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Last Chance to order vintage quilt kits before next May!
This stay at home quilting lady is going to turn into a snowbird – and I will be spending the wintert, starting later in November in the lovely hills and mountains of Panama, above the Pacific coastal plain. Here it is rarely over 80 degrees and it is a paradise for birdwatchers and nature lovers in general.
SO – I need to tell you that my online business will be on hiatus for the six months starting with November 15th!
What this means to you:
1) I will accept no new orders for my vintage quilt kits after the second week in November, and ALL payments must be received by the 15th November as that is the final shipping day
2) I will continue to answer emails with questions and will put holds on your wanted items, but no payment or delivery until the third week in May please.
3) I am available for advice and help anytime by email or by comments through my http://www.novascotiaquilts.com – my email remains the same firstname.lastname@example.com
4) ANNOUNCEMENT!!! Starting right now – if you buy more than one item from me, shipping will be free and in addition I will offer 10% off all merchandise purchased.
ABOVE is a waterfall on a river near where I have rented a small house – a birdlover's paradise and great for outdoor enthusiasts in general.
I'm hoping to start a few workshops on handquilting, handpiecing and needleturn applique using small group instruction wih a maximum of 6 people per group.
Below are two pictures of a selection of cushion sized wholecloth squares I have chosen to take along with me – I will be kitting these up with backing, binding, Quilters' Dream batting and YLI thread, along with a selection of Piecemakers quilting needles. Sound like fun?
Perhaps you'd like to order one of these kits and quilt along by email with the group on whichever day we end up meetimg?
Contact me: email@example.com – the other workshop I'm thinking of is one I have always called barefoot quilting – no sewing machines, no rotary cutters no glues or embellishments and minimal cost through tips on savvy shopping and internet use. Just a needle, thread, a ruler and a pencil and scissors! Sound interesting? Lets talk about it – maybe a series of tutorials this winter on http://www.novascotiaquilts.com ?
BEST NEWS OF ALL!!! I had attemped to order this lovely kit which makes up into either a 40 inch in diameter tablecloth or which can be used as a tree skirt. It was back ordered and I recently tried to contact the supplier to see how things were shaping up – their site is disconnected and I fear they are toes up! That triggered a flurry of searching and I finally found a supplier who has, it appears, processed my order – so I am expecting two only of these lovely kits – preprinted quilt top, backing and binding to whch I can add batting and thread – and even a needle too! Contact me quickly – these two won't last!
PRICE: CHRISTMAS WHOLECLOTH KIT _ YOUR CHOICE OF ANTIQUE WHITE OR NATURAL 40inches complete w backing and bimding $150USD + $25USD shipping = $175USD – specoify if you want thread batting and needle to get going right away on this beauty!
ABOVE is the gloriously retro "Snowflower" kit in double size and this time I lucked out – the floss kit comes with this one – in the beautiful aqua and lighter olive green that is so Mid Century. This kit will make a wonderfyl statement with your sleek Scandinavian and Eames style furniture and you'll so enjoy working the embroidery and then handquilting it to make it truly your own heirloom!
PRICE "Snowflower" by Paragon in double/queen size complete with original Peri Lusta floss kit $290USD + $35USD shipping w insurance and tracking = $325USD
And BELOW: I finally found another Bucilla Imari – this is a classic that has become very hard to find and is just the thing if you have a bedroom that is in a traditional style – can't you see it offset by one or two pieces of lovely Imari export Japanese or English porcelain? Traditional and very lovely colours are listed for you to supply. No floss kit.
PRICE: Bucilla IMARI double/queen in 100% cotton percale $225USD + 30USD postage, insurance and tracking/
CONRTACT ME: email@example.com to put a hold on these items and arrange for purchase. I am happy to accept personal cheques in USD, International Postal MoneyOrders. again inUSD; or will send you a Paypal invoice on your request.
REMEMBER!! I will not be shipping or accepting payments during the winter months, but if an item is in stock I will put a hold on it for payment and shipping after May 15/14
GET YOUR ORDERS OUT TO ME TODAY _ SHIPPING WILL CONCLUDE NO LATER THAN NOV 15 AND UNTIL THEN IF YUOU PURCHASE MORE THAN ONE ITEM, SHIPPING IS FREE AND IN ADDITION YOU GET 10% off the price OF YOUR PURCHASES IF YOU BUY MORE THAN ONE ITEM!!
More Hard-to-Source Vintage Applique Quilt kits and the Shaker Tree of Life quilt kit from Hancock Shaker Village!
The computer seems to be working right today and I was able to load all the rest of the pictures, so this is a continuation of the post published a day or two ago. I have some very special treats for you to look at and a couple of very special prices too!
So pull up a chair and get a cup of tea or coffee, and enjoy! And remember, these lovely kits are not going to last long, so contact me: firstname.lastname@example.com to get me to place a hold on your choice and arrange for payment and shipping it out to you.
Contact me with "Sign Me Up!" in the title line to arrange to add your address to those who receive my monthly newsletter – August, due to heavy work load and also the computer issues I've been having, hasn't gone out yet – so act fast and you'll get on the list for some nice special offers that only newsletter recipients are eligible to receive.
SHAKER TREE OF LIFE QUILT PATTERN and KIT:
A quilt kit made up from a pattern purchased in 1990 at the Hancock Shaker Village in Hancock New Hampshire – the first block has been done by a capable needlewoman and will serve as a guide for you as you use this wonderful full sized pattern and the templates this quiltmaker cut from lighgtweight template plastic. The prints are the lovely small florals and tone on tones so popular during the late 1980's and early 1990's – pure cotton and it looks like there is more than enough fabric to complete a double/queen quilt.
There is also some embroidery floss to complete the finishing touches to each block!
And here is a shot of the full sized placement diagram for a complete block – very clear instructions here….. and a lovely hand-quilting pattern too!
It was a dull day when I took these shots – the colours are much clearer and brighter in real life.
And here is a shot of the finished block which will be so helpful in completing this gorgeous kit.
I bought this kit with the intention of completing it – it was in the estate of an elderly person who was no longer quilting, and although my intentions were good – I'd still love to do it – my time hasn't permitted as I am still accepting new custom quilt commissions. Rather than have it sit in a storage tote I've decided to part with it – if it doesn't sell here I know it will at the upcoming Quilts at the Harbour 15th Annual Show and Sale next month – if you are in the area – drop by – you'll have a great time.
PRICE: Vintage Shaker Tree of Life Quilt Kit double/queen with vintage fabrics and easy to follow pattern – $150USD + $40USD shipping with tracking and insurance – this will be a heavy package!
BUCILLA #3375 MISS WILDFLOWER – an Applique quilt in double/queen size (84×100)
This is a kit I have been waiting for years to acquire! The fact that it is already started is not an issue as the work has been very nicely done. The design is stunning!
Poppies and cornflowers, and could that be buttercups? So sweet!
As you can see, there are several tiny stains of what looks like pink lemonade! The quiltmaker must have been working at it in summer – these pale pink stains should come out nicely with a gentle wash in oxyclean after the quilt is finished.
Another closeup of the lovely cornflower, plus an overview of a real mare's nest of threads and applique pieces. This sort of 'mess' is familiar to me as many years ago this was the way my mother worked, and she would give me the mess to salvage embroidery threads for my next project , as she preferred to start fresh each time. So therefore, if you wish me to sort this out before I send it on to you I know how to do it!! (Big smile!) If you'd rather play with it yourself, I'll understand too!
Looking at the completed posy below I think the yellow flower must be an ox eyed daisy – pretty isn't it?
PRICE: BUCILLA #3375 Miss Wildflower double/queen started but complete several small stains that should wash out $395USD + $30 shipping includes insurance and tracking. Contact me to secure your purchase: email@example.com
PROGRESS #1438 APPLIQUE : THE APPLE BLOSSOM size 81×07
This lovely kit is an early one! Open, it is intact and has been carefully stored since it was bought in the late 1950's or early 1960's. It's ready to start and comes complete with all instructions needed to complete it.
The colours are lovely clear and bright hades of lighter and darker rose, along with some yellow and green and brown.
As you can see the white background fabric is spotless – no yellowing or foxing.
PRICE: make this beautiful heirloom – The Apple Blossom - yours today email me ro complete purchase – $395USD + $30USD shipping includes tracking and insurance. firstname.lastname@example.com
LEE WARDS 'Perky Pansies" 08-91028 81×100
Another elusive one! I've tried for years and finally hit lucky this last month! This is the most beautiful of the many lovely ansy creations of the fifties and sixties.
As is often the case, this one has been started and has been carefully stored so that the rest of the appliques, the instructions and the white stencilled top are all spotlss. It is in its o0wn clear project bag with airtight zip closure. A remarkably lovely piece of America's past this kit woill make a statement in your home no matter where or how it is displayed.
PRICE: LEE WARDS "PERKY PANSIES" 81×100 double bed size $425USD + $35USD shipping includes tracking and insurance. Contact me to put a hold on this treasure for you!
