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Normally, your two eyes work together in a synchronized fashion. In order for this to happen, both eyes must have about the same vision and focusing ability. If there's a misalignment, and the eyes do not look in the same direction together, the condition is known as strabismus. Most cases occur in children. Strabismus is divided into different categories, depending on which direction the eye strays. When one eye turns inward, this is called esotropia, or "crossed eyes." When an eye turns outward it is called exotropia.
Many factors may cause strabismus; however, most children are simply born with the condition, or develop it early in life. If you see any sign of crossed eyes or other strabismus in your child, have them undergo a complete eye exam as soon as possible. The earlier treatment is started, the better the chance of restoring normal sight. Left untreated, the child could develop permanent visual problems, including "lazy eye," and trouble with depth perception.
In addition to offering treatment for strabismus in Rochester / Detroit, Dr. Weingarten specializes in refractive laser eye surgery. He is proud of his reputation as a foremost Detroit LASIK eye surgery specialist. Dr. Weingarten also performs cataract surgery and has helped numerous cataracts Detroit patients restore youthful vision without glasses. At his beautifully appointed facility, patients can also undergo an array of general eye care procedures, including presbyopia evaluation and management and glaucoma therapy.
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Episode #6: Diva Throw Down
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Phillip Bryant shares his R&B Divas: LA experience in his very own blog! As Diva Lil' Mo's husband and manager, he knows first-hand about all the drama we don't get to see! Find out how he met his diva wife and what he really thinks of all the drama!

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Catfight Breaks Out over Swine Flu in NYC Subway Car
Lawrence Delevingne for Business Insider: If you think tensions over swine flu are exaggerated, think again.
We saw a violent altercation between two women this morning on the New York City subway because of H1N1.
The D train was traveling south from Rockefeller Center (50th Street) to Bryant Park (42nd Street) shortly after 8:00 am. One woman, perhaps 5'7", slightly overweight and with dyed reddish blond hair, was coughing without covering her mouth. Maybe it was swine flu, maybe not.
Another woman, roughly 5'2", stocky, with her blond hair in a slicked-back bun, was nearby, clearly displeased. She made a curt comment to the first woman, something to the effect of "you need to cover your mouth -- I don't want swine flu."
The second woman continued to yell at the cougher, berating her until she reacted, beginning to curse back. It escalated, and the accosting woman yelled "get the conductor!"
No one got the conductor -- it just seemed like a shouting match -- but as the train pulled into 42nd Street, the coughing woman spit on the other, provoking what sounded like a punch from the reaction of the crowd (we didn't directly see it). Then the cougher attempted to exit the train as the doors were open, but the second woman grabbed her by the back of the hair, violently yanking her down to the floor.
The last action happened directly in front of us. The cougher got up, yelling and cursing, but was escorted out of the train by what appeared to be a friend. Your correspondent, who had been sleepily reading about CIT's bankruptcy filing, held the shorter woman back, who kept screaming as the second woman left the train.
Mercifully, the train doors closed, separating the two women, and continued to 34th Street.
Most passengers shook their heads at the absurdity of the situation.
But more than a few sympathized with the woman who was coughed on. "She wasn't even covering her mouth," said one woman. "That sh-t was going all over the train."
Added a male witness: "I could have decked her too. That swine flu is treacherous."
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Maybe if the government could get out enough vacine for everyone, instead of scary the sh&t out of everyone about catching it, people wouldn't be soo stressed about it.
I think the lady could have left it at the comment about covering the mouth. She provoked the other lady BUT if someone spit on me I probably would have decked them too.
Swine flu or not, it is common courtesy to cover your mouth when you cough….someone didn't have any home training….maybe neither of these women….


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Crazy AMAZING, that is. I take crazy as a compliment, hopefully their studio does too! The design studio Carnovsky unveiled some amazing RGB designed wallpaper that needs red, blue, and green light (and amazing secondary results!) to reveal the true depth of the work. Warning: these images are freaking amazing. CRAZY amazing. Thanks, Creative Review!
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Ross Lovegrove's 100% Lamp
Italian lighting manufacturer Danese has commissioned designer Ross Lovegrove for a fixture called the 100% Lamp – a simple, controllable fixture with an interesting design feature – the circuitry is on the outside of the lamp: The design is simple and elegant – bent aluminum sheet with a white paint coat, and the circuitboard/control affixed. […]100% Lamp, Danese, fixture, interior design, LED, Luminaire Design, Milan, Ross Lovegrove
Gwenael Nicolas' Mist Bench
Gwenael Nicolas' invention, the Mist Bench, is an interesting creation of a seat and an interactive object. The fibers in the bench, a coarse blend of optical fibers, respond to people as they get closer to the bench. The entire bench has been hand-knotted – for me, that's one of the coolest things about it. […]Fiber Senseware, Gwenael Nicolas, Milan, Mