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On Thu, Jun 30, 2011 at 4:44 PM, Boris Zbarsky <email@example.com> wrote: > That's because you're presupposing what people are using HTML editors for, I > think. Undoubtedly. I haven't seen any real-world web use-cases other than WYSIWYG editing. >> (which can't be a huge deal if Chrome hasn't seen issues) > > Have they not? When did they change the behavior from the one seen in > Safari 5? I don't know. They'd have to say. > For one thing because in the context of a wysiwyg HTML editor (think > something like an authoring tool, as opposed to a wysiwyg pretty text editor > that happens to use HTML as its data representation but hides it completely) > it makes no sense to run the scripts as the author authors them. I don't get how this would work. Modifying a script element that's already in the DOM will not cause anything to execute no matter what. Adding a script element to the DOM isn't possible using execCommand(), so authors would have to develop their own function to do it, and presumably someone going to the effort of writing such an editor could figure out to avoid script execution by just adding an empty script element to the DOM and only adding contents to it afterward. On the other hand, if you set designMode to on for an iframe and then navigate the iframe so that the user can edit an arbitrary existing page and maybe save it someplace, probably you don't want the scripts to run. After all, if they modify the DOM, you're going to be saving a different page from the one that was loaded, since you'll have the DOM changed but you'll also have the original scripts still in the DOM, and they'll run again when you load the page. Or maybe the user wrote the page in the first place including some scripts (added using non-execCommand() functionality), saved it someplace, loaded it again, and doesn't want the script to run. But does anyone actually do this in practice? An iframe with designMode has a couple of advantages over contenteditable for the common WYSIWYG "write a blog post without knowing HTML" case: 1) It's more robust against browser bugs. Gecko in particular likes to throw exceptions for contenteditable in all sorts of common cases (like <div contenteditable>foo</div>, select "foo" and do execCommand("indent")). I've also seen bugs where browsers will change elements outside of contenteditable ancestors, evidently going up through the DOM without checking if the element they're looking at is still editable. I know my algorithms currently have lots of bugs like this at the moment. 2) It can more easily be styled separately. So while I grant that the narrow use-case I outlined above would be harder to do if script executed when designMode is on, I'm a bit skeptical about whether it's worth it unless people are actually doing things like that. Prohibiting script execution in designMode is confusing and occasionally inconvenient for relatively little benefit. If we do prohibit script execution in designMode, though, we should at least let the script that sets designMode run to execution, if it was set by the page itself. IE9 has the fairly crazy behavior that if a script sets document.designMode = "on", no further statements in the script execute. Firefox 6.0a2 and Opera 11.50 seem like they run that script to completion, but ignore any further scripts. Chrome 14 dev, of course, just runs all script. > In Gecko's case, whole-document designMode is based on code written to > support the former use case (the old suite's HTML editor, in particular). That's all very well, but for speccing purposes I'm only concerned with use-cases on web pages, not use-cases internal to browsers. The latter can be done in a nonstandard way. In my research of real-world contenteditable/designMode usage so far, which I grant was not especially thorough or systematic, the only thing I've found is "write a WYSIWYG blog post" type stuff, and authors use contenteditable and designMode interchangeably for that purpose. Unnecessary differences should be avoided.Received on Tuesday, 5 July 2011 15:16:33 UTC
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text: "Actions and words Part 1: Does actions really speak louder then words? Lot of people believe it true. If you are one of them, then let me ask you this, which is more powerful? The pen or the sword? The mentally or the physically? How did we get past 200,000 years of hardship and become what we are today?"


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Airbnb focuses on India's growing travel market
Less than a year after it brought on investors to help crack the Chinese market, Airbnb is going after India, Asia's other mega-country with a billion-plus population. Read More
Haptik, an India-based mobile concierge service, raises $11.2M from Times Internet
Haptik, a mobile concierge style service in India, has landed investment from domestic media giant Times Internet. The size of the Series B raise was not disclosed, but TechCrunch understands from a source close to the deal that is $11.2 million. Read More
India's Shuttl Raises $20M To Accelerate Its Smart Shuttle Bus Service
India's transportation app future isn't just about Uber and billion-dollar homegrown rival Ola. That's because Shuttl, an eight-month-old startup that provides air-conditioned minibuses, just raised $20 million from Lightspeed, Sequoia and Times Internet to develop its technology and expand its service. Read More
Uber Takes Strategic Investment From Times Internet To Boost Its Visibility In India
India is Uber's second largest market worldwide behind only the U.S., and the company is today bolstering its position in the Asian country after agreeing to an alliance with media firm Times Internet. One component of that deal is an undisclosed investment from Times Internet. Read More
BoxTV Aims To Be The 'Netflix Of India' And A Bollywood Discovery Platform For Overseas Audiences
BoxTV, Times Internet's online streaming video service, doesn't just want to become the Netflix of India–it also sees itself as an Indian film discovery platform for viewers in other countries. It is now available for all viewers after its limited launch in September. Read More
Indian Streaming Music Platform Gaana's App Rolls Out Across Four Mobile Platforms
Gaana, one of India's top music streaming services, just launched its app, which is now available on four platforms (iOS, Android, BlackBerry and J2ME for Samsung and Nokia feature phones) to take advantage of India's vast but fragmented mobile market. Read More
Times Internet CEO Satyan Gajwani Discusses His Company's New Alliance With Gawker Media
Gawker Media, which already has a presence in eight countries, is expanding its international reach even further. Nick Denton, the founder of the company and blog network, announced yesterday that it has entered a strategic partnership with Times Internet, the digital arm of India's Times Group. Times Internet will manage the Indian versions of Gizmodo and Lifehacker, both of which… Read More


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The new com.sun.am.event.connection.disable.list property in the AMConfig.properties file specifies which event connection can be disabled. Values (case insensitive) can be:
aci - Changes to the aci attribute, with the search using the LDAP filter (aci=*)
sm - Changes in the Access Manager information tree (or service management node), which includes objects with the sunService or sunServiceComponent marker object class. For example, you might create a policy to define access privileges for a protected resource, or you might modify the rules, subjects, conditions, or response providers for an existing policy.
um - Changes in the user directory (or user management node). For example, you might change a user's name or address.
For example, to disable persistent searches for changes to the Access Manager information tree (or service management node):
To specify multiple values, separate each value with a comma.
Persistent searches cause some performance overhead on Directory Server. If you determine that removing some of this performance overhead is absolutely critical in a production environment, you can disable one or more persistent searches using the com.sun.am.event.connection.disable.list property.
However, before disabling a persistent search, you should understand the limitations described above. It is strongly recommended that this property not be changed unless absolutely required. This property was introduced primarily to avoid overhead on Directory Server when multiple 2.1 J2EE agents are used, because each of these agents establishes these persistent searches. The 2.2 J2EE agents no longer establish these persistent searches, so you might not need to use this property.
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High-quality, German-made Quick-Lock luggage sideracks by SW-MOTECH. This unique design allows the racks to be removed from the bike in less than 30 seconds without special tools by opening 3-4 quick-release fasteners on each side.
These black powder-coated steel racks are compatible with luggage cases from GIVI (Monokey system), TraX ALU-BOX, Pelican, Micatech V2, Kappa, Shad, Hepco-Becker, Krauser, and more. Adapter kits are sold separately. Strong enough to withstand adventure-touring off-road abuse, yet completely removable for local cruising or track days. When the racks are removed, only 3-4 small mounting tabs remain visible on either side of the bike. These mounting tabs are almost invisible, preserving the original visual appearance and size of your motorcycle. Required luggage-specific adapter kits are sold separately. In addition, optional key locks (sold separately) are available to lock the racks to the bike, with the key unlocking a pair of special quick-release fasteners which secure the racks on each side. The Quick-Lock racks are made of flat steel which presents the narrowest possible lateral profile. Bolt-on installation -- no cutting or welding of motorcycle frame or bodywork is necessary. Racks are designed to work with original equipment manufacturer components -- fender, exhaust, etc. The SW-MOTECH racks are ideal for the occasional weekend tourer who desires a "stealth" look during the week, as well as the weekday commuter who needs an unencumbered machine for spirited weekend fun. Whatever your needs, the SW-MOTECH racks allow maximum flexibility and convenience.