AND………………ARE YOU UP FOR A CHALLENGE, DO YOU WANT TO SAVE $ too?
As if I weren't lucky enough to find one Perky Pansies another showed up a day or two later – I couldn't turn this waif away and fell for it too! It has been started, in fact quite a bit was done – and then it fell on hard times – it has a very dirty face – I think some of it will clean up but maybe not al, but an oxyclean soak or two should lighten the marks a lot……..and it has lost all its unattached appliques – a few are pinned on but you are going to have to match, butwith all the possibilities that Kona solids offer I think you'll be able to do this. You may also have to make templates but this isn't too challenging either! I can sens along a full colour picture of the finished quilt and also photocopies of the instructions too.
PRICE: ARE YOU GAME? YOU CAN ADOPT THIS ORPHAN FOR $200USD plus shipping, tracking and insurance of $35 – contact me – this great deal isn't going to last long.
AND MY LAST OFFERING TODAY: PARAGON"S ROSE WREATH #01057 (80×100) from the mid 1940's or perhaps early 1940's – this is a real treasure – it reflects the care with which women looked after their projects, and their frugality – the whole thing is boxed up in an old Christmas gift box and is filled with every possible item the needlewoman was going to need to complete this lovely kit. Sadly, she didn't get to finish oit – will you do it for her?
This is a study in social history as well as a peep into great grammies sewing box!
I'm including several clos up shots so you can see the care with which the needlework was done and the very precise attention to detail the manufacturer put into this design – truly a work of art in progress!
This kit clearly dates back to the time before even numbers were used to indicate what sorting station mail was to be addressed to – truly early .
The box the kit was packaged in has disappeared, but the owner saved the illustration on the front of the box. Boxes were no longer used after the US entered the Second World WArt in 1942 as resources were being conserved for war effort – brown paper envelopes took their place. So you can draw your own conclusions about age.
Clearly the quilt is approaching finished but has a great deal of detailing and embroidery to be done before handquilting starts – are you the one who will finish this heirloom and pass it down to your daughter? I'd love to do it myself but you know the saying: too many quilts, too little time
PRICE TO OWN THIS BEAUTY: $260USD + 435USD shipping, tracking and insurance. Contact me to arrange payment.
Goodbye until the next time and be sure to watch for the August newsletter coming out in a day or two!
Stay Cool – drink lots of lemonade and iced tea!!
Hugs! Janet
RARE, HARD-TO-SOURCE VINTAGE APPLIQUE QUILT KITS (and an unusual Shaker Tree of Life Kit from 1990)
I was hoping to do a rather long and picture heavy post, but it's either me, wordpress or a reluctant computer which is preventing me posting the number of pictures I have loaded in my gallery for you. So, I've decided to do this post – only one lovely early Paragon kit I've been holding on to hoping to finish it myself. If I can I will make several more posts to accomplish what I had originally planned.
Here is the package picture for Rose of Sharon (Paragon 01130). This was, I suspect, manufactured in the mid to late 50's because at that time, most of the cover pictures were shown in black and white.
The kit has ben started and then carefully stored and as far as I can see all pieces are intact and the fabric is claen and strong. The handwork has been done by an experienced needlewoman.
The prints are a very nice reproduction of prints seen in applique quilts of the nineteenth century – Paragon used this same pattern in several other kits of that period – namely the American Glory kit, which I also have in stock.
The colours are indeed olvely, aren't they? Looking at this, I am wanting still to finish it for myself, but I can't do every quilt I want to do! The quilt is based on historic precedence – many of this type are seen in museum collections.
I have decided to put a very attractive price on this beauty – I'm trying to reduce my inventory of what I call orphans and waifs – started quilt tops that need someone to take them in and love them and finish them as a future heirloom. And so, I am ready to send this beauty out to you carefully packed, mailed with a tracking number and suitable insurance:
PRICE: PARAGON ROSE OF SHARON #01130, size 80×100 100% cotton circa 1955, already started
$275USD + shipping $30USD = $305USD in total
Contact: firstname.lastname@example.com to secure this beauty – payment is easily accomplished and the kit ships on receipt of payment – no waiting for your cheque to clear!
Wholecloth quilt kits: Up to the moment listing of wholecloth quilt kits
A group of quilters has contacted me for a complete list of my current inventory as they are hoping their next project will be a wholecloth quilt. What a fabulous idea for a small group and what a way to improve your handquilting skills with all the support a group can give. In addition, I already have a handy tutorial here: http://www.novascotiaquilts.com/2013/02/making-your-first-wholecloth-quilt.html and I discuss washing your finished pre-stencilled quilt so as to remove the markings here:http://www.novascotiaquilts.com/2013/01/removing-the-stamped-markings-from-quilts-made-from-kits.html In addition I offre ongoing personalised mentoring for quilters who purchase any of my stock. There really is a sisterhood among quilters!!
So, below, if you and your friends are thinking of a similar project soon, you'll find something for every skill level – with this variety you'll be able to choose enough of a challenge, but not too much. I'm happy to put together a group order, and can offer 10% off each individual's order; and a larger shipment makes sense too in terms of there being less cost overall than if each parcel went out one by one. Shipping, as always, will include insurance and tracking.
There are two design families from which to choose – above is Welsh Beauty and below is Garden Bouquet – both by Benartex, these kits come complete with binding and backing and are in antique white – a lovely creamy colour! You can purchase one or the pair of these lovely projects which are sized at 18 inches. A lovely way to introduce yourself to handquilting a wholecloth and you have a nice finished item very quickly. When ordering specify which pair or which single you wish.
PRICES: ONE PILLOW TOP with binding and backing 18inches in white: $37.50USD
PAIR TOPS w binding and backing 18inches in white: $75USD shipping extra let me quote
CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT or TABLECLOTH:
Sorry – just a teaser here – I'm hoping to have several of these lovely items – 45inches in diameter – in stock soon in both white and natural – contact me firstname.lastname@example.com if you wish me to put a hold on one for you…..
I have been able to source these enchanting kits just in time for you to complete one before christmas!! I will have one in antique white and one in natural and they come complete with backing and binding – all you need are the batting and the quilting thread, which I also carry. Can go out to you as soon as they arrive if you secure yours now!
PRICE: tablecloth or Christmas tree skirt complete approx 40 inches in diameter - $150USD + $20USD postage
CRIB or WALLHANGING or TABLECLOTH WHOLECLOTH KITS:
Doublestencil's Cana Lily in natural 40×40 inches SOLD
Doublestencil's American Heritage Collection: Medallion Star 42×42 in natural
Above: Benartex Anchors Aweigh 40×54 available in both natural and antique white
Another Benartex wholecloth kit is shown above: This is Floral Fantasy which also is sized at 40×54, which is a perfect size to grow with baby into early childhood. This kit is available in natural.
Another Holice Turnbow design is featured by Penn Prints, and Doublestencil – this is Ba Bear – a darling kit that will be a classic – available in both antique white oe natural, another view is shown on this post:
http://www.novascotiaquilts.com/2013/07/update-vintage-wholecloth-quilt-kits-added-to-inventory.html BOTH BA BEAR KITS ARE NOW SOLD (APRIL 14/14)
A very traditional wholecloth, design based on a museum collection 19th century quilt – this is National Star by Penn Prints – which is another trade name of Doublestencil/Spartex. This bewautiful kit is in natural and sized at 40×40. SOLD
Above is an all time favourite – my friend June, who has bought two other kits from me was in last night and was very tempted – as I am but I keep reminding myself I have too much on my plate already! This one is the small size shown hanging on the wall above the bed.; You have a choice here – the nice vintasge prints to do the applique are in the package, which is factory sealed. You can also choose a differnt colour scheme using your own fabrics or you can choose to go for a more suvtle look and dispense with the applique altogether.
And finally, this lovely and very traditional American Star in the American Heritage series by Doublestencil this wholecloth kit is sized at 42×42 and is shown as the wall hanging in the above picture – comes in natural – wouldn't this make a lovely tabletopper in a bedroom that has a wholecloth quilt on the bed? Such a versatile size, this would also make a lovely floor blanket for a crawling baby – either indoors or out – this quilt is so washable!
PRICE: Specify which kit is your choice – they are all priced at $150USD and are complete with binding and backing to match. Shipping to include insurance and tracking is extra – I will quote. Contact me firstname.lastname@example.com
It's rare to find this mid size in a wholecloth kit – this is only the second one I've had and I waited a long time to find it! This is Grape Wreath, again from Doublestencil's American Heritage Collection and such a bargain as it comes complete with the backing and binding – just add your batting, needle and thread and you are on your way: 53×70 it is available in natural.
PRICE: GRAPE WREATH: 53×70 with backing and binding in natural $200USD, shipping will be qyoted
QUEEN SIZED WHOLECLOTH KITS: Pictured below are the queen sized wholecloth kits I currently have in stck – some are available in both antique white or natural. These kits do not come with the backing but the matching binding is always supplied.
Above is Penn Prints Hagerstown Feather – this is a classic and very formal quilt in a design based on a heritage quilt from the nineteenth century – size given as 'queen' which I assume is roughly 90x 108. Available in natural.
American Star 90×113 in natural from Doublestencil's American Heritage Collection – another classic! SOLD
Above, a Holice Turnbow design by Benartex – Garden Bouquet 90×108 available in natural
Holice Turnbow hjas been the tp ranking designer of wholecloth quilts, working for both Benartex and Doublestencil. This is his lovely deign Welsh Beauty in a choice of antique white or natural. sized at 86×106 – a double/queen
And finally, another Holice Turnbow put out by Benartex, Feathered Pineapple, and measuring 90×108, this is in natural
PRICE: Each of the above queen sized kits comes complerte with binding – no backing is supplied: $250USD and I will quote you shipping, including insurance and tracking
For some time now, I have been offering the supplies to finish these lovely kits – I keep a few factory sealed backs, and the thread and batting that I have found to work well with these kits in stock – this is as a service to quilters who, like me, may live far from a well stocked quilt shop and wish to purcyhase everything they need at once. Contact me email@example.com should you wish to make use of this extra in customer service.
For those of you whose interest lies more along the lines of the lovely vintage applique and cross stitch kits I carry, regular posts about those beauties are coming next and my monthly newsletter for August will be going out shortly – please sign up to receive it – send me an email: firstname.lastname@example.com – and tell me "Sign me Up!"
Today I'm happy to tell you that I've been able to replenish my inventory of lovely wholecloth quilt kits. In fact, I've also been able to acquire several of these kits in the very desirable and harder to find antique white. This is a soft creamy white that is so appropriate for babies and for brides.
Above is Holice Turnbow's design – Feathered Pineapple – at 90×108 this is a queen sized quilt top that is complete with matching binding – this is available in natural. A classic!
PRICE: FEATHERED PINEAPPLE by BENARTEX 90×108, in natural and complete with binding $250USD + $30USD SHIPPING, INSURANCE and TRACKING
Above is shown Welsh Beauty, also designed by Holice Turnbow for Benartex – 86×106 – a double/queen, comes complete with matching binding. At the moment I have this in both WHITE and NATURAL. PRICE: WELSH BEAUTY by BENARTEX, 86×106 in YOUR CHOICE OF WHITE or NATURAL $250USD + $30USD SHIPPING, INSURANCE AND TRACKING.
And finally – this is Garden Bouquet by Benartex – back in stock! 90×108 – queen sized, and a lovely soft, feminine design without being over-the-top girly – suitable for a master bedroom and available in natural colour. PRICE: GARDEN BOUQUET by BENARTEX 90×108 complete with binding in a natural shade. $250USD + $30USD SHIPPING< INSURANCE AND TRACKING
To purchase contact me: janet@nova scotiaquilts.com and I will put an immediate hold on your item(s) and arrange payment with you.
******************************************************************** And now for some smaller wholecloth quilt kits, suitable for a baby, small child, as a suggle quilt in the living room or as a lovely covering for a teatable: these kits are a fantastic bargain as they come complete with backing, binding and stamped top – all you do is add thread and batting!
These kits sell out so quickly, but today I am happy to be able to offer you several in a choice of the lovely antique white or the classic ecru or natural…… act now to secure the one you love!
I have "Ba Bear" a Holice Turnbow design that was marketed under both the Penn Prints and the Doublestencil brand – both were brands owned by Spartex/Doublestencil. I am shoeing you both versions of the cover picture. Above is the natural coloured kit , 40×50 and BELOW is the antique white version, also 40×50. Both in factory sealed packages.
PRICE: BA BEAR – 40×50 in your choice of antique white or natural – backing and binding included for $150USD + $30USD SHIPPING, TRACKING AND INSURANCE
Another sweet kit, this is Pennsylvania Folk Art II by Doublestencil – also factory sealed, this kit comes with optional applique fabric which you can choose to use in making up the kit or you can omit for a more subtle quilt. This kit is 43×47 and again comes factory sealed.
PRICE: Pennsylvania Folk Art II by DOUBLESTENCIL $150USD + $30USD SHIPPING, INSURANCE AND TRACKING
And finally, back in stock and now in your choice of antique white or natural, this is a classic nautical themed wholecloth quilt kit that will look great no matter where or how it is used – this one comes complete with matching binding and backing, so is ready for you to start! Size: 40×54 – very versatile!
PRICE: ANCHORS AWEIGH by BENARTEX complete and factory fresh your choice of WHITE or NATURAL $150USD + $30USD SHIPPING, TRACKING AND INSURANCE
To secure any of the above kits, contact me email@example.com and I will put a hold on them while we complete purchse – you can pay by Paypal, Internationl Postal Money Order or your Personal Cheque using USD or if you are Canadian, using CDN funds.
My customer service, including after purchase advice is second to none – try me and you'll find out why I hae so many return customers!
And finally if you want to start receiving my monthly newsletter featuring interesting short articles, new inventory and special offers, be sure to send me an emal with "SIGN ME UP!" in the title line.
Unril next post – enjoy your summer!! Janet


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Frederick Baron, the prominent attorney dying of bone marrow cancer, has gotten his wish for a dose of Tysabri after all. The FDA and the Mayo Clinic found a legal basis to give him the drug in an emergency situation, according to a post on Dembot by his son, Andrew.
"We have every expectation of a positive result," said Andrew Baron, the CEO of Rocketboom, in the web posting. "We cannot thank you enough for all of your thoughts and support."
The decision by the FDA and the Mayo Clinic caps a frenzied week in which prominent friends of Baron, including former President Bill Clinton, cyclist Lance Armstrong, and U.S. Senators Ted Kennedy and John Kerry, all urged Biogen Idec to give Baron the medicine. Biogen refused, because Tysabri is unapproved for multiple myeloma, Baron's disease, and it said that giving him the drug outside of a controlled clinical trial would create risks that the drug might be restricted for patients who need it for multiple sclerosis and Crohn's disease.
Despite numerous phone calls from friends of Baron, a longtime Democratic fundraiser, and other concerned citizens, Biogen never re-considered its decision to provide the drug, says company spokeswoman Naomi Aoki. Yet as pressure mounted, the FDA informed Biogen late Wednesday that it was trying to resolve Baron's situation directly with the Mayo Clinic. Aoki couldn't be more specific on how the drug is being provided, or who is assuming liability in case something goes wrong.
Normally, with a marketed drug like Tysabri, physicians like those at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, are free to prescribe it for any disease, or any dose, however they see fit, under what is known as "off-label" use. The situation is more complicated with Tysabri, because it is currently available only under a strict prescribing and monitoring program called Touch; the program was instituted when Tysabri was brought back to the market in July 2006 after having been withdrawn in 2005 because of its link to a rare and often fatal brain infection called PML. Tysabri is now taken by an estimated 32,000 patients worldwide with multiple sclerosis and Crohn's disease.
Baron's physician hit upon the idea of treating him with Tysabri because samples of his cancer cells turned out to carry a molecular marker that Tysabri, an antibody drug, is designed to seek out and block, according to a letter Andrew Baron posted online Monday. Biogen has done some animal tests that suggest Tysabri might be an effective treatment for multiple myeloma, and in fact it began treating the first patient in a clinical trial of Tysabri against the condition last month, Aoki has said. Baron's physician is an investigator on this study and well-familiar with its rules, Aoki says.
Liability has been a key question in this case all along. Andrew Baron, in an earlier comment on this site, said the FDA had assured Biogen that it would be protected from legal liability if it gave Frederick Baron the drug. "The FDA said that whatever happened in this particular case with my father, would not be counted against them. This is similar to a case which becomes expunged," he wrote.
An FDA spokesman, in a written response to the Pharmalot blog, said it never offered Biogen a liability shield. "The FDA has provided no such assurance to the company. Our policy is to consider all available information when evaluating the safety and effectiveness of drugs," the spokesman told Pharmalot. "We recognize and appreciate that expanded access programs involve less-controlled use of experimental treatments than the well-controlled environment of a clinical trial, and thus we would consider information that might be obtained in this instance within that context."
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Jenny was hiding in her room waiting for Emma to return from the clinic. She was starting to become worried. It had been over an hour since Emma left. Jenny started to quietly pace around the room. After about 10 mins she had decided that she'd had enough of waiting and was going to go find her. Just as Jenny reached for the doorknob her mobile started to vibrate. She quickly pulled it out of her pocket. A message from Emma. A huge weight was lifted off her chest. She opened the message and read.
"Plan C..."
Jenny was a little confused. Emma hadn't mentioned anything about a Plan C. She finished reading the rest of the message.
"...Run! Meet u at school."
Jenny didn't need to be a rocket scientist to figure out what Plan C was. She quickly packed a bag with all her essentials. Jenny walked over to the window. She opened it a tossed her large duffel bag outside. After a moment of hesitation she followed. It was a good thing she had so many essentials to break her fall. Jenny could hear the house phone ringing. She had to get as far away as possible before Stephen found out about the failed test attempt. She quickly picked up her bag and made a dash for it.
