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It's … been a while.
And a lot has happened. Mostly good.
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Many years ago, a friend got involved in something called "The Jesus Seminar", which eventually produced (among other things) The Gospel of Jesus.
My friend commissioned Cheryl Jacobsen, well-known calligrapher and friend of mine from my UI Center for the Book days, to do a hand-lettered edition of the book as a gift for Robert Funk, the founder of the Seminar. The work was done on calligraphic vellum, and when it was completed, I did the binding. This is it, which I have used as the main image on my business homepage for at least a dozen years:
And here's the descriptive text from my site:
The Gospel According to Jesus: Full leather contemporary case binding, shown here as tooling is being done. Collaborative work with calligrapher Cheryl Jacobsen of Iowa City. Sewn on linen tabs, cover mounted to text block using adhesive. Covered full in burgundy Chieftain Goatskin, blind tooled using a hot brass folder.
It's a lovely, but very simple and traditional binding.
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I sewed up a book yesterday.
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It's been a rough year.
Oh, a good one, in many ways. The delightful trip to Wales was certainly wonderful. And I was pleased to finally wrap up our two-year work on the brick walkway; I recently used it, and it was nice to see how it has settled solidly after a couple of months weather. There have been other highlights, time spent with those I love, sharing & caring.
But it's been a rough year. Mostly, because back in early spring I started my slow bipolar descent, and then got stuck stumbling along the bottom of my personal trough for the last six weeks or so. And, while I haven't talked about it (or anything else) much here, the political situation has been extraordinarily depressing. It's been a weird combination of things I have long dreaded and things I was writing to warn people about in St Cybi's Well, and after significant effort to re-write the draft of that book to reflect the new political reality I found myself without the energy or inclination to continue. I felt paralyzed.
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But, as these things go if you are lucky, the wheel continued to turn.
Even if the progress is steady, and consistent with my previous personal experience, it'll be some 4 – 6 months before I completely climb out of the depressive part of my bipolar cycle.
But I sewed up a book yesterday. This one, for the first time in at least a year and a half:
Yeah, it's one of the premium leather bindings of Communion of Dreams.
For whatever reason, completing those books got mixed up emotionally with completing the writing of St Cybi's Well. I think I understand it, but I don't think that I can explain it. Well, I understand it now. At least part of it.
That's how you solve art, sometimes. And how you walk out of depression: one part at a time, one step at a time.
The writing wants to start again.
In the meantime, I sew books.
Happy New Year.
Jim Downey
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About 13 months ago I wrote the following:
But redoing a 300'+ length of brick walkway is no small task. To do it correctly would require a lot of work and a fair amount of expense for proper landscape edging, landscape fabric, gravel/chat, and sand. And if we were going to go to the trouble of redoing it, we wanted to do it correctly and expand it a bit.
As noted in that post, we (my wife and I) didn't expect to finish the entire length of the walkway last year before winter set in. But we did get about 180′ of it done.
And this summer, after our various trips and other obligations were completed, we got back to the project. A few days ago I was able to post these pics to my Facebook page:
As you might guess, that's where the walkway ends, some 320′ from where it began. If you look carefully, you can see our house hiding behind some trees at the top of the second image.
It was a *lot* of work. No surprise there. But I found it interesting to estimate (with reasonable accuracy) some of the numbers involved to get a scale of the project. We used about 25,000 pounds of crushed limestone. Some 2,500 bricks (most first dug up from the old walkway, supplemented by some salvaged brick from another neighborhood building tear-down). And about 1,600 pounds of sand. I have no idea how much old, too-damaged brick and dirt I dug out of the old walkway, but it was substantial enough for a good start to a landscape berm we're going to put in along one edge of the walkway, as seen on the side of this image:
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When I wrote the blog post linked above, I noted that I was probably at about the bottom of my mild bipolar cycle. It runs about 18 month from trough-to-trough, or peak-to-peak, so that would mean I'm currently somewhere between a manic high and a depressive low, but heading down. That feels about right, and fits with the onset of cool weather hinting at the winter to come.
I don't look forward to that. Wrestling with the black dog is never easy.
But I now have a new path to walk, when I need somewhere for my feet to take me. A path which was constructed with much sweat, some blood, and a whole lot of love. A path which respects the past, but builds on it, extends it, and makes it more durable, whatever comes. That helps.
Jim Downey
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As I've noted previously, I'm mildly bipolar, with my 'natural' bipolar cycle running about 18 months. I had noticed the start of a psychological downturn three or four months ago, following the intense boost that came with the discovery and correction of my cardiac artery blockage and subsequent recovery. Since I don't usually realize that I have taken a downturn until it has gone on for a while, I'm guessing that I'm approaching the bottom of the cycle.
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Some 50 years ago, my father-in-law (who I never met — he passed away before my wife and I knew each other) put in a simple brick walkway around two sides of his garden. OK, that doesn't sound like too big a deal. But his garden was almost a full acre in size, and the walkway more than 100 yards in length. Yeah, it really is that long.
After his death, the garden was reverted back to lawn. And slowly the brick walkway was reclaimed by that lawn.
But since the house remained in the family, memory of the walkway wasn't lost. Some time back the walk was uncovered, and for the last decade or so we did a pretty good job of keeping it clear and used. Here's a pic of some of it:
Note the box turtle in the patch of sunlight in the upper part of the pic.
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I sent this in a message to a friend this morning who had asked if I was feeling more healthy these days:
I do feel a lot stronger and more … vital. But I really don't want to be one of those '50-something year old guys who discover the power of exercise!' At best, it's annoying to most people. At worst, it's obnoxious able-ism. My situation, both my peculiar genetic problem and my lifestyle permitting me to get a LOT of exercise time in, is extremely unusual, and not something I can claim as being due to my own effort.
Yeah, I think a lot about this.
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For a couple of years we've talked about rebuilding the brick walkway, because while we've been able to keep it uncovered, it is nonetheless 'sunk' relative to the surrounding lawn. Meaning that it collected grass clippings and mud, tended to puddle, and retained ice and snow for a prolonged period. Plus there were sections which had been damaged by construction and heavy trucks which came into the yard to do utility and tree work.
But redoing a 300'+ length of brick walkway is no small task. To do it correctly would require a lot of work and a fair amount of expense for proper landscape edging, landscape fabric, gravel/chat, and sand. And if we were going to go to the trouble of redoing it, we wanted to do it correctly and expand it a bit.
About two weeks ago we ordered the first four cubic yards of chat, got some of the other materials, and got started. Since the edging material we're using comes in 60′ lengths, we decided to use that as the operative size of each 'section' of the walkway. The first step was to remove the old brick walk:
Then expand the bed, take it down, and level it out:
Then put down the base layer of chat on top of the landscape fabric:
(That's about 10,000 pounds of chat, by the way.)
And then start putting down brick. Here's how far we've gotten as of yesterday afternoon:
With luck, we'll finish getting the rest of the bricks laid in this 'section' today or tomorrow. Then we'll be about one-fifth through the whole project.
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As I've noted previously, I'm mildly bipolar, with my 'natural' bipolar cycle running about 18 months. I had noted the start of a psychological downturn three or four months ago, following the intense boost that came with the discovery and correction of my cardiac artery blockage and subsequent recovery. Since I don't usually realize that I have taken a downturn until it has gone on for a while, I'm guessing that I'm approaching the bottom of the cycle.
One of the things I learned long ago is that doing something constructive helps me cope with the depressive part of my bipolar cycle. By focusing on something in discrete chunks, I can slowly 'walk' out of my depression, since I can see tangible progress happening on something.
We probably won't be able to finish the full 300'+ of the brick walkway before winter sets in. But that's OK. Being able to spend a couple of hours working on the walk each day (when the weather permits) helps. It's good exercise for my body. And it helps to keep my mind from falling too far into the darkness.
Jim Downey
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Since this blog has recently picked up a bunch of additional followers, I'm going to reiterate something I've said in the past: I'm mildly bipolar. Have been all my adult life. My 'natural' bipolar cycle is about 18 months, though that can be influenced by outside factors. It's mild enough that I'm able to manage my bipolar swings without medication, but I keep a close eye on it. I'm thankful that I can manage it without medication, because I have always perceived a connection between this bipolar condition and creativity.
And increasingly, science agrees with me:
Professor Steven Jones, co-director of Lancaster University's Spectrum Centre, said, "It appears that the types of inspiration most related to bipolar vulnerability are those which are self-generated and linked with strong drive for success.
"Understanding more about inspiration is important because it is a key aspect of creativity which is highly associated with mental health problems, in particular bipolar disorder."
"People with bipolar disorder highly value creativity as a positive aspect of their condition. This is relevant to clinicians, as people with bipolar disorder may be unwilling to engage with treatments and therapies which compromise their creativity."
And then there's this, from an article on apophenia:
Another possible culprit in apophenia is dopamine. A 2002 experiment revealed that people with high levels of dopamine more often extract meaning from coincidences than those with lower dopamine levels. And when self-described skeptics (team "UFOs are fake") were given the drug L-dopa, which ups the brain's dopamine supply, they began to perform more like self-described believers (team "I can speak to spirits") on the same pattern-finding tasks. Likewise, when Brugger and his colleagues administered dopamine to a group of healthy adult men, that group proved more likely than a control group to notice visual similarities between random pairs of shapes.
Personal accounts from manic patients fizz with an almost compulsive meaning-making, but the research on connections between apophenia and bipolar disorder is thin. One clue: Just like people with schizotypal tendencies, people at risk for bipolar disorder often ace creativity tests. They seem to excel especially at the type of "intuitive, open-minded thinking" that results in surprising associations. (Though he hasn't studied apophenia and bipolar disorder, Brugger says he would "assume that you see connections everywhere in a manic state.") A symptom of mania known as clanging, in which ideas are strung together not in a logical order but because of how the words sound, has an apophenic aura.
Related, this news about another scientific discovery concerning depression:
The first blood test to diagnose major depression in adults has been developed by Northwestern Medicine scientists, a breakthrough approach that provides the first objective, scientific diagnosis for depression. The test identifies depression by measuring the levels of nine RNA blood markers. RNA molecules are the messengers that interpret the DNA genetic code and carry out its instructions.
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"This clearly indicates that you can have a blood-based laboratory test for depression, providing a scientific diagnosis in the same way someone is diagnosed with high blood pressure or high cholesterol," said Eva Redei, who developed the test and is a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. "This test brings mental health diagnosis into the 21st century and offers the first personalized medicine approach to people suffering from depression."
I suspect that it won't be long until some similar test is developed for markers indicating bipolar condition.
Oops, there I go, drawing connections again …
Jim Downey
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If you've never attempted to write a long (as in book-length) work of fiction, it might be difficult to understand what the process is like. Worse, it seems like every writer out there has their own entirely different experience of the process. Or more than one experience of the process, to be more accurate. Lord knows I seem to go through many different stages.
Which is why it is hard to find any instruction manual about writing long fiction that is worth a damn.
But I thought I would share this insight from my current stage of working things out for writing the prequel to Communion of Dreams: it's like playing 3-D Tetris.
Seriously, that's what it feels like. Like each of the different components of the plot & characters is an oddly-shaped piece rolling around in my head, turning this way and that, looking to fall into the correct position relative to all the other pieces. And as I juggle each different piece I make small changes, looking to find the best way that each one fits together into a comprehensive whole.
And when a piece lands into place, if there isn't a little 'jolt' of excitement, then I know that there's something wrong, and that the piece really doesn't belong there, no matter how well it seems to fit at the time. Obviously, at this stage everything is very intuitive – the more analytic and logical work will come later in the actual writing. But first, I have to build this internal sculpture, find the overall shape of the thing. Only once that is done can I really make much headway in trying to describe the form (to extend the metaphor a bit too far).
What's good is that as I have been spending more and more time & energy mulling over these different components, these different pieces, I've been getting more and more of these little jolts of excitement.
It's a very good feeling.
Jim Downey


