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First came Cancer Research UK's report telling us that 40 per cent of all cancers are due to the lifestyle choices we all make. This was reported - correctly - as a ticking time bomb for the NHS, and while it hasn't really added anything to the body of knowledge on the subject, it did come as a timely reminder that lack of exercise and poor dietary choices have more downsides than just the thickening waistlines visible on every high street.
The second report was Sport England's 'Active People' survey which, although suggesting physical activity is slightly up, did not provide evidence that the Government and its agencies are in any danger of delivering the participation legacy promised to the world in 2005 - added to that, other than the figures for athletics, none of Active People's reported figures have undergone independent scrutiny and those for athletics have been shown to be wildly over-exaggerated - the picture is likely far worse.
In July last year Minister for Sport and the Olympics Hugh Robertson insisted a national strategy for the development of sport was in place. Following the announcement of the latest Active People figures he told Sky News that a strategy would be in place early next year. The apparent contradiction needs explanation and, further demonstrating poor understanding of strategy, neither has anyone in Government yet explained how scrapping New Labour's targets for participation but not replacing them gives any strategy - current, future or imagined - meaningful measures?
If the Department for Culture, Media and Sport is failing in its duty to honour the sporting participation legacy - and in providing any strategy at all for the development of sport - it should realise that has impact far beyond the world of sport and what Cancer Research UK's report reminds them is that a healthier nation will require far less intervention from an NHS facing obesity and cancer - and other - time bombs in the future.
I pick on the DCMS but in general, strategy emanating from all Government departments, where it exists, continues to be poor. And where it shows any degree of integrated thinking is limited to the horizontally integrated only. There is no evidence whatsoever of any of the vertically integrated strategy demanded to link - for example - the needs identified by Cancer Research UK's research and the promises made for physical participation when securing the 2012 Olympic Games.
In tough economic times it should also not be overlooked that ensuring strategy is well-integrated vertically doesn't only help to recognise broader - but related - issues and increase the likelihood of strategy being successful; vertically integrating strategy always offers far greater value and economy.
Jim Cowan is a former athlete, coach, event organiser and sports development specialist who is the founder of Cowan Global, a company specialising in consultancy, events and education and training. For more details click here.


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Elmet and Rothwell Green Party holds monthly meetings for members, guests and anyone who wants to hear more about us. They are held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Each meeting will have a fixed period of time where committee and party business will be discussed. Dependent on the nature of this business, the number of points to be discussed and the number of new guests present this may be held with party members present only.
There is plenty to get involved with – be it campaigning, delivering leaflets, organising stalls or perhaps even standing for election. Come down and join us socially for a couple of hours and see how you can get involved. The meeting session lasts for two hours, just in time for the pub quiz – which is held on the same evening.
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The need for endless learning is difficult, sometimes profoundly painful.But it is better than napping through life.John Gardner
For the final sermon of the year...and as we stand on the brink of a brand new year, I have been reflecting on the theme of "being awakened" and living in the light. The ideas running around in my mind (okay, right now, they are more like drifting around in my mind) have to do with the sleepiness and drowsiness of our age. Lethargy and sluggishness are common.
Bright luminaries full of wisdom, passionate fiery commitment and stirring engagements with the things that matter most - when we find it (or her or him) it seems the exception.
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Synaptic is a graphical front-end to apt, the package management system in Ubuntu, Debian and elementary OS.
You can install, remove, configure, or upgrade software packages, browse, sort and search the list of available software packages, manage repositories, or upgrade the whole system.
It's my favorite application for package management.
To install open a Terminal and type :
sudo apt-get install synaptic
Unfortunately it looks a bit ugly :
There is however an easy fix :
Right click Files in Plank and choose New Window As Administrator.
Navigate to /usr/share/themes and copy the folder elementary.
Then go to /root and create new folder .themes ( mind the dot ! ).
Paste the folder elementary inside the folder .themes.
Now we need to edit the file gtk-widgets.css in /root/.themes/elementary/gtk-3.0.
Search for Toolbars in Scratch and add GtkHandleBox, like so :
Restart Synaptic Package Manager....
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Can we manually make shortcuts to switch between keyboard layouts ?
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I asked other GTK CSS related questions there, and also found some, not all, the answers.
Feel free to use that. It's possible to enhanse contrast in Files, probably also Slingshot (that I didn't find an answer to), and to do semi transparent theming.
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From your initial consultation, Dr. Truong will listen to you closely to determine your expectations and the result you are looking to achieve. Most people opt for mastopexy (breast lift surgery) in order to elevate the breast after sagging due to pregnancy, nursing, or aging. Often an implant is placed at the same time in order to restore fullness to the breast. Realigning the nipples/areolas and reducing the size of the nipples (if needed) is also covered under the breast lift procedure.
Dr. Truong uses special techniques to reduce scarring and make your result look as natural as possible. In most cases, he can perform the breast lift procedure while placing implants (called augmentation mastopexy) as a one-stage procedure to minimize anesthesia and down-time. Because of his vast experience, attention to detail, and the amount of personal attention he gives each patient, he is uniquely able to meet and, at times, exceed the expectations of his patients.
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Expertise & Artistry
Dr. Truong was voted one of America's top cosmetic surgeons by the Consumer's Research Counsel of America. He is an ABMS board-certified surgeon with a wealth of experience in trauma, intra-abdominal, extra-abdominal, cutaneous, breast, and facial surgery. Having completed two separate fellowships in Burn Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, and a year-long apprenticeship in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, he is Fellowship-trained in the art of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Truong is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.
Dr. Truong has done hundreds breast lift procedures with excellent results and no major complications. Learn More About Dr. Truong Here.
Rave Reviews
To have as many glowing reviews as Dr. Truong is rare among cosmetic surgeons. It is a testament to the great amount of care he takes with each patient, and his ability to deliver the desired outcome. You can read a few of his many Breast Lift Reviews below or read a compilation of reviews here.
Dr. Truong is known as the "breast & body specialist" because he is who you go to when you want the best. His former patients include numerous nurses, operating room technicians, as well as physicians and their spouses.
According to Dr. Truong, "Movie stars and high profile patients don't impress me. I really feel honored when a colleague or nurse who has seen me in the operating room asks me to do their procedure because I know they have compared me to other surgeons they've worked with first-hand. It's the greatest compliment a surgeon can receive!"
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Breast Lift Reviews
100% positive from all patients on Vitals.com
Dr. Truong Changed My World!
Oct 2013 I went to Dr Truong for a tummy tuck, got 2 other opinions and felt Dr Truong was the right Doctor and office. I had (more than 20 years ago) several stomach surgeries and was left with an "Apron" on one side, add to weight gain and it was positively unseemly. Dr Truong did my Surgery in June 2013. I can tuck in my blouse!! The change in looking in the mirror is awesome - I am very happy with my decision and the outcome. The staff and the Doctor are really wonderful - I had poor Suzie on my speed dial and she was the epitome of kindness and courtesy. If you are thinking of surgery - go see DR TRUONG!!Berneice
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Dr. Truong and his staff are the best!!!