There was a huge cracking noise and then Jenny's bedroom door fell to the floor with a loud *thud*.
Stefan was furious. He quickly scanned the room for Jenny. The room was a total mess with clothes lying all over the bed and floor. His eyes stopped at the sight of Jenny's Emma shrine. Emma's jeans were missing. Stephen immediately knew Jenny had ran.
Emma returned her phone to her pocket.
I hope Jenny gets my message and can escape before word gets to Stephen. I'll just have to head to school and see if she made it out.
Emma quickly made her way towards the school. A few blocks from the school she stopped at the window of an electronics store.
"Breaking news! Police are out on the streets in full force. It seems they are stopping young women and questioning them. All the women that have been stopped seem to be wearing leggings although police are refusing to make any comments."
All Emma could think about was Jenny. Stefan must already know about the failed drug test. If he is looking for her then she must have gotten away. I need to get to school faster. She decided to try and take as many back alleys as possible since she was still wearing Jenny's leggings.
Taking the back alleys was more time consuming than she had expected. At every corner Emma had to stop and take her cell out. With it's camera she checked if anyone was on the other side. She'd learned this trick while watching spy movies with Hotte. She remembered his favourite was James Bond. It was too bad she didn't have his spy kit to help her out. She thought him to be a bit silly when he bought it but now she realized just how helpful it would have been.
After her constant running then stopping and checking, Emma finally made it to the school. She looked around the front gate for any signs of Jenny. Her text wasn't very specific. It was written in such a hurry that there had been no time to think out the details. She was about to enter the school yard when she heard a noise.
"Psst...psst...Emma...to your right."
Emma turned to the right and looked inside the bushes. There was Jenny hiding.
"Jenny! I've been so worried! They figured out that I'm not you. That's not the worst though. Now the police are looking for you and stopping anyone wearing leggings. How will we get away?"
Jenny bent down and unzipped her large duffel bag. She rummaged through it until she pulled out her green skirt and Emma's shrine jeans.
"We should be safe if we change out of my leggings."
Jenny was hesitant to hand over Emma's shrine jeans but having Emma with her was more important than the jeans. As long as Emma was safe with her she could always get them back later.
"Brilliant! You're so smart for having brought me something to change into."
They quickly changed behind the bushes. Jenny looked at Emma wearing the jeans with her giraffe sweater. The new pairing looked better but not by much. In the rush of packing, Jenny hadn't even thought of bringing the clothes Emma had been wearing earlier that morning.
After changing Emma decided she would go to class. She would be able to see if Ben knew anything about what Stephen was planning on doing about Jenny.
"What about me? I can't show up in school. It's the first place Stefan will look for me."
"You can't go to my place either. That'll be the second place he looks."
Just as they were thinking of a place for Jenny to hide Luzi passed by. They quickly grabbed her and pulled her into the bushes.
"What the..."
"Luzi, you've got to help us out. Jenny needs a place to hide."
"How can I help?"
"Well...last time you let Ben stay at your place. Could you let Jenny stay there this time?"
"Ummmm...ok. My mom isn't home now anyways."
"Great! Jenny, I'll go over to Luzi's as soon as class is finished."
Luzi gave Jenny her house keys. Jenny gave Emma a kiss then picked up her bag and left for Luzi's place. Emma and Luzi headed into the school yard to go to their classes.
Jenny was quietly sitting at Luzi's dinner table anxiously awaiting the return of Emma and Luzi. It was late in the afternoon and they should be back soon. There was a knock on door. Jenny jumped in her seat. It was probably them. Luzi did give Jenny her house keys so she would have to knock. Jenny started to make her way to the door. BANG! BANG! BANG! The knocking was louder and hard this time.
"I'm coming!", Jenny replied.
Just as she finished her sentence the door slammed open. A group of people rushed into the apartment.
"Mom, Dad! How did you find me!"
"Honey, do you think it would be that easy to escape us? Last time you were kidnapped and taken to Goa we decided to implant you with a tracker. You are our only daughter and we will take whatever means to protect our you."
Jenny could only stare opened mouth at her father.
"Now that we've found you we will be returning you to the rehab clinic in Ireland."
Two of the strange men started to walk towards her. Suddenly she snapped out of her shocked state and tried to run towards the door. As soon as she started to run the two men grabbed her arms. Jenny started struggling to get free. Her arms were flailing and legs kicking.
She started yelling, "Jeans! Emma! No! Jeans!"
While the two men were trying to hold her down another one was going through his bag. He pulled out a needle and a little glass bottle. The needle was pushed into the top of the bottle and the liquid inside was transferred. Just as he began to approach her she became more desperate. She flailed and kicked even harder. She must have hit on of the men quite hard because he loosened his grip for a split second. They pinned her down even harder and the needle entered her arm. She started to lose her strength and energy to fight back. She could only mumble a few words before succumbing to the drug.
When it was safe for the two men to release their grip the third man passed them a white jacket.
"This should keep her safe if the drugs wear off during transportation."
The men dressed Jenny's limp body and securely tightened the straps. The larger of the two picked her up and everybody headed out the apartment door.


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Maybe Perez Hilton found this news so shocking because, like us, he is Latino and this sort of thing usually doesn't sit well with our familias. It seems that when Christina Aguilera recently flew to Rhode Island to meet new man Matt Rutler's parents, she refused to stay at their house, opting for a very fancy suite at the Hyatt instead. Which meant that Matt stayed with her.
At first we thought, ugh, so rude, how could she force Matt to dis his parents like that? But then we thought, good for her! We wish we didn't have to stay with our crazy mother-in-law and her collection of cat-themed everything. So what do you think?


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Vice President Leni Robredo did not respond to the controversial emails, where her allies plan to unseat President Rodrigo Duterte.
Robredo said on Sunday that no need to explain about the LeniLeaks. It seems that she still denied her involvement in ousting Duterte.
Earlier, Robredo already denied that she and other members of Liberal Party are planning any movement to overthrow the president.
"Before I don't know what the reason, but when the president was interviewed last Christmas, he said that I was a part of rallies to oust him. That is not true, I did not join any rally," Robredo said.
But a photo of Robredo was doing the rounds online attending the Duterte rally was caught.
According to the post, Robredo has attended a rally in EDSA. The rally it was referring was the Black Friday protest vs Marcos burial at LNMB last November 25, 2016.
During the rally, aside from the placards protesting against the burial. The rallyist also included placards that tell: Duterte resign.
The viral photo was shared by Thinking Pinoy and he said, Leni Robredo, may family reunion din dito planned over a year ago? #LeniLeaks
The rally were also attended by Mar Roxas and Kiko Pangilinan. Both wore black during the rally and here you have VP Leni Robredo wearing White.
Leni's white upper outfit in the photo perfectly reflects the wishes of the Black and White movement organizers.
The following day, which was Saturday, Leni received a text message from Secretary Jun Evasco telling her not to attend the HUDCC Cabinet meeting.


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Lifetime's remake of Garry Marshall's 1988 classic, Beaches, is still months away, but ET has your first look at the upcoming TV movie.
The new movie stars Idina Menzel as CC Bloom, a role made famous by Bette Midler, and Menzel said that almost kept her from accepting the gig.
READ: Idina Menzel to Take on Bette Midler's Role in TV Remake of Garry Marshall's 'Beaches'
"I don't particularly like to choose projects where I have to walk in an icon's footsteps," the Broadway vet explained. "I found though -- after I said 'no' a bunch of times, because I was terrified -- that there's a whole young audience that had never even heard of Beaches."
Fortunately for Menzel, it wasn't long after her role was announced that Midler publicly endorsed her on Twitter.
"Can't wait to see Idina Menzel as CC in Lifetime's Beaches!" Midler wrote on Aug. 2. "DON'T TELL ME THE ENDING!"
Can't wait to see Idina Menzel as CC in Lifetime's "Beaches!" DON'T— Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) August 3, 2016
@BetteMidler has been one of my all time idols. I hope I can make her proud. #beaches— Idina Menzel (@idinamenzel) July 28, 2016
A few days earlier, Menzel also took to Twitter, calling Midler "one of my all-time idols."
"It meant the world to me," Menzel told ET of receiving Midler's blessing. "I don't think she's that forthcoming with compliments. She can be tough, so I will take that. I hope to make her proud."
Meanwhile, Nia Long is hoping not to let Barbara Hershey down with her performance as Hillary Essex.
WATCH: Idina Menzel on Her 'Very Personal' New Album 'idina.'
"Hopefully she'll call me after and say, 'Well done,' and not, 'You sucked,'" Long joked.
Long admitted that it was a little eerie taking on her first role where her character dies onscreen, but she revealed that her eldest son, Massai, could react in one of two ways.
"My 15-year-old will get a kick out of me dying on camera: 'Wow, Mom! That looks really real!'" she said, mimicking her son's cadence. "I don't know. He might cry, who knows."