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It's New Year's eve, and today I had the opportunity to visit a fantastic museum in Beacon, New York. However intrigued I was at all the conceptual art, I was blown away in their outdoor garden. The cherry trees were in blossom. It's December 31st. It was near sunset, and the sun shone through the trees and their pink and yellow blossoms, with the broad Hudson river and rolling mountains framing the view. I wore a light sweater, and was quite comfortable without a jacket. As beautiful and pleasant the aesthetic experience, I realized the museum's garden was not designed to be a futuristic experience of spring's splendor, and that the experience is the reality of a changing climate.
As the new year approaches, the immediacy of the severity of humankind's impact on the environment is fresh in my mind. I am honored to be part of a small organization dedicated to creatively and actively create the change that is so greatly needed. I look forward to this coming year, and all the action towards bettering our common future.

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Maple Leafs no longer NHL's most valuable franchise. Who's new No. 1?
After making the post-season only once in the past decade, the Toronto Maple Leafs have officially fallen out of the top spot on Forbes NHL team valuations.
The Maple Leafs, who have sat atop the list since 2006, didn't just drop one spot, though. According to Forbes, Toronto has slipped to third when it comes to franchise valuation and have seen their worth slip 12 percent since last season. On this year's list, the New York Rangers have taken over the top spot thanks to a nine percent increase in value change and the second-highest earnings in the league this past season.
Forbes stated the value of the Rangers is $1.2 billion, which makes them the highest standing of the league's three billion-dollar franchises, with Montreal sitting in second place at a valuation of $1.18 billion. The Canadiens, Forbes wrote, out earned all clubs with $91.3 million coming in this past season.
The jump from third place last season — Forbes had Montreal at $1 billion even in 2014 — to second place this year was a massive one when you consider the change in value the Canadiens had. The increase in value from 2014 to 2015 was 18 percent, the highest of any team in the league. The next biggest movers were the St. Louis Blues (15 percent increase), Columbus Blue Jackets (13 percent), Tampa Bay Lightning (13 percent) and Washington Capitals (13 percent).
By winning their third Stanley Cup in six seasons, the Chicago Blackhawks nearly became the NHL's fourth team valued at $1 billion, but are still roughly $70 million shy of the mark, according to Forbes. Last season's rankings had the Maple Leafs, Rangers and Canadiens crossing the billion-dollar mark, the first time the NHL had three such teams. The average value was $505 million, up from the 2014 average of $490 million.
The only team to break into the top five this season that wasn't among the five highest value franchises in 2014 was the Boston Bruins. The Bruins, valued at $750 million, swapped places with the sixth-place Canucks, who are also valued at $750 million but generated $6 million less in revenue, according to Forbes.
Forbes' Mike Ozanian noted that the weakened Canadian dollar hurt the seven clubs north of the border, and it also had an impact on the 23 American franchises. The dip in the Canadian dollar's value resulted in the "devaluation of the Rogers media deal," wrote Ozanian.
As far as moving up the list, the biggest changes came for the Dallas Stars, Anaheim Ducks and Columbus Blue Jackets, all of which moved up two spots this season. The Stars went from 15th on the 2014 list to 13th in 2015, Ducks from 18th to 16th and Blue Jackets from 29th to 27th. On the opposite end of the spectrum were the Maple Leafs, Flames (13th to 15th), Senators (16th to 18th), Predators (24th to 26th) and Coyotes (27th to 29th), all of which slipped two spots.
For the second consecutive year, the Florida Panthers finished dead last in valuations. Not only that, but the franchise's estimated value didn't move. In 2014, Forbes ranked the Panthers 30th with a value of $190 million, which is exactly the valuation and ranking given to the club in 2015. That said, Forbes estimated the Panthers saw a $10 million increase in revenue and a $35.8 million increase in operating income, which is the largest increase of any team.


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Combined cognitive and vocational interventions after mild to moderate traumatic brain injury: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Howe, Emilie; Langlo, Knut-Petter; Terjesen, Hans Christoffer Aargaard; Røe, Cecilie; Schanke, Anne-Kristine; Søberg, Helene L.; Sveen, Unni; Aas, Eline; Enehaug, Heidi; Alves, Daniele Evelin; Klethagen, Pål; Sagstad, Kjesti; Moen, Christine m; Torsteinsbrend, K; Linnestad, Anne-Margrethe; Nordenmark, Tonje Haug; Rismyhr, BS; Wangen, Grete; Lu, Juan; Ponsford, Jennie; Twamley, E; Ugelstad, Helene; Spjelkavik, Øystein; Løvstad, Marianne; Andelic, Nada (Trials;18(483), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)A considerable proportion of patients with mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) experience long-lasting somatic, cognitive, and emotional symptoms that may hamper their capacity to return to work (RTW). Although ...