I would like to say "THANK YOU", to Dr. Truong and his wonderful staff. Thinking about having surgery can be an overwhelming decision. You can go through so many different emotions. After finding Dr. Truong, my husband and I knew we had found the perfect match for what I wanted in my surgeon. Dr. Truong has the best "bedside manner ". From the moment I met him he was patient and took the time to address all my questions and concerns. The entire staff makes you feel so comfortable, like you're family. He is an amazing surgeon. I had a mommy makeover ( BA and TT) and I am amazed with my results. I wanted to look better after having 3 wonderful boys, but I didn't want to look like a had "something done". I look so natural, that people that have known me for so time couldn't figure out what was different. They just thought I looked really good. Which is a wonderful compliment! I look my pictures of my body before my procedure, and I can't believe the difference. I can honestly say the having Dr. Truong as my surgeon is the best choice that I made. He truly is a surgeon who cares about his patients.R. Suarez
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Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck
Dr. Truong is the most caring and amazing surgeon there is. His work is done in a very professional manner and to the finest detail possible. I would highly reccomend him to anyone that is looking to have any work done. He performed a tummy tuck and breast augmentation on me-and lets just say that the results were beyond my expectations. I cant say enough about how great of a surgeon he is.Reviewer
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I would highly recommend Dr. Truong and staff. I went to his office for a breast augmentation consultation and knew right away he was the doctor for me. He was honest, understanding and most of all, he listened to me. I booked my surgery and was excited to finally look and feel my best. The morning of my surgery was finally here! My Husband took me to the surgery center and the staff prepared me for the O.R. Dr. Truong came in and talked to me a bit, then walked me into the operating room. I woke up feeling groggy, but I had full breasts! I was in recovery for an hour or so when Dr. Truong came to see me. I was released and went home straight to bed. By the next evening I was at the mall! I didn't need my pain meds anymore either! I am very satisfied with my results. I honestly can say that I would do it all over again. It was a very easy procedure for me even being I have never even had a tooth pulled. I have had a few checkups with Dr. Truong and everything is going well. I will definitely be going back to him in the future.Reviewer
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Before meeting with Dr. Truong I had been dealing with years of unhappiness with the work done by a previous doctor. I had met with several plastic surgeons in Tampa Bay area and felt most confident with Dr. Truong and his ability to correct my breast. Dr. Truong had me at ease after explaining to me what his vision was for my final outcome. I did a lot of research on Dr. Truong and have also known others he has worked on and have heard nothing but great things. After a fairly easy recovery I was amazed at the results I saw when the bandage came off!!!It was better than I even imagined!!! Dr. Truong had his work cut out for him and he more than delivered!!! Ive never been so happy with my body! Even weeks after my procedure his follow-up and sincerity that he gives to each of his clients is more than anyone could ask for. The staff at Tampa Bay Surgical Arts is so friendly and helpful. They make me feel right at home! Thank you Dr. Truong and the wonderful staff at Tampa Bay Surgical Arts!!!Reviewer
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My Miracle
I must say Thank You!!!!! Dr. Truong and his Nurses!!! From the first day I walked into the office, Dr Truong and Staff made me feel at home! They are friendly, warm and they have the right words of comfort to make you feel comfortable with the Doctor. I had a complex with my chest, after 20 years of marriage still kept myself covered because I disliked my flat chest. I have wanted to have a breast augmentation since I was 18, Now at 43: I am so happy that I waited and Chose Dr. truang. He knows what he is doing!!!! I wanted to go to what I thought was the right size for my frame Yet he stated, that I could pull off a larger size. Glade I LISTENED. I went to a 400cc and it Looks So Natural. His front staff and Head Nurse Susan made me feel like FAMILY. I received a call the day of surgery, the next day and followed up day five and The Office front staff treated me like a person and even more so Family. I had such a great experience that I Bragg about the entire office as well as his work!! I truly recommend Dr Truong because he did such a wonderful job, and my Husband whom was not too convinced, Loves My New Twins as he Is Very Happy with the Results. Thank you Tampa bay Surgical Arts, Thank YOU Dr TRUONG!!!!!!!!Karen D.
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Real Self Reviews
100% positive reviews from RealSelf.com
I'm 29 Years Old, Mother of Three.
I knew before I was even 18 I wanted a breast augmentation. Had always had small breasts and held an insecurity about them. After having two children they became even more "deflated". As much as I wanted a breast augmentation, I was terrified of the procedure. I have severe anxiety and panic attacks and the thought of being put under Scared me. I spoke with several plastic surgeons in the TampaSunnydayz423
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Rewarding Myself for Hard Work
At 26 years old, I had a Breast Augmentation with Mentor Memory Gel Silicone implants. I had 400cc / 425cc, and went from a small A to a small D. The results were amazing, and more than I could have wanted.
At 27, I had Liposuction to my abdomen and thighs. I was obese throughout my teenage years, and after losing almost 100 pounds, I had just a few problem areas that needed help. There was minimal pain and bruising, and I was again amazed at the results.
I consulted Dr. Truong for a Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck procedure after consulting with other physicians in my local area of Sarasota, and not feeling confident with having them perform the surgeries. Dr. Truong was very informative about both procedures, and actually explained that if I was to have a tummy tuck at 26 years old, the results may be destroyed if I were to have children later in life, and I was better off to have liposuction to the area of concern. None of the other physicians I had consulted with had mentioned that, and I was grateful that Dr. Truong was honest about it instead of just taking my money. I couldn't be happier with the results of both surgeries! Dr. Truong was very caring throughout the recovery process, and I would recommend him to anyone looking to have a cosmetic procedure. He was worth the drive from Sarasota, and I will be returning for any future needs.kziemba83
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Breast Lift with Augmentation
My surgery went very smoothly. I had limited pain afterwards. I didn't even have to take any of the pain medication that was prescribed. So far, the incisions are healing nicely. Great experience overall. Everyone at Dr. Truong's office and everyone at the surgical facility has been pleasant to work with.
Doctor Truong is very easy to talk to and deal with. Everyone of his office staff is amazing!blackbw1
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23 Years Old, Student
I had small breasts. My motivation for the surgery was solely to attain larger breasts. My recovery has gone smoothly and I'm very pleased with my results. I am two weeks post op and pain free, for the most part. Aside from some nerve pain, I have full range of motion in my arms. My incision scars are very thin and almost invisible!
Dr. Truong was very professional and truly catered to my desires and preferred outcomes for my breast augmentation. His staff is also very friendly and helpful. I've had a wonderful overall experience.CSolimeno
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It Was About Time I Did Something for Myself
Dr troung was very professional, considerate, educated and talented. I was very nervous on my first visit. Doctor and his staff made me feel at ease with their top notch excellence. He explained everything in terms I could understand and I knew what to expect. Surgery and recovery went well, august will be my one year check up. I am so glad that I had the surgery and I am very happy with the results. Thank you Dr troung and staff!jdykes
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Life Changing
I had abdominolplasty on Nov.14,2013 performed by Plastic Surgeon Dr. Anh-Tuan Truong... a gifted surgeon. I am 16 days post with very little discomfort and back to work and the scaring is healing so fast. His staff is very polite and sincere. Aftercare was GREAT. I am glad to have been his patient for this life changing surgery.FallsFree
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Mastopexy (Breast Lift) Chicago, IL
Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics offers Breast Lifts to patients in Chicago and the surrounding locations.
Your busts are vulnerable to a variety of influences. Maternity, nursing and gravity all take their toll on your bust line. Maturing can be the biggest perpetrator, draining your skin of flexibility and causing your busts to lose their shape and firmness. For clients at Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics in Chicago, a breast lift is the procedure of option to deal with these conditions. For over 13 years, Chicago Breast & Body has carried out countless safe and cost effective bust lifts on ladies throughout IL. Many patients travel to our Chicago office from Clearwater and St. Petersburg to get modern care.
Exactly how is a Breast Lift Performed?
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical treatment that raises and reshapes sagging busts. The plastic surgeons at Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics will assist you figure out the anticipated size and shape of your bust depending upon your anatomy and/or preferences.
At our surgery centers in Miami and Chicago Bay, there are three sorts of breast lift procedures, based on the degree of ptosis (drooping).
The very first type of breast lift resolves the least quantity of drooping. To remedy a little level of ptosis (drooping), our board-certified plastic surgeons make a laceration just around the areola.
The second kind of breast lift resolves a moderate quantity of ptosis. Our cosmetic surgeons make a laceration around the areola and down the front of the breast, generally described as a "lollipop" cut.
The third sort of bust lift addresses the most severe amount of drooping. Our cosmetic surgeons make an incision around the areola, down the front of the bust and in the bust fold, typically referred to as an "anchor" laceration.
A breast lift can also decrease the size of the areola, the darker skin surrounding the nipple.
If your breasts have lost size or volume, you can incorporate a breast augmentation with a mastopexy, where breast implants (saline or silicone) are inserted in conjunction with the mastopexy to increase both size and firmness.
Your breast lift with Chicago Breast And Body Aesthetics will typically be a 2- to three-hour treatment, with very little post-operative pain. The surgical treatment is done on an outpatient basis, in the personal privacy and convenience of our totally certified cosmetic surgery suites in Miami and Chicago Bay.
Whether you deal with our highly competent medical professionals at Chicago Breast And Body Aesthetics, please make certain you have your bust lift at a completely recognized facility and done by a board-certified cosmetic surgeon.
Mastopexy can change the method a female looks and exactly how she feels about herself. If you want the procedure at our Chicago Bay area, please read some bust lift prior to and after photos to get an idea of what is possible with the surgical treatment.
How Much Does a Breast Lift in Chicago Cost?
Prices for a mastopexy can vary commonly, based on the degree of the operation and whether another treatment is done at the same time, as well as other factors to consider. Throughout your complimentary preliminary examination, the cosmetic surgeons and personnel at Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics will be happy to discuss what a breast lift could cost you in the Chicago. We pride ourselves on supplying exceptional, yet economical therapy to all our patients.
Is a Breast Lift Right for Me?
To be an ideal client for a mastopexy, you must be healthy and at a steady weight. Generally, females in Chicago, St. Pete and Clearwater who look for bust lift surgical treatment are interesteded in the following:.
Sagging breasts that have actually lost shape and volume.
Flat, lengthened or pendulous breasts.
Nipple areas that fall below the breast fold.
If you Have Nipples which point down.
Stretched or enlarged skin and/or areolas.
Disproportionate Breasts or one that is lower than the other.
Exactly what Are the Major Benefits of a Breast Lift?
A common after-effect of mastopexy is a feeling of slight pain at the cut sites and in the overall breast cells. You can also expect swelling, which will be reduced by an elastic bandage or support bra.
Our patients typically go back to work and/or light activity within one week after their Chicago Breast And Body Aesthetics bust lift in Miami or Chicago Bay. Nevertheless, it could take a number of weeks prior to you can begin arduous work out. It is very important to remember that each woman's anatomy is various, so your outcomes might differ.
Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics is proud to offer bust lifts to patients from throughout the area around Chicago. Our specialists and personnel are dedicated to supplying the very best care with the very best results. To find out more about mastopexy and to speak with one of our board-certified doctors, please book your free initial consultation today. Each of our cosmetic surgeons is committed to you, your wellness and your results.
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The composition and authorship of the Manual of Rheumatology and Outpatient Orthopedic Disorders continues to reflect the fact that rheumatology and orthopedic surgery have a seamless interface in pursuit of education and patient care goals relative to muscoskeletal disease. The inter-relationship of these two disciplines is a special and unique feature of the Hospital for Special Surgery, where many of the authors have trained or practiced.
The primary goal of this manual has been to serve the needs of students and physicians-in-training. Yet professionals of all ages (perhaps especially senior colleagues) find it useful for reviewing miscellaneous things not successfully committed to memory. These include: American College of Rheumatology Criteria for Diagnosis and Classification of Rheumatic Disease, neurological dermatomes, molecular targets for autoantibodies, normal laboratory values, details in formulary, etc. Between the fourth and fifth editions, there has been an explosion of the rheumatologic formulary; there are new anti-inflammatory drugs and biologic disease modifying antirheumatic drugs, some based on new insights relative to the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis.
Over the span of our five editions, several new chapters have been added, reflecting our knowledge of recent advances: antiphospholipid syndrome, pregnancy, and connective tissue diseases, rheumatic association with HIV infection, diagnostic imaging, patient education, perioperative management, ethical and legal considerations, measuring functional status, thinking like a rheumatologist, acute management of muscoskeletal and autoimmune disorders, and so on. In this edition, as in all previous ones, the emphasis remains the discussion of practical aspects of management of muscoskeletal disorders.
Charles L. Christian, MD
Physician-in-Chief Emeritus
Hospital for Special Surgery
New York, New York
This remarkable manual celebrates publication of its fifth edition this year. Innovations in diagnosis, therapeutics, and management strategies that have emerged in the four years since the last edition make this update timely. The succinct, authoritative, and didactic style of presenting the rationale and practical information in this publication will doubtless continue to assist and guide physicians in their clinical practice.
The scope of the book is comprehensive, covering the full spectrum of therapy and practice of rheumatology. The broad church of the specialty covered extends to regional pain syndromes, fibromyalgia, diseases of bone, sports injuries, and the principles and practice of surgery and rehabilitation. New chapters in the general sections cover not only immunology, genomics, and proteomics, but also ethical and legal issues, and psychological aspects of rheumatic disease.
Making knowledge-based therapeutic interventions that maximize benefit and minimize risk have increasingly become part of rheumatological practice since the last edition. The widespread use of anti-TNF biologics added to methotrexate therapy has profoundly altered the outcome of moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis patients whose disease is not controlled by more effective regimens employing standard drugs as monotherapy or in combination. The recent emphasis on suppression of disease with judicious use of the available therapeutic armamentarium has permitted control of signs, symptoms, and joint damage in the majority of patients. Not only has this permitted maintenance of a good quality of life, but epidemiological data demonstrate that it has reduced cardiovascular complications and prolonged life expectancy of these patients.
The use of currently available biologics, and those in the development phase, have been shown to be effective not only in rheumatoid arthritis, but also in other inflammatory arthritides. The repertoire of targeted drugs that is now being developed shows promising results for systemic rheumatic disease and will enlarge the pharmacopoeia. However, these advances come at a price of unwanted side effects in some patients such as increasing infection rates. As another example, the widespread use of Cox II inhibitors that control pain with an improved gastric tolerance profile has apparently led to an increase in cardiovascular occlusive events. This has sparked a debate on the safety and indications of all non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The widespread public dissemination of this information has alarmed and confused patients at a time when the potential for the good of patients, resulting from technical and scientific developments, has never been greater.
The rheumatological practice landscape has changed, and will continue to change with the advent of targeted biological and chemical drugs and improvement in laboratory and imaging technologies. Managing this change will require a sharper focus and skill base in rheumatological practice. The responsibility and role of thought leaders and educationalists in this process has thus become increasingly important. It is worth recalling that the origins of research with Coley's toxin that led to the discovery of TNF almost a century later, originated at Hospital for Special Surgery. The cooperation between surgeons and physicians and their allied health associates remains a hallmark of this institution in their quest for a better future for the health of patients. The Editors and authors of this book, coming from this center of excellence in research and practice, have much to offer in this regard to the community of rheumatological practitioners world-wide. Their book deserves a place on the desk of trainees and established practitioners.
Professor Sir Ravinder Maini, BA MB BChir, Hon DSc, FRCP FRCP(E) FMed Sci
Emeritus Professor of Rheumatology
The Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology Division
Imperial College
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When you are going through a time of pain or crisis, you don't have to walk it alone. Our pastoral staff and volunteers are here to support you with both prayer support and face-to-face ministry. We have facilities and staff to offer pastoral guidance for funerals and all other tough times you may face. There are opportunities for you to get support or be a support for others walking through difficult times.
Prayer Ministry
We have a prayer room that is manned by volunteers before and after each service on the weekends. An E-mail Team is made up of individuals who receive daily prayer requests online. A Brown Bag Prayer group meets during lunch once a month to pray for the pastoral staff.
Broadcast Ministry Call Center Team
If you have a heart to reach out to others and share the Good News, join us as we answer calls in response to Pastor Kerry's televised broadcasts. Whether processing a request for a sermon tape or responding to needs through prayer, this ministry offers a unique opportunity to truly make a difference for Christ in the world. Full training is provided.
Hospital Visitation Ministry
The Hospital Visitation Ministry visits church members who are sick and in the hospital to provide comfort and encouragement in their time of need. If you know one of our church family members is in the hospital, please call or email Woodlands Church. The Hospital Visitation Ministry team will be notified and a visit will be scheduled by a team member.
The death of a loved one is a very substantial loss. We want to make this painful transition time of sorrow and grief less lonely and overwhelming by assisting in funeral services for our members and their families. We are available to answer questions about death and life after death. We also offer support and help to families and individuals during this very difficult and sorrowful time.
If you've lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you've probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. GriefShare at Woodlands Church is a ministry for people grieving the loss of someone close. This 13 week video & curriculum-based program is facilitated by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time. Woodlands Campus contact firstname.lastname@example.com or Atascocita Campus contact Jessica Van Houten at email@example.com.
DivorceCare is a special support group where you can find help as you recover from the hurt of separation or divorce. There aren't many people around you who understand the pain your divorce or separation has caused. To you. Your family. Your friends. That's the reason for DivorceCare. It's a series of support groups and seminars conducted by people who understand what you are experiencing. Most importantly, you'll learn how to deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. Woodlands Campus contact email@example.com or Atascocita Campus contact Jessica Van Houten at email@example.com.
Restoration/Celebrate Recovery
Restoration is a ministry to help people overcome life's hurts, habits, and hang-ups through worship, Biblically-balanced teaching, personal testimonies and support groups. We start the evening with worship followed by a Biblical teaching or testimony. Within Restoration, we offer Celebrate Recovery support groups and step studies as a tool to go deeper in the journey of recovery. Restoration is a safe place to experience freedom and transformation through God's grace. Contact Restoration at firstname.lastname@example.com or email@example.com
We provide biblically based, clinically competent, and spiritually sensitive counseling on a short term basis. We strive to promote psychological and spiritual health for individuals and couples. We help individuals and couples cope with personal and interpersonal problems through the application of biblical truths, with the Bible and the Holy Spirit serving as the primary resource and advisor for counseling and teaching. The Counseling Center is staffed by compassionate and competent Christian professionals. All information is confidential and private. Contact Counseling at email@example.com
Job Support Ministry
Consistent with Jeremiah 29:11, our purpose is to assist those in career transitions find employment consistent with God's Plan for their lives by integrating God into the job search process. Our workshops are designed to provide encouragement and guidance by presenting a review of job search basics followed by sessions on relevant topics such as Resume Writing, Interviewing and Networking. Workshops are held on the 2nd and 3rd Saturday of every month at 9AM in the K-1 auditorium. Contact the Job Support Ministry at firstname.lastname@example.com


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Google Cardboard
Google Cardboard was developed to help consumers have a taste of cheap and easy VR experience. It basically is a platform where programmers can create and share. One needs to have atleast an Iphone 5 or Android 4.0 to use the headset. You need to invest more on the smartphone than the headset itself. The best thing about this is that it only costs $3-$12. It is a great device if one would like to watch simple VR youtube videos or VR games.


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Saturday 27th October 2012
Shanghai, China
Having a lovely time in Shanghai. I was P2 in class during testing this morning. I got held up on my quickest run and my sector times said it would have been P1. I know, I know…could've, would've, but it's all good and I'm really enjoying driving the GTE Porsche. One of my team mates qualified the car in fourth place so now I'm looking forward to getting some good track time during tomorrow's 6 hour race and showing what I can do!
Michelin Le Mans Cup (ELMS)
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1) Beans
Soluble fiber-rich beans can help curb your appetite by helping you feel fuller sooner. Beans can also replace higher calorie, higher saturated fat-containing meats and cheeses in entrees.
- Replacing a ½ cup of cheddar cheese for the same amount of beans can shave off about 100 calories from your lunchtime salad.
- Replacing ½ pound of ground beef with 1 cup of kidney beans will cut 190 calories from a chili recipe.
2) Oats
Research suggests that consuming 3 grams or more per day of ß-glucan, soluble fiber, which is found in oats or barley can help lower total and LDL cholesterol levels as part of a heart-healthy diet.
- Start your morning off with a bowl of oatmeal.
3. Nuts
A small handful of nuts daily may manage your blood cholesterol levels. Research suggests that nuts can help lower blood cholesterol levels and that eating 1.5 ounces per day of almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, pecans, pistachio nuts, or walnuts along with a heart-healthy diet, may reduce you risk of heart disease. (One ounce of nuts = 25 almonds, 9 whole walnuts, or 48 pistachio nuts.)
- Sprinkle chopped nuts over your morning cereal or yogurt.
- Eat a handful of nuts between meals if you get hungry.
4. Fish
While fish is low in heart-unhealthy saturated fat, it provides another healthy quality that makes it a ringer for your heart. The omega-3 fatty acids in fish can help slow the plaque buildup in your arteries that contribute to heart disease as well as reduce your risk of heart disease. It is currently recommended that you eat two fish meals a weekl. Salmon, sardines, and tuna are all good sources of omega 3.
- When you eat out, order an 8-ounce grilled salmon. Eat half and take the remainder home for dinner the next day. Pesto: You just met you weekly quota of two fish meals.
- Add canned tuna or salmon to your salad bar lunch.
5. Whole Grains
While research shows that whole grains can reduce your risk of heart disease, most Americans are falling short of the recommended minimum three servings of whole grains daily. Make sure that at least half your grain choices are whole grains, such as oats, 100% whole wheat bread, brown rice, and popcorn to gain that heart-healthy benefit.
- Eating oats in the morning provide the added benefit of being a whole grain. You get two for the price of one when you eat oats.
- When looking for something crunchy for a snack, pop up a 100-calorie pack of microwave popcorn.


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ORLANDO, FL — While many produce marketers use the PMA Fresh Summit Convention & Expo to launch new products, the sheer size of the event means their launches are not guaranteed to stand out.
That fact is not lost on Chris Veillon, chief marketing officer at Pure Hothouse Foods, a Leamington, ON-based greenhouse grower that markets under the Pure Flavor brand.
"Our focus here at PMA Fresh Summit is to create conversation for our snacking packs, but you have to cut through the noise," said Veillon. "I feel we have done that with our innovative programs."
In all, the company launched seven new items at PMA Fresh Summit: SNACKERZ Uno Bites Nano Cucumbers, SNACKERZ Uno Bites Nano Tomatoes, REDZILLA Monster Red Peppers, Stingrays Hot Peppers, Mini Munchie Tomato Snack Pack, Juno Sweet Grape Tomatoes on The Vine and Azuca Sweet Red Grape Tomatoes on The Vine.
Veillon said snacking items are the trend in the industry and the Pure Flavor SNACKERZ line stood out and garnered strong interest from the retailers in attendance at Fresh Summit.
Veillon said the SNACKERZ line features four-pack break-apart packs designed to add convenience to healthy snacking.