Installation Notes:
- Turn signal relocation requires reuse of original turn signals and turn signal support washer located inside the original fender. See instructions.
- Not for use with Fender Eliminator Kits.
- Not for use with ABS models.
Doug of the SV1000 Discussion Group wrote:
I got my luggage racks through from SW-Motech. Easy to fit. Three points of contact, as follows:
1. Pillion footrest is temporarily removed to attach the [mounting] bracket. Footpegs go back on [after installation is complete].
2. Sissy Bar is replaced with new tubular black version fom SW-MOTECH.
3. SW-MOTECH bracket is attached to license plate holder. Indicators are moved, and license plate is moved down slightly.
-Different Sissy Bar
-Have to retain ugly rear fender
-Had to drill two new holes in license plate for it to fit.
-I can use hard luggage, keeping all my gear dry.
-Brackets are removable within 1 minute for a clean look when luggage is not required.
Jakob Scwartz of the SV1000 discussion group wrote:
Here is a picture of my SV with the SW-MOTECH (with the sideracks detached).
I used it this summer on my holiday in France. It worked perfect and I really liked the feature that I could just "click" off the rack when we arrived to our destination. The arrows show the mounting points for the sideracks.
Note: Fastening Kits are not required to mount these sideracks to your motorcycle. The Quick-Lock kits are keyed so you can take them on and off and have them locked when they are on your bike. The Hardbolt Kit is used if you don't want to take your sideracks off at all, as they are 'hard bolted' to your bike.
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I will recommend this product, but know that you will need to be mechanically savvy to make the whole package work as expected. (Posted on 1/21/2015)
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I am using the sidecarrier with Givi hard bags. In other brands and older versions of SW- Motech sidecarriers, there are 4 rubber bumpers which keep the bags from rattling against the carriers. These sidecarriers only have 2 rubber bumpers along the top and the bottom of the bags are loose and rattle around on the mounts. (Posted on 11/12/2014)
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"JOURNEY TO THE FIFTH WORLD: COMING FULL CIRCLE IN HEALING AND TRANSFORMATION" by Michele Ama Wehali
Available at Llumina Press, Amazon books (see random pages of book)(the link to Amazon is on the links page), directly from the author, or locally in Santa Fe at the Ark bookstore, Palace of the Governors Shop or Folk Art Museum Bookstore.
The book is also available as "JOURNEY TO THE FIFTH WORLD THROUGH 2012" with a new cover at Amazon books and NOW AVAILABLE AT AMAZON KINDLE.
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"A brilliant translation of New Age, Shamanic and Indigenous Wisdom, Michele Ama Wehali will take the reader on a compelling journey of initiation and healing, through the sacred doorways that will lead you through a profound rite of passage into the Fifth World. This is a deeply enlightening and much needed guidebook for the transformation times on the Earth."Deborah Knighton Tallarico, Publisher-Spiritual Renaissance Publication
Come take a guided journey through a powerful initiation in preparation for the great paradigm shift of 2012 prophesied by many cultures. This literary sojourn will not only assist you in obtaining a deeper understanding of what is being asked at this time for your personal evolution, but will also help you navigate through the changes. New Age, shamanism, psychology and indigenous wisdom, are brought together in a creative synthesis that inspires profound self-reflection and spiritual growth.
We are in the midst of great evolutionary times as we are shifting from one Age to another, nearing the year 2012. Humanity is being required to find answers and solutions from a much more enlightened part of our consciousness. In the Fourth and present World we have been learning from the lessons created from a dualistic and out of balance reality. Learn how the return of the Divine Feminine is of vital importance in assisting us in completing the lessons of the past, to be able to "come full circle" into the more spiritually aligned and non-dualistic "Fifth World".
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I have great respect for Michele's visionary and shamanic healing skills and her unwavering integrity with Native wisdom. Her ability to work with the increasingly powerful energies that are infusing our planet is illuminated in her writing. Michele has bridged the gap between indigenous and present day medicine ways, in a most respectful, loving and impeccable manner.
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Comprehensive and Heartfelt,deeply insightful journey into a greater awareness of the pathway to the Fifth World. I also know Michele as a dedicated and powerful ceremonialist, who is able to transform a group working with the magical energies of Earth and Sky.
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Many thanks to Michele for birthing 'Journey to the Fifth World' at a time when it is needed the most. There were so many gifts that this book and the work with her has afforded me. The gift that offered the most comfort to me was the knowing that the changes, which I am going through, physically and emotionally, are being experienced by many and that I am not alone. The information she has gathered and generously shared in her study with many indigenous people around the world, shed light on that which I sensed but had no language for. Her words helped to bring the teachings of many great souls into my home and heart and transformed the way I live in the world.
I have been fortunate to live in Santa Fe and share both one on one work, as well as a shamanic journey group that she leads, that goes through the 'journey of healing' laid out in the book and have found the work to be life changing. There is no greater warrior to get to the heart of the matter and assist us with the work of clearing the past in order to better bring in a more positive future.
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A clear guide for personal growth. If the reader does not have the opportunity to see Michele in a private, group or workshop session, this book is a transformational process that will create movement and change with every page that you turn. Each line is a living fabric that asks you to go deeper. In my personal transformational journey with Michele, I have experience a sacred place where I have been held and seen for the spiritual being I truly am. She pulls back the veil for us to see the full circle of our lives and the greater world!
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A Hotel Boosted by a Bedtime Story
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Sometimes, a little scandal can be good for business.
Ever since news of then-New York Gov. Eliot L. Spitzer's purported $4,300 tryst broke last month, the Mayflower Hotel -- where his assignation with a call girl supposedly took place -- has been awash with tourists, gawkers and assorted voyeurs all wanting their own piece of the action.
The center of the storm has been the hotel's tiny gift shop, tucked away on the first floor and stocked with merchandise bearing the Mayflower logo and the catchphrase coined by Harry S. Truman: "Washington's Second Best Address." Sales have increased sharply since the Spitzer scandal, resident manager Joseph Cardone said.
There has been a rush on the Mayflower's luxuriously soft white terry-cloth bathrobes, stocked in every guest room (yes, including the infamous 871) and available to take home for $69.99. Mayflower mints were also popular, with one person snatching up two cases. The coffee mugs sold out after another shopper bought several dozen.
Other people have been less scrupulous. A few weeks ago, the sign for Room 871 was stolen from the hotel. Cardone said he doesn't know who took it or even how it was removed. The only sure thing is that it was gone. The numbers have been replaced.
"It's a chance to remember the names in the paper," Cardone said. "The mystique and aura of the hotel have come through."
More middling players are offering Spitzer campaign buttons and copies of newspaper coverage on eBay. One person is hawking an official Spitzer inauguration invitation, but bid activity has been slow. The Web counter lists only 14 visits.
The Mayflower boasts cachet that few other hotels can match. It has long been a stop on the tour bus circuit, but Cardone said he has noticed more people hopping off to nose around. The concierge gives them free postcards, and there are plaques throughout the hotel commemorating notable moments in Mayflower history -- like the time Winston Churchill told a bawdy joke in one of the domed ballrooms that carried across to the women at the other end.
As for Spitzer, history will be left to the souvenir hunters. There are no plans for a plaque, Cardone said.