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"New UK Company launches to help young entrepreneurs and existing business owners grow healthy businesses."
Entrepreneur, Nancy Steidl, announced the launch of the business mission, a UK business development consultancy supporting new start-ups and existing business owners with their businesses.
Initially she volunteered her time to help a handful of young entrepreneurs turn their ideas into solid businesses and existing business owners to help restructure their businesses. Ms.Steidl came to understand talking about placing structures and foundations into business ideas and even existing businesses was valuable to entrepreneurs and business owners who needed this information and support to build a healthy business.
"For the last decade the number of new start-ups has increased which is great, however, they seem to jump foundations and structures to get a business off the ground. Ideas generated, however, many immediately revert to simply building a website without understanding the dynamics of the foundations the business needs to be built on. With strong intuitive methods along with healthy structures and foundations in business, any entrepreneurs are able to drive their businesses forward with powerful success, which they deserve. From my findings and experience, entrepreneurs and even existing business owners need more support of writing a business plan to understanding their strategies and foundations of their business. This is why the business mission was found and steps in to offer the support and drive to see through the success of these individuals and their businesses." states Nancy.
The business mission specializes in business solutions, which include a deep understanding of the business communications, which starts with the idea. It supports, guides and helps young entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into a profitable and working business. The business mission also offers the opportunity to work together with existing businesses needing further support to develop their business potential.
The consultancy cares about the understanding of the mission, philosophy and ideas of their client's businesses and supports clients on their journey to evolve a successful business. They also help encourage clients to focus on the correct mindset and implement content to the business idea. It provides clients with relevant supporting content such as business plan materials, mentoring support; advertising and social media advice based on what the client is after for their business. The business mission also brings the essence of psychology to where it connects with their clients working to achieve a business the client is comfortable with the correct look and feel of their business.
Below is an example of how much more productive a business may become with a business plan than without.
"Businesses are like houses; one needs a blueprint to build the solid fundamental foundations with why, mission, vision, target audience and many other factors, which help an idea, turn into a solid and secure business," states Ms.Steidl.
The business mission provides their clients with business transformation. Implementing a business idea or even restructuring an existing business including powerful techniques, which allow them to discover their inner hidden qualities. The consultancy helps them gain more self-esteem and allows them to gain more confidence and comfort in their belief system. Driven by the passion and desire to improve society and support new start-up entrepreneurs and existing business owners to achieve better-positioned businesses and use intellectual skills to allow their businesses to work effectively. The business mission offers an adventurous journey within, which empowers their clients and offers them confidence.
The business mission captures the essence of individual's business goals and the philosophies underlying them. It also supports them to create a deeper connection with their client's uniqueness, recognizable and memorable in a crowded market. Combined with the founder's passion for helping others succeed and allowing clients to achieve the complete experience of building their business, they aim together to achieve great success together.
"I have offered business support in various forms for over 20 years. My passion is to offer support to those who are keen to turn an idea into a profitable and solid business and for those who are in an existing business keen to grow it further. Over the years there have been wonderful opportunities for new start-up entrepreneurs and existing business owners to come to me to seek advice about their business. For me, personally providing an opportunity to individuals and companies to work efficiently as a business, in a healthy business and to communicate effectively is a great reward. My goal is to see all new start-up entrepreneurs and existing business owners become successful in their own right and help them build healthy, long-term substantial and solid businesses." smiles Nancy.
For further information and learn more about the business mission and their business development services, please contact the business mission via their social media links:
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About the founder
Nancy Steidl, is a leading PR, Marketing and Business Development consultant and founder of the business mission consultancy firm. Her dedication and determination drives the business mission to the forefront in order to offer support to young entrepreneurs of turning ideas into a business and for existing business owners to achieve greater success in their business. For over the last 20 years, Nancy has been involved in Marketing, Public relations, Events, and Business Development sectors helping and managing various existing businesses and new start-ups. She has been involved with raising capital investment of over £3 million for businesses.


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Absolutely Perfect Roast Chicken
Adapted from Ina Garten http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/perfect-roast-chicken-recipe.html
I said it in my last post and I'll say it again, I think Ina Garten is the Beyoncé of the food world. And this roast chicken is why I believe that. And after you try it out, you will too. Ina's roast chicken perfectly slays.
How do you take something as simple as a roast chicken and make it unbelievably delicious that it makes your heart melt? This is how.
It is so incredibly easy to make, yet when the chicken finishes roasting and you taste how delicious and flavorful it is that you wonder if you blacked out and added a few extra steps to add to the flavorful.
You didn't. The ingredients and technique make this roast chicken phenomenal.
What's key to getting the skin nice and crispy is after removing the chicken from your refrigerator to let the it rest on your counter for at least half an hour. And most importantly to pat it dry with paper towels before you prepare it.
And preparing is part of the fun. I say fun because this chicken will turn you into a total roast chicken geek. As the chicken is waiting on the counter, I prepare the lemon, garlic, and thyme to go into the cavity and place them on a plate. Every single time I look at the plate and think, "How is all this going to fit in the cavity?" It always does, especially with the help of Salt-N-Pepa in my head saying, "Push it. Push it real good." And believe me you want all that goodness in the cavity because it adds to all the flavor.
The other important reason to get all those great ingredients in the chicken is because it makes the chicken incredibly moist. I know, I know, you probably hate that word. But there are times when that word needs to be used. And this chicken is one of those times. You'll find that there is no other word you can use to describe how juicy it is. OK, well, maybe juicy is a good substitute if moist is too much. For me though, when I hear juicy I think of two things: 1) Juicy Fruit gum and 2) Teresa Guidice's husband, Juicy Joe.
I used to be a big fan of store-bought rotisserie chicken. But honestly, after the first time I made Ina's roast chicken I haven't gone back. OK, I did once, but was left feeling a little lonely. I was missing my friend, Flavor – and the friend everyone loves to hate, Moistness. Don't get me wrong, I think rotisserie chicken is super convenient and works well if you're going to make something like chicken enchiladas or chicken salad. But if you're going to have it on its own and the chicken will be the star of the show, this roast chicken is the way to go.
With Thanksgiving coming up in a couple of weeks (for real?), this is the same exact way that I prepare the turkey. The only differences being melting an entire stick of butter to cover brushing the entire turkey and including a quartered Spanish onion into the cavity. It only takes 2 and ½ hours to roast a 10-12 pound turkey. I know that may seems short, but trust me when I say that's all the time you need. You will be guaranteed a tender and juicy (Juicy Joe!) turkey that you don't need to drown in gravy because it's dry.
If I'm ever lucky enough to meet Ina Garten I will not only tell her how incredible her roast chicken is, but also how it always makes me an my family happy. Not only because it tastes so good, but because it's been a big part of our Sunday dinners for so many years and will continue to be. The experience and memories are just as important as the flavor.
I feel this way about so many of Ina's recipes that I've made throughout the years and I'm excited to make more of her recipes.
And these are the reasons why I believe Ina is the Beyoncé of food. Flawless.
- 1 (6 to 7 pound) roasting chicken
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 large bunch fresh thyme, plus 20 sprigs
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 head garlic, cut in half crosswise
- 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, melted
- 1 large yellow onion, thickly sliced
- 4 carrots cut into 2-inch chunks
- 2 potatoes, cut into quarters
- Olive oil
- All of the above ingredients
- Increase butter to ¼ pound (1 stick), melted
- 1 Spanish onion, quartered
- 1 fresh turkey (10-12 pounds)
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Let chicken rest at room temperature for at least half an hour.
- Remove the chicken giblets. Rinse the chicken inside and out. Remove any excess fat and leftover pin feathers and pat the outside dry. Liberally salt and pepper the inside of the chicken. Stuff the cavity with the bunch of thyme, both halves of lemon, and all the garlic.
- Brush the outside of the chicken with the butter and sprinkle again with salt and pepper. Tie the legs together with kitchen string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the chicken.
- Place the onions, carrots, and potatoes in a roasting pan. Toss with salt, pepper, 20 sprigs of thyme, and olive oil. Spread around the bottom of the roasting pan and place the chicken on top.
- Roast the chicken for 1 1/2 hours, or until the juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh. Remove the chicken and vegetables to a platter and cover with aluminum foil for about 20 minutes. Slice the chicken onto a platter and serve it with the vegetables.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F
- Let turkey rest at room temperature for at least 45 minutes.
- Take the giblets out of the turkey and wash the turkey inside and out. Remove any excess fat and leftover pinfeathers and pat the outside dry. Place the turkey in a large roasting pan. Liberally salt and pepper the inside of the turkey cavity. Stuff the cavity with the bunch of thyme, halved lemon, quartered onion, and the garlic. Brush the outside of the turkey with the melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Tie the legs together with string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the turkey.
- Roast the turkey about 2 1/2 hours, or until the juices run clear when you cut between the leg and the thigh. Remove the turkey to a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil; let rest for 20 minutes.
- Slice the turkey and serve.


