-17Added an area listing for the San Rafael Swell and added Crack Canyon and Zero Gravity Canyon to the area.
02-12-17Added TOD (Temple of Doom) Canyon to the Escalante area
02-12-17Added Spencer Canyon to the Escalante Area.
02-06-17Added Red Breaks Loop to the Escalante Area.
02-05-17Added Sandslide Canyon to the Escalante area.
02-04-17Added Sad Cow Disease Canyon to the Escalante area.Also added Big Tony, Lower Brimstone / The Beast and ROC (Rabbit of Caerbannog) canyons to the Escalante Area.
02-01-17Added two forks of Grotto Canyon in Death Valley. The Layer Fork of Grotto which is a fun canyon and has some incredible layers to pass down through.The Not So Much Fork of Grotto which is not a fun or interesting route and not recomended.
01-21-17Added Big East Fork of Sevenmile Creek to the Ticaboo Area.
01-20-17Updated Devil's Thumb in the Ticaboo Area. Added the Hangnail Fork Entry to the route description.
01-20-17Added Teeny Tiny Loop to the Ticaboo Mesa Area.The Tiny Tiny Loop does not offer maximum canyon time but is worth doing if you want a relaxed pace, good scenery and a touch of canyon fun mixed in.
01-19-17Added Snotto Canyon to the Zion Area. Snotto Canyon is not a recommended route and was posted for information to those who are curious.Also added Great White Sewer Canyon to the Zion Area. Great White Sewer Canyon offers a short day out and requires no wet suit so its good for a short winter day. Not a stellar canyon but can make for a fun short day out with friends.
01-18-17Added Grotto Canyon to the Zion Area.
11-27-16Updated Pandora's Box beta. After going through recently I cleaned up the information a little for clarification. Also added a picture of the start of the climb up to the mesa for the upstream exit.
10-19-16Added Wayne's Wonderland to the Capitol Reef National Park area.
09-29-16Added East Scorpion Canyon to the Escalante area.
09-15-16Added Upper South Fork Ticaboo Canyon to the Ticaboo Mesa area.
09-14-16Added the Sleepytime Trio to the Ticaboo Mesa area.Sleepytime Trio is a collection of 3 short slots and a fourth one to go just look at.The trio is Power Nap Canyon, Siesta Canyon and Rude Awakening. The fourth one to look at is Pipe Dream Canyon.
09-01-16Added Chamber of the Basilisk and the Goblin Valley State Park area.
08-30-16Added Headless Hen and Raven Canyons to the Escalante Area.
08-25-16Added Mumbai Canyon to the Escalante area.Thanks to Ram and Aaron for sharing their find.
08-20-16Added some GPX files to the BG-Gear web store. Added:A Dirty Devil category and in it added all of the Angel theme named canyons.Updated the GPX files for Icebox canyon in Zion and for Cassidy Arch Canyon in Capitol Reef.Added South Guardian Angel Canyon to the Zion area.Added a Ticaboo Mesa category with 24 GPX files.Added a Coconino National Forest area and added Illusions and Insomnia.
08-20-16Updated the Cassidy Arch Canyon beta for Capitol Reef National Park. Anchors have been added so rap 1 is no longer done from a tree and uses bolted hangers instead. This was a request from the park. Also updated beta to reflect a new anchor set for the second stage of rap 3 making the total rap count one higher.
08-19-16Updated Icebox Canyon in Zion. Still just cover the North Pass Entry but now with the needed details. When I first descended this canyon I was fairly new to the sport and had not dialed in my beta note taking process. A revisit this month allowed me to clean this up.
08-10-16Added South Guardian Canyon, aka SGA Canyon. After one trip to scout an alternate exit, go to SGA peak and then abort the canyon due to lack of time, then a second trip to descend the canyon bypassing the deep dark crack and finally a third trip to get down the full canyon, we racked up 55.5 hours!
07-08-16Added Insomnia and Illusions routes. Both routes describe the Sneak Route for each where a sneak exit is used to significantly shorten the route time and distance while still descending the entire technical sections. Both routes can be done as loop routes requiring no shuttle.
06-03-2016Added Dos Bolsas Cojones Canyon to the Ticaboo Mesa area in Utah. I have been wanting to go explore this short slot for a couple years now and finally talked friends into helping me out with it. This short slot did not dissapoint.
06-01-2016Over the past few weeks I have made a few minor updates to Upper Stair in North Wash, Pothoez and Fiddlestix in Ticaboo. Added a picture to the beta for Heaps showing the climb out spot to exit out of the water course to go up to the bird perch.Cleaned up some misleading information on the East Fork of Bluejohn Canyon that was called to my attention.
04-14-2016 Added Eastern Sun Added Eastern Sun to the Zion Area. Thanks to Kip Marshall for showing us this route. First descent story coming to Canyon Collective soon..........
04-12-2016 Site Maintenance My picture software for the web site needed to be updated. As a result I was getting some hiccups with it. I am in the process of upgrading things a little. At present most of the picture albums are not viewable. I am in the process of re-uploading them and trying to get things back to normal. This should not take more than a couple days to get it back to something I am ok with.
04-10-2016 5 New Canyons Added Added 5 more of the Angel Canyons to Dirty Devil River area of Utah. Angel Slot (was already there but has been updated a little), Angels Advocate, Angel Cove North Fork, Angel Cove South Fork, Lost Angel and Hidden Angel.
04-08-2016 Updated Angel Slot information in the Dirty Devil Area.
10-28-15 I had a request for info on Redemption Canyon and I finally got around to working my way through my info and just added it to the site.
09-02-15 Added Egypt 1 and Egypt 1.5 canyons to the Escalante Area.
08-28-15 Added Egypt 5 (Upper and Lower) to the Escalante area.
06-04-15 Added videos to the Sqwurel Rappel / Belay Device page showing the Hard Lock-Off Method and the Soft Lock-Off Method for the Sqwurel.
05-31-15 Added a short page about the SQWUREL to the How To section. The How To page for the SQWUREL has links to a few videos about how to use the SQWUREL. 3 Videos uploaded for now. I will add a few more when time permits.
05-21-15 The SQWUREL rappel device for canyoneering is now available for sale on the BG-Gear store.
12-03-14 Updated Pine Creek Canyon in Zion. A drop that has been a downclimb for each time I had visited is now a 30 foot rappel. As it turns out there has been a glue in anchor for this drop but I have never noticed it. Now that sand has washed out the 6 foot downclimb is now about 30 feet and uses the glue in anchor.
11-16-14 Added the Right (east) Fork of Good Day Jim. The Good Day Jim Route now includes info for both the Left (west) and the Right (east) Forks.