"This line is designed to increase consumption and helps our retail partners increase pull," said Veillon. "And since it is a greenhouse product, we can offer consistent quality on a year-round basis, which also helps retailers plan their programs. We know there is demand for healthy, on-the-go snacking, and as an industry we need to fill that demand.
"We get a lot of joy and pleasure in finding ways to be different, and we want to put the fun back into food," Veillon added.
In other news, Veillon said the company recently completed Phase 1 of its Georgia greenhouse project, which includes 25 acres under glass. The first phase of the development includes 155,000 tomato plants, which are expected to be ready for harvest in early December.
Phase 2 of the project will bring an additional 25 acres under glass and is scheduled to start in early 2020.
Veillon said the company also broke ground on a new 60,000-square-foot distribution center 10 minutes away from the new greenhouse, just off I-75. The DC is expected to be operational in January.


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Games are over, Elsa's pooped.
Luke and Elsa just had a bath. I love it when they are all fluffed and smell amazing. But getting them into the shower is a chore. Elsa picks up cues when I am not offering any. I work very hard at trying to make it look like nothing is going on; changing nothing but she still manages to know. First I make sure that there is enough shampoo and conditioner in the shower. I might do that an hour before the actual event so as not to clue her or Luke into what's coming. Then the towels, there must be doggy towels in the bathroom. So those come up well before the event as well. Still, as hard as I try I cannot seem to outsmart the crazy smart Elsa. Somehow she knows.
It is not that they won't go in there; I want it to be as stress free as possible. They stress at the idea of a bath and the initial onset but once in and lathered up they don't much care. It's like brushing or grooming; they don't love it but are very good while being done. With flea season upon us I try to get them into the shower at least once every two weeks; but preferably every week to be sure we are staying on top of things. That means that they may have drier skin than normal. So rinsing is very, very important. A good conditioner needs to be used; plus it makes them smell amazing. I use what is in my shower, organic shampoo or something special just for Luke and Elsa. Adding a bit of extra oils into their food also helps with dry skin. I'd rather deal with a bit of dry skin than put toxic chemicals on them. Regular bathing and vacuuming is a must for keeping fleas at bay.
So it was Elsa first and Luke in after her. Unfortunately whoever is done second knows it's coming. Luke was stressed, trying to run away from me, so that Dad could save him from his Mom who wanted him clean. But there is no escaping Mom; it's into the shower in the blink of an eye. Once in there he's fine and takes no time to be rinsed and squeezed. After their drip and squeeze it's immediately to the balcony where they shake off much of the water. Depending on their coat length at the time, really factors in on drying time. Being that they are both nice and short right now it doesn't take long in this warm weather. After the initial shake off and towel dry they are set free in the yard to let the sun do it's work.
When they are outside, the dog door is shut to make sure that they don't come in and shake everywhere while they are drippy. I get out more dry towels, the grooming box and the forced air dryer. Now this is also when I typically get out my camera but I skipped the wet dog shoot this time. I opted to wait and shoot after they were all done. A half hour passes and they are now ready for some human intervention. Elsa was in the shower ahead of Luke so she is already on her way to being dry. So, she gets officially dried first with the forced air. Being that I let the sun do much of my tedious work; she is dry in a matter of minutes. Next is Luke which takes even less time than Elsa because his coat is much thinner than hers. Using the forced air dryer allows me to check out skin condition. The dryer blows so hard that I can see any new bumps, marks or scratches that I might not see otherwise. I take this opportunity to give them both a good going over, look see.
A quick brush through next for both with my amazing brush and they are done. Now I get out the camera, sit back and watch the fun. They feel good, really good. It is obvious by their behavior after it is all done that they love the way that they feel. Grooming time is a good time.
Freshly groomed and feeling spry; Luke initiates some play.
Luke was being a bit pushy; here Elsa tries to calm him a bit with a face cleaning.
Looks like Elsa is telling Luke a great joke.
Luke in hot pursuit.
Like velvet, soooo soft. What a happy face.
Using that tail again, she is truly the biggest flirt.
Not bad at all for almost 13.


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I have been using the SAMR model of technology integration in education and "Bloom's Taxonomy" as the guild lines for my work in promoting ICT standards in my district. "Common Sense Education" has created a graphic that shows how these two frameworks relate to each other. The goal to reach the upper levels of Bloom's Taxonomy fit well with the transformational levels of the SAMR integration model. Both provide definable steps to higher level learning and effective technology integration. I am not an advocate of using technology in education for the sake of doing so. I believe that technology can enhance what we are already doing while providing us with an ever-changing means of doing things that weren't possible in the past. This site provides guidance in helping structure activities and projects that can help students climb both the SAMR and the Bloom's ladders.
"SAMR and Bloom's Taxonomy: Assembling the Puzzle"
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Film is a powerful medium for storytelling. Those at GLIDE believe telling the world our stories can empower us to embrace the common threads which unite our walk toward freedom. Join GLIDE for a special screening of Dogtown Redemption on September 21st.
This screening will be followed by a special GLIDE Talk with the film's director Amir Soltani, former recycler and Pastor Landon Goodwin and the Coalition on Homelessness' Jennifer Freidenbach in conversation with GLIDE's Rev. Theon Johnson III.
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Monitoring your Linux system is essential in order to be able to improve its performance, locate the source of a problem and take more targeted corrective actions. As is always the case with Linux, there are quite a few tools and many different ways you can utilize to monitor different aspects of your system's performance. On this simple guide, we will take an overall look on how to install and run three monitoring tools on an Ubuntu Linux system.
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text: What do you think of when you think "real estate agent"? You probably imagine a professional that is there to assist you with buying, selling or investing in property. For the most part that is exactly what real estate professionals do. However, in our work within the industry a number of additional services come into play that are often overlooked by most consumers. Here is a list of just a few of the additional services we provide to our clients, colleagues, friends and neighbors.


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Kingston Maurward College is now working with e-learning specialist vision2learn to deliver work-related Level 2 qualifications. You can study on these nationally accredited courses for FREE because they are fully-funded by the UK Government.
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Concrete Anchors & Fasteners is Our Specialty Questions? Contact Mike
Sleeve anchors are versatile masonry expansion anchors. They can be used in a variety of base materials, and they are available in a wide variety of diameters, lengths, and head styles. They come preassembled, so they are ready for immediate installation.
There are four different head styles, although not all diameters are available in each head style. The head styles are acorn, hex, round, or flat countersunk head.
These anchors are great for light to heavy duty fastening. They are versatile anchors because they can be used in a variety of base materials, including concrete, brick, and block.
These are available in stainless steel for outdoor, wet environments, and zinc plated for indoor, dry environments.
Yes, it is available with a zinc coating as well as in a 304 stainless steel.
No, these anchors are not manufactured with a galvanized coating. They are only available in zinc plated carbon steel and 304 stainless steel.
Yes, they come preassembled and ready for installation.
Yes, they come preassembled with the correct number of nuts and washers.
To determine what length you need, add the thickness of the fixture being fastened to the minimum embedment for the diameter of anchor being installed
The diameter of the anchor is determined by the diameter of the hole in the fixture being fastened, by the weight of the item, or the specifications of an engineer.
The anchor is designed for use in concrete, brick, or block.
: Installing a sleeve anchor is easy. Simply assemble the correct tools and materials, drill a hole, install the anchor, and finish it with a hammer and torque wrench. For detailed installation instructions, please visit our Tips & Tricks page.
The hole that needs to be drilled is the same size as the diameter of the anchor being installed. For example, a ½" diameter anchor requires a ½" hole.
Yes, the use of a hammer drill is critical when drilling a hole for the anchor.