RELATED: Idina Menzel Is Engaged to Aaron Lohr: 'It's a Beautiful Time'
Sticking close to the original, the remake follows the story of two lifelong friends who stick together over several decades filled with ups and downs. The new film will also feature a spectacular soundtrack, on which Menzel will lend her voice to new versions of iconic songs "Wind Beneath My Wings" and "The Glory of Love."
Beaches debuts Saturday, Jan. 21 at 8 p.m. EST/PST on Lifetime.
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Cape Town, South Africa is more than just big five safaris, no matter what your travel agent may tell you. Cape Town is by far the most well-known city in South Africa, and one that is booming with energy. Between Table Mountain, the Cape of Good Hope, penguins, and beaches ranging from cold Atlantic waters to the more temperate beaches along the False Bay coast, it's no wonder Cape Town is regarded as one of the best travel destinations in the world. Jobs in Cape Town will give you more than just a new stamp for your passport, you will benefit immensely from the skills you'll add to your resume and have the adventure of a lifetime all the while.
Jobs in Cape Town
Not only is Cape Town the economic hub of the Western Cape Province, it's South Africa's second main economic center, and the continent's third major economic center. Job opportunities abound for expats in Cape Town, so get those resumes and cover letters ready!
International Relations. In an increasingly globalized world, professionals in the field of international relations cannot be overvalued. Look into open foreign service jobs in Cape Town at your home country's embassy or consulate for starters. However, diplomacy never sleeps, so be prepared for odd hours to touch base with your counterparts back home. A few hours of sleep is a minimal sacrifice for the opportunity to do fulfilling, meaningful work in Cape Town though; sleep for experience seems like a pretty fair compromise.
Marketing. Cape Town is known for its creative edge and entrepreneurial spirit. In this art inspired culture, marketing firms and corporations are constantly looking for young talent and new ideas. What's trending today won't be tomorrow, so if you're looking for a job abroad to keep you on your toes, look into open marketing jobs in Cape Town at multinational companies like Johnson & Johnson or Levi Strauss & Co., in addition to South African companies and marketing firms.
Health care. The majority of the South African population didn't have access to health care until the mid 90s; since then, the country has made great strides in its healthcare system. Cape Town's health care system now sits among the best in all of Africa. With both a private and public healthcare sector, expats will have many options for work in Cape Town.
There are 11 official languages in South Africa, English being one of them. However, it will be beneficial, and interesting, for English speakers to learn key words in the other languages. Although, you will likely be able to communicate with colleagues and locals in English.
Life in Cape Town
Of the 11 official languages of South Africa, the three you'll encounter most in Cape Town are Afrikaans, Xhosa, and of course, English. The Afrikaans language is descended from Dutch, and learning to say a couple key phrases like good morning (goeiemore) and thank you (baie dankie), will go a long way in Cape Town! Xhosa is a Bantu language spoken by approximately 7.6 million people across South Africa. Its tonal nature and click consonants can have varying meaning, so you'll want a lot of practice with a local language partner before showing off your Xhosa skills.
Cape Town is not a city for the faint of heart, and it's no wonder so many adventurous expats are drawn to it every year. Adrenaline junkies rejoice, because you've found a new home in Cape Town. South Africa has been long-standing the adventure capital of the world, with plenty of heart pumping activities to partake in, like kite surfing, rock climbing, wake boarding, hang gliding, sky diving, and the world's highest bungee jump off Bloukrans bridge. Picking up and moving to work abroad in Cape Town is certainly a leap of faith, in more ways than one!
For the more subdued expat, there is still plenty to enjoy in the city's more metropolitan areas. With plenty of museums, galleries, shops, and restaurants to try, you don't have to go jump off a bridge for a good time in Cape Town.
Salary & Affordability
Your salary should cover the cost of living in Cape Town, but it is up to you to ensure that you consider all extra costs while discussing compensation with your future employer. Stipends are more commonly associated with internships, so it's unlikely that there will be additional compensation to cover cost of meals or accommodations.
The cost of living is fairly affordable in Cape Town, though it varies depending on what part of the city you live and work in. On average, a meal at an inexpensive restaurant will cost around $8, a soft drink is usually around $1, and a cappuccino comes to $1.50. An apartment can be rented anywhere from $300 to $400 dollars each month, and utilities will often cost about $80.
Accommodation & Visas
Apartments and condos are the most common (and affordable!) accommodation for those living and working in Cape Town. There are many different districts within the city that offer the most job opportunities, so researching the safe and affordable districts is important to ensure your safety and comfort. Consider the security that apartments, condos, or other rentals have in that area to ensure that you are safe as an expat.
A work visa is mandatory in order to work in South Africa, and you must have obtained employment prior to applying; in other words, the job must be proved to be legitimate for you to get a workers visa. It is illegal to look for work once you have already moved to South Africa, especially since you won't have a work visa without already having a job offer. Your employer will provide assistance and any necessary documents throughout the visa process. Keep in mind that immigration regulations are very strict in South Africa, and it is not easy to change a permit or extend your stay without good reason.
Benefits & Challenges
Casual Cape Town. While it is important to maintain a professional presence during any job in Cape Town, many will find that Cape Town is a pleasantly casual, relaxed city that makes both work life and personal life enjoyable and easy to adjust to as an expatriate.
Experienced Expat. Having prior experience or distinct skills that set you apart from other applicants are vital when applying for jobs in Cape Town; it can be quite challenging for foreigners to obtain work in Cape Town if they don't offer something that the local applicant pool cannot.
Pervasive poverty. First-time travelers who haven't experienced developing countries may experience culture shock more abruptly than those who have completed escapades in Europe or the American south. Poverty is a real issue facing the people of South Africa, and as a resident in Cape Town, you will come face to face with it every day. Challenge yourself to become educated on the historical causes and contemporary issues related to poverty in South Africa. While working in Cape Town, you can also seek out opportunities to volunteer (there are many). Most importantly, as a foreigner worker in Cape Town you should come to recognize your common humanity with locals who may seem very different than you on the surface.


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A woman's emotional distress over delayed diagnosis of her breast cancer supported a jury award of $2.65 million, a Fairfax Circuit Court has ruled.
A radiologist conceded she had failed to spot the cancer on the woman's mammogram.
During the 13 months between the erroneously "clean" cancer screening and the woman's later diagnosis, her condition progressed from a treatable Stage I or II to a far more dangerous Stage III, and her tumor increased in size from 2.5 centimeters to 8 centimeters, according to an Aug. 8 opinion by Fairfax Circuit Judge Jonathan Thacher.
Thacher said the defendants could not challenge the verdict as improperly based on lost life expectancy, as that theory became the law of the case when the defendants failed to object at trial and offered their own jury instructions on the issue.
The physical advancement of the cancer was actionable, and the jury was entitled to consider the plaintiff's emotional damages that arose from the physical injury, the judge said in Macdonald v. Corrigan. The court reduced the award in accordance with Virginia's med-mal cap under Va. Code § 581.15.
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| What is your cancellation policy?
We require a 20%deposit for any reservation of our bounce units. This deposit is fully refundable if you cancel the reservation 7 days prior to your rental date. Naturally, this does not apply to cancellations due to weather or unsafe conditions.
| Will the bounce house harm my lawn?
No, the unit will not harm your lawn. We place a tarp down under the bounce house to make sure that any movement will minimize any damage. We will place stakes in the yard to help anchor the unit, but this does no permanent damage.
| Can I rent a bounce house late in the evening or over night?
Yes, we are very flexible concerning our rental periods. However, if we feel that the unit will not be safe in the late evening or over night, we reserve the right to deny such rentals.
| Can a bounce house be set up indoors?
Yes, we do set-up our units indoors, assuming that the space is large enough to accommodate the unit. Spaces that are typically large enough are gyms, stages, shopping malls, and convention halls, just to name a few.
| What are your methods of payment?
We are very flexible as far as payment. We accept Cash, Company / Business Checks, and Credit Cards (Visa, MC,). No amex or personal check
| Do you require a deposit?
Yes. A 20% security deposit is required to ensure that your bounce unit is reserved for your event. We also ask that we have a credit card number on file before the unit is delivered. The security deposit is fully refundable as long as you abide by our cancellation policy.
| How are the bounce houses cleaned?
After each use, our bounce_houses are thoroughly vacuumed (even between the seams) to get dirt and debris out of the unit and wiped down with a disinfecting cleaner. We pride ourselves on delivering new, clean and attractive units for your enjoyment.
| Do I have to keep the blower on at all times?
There is really no need to turn off the blower when the unit is set-up for enjoyment. The unit uses less energy than a hair dryer and will ensure that the unit is always ready for enjoyment. However, if you do need to turn off the unit for any reason, it is perfectly safe. Just make sure everyone has exited the unit and make sure that the unit collapses onto it self and not on any sharp objects or obstructions.
| How do the kids get safely in or out of the bounce house?
All of our bounce_houses have an inflated safety step that is an integral part of the unit. The step is slanted so that they can crawl up into the unit through a small opening in the front of the unit. When they need to exit the unit, they will exit feet first, while sliding on their bottom or on their tummies. We require that a supervisor be present at all time to ensure that the kids are enjoying the unit in a safe manner and to help with entering and exiting the unit.
| What happens when the bounce house is delivered?