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NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The driver in a deadly crash Friday night on I-64 has been identified.
Virginia State Police Sergeant Michelle Anaya said 50-year-old Charles Edward Turner, Jr., of Norfolk, died at the scene of the crash.
Anaya said Turner was driving a 2006 Chevy Impala at a high speed when he made a sudden lane change. He struck a 2013 Honda Civic, lost control, hit an embankment and slid into a tree.
The driver of the Civic and two passengers were not injured.
The crash happened just after 10 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 64 near mile marker 282 and the Northampton Boulevard exit. The right lane was shut down for emergency vehicles.


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Miss USA 2010 Rima Fakih Not Dating Paris Hilton's Ex-Boyfriend
Report that Doug and Rima are dating was first run by Us Weekly. The publication claimed that Rima has been seeing Doug for a few weeks and they plan to get together when Rima flies out to L.A. next week.
"They met through friends and have been talking and seeing each other," a source told the publication. "He flew to NYC to do press [for his new show], but knew she would be here and they would get together. She's flying to L.A. to see him next week. It's very new, but they're having a good time. She made him watch the Miss U.S.A. pageant."
"He isn't jumping into anything. He's enjoying everything he's got going on right now," the source moreover explained. Meanwhile, a source close to Rima added, "She's crushing on Doug, but she recently broke up with her on and off again beau."
Following swirling rumor which mentions Rima has been in romantic relationship with the ex-boyfriend of Paris Hilton, a source disclosed to E! News that Rima and Doug have never even met.
The dating story started surfacing likely because Doug has supposedly been talking to another Miss USA, a former one. A source told E! News that the 24-year-old reality TV star has spoken with 2009 Miss USA Kristen Dalton over a possible hosting gigs.
A source claimed that Kristen is the one who first made the call after hearing about Doug through mutual friends. "She said, 'We should meet up the next time I'm in town'," the source said. "She told Doug she's in an on/off relationship. But Doug doesn't care. She's the one who called him."
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Correcting Your Poor Posture for Optimal Health
Are you finding yourself feeling a bit out of sorts? Been a little out of whack? Not quite aligned? Perhaps it's your posture which has you feeling down! Studies show your posture can have a great effect on you and your health.
You've got neck pains, shoulder pains, back pains, along with some less-obvious issues such as depression and just plain looking shabby. There are multiple ways to fix your posture issues, but one of the best is to simply see what may be causing them because good posture is just as important as good oral hygiene.
Stuck in a Chair
If you're an office worker like me, you probably sit in a chair all day. Keeping your back straight while doing so is a lesson in futility. It's nearly impossible by the time the end of the day rolls around. Little by little, you start scooting down until you find your chin is at the same level as your desk. Okay, sure, that's a bit of an exaggeration, but my point still stands.
How do you fix this particular problem? Easy: Don't sit at your desk all day. If possible, get up every other hour or so and take a little walk. Go get a drink of water or use the restroom. Do something to get yourself away from the desk and moving to keep yourself loose and energized.
Poor Standing Style
Another posture issue comes in the form of either having your pelvis in too far or having your backside pushed out a little too far. Either of these is a no-go, the former making your back flat and lacking a natural curve, while the former can leave you leaning forward in what some call a "Donald Duck" posture.
This can be fixed by doing a number of exercises, such as planking or side-lying leg raises. More specific exercises are also available for each issue. Alternatively, a posture-correcting brace could work quite well, much like those found at http://www.perfectpostur.com. These things wrap around your lower back and up over your shoulders, helping to keep everything aligned just right.
The One-Leg Lean
This is something I find myself doing a lot when I need to stand for a long time. If I don't have something I can lean on, my legs are going to have to do all the work for me. I find myself shifting weight from leg to another, over and over again. This isn't good for your posture, at all. Instead of using the good muscles, you're just putting strain on your back and hips, and not even all of it at once. Not cool at all.
The answer to this? Stand up straight, work on that core and suck it up.
Texting and You
We all love to text and use our phones a whole lot of the time. There's more than a fair chance you're reading this on your phone right now. What does that usually mean? Well, think about how you look at your phone and the angle your neck is in. Constantly. This strange stretching of the neck can cause posture problems, not the least of which could be a hunched back.
Lift your chin, stop leaning over to look at your phone, or at the very least do it less, and stretch your neck to keep it from getting too messed up.
Choosing The Best Motorcycle Helmet For Your Rides
Riding a motorcycle is one of the most rewarding things I could possibly do for myself. Unfortunately, it's not always smooth sailing, especially when you dump your bike. Luckily, you should have had or should have a protective helmet to keep your head safe. If you live in a state where helmets are optional, I highly suggest investing one of the best rated motorcycle helmets you can find. If you aren't sure where to start, I'll fill you in.
Types Of Helmets
It's 2017 and the amount of different types of helmets that are on the market is mind blowing. Before you get out on the open road, you'll want to take all of these different types into consideration. Some of them have better benefits than others, but others offer more comfort.
Full Face
A full face helmet is exactly how it sounds-it completely shields your face and head. If you were to drop your bike or get into an accident, the construction of these helmets will save your face from a lot of damage. Unfortunately, they aren't the easiest things to take off of your head becuase of how thight they fit. However, if you aren't a fan of the wind in your face, this would bea great option for you because the shield keeps the noise and wind out.
Half Shell
A half shell helmet, also known as a "brain bucket" protects just the top of your head pretty much. It's just helmet shell that sits on top of your head that's secured with a chin strap. These are nice for those who want just the bare minimum protection. These do not shield your face from wind or noise, but you can invest in some goggles to keep the wind out of your eyes.
Open Face
Open face helmets are just like full face except they don't have the shield on them. They are great for full head protection and may be a little easier to take off. These are a good option for those who want the full protection, but enjoy the wind blowing in their face.
These are just a few of the different types of helmets, but they are the most common.
The features of your helmet are just as important as what type you choose. The helmet weight is a huge factor in how comfortable you are when you ride. The weight of the helmet should be evenly distributed around your head. If the center of gravity is off, ht can feel heavier and put strain on your neck. Modular helmets typically weigh more becuase of all of their components.
Helmet construction is another big consideration. The material that a helmet is made from has an influence on a number of factors such as weight, safety rating, and comfort. Most helmets are made from polycarbonate, fiberglass composite and carbon fiber.
If you want to get really fancy with your gear, you can get a really technologically advanced one. There are helmets that have bluetooth technology, radios, wind reduction measures, and different sunshades.
Clearly, there are a lot of considerations to take before you go out and buy just any helmet. You should definitely take the time to try them on and ensure that it fits well and that it balances well on your head. Nothing is more important than your safety when you are out on the road.
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Prevent Water Damage to Your Mattress
A mattress can be a big investment for people. Good mattresses are not cheap, because you are paying for quality. As well, if you want a bed that specifically helps with conditions such as joint pain or arthritis, this will end up costing even more. So of course, it makes sense to want to keep your new bed protected. Having water damage or any type of stain would be very costly and annoying. It might even require you to replace the whole mattress. One popular method of keeping your bed safe would be to look into a mattress encasement.
What is a Mattress Encasement?
Basically, a mattress topper is just an added layer of bedding that gets placed on top of your mattress. It can be made out from cotton or polyester with a vinyl underside to add that protective layer. People generally purchase bed covers because they are simply more comfortable than just having a mattress in addition to the security in the case of water damage.
How Do Mattress Toppers Prevent Water Damage?
You can certainly invest in a great mattress topper or pad, they'll protect your bed to a certain extent while providing extra comfort. But protectors and encasements are designed to be waterproof. They are a protective cover for the mattress, and prevent water from seeping in. They are made with waterproof or water-resistant backings, which is the key. Toppers are great for preventing pet stains, sweat or spilled drinks from harming your mattress.