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CBS Studios International Announces Licensing Agreement with WOWWOW in Japan
CBS Studios International announced today a multi-title content licensing agreement with Japan's leading premium pay TV provider, WOWOW. The agreement includes the first-window broadcast rights to the highly anticipated new TWIN PEAKS; the #1 new U.S. drama BULL, starring Michael Weatherly; and the murder-mystery series AMERICAN GOTHIC.BULL, TWIN PEAKS and AMERICAN GOTHIC will be shown on WOWOW's Prime channel, joining other Showtime and CBS programming, including the critically-acclaimed THE AFFAIR, the event series ZOO and the modern-day SHERLOCK Holmes drama, ELEMENTARY. "The series in this agreement represent the strength and variety of CBS and Showtime programming available to broadcasters around the world," said Barry Chamberlain, President of Sales, CBS Studios International. "We are thrilled to have expanded our portfolio of programming with WOWOW, bringing more of our compelling and creative storytelling to audiences across Japan." Hitoshi Yamamoto, General Manager, Programming Division at WOWOW said, "For the millions of WOWOW subscribers who have been watching the company's programming since its launch 25 years ago, the new TWIN PEAKS will reignite great memories of the original 'Twin Peaks' series that was part of WOWOW's original lineup and helped audiences identify WOWOW as a destination for the highest quality entertainment, due to its tremendous popularity. We know that the latest iteration of TWIN PEAKS will captivate and delight an even larger WOWOW audience today, and we are delighted to expand a great partnership with CBS Studios International, whose American television series are amongst the most popular and highly regarded in the world." Directed entirely by David Lynch, TWIN PEAKS, the new Showtime 18-part series, picks up 25 years after the inhabitants of a quaint northwestern town were stunned by the shocking murder of their homecoming queen, Laura Palmer. TWIN PEAKS is written and executive produced by series creators David Lynch and Mark Frost, and is executive produced by Sabrina S. Sutherland. BULL, the #1 new program of the season in the U.S., is averaging 16.0m million viewers, 2.3/08 in adults 18-49 and 3.4/10 in adults 25-54. With live plus 7-day lift, BULL's premiere delivered 20.5 million viewers. BULL is the #2 broadcast drama (behind NCIS). The new series stars Michael Weatherly as Dr. Jason Bull in a drama inspired by the early career of DR. PHIL McGraw, the founder of one of the most prolific trial consulting firms of all time. Brilliant, brash and charming, Dr. Bull is the ultimate puppet master as he combines psychology, human intuition and high tech data to learn what makes jurors, attorneys, witnesses and the accused tick. Bull employs an enviable team of experts at Trial Analysis Corporation to shape successful narratives down to the very last detail. They include his quick-witted former brother-in-law, Benny Colón (Freddy Rodriguez), a lawyer who acts as defense attorney in the company's mock trials; Marissa Morgan (Geneva Carr), a cutting-edge neurolinguistics expert from the Department of Homeland Security; former NYPD detective Danny James (Jaime Lee Kirchner), the firm's tough but relatable investigator; haughty millennial hacker Cable McCrory (Annabelle Attanasio), who is responsible for gathering cyber intelligence; and Chunk Palmer (Chris Jackson), a fashion-conscious stylist and former All-American lineman who fine-tunes clients' appearances for trial. In high-stakes trials, Bull's combination of remarkable insight into human nature, three Ph.D.'s and a top-notch staff creates winning strategies that tip the scales of justice in his clients' favor. BULL is produced by CBS Television Studios in association with Amblin Television and Stage 29 Productions and is distributed internationally by CBS Studios International, with Mark Goffman, Paul Attanasio, DR. PHIL McGraw, Steven Spielberg, Justin Falvey, Darryl Frank, Jay McGraw and Rodrigo Garcia (pilot only) serving as executive producers. AMERICAN GOTHIC centers on a prominent Boston family reeling in the wake of the chilling discovery that someone in their midst is linked to an infamous string of murders. As shocking secrets from the past and present are revealed, their mounting SUSPICION and paranoia that one of them is a killer threatens to tear THE FAMILY apart. AMERICAN GOTHIC is executive produced by Corinne Brinkerhoff, Justin Falvey, Darryl Frank, James Frey and Todd Cohen, produced by CBS Television Studios and distributed internationally by CBS Studios International. About CBS Studios International CBS Studios International is the leading supplier of programming to the international television marketplace, licensing to more than 200 markets in more than 60 languages across multiple media platforms. The Studio participates in international channel ventures, currently comprised of 18 channels in 24 languages across over 100 territories, reaching more than 70 million households worldwide. CBS Studios International also exports a diverse lineup of formats for local production around the world. The division distributes content from CBS Television Studios, CBS Television Distribution, Showtime, CBS News, CBS Films and a library of more than 70,000 hours of programming. CBS Studios International is a division of CBS Corporation. About WOWOW WOWOW is Japan's leading premium pay TV broadcaster with approximately 2.8 million subscribers and the first 24/7, 3 channel, full-HD broadcaster in Japan. With a focus on quality entertainment and exceptional customer service, WOWOW has seen nine years of continuous net growth in subscribers. As of July 2011, all of the company's subscribers are now on a digital subscription, which includes access to WOWOW's groundbreaking Members On Demand service. Listed in the First Section of the Tokyo Stock exchange, WOWOW's subscription offering includes 3 premium Full-HD channels and a streaming service: WOWOW Prime covers a wide range of genres, including 7 popular overseas TV drama series per week along with our original series, movies, and documentaries. WOWOW Prime is also the official channel for live broadcasts in Japan of the biggest entertainment award shows in each category - the Oscars® (movies), the Grammys® (music) and the Tony Awards® (Broadway / stage). WOWOW Live brings exclusive live broadcasts of the world's greatest sports events along with live concerts and stage performances. Sports featured on WOWOW Live include the NBA, La Liga Española, LPGA, and more. Additionally, WOWOW Live broadcasts all four tennis Grand Slam Championships including the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open. WOWOW Cinema carries titles from major studios and a lineup of approximately 1400 movie titles from all over the world. WOWOW Cinema provides an experience to the world of cinema through a selective collection of movies. WOWOW Members On Demand offers subscribers the ability to view our quality programming anywhere and anytime. The streaming service features live events and sports as well as popular series and movies WOWOW aspires to become a channel where viewers can always encounter something they had never experienced, and by doing so transform the role of television from something that is viewed passively, to a place where new and exciting encounters can be expected.
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Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
What Is Cinobac?
Cinobac (cinoxacin) is an antibiotic used to treat initial and recurrent urinary tract infections in adults caused by the following susceptible microorganisms: Escherichia coli Proteus mirabilis Proteus vulgaris Klebsiella species (including K.pneumoniae) and Enterobacter species. The brand name Cinobac is discontinued but generic versions may be available.
What Are Side Effects of Cinobac?
Common side effects of Cinobac (cinoxacin) include:
- nausea
- headache
- dizziness
- rash
- itching
- hives
- abdominal pain i
- nsomnia
- drowsiness
- tingling sensation
- sensitivity of eyes to light
- burning sensation in the groin area,
- and ringing in the ears
Dosage for Cinobac
The usual adult dosage of Cinobac for the treatment of urinary tract infections is 1 g daily, administered orally in 2 or 4 divided doses (500 mg twice daily or 250 mg four times daily respectively) for 7 to 14 days.
What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Cinobac?
Cinobac may interact with theophylline, caffeine, antacids or sucralfate, products containing iron, multivitamins containing zinc, didanosine, oral anticoagulants, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and cyclosporine. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.
Cinobac During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding
During pregnancy, Cinobac should be used only if prescribed. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Similar drugs pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Additional Information
Our Cinobac (cinoxacin) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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In clinical studies involving 1,118 patients, the following adverse effects were considered to be related to cinoxacin therapy:
Gastrointestinal: Nausea was reported most commonly and occurred in less than 3 in 100 patients. Other side effects, occurring less frequently (1 in 100), were anorexia, vomiting, abdominal cramps/pain, perverse taste, and diarrhea.
Central Nervous System: The most frequent side effects were headache and dizziness, reported by 1 in 100 patients. Other adverse reactions possibly related to Cinobac (cinoxacin) include insomnia, drowsiness, tingling sensation, perineal burning, photophobia, and tinnitus. These were reported by less than 1 in 100 patients.
Hypersensitivity: Rash, urticaria, pruritus, edema, angioedema, and eosinophilia were reported by less than 3 in 100 patients. Rare cases of anaphylactic reactions have been reported. Toxic epidermal necrolysis has been reported very rarely. Erythema multiforme and Stevens-Johnson syndrome have been reported with cinoxacin and other drugs in this class.
Hematologic: Rare reports of thrombocytopenia.
Laboratory values reported to be abnormal were, in descending order of frequency, elevation of BUN (1 in 100), AST (SGOT), ALT (SGPT), serum creatinine, and alkaline phosphatase; and reduction in hematocrit/hemoglobin (each less than 1 in 100).
Although not observed in the 1,118 patients treated with cinoxacin the following side effects have been reported for other drugs in the same pharmacologically active and chemically related class: restlessness nervousness, change in color perception, difficulty in focusing, decrease in visual acuity, double vision, weakness, constipation, erythema and bullae feelings of disorientation or agitation or acute anxiety, palpitation, soreness of the gums, joint stiffness, swelling of the extremities, and toxic psychosis or convulsions (rare). All adverse reactions observed with drugs in this class were reversible.
The most frequently reported adverse events in post marketing surveillance of cinoxacin have been rash and anaphylactic reactions. Other frequently reported reactions have been pruritus, urticaria, allergic reactions, nausea, abdominal pain, and headache.
Read the entire FDA prescribing information for Cinobac (Cinoxacin)
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The parish of Saint Peter includes two islands in its territory: Guiana Island and Great Bird Island. Its capital is Parham. Antigua's first sugar plantation, the 17th century Betty's Hope, is a much-visited historic site.
The rural village of Seatons is a 20-minute drive from St. John's. Its proximity to North Sound—an ecologically rich and bio-diverse site that is home to mangroves and endangered species such as the West Indian whistling duck and hawksbill turtle—adds to its natural appeal. Attractions abound, including Barge Reef, more famously known as Stingray City, and North Sound Marine Park. Primarily a fishing village, Seatons is a new place of residential desirability for developers and private investors alike.


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A post on Glenn Beck's website The Blaze expressed righteous outrage that kids were forced to ride naked through the streets at this weekend's 2012 St. Louis Naked Bike Ride by their hippie parents.
"'DISGUSTING'," The Blaze headline shrieks. "PARTICIPANTS IN 'WORLD NAKED BIKE RACE' SEEMINGLY BRING THEIR CHILDREN."
The Blaze was tipped off by local conservative blogger Jim Hoft's original post titled, "St. Louis Mom Strips & Exposes Daughter on Naked Bike Ride [VIDEO]."
Only, here's the thing: There's no stripping. The kid's clearly wearing clothes. And there's no way to tell if it's a boy or a girl.
The video, shot by "jackohoft" from a car, shows some bare-bunned bikers before the cameraman takes off in hot pursuit of one particular rider: A clothed woman on a tandem bike with a kid in the seat behind her. Once he catches up we see the child is wearing shorts, shoes, and helmet, which is of course the exact same thing as completely nude. The presumption that this is someone's "daughter" seems to be based on the fact that the kid doesn't have a military buzz cut.
Even if this is a girl, the description of the video ("St Louis mom disrobes her child," "Strips & Exposes Daughter") and the fact that this thing has been viewed almost 24,000 times is the creepiest part. Apparently jackohoft was so concerned with covering up the kid's shame that he ... filmed him/her and put it on the internet? Blegh.
Here's the "disturbing" video which is actually really dumb:
For some thoughts on why nude rides like this one are legal, as opposed to the end of Western Civilization, please consult this handy guide.