11-15-14 Added Trough Canyon to the Ticaboo Mesa area.
11-15-14 Added Pinworm Canyon to the route description for Pottymouth out at Ticaboo Mesa. Pinworm Canyon is a short non-technical side slot near the end of the Pottymouth drainage extending about 650 feet. Also updated the Sinusitis route at Ticaboo Mesa. Found a few mistakes in the description while visiting last week.
11-14-14 Added Shuffleboard Canyon to the Smith Fork area of Ticaboo Mesa.
11-01-14 Updated the Double Deuce Route in Ticaboo Mesa. Added the Right Fork of Double Deuce to it and also changed the exit route information to show a much easier exit. No difficult exit Up Seven Mile Creek.
10-31-14 Updated Smokestack Canyon route. Some friends told me they had trouble locating the canyon with my description. When I got time I went back and did the route again to check. Sure enough it was a little vague in a key spot. So that has been updated. While doing the update scout hike also scouted out an easier route for the last part of the approach which is now updated as well. To help make things better I added some navigation images to the route description as well.
09-22-14 Added the Little West Fork of Bluejohn Canyon to the Robbers Roost Area. Aka Little Bluejohn Canyon.
09-22-14 Added 3 forks of Bluejohn Canyon to the Robbers Roost area. East Fork of Bluejohn Canyon, Squeeze Fork of Bluejohn Canyon and Main Fork of Bluejohn Canyon.
09-07-14 Updated the Pandora's Box beta to word the exit options as Upstream Exit and Downstream Exit rather than the previous wording of Short and Long exit. The Short Exit has difficulties the long exit does not and the word short may entice canyoneers to choose the short exit not realizing it can be a challenge. Also fixed a few typos and cleared some stuff up along the way. Thanks to Malia for the suggested changes.
07-21-14 I finally got the real store up and running. Very little is listed and the store will likely remain small for ever. For those of you looking to pick up a Smooth Operator, Rick Ianniello's book - Las Vegas Slots or grab some GPX files to accompany the route descriptions listed here, jump over to BG-Gear.com
07-21-14 Updated Hidden Canyon in Zion National Park. It was brought to my attention that the trail system has changed and been re-routed since I had written the beta back in 2008. The new updated route description reflects the changes and highlights the differences between the old and new trail system.
03-04-14 Tripoli Canyon added to Ticaboo Mesa area.
01-22-14 A New Online Canyoneering Store has opened. Todd and Desiree have opened a canyoneering specific web store. At the moment all they have are rope bags (very cool rope bags). But stay tuned there are more products on the way over the months to come. If you want to get yourself a rope bag or just check out their store it is at www.canyonwerks.com
01-22-14 Death Valley Canyon Added Miracle Max Canyon to the Princess Bride area on the Cottonwood Range in Death Valley National Park.
01-10-14 Death Valley Canyons Added 3 more canyons to the Princess Bride area on the Cottonwood Range in Death Valley National Park. Humperdinck Canyon, Buttercup Canyon and Inconceivable Canyon.
12-08-13 Vinegaroon Canyon Added Vinegaroon Canyon. After checking out Scorpion Canyon, we were curious what was in the canyon just north of it. No signs of any visitation so we assume its a first. Vinegaroon turns out to be a very similar canyon with some additional 360 degree scenic views on an approach ridge.
11-28-13 Happy Thanksgiving Devils Drain Canyon Added to the Lake Mead Nat. Rec. Area
11-25-13 Lake Mead Canyons Added Sheep bone and Quarry Canyon loop to the Lake Mead area. Also moved Keyhole Canyon and Motorcycle Canyons into the Lake Mead section.
11-24-13 Death Valley CanyonsAdded Scorpion Canyon in the Black Mountain area. Added 3 canyons in the Cottonwood Mountain area; Cliffs of Insanity Canyon, Fire Swamp Canyon and Pit of Despair Canyon.
11-19-13 Halls Creek Canyons. Happy Dog Canyon and Smiling Cricket Canyon (aka Poe Canyon) have been added to the route descriptions.
09-04-13 More new Zion stuff. Added Pipe Springs Canyon. Also made a revision to the MIA Exit now reflected on the Boundary and Pipe Springs Canyon descriptions. Shaved off a little distance on the route through the web of roads by showing the most direct path through the roads. Thanks to Mike Cressman for pointing out the shorter route.
09-02-13 2.5 New Canyons Added Bulloch - Salamander Fork (aka Right Fork of Bulloch Canyon) and Walker Gulch have been added to the Zion area canyons. Also Checkerboard Canyon has been updated with a major approach route change shaving off 1.7 miles of travel and some elevation gain / loss. The route now goes up over Dakota Hill following ridges to short cut part of the original route Thanks to Kip for showing us the short cut!.
08-05-13 6 New Canyons Added I Finally got around to working on a small bit of my back logged data. Recent additions are: Sinusitis, Pottymouth and Warm Springs Canyon in Ticaboo Mesa. Cassidy Arch Canyon in Capitol Reef. Deadeye Dick and Mighty Mouse in Zion National Park.
06-15-13 Photo Gallery Update The photo galleries for the canyons were down for a day while being upgraded. If you find a picture album link not working feel free to contact me to let me know,
Irish Jihad 2013 Successful Close The Irish Jihad has now closed. See the Irish Jihad Community Page to see how much we raised, stats, drawing winners etc.
Smooth Operator How ToNew page added to the How To section showing how to use the Smooth Operator. The Smooth Operator is the BluuGnome version of the Fiddlestick with some added features. I attempted to cover everything I know about the Smooth Operator / Fiddlestick in an attempt to keep people safe and well informed. Experienced users may find some useful information should you take the time to wade through it all.
Irish Jihad 2013Registration opens on February 1st for the Irish Jihad 2013 event!! A fundraiser for SAR. Strong, creative and fun loving canyoneers have the opportunity to try to complete the 7 Irish Canyons in a day while supporting a good cause.
Canyon CollectiveDan Ransom has started a new place for the community to share beta, share canyon conditions, view a map of known canyons, interact with the canyoneering community in forums and more. The CanyonCollective.com is off to a brand new and exciting start! sign up for a free account and have fun!
01-11-13 Site Maintenance I recently spent some time cleaning a bunch of things up on BluuGnome. I found some VERY confusing stuff on the pages for the Leprechaun Canyons. I fixed the issues and re-wrote a portion of the Middle Fork approach as it seemed WAY too confusing.