If you have a memory foam mattress, this topper is essential for you. Foam mattresses tend to absorb water, and therefore would be extremely difficult to clean afterwards. Due to the lack of water damage, this also means that there is a reduced chance of mold and mildew touching the mattress. The fungus has no opportunity to start growing, as there is no moisture that can penetrate the protector.
How to Select the Best Mattress Protector
After learning about the benefits of mattress protectors, it is likely that you are now considering one for yourself. But how are you supposed to choose the best mattress pad? First, you must narrow down what exactly you are looking for. If you are purchasing the cover for a child, or are extremely worried about spills, it is likely that you will want a waterproof mattress cover. They will completely protect the bed. However, this means that there will be less opportunity for flexibility and breathability. If the topper stops all the moisture, it will also trap more heat. This might become uncomfortable for people who wake up due to changes in temperature. The pros and cons of your options must be weighed thoroughly.
Water damage can be a huge hassle. If your mattress becomes damaged, it will soak up all the moisture and be incredibly difficult to put right. If the damage is too severe, an entirely new mattress may be required. By thinking ahead, you can prevent this damage from even happening. Mattress covers are good 'just in case' methods of preventing water damage to your mattress. They are very affordable options, especially considering how much it would cost to repair water damage.
Tips for Optimizing Your Oral Health
We may not all have perfectly straight teeth, but we can all have a gorgeous, clean and white smile that will help to boost our self-esteem and improve the quality of our dental checkups. When it comes to oral hygiene and issues with plaque, you have a variety of tools at your disposal, from some of the top water flossers on the market to special brushing techniques. The key to obtaining better oral health is by making your dental care a habit. If you're in the habit of only brushing your teeth once a day as opposed to twice, you need to change the way you take care of yourself and make your teeth a priority.
Importance of Good Oral Hygiene
When you take proper care of your teeth, you're less likely to deal with tooth and oral-related problems. For example, adequate care of your teeth reduces the chance of developing gingivitis and eventual gum disease. You'll also deal with fewer cavities, root canals and tooth extractions as a result of tooth decay. There have been several studies that even suggest your oral health is directly linked to your heart health.
Water Flossing Devices
It's important to floss your teeth at least once a day, but how you do it makes a huge difference. Sure, you can use the typical string floss to get your teeth clean, but this may be missing a lot of debris, germs and food that happen to be stuck between your teeth. Water flossing devices use a high pressure stream of water that gently yet effectively whisks away anything from between your enamel. Most devices allow users to lower the pressure of the water to suit a person's sensitivity needs. For people with dental work such as crowns and veneers, water flossing devices help you get your teeth clean without string snagging on your false teeth.
Power Toothbrushes
It's a good idea to invest in a high quality power toothbrush. Power toothbrushes spin at about 100 rotations per second, which means you're getting a superior clean that a manual brush would not be able to give you. While these brushes can be expensive because they are more technologically-advanced than others, they are well worth the price. You should replace the heads on your toothbrush every three months for optimal performance. If you choose to use a manual toothbrush, make sure that you brush your teeth for at least two minutes twice a day using circular and back and forth motions.
Mouthwash and Tongue Cleaners
Once you've flossed and brushed your teeth, you'll want to use a mouthwash to get rid of any germs found in the mouth. Brushing and flossing alone doesn't get rid of the large amount of germs and bacteria found in your mouth, but mouthwash is specifically designed to get your entire mouth clean in a matter of 30 seconds of using it. You'll also want to start using a tongue cleaner or scraper that removes bacteria from your tongue. Flossing, brushing, using a tongue cleaner and swishing with mouthwash for 30 seconds twice a day will enable you to have a beautifully clean mouth.
Routine Dental Checkups
Along with taking care of your teeth and mouth each day, it's important that you make routine visits to your local dental office twice a year. During your checkup, the doctor will take x-rays, give you a cleaning and examination to determine if there is any decay present. When it comes to tooth decay, nothing you can do will make it better. Once you have a cavity, it will only continue to get bigger if you don't get it properly filled at the dental office. By visiting your dentist often, you'll be able to catch smaller problems and fix them before they become more advanced and need additional work. For instance, a cavity that is left to fester will go from needing a small filling to needing a root canal and eventual crown because the integrity of the tooth has been lost.
Consider A Restoration Company in Edmonton For Your water Damaged Home
Water damage is an unfortunate event that can happen at any time. This is the type of event that can either cause just a small issue or a catastrophic one. This can happen if a pipe bursts, drain backs up, there's a lot of rain and your basement is flooding, or your dishwasher goes on the fritz and pours soap and water all over your kitchen. Fortunately, there are ways to save your home and your health if an event like these occur.
Water Damage Professionals
If your home is suffering from damage done by water, it's best that you contact a water damage company in Edmonton. These professionals know that this type of damage is a serious matter and if you don't have the right experience or tools, you can't properly fix the issue. Fortunately for you, when you contact these experts, you will get all of the access you need to years of experience, round the clock service, discounts, free inspections, and a five year guarantee.
How They Work
Once they have entered your home, they will do everything they need to do to get to the root of the problem, even if you can't see it when it comes to your walls, ceilings, and flooring.
First, they find the source of the issue. They will look for staining, dripping, and anything else in the form of a leak.
Second, they'll remove ay drywall that has been damaged by water. This can be a messy process, so they will ensure that your flooring is protected. When they are finished with that stage, they will then clean the area.
Thirdly, they will start the repair process. This can range in difficulty depending on the level of water damage to floors, ceilings, and walls. Their professional staff will work to ensure that you come home to a product that you can be proud of.
Fourth, they will then prime and paint the repairs they made. You will have the option to choose the color of your new walls, which can be super exciting for you and your family.
Fifth and lastly, they will clean up the entire repair area and surrounding area to your satisfaction.
Other Services Offered
Yes, Edmonton Remediation Pro's does offer water damage repairs, but they do also offer other services that you may need.
Mold Remediation
This is something that you may also need if you don't get that water damage taken care of. Mold is a huge issue after water and moisture has entered your home. As many as 70 percent homeowners could be impacted by mold, according to the EPA. It forms quickly and can cause a series of terribly uncomfortable health risks to not only you, but anyone that enters your home. If you aren't sure whether or not you have mold, check these signs:
- Increased feeling of tiredness or coughing
- Presence of yellow, blue, white, black, or green surfaces on any material in your home
- Fresh food spoiling quicker than usual
- Positive test on a dust spore test
- Musty smell
- Presence of moisture
If you have any of these issues, it's best that you contact this reputable company to ensure that it is taken care of before it starts to take a toll on your health and eat away at your home.
Asbestos Removal
During your hunt for mold and moisture, you may come across asbestos, especially if your home was built before 1987. Asbestos has been used for a variety of things for thousands of years, including the preservation of bodies for the afterlife in ancient Egypt. Unfortunately, it can cause a wide range of health problems including asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer.
Unfortunately, it can take years for declining health symptoms to appear and, by then, it's too late. Their company will step in and take action to remove the asbestos from your home through their tried and tested processes.
The Edmonton Remediation Pros are the people you want to contact if you have a water damage issue, mold problem, or you find asbestos in your home. They also deal with smoke and fire damage if you ever have that problem. They are your local remediation experts and will take care of your home with the proper tools and training needed.
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Call A Water Damage Restoration Company In Edmonton For Your Water Damage Issues
Water damage is an issue that can cause you thousands of dollars in home remodeling if it's not taken care of as soon as possible. If there happens to be a slow leak somewhere, the water and moisture buildup can cause mold, which will turn into a bigger issue that you might think. This is why it's important to know the signs and how to deal with it.
The Remediation Experts
If you are experiencing water damage, the best thing you can do for your home and your bank account is to call your local Edmonton restoration company. These mold remediation experts have years of experience when it comes to solving water damage issues. Some of the spots that they check during their inspections are:
- Decks
- Driveways
- Fencings
- Downspouts
- Roofs
- Gutters
- foundations
They will check these areas for the development of harmful bacteria such as mold, fungus, bacteria, and spores.
The staff at this company are IICRC certified and they take all measures possible to correct potentially environmentally hazardous issues while helping you solve your problems. Their testing ensures that you and your loved ones are protected while also preserving the environment.
Looking For Damage
When your home becomes water damaged, the water can get behind walls and it can be tough to see how much damage there really is. If you take a few minutes to look for the warning signs of extensive damage to your walls, ceilings, and floors, you can save yourself a lot of money and time.
Water Stains: Water stains will be found on the ceilings and walls if there is a leak in the roof or the upper level plumbing.
Bubbling, Blistering, Cracking: This is very common is the water is coming from behind the wall. You'll see the wallpaper bubbling and cracking if this is happening.
Wet Floors: If you see wet floors or they're bouncy or tiles are starting to come up, this means that there's probably a leak under the flooring.
Swelling Walls: If walls have begun to swell and buckle, this is a good indication that there's a serious amount of water damage. If your problem has gotten to this stage, it needs your prompt attention and the professionals need to be called asap.
Mold: Mold is a huge issue. This company specifically deals with this type of hazard. The removal of this nasty fungus will prevent further damage to walls, drapery, books, carpets, furniture, and paper documents. Eliminating this also keeps allergic reactions at bay, which could include bronchial irritation and asthma.
How The Professionals Deal With It
One of the biggest mistakes a homeowner can make is letting the water dry and simply painting over it. This seems like a good idea, but it can lead to bigger problems in the future. When you call these professionals, they will come in and do a professional inspection. If it's in your basement, they'll be to your home in 45 minutes within city limits.
Once there, they'll assess the situation and begin the cleanup process. They will inspect for mold, rotting wood, structural damage, and look for leaky pipes. They will then replace whatever is needed without damaging anything around the area. Once they are done, they'll clean up the area and give you a guarantee you peace of mind. They also do commercial cleanups if it's ever needed.
Call The Remediation Experts
These Edmonton professionals are on top of their game when it comes to restoring your home or business to its full potential after a devastating water damage mishap. Don't let small leaks turn into big ones either. Make sure you're checking your plumbing if you notice a lack in water pressure or you hear water dripping. Ignoring the signs isn't worth losing your business or home over once it's too late to fix.
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On Friday, November 7th, the U.S. Senate voted to pass the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, a bill that would outlaw discrimination against LGBT people in the workplace. The vote passed by a wide two-to-one margin, with 64 Senators voting in favor and 32 opposing the bill. Currently, only 21 states have legal protections for their LGBT workers, and advocates have been fighting for legislation at the national level since the bill was first introduced almost two decades ago.
As the bill moves to the House – where Speaker John Boehner recently claimed the legislation has "no basis or need" – here are five things you need to know about ENDA:
1. This is the first time in history a transgender employment non-discrimination bill has passed in the Senate.
An earlier version of the bill made its way through the Senate in 2007, but that version lacked protections for transgender workers. According to Rick Garcia, senior policy advisor for The Civil Rights Agenda, this was due to hesitancy from advocacy groups like the Human Rights Campaign. "They thought it had a better chance of passing if you took gender identity out," says Garcia. In 2007, the Daily Kos referred to the compromised bill as "throwing trans people under the bus."
Chicago House CEO Rev. Stan Sloan argues that transgender people should be the highest priority in non-discrimination legislation. "LGBTQ people generally earn less than their straight counterparts," says Sloan, "but in particular, one in five trans people have been homeless." Statistics from the National Center for Transgender Equality additionally show that 26 percent of trans people have been fired from their job because of their gender identity and 97 percent have been discriminated against.
Rev. Sloan argues that prejudice particularly faces those who have been made "invisible" in the movement, particularly transgender people of color. "We're becoming a more tolerant nation toward diversity, as long as it's the right type of diversity," says Sloan. "We need to be inclusive of the full sum of our rainbow and say that we won't pass this unless all of us get the benefits of it."
2. It wasn't just Senate Democrats who went for ENDA. The bill passed with a bipartisan majority.
Ten Senate Republicans voted in favor of ENDA, including Illinois Senator Mark Kirk, former presidential candidate John McCain and Arizona's Jeff Flake. Flake, who also voted for the bill in 2007, had allegedly been concerned about gender identity language in the bill and only solidified his decision on Thursday. "While I had concerns about expanding protections beyond those House provisions," says Flake, "after consideration, I believe supporting this bill is the right thing to do."
Ian Thompson of the American Civil Liberties Union argues that the bill's bipartisan consensus is indicative of the wide popularity of non-discrimination laws among the general public. According to Thompson, internal polls conducted by Mitt Romney's presidential campaign showed support of over 57 percent in each of the 50 states. It never dipped lower than that, even in Republican strongholds like Texas and Mississippi.
"On issues of LGBT equality, the American public has far surpassed our elected officials," says Thompson. "We're bringing our federal laws up to where the American people already are."
3. Despite Republican support in the Senate, the legislation will face a tough battle in the Boehner-led House.
"Our biggest challenge is opposition from speaker John Boehner and the Republican leadership," says Thompson. "In the House, the leadership gets to determine what comes to the floor for a vote. When the leadership is opposed to something, they can just kill it."
Boehner has claimed that "People are already protected in the workplace." He believes that the legislation would lead to "frivolous lawsuits" for businesses and "cost American jobs, particularly small business jobs."
Dr. Raechel Tiffe, a visiting professor at Merrimack College, says that's "absurd… To say that these lawsuits are unnecessary implies that the rights of LGBT people don't matter." Unfortunately, Tiffe adds, "That's in John Boehner's hands now."
Rick Garcia is similarly pessimistic about ENDA's chances in the House: "Unless [House Democrats] have a miracle up their sleeve, I don't see it happening."
4. Whether or not the bill passes, Obama has the opportunity to make a statement on LGBT discrimination.
Thompson notes that President Obama has the ability to pass "an executive order to prohibit workplace discrimination by federal workplace contractors." Says Thompson, "This would put in place binding LGBT workplace discrimination laws in all 50 states, providing the same protections as those based on race, sex or disability." UCLA's Williams Law institute estimates such a measure would affect over 16 million workers.
"President Obama and his administration have been real champions for LGBT equality," states Thompson. "Taking a step like this is very consistent with other actions that they have taken, and this should be such a no-brainer. This is something that President Obama has previously committed to doing and something he needs to get done."
5. The bill won't pass without public mobilization.
While Garcia believes in the ability of advocates and politicians to further ENDA legislation, he argues that the people will make the difference. "It comes down to the people in the districts who call their legislator, go to their legislator and tell their legislator what's important," says Garcia. "That's how it's going to get done. That's how it's always gotten done."
"It's going to be long and hard, but it doesn't mean we stop trying," says Garcia. "It means we keep pushing along."


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— Being 15 games over .500 and holding a 3 1/2-game lead in the NL West wasn't enough for Giants general manager Brian Sabean.
The architect of San Francisco's stirring run to its first World Series title since 1954, Sabean is once again shaking up his roster.
With infielders Freddy Sanchez and Miguel Tejada on the disabled list, the Giants acquired second baseman Jeff Keppinger from the struggling Houston Astros for two Double-A pitchers on Tuesday.
San Francisco also called up Brandon Belt from Triple-A Fresno to relieve first baseman Aubrey Huff, who has tightness in his lower back.
Sabean hasn't ruled out additional moves, either.