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With this physical therapy exercise of the month we will focus on hip exercises and how to reduce pain associated with hip injuries. In order to reduce hip pain, it's important to build strength and flexibility. Hips are large, weight bearing bones that are put under stress each day. Due to this constant stress, hip joints can be painful. There are some simple stretches and exercises will help to reduce and eliminate pain.
There are varying pain levels associated with hip injuries. It's important to meet with a licensed physical therapist. A therapist with evaluate your injury and provide physical therapy for your specific condition. This will prevent further injury from happening. Regular hip exercises and stretches are easy to do at home and with limited equipment.
Common Symptoms and Causes of a Hip Injury
There are several symptoms that will alert you to a hip injury. Depending on the injury you may experience discomfort in your:
- Thighs
- Inside or outside of the hip joint
- Groin
- Buttocks
Along with pain, you may have a limited range of motion. This may include limping from persistent hip pain. This decreased mobility affects your daily life and keeps you from doing everyday tasks with ease.
Causes of hip pain range from stress related injuries to medical conditions. These include:
- Arthritis
- Hip fractures
- Tendonitis and bursitis
- Osteoporosis
A physical therapist will identify the cause of your hip pain and create a physical therapy plan that will work for you. Through regular physical therapy, you will increase your mobility and flexibility.
Hip Exercises and Stretches
Doing hip stretches and exercises at home will reduce your hip pain and increase your flexibility
- Hip Flexion Exercise– Supporting yourself with a chair or table edge, march in place bringing your knees up in front of you. March in place for one minute.
- Hip Abduction Exercise– Start by lying with your back flat on the floor. With your toes pointed, slide your left leg out the side the bring back to the center. Repeat with your right leg. Repeat this 5 times for 2 sets.
- Single Leg Bridge– Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Straighten your left leg and lift it about 15 inches in the air while engaging your abdominal muscles. Slowly lift your buttocks up until you make a bridge with your body. Hold this position for 2 seconds then slowly lower yourself down. Repeat with your right leg. Do this a total of 10 repetitions per leg.
- Frog Stretch– Begin by getting on your hands and knees in a tabletop position. Widen your knees as far as they can go while also bringing your feet in line with your knees. Ease yourself forward onto your forearms. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat for 3 repetitions.
- Pigeon Stretch– Begin by sitting with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Place your hands behind your body with your fingertips facing away from you. Place your right ankle on top of your left thigh flexing your foot. Press your hips toward your heels until you feel a stretch through your outer life hip. Keep your back straight and chest forward. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat one the other side.
Working with a physical therapist and doing stretches and exercises at home you will have more mobility and increased flexibility. Your physical therapist help you reduce your daily pain and will also supervise the process to prevent further injury.
Care First Rehab in Cary, NC provides on-location and clinic therapy services including physical, occupational, pediatric, speech, massage, sports injury and more. Contact Pragati Sonker at (919) 460-1921 to schedule your therapy appointment.


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If I'm reading the primary election results correctly, then Paul Kozlovsky is one of the three winners for the State Republican Committee. If the election results are accurate, then congratulations Paul!
I was at Patton South 2, precinct 67 from about 5:30 to 8 PM. For a time, both Ron Reese and Joyce Haas were there at the same time greeting people arriving to vote. It was heartening to see candidates at this most local, intimate level interacting with people of the community. Congratulations to Joyce Haas. Ron Reese ran a solid campaign, but in the end, it must have been hard to counter the carpet-bombing ad blitz he faced.
Whatever happens in the Lt. Governor recount that appears to be coming, Scott Conklin owes a huge debt of appreciation to his wife, Terri. She was at precinct 67 the entire day and evening, through rain and cold. Every moment of that time, Terri maintained a warm, genuine smile and a pleasant greeting for everyone.
As far as the GOP Lt. Governor race, it looks like coat tails were the deciding factor for Cawley.
We knew it was an uphill fight for Sam Rohrer in the Governor's race. I hoped the chilly, rainy weather and a low turnout would mean we'd see mostly people "with an axe to grind" making the effort to come out to vote for the candidate standing for real change and integrity. Unfortunately, this November will simply be another one of the endless times Republicans get to hold their nose while voting for just another party hack who couldn't even spell the words "True Reform" if you stenciled them into his face with a nail gun. (...not that I would want to do that)
It has been a privilege to see people of the 9-12 project of Centre County coming together to work for common goals.
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The Containerization Architect track is comprised of three courses that develop skills in containerization technology and architecture, along with proficiency in assessing, designing and securing highly available container-hosted services and solutions. The final course module consists of a series of lab exercises that require participants to apply their knowledge of the preceding courses in order to fulfill project requirements and solve real world problems. Completion of these courses as part of a virtual or on-site workshop results in each participant receiving an official Digital Certificate of Completion, as well as a Digital Training Badge from Acclaim/Credly.
To achieve the Containerization Architect Certification, Exam CN90.01 must be completed with a passing grade. A Certified Containerization Architect understands how containerization technology can be utilized to deliver highly available, scalable and optimized business solutions. In addition to a deep understanding of the inner workings of containerized environments and multitenancy technology, the Certified Containerization Architect is proficient with the design of containerization-based technology architectures, including the utilization of container engines, templates and management solutions that encompass monitoring, scheduling, storage management and rapid deployment. Those who achieve this certification receive an official Digital Certificate of Excellence, as well as a Digital Certification Badge from Acclaim/Credly, with an account that supports the online verification of certification status.
Courses and Study Kits
The Containerization Architect certification track is associated with the following courses, study kits and eLearning kits. The courses can be delivered via instructor-led training. The study kits and eLearning kits include the course materials and additional supplements designed for self-study.


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- Jennifer Heywood
Changes to the EPA and the Clean Water Act
Following the inauguration of President Trump, a flurry of orders have made their way across the oval office desk. Thus far Trump's executive actions have ranged from imposing a hiring freeze on federal employees, moving to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and effecting a 90-day immigrant travel ban. In addition to these undertakings, on January 24, President Trump signed an executive order relating to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), leaving many wondering what implications these orders will have for both the agency itself and the agency's regulations, particularity the Clean Water Act (CWA).
The EPA and The CWA:
As of January 23, officials at the EPA have been instructed by the Trump administration to freeze their grants and contracts. Every year the EPA awards upwards of $4 billion in funding, but the implementation of this temporary suspension has left that funding on hold. These freezes came as little surprise to those familiar with Trump's criticisms of the EPA. President Trump is also requiring EPA studies and data be reviewed by political appointees before being released to the public. The result of these additional procedural hurdles may be a congestion of EPA activity and may ultimately lead to a decrease in the agency's productivity and overall functionality.
In regards to the CWA, the Trump Administration has made it clear that it intends to stifle the Obama Administration's effort to clarify the vagueness of the Act. Trump made no qualms regarding his sentiments towards the Act throughout his time on the campaign trail prior to the election. He has reportedly labeled the Act has 'extreme' and 'unconstitutional' and vowed to eliminate it completely. Trump's newly appointed EPA director Scott Pruitt, the former Oklahoma Attorney General, has also described the rule as being 'unlawful' and a 'brazen effort to stifle private property rights.' Pruitt was confirmed as the EPA's new leader on February 17.
The CWA is no stranger to controversy and debate. The Act is defined as covering Waters of the United States, or WOTUS. However, the scope of this vague standard is unclear and has caused much confusion. In June 2015, the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers published a final rule defining WOTUS. However, this rule has continued to elicit significant criticism, specifically regarding the expansion of the federal government's regulatory reach over bodies of water not originally protected by the CWA.
On January 13, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to address federal court jurisdictional reach over challenges to the current WOTUS rule. Numerous federal appeals court decisions have upheld the broad authority of the CWA, which in essence provides expansive federal jurisdiction over wetlands and other non-navigable waters. The Supreme Court's grant of review will allow the Trump administration additional time to resolve the issue in their favor, which would likely eliminate or replace the rule.


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The Liverpool boss believes the Gunners' unsuccessful attempts to sign the striker have been out of character, but praised the Reds owners for their stance during the saga.
Out of character?? How? He has a 40m+ release clause in his contract and Arsenal bid 40m+1, which should trigger the clause. I think Liverpool are the ones who have acted unfairly in this. Suarez wants out, he has a clause in his contract, Arsenal's bid should have triggered it, he should have signed for them by now. But Liverpool blocked it. End of.