07-22-12 Old Bill Canyon Updated Old Bill Canyon in Red Rock NV had access issues with crossing the Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Border. The exit route in the route description has been updated to give a legal exit route skirting around the park boundary. The legal exit is not as simple or straight forward as going through the park but it is legal.
06-30-12 Subway Route Updated Zion National Park Subway Canyoneering Route updated. The Park Service would like to redirect foot traffic for a short section of the Subway approach route to reduce impact on a small section of forest. The Route descriptions for Subway, Das Boot and Russell Gulch have been updated to reflect this change. The adjustment is minor and is between route points wSubWayRP-01a and wSubWayRP-01b in the route descriptions.


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Finding an Affordable and experienced Dentist in Queens, Forest Hills, New York
Crowns are caps with tooth-like features that are placed on natural teeth to improve their appearance and stability. Crowns are typically indicated for teeth that are broken, cracked, damaged, or improperly made. Crowns are also utilized in dental operations such as implant bridges for root canals and tooth roots.
The gums form in such a way that the tooth's surface appears after the crown has been lengthened. In some cases, the surgery may be associated with minor alterations in bone structure.
Whatever the reason for lengthening the crown, a big tooth stands out from the gum line and has a lovely appearance. Crowns that are properly set can assist enhance your teeth's overall health as well as their looks and comfort. They make it possible to fit dental crowns in a safe and fast manner.
It is difficult to locate a low-cost Dentist. It is difficult to locate a cheap dentist in Forest Hills, New York City. As a result, it is critical to conduct your own research to obtain the greatest price. Although the majority of dental dentists charge a fee to use their facilities, you can usually locate dentists who accept most insurance policies for a modest fee. Finding a low-cost dentist is not difficult; however, you must ensure that the practice you choose accepts your insurance plan.
Discount dental plans are the most effective way to identify the cheapest and most reliable dental practitioners in Queens, New York. These programs may minimize your expenditures for all dental treatments by 10% to 60%. You can choose a discount plan that matches your demands if you're looking for regular dentists in Manhattan or an aesthetic dentist in Forest Hills. These plans also allow you to visit other participating dental providers. While looking for a low-cost dentist, keep in mind that you can still obtain high-quality care.
Why Is Dental Health Important?
According to research, oral hygiene is an important factor in general well-being. Gum disease is a relatively frequent issue caused by bacteria that live in the mouth. Other complications of the illness include leukemia, diabetes, and pancreatic cancer. If you are not diligent about their dental health, they may be prone to getting other systemic problems. Regular treatment not only protects against the unpleasant consequences of oral disorders, but it also protects general health. In fact, it has the potential to lower the cost of hospitalizations and chronic diseases.
Dental health, in addition to being closely related to overall well-being, can also have a positive effect on overall well-being. The mouth is simply a small part of the body. As a result, keeping it in good health is beneficial to general well-being. According to research, people who have periodontal disease are more likely to acquire heart disease. Furthermore, those with the syndrome are twice as likely to die from cardiac disease. Finally, dental care can help you live a healthier life.
Patients who are ill or who suffer from other chronic conditions are encouraged to see a dentist on a regular basis. Patients with these diseases frequently have dental problems. Eating disorders and cancer are two other illnesses that might cause mouth difficulties. Dry mouth is one of these problems, and it can have catastrophic consequences. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is critical that you see a skilled dentist as soon as possible.
The Root Causes of Dental Issues
There are numerous causes of dental problems. Many of these problems are caused by gum disease and tooth decay. The most common reason is the result of poor oral hygiene, which can promote the growth and survival of bacteria. Illnesses and chronic disorders are other potential difficulties. Genetics could have a role. Patients who are predisposed to dental disorders should seek treatment from a dentist.
Gum problems and overcrowding are among the top two frequent dental issues. The overcrowding of teeth causes them to shift and cause teeth to fall out of their place. It can result in other teeth having to move out of position. This could lead to frequent dental issues. It could also cause gum disease which can be a frequent dental issue. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms it is important to see an experienced dentist immediately.
The tooth enamel gets weakened due to acidic plaque that is able to get in it. The resulting erosion leaves little holes within the enamel. This is the initial stage of a cavity. When this happens, bacteria and acids eventually get to the dentin, which is soft and more susceptible to acid. Dentin has nerves that may be sensitive, which means any issue here could result in more severe issues. If this occurs then you're likely to have a cavity that will require assistance from a dentist. Find out more information about the four teeth implants.
The Signs of Dental Problems
If you notice your teeth are slipping or have a strange odor If you notice that your teeth are loose or have a strange smell, visit the dentist as soon as you notice it. The bleeding gums could be an initial indication of gum disease or gingivitis. Or they may just be the consequence of a new routine of flossing. If you notice the gums have started bleeding it is best to make an appointment with your dentist right away. Additionally, sores and bleeding on your teeth can be indications of a problem so don't dismiss these symptoms.
Another frequent symptom of dental issues is gum disease. The inflammation of gum tissue is an indication of the development of an abscess. This condition can be easily identified by dental professionals. The dentist may also recommend you to a physician if you experience other signs. Your dentist can help you deal with the signs of dental issues and help prevent future problems. If you've experienced any of these symptoms then it's time to see your dentist as soon as possible.
The tenderness and pain that you feel in your mouth are typical indications of tooth decay. These ought to prompt you to visit your dentist in the earliest time you can. The pain in your jaw is a sign that you have an abscess. It is a kind of infection and the pus may extend to the bone of your jaw. This can cause severe discomfort and swelling and may result in bad breath. A qualified dentist can determine and treat the issue and recommend you to other medical specialists if needed.
Treatments for Dental Problems
The treatment options for dental problems vary from fillings to extractions. In some instances, tooth decay can be caused by grinding your teeth in the evening or by eating hard food. When you visit the dentist your dentist will check for signs of cracks in your teeth, and then apply dental dye to determine whether they've developed. Dental cracks can require multiple treatment options, based on the extent of the damage. Sensitivity to the tooth, also known as sensitization to cold or hot food items, is a different issue. When the enamel on your teeth has worn away, the substances from food and drinks may reach the nerves inside your teeth, causing discomfort and pain.
To fight tooth decay dentists employ two ways to get rid of tartar and bacteria. With a nonsurgical approach that removes the bacteria from the tooth's root. When a surgical procedure has been performed an infection of the gums is treated and the tooth's roots are repaired. A surgical procedure is when an element of bone is placed in the tooth's space. This procedure has many advantages. However, it comes with an increased risk of getting sick.