Each diameter anchor has a minimum embedment depth to ensure minimum holding values.
An acorn and hex nut sleeve is tightened with a standard wrench; the flat and round-headed sleeves are tightened with either a Phillips or flat screwdriver.
The anchor needs to be installed at least 5 anchor diameters from an unsupported edge.
No, the zinc plated anchor is not recommended for use in treated lumber.
The sleeve anchor is called many different names by different manufacturers and distributors. Some of those names are Dyna-Bolt, Sleeve-All, Power Bolt, and Thunder Sleeve.
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Institutions Attended
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
201 Burruss Hall
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Undergraduate Graduation Date: May 2010
Expected Ph.D. Graduation Date: May 2016
Overall Undergraduate GPA: 3.22
Current Graduate GPA: 3.88
Ball State University
2000 W. University Ave.
Muncie, IN 47306
M.S. Graduation Date: July 2012
Latest Semester GPA: 3.98
Overall GPA: 3.89
The Graduate School
600 Maryland Ave. S.W.
Washington, DC 20024-2520
Individual Courses, Non-degree
Overall GPA: 4.0
New River Community College
P.O. Box 1127
Dublin, Virginia 24084
Individual Courses, Non-degree
Overall GPA: 3.6
Pulaski County High School
5414 Cougar Trail Road
Dublin, Virginia 24084
Graduation Date: June 2005 with High Honors.
Received Governor's Seal for Academic Excellence, Career & Technical Education Seal, and Agriscience Education Certificate.
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For this sketch, I decided to use the adorable Prehistoric Pals set.
I stamped and colored the little dinosaur and the coconut tree and then die-cut them using an oval die and the Out of the Box technique. I layered that onto a panel of Green Apple cardstock. The card base was cut from Fog cardstock and some patterned paper and a black scalloped edge was adhered on the left hand side.
I white embossed the fun sentiment and added some twine and my card was done.
I white embossed the fun sentiment and added some twine and my card was done.
Thanks for visiting. Be sure to check out the amazing cards created by the rest of the design team
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- We will announce our Sweet Picks and our Main Winner at the end of each month.
- The more times you play along during the month, the better chance you have of winning!
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i'm not going anywhere
i'm here. i'm still here.
am i still the same person?
i'm not sure.
is it good if i am still the same person?
or is it not?
it took me roughly 12 months to eventually write (type) again. what held me up so long?
reality caught me up. remember how excited i was to begin my residency?
yeah, i am not too excited now to keep going on.
environment. i would blame environment. i wrote that i'm the youngest in my class. i still am. and it seems to be that others take this as their advantage.
"you're not married yet. get this done."
"you have no child. get that done."
even to myself, i say, "you're not married yet. you have no child. be at hospital earliest. in case those who are already married, those who already have child(ren) don't come on time."
and what i achieve is heartache because they don't seem to (at least) try to acknowledge my comprehension and reciprocate to it.
what, be less caring, you say? don't think that i haven't tried. i did. and i couldn't. and it sucks.
environment. i would blame environment. new system. new teachers. new characteristics. new behaviours. new mindsets. that unfortunately dissimilar with my old environment.
i'm young. naturally, youngsters rebel. but it doesn't mean that we don't need rules.
i've been given roads. without road markings. however, as soon as i take the presumably wrong turn, i'm the one to blame. not the road makers.
i'm so pissed.
i'm so fed up.
i'm so done with the erratic push.
"do this ASAP!" but then "do that ASAP!" no wait "this is URGENT!"
dang it.
you know what's urgent?
my sanity.
i can not emphasize enough how important sanity is.
sanity is the one parameter that differs us and the dead; because, what's the use of living with insanity?
i'm struggling with unknown struggles.
i'm struggling to get up from bed.
i'm struggling to eat.
i'm struggling to keep everyone satisfied.
i'm struggling to make everyone not alone.
i'm struggling to finish.
when am i struggling for me?
i'm trying to be honest. but these days, people don't want honesty.
they want to be pleased.
i'm being honest when i said i don't have friends.
i'm being honest when i said i'm not pretty. i'm not smart.
i'm being honest when i said i'm bored with my life.
i'm being honest when i said i thought about ending my life.
but honestly, i don't even know why i am being honest. most of the times what i get form honesty is: being underestimated or disbelieve.
dude, i'm doing all of those crappy tasks just because i'm exhausted to keep commanding all of you.
you are all grown ups. i'm a child compared to you all. you all should've known better about responsibility.
yet. i'm here. i'm still here.
i'm not going anywhere.
i am, actually.
i'm going to cross the chequered flag.
let's do this.
for me.


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If you're a regular reader of this blog, you're probably aware that I live in the Philippines. I moved here from Las Vegas a few years ago to enjoy the benefits of living in a low-cost tropical paradise, and to build up my internet marketing business.
A couple of weeks ago, one of my IM friends back in the U.S. informed me that Willie Crawford, one of the most successful and respected internet marketers in the business, was in the Philippines with his Filipina wife to visit their in-laws. I'd never met Willie, but I figured this was the perfect opportunity for me to introduce myself to him.
I managed to get ahold of Willie on Skype, we chatted about the Philippines, and I arranged a time to meet with him on Saturday. As it turned out, this was easier said than done. Willie was in Iba, a small province along the beach in the northern Philippines. I really had no idea where it was, and the provinces of the Philippines aren't exactly easy to navigate. But I was determined to meet him, so I called my buddy Zack and we hopped in his 1967 Land Cruiser and high-tailed it up to Iba.
After four hours of barreling down rocky back roads and through maze-like villages — and frequently getting pointed in the wrong direction by the locals — we finally arrived at Willie's seaside hangout. I smiled when I saw the "office" he'd been working out of for the last week: a laptop set up under a shady tree, overlooking the beach.
Willie told me that a few days earlier, he'd hosted a webinar from that very spot, underneath that tree, which would end up earning him around $50,000 when all the commissions came in. These are the types of internet marketing stories I love hearing; a guy sitting by the beach in a village in the Philippines, working on a laptop with a spotty Wi-Fi connection, generating in one hour what the average working stiff is lucky to make in a year.
Then again, Willie Crawford is no ordinary internet marketer. If you've been in the internet marketing game for a while, chances are you've heard his name. He's been making money online since 1996 and today, he's considered by many to be the world's leading online JV (Joint Venture) broker. Essentially, this means that when internet marketers want to launch their new products on a massive scale, they come to Willie to have him recruit and organize the affiliates. For his efforts, Willie earns a cut of the sales.
Willie's network of affiliates and contacts is so vast and deep that when he puts his muscle behind a launch, it can rapidly hit high-six or even seven figures. He has also taught thousands of students, at dozens of seminars in the United States, Malaysia, Singapore and the U.K. (Recently, I hired one of Willie's former students to serve as the JV Manager for my upcoming "Google Resurrection" product launch.)
In this video, I speak with Willie about what it takes to be a JV Broker. This is an interesting and lucrative "niche" in the IM space that you might want want to consider getting into. And if you've got a product that you want to turn into a six or seven-figure sensation, Willie's students are trained to make it happen for you.
Willie Crawford & Rob Wiser In The Philippines
Having spent an afternoon hanging out with the man himself, I can tell you that Willie is not only one of the most knowledgable and connected people in IM — he's also a funny, gracious guy and a tireless worker who loves networking and bringing people together so that they, too, can experience the rewards of being a successful internet marketer.