"Without being harsh, this group just isn't getting it done," the GM said before San Francisco hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers. "We need to somehow extend the lineup any way we can, and we think this is an upgrade."
The Giants have had numerous injury problems in their infield this season. Sanchez is out indefinitely with a dislocated right shoulder and Tejada was placed on the disabled list Tuesday with an injury to his lower abdomen. San Francisco signed former Houston second baseman Bill Hall after Sanchez was injured, but Hall is on the DL because of a leg laceration.
Tejada, who has played primarily shortstop and third base, left Monday's 5-0 win against the Dodgers after straining his lower abdomen while trying to field a grounder in the third inning.
"We felt with the injuries we've had up the middle, (Keppinger is) going to give us some strength there, some versatility," Giants manager Bruce Bochy said. "We needed some help there and Brian did a terrific job getting us a really nice player to help out."
The 30-year-old Keppinger arrived in Houston in a March 2009 trade from Cincinnati. He is a career .284 hitter with 30 homers and 200 RBIs with the New York Mets, Kansas City Royals, Reds and Astros since his debut in 2004.
Keppinger, batting .307 with four homers and 20 RBIs in 43 games this season since his return from foot surgery, is looking forward to playing for a team in the playoff hunt. He's expected to bat in the No. 2 spot in San Francisco's order.
"I get to go to a team that's in contention," Keppinger said. "This will be the first time I've ever actually been on a team that's been in first place or even with a winning record. It's definitely exciting and that's what you want when you play this game."
Sanchez, sidelined since June 10, was transferred to the 60-day DL to make roster room for Keppinger.
The trade for Keppinger is reminiscent of the moves Sabean made in 2010 when he signed Pat Burrell to a minor league contract, traded for reliever Javier Lopez and picked up Cody Ross off waivers from the Florida Marlins.
All three played key roles in the Giants' championship run, something Sabean hopes to re-create this year.
Reports continue to circulate that San Francisco will make a run at New York Mets outfielder Carlos Beltran, and Sabean hinted he was working on a "bigger deal" last week before turning his attention to Keppinger.
While trading for a potential free agent such as Beltran would likely cost the Giants one or two of their top prospects in a short-term fix, Sabean didn't rule it out.
"Quite frankly we're very lucky, and we know it, to be 15 games above .500," he said. "There's a lot of baseball left to be played, so it's all going to be a function of how much money we can take on, the fallout prospect-wise and whether ideally we're going to deal with a rental or not."
The last-place Astros received right-handed starter Henry Sosa and right-hander reliever Jason Stoffel from the Giants.
"You don't like to see a guy like Keppinger go," Houston manager Brad Mills said. "He's such a professional hitter. I'm sorry to see him go, but I'm happy for him. It's an exciting time, I think, for the organization. We got a couple good arms, it sounds like — not just looking at their numbers, but the reports on them as well. The two guys we got look to be pretty solid players."
Houston also purchased the contract of infielder Jose Altuve from Double-A Corpus Christi, and Mills said he will get significant playing time at second base.
The 25-year-old Sosa spent time at Triple-A Fresno this season, but is currently at Double-A Richmond. He is a combined 8-3 with a 5.51 ERA in 63 2-3 innings.
Stoffel has 13 saves and a 3.98 ERA in 32 games with Richmond this season. He is 4-6 with 42 saves and a 3.77 ERA in 101 career minor league relief appearances.
Houston general manager Ed Wade said he thinks Sosa could become a part of the Astros' rotation as early as next season.
"I think as we move forward here, if we have an opportunity to add prospect depth to the system, we're going to do that," Wade said. "It's about trying to build quality within to get to a point where we can have that core nucleus be developed from within our own organization. That's a very important aspect of what we're trying to do here."
Wade didn't enjoy trading Keppinger, but felt the move was best for his last-place team.
"We've got some infield depth and it gives us a chance to get Altuve up here and let him get his feet wet at the big league level," Wade said. "At the same time add the pitching depth that we're going to desperately need going forward."
The 21-year-old Altuve has a combined .389 average at Class-A Lancaster and Corpus Christi this season. He has 22 doubles, 10 homers and 59 RBIs with 24 stolen bases. Mills said Altuve will start at second base on Wednesday.
AP freelance writer Michael Wagaman contributed to this report.


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The Montana State Fund announced Friday that it plans to distribute a $12 million dividend among its policyholders.
It's the largest annual dividend issued by the state workers' compensation insurer in the past 15 years it has done so.
The State Fund is a quasi-public state agency that insures over 26,000 employers in Montana. It's the biggest provider of workers' compensation insurance in the state.
Around 23,000 of those employers are eligible for a share of the money. They will receive an average of $578, though the money is divided according to each policyholder's yearly claims and premium.
Mary Boyle, communications specialist, said the State Fund uses the dividend as another way to incentivize safe workplaces. This year's dividend amounts to just over 7 percent of the total revenue from premiums, she said.
"It gives us pleasure to financially reward our policyholders who have invested time, money and efforts to create a safer workplace for their employees," said Laurence Hubbard, the fund's president and CEO, in a news release.
Boyle said the large dividend shows that the workers' compensation fund is financially viable.
"It's not a sure thing every year," she said.
A portion of the premiums collected is put into a surplus account, she said, in case that year's claims are higher than anticipated. The dividend is issued from the same account, so when claims are low, policyholders get more returned.
Since 1999 the fund has issued a dividend each year, $86 million in total.
"We've been able to manage these claims effectively, and at the same time our policyholders have been able to manage this effectively," she said.
Last year's dividend was also one of the state fund's highest at $10 million. Premiums have also dropped over the past few years.
"We have been pushing safety," Boyle said. "We want to keep Montana's workers safe."
In addition to the dividend, the State Fund hosts free employer safety workshops every quarter and oversees a "WorkSafe Champions" program, a yearlong, intensive safety curriculum for interested policyholders.
To be eligible for this year's dividend, employers must have been a policyholder from July 1, 2010, through June 30, 2011.
Recipients are currently being notified and payments will begin in January, according to the release.


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Editorial: Vigilance in the ports-A A +A
Sunday, March 23, 2014
IT'S an international syndicate, very little can be done to stop them. But if in every port of the city, authorities can give their commitment to find substantial amount of cocaine hidden among the millions of container vans that arrive here, then at least we can say, Davao City is doing its part in the international war against illegal drugs.
This is not the first time. A similar loot was discovered in 2010, where several cargo shipping line executives and employees were sued after the cocaine was found.
Saturday night, Davao City Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte while on his way to an appointment had to call in late because he had to go to the Sumifru Pier to check on the suspected cocaine bricks found inside a refrigerated container van about to be loaded with bananas for export.
"Kung dili ko muadto basin mawala (If I will not go, the contraband might disappear)," was his cryptic message.
Trafficking illegal drugs through maritime routes, most of the time using container vans, is a global concern such that it merits a substantial discussion in the UN Office on Drugs and Crimes World Drug Report 2013.
The maritime route is turning out to be the major means by which illegal drugs are shipped all over the world, the report noted.
"While cases involving maritime trafficking are the least common among cases involving the three modes of transportation of road and rail, maritime and air, the frequency distribution of seizure cases by weight of seizure reveals that a maritime seizure is consistently the most likely to be a large seizure (from10 kg onwards)," the report reads.
"When individual drug seizure cases (of all drug types) reported to UNODC are broken down into the three different modes of transportation mentioned above, cases of maritime trafficking constitute only 11 per cent of cases in spite of the fact that they consistently account for a significant proportion of the quantity seized. Indeed, at approximately 330 kg, the average quantity seized in a single maritime seizure is by far the highest among the three modes of transportation. Seized drugs trafficked by air account for more than a third of cases, but for the smallest average quantity per case," the report continued.