When the unit is delivered, our technician will inspect the site where the unit is to be placed to ensure that it is free of any obstacles or hazards to the unit or anyone playing in it. Since the unit has to be anchored in some manner, we will inquire as to any underground sprinkler systems to make sure that our stakes do not puncture a hidden pipe. After the inspection, we will set-up the unit and review safe operating instructions.
| What do you need to set up the bounce house?
All we really need is a relatively flat, open area that does not have any overhead limitations and a power outlet within 50 feet of where the unit is to be set up. If no electricity is available, portable generators are available upon request for a nominal fee.
| How long does it take to set up the bounce house and take it down?
The bounce house takes about 10 minutes to set up other inflatables take longer depending on which unit. Party jump gets there early to set up & the time isn't included in your rental time.
| Does there have to be an adult supervisor present while children are using the bounce house?
Yes. During our safety review after the unit is set up, we make it clear that a supervisor must be present when anyone is in the unit to ensure its safe operation. The supervisor is there to help kids and individuals get in and out of the unit safely.
| Are the bounce_houses new and clean?
Almost all inflatables are new in 2006.we clean our inflatables after every use.. All About Fun has the cleanest and most fun inflatables in Sacramento.
| How long can I rent a bounce house for?
We have 4 hour half-day rentals, 7 hour full day, and for over night or weekend rental just ask.
| Do you have liability insurance?
Yes we carry insurance that exceeds the inflatable party rentals standard. We additional insure all parks & rec. dept in Sacramento. If you want more info please. Also in case of injury please notify staff immediately.
| Who sets up the bounce house?
We have a team of qualified technicians that have been properly trained to set up the bounce_houses so that they can be enjoyed in a safe manner. The technicians have been instructed on how to prevent "tripping" and shock hazards.
| Can the bounce house be set up on the pavement or in a parking lot?
Yes, see above.
| Does the bounce house have to be set up in a backyard or on grass?
No we do parties on concrete, asphalt & hard surfaces. We need to know in advance so we can bring tarps & heavy sandbags. We do not set up on dirt or mud!
| What is your "Bad Weather" policy?
Inflatables shouldn't be used in extreme weather heavy rain, high winds. We are flexible up to about 3-4 hours before the schedule & delivery times. Once the inflatable is set up no discounts will be given.
| How soon in advance of a function should I reserve my bounce house?
We typically recommend to reserve your inflatable a month in advance party a month in advance during summer months all the popular items go quickly so book your party right when you know where & when.
| Can I pick up the bounce house and set it up myself?
Not typically, we set up & deliver most parties. One of our trained party installation .If you are having at party outside of our service area the greater Sacramento you can pick up an inflatable bounce house. We deliver servicing parties elk grove, Davis, Rocklin, and Folsom. On occasion, we deliver to El Dorado Hills and Placerville area, New Castle and Auburn area, as well as Galt, Lodi, and Herald. Big Party? We will travel.
| How much does it cost to rent a bounce house?
Our bounce house parties range from $199 to several thousand depending on which inflatable games you select; our average party is $300-$400. If you book several inflatable at your next event you will receive discounted rates, Remember Sundays, weekdays & multiple bounce_houses, & party packages is when you receive excellent discounts on your next party.
| How many kids can use the bounce house at one time?
The number of people allow to have fun at one time in one of our bounce house (jump house) varies depending on the inflatable games. The bigger the people at your party the fewer you want in each jump house. Size, Age, Ability, and your stress level factors into equation.
Use common sense!
Another factor to consider is how rapidly the riders move thru each inflatable. Bounce house's take 5 to 8 riders but some times children will remain bouncing & having fun in the jump house till the party ends. The inflatable slide is just seconds of excitement but, you can funnel kids thru them quickly, that's why inflatable slides are great at your next party or large event. Ask your party-planning specialist which inflatables fits best for your next event. We will make sure all your riders have an all about fun time.
| Can bounce_houses be used in the rain?
Bounce house's are not to be used in extremely poor weather conditions (high winds & heavy down poor) however parties in sac are usually ok to use. If the weather calls for showers you can still have fun and have jump houses at kids parties.
| How much space do I need for a bounce house?
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As we covered in our previous article, that how you can track and monitor amazon prices before buying in case of a price drop, today we have another helpful article based on amazon products. Reviews are any day helpful when you are looking to buy a new product that you don't know much about. But how trustworthy are those reviews?
These days, companies are spending money in all sorts of advertisement that also includes writing positive reviews. So how would you determine if the review that you are reading is genuine and not fake? Or if it is a paid review or not? Let this free web service called as Fakespot do it for you. Continue reading "Analyze Amazon Product Reviews before Buying"


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Google Dart, Polymer Dart, SVG Widgets Source Code Released
Source Code for my Polymer Version of SVG/Dart Widgets now on GithubJust a quick post to provide people with the link to the latest version of my open source Dart / SVG UI widgets that now use Polymer.dart. This latest version uses Polymer.dart primarily for interacting with the ShadowRoot DOM and for encapsulating most of the SVG structure within template files (SVG that was previously created in-code). At a future date (once Polymer has stabilized more), I may extend it to make better use of additional Polymer templates features.
Works with Dart SDK 1.1.1 stable. I will eventually update it to support newer Dart and Polymer releases (though, it should remain working unless Polymer changes something in a big way).
Continue to read this Software Development and Technology Blog for computer programming articles (including useful free / OSS source-code and algorithms), software development insights, and technology Techniques, How-To's, Fixes, Reviews, and News — focused on Dart Language, SQL Server, Delphi, Nvidia CUDA, VMware, TypeScript, SVG, other technology tips and how-to's, plus my varied political and economic opinions.


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Joe Brown was released from jail on his own recognizance Monday night after being sentenced to five days in jail for five separate charges of contempt in court. His bail was originally denied by Judge Horne, whom earlier in the day he got into an argument with.
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TV's Judge Joe Brown was been sentenced to five days in jail after being held in contempt of court five times by a Tennessee judge.
Brown, 66, was in court to represent a client for a child-support case when he became "pretty raucous" and "challenged the authority" of Judge Harold "Hal" Horne, said Dan Michael, chief magistrate judge of the Shelby County Juvenile Court.
"He darn near caused a riot in the courtroom, he had people so inflamed," Michael said about the former TV judge. Judge Horne is reportedly a "a real laid-back guy" and gave Brown several chances to relax before being hauled out of the courtroom.
Brown was held in contempt five times "before they were able to get him out of the courtroom," Michael added. Everyone in the courtroom was reportedly "floored" by Brown's behavior, adding that the former TV judge was yelling and repeatedly challenging Judge Horne's authority. After being hauled out of the courtroom on Monday, Brown has booked into the Shelby County jail in Memphis.
He is currently running for district attorney of Shelby County, where he used to be a judge. Brown's nationally syndicated television show was cancelled last March after 15 years on the air.


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Alcohol Rehab
The need for alcohol rehab treatment has been an increasing problem in the United States for many years. There are some 17 million people that can be classified as an alcoholic or to have drinking problems. Around 40% of clients admitted to rehab centers are for alcohol related abuse. With the growing need for alcohol addiction treatment, it is unfortunate that less than 10% will seek the help needed.
The Alcohol Rehab Process
Alcohol rehab is designed to help alcoholics face the struggles of their addiction problems, and it helps them overcome their alcohol addiction problems once and for all. Most all alcohol rehab programs are long-term residential treatment. Alcohol rehab follows three basic steps: detoxification, counseling, and recovery.
- Detoxification is the first and most stressful step in alcohol rehab. Detoxification can be painful, and fear of this pain is what keeps many alcoholics from seeking professional help. Once in alcohol rehabilitation centers, the recovering addict will be monitored and comforted through the entire process by specialists who know how to minimize the discomfort and offer much-needed support and encouragement as needed.
- Counseling is the learning stage in alcohol rehab. The alcoholic will learn about their addiction, how it affected them, and how to avoid future temptation. Counseling is a crucial step in an addict's recovery because it gives the addict a growing period to learn how to adjust to life without alcohol present. Most rehabilitation centers will offer both individual and group counseling. Alcohol addiction goes beyond just affecting the addict physically. For this reason, counseling and therapy allow the addict to understand what caused their addiction and what they can do to remain sober once they are out of rehab. In most cases of alcoholism, there are a variety of factors that have combined to cause the individual to drink compulsively. Some of these factors include depression, low-self esteem, family problems, financial issues, or family history of alcoholism. This person must learn better-coping skills and acquire a sense of self-worth to avoid relapse, and an effective treatment program can provide the education, skills, and guidance needed for continued abstinence.