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Five Things I Discovered on My Recent Vacation to California
For the first time in my life I made the trip out west to California. During my time in the San Jose and San Francisco area, I managed to check off a lot off the "bucket list" so to say. The sun was out all week, the food was great, and the tourist attractions lived up to the hype. Here are the top five things I discovered while on my trip.
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San Jose and San Francisco are MUCH Different
The two cities are very different even though they are separated by just 45 miles. San Jose is more of a corporate atmosphere and features a strong downtown scene. San Francisco has many hills and most of the action takes place by the bay. For 49ers fans, the trip from San Francisco to Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara is a little jaunt.
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Levi's Stadium is as Good as Advertised
The main reason we traveled to San Jose was to attend Wrestlemania at Levi's Stadium. Located just a few minutes north of San Jose, Levi's Stadium is one of the newest stadiums in the country. The place is beautiful and features free wireless internet, along with the ability to order food and drinks from a mobile app. Traveling in on the train was easy, and actually getting into the stadium was a breeze. One of the best stadiums that I have been to.
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Winchester House is Certainly a Mystery
Situated just a few miles outside of San Jose, the Winchester house features an estate that is so big that it's considered "priceless." While the estate is huge and features 60+ bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, the most surprising part of the house is how much it was ahead of its time. Add in doors to nowhere, random doors to a wall, and the idea that it just always continues, there is much to discover at the Winchester house.
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Alcatraz is Amazing
I'm a history guy. Always have been, and always will be. When I made the trip to San Francisco, it was top priority to check out Alcatraz. The ferry ride to the island itself is an experience but taking the audio tour around the island and learning about the events that took place is the true highlight. Next time, I think the night tour is in order.
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Fisherman's Wharf is a Great Place to Relax
After a long trip sometimes it's best to just find a place to kick back and relax a bit. Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco provides both a place to spend a day, but also a place to wind down. Options for food and drink are seemingly unlimited, and has something for everyone. Note: Watch for man eating sharks!


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Learn about gambling ban in your nation to play safely
If you are a passionate casino player who now wants to indulge in on-line gambling then you must learn about gambling ban within your nation so that you can play safely https://behoopin.com. Many countries and their states have often contested upon as well as passed several resolutions imposing, revoking or even upholding bans enforced on gambling, particularly on line betting, which in turn might ensure that your money as well as your winnings remain safe inside your on-line account.
On-line gambling offers a unique difficulty to different countries because the gambling site could be situated in a certain country whilst avid gamers may be playing in another country. Many governments also fear loss of taxes whenever people start receiving on-line winnings directly into their accounts. A few countries also fear loss of moral control over gamblers that might get addicted to internet gambling because of lack of any control or legislation. A number of nations have thus ended up banning on-line gambling altogether while others have imposed constraints on a few forms of gambling whilst allowing players to wager openly in others.
If you want to visit online casinos or even want to indulge in on-line sports betting then you should certainly get updated about the most recent information on any type of gambling ban imposed on the preferred form of wagering. While most betting websites publish standard information on bans, it is on yourself to check if any ban is imposed upon playing online craps, on-line slot machines, on line poker or online blackjack games, among others because in case you manage to win a ton of money then you must be able to receive that sum in your bank account in your own country without contravening any kind of gambling laws of your country. You just might find your winnings getting seized by the authorities or even might find yourself on the wrong side of the law even before you have a chance to rejoice your online win.
A number of states in the USA that had previously banned on-line betting are now considering diluting or revoking such bans because of loss of revenue since several websites had moved their particular operations to offshore destinations. However, various other nations too have changed their own laws and regulations regarding permitting or even banning specific kinds of gambling and you should first check in case gambling upon any kind of online game or perhaps sports activity is actually banned within your country before you put up any kind of deposit in a betting site or attempt to en-cash your own winnings. It's also advisable to check up on taxes that would be applicable on your winnings because you certainly would not like a phone call from the tax man once you receive your winnings. You ought to visit on-line forums as well as blogs, and go through regular betting articles to stay up to date about the latest occurrences within the online gambling world to be able to wager, win, and spend your money in a secure as well as legitimate way.
If you are considering moving your passion for gambling to online sites then you definitely should remember to stay on the right side of gambling laws in your country before you move your computer mouse in the direction of betting websites. It is vital to know if your country has enforced any betting ban upon a few or just about all forms of on-line gambling since your money as well as your independence should remain secure when you happily gamble upon numerous games as well as sports inside the virtual world.


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COUNTRY CROSSROADS - YOUR guide to an exciting and fresh adventure in locally grown food. The COUNTRY CROSSROADS map will lead you to more than 100 commodities you can purchase directly from our members.
We are an established CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) farm and also an educational non-profit (Live Earth Farm Discovery Program) located in the foothills of Mt. Madonna. Both winter and regular season CSA's available in Santa Cruz, Monterey and Santa Clara Counties. School tours welcome by appointment.
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By Jaclyn Crawfordon Jan 15, 2018
After a long day, sometimes it's just great to come home and relax. But did you know that the way you decorate your home can make a difference in your feelings and mood? If you're finding yourself coming home feeling stressed or grumpy, now might be the time to make a few changes.
However, you don't need the latest items to improve your mood at home. With a few simple changes or improvements, you can create a home you love to rest and relax in. Here's how interior design changes your mood and a few small ways you can improve it.
Wondering where to start when it comes to improving the look of your home? Contact an interior designer for quotes from local professionals in your area, for free!
The Power Of Interior Design
You may not have considered your interior design as a way to improve your mental and physical health, but you'll be surprised at what a difference it can make. Many come home at the end of the day with stress and tension. Stress can cause various issues with the immune, digestive and reproductive systems from working normally, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.
Your home should be a place that your stress is relieved and not a place where it grows. The way you design your home is one of the biggest influencers. "Coming home to an interior that is inviting and evokes positive moods is ultimately good for our general health and well-being, as our thoughts," Kristin Whalen, award-winning kitchen and bath designer, said.
Here are a few ways you can change your home design to influence your mood:
- Choose New Paint Colors
- Incorporate Greenery
- Improve Lighting
- Declutter & Organize
- Include Comfortable & Stylish Furniture
- Choose Décor That Makes You Happy
- Incorporate Feng Shui
- Hire An Interior Designer
1. Choose New Paint Colors
The color of a room can influence your mood in more ways than you think. The psychology of color is something interior designers consider when determining the paint for a room. "Color has the power to revitalize, to soothe, to inspire creativity and even to stimulate the appetite," Whalen said. "You will instantly feel the energy created by a red dining room, as well as the calm evoked by a blue bedroom. Choosing the right color is crucial to setting the tone and purpose of a room."
She adds that earth tones are a great way to promote an uplifting mood, as they connect you to nature. These are colors that can be used in any room of the home. Changing your paint color can be an easy and budget-friendly way to promote a positive atmosphere in your home.
2. Incorporate Greenery
Plants are a surprisingly easy way to change the ambiance of a room. Adding more houseplants to your home has many benefits. They are budget friendly, mood boosting and air purifying. "Plants not only improve the air quality in your home, but will also improve relaxation, inspiration and focus," Whalen said.
The best houseplants for your home are ones that are easy-to-care-for and are a style you love. After all, if you don't like the way a plant looks, it won't do much in improving your mood!
3. Improve Your Lighting
Another budget-friendly idea to improve the décor of your room is to change your lighting. Bright, harsh lamps and bulbs can cause feelings of sadness and negativity. Whalen suggests more natural light when possible.
"Natural lighting through windows has a very calming and peaceful effect on our moods and emotions whereas a lack of light and even poor artificial lighting can trigger depression," Whalen said. "To improve your mood, maximize as much natural light from the sun as possible."
If you have a room that doesn't allow for much natural light, if any, try using light fixtures with softer light bulbs to help. Or, use mirrors strategically to help reflect the natural light around the room.
4. Declutter & Organize
At the end of the day, the last thing I want to do is come home to a messy home. Often, decluttering can be the difference between a room you love and one you hate. Schedule some time to put away items and get rid of the things you don't use anymore.
However, if you're looking to stress less, hiring a professional organizer might be a worthwhile investment. The average cost to hire an organizer is $470, with most homeowners spending between $312 and $505.
5. Comfortable & Stylish Furniture
While you might choose the trendiest furniture for your home, take comfortability into consideration. When buying furniture, both factors are very important.
Patterns and textures are trending. If you have a comfortable couch you love, but might not be in style, try dressing it up with a couple of throw pillows and a blanket.
6. Incorporate Feng Shui
If you've never tried it before, incorporating some of the principles of Feng Shui can help to boost your mood. Simply by rearranging pieces in your home, you can change the atmosphere. Feng Shui focuses on specific rules to follow based on the energy you wish to create. To learn more, watch the video below:
7. Hire An Interior Designer
Some homeowners just don't even know where to begin when it comes to interior design, much less choosing décor to improve their mood. That's where an interior designer can help. They can take the ideas of what your perfect home looks like and turn it into a reality. The average cost to hire an interior designer is $4,735, with most homeowners spending between $2,008 and $4,927.
8. Choose Décor That Makes You Happy
When it comes down to it, you'll be happiest with décor you love. Although there are plenty of rules to follow, choose accessories, colors, and pieces that make you happy. You'll never boost your mood with décor that you aren't 100% in love with!
If you've been feeling gloomy at home lately, that could be a sign that it's time to change up your décor. In the end, choose items that make you happy! But it doesn't hurt to understand more of the psychology of how design works to help make those choices.