The European Police Office (Europol) even had the Conference on Cocaine Trafficking via Container Vans held just last December 2013. Europol is the European Union's law enforcement agency that handles criminal intelligence.
The problem is recognized, the problem is big.
Out there in the northern part of the city are millions of container vans stacked on top of the other. You can just imagine how difficult it is to crack down on such an international syndicate. But the little our law enforcers can do is already a big help. We just pray that our law enforcers see the nobility in their contributions to law and order and not be enticed by the multi-million pesos, even multi-billion pesos, promises of this most dangerous trade.
Published in the Sun.Star Davao newspaper on March 24, 2014.
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Country distribution from AmphibiaWeb's database: Cameroon
Range Description
This species is known only from two general areas in south-western Cameroon: Apouh and Koupongo, near Edéa, in southern Cameroon (these two localities are 50km apart, and are separated by the Sanaga River). Records from the northern part of Korup National Park, east to Nguti, and north to Mount Nta Ali (Lawson 1993) are based on misidentifications and refer to Astylosternus diadematus (J.L. Amiet pers. comm.).
Habitat and Ecology
It lives in and near flowing water in lowland forest, and can survive in tall, secondary forest. It breeds in small streams and in marshy depressions with very small, superficial streams.
It appears to be a rare species occurring at low densities in the southern parts of its range.
Population Trend
Major Threats
The major threat to the species is habitat loss and degradation.
Conservation Actions
It might occur in the Douala-Edea Forest Reserve and Lac Ossa Wildlife Reserve. The remaining forest habitat in south-western Cameroon is urgently in need of improved protection.
Red List Status
Endangered (EN)
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For many families the big Christmas gift to their families will be a trip to Disney. We're giving a Disney Cruise for Christmas this year. Shhh! Don't tell! Some parents, though, have visions of a surprise vacation dancing in their heads. I think most of us have seen the somewhat hysterical yet hard-to-watch YouTube of the kids who would rather go to Dick's house and even start crying (and not tears of magical joy) when their parents drop the pixie dust bomb. Of course, sometimes it goes fantastically right and is the stuff dreams are made of. Read on to find out if a surprise trip is the right choice for your crew.
Let the kids in on the secret if…
1. They don't do well with change.
Some children thrive on routine and popping a trip, even to the Happiest Place on Earth, at the last minute may go over like a lead balloon. You can still have a little fun with a reveal, but do it with plenty of time until takeoff.
2. They have outside obligations.
This would apply mostly to older kids who may be involved in music, sports, etc. They may have to clear rehearsal and practice absences in advance. While parents may be keeping track of this kind of information, too, there's the chance that your high school senior doesn't want to miss her last student council meeting or would rather not skip rehearsals for his senior recital.
Get Planning Wise: Most school districts put out a calendar at least a year in advance. Take a look at it before planning a trip, surprise or not, and decide if it's worth it to schedule during the school year or if it's easier to wait for a vacation period.
3. You'll be disappointed with a lukewarm reaction.
Sometimes it takes the kids a little while to warm up to the idea. While we've done a fun reveal several times, we've done one true "We're leaving TOMORROW!" surprise. It took the kids about five minutes for it to really sink in that it was actually going to happen since we'd made plans to play video games for the next 24 hours in celebration of the last day of school. Once they got it, they were pumped. If I were hooked on streaming tears of joy, jumping up and down and telling me I was the best ever, I probably would've been bummed out. On the contrary, I really liked the fact that they were in disbelief for a while because we're annual Disney trippers, and I thought they'd have figured it out already.
But, for Pete's sake, don't tell your kids they're going to Dick's house. They'll never forgive you for changing the plans. 😉
By the way, here's the not so adorable video of the kids who'd rather go to Dick's house than Disney World . . .
Full speed ahead with the surprise if…
1. It's something for which they've been pining for.
If the kids have been asking to hit Disney World since they saw their first "too excited to sleep!" commercial, chances are they'll be pretty excited when you spring it on them. You can even expose them to a little more Disney prior to the trip to get them primed for a fun reaction.
2. They know what the Disney Parks are.
Unless they've been to the parks before, chances are they might have no idea what you're talking about when you squeal "We're going to Disneyland!!" On my mouseketeers' first Disney World romp, they were two and five. I told the toddler that we were going to Disney World. He looked at me with excited eyes, asked when and then went back to his coloring. He knew Disney was good, but he had no idea what was in store. My niece, on the other hand, knew exactly what it was and was beyond thrilled!
3. They're Disney veterans.
This may seem a little counter-intuitive. Why would a kid who has been to Disney several times enjoy the surprise? That's precisely why! He knows what to expect, you know it's a favorite spot and there's not a major need for research and input when the family knows the parks already. My little guy, now eight, is a Disney pro, so it's a lot of fun to mix things up and add surprises here and there (on our last trip, we surprised him and his best friend when she showed up at the airport) to keep him on his toes.
Get Planning Wise: If your kiddo is used to regular Disney trips, it's easy to ask her input on where she'd like to eat on the next trip, or which hotel he'd like to try next time. They don't have to know when next time is just yet.
Have you done or would you consider a surprise trip? If so, how did it go?


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Every time I take a trip to Vietnam–averaging every couple of years since the mid-1990s–I'm asked what it is about Vietnam that draws me back again & again. It's a reasonable question & one to which I have a set answer, but it's an answer that doesn't fully satisfy me. I usually say that, given my age, I have an inescapable historical connection to Vietnam. But that doesn't explain, really, why I'm sitting in Logan International waiting for a 1:30 a.m. flight to Hong Kong, jumping then to Hanoi. And it doesn't explain why I've now made twelve (I think) extended trips to Vietnam since 1996, including a Fulbright year in 2000 – 2001. It must be love.
I feel comfortable in Vietnam, especially Hanoi, which is less frenetic & less Westernized than HCMC. It's not as if Hanoi is like home–I don't feel "at home"–but I am attracted to the particular kinds of difference I experience there. And it certainly is different–the interpersonal expectations can take some getting used to. Social life is based on relationships of hierarchy, but also of trust, however paradoxical that may seem. Then there is that long sweep of history that gives weight to both social interactions and the arts, though much of this historical weight is being eroded by the forces of globalization.
Why Vietnam? What is it about going far from home that feels so lively & rewarding? Over the next few weeks I'm going to keep coming back to these questions, though I know in advance that whatever sort of answer(s) I come up with will be protean, shifting, unstable.


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Google has sent out emails today letting users of the defunct Google Video service that their videos will soon be gone as the company finally completely shuts down the hosting service.
The search giant asks everyone to move their content over to YouTube, which is also owned by Google.
If you do have content, you may want to go get it quickly as the service shuts down on May 13th.
Copy of the email (via USAT)
If you do have content, you may want to go get it quickly as the service shuts down on May 13th.
Copy of the email (via USAT)
Dear Google Video User,
Later this month, hosted video content on Google Video will no longer be available for playback. Google Video stopped taking uploads in May 2009 and now we're removing the remaining hosted content. We've always maintained that the strength of Google Video is its ability to let people search videos from across the web, regardless of where those videos are hosted. And this move will enable us to focus on developing these technologies further to the benefit of searchers worldwide.
On April 29, 2011, videos that have been uploaded to Google Video will no longer be available for playback. We've added a Download button to the video status page, so you can download any video content you want to save. If you don't want to download your content, you don't need to do anything. (The Download feature will be disabled after May 13, 2011.)
We encourage you to move to your content to YouTube if you haven't done so already. YouTube offers many video hosting options including the ability to share your videos privately or in an unlisted manner. To learn more go here.
Here's how to download your videos:
Go to the Video Status page.To download a video to your computer, click the Download Video link located on the right side of each of your videos in the Actions column.