A few of the most commonly used treatments are root canals and the grafting of soft tissues. In general, these procedures involve removing a small number of tissues from another area of the mouth and then grafting it into the tooth's root. The outcome of the procedure will depend on the extent of the condition as well as the hygiene of the patient and smoking habits. Alongside the grafted tissue, treatment options for dental issues include regular dental checkups and proper dental hygiene. When an infection does happen the dentist can prescribe antibiotics. This could take as a mouthwash or gel that is placed on the teeth during the procedure.
Prevention of Dental Problems
The most effective method to avoid dental issues is to eat an appropriate diet. Avoiding high-carbohydrate and sugary foods is vital to maintaining dental health. Consuming foods that are calcium deficient can increase the risk to develop gum disease and loss. Dental issues can be painless initially and you might not even realize you have an issue until you see an ongoing cavity. Regular visits to the dentist are vital for your overall health and are recommended each six-month period. Alongside regular cleanings, dentists will also look for signs of oral cancer, and look for growth and growth.
Maintaining a healthy and clean mouth is crucial to preventing dental issues. Brush as well as floss at least twice every day. It's recommended to avoid eating hard, acidic food items. Also, you should stay away from smoking, which could cause dental cavities and other issues. Apart from smoking cigarettes, abstaining from eating tobacco products can shield your teeth and gums from a variety of diseases. It is important to stay clear of these products to ensure you've got an attractive, healthy smile for the rest of your life.
A good oral hygiene routine is vital for avoiding dental issues. A healthy diet is vital to ensure the good health of your teeth. When you clean your teeth two times each day and floss them every day, you will be able to protect your teeth from decay. Also, avoid hard and acidic food which can harm your teeth. Additionally, stay clear of tobacco products as they can cause cancer as well as dental issues. A nutritious diet can help stay clear of these issues and maintain your teeth in good condition.
The causes of cavities
Cavities are a typical issue for children as children are frequently exposed to food that contains sugars and carbohydrates. This results in the formation of a sticky film on the teeth. This is later attacked by oral bacteria which releases acid that causes tooth enamel to be eroded. In time, this degeneration may cause pain, inflammation, or even loss of teeth. This is why it is crucial to understand the causes of tooth decay and how to avoid the development of these. Find out more here.
One of the most common reasons for cavities is tooth neglect. The lack of regular brushing, the absence of using mouthwash, and flossing can all be signs of decay. Additionally, eating acidic or sweet foods can damage enamel. Therefore, it's essential to maintain proper oral hygiene practices. It is recommended to visit an appointment with a dentist at least twice each year. Going to your dentist at least every 6 months can assist you in identifying any issues in your teeth and then make the necessary steps to correct the issues.
A lack of oral hygiene is one major cause of tooth decay. People who have poor oral hygiene might not have enough strength in their saliva gland that can keep the acid level at a safe level. Dental decay can be caused by several factors. The bacteria feed on sugary and processed food items in the mouth. These food items feed the bacteria that cause tooth decay and create acidic waste. Dental decay can take time to develop and is caused by inadequate oral hygiene.
Cavity Treatments
If you've got cavities, the first step towards treatment is to set up appointments with your dental professional. Dental checkups should be scheduled every two years, but you can choose the frequency of visits. A cavity that is detected early is vital because it can be treated without needing drastic actions. If you practice good oral hygiene, you will reduce the risk of developing cavities at. This will relieve you of the worry and stress that comes with a cavity.
Treatment for cavities is crucial in order to prevent suffering from tooth discomfort. If you do not seek the treatment you need, your tooth will only become worse and not be able to heal itself by itself. A dental procedure can help to restore the structure of your tooth and ease the pain caused by it. The majority of root cavities occur in seniors and older people since the gums tend to recede leaving the surface of the tooth exposed. A mixture of acid and sugar in the mouth can cause dental decay and pain.
Cavity treatment is essential for preventing the formation of a toothache. Dental professionals can spot the presence of a cavity during an examination and begin treatment. The dentist can examine your teeth for any cavities by looking them up as well as rubbing them against them and then taking x-rays to determine the location of the cavity. Nearly all Americans will experience one at some moment in their lives. Gums that recede are more prone to developing these kinds of cavities.
How to Avoid Cavities
The best method to prevent cavities is to ensure proper oral hygiene. The oral bacteria are able to interact with refined sugars as well as fermentable carbohydrates to create acid. Acid is damaging to teeth and encourages dentin demineralization, which exposes the teeth. When teeth are damaged, they can be chipped or cracked. If your gums receding it could expose the roots of your tooth. Utilizing a mouthwash containing fluoride could lower the chance of developing dental cavities.
When you allow carbohydrates to remain over your tooth for a long time before they are removed, they can cause cavities. The tiny holes grow over time and eventually penetrate the nerves in the tooth, which can cause a significant amount of pain and discomfort. To avoid tooth decay, begin by reducing the time your child consumes food at every meal. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends restricting the consumption of fruit juice to between one and two glasses daily and refraining from serving the juice to toddlers or infants following meals. It is also essential to stop night-time feeding as quickly as possible. If your child isn't eating food for long periods of time, consider substituting food items that are protein-rich for snacks like crackers.
The most common cause of cavities is the intake of sugary and acidic food items. The best way to stop this is to reduce the number of sweet foods and snacks included in your child's diet. In the ideal scenario, children should not eat any food between meals. This will give the teeth time to heal their own. If your child is already suffering from cavities, you should consider getting them filled and taken care of. The first thing to do is to stop cavities. If you've already had cavities, you need to be aware of ways to avoid future instances.
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Plan an Event
This form is meant to guide you through the process of planning an alumni event. The Saint John's Alumni Office welcomes your support, and will contact you once you submit the form to discuss next steps. The Alumni Office needs this form from you at least 6-8 weeks in advance of your event.
Alumni can help Saint John's by planning a variety of events for a variety of audiences. Examples of successful events include happy hours/socials, picnics, volunteer/community service events, golf outings, Johnnie game watches, guest speakers, professional networking events, attending professional/local sporting events, and others.
The Saint John's Alumni Office is here to help you make your event a success. Here is what you can expect from us:
- Send emails to your audience
- Create online information/registration pages
- Send print invitations for select events
- Provide nametags, alumni contact lists, SJU giveaways, SJU flag, campus updates
- Staff attendance when possible
Here is what we ask of you:
- Secure the event venue/location (the Alumni Office can help if needed)
- Extend personal invitations to the event
- Share updated contact information you obtain with the Alumni Office
- Track event attendance
- Take photos at the event
If you have questions about this Plan an Event form, please contact the Alumni Office at 1-800-635-7303 or by email at [email protected].