Go to this page and you can download a free MP3 and transcript from Willie called "Secrets Of A 7-Figure Broker":
Talk to you soon,
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Jan. 26 — To the Editor:
Jan. 26 — To the Editor:
Activists from Seacoast Peace Response recently participated in numerous peace vigils calling for a cease fire in Israel and Palestine and an end to the violence against the people of Gaza. Several letters to the editor — Chuck Galle ("Where was peace group during Hamas attack?" Jan. 5), Robert Wylde ("Pro-Palestinian protest has misleading message," Jan. 13) and Peter Bresciano ("Peace breakers must be focus of efforts for peace," Jan. 18) — have since appeared here questioning why we were not protesting Hamas rockets against Israel. We would like to take this opportunity to explain our position.
Seacoast Peace Response does not condone violence by any group or state. We mourn the loss of life in any side of any attack. However, we focus on what we have the most influence on and the most responsibility for: Violence perpetrated or subsidized by our own government. Our primary work has been in opposing U.S.-led wars in Iraq and in Afghanistan.
Because the United States gives massive military aid to Israel (recently increased to approximately $3 billion per year), we consider attacks on the Palestinian people to be wars supported by the United States and U.S. taxpayers.
We also endeavor to promote understanding of the situation in Israel and Palestine. Israel's stated reasons for its attacks on Gaza are incomplete. Israel broke the cease-fire with an attack against Hamas last November, and by continuing their blockade since 2005. Israel has been starving the people of Gaza with this siege, cutting off food and fuel and essential medical supplies. Israel is not just a neighbor of Gaza but its occupying force and as such has a particular responsibility under international humanitarian law, including the Geneva Conventions, to avoid harm to civilians in Gaza.
Describing the results of the Israeli attacks, the president of the United Nations General Assembly, Miguel d'Escoto Brockmann, said, "Gaza has been turned into a burning hell. The violations of international law inherent in the Gaza assault have been well documented: collective punishment; disproportionate military force; attacks on civilian targets, including homes, mosques, universities, schools."
We are relieved that Israel and Hamas have finally instituted a cease fire, and we hope that it holds. However, we remain profoundly saddened by the fact that 1,400 residents of Gaza lost their lives in the attack by Israel and Gaza continues to suffer under a blockade, and we are angered that our government supported Israel in these actions. We call for U.S. support for a substantive and lasting peace for a sovereign Palestine and for all U.S. military aid to be suspended until Israel withdraws fully to its 1967 borders and ends its blockade of Palestinian territories. We believe that this action will promote a just and equitable solution in accord with United Nations resolutions and with the general international consensus on this issue and lead to added safety and peace for the people of Israel as well.
Amy Antonucci, Karolina Bodner, Doug Bogen, David Diamond, Wes Flierl, Alex Freid, Judith Gardner, Barbara Hilton, Edith and Dave Pierson, Lee Roberts, Bill Woodward
Seacoast Peace Response
Jan. 26 — To the Editor:
Regarding Ms. Francese's letter (Jan. 24), I am so glad to see that I am not the only one who thinks that Allen Wayside Furniture's ads are in extremely poor taste.
If the owner wants to have transvestite tendencies, that is his prerogative. However, I do not feel it is appropriate for him to advertise his preferences to the entire Seacoast community.
I have told many people over the years that even if his store was giving away furniture for free, I would not patronize his business.
I feel that if his ads are trashy, then most likely the products he sells are probably trashy as well. You can also tell a lot about a newspaper by the types of ads it runs. I do feel the Portsmouth Herald should exercise some discretion.
John P. Troiano
Jan. 26 — To the Editor:
After reading seacoastonline.com writer Lily Robertson's article "Monumental Stupidity" (Jan. 18) about my father, House member Kenneth Gidge, I was left sincerely convinced someone was stupid.
Lily says that my father's bill to rebuild the Old Man of the Mountain, HR192, would endanger the lives of "loved ones" by forcing the state to cut emergency response funding, get New Hampshire "laughed out of the Union" and overtax people already suffering through a bad economy. Unfortunately for Lily and her article, the bill doesn't ask for state funding. The project would rely entirely on private donations.
Lily (who has also written an article characterizing a bill to keep smokers away from playgrounds as a "license to kidnap children") has told me she stands by her "opinion" that the bill asks for public money.
It would be one thing for Lily to claim ignorance because she simply hasn't read the newspaper articles that clearly say it would be privately funded, but that isn't possible, because she cited the cost estimates which were printed in those same articles.
On top of Lily writing her entire 563-word opinion piece based on a lie she included a map to my house, suggesting disgruntled people "stop in at his house to warm up."
(To her credit, she removed my parents' home address from her article just hours after I e-mailed her.)
Lily also says "we" should take a look at the contractors being considered for the project in case they are my father's "bestest ever buddies." I take that as a quiet suggestion of corruption, which would be quite an accomplishment for a man who has been a member of the House for less than three months.
Personally, I don't support rebuilding the Old Man of the Mountain, but I'm not going to oppose people who want to do it on their own buck in hopes of increasing tourism.
Looking for millions of dollars to rebuild an old stone head is a bizarre idea, but Lily should get it through her head that the money would be coming from people who believe in the project and not the wackos she is urging to show up on our doorstep.
Sky Thomas Gidge
Jan. 26 — To the Editor:
On behalf of the Kittery Recreation Department, I would like to thank everyone who attended our seventh annual community Winter Carnival on Saturday, Jan. 24. The activities made for quite an afternoon, as a crowd of more than 250 enjoyed the day's events. I would also like to thank the local media, which turned out for the event.
The following local businesses and groups made the day's many activities possible with their generous donations: Ocean Bank and Kennebunk Savings Bank.
In addition to the groups and businesses participating, the day would not have gone so well without the help from many others who donated their time and effort. A huge thanks to the Kittery Recreation staff as well as the members of our SAFE Afterschool Program staff who helped make the day go extremely smooth. And thanks to Ken McNabb and Stephen Bender for cooking up a storm in the kitchen!
There were many attractions, both inside and outside. Inside was highlighted by the face painting station, done by Karol DiPietro of Elaborate Face Painting, which had a constant line, and caricatures by Erica Golter. Many of the Kittery Recreation instructors and their students were on hand to give demonstrations of their fantastic talents. And you couldn't leave without listening to the wonderful performances put on by our own Shapleigh Middle School students, first the Little Amplifiers and then the Kittery Sharks cheerleaders.
Outside, it was all about snow and horses. The sledding and tubing hill was full of constant downhill action. Youngsters also tried their best at the outdoor games. There was also a tough choice to ride a pony or take a stroll around the block with an old-fashioned hayride.
Again, on behalf of the Kittery Recreation Department, I would like to thank all those who made our Winter Carnival an extremely successful event and we look forward to another great event next year.
Jeremy Paul
Assistant director
Kittery Recreation Department
Jan. 28 — To the Editor:
I encourage my fellow Eliot residents to attend the special town meeting on Feb. 11 to vote in favor of the Route 236 tax increment financing district. This is tremendous financial opportunity for the town — especially in these tough economic times.
I serve as the chairman of the town's TIF committee. I have lived in Eliot for 30 years and have run a business in Eliot for 21 years. From each of these perspectives, I feel strongly that creating the Route 236 TIF district is a the right decision for Eliot because it will: (1) save Eliot approximately $8.3 million over the next 30 years (an average of $276,000 per year) in money Eliot won't lose in education and other aid from the state in Eliot's local share of education costs and in county taxes; (2) enable Eliot to finance a much-needed municipal sewer and water project, which will spur economic development along Route 236 where the town has struggled to attract businesses; (3) provide funding that can be used to solve the sewer problems experienced by Bolt Hill Road residents; and (4) add to Eliot's long-term tax base. More specifically, by creating the Route 236 TIF district, all property taxes paid on new property value added to the TIF district would be set aside in a special town fund to be used for economic development in Eliot.