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Explore the Earth's atmosphere up to 120,000 miles
Source – WorldScienceFestival.com by Erica Rowell
Artist: Julie Rossman
Graphic artist Julie Rossman has created an infographic depicting the "aerial ocean" above the Earth's surface extending into space. It includes the location of:
- Project Loon Balloons
- Spy Planes
- Commercial Planes
- Ligthening & Weather
- Mount Everest
- Bumble Bees
- Military Drones
- Aurora Borealis
- Edge of Atmosphere
"Our atmosphere wasn't always as hospitable as it is now. It took billions of years for oxygen levels to rise enough to support oxygen-hungry animals like us. And as much as it supports us, we also influence it. In fact it's clear that our interactions with this dynamic force can change—and have profoundly changed—it. People of a certain age may remember spray deodorants and refrigerants like Freon. Those items are no longer around because it turned out that the chlorofluorocarbons they contained destroyed parts of the ozone layer. Through the Montreal Protocol countries around the world came together to phase out such ozone-depleting substances, and years later the effort is paying off. But there are still issues with our atmosphere, including the amount of pollution we are putting into it and the amount of heat-trapping gases like CO2 and methane we're adding to it. Seems like a smart idea to treat our atmosphere right." – Erica Rowell, World Science Festival


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"The Problem Solvers: Cities on the Front Lines of HIV/AIDS," An Atlantic Forum Presented by M•A•C AIDS Fund and UNAIDS
With Annie Lennox, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, Kingston Mayor Angela Brown Burke, Seed Global Health Co-Founder and CEO Vanessa Kerry; Monday, June 6; 3:30-6:30PM ET at The New York Public Library
Washington, D.C. and New York, NY (June 2, 2016)—Those whose work is shaping the world's response to HIV/AIDS—major city mayors, global health leaders, and advocates—will join together to address pervasive issues of equality and discrimination stemming from the disease for a Monday afternoon event in New York City. "The Problem Solvers: Cities on the Front Lines of HIV/AIDS," an Atlantic Forum presented by M•A•C AIDS Fund and UNAIDS, will take place on Monday, June 6 at 3:30PM ET at The New York Public Library.
The event is open to press. To be credentialed, please contact The Atlantic's Sydney Simon (email@example.com or 202.266.7338).
Through the lens of the role of cities in confronting HIV/AIDS, The Atlantic will ask: from Paris to Kingston to New York City, could the catalyst for universal change start in the city square? Sessions will focus on paths to improving systems for HIV/AIDS education, testing, and treatment; engaging marginalized populations around major health issues; and goal-setting and global leadership.
Speakers participating in the program include:
- Angela Brown Burke, Mayor of Kingston, Jamaica
- Demetre Daskalakis, Assistant Commissioner of the Bureau of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
- Mindy Fullilove, Professor of Clinical Sociomedical Sciences and Psychiatry, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health
- Anne Hidalgo*, Mayor of Paris, France
- Micheal Ighodaro, Program and Policy Assistant, AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition
- Vanessa Kerry, Co-Founder and CEO, Seed Global Health
- Annie Lennox*, Singer Songwriter, Activist, and UNAIDS Global Goodwill Ambassador
- Nancy Mahon*, Executive Director, M•A•C AIDS Fund
- Alexandre Mars, Founder and CEO, Epic Foundation
- James Nxumalo, Mayor of Durban, South Africa
- Cara Page, Executive Director, Audre Lorde Project
- Rebecca Rosen, Associate Director for Data Resources and Data Strategy at the Center for Urban Science and Progress, New York University
- Brad Sears, Founding and Executive Director, The Williams Institute, UCLA School of Law
- Michel Sidibé*, Executive Director, UNAIDS
- Matthew Slutsky, Managing Director of Partnerships, change.org
Conversations will be moderated by Alex Wagner, senior editor at The Atlantic, and journalist Indira Lakshmanan. A full agenda will be available in the coming days. For more details about the program, please visit TheAtlantic.com. (Note: An asterisk (*) indicates that a speaker is part of a session produced by the MAC AIDS Fund and UNAIDS, generous supporters of this event. Atlantic editorial has not participated in the programming of this session.)
The event is being held on the occasion of the UN General Assembly High-Level Meeting on HIV/AIDS and the Fast-Track Cities Initiative. Earlier in the day, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and Paris Mayor Hidalgo will join UNAIDS and partners to host an event, made possible by the M•A•C AIDS Fund, to advance action in ending the AIDS epidemic in cities by 2030 and achieve UNAIDS Fast-Track targets by 2020. For more information please contact Sophie Barton-Knott firstname.lastname@example.com or Maripat Finigan email@example.com.
About The Atlantic
Founded in 1857 and today one of the fastest growing media platforms in the industry, The Atlantic has throughout its history championed the power of big ideas and continues to shape global debate across print, digital, events, and video platforms. With its award-winning digital presence TheAtlantic.com and CityLab.com on cities around the world, The Atlantic is a multimedia forum on the most critical issues of our times—from politics, business, urban affairs, and the economy, to technology, arts, and culture. The Atlantic is the 2016 National Magazine of the Year. Bob Cohn is President of The Atlantic.


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The Streckfuss model C058 is designed to cut the leads of loose radial components with lead diameters up to .100".
The machine is supplied with a blank, unhardened shear plate at a thickness of .140". Custom hole patterns are quoted on a per order basis.
The C058 utilizes heavy cutting blade drawn across the bottom surface of the shear plate to provide the cutting action.
Technical Specifications
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University of Maine at Presque Isle Physical Education majors will present a costume-wearing, fun-having, fit-getting day of games and smiles when they host the 22nd semi-annual Fit and Fun Day Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to Noon on Saturday, Oct. 24 at UMPI's Gentile Hall. Local children in grades kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to participate in this free event. Registration will begin at 9 a.m., and those who arrive early will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity in the Art Corner.
Fit and Fun Day is designed to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles for local children, while at the same timing allowing Physical Education students to practice their teaching skills. PE majors have been hosting these twice-yearly events for more than 10 years.
"Fit and Fun is an awesome event," Adam Begos, one of the UMPI PE students organizing the event, said. "If you're a kid in grades K to 5, we'd love to have you join us as we promote FUN physical activity here in Aroostook County! Fit and Fun is the best way to spend your Saturday morning, so don't miss it!"
Various tag games, team activities, and cooperative activities are just a few of the ghoulish games on the event schedule. If the weather permits, kids may have the opportunity to participate in an activity outdoors, so plan to dress accordingly. Sneakers are a must for participation in this event, costumes are encouraged, and all are welcome to bring their own snack. Water will be available for all participants throughout the event, as well as complimentary coffee and tea for adults.
For those adults wishing to get in a little physical activity themselves, Gentile Hall's state-of-the-art track will be available, allowing guests to walk with an almost unimpeded view of the gym so they can watch their child take part in this fantastic event, all while modeling a healthy lifestyle.
At the conclusion of the event, the pool and the rock wall will be available from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Students who plan on taking advantage of the facilities will need to bring a swimsuit and towel, and parent/guardian supervision is required. Parents need to sign a release form, provided during registration, in order for their children to use the pool and rock wall.
Athletic Training students will also be on-site for "Boo Boo Patrol" while ensuring all participants stay hydrated and safe throughout the event.
This spooktacular event is sure to provide children with a fun-filled morning. For more information, call Christine Standefer at (207) 768- 9457 or email email@example.com.