For more information:
Ted Kain '12
Director of Annual Giving
Saint John's University


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People and the planet report
Rapid and widespread changes in the world's human population, coupled with unprecedented levels of consumption present profound challenges to human health and wellbeing, and the natural environment. This report gives an overview of how global population and consumption are linked, and the implications for a finite planet.
Key recommendations
Key recommendations include:
- The international community must bring the 1.3 billion people living on less than $1.25 per day out of absolute poverty, and reduce the inequality that persists in the world today. This will require focused efforts in key policy areas including economic development, education, family planning and health.
- The most developed and the emerging economies must stabilise and then reduce material consumption levels through: dramatic improvements in resource use efficiency, including: reducing waste; investment in sustainable resources, technologies and infrastructures; and systematically decoupling economic activity from environmental impact.
- Reproductive health and voluntary family planning programmes urgently require political leadership and financial commitment, both nationally and internationally. This is needed to continue the downward trajectory of fertility rates, especially in countries where the unmet need for contraception is high.
- Population and the environment should not be considered as two separate issues. Demographic changes, and the influences on them, should be factored into economic and environmental debate and planning at international meetings, such as the Rio+20 Conference on Sustainable Development and subsequent meetings.
Other recommendations made in the report focus on:
- the potential for urbanisation to reduce material consumption
- removing barriers to achieve high-quality primary and secondary education for all
- undertaking more research into the interactions between consumption, demographic change and environmental impact
- implementing comprehensive wealth measures
- developing new socio-economic systems.


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'Judge Judy' Will End With 25th Season
Despite the objections of fans everywhere (Get it? I love legal humor), Judge Judy is coming to an end.
Variety reports that Judge Judy Sheindlin, the cantankerous host of the eponymous judge show, will announce that her series will end with its upcoming 25th season on today's episode of Ellen.
'I've had a 25-year-long marriage with CBS, and it's been successful,' Sheindlin told DeGeneres. 'Next year will be our 25th season, silver anniversary, and CBS, I think, sort of felt, they wanted to optimally utilize the repeats of my program, because now they have 25 years of reruns. So what they decided to do was to sell a couple of years' worth of reruns.'
The former Manhattan family court judge began her show business career in 1996, not long after Judge Joseph Wapner left the popular The People's Court series. Sheindlin lobbied for the gig, and while she didn't get it, she did get enough attention to set her on the path to getting her own TV series. On Judge Judy she stood out from the rest of the judge shows on television with her brash personality and fiery temper. Here are just a few of her more memorable moments.
With 25 years of reruns available, it sounds like you won't have to look far for Judge Judy episodes if you want them. They just won't be knew. And don't feel too bad for Judge Judy; her most recent contract was paying her $47 million a year. So she'll be ok.
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Greetings, Adventurers!
The Black Desert Global Lab will be undergoing scheduled maintenance on 2024/1/12 to improve services and bring you the latest updates.
During the maintenance, the Black Desert Global Lab, Website Central Market, and other website services will be temporarily unavailable.
Please refer to the details below for more information regarding the maintenance.
■ Scheduled Maintenance Details
- Maintenance Date: 2024/1/12 @ 14:00 - 17:00 (GMT / UTC +8)
- Affected Services: Black Desert Global Lab server and Website Central Market
- Black Desert and Website Central Market will be unavailable during maintenance.
■ Website Maintenance Details
- Maintenance Date: 2024/1/12 @ 14:00 - 16:00 (2 hours) (UTC+8)
- Affected Services: Black Desert Website
- Black Desert Website services will be unavailable during maintenance.
* Additional Notices
- Once maintenance begins, you will be disconnected from the game even if you are waiting in-queue.
- Please move your character to a safe location (safe zone) before maintenance begins.
- Your character and/or mount may be attacked by monsters or other Adventurers if you disconnect from the game in a combat zone.
- Please try restarting the game if you receive an error message stating that you are already logged in after the maintenance.
- Black Desert Global Lab is a test server for Black Desert. Hence, maintenance schedule and details stated above are subject to change due to performing various in-game tests.
- Any changes will be announced as an update via this notice.
We appreciate your patience and support while maintenance is underway.
Thank you!
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This article is a reprint of Wise Bread's contribution to OPEN Forum from American Express -- where small business owners can get advice from experts and share tips with each other.
Are you a member of your local Chamber of Commerce?
If so, are you getting your money's worth? If not, what are you missing out on?
Chambers exist to serve their members and help them to be more successful. They are supported by membership dues, which are usually based on the size of your business. Your dues are tax deductible as a business expense.
It is a rare business that does not benefit in some way from membership, and small businesses often benefit dramatically from the power of joining together with their peers in this way.
Here are some of the things that local Chambers do for the business community, along with some suggestions for getting the most from your membership.
Chambers represent the viewpoints of their members in front of governments and advocate for their business interests when necessary. Your dues support the efforts that the Chamber makes on your behalf to make your community a better place to do business. This alone is a reason to become a member! If you're interested in getting more involved, most chambers have a Governmental Affairs committee that members can join.
Be sure to attend Chamber forums and events featuring political candidates and elected officials. You'll often have an opportunity to meet them, ask questions, and perhaps even give them your opinion about important decisions that impact your business.
For many of us, it's important to be visible. Chambers sponsor social events and networking groups that are designed for members to meet and do business together. If your business depends on local-business generation, this is an opportunity that you shouldn't pass up. Even if your customer base is not local, the connections you make can be an invaluable source of local goods and services for your business needs.
Also, check out your Chamber's Ambassador Committee if you'd like to have a built-in opportunity to welcome and meet new members.
When you're a member, you'll be listed in the Chamber directory, but your opportunities for promoting your business don't stop there. Chambers have websites, newsletters, newspapers, brochures, and more. They sell advertising in most of these, and you have to be a member to advertise. The costs are generally modest, and if your target market includes other Chamber members, the ROI can be fantastic.
Many Chambers really shine in this department. Training yourself and your staff can be expensive, but it's important to keep up with new developments and continue improving everyone's business skills. Chambers offer classes, workshops, and seminars, taught by member professionals, at a low cost to members. These professionals go out of their way to do a great job since their community reputation is at stake. Recent topics I've seen include social media training, patents and trademarks, OSHA regulations, sexual harassment training, human resource issues, tax law changes, etc.
Businesses and residents that are new to a community frequently call the local Chamber of Commerce for referrals for the goods and services they need. Guess what? If you're not a member, Chamber staff can't refer you. Take the time to get to know the staff of your local Chamber, and make sure that they have the information they need to send business your way.