- The treatment program is the core of the recovery process. The program can range from 12-step to Holistic and Faith-Based treatment, depending on the rehab center or the individual's preferences. The goal of the treatment program is to promote an overall healing by helping the client connect to themselves on a deeper level and obtain the tools necessary to control their urges. An effective treatment program is a key to a lasting recovery. An excellent treatment program will work with the individual and the family to get to the root of their addiction. Understanding the addiction to alcohol and the damage it can cause will help with the recovery process. Finding a way to deal with the cause that started the alcohol abuse will be beneficial in preventing relapse. Alcohol rehabilitation programs are a critical part of the recovery process. Programs can be designed for the individual's needs because some alcoholics have other mental or health issues that require additional attention during treatment. Many people also suffer from other addictions that can be addressed during treatment.
- Aftercare is the final stage before graduation. This step in alcohol addiction recovery is a closing point where the now recovered addict will have to adjust to his or her life without alcohol present. The individual will also create aftercare plans that address their intentions after graduation and how they plan to remain sober. Continued aftercare support is available after graduation to help the client deal with the transitions and other life problems they may encounter.
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Alcohol rehabilitation treatment provides a chance for alcoholics to overcome their addictions and get their lives back to the way they are meant to be. Alcohol addiction is the leading global addiction. This problem has been growing for generations and with the broad availability of alcohol and the fact that it is legal in the United States; countless people young and old are suffering from lifelong alcohol addiction problems. Most of them began drinking socially and gradually developed an addiction, while others started drinking to drown their sorrows or to escape from problems in their life.
If you are struggling with an alcohol addiction, consider your life and the problems it has caused. Is the pain worth the trouble of the few hours of "happiness" alcohol brings you every day? If you are ready to rid the addiction plaguing your life, begin recovery today by getting professional alcohol addiction treatment.
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MSLA - Maps of Sea Level Anomalies and Geostrophic Velocity AnomaliesEntry ID: AVISO_MSLA
Abstract: Contents: multimission gridded sea surface heights computed with respect to a
seven-year mean
Use: study of ocean variability (mesoscale circulation, seasonal variation, El
Niño...), including operational oceanography (near-real time products)
Gridded data (1/3°x1/3° on a Mercator grid), available in near-real time and in
delayed time in NetCDF format.
In delayed time, two types of products are ... available:
- "Ref" (Reference) series: homogeneous datasets based on two satellites
(Topex/Poseidon, Jason-1 + ERS, Envisat) with the same groundtrack. Sampling is
stable in time.
- "Upd" (Updated) series: up-to-date datasets with up to four satellites at a
given time (adding GFO and/or Topex/Poseidon on its new orbit). Sampling and
Long Wavelength Errors determination are improved, but quality of the series is
not homogeneous.
In near-real time this product is available in high (1/3°x1/3°) an low (1°x1°)
resolution. For gridded merged data, a formal mapping error file is also
available, with geostrophic velocity anomalies.
Regional products with an improved quality are available in local areas
Related URL
Geographic Coverage
Spatial coordinates
Temporal Coverage
Start Date: 1992-09-23
Paleo Temporal Coverage
Chrono Unit:
Location Keywords
Data Resolution
Latitude Resolution: 0.25 deg
Longitude Resolution: 0.25 deg
Science Keywords
Quality See data processing information at
Access Constraints Access to Ssalto/Duacs products
Ssalto/Duacs products use Jason-1, Envisat, GFO, ERS-1, ERS-2 and
Topex/Poseidon data. File format is NetCDF, but the system also delivers images
in Postscript format (only for gridded products).
Ssalto/Duacs system delivers global and specific regional products; combined
datasets ... are also provided for high precision altimetry.
Near-Real Time products cover the 2001/08/22 - 2006/11/14 period. Delayed time
data are available from October 1992.
Condition of access
Ssalto/Duacs NRTNear Real Time data are available via FTP:
- with user identification and password for data <1 month , for scientific
applications (GodaeGlobal Ocean Data Assimilation Experiment, seasonal/climate
prediction centers) provided that a data use agreement is signed with Cnes.
- or freely available for data older than one month (i.e NRT and DT data> 1
CLS remains in charge of the commercial applications of these near-real time
For both DT and NRT products, the above acknowledgement has to be cited: "The
altimeter products were produced by Ssalto/Duacs and distributed by Aviso with
support from Cnes".
See http://www.aviso.oceanobs.com/html/donnees/duacs/access_uk.html for
additional details.
Use Constraints When using Ssalto/Duacs data (NRT or DT-(M)SLA and (M)ADT), please cite: "The
altimeter products were produced by Ssalto/Duacs and distributed by Aviso, with
support from Cnes".
See http://www.aviso.oceanobs.com/html/donnees/tools/citations_uk.html for
additional details.
Ancillary Keywords
Data Set Progress
Data Center
Distribution Media: FTP
Distribution Format: NetCDF
Role: INVESTIGATOR
Phone: (+33) 561-394-768
Fax: (+33) 561-751-014
Email: aviso at cls.fr
Contact Address:
CLS - Space Oceanography Division 8-10 rue Hermes Parc Technologique du Canal
City: Ramonville-St Agne
Postal Code: 31526
Country: France
Role: TECHNICAL CONTACT
Phone: (+33) 561-394-758
Fax: (+33) 561-751-014
Email: letraon at cls.fr
Contact Address:
CLS - Space Oceanography Division 8-10 rue Hermes Parc Technologique du Canal
City: Ramonville-St Agne
Postal Code: 31526
Country: France
- Le Traon, P.Y., P. Gaspar, F. Bouyssel, H. Makhmara, 1995, "Using
TOPEX/POSEIDON data to enhance ERS-1 data", J. Atm. Ocean. Techn., 12, 161-170
- Le Traon, P.Y., F. Ogor, 1998, "ERS-1/2 orbit improvement using
TOPEX/POSEIDON: the 2 cm challenge"
- Le Traon, P.Y., F. Nadal, N. Ducet, 1998, "An improved mapping method of
multi-satellite altimeter data", J. Atm. Ocean. Techn., 25, 522-534
Extended Metadata Properties
(Click to view more)
Creation and Review Dates
DIF Creation Date: 1999-11-23
Last DIF Revision Date: 2018-02-05


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Ricoh Caplio R3 review
I spent $300.00 bought this camera in Marchl 2006. Now you can buy it under $250.00. It was not easy to buy Ricoh camera in the United States. I only find it in New York City camera store, and mail order it. Nowhere else in all US continent I saw it sells Ricoh camera. I had Nikon Coolpix 8400, Nikon Coolpix 5400, Olympus C-4000, Fuji FinePix A303, and Fuji FinePix E500 before I bought this one. I bought Fuji Finepix v10 after I bought this.
I love travel, and love taking many photos during my vacation. This is the one I used most often after I bought all of the above cameras. I took thousands of pictures with it, and I still plan to use it as my major vacation camera.
I was looking for a camera that is small (~6 oz), has large LCD (2.5"), need date print on photos, has wide angle zoom (28mm-200mm), responds fast, and has a long battery life. This camera has all. In addition, it uses SD memory, which is very small and cheap now. The same type of memory can be used on many other electronic devices, such as GPS, MP3 player, etc... After I bought it, I've found it's not only small, but has a leather case come with it, so I can wear it on the belt as if it is a cell phone (it is almost as small as a cell phone). Even though Fuji Finepix 303 and v10 are also very small, they don't come with lether case, so I have to carry it or put it on my pocket, make it less convenient than waring it as a cell phone. When I saw a beautiful scene, I can quickly pull Ricoh R3 out and many good photos I took them this way. I can put it back right away and don't feel I was carrying a camera. (I would have missed may good photos if they are not that easy to carry). That one unique feature helped me and makes me very happy. I also find it's telephoto (up to 200mm) sometimes is also useful to take remote pictures. Antishake feature is not very phenominon. May times in a low light I don't see it improve my picture quality, compare with many other cameras that don't have antishake feature. The battery can last more than 400 photos with a single charge, if you don't flash or constantly change zoom. My favorite resolution is 2M with 1600 x 1200 (normally ~320 K size, easy to e-mail, and also can show full screen view in computer), but this camera doesn't have it. I can only use 3M with 2048 x 1536, but each picture takes 600 K to 720 K in size. Another resolution is 1 M 1028 x 960, which I don't use it much. Fuji and Nickon camera all has my favorate 1600 x 1200 resolution.
Under enough light, especially outdoors, the picture quality was very good. The movie mode also can take good sound movies, but the resolution was not high. Good enough for my travel purpose. I used it and not buying a digital camcorder any more (I don't use it much now).
If date inprint is important to you, then consider buying Nikon, Sony, Kodak, HP, Samsung and Ricohn (These brands all models have date inprint feature). I did a lot of research and found Fuji, Olympus, Panasonic, Leica, Casio, Canon, Minota (any model) don't have date inprint feature. Olympus has best software I experienced because I can use it to adjust brightness, contrast, color, etc with the software come with Olypics camera. I still use them very frequently (with the software come with Olympus C4100) Nikon, Fuji, Ricohn and Canon software I don't see them have this feature (can adjust brightness, contrast, and color).