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Monday CLOSED
Tuesday Appointment Only
Wednesday 10 AM – 9 PM
Thursday 10 AM – 9 PM
Friday 10 AM – 9 PM
Saturday 9 AM – 6 PM
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We believe that skin care and body rejuvenation are not just a luxury. We firmly believe that they are an essential body maintenance as an integral part of your total body care routine. Regular massages body and skin care go a long way toward helping you take care of yourself and accomplish more – of what matters to you support a well-balanced lifestyle.
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Blissful Oasis is trusted for our signature treatments, high quality ingredients and exquisite service. Our expert touch eliminates the stress and tension from your lives, restore the balance and help you enjoy your body – in a peaceful, harmonious atmosphere.
What makes our service truly unique is that we successfully bring the massage atmosphere to the clinical side of treatments. We help each individual meet their wellness goals by relaxing and releasing stress from the body (mental/physical). We also help people with health concerns and injuries.
Massage Benefits at Blissful Oasis
Increased circulation
Stimulate the lymph system
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Direct Billing
Blissful Oasis is pleased to offer the convenience service of Direct Billing through Telus Health & Provider Connect. Through Direct billing, we are able to bill the insurance company directly vs. you the client trying to pay and go through the hassle of submitting the receipt for reimbursement from the insurance company.
Our eClaims service streamlines the entire claims process with an easy-to-use online service. With eClaims, you can also reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
Our popular Swedish Massage helps relax the entire body. We use long gliding strokes to stretch the muscles in the direction of blood returning to the heart. While increasing the blood oxygen level, it decreases muscle toxins, and improves circulation and flexibility.
30 Minutes – $55
45 Minutes – $70
60 Minutes – $90
75 Minutes – $107.50
90 Minutes – $125
Our Hot Stone Massage therapy melts away tension, eases muscle stiffness and increases circulation. The smooth, flat, heated stones on specific parts of your body promote deeper muscle relaxation, easing tense muscles and restoring damage to soft tissues.
30 Minutes – $65
45 Minutes – $80
60 Minutes – $100
75 Minutes – $117.50
90 Minutes – $135
If you are averse to a hot stone massage, our cold stone massage is perfect for the invigoration you seek. Beyond reducing pain in injured muscles, the cold temperatures in the stones reduce nasal-sinus swelling and offers relief from headaches, migraine and allergies.
30 Minutes – $60
45 Minutes – $75
60 Minutes – $95
75 Minutes – $112.50
90 Minutes – $130
*Any massage longer than 30 minutes allow you to have other areas of the body treated as well.
Fast gaining popularity, our Cupping massage therapy provides a pleasant experience by removing blockades and thus reducing pain. Ancient Chinese medical maxims hold that pain results from the congestion and blockage of vital fluids, lymph, phlegm, and blood. Our cupping method breaks up the blockage to restore the body's natural flow of energy. It is also proven to release muscular and facial restrictions.
30 Minutes – $65
45 Minutes – $80
60 Minutes – $100
75 Minutes – $117.50
90 Minutes – $135
For expecting mothers, our prenatal massage can reduce muscular pain; relieve pain from leg cramps and the strain from new changes that frequently occur in the body. Our therapist's soothing hands can help you relax, gain energy and develop greater flexibility and gain awareness about the body to proactively participate in the process of childbirth. We use soft massage techniques to help release lower back pain, increase your emotional well-being and nurture the bodies of both mother and baby.
30 Minutes – $55
45 Minutes – $70
60 Minutes – $90
75 Minutes – $107.50
90 Minutes – $125
The benefits of an Aromatherapy session with Blissful Oasis are manifold. Some of the myriad health benefits include relieving stress, stabilizing your mood, improving sleep, pain, and nausea relief, and improving your memory and energy level.
30 Minutes – $60
45 Minutes – $75
60 Minutes – $95
75 Minutes – $112.50
90 Minutes – $130
An infusion to our Swedish Massage; peppermint essential oil can be used for stimulation of hair growth, calming nerves and easing tension caused by stress. Thus, promoting mental clarity and alleviating feelings of mental fatigue, tension & migraine headaches.
You will be pleased to know that our Therapeutic Massage treats both your scalp and body comprehensively.
30 Minutes – $60
45 Minutes – $75
60 Minutes – $95
75 Minutes – $112.50
90 Minutes – $130
*Any massage longer than 30 minutes allow you to have other areas of the body treated as well.
This is our signature line and it is no surprise why Blissful Oasis is acclaimed far and wide for it. For one, BOS facial is customizable for all skin types. If you want to maintain your skin's appearance and prevent future impurities, our BOS Facial is highly recommended.
Anti-aging facial offers many advantages. At Blissful Oasis, our anti-aging facial not only reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; it can make your skin more elastic and supple.
A highly effective treatment that helps soothe acne, unclog pores and prevent future breakouts without using extractions allowing the skin to repair naturally.
At Blissful Oasis, we tailor the right peel service after the right consultation with you to determine which peel would best suit your wants and needs.
Peels are an ideal treatment for people with damaged skin; the treatments are beneficial for everyone. The process does many things for the skin, such as lighten sun damage, minimize the look of fine lines, improve acne, and even the overall texture — all while giving you instantly radiant, glowing skin.
Deep exfoliation or peeling of old dry aged skin
Stimulation of new collagen production
Rejuvenate the skin and remove wrinkles and fine lines
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Smoother skin
Younger looking, fresh and glowing skin
Blissful Oasis clients are proud of our Lactic Peel Start Up signature line and for all the right reasons.
Our treatment is designed to dramatically improve your skin's texture and tone. The Blissful Oasis Lactic Peel Start Up treatment can gently eliminate the surface layer of dead, damaged cells, making way for a brighter, clearer skin.
BOS Lactic Peel Start Up
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Super Dehydrated Maturing Skin
Dry/ Sensitiv
Dry/ Acne Oily/ Acne Prone
What is the purpose of Lactic Acid?
Lactic acid has many beneficial uses such as improving skin tone; reduce the appearance of pores, dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles. It also deep cleanses, exfoliates and promotes skin renewal.
When is the right time to get a peel treatment done?
You can get a peel treatment done at any time. Please remember to avoid any hair removal or exfoliating your skin approximately one week prior to your appointment.
What to expect when getting a peel done?
When you get a peel done, you can expect slight tingling to mild itching. Rest assured both are normal reactions.
What to expect after getting a peel done? (Post Treatment)
Please note that after getting a peel done, your skin will feel dry for some time. There will also be shedding of dead skin cells, flakiness and dry patches but it will be temporary.
These are all normal experiences and actually a good sign of post-treatment. For the next few days, avoid saunas, waxing, laser treatments, exfoliation, botox and remember to wear SPF.
After every peel treatment, our certified Salima Skin Solutions Specialist will incorporate a post-home care regiment to ensure optimum results. This helps ensure the highest success each time with our valued clients.
How often should you get lactic peel treatments done?
Blissful Oasis recommends one treatment every 4 weeks. This gives your skin the time it needs to renew itself until the next treatment.
At Blissful Oasis, we use nothing but the finest. We use Epillyss Wax, which is gentle enough to be used on all skin types' especially sensitive skin. Epillyss wax is made with the finest natural ingredients and sticks only to the hair and not your skin, reducing the pain levels.
Épillyss is acclaimed Canada-wide for the quality of their waxes. It is also the reference mark of the best institutes and spas. Now exclusively offered to you at Blissful Oasis.
Waxing Menu
Eyebrows – $10
Upper Lip – $10
Full Arms – $25
Half Arms – $15
Full Legs – $45
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Underarms – $15
Chin – $10
Chest – $30
Full Back – $40
Lower Back – $25
Side Burns & Cheeks – $20
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Generally, within 3 to 6 months after treatment concludes, many cases can be settled.
Each injury and each accident, of course, are unique and different so there's no pat answer as to how long it should take to settle a case. I find that generally, within three to six months after an individual has completed their medical treatment, however long that might take, you will have an idea of whether or not litigation is going to be necessary on the case, or, if it's one that can be settled on a pre-suit basis.


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Jahreszeiten chandelier - Autumn
$ 3,752.30
The Jahreszeiten (the German word for seasons) chandelier belongs to the most exclusive interior accessories from Anthologie Quartett. Decorate your own chandelier and go with the seasons. The leaves and prisms are obtainable separately and enable you to redecorate simply in the variants of spring, summer, autumn, winter or ice age. The standard metal structure is provided with a lavish bronze patina, silver, gold and white.
- Design by: Michael Topor
- Manufacturer Model number(s): MT01.05.05.03 | MT01.05.07.03 | MT01.05.09.03
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Medium:Diameter: 27.5" (70cm) x height:21.6" (55cm)
Large:Diameter: 35.4" (90cm) x height: 25.6" (65cm)
- Finish: Bronze
- Lamping type: Halogen
- Lamping: 10 x 25W B15d Halogen (included) + 5 x candle
- Material(s): Iron, Crystal
- Socket type: B15d
- Connection type: Hardwire
- Country of manufacturer: Germany


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Single Stage Vacuum Generators: TD & TDRH Series
Straight through vacuum passage allows material to pass directly through the pump with no reduction of vacuum flow. Ideal for transporting or conveying solid materials which is entrained in the vacuum flow of atmosphere air through the pump. Vacuum flow applications also include removal of air or other gasses from a process vessel, chamber, tank or some other closed systems. Vacuum levels to 24.5"Hg.
When choosing from the chart below:
"M" Generators produce MEDIUM vacuum levels with lower air usage
"L" Generators produce LOW vacuum levels with very low air usage
"A" diameter indicates the size of the straight through vacuum passage.
Diameters up to 5/16" for TD models and up to 2" for TDRH models.
Full Dimensions
TD Series
TDRH Series
How TD Series Works
Compressed air
flows through a small annular opening to generate a high velocity.
This air expands into an unobstructed vacuum passage allowing solid
material to flow through the pump with no decrease in vacuum flow.
for Minimal Air Usage
Vacuum Levels
Depends on the application,
High, Medium, or Low:
• Select an H Model when
maximum vacuum level is
required, 25-28"Hg
When lower vacuum levels
satisfy the requirement:
• Select an M Model for 15-20"Hg
• Select an L Model for 8-12"Hg
This results in a substantial
reduction in air usage.
Vacuum Flow
Substantial vacuum flow is developed at low operating pressures when using
Models H, M or L.
• Initially the curves are very steep.
The operating pressure at 40-50 psi
provides maximum vacuum flow.
• Higher pressures do not increase the vacuum flow but will increase
air usage.
• Paper Feeding Systems
• Printing Presses
• Vacuum Chucks
• Photoprocessing
• Sheet Metal Lifters
• Packaging Machinery
• Food Processing Machinery
• Air Sampling
• Dental Equipment
• Gas and Liquid Mixing
• Air Cooling
• Wire Wiping
• Thread Removal in Textiles
• Disposal of Paper Cuttings
• Loose Scrap Removal in Dies
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Chessity diplomas at the Santa Cruz School
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The Santa Cruz School in São Paulo, Brazil, adopted "Chessity" for the chess class. Students learn Chess with joy and receive diplomas each time they reach a level!
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