Volunteering to serve on a Chamber committee that fits your interests or expertise creates leadership opportunities, helps you become better known in the community, and can help position you as an expert in your field. For example, I served for many years on my local Chamber's Business Resource committee, which was a great source for business leads and ultimately led to a seat on the Chamber Board of Directors. In addition to the Governmental Affairs, Ambassador, and Business Committees, many Chambers have Education Committees, and if you're interested in green business techniques, many Chambers are now forming Green or Sustainability Committees.
Every Chamber is different, and there may be other opportunities in yours that I haven't mentioned here. If you're not already a member, I encourage you to find out more, and if you are a member, take another look at what your Chamber offers. You may be pleasantly surprised!
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Controlling Proxy Access with HTAccess
In my recent article on blocking proxy servers, I explain how to use HTAccess to deny site access to a wide range of proxy servers. The method works great, but some readers want to know how to allow access for specific proxy servers while denying access to as many other proxies as possible.
Fortunately, the solution is as simple as adding a few lines to my original proxy-blocking method. Specifically, we may allow any requests coming from our whitelist of proxy servers by testing Apache's HTTP_REFERER
variable, like so:
RewriteCond %{HTTP_REFERER} !(.*)allowed-proxy-01.domain.tld(.*)
RewriteCond %{HTTP_REFERER} !(.*)allowed-proxy-02.domain.tld(.*)
RewriteCond %{HTTP_REFERER} !(.*)allowed-proxy-03.domain.tld(.*)
Notice the pattern here. Each line matches against the specified proxy server in the referrer variable. Once integrated into the original method, each of the three specified URI's will be allowed access to your site. Thus, by editing these directives to match the name and number of your whitelisted proxy servers, you can allow access to any list of proxies or other referrers while blocking many of the others.
To integrate your customized whitelist RewriteCond
itions with the original proxy-block method, simply place them near the end of the existing conditions, directly above the RewriteRule
, like so:
<IfModule mod_rewrite.c>
RewriteEngine on
RewriteCond %{HTTP:VIA} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:FORWARDED} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:USERAGENT_VIA} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:X_FORWARDED_FOR} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:PROXY_CONNECTION} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:XPROXY_CONNECTION} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:HTTP_PC_REMOTE_ADDR} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:XROXY_CONNECTION} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:X-FORWARDED-FOR} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:HTTP_CLIENT_IP} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:FORWARDED-FOR} !^$ [OR]
RewriteCond %{HTTP:X-FORWARDED} !^$
RewriteCond %{HTTP_REFERER} !(.*)allowed-proxy-01.domain.tld(.*)
RewriteCond %{HTTP_REFERER} !(.*)allowed-proxy-02.domain.tld(.*)
RewriteCond %{HTTP_REFERER} !(.*)allowed-proxy-03.domain.tld(.*)
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ - [F]
Just slap that bad boy into your server's httpd.conf
file or the HTAccess file of your choice (generally the root HTAccess file), and you're golden. Note that not all proxies reveal the information targeted in these directives, but many of them continue to do so. Thus, with this code in place, you will enjoy protection against unwanted proxies while allowing open access to the proxy servers or other referring domains of your choice.
Here at Perishable Press, we're all about understanding how these types of methods actually work. Comprehension is important, especially when it comes to this type of black-magic Apache voodoo. So let's enjoy a few explanatory spoonfuls, shall we?
As usual, we first check for the required Apache module, which in this case is the inimitable mod_rewrite. Then, after initializing the rewrite engine, the next twelve lines test different variables for any (non-empty) value. These twelve variables are associated with proxy servers and may contain data if present. The [OR]
flags appended to the first eleven of the RewriteCond
itions cumulatively tells Apache something to the effect of "if any of these variables contain any value whatsoever, then invoke the specified RewriteRule
". And this is where the original proxy-blocking directives end. The rewrite is then applied for any matched cases, and the unwanted proxy visits are subsequently denied.
In this updated method, however, we also want to allow our choice of specific proxy servers. So, by appending the previously discussed whitelist directives to the list of RewriteCond
itions, we are qualifying the first twelve conditions as follows:
if the client is not being sent via this proxy method OR this proxy method OR this proxy method OR this proxy method OR … this proxy method, AND the referrer is not
AND the referrer is notallowed-proxy-02
AND the referrer is notallowed-proxy-03
, then invoke the specifiedRewriteRule
And so, if the entire collection of conditions prove true, the specified RewriteRule
will be applied and the proxy request will be blocked. Conversely, if the referrer is on the whitelist, they will be granted access — regardless of whether or not any of the previous proxy variables contain values.
That's it for this fine tutorial. Please let me know if you have any questions, concerns or criticisms regarding this method. Hopefully, the explanation is clear, but if not, please let me know!


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Clean Energy Investments More Than Double in 2006
New Energy Finance Limited
Venture capital and private equity investments in clean energy companies increased by 167 percent in 2006, according to investment analysts at New Energy Finance Limited. These clean energy investments increased from $2.7 billion in 2005 to $7.1 billion in 2006, driven mainly by a surge of investments in biofuels in the United States. Investments in biofuels more than quadrupled, increasing from $647 million in 2005 to $2.8 billion in 2006. In addition, investments in solar energy more than tripled, while wind power investments more than doubled. Investments in other clean energy technologiesÑincluding energy efficiency, fuel cells, hydrogen, smart power distribution, and carbon marketsÑgrew by 74 percent.
New Energy Finance notes a number of trends suggesting that the clean energy field is maturing. For one thing, more than half of the venture capital funding was third-round funding, also called "Series C" funding, up from less than a third the year before. According to New Energy Finance, such funding generally goes to proven technologies at an advanced stage of commercialization. In addition, private equity investments in new assets and capacity expansions for clean energy companies more than tripled, to $3.5 billion. These investments generally go toward proven technologies with a solid business plan.
Clean energy companies also raised $1.9 billion through over-the-counter transactions and by selling their stock at a discount, a technique known as a "private investment in public equity," or PIPE. These mechanisms are typically used for fast cash infusions to fund expansions in small- to medium-sized public companies. See the New Energy Finance press release.
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What is Presbyopia?
Presbyopia is an age-related vision condition that causes near objects to appear blurry. It typically starts in a person's 40's, when the lens of the eye begins to stiffen and lose flexibility. This makes it difficult to focus on nearby objects.
Presbyopia can significantly impact your quality of life. Regular daily activities like reading books, instruction manuals and food labels, scrolling through your phone, threading a needle and other close-up tasks can become daunting.
The good news is, with the help of Harper's Point - Norwood, this common vision condition can be effectively managed, so you won't have to compromise on your quality of life.