Many sales person always claim their cameras have date inprint feature when you ask them, but it's not true. Every digital camera once you pull your mouse on the picture (on Windows XP), they will show you what date is taken (given the fact that you set the date before you take pictures), but the date won't show in normal print out for the above model I specified, no matter how expensive a model you buy. It's brand based.
If I use portrait mode to take indoor people photos, the result will be much better than using normal mode. Using normal mode under this condition R3 seldom focus right. If you are not using portrait mode, it is highly recommend to use flash. It comes out much better than if you don't use flash.
Many Sony models, also Fuji Finepix 303, Fuji Finepix v10 I have experienced, can give better quality with indoor low light photos. These camera in general, don't have wide angel feature (<= 28 mm). That's why I still haven't bought any Sony camera. Sony only has wide angle camera with high end models (not P&S), which is not easy to carry when travling outside.
I also tested using manual focus indoor, the result was not as good as I expected. Besides, the manual mode was not like other cameras, clearly indicate the distance. It was not clear to me how to use R3 to adjust the distance with MF mode.
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YAKIMA, Wash. - Three major grocery chains will use labels or signs to inform shoppers that color additives are fed to farm-raised salmon to make the flesh pink.
"We are going to be labeling packaged products with a 'color-added' label," Brian Dowling, a spokesman for Pleasanton, Calif.-based Safeway, said last week. "At fish counters, we are putting up a laminated sign indicating the same."
Karianne Cole, a spokeswoman for Albertsons in Boise, Idaho, said signs would be displayed in stores' fish cases, saying "color added."
Kroger Co. of Cincinnati, owner of Fred Meyer and QFC stores in the Pacific Northwest, said earlier its farm-raised salmon and trout also would be labeled "color added."
Each company is a defendant in separate proposed class-action lawsuits filed last week in King County Superior Court in Seattle by the law firm Smith & Lowney. They are accused of misleading consumers about the origin of salmon by failing to declare the artificial color.
The grocery chains' announcements do not make the lawsuits moot, said Paul Kampmeier, a lawyer with Smith & Lowney.
"There are still a whole bunch of consumers out there who were duped into purchasing this stuff before the grocery stores made these policy changes," he said.
The flesh of farmed salmon is naturally gray. The brightly colored flesh of wild salmon is the result of eating krill or other small crustaceans that contain astaxanthin or canthaxanthin, according to the British Columbia Salmon Farmers Association, a trade group.
The carotenoid pigments added to farmed fish food are synthetic versions of naturally occurring ones in the diet of wild fish, much like taking a vitamin C tablet instead of eating an orange, the trade group said. Pigments are added at levels that meet government standards, the association said.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has required "artificially colored" or "color added" labeling on products containing such additives since 1995, although the pigments are deemed safe for consumption.
"While the supplements do not affect the taste or nutritional value of the fish, we are modifying the product labels to share this information with our customers," said Keith Neer, a Kroger executive.
Salmon farms provide fresh fish year-round at inexpensive prices, but they have come under attack under attack in recent years by some environmentalists, commercial fishermen and biologists.
The Coastal Alliance for Aquaculture Reform in British Columbia last year organized a boycott of farmed salmon, arguing that the fish-farming practices were environmentally unsound, that the farmed Atlantic salmon compete unfairly with wild fish, and that the product was neither as tasty nor as healthy as wild salmon.
Salmon farmers say they work to minimize the environmental impact of their industry and note that U.S. government data show their fish have higher levels of beneficial Omega-3 fatty acids than wild Pacific salmon.
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I love music, arts, horseback riding, and most of all harry potter <3
Fav Singers: Ed Sheeran, Birdy, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban.
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Fav Movies: Harry Potter Movies, Narnia movies, The Hunger Games, The Last Song, and The Odd Life of Timothy Green.
I love fairytales, romance, and magic.
I'm a photographer, a singer, an actress, and a potterhead.
I am currently writing one story on here called And Then You Came Along.
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Those Crane boys really can be quite weird, can't they? It's one of the things I really love about this show, and it always gives me great laughs. The entire room-mystery was very hilarious, and I just knew the boys wouldn't let it go there. I liked the ending where they found themselves locked out of the spa.
Roz didn't have a big role in the episode, but the little that she did was very funny... silly, but funny. As for the Daphne and Martin part, it was okay. I guess it was also quite silly, but I liked it anyway. I wasn't looking for anything deep tonight, just a good laugh.


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"No one wants to hear all of the time that I'm always in pain…least of all myself."
I was somewhat surprised when this thought passed through my mind this morning, as I was stepping out of the shower.
You see, yesterday–as well as the past days and past weeks–there is one conversation that has been repeated over and over, as I visit with family members and friends who I haven't seen in years. It goes somewhat like this:
Them: How are you doing with your rheumatoid arthritis?
Me: I'm doing really well. What I mean to say is that I am coping really well. My disease continues to progress, but I've finally figured out how to live with it, and I think that I'm doing really well.
Them: That's good. From the outside, you seem to be doing much better than the last time I saw you.
Me: Thank you. On the inside I'm actually doing a little worse…but like I said, I've learned how to live with it. I've had to make a lot of changes, but many of them have been for the better. I still live with a lot of pain all the time, but at least I've figured out how to once again be happy.
And as I've repeatedly gone through this conversation over the past couple of months, I've always told myself that it's important to focus on the good while still mentioning the bad, when I talk about my rheumatoid arthritis. I used to think that I was doing this because it might be what "others" wanted to hear…but as I realized this morning, I've been responding as such because these are in fact the words that I want to hear.
Don't get me wrong, I'm all about open and honest communication of the pain and disability with which I live, and I certainly don't advocate for the denial of one's feelings and emotions related to these issues (something which I experienced myself for all too long). But when it comes down to day-to-day thoughts and spoken words, I know the pain is always there. I know that it's not going away, that it will only continue to fluctuate around the high end the pain scale, no matter what pain scale is being used.
But I also know that no matter how bad the pain might be, and no matter how permanent this pain might be, life is still good. Focusing on the good doesn't take my pain away…but it does seem to make it a tad bit more bearable…and in the world of chronic pain, this counts for a lot.
So yes, I am in a lot of pain. All the time. But this is not what I want to tell myself on a continual basis, this is not what I want to hear like a broken record playing in my head. So I choose to tell myself that life is beautiful..and the trials and tribulations that it constantly presents makes life even more beautiful.
If you find yourself being overwhelmed by the pain, stop for a moment, and ask yourself: What is beautiful about my life? And when you come up with your answer, focus on it as much as possible. And while you're focusing, don't forget to smile!
And this, in a nutshell, is how I've learned to cope with the pain of rheumatoid arthritis.
Stay tuned…for the next adventure of Rheumatoid Arthritis Guy.


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When the Mini was introduced in 1959, early sales were so disappointing that production might even have been halted. Somehow it caught on, though, and the car that was originally designed as a utility vehicle for the working classes became the runabout of choice for the smart set and an indelible symbol of the Swinging Sixties.
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Who had a Mini? Who did not, more like. Peter Sellers had one, as did Princess Margaret, and the Beatles had one each (customised, of course). Jack Profumo used to drive around in a bright red one — unusual for a government minister — and Christine Keeler claimed that she had sex with him in it, which was even more unusual.
When a Mini won the Monte Carlo Rally in 1964, its status as a motoring legend was assured and by the time the car appeared in The Italian Job, it had become a global superstar.
Now, 50 years later, our affair with the Mini is still going strong — although, as with any longstanding relationship, it is politic not to draw attention to the various changes that have taken place over the years, such as the new owner and the new design.
But love is blind, especially if it means the best news for the British motor industry in years and the creation of up to 1,000 jobs at Mini's Cowley plant, where 3,700 workers are employed building three versions of the car. The two new models, one of them a coupé, will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show on September 15.
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"Grief is the agonizing space of disharmony, disequilibrium and discomfort between what we want from life and what we ultimately get." – John E. Welshons,
Awakening From Grief: Finding the Way Back to Joy
For me, this quote captures the essence of grief ~ the "broad brush idea" that grief is a chasm between what we want and what we experience. Grief is the normal, natural and innate response to disappointment and loss. Everyone grieves.
Mourning is expressing and sharing our grief with others. Not everyone feels comfortable, or is encouraged to, speak openly about ~ or mourn ~ the death of a loved one. Mourning is the path to healing.
Mourning is the path to regaining a sense of well-being. Find a way to share your grief with others.


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Pico de Gallo, or Salsa Fresca (Fresh Salsa) – Naturally Gluten-Free
Salsa has been a staple in my kitchen for a long time.
After all, I grew up in South Texas where salsa appears almost everywhere.
My favorite, though, has always been pico de gallo, also called salsa fresca or "fresh salsa."
Categories: 30 Minute Meals - Quick and Easy, Appetizers and Snacks, Casein-free, Corn-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Frugal, Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, Low-Carb, Mexican, Nut-free, Paleo Diet, Refined Sugar-free, Soy-free, Top 8 Allergen-Free, Vegan, Vegetable Dish, Vegetarian, Wheat-free Tags: gluten-free salsa, pico de gallo, pico de gallo recipe