Once a video has been downloaded, "Already Downloaded" will appear next to the Download Video link.
If you have many videos on Google Video, you may need to use the paging controls located on the bottom right of the page to access them all.
Please note: This download option will be available through May 13, 2011.
Thank you for being a Google Video user.
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I am unreasonably afraid of running out of gas in the car. I think it is because I learned to drive in Northern Wisconsin, where running out of gas in the middle of winter could be a fatal mistake. Driving instructors told tales of fools who carelessly ventured out on old logging roads without enough gas and were never seen again.
"Freak snowstorms as early as October or as late as May are not too remote a possibility," my instructors would ominously warn. Taking their tales to heart, I developed the cautious habit of filling up my tank whenever it was down to around one-fourth full.
My habit served me well for over 20 years, but then gas prices skyrocketed, and it became too expensive to fill the family van past one-fourth full. Although I knew it was a necessary financial measure, driving on a nearly empty tank all the time really stressed me out. I felt foolish and unprepared for the possibility of getting lost, being late, or running into that freak snowstorm. Last September, I began to get really nervous about driving our oldest kids to and from their high school about 30 miles away from home.
There are parallels with the spiritual aspects of life. Am I usually tanked up on faith or always running on empty? When a crisis comes up, do I have enough spiritual reserve to get through? Am I as aware of my faith gauge as I am of my gas gauge? In truth, I have witnessed far more terrifying spiritual storms than hazardous snow storms since getting my driver's license. Storms like unforgiveness demolishing relationships, materialism siphoning off family finances, and disregard for Church teaching exploding into divorce.
I can think of many good ways to stay tanked up on faith, but I'd like to focus on one. That way would be to take the Third Commandment seriously by really celebrating the Sabbath. First and foremost, this would mean getting to Mass every week, but just getting to Mass would be like getting just a quarter a tank of gas.
You see, keeping holy the Sabbath means more than just getting my sacraments and winning the race out of the church parking lot. A Sabbath is a "recurring period of rest and worship" based on God's resting on the seventh day after creating the world. To get spiritually tanked up, we need to stop spinning our work-a-day wheels, to physically rest, and to refresh our relationship with God and family once a week. It's God's plan for keeping our spiritual fuel gauges pegged on full, and Jewish and Christian cultures have lived and prospered by it for thousands of years.
Sadly, our post-modern culture seems to enjoy doing anything but observing God's plans, so the cost of really keeping holy the Sabbath is getting pretty high. The cost sometimes includes not being able to participate in sports, jobs, or other events that regularly take place on Sunday. Tough choices. I must tell you, however, that, time and time again, when our family has made even the smallest effort to become more of a Sabbath people, God has provided for the extra time and money we've needed during the other six days of the week. Which reminds me of how God provided for me in my anxiety about driving around on a nearly empty tank of gas.
Come last September, I discovered that gas prices over by the kids' high school were as much as $.34 per gallon cheaper than near our home! Now, by waiting to fill up near the kids' school, I can almost pay for the drive over, and I don't have to drive around on empty quite as often. Most of all, the situation is a tangible reminder of my need to stay fueled up on faith in order to better weather life's storms and that God will bless my efforts to get fueled up by keeping the Sabbath.


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Michael Somare, Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister, affectionately known as 'the Chief', showed in 1985 that he remains the master of his country's politics. Challenged to a vote of confidence in parliament, he won an apparently convincing victory by 68 votes to 19. But this success masks many problems, and it was only through skillful juggling and some awkward compromises that the Prime Minister achieved his victory. In reality, he presides uneasily over the country he took to independence 10 years ago.
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In July 2013 Reuters reported that Papua New Guinea had reinstated the death penalty and repealed controversial sorcery laws after a number of cases of so-called 'witch' killings and rape. Capital punishment was also to be introduced for some corruption cases and possibly even for cultivating marijuana. Parliament had voted to extend the death penalty laws, unused since 1954, to make murder, rape and robbery punishable by measures ranging from hanging to a firing squad, as well as 'medical death by deprivation of oxygen'. Papua New Guinea had come under criticism from the United Nations following a large number of violent sorcery-related crimes, including murders and beheadings. In February 2013 a 20-year-old mother was accused of witchcraft, then stripped and burned alive in the Mount Hagen region. Amnesty International condemned the new laws as 'horrific and repressive'. The government also proposed to apply the death penalty to producers of home-brewed alcohol.
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Head of government: Prime Minister Peter O'Neill (PNC) (from 2011; re-elected 3 Aug 2012)
Ruling party: Coalition led by the People's National Congress (PNC) (from 3 Aug 2012)
Area: 462,840 square km
Population: 7.53 million (2014)*
Capital: Port Moresby
Official language: English, Tok Pisin, Motu
Currency: Kina (K) = 100 toea
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Preity Zinta's fascination with 'true stories'
Preity Zinta seems to have come up with an interesting method to gulp down all historical facts, and that's through watching "true stories" on screen
History lessons are often synonymous with being boring, stretched and dull. But actress-producer Preity Zinta seems to have come up with an interesting method to gulp down all the facts, and that's through watching "true stories" on screen.
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"I love 2watch true stories. It's like a history lesson. Sadly these people changed the course of history but still struggled personally," the actress tweeted.
The actress, who was last seen in the 2014 release "Happy Ending", also heaped praise on Hollywood movie "American Sniper", which is based on the biography of American army sniper Chris Kyle.
"Loved how 'American Sniper' showed the personal side of war and how it affects people emotionally...Eventually there are NO winners in war," she further posted.
Starring Bradley Cooper, the film encapsulates the internal as well as external turmoil of Chris, starting from his childhood right through his marriage and short career span that lasted only four trips to the strife-torn zone in Iraq.


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Benicio Del Toro is a haunted nobleman who returns to his family estate when his brother goes missing under suspicious circumstances. Hopkins plays his estranged father, Blunt is his brother's fiancée, and Weaving is a Scotland Yard Inspector investigating the suspicious events.
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Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme hosted by The Broke and the Bookish. This week's topic is Top Ten Most Anticipated Releases for the First Half of 2016.
1. Morning Star by Pierce Brown – Darrow is one of my all-time favorite characters, a true epic hero. I'm both anxious and excited to see what awaits him in the conclusion to the Red Rising trilogy.
2. The Raven King by Maggie Stiefvater – The release date for this one kept getting pushed back, but in April we will FINALLY get the book, the fateful Blue/Gansey kiss, and hopefully some Pynch action, too.
3. Scardust by Suzanne van Rooyen – I will read anything this woman writes, especially when the synopsis includes sentences like this one: "Raleigh becomes inexplicably entangled with a guy who is everything he needs—everything good that Raleigh is not—but might not even be human."
4. The Crown's Game by Evelyn Skye – The clever cover was enough to get me excited for this book, but as soon as I read the words "perfect for fans of…Megan Whalen Turner" I knew for sure this book was for me.
5. Places No One Knows by Brenna Yovanoff – Brenna, you had me at "A high-achieving girl falls for the most imperfect boy in school through a series of mysterious dreams."
6. The Imposter Queen by Sarah Fine – A book with an LGBT love triangle? And magic? Written by Sarah Fine? Sign me up!
7. The Winner's Kiss by Marie Rutkoski – After the cliffhanger of The Winner's Crime, I'm dying to find out how this trilogy ends.
8. Titans by Victoria Scott – This book gives me a kind of Scorpio Races vibe, but with mechanical horses instead of deadly ones from the sea.
9. Beyond the Red by Ava Jae – Alien queen + half-human bodyguard + forbidden love = Happy Angela
10. Blackhearts by Nicole Castroman – Pirates!!!! And not just any pirates, but a young Edward "Teach" Drummond, who became the infamous Blackbeard! Must. Have. Now.