Presbyopia Treatment Options
- Prescription reading glasses
- Bifocals: for distance and near vision correction
- Progressive multifocals: see objects at a near, intermediate or far distance
Contact lenses
- Bifocal contact lenses: different sections for reading and distance prescriptions
- Monovision contact lenses: distance prescription in one eye and reading prescription in the other eye
Laser surgery
Changes the shape of the cornea to correct vision. Some examples include:
- Photorefractive keratectomy
Lens implant
An eye surgeon removes your natural lens and replaces it with an intraocular lens. This new lens is flexible and can restore your ability to focus on near objects.
See better and feel your best with Harper's Point - Norwood
Presbyopia Diagnosis Treatment FAQs
Presbyopia treatment corrects age-related farsightedness to enable you to see close-up objects, such as books and electronic screens more clearly. Treatments include:
- Eyeglasses
- Contact lenses
- Laser surgery
- Lens implants
Currently, there is no cure. The good news is that our optometrists can recommend a variety of treatment options to help you see your best, from near to far.
If you're over 40 and struggle with any of the following, you may have presbyopia.
- Holding a book or a screen at arm's length to see it more clearly
- Needing larger print or font size to read
- Blurry vision while reading
- Difficulty reading in dim light
- Eye strain and headaches when focusing on near objects
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Does it matter that "the 99 percent" are heard by the CEO of Freddie Mac? by Marjorie Arons-Barron
The entry below is being cross posted from Marjorie Arons-Barron's own blog.
The irony wasn't lost on some members of the CEO's Club, lunching this week at the Boston Harbor Hotel to hear Freddie Mac Chief Executive Officer Ed Haldeman, Jr. discuss the restructuring of the agency that plays a key role in the home mortgage market. As Haldeman was laying out the need for transparency in Freddie Mac, or any possible successor entity, housing activists from Jamaica Plain were chanting and carrying signs outside the dining hall, calling for help with foreclosures and mortgage availability. While Haldeman interrupted his presentation to say he "understand(s) their concerns," the giant window shades lining the hotel's Wharf Room were quietly being lowered so the protesters couldn't look in—or those inside couldn't look out. For those who "got it," the symbolism was compelling.
No doubt the demonstrators probably view those on the inside as having all the power and those on the outside as having none. They share that perspective with the Occupy Boston protesters down the street in Tent City. All these demonstrators are giving voice to their frustrations, though they have not advanced a concrete agenda for addressing our economic problems.
Some of the executives in attendance noted, not incorrectly, that the protests would be better carried out on Pennsylvania Avenue than Atlantic Avenue. But none expressed any confidence that Washington would agree on any solutions until after the 2012 election. Being told, by implication, to wait at least another year is what's driving many of the protesters.
Haldeman has been on the job at Freddie Mac for just two years. His principal concern is getting private capital to return to the mortgage market. Right now, the government, especially Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae back 90 percent of the mortgage market, providing liquidity and stability, helping to keep interest rates low. The agencies are like private companies and have boards of directors, but are under the scrutiny of the Inspector General. The U.S. Treasury owns 80 percent of their stock. $65 billion of U.S. taxpayers dollars was appropriated to protect the solvency of Freddie Mac, and the agency is paying interest on that at the rate of $6.5 billion a year. It's unclear if the taxpayers will ever get their money back. And the Obama Administration is considering phasing out Freddie and Fannie Mae altogether.
Haldeman wasn't there for the meltdown, when worthless mortgages were bought from originators and wildly resold in the secondary market. While he notes that enabling people to buy homes they can't afford isn't doing anyone any good, he has been working with others to slow foreclosures through changing the rules for refinancing. Going forward, he calls for lowering the limits on how much people can borrow and raising what they need for down payments. He calls for more widespread availability of sound mortgage products, especially long-term fixed rate mortgages. It's not clear that his philosophy of gradualism would pacify the most insistent of local demonstrators. Today proved nothing because it appears there was no interaction, before, during or afterwards. And, as Haldeman, noted he's ultimately controlled by 535 members of Congress, each with a different set of priorities.
As put by an Associated Press story today, "the mid-decade housing boom and subsequent bust took a toll on virtually all age and race groups." Haldeman insists there is still a role for government in backing mortgages for homeowners but is uncertain whether that will be Freddie Mac or a successor agency. The timing, he knows, depends on the political environment. So the anti-bank, anti-government protesters do their thing, on the outside of the meeting place trying to look in, and a seemingly competent and well-intentioned executive lays out the problem, with no end in sight to an audience short of answers.
President Obama, in the absence of Congressional action, sees his weak approval numbers and claims "we can't wait, " so he offers a band-aid to a piece of the problem. President Obama, in the absence of Congressional action, sees his weak re-election numbers and claims "we can't wait, " so he offers a band-aid to a piece of the problem. His likely opponent, as of now, Mitt Romney seems to advocate a Social Darwinist approach of letting nature take its course on foreclosure unraveling.
Could make for an interesting debate topic a year from now, but the lack of resolution or a even strong path out of the housing mess doesn't augur well for any robust economic recovery in the months ahead.
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The T has decided to sell naming rights for its various stations throughout the city in order to bring in more income.
It is probably bad public policy to begin naming our public places for a price to virtually any corporation who wishes to pay it.
Like everything else having to do with policy, the city needs to maintain strict control over such changes made in the names of public transit stations.
Mayor Thomas Menino should be heard on this new T venture.
It is cost effective but terribly indiscrete.
We urge the city to employ its powerful sense of right by ordering the T to submit name changes before taking the money.
In doing so, the mayor will be able to do right what he tends to do best, which is protecting the public image of the city.
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We're going to start today by thinking about what could be the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has claimed more than 700,000 lives in the U.S. alone. It's altered how we perform daily activities, and it's had a lasting effect on the economy. In some areas, cases are still ticking upward.
But as we adjust to the new routines of distancing, masking and vaccination, many people have wondered what that new normal will look like. So that's where we want to focus our attention. For that, we've called Dr. Robert Wachter for his thoughts and expertise on the subject. Dr. Wachter is the chair of the department of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, and he's with us now.
Welcome, Dr. Wachter. Thanks so much for joining us.
ROBERT WACHTER: It's my pleasure. Thank you.
MARTIN: So here we are, well into our second year of this pandemic. And there is not a nationwide surge, but COVID-19 is still spreading. It's affecting daily activities. How should we think about that? I mean, I think that, you know, some people are saying, this is what it's going to be like. This is the new normal.
WACHTER: Yeah. I think I'm increasingly in that boat. And to make clear, I don't think that's a good new normal. I'd love us to be in a place where COVID was receded as a part of our lives and we were back to 2019. But I think it's increasingly clear that that's not likely to happen, that this is going to be with us for the foreseeable future. And we're going to be on this roller coaster where cases go up, and then they come down, and then they go up again.