New taxes from the Maritimes Northeast compressor station and the new John Lang commercial building, both located on Route 236, can only be captured into a TIF if the TIF district is created prior to April 1. The taxes on those two properties alone represent hundreds of thousands of new tax dollars every year that can be used to pay for a an extension of municipal water and sewer lines along Route 236 — at no cost to Eliot taxpayers.
In order for Eliot to realize these benefits, the town meeting must establish the Route 236 TIF District on Feb. 11. Otherwise, this unique opportunity will pass us by.
Richard Donhauser
Eliot Tax Incremental
Financing Committee


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|Position ID:
|CSULB-Sociology/ AA/ CLA-ASSISTANT [#9409, 2461]
|Position Title:
|Social Movements and Intersectionality
|Position Type:
|Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
|Position Location:
|Long Beach, California 90840, United States [map]
|Subject Area:
|Sociology / Social Movements
|Appl Deadline:
|2017/10/13 finished (2017/07/21, finished 2018/05/17, listed until 2018/05/18)
|Position Description:
College of Liberal Arts
Department of Sociology
Tenure-Track Position Opening
POSITION: Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology (Social Movements and Intersectionality)
EFFECTIVE DATE: August 20, 2018 (Fall Semester)
SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
· Ph.D. in Sociology or related discipline at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2018.
· Specialization in the areas of Social Movements and Intersectionality (i.e. race, class, gender, and sexuality)
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· Teach courses such as: Race, Gender and Class; Social Order and Social Change; Racism, Power and Inequality; Sociology of Human Rights and Social Justice; Social Stratification; Sociological Theory; Quantitative or Qualitative Methods.
· Develop potential courses in: Social Movements; Activism and Social Justice; Global Social Movements; Race, Gender and Social Movements; Community-Based Organizing; and/or within the candidate's area(s) of expertise.
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· Assist in mentoring students; supervise student research projects.
· Develop curricula to meet the needs of a diverse student body.
· Participate in service to the department, college, university, and community.
CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University's strong commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions. CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
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California State University, Long Beach
Department of Sociology
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
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Position opened until filled (or recruitment canceled)CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, Vietnam era veteran status, or any other veteran's status. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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Me and the Oresteia - we go way back. I remember seeing Peter Hall's masked production at the National way back in the early 80s. I remember an incredible score by Harrison Birtwistle and, I was so knocked out by Tony Harrison's incredible translation I bought my own copy of it. Not a year has gone past where I don't pick it up.
Delighted to have been asked into the Globe rehearsal room to shoot a new version of the play, by the young writer Rory Mullarkey. It's directed by one of the nicest directors I've ever worked for, Adele Thomas. Unfortunately I can't shoot the production on this one as I'm getting married on the same day as the dress. Good luck to them. Good luck to me. Good luck to us all.


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NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Starbucks Corp. is trying to woo back morning customers by sprucing up its breakfast offerings.
The Seattle-based company SBUX, -1.86% said it added five new permanent "healthy" breakfast options to the menu, including oatmeal, a fruit-and-nut bar, "power protein plate" and pastries such as an apple bran muffin and star-shaped tart topped with berries and oats called a "berry stella."
The new items are touted as being high in whole grains, fiber and Omega-3 fats, and lower in calories, which could appeal to customers in areas like New York City where the mandated posting of calorie counts on traditional pastry offerings have been jarring to many.
Food is a hot-button topic at Starbucks. The company recently spent a fortune installing ovens in stores to serve warm breakfast sandwiches. This idea flamed out because it distracted the company from its core coffee mission and the smell of the sandwiches clashed with the coffee's aroma.
The move is the latest in a series of steps from the beleaguered coffee-shop operator to turn around operations amid worries about oversaturation, high costs and a slumping economy. Starbucks has announced job cuts, store closures and said executives from the vice president level up the chain to Chairman and Chief Executive Howard Schultz won't get raises in the next fiscal year.
In a recent Portfolio magazine profile, Schultz said he was "embarrassed" by the food at Starbucks and that it would be "completely reinvented by fall."
It also comes as competition for morning business has heated up. McDonald's Corp. MCD, -2.20% has stepped up its premium-coffee offerings and has vowed to install coffee bars in its restaurants. The value-oriented hamburger chain has also seen success with its expended breakfast offerings. Dunkin' Donuts has long supplemented its trademark coffee with espresso-based drinks, and has recently introduced egg-white flatbread sandwiches
In the announcement Wednesday, Starbucks said research showed that 75% of Americans would change their routine (get up earlier, shower at night instead of in the morning) to get a convenient, healthy breakfast. Maybe what it really means is that Starbucks coffee isn't enough to lure people into stores anymore.
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Nigerian Check Scams
Posted By Lance Stott on October 31, 2008
I finally got a case dismissed the other day that involved an unfortunate victim of a Nigerian check scam.
When I initially told the judge what was going on, he said something to the effect of, "People still fall for that?"
I'm sure he was thinking of the "Hi, I'm a rich Nigerian who needs to transfer a billion dollars to your account" version, but the scam artists have gotten a lot more sophisticated since then.
For a full explanation of what they're doing, click here.
The short version is, they rely on American banking regulations that require banks to "clear," or make available, funds from deposited checks within a certain number of days.
The scammer sends the victim a (counterfeit) check for something the victim is selling on the internet. The victim deposits it. When the check "clears" the victim thinks that means the check is good. The check, however, is for more than the sales price. You send the difference, along with the item, to the scammer… only to find out, sometimes weeks later, that the check was bogus.
The really sad thing is, sometimes the way you find out is when you get arrested for having passed a counterfiet check.


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Removing last year's unused clutter is therapeutic and necessary. However, knowing what should stay and what should go is often an overwhelming challenge. The following five tips are meant to help with the process of letting go.
1. Does It Get Used? A good rule of thumb when dealing with a stored or unused item is: if it hasn't been used in six months to a year, it's time to let it go. Storing an item that is never used takes up space from things you'll actually use.
2. Is It Outdated? While cleaning, take a close look at things like outdated electronics. If the technology is so out of date that accessories and media are no longer available, use spring cleaning as an opportunity to upgrade. The bonus is that newer electronics are usually smaller, and replacing old, bulky electronics helps create more space.
3. Is It a Duplicate? There are exceptions of course, but in most instances, duplicate items are perfect candidates for spring cleaning take-out. Sell a duplicate item or give it away.
4. Clear Out the Closets. It's easy to become attached to certain pieces of clothing and to let that attachment get out of hand. When cleaning out the closet, look closely with fresh eyes and eliminate unused or outdated clothing.
5. Remember the Pantry. An often forgotten aspect of spring cleaning is the pantry. Donate canned food or impulse buys that your family won't use to local homeless shelters or food banks. Cleaning out old food supplies is a good way to see what groceries are getting used and what items are going to waste—a good thing to know for future grocery shopping trips.


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Gisimba Orphanage Update - Artfully Unforgotten
With the funds raised at "GISIMBA: Understanding Through Art", Artfully Unforgotten, together with Create for a Cause, was able to cover the educational expenses, for the year of 2009, for eleven of the secondary students who are supported by the Gisimba Memorial Center Orphanage. These expenses include those related to school fees, school supplies, transportation and hygiene products. Total funds transferred to Gisimba Orphanage: $3500 USD.
Heather Metcalfe, the Director of Artfully Unforgotten, just returned from the orphanage a week ago to deliver the funds, as well as catch up on the lives of the children at Gisimba and their needs. In addition, she worked with some of the younger ones on their math and writing skills, played numerous games with the children and was able to visit the school attended by most of the children.


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