And so my thinking has shifted a little bit in the last several months. I - for the last year and a half, I've been very, very conservative. I still do not want to get COVID. I still worry about getting long COVID, if you get it. But if COVID's going to be with us for the next several years and maybe forever, at least my own mindset is, you know, if I'm not going to do it now and I'm fully vaccinated and I've gotten my booster, I sort of feel like I'm saying to myself, OK, I'm not going to do that next year, the year after. Conditions may not be all that different.
And so things like visiting my elderly parents in Florida or holding a conference in San Francisco in person with everyone masked and with a vaccine requirement, I wouldn't have done it six months or a year ago. And today, it feels like, are we going to forego that activity and some of the things that give us joy in life forever? Forever's a long time. But I think for the next, at least, several years, COVID's here to stay.
MARTIN: So how are you calculating personal risk these days? I mean, how should we think about this individually?
WACHTER: For me, part of my calculus six months ago was, this is going to get much, much, much better. Let's hunker down and wait for the cavalry. What changed about that were really two things over the last six or eight months. One is the delta variant, which is twice as good at its job as the old virus. And the second is the fact that it looks like 30 or 40% of Americans are not going to get vaccinated, which I still find flabbergasting but seems to be a fact of life.
So personally, what I do - first of all, as I said, fully vaccinated and I - and got a booster. And I think that's very important. I think there's pretty good evidence the vaccine efficacy is waning. And if you're eligible, you should definitely get the booster. So I feel like I'm as protected as I can be. I will now, in San Francisco, go to an indoor restaurant with friends. I think twice about it. But as long as the cases here are relatively low, and they are, I'm willing to do that. I'm willing to get on an airplane and go to important business or personal functions.
Outside, I'm - I feel like things are quite safe. I don't wear a mask outside walking the dog. And two days ago, I played poker with a group of eight friends, all in our 60s, all fully vaccinated, all boosted, not wearing masks. I would not have done that a few months ago. But it was that theme, which is, if I'm not going to do it now, I'm probably making a cognitive statement that I'm not going to do it forever. And I enjoy it and, you know, lost money again. But it felt like something that - it was time to begin re-engaging. Now, if the cases skyrocket again, and they might, I'll probably rethink those things. But that's where I am right now.
MARTIN: So before we let you go, it's obviously - some precautions that people are taking around COVID have become very controversial for reasons that, you know, we could all debate. But I'm just wondering if you have a sense of which COVID precautions do you think should be phased out and which ones, in your opinion, should we continue perhaps permanently? Or is that going to be one of those things where it really has to be on a place-by-place, situation-by-situation basis?
WACHTER: Yeah. It's not only probably place by place but also your own personal risk tolerance and your own personal risk. We're all going to have to sort of grapple with these things. But I do believe that, in my own thinking, and I think those of most epidemiologists and public health experts, we're now in a mode that because of delta and because of the percentage of people who are staying unvaccinated, we have to make calculations about how do we keep ourselves as safe as possible while enjoying life and recognizing that the hunkering-down stage, waiting for this to go away, now has to move on to a different way of thinking where COVID is probably going to be with us for the next several years and maybe forever?
MARTIN: Dr. Robert Wachter is the chair of the department of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Wachter, thank you so much for speaking with us.
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Good morning, Sarah here, thank you for all your fabulous Birthday entries last week. Hope those that took part in the blog hop enjoyed it, we certainly enjoyed our special week. The winners' post is below if you haven't seen it. This week
is my turn to host the challenge and as Father's Day (in the UK) is only 2 weeks away I have chosen the theme...
'For The Guys'
So, we'd like to see anything for a man or boy, doesn't have to be for Father's Day ;-)
We have two fantastic sponsors this week...
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Fabulous aren't they? Hope you all have a lovely weekend and we can't wait
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ISC East 2022
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Pender Community Hospital District is proud to provide the community with different events, classes, and sessions that are both fun and informative throughout the year. Here, you will find our event calendar featuring two different sections: General Events (Including prenatal classes) and Provider Availability (When visiting specialists are available to see patients).
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Pain Management : Baczwaski
February 22, 2023 @ 8:00 am
Dealing with chronic pain can hurt a person's quality of life. If you—or someone you know—is suffering, the pain management healthcare providers at the Pender Community Hospital's Outpatient Specialty Clinic are here to help. We can find a way to get the pain and symptoms under control so you can get back to living and enjoying life.


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We live in stressful times. Traffic, workloads, the endless bombardment digitally of news, advertising and social media can lead to feeling as if we are already behind in our "keep up" world before our day even begins.
How do we blow off this stress?
The unhealthy ways are eating too much, drinking too much or complaining too much.
We offer you a better approach. A fun approach. One that relaxes, soothes and becomes a way to forget the surrounding tumult.
That way is dance.
Dancing can help fight depression more effectively than other outlets. An article in Women's Health Magazine cites a study in the New England Journal of Medicine that examined 11 physical activities. Researchers discovered that dancers have more mental acuity and lower their risk of developing brain disease over the long term compared with those who do not dance. Dancing was the only activity of the 11 studied that lowered the risk of dementia by at least 76 percent.
Sometimes you can think you are losing your grip in the none-stop world of modern life. Don't succumb. Instead, grab a partner and dance. Drop in at your local Fred Astaire Franchised Dance Studio and take a group class or a private lesson in ballroom dance or enjoy a practice party.
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The last thing most people want to worry about is a legal matter. But issues such as a divorce, probate of an estate or personal injury can be the cause for many sleepless nights. A skilled lawyer can help to ease your mind, and be a valuable resource for resolving this and any future legal concerns.
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KONG Wubba Weaves
Here's a new twist on an old favorite. KONG Wubba Weaves feature a twist-knot, cotton ball of rope that cleans teeth while dogs play. The Wubba signature nylon tails are still there, making the toy ideal for games of fetch. The added squeaker on top will keep dogs coming back again and again.


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Available now is our latest report. This time around we are analysing PC Free-to-Play shooter games. I am always tempted to say it is about FPS games, but there are a number of games in that list that are not in the first person.
The report provides an overview the market as a whole before going into specific, country-to-country market data and then even further into a game-per-game analysis. We took the individual game analysis a level further, and specifically analysed each game's F2P mechanisms and the way their stores function – including the ways in which games are managing soft currency and the hard currency.
Below are a few samples of the additional graphs we generated, using the additional information on the way the games' stores function.
You can purchase the report directly from our website or you can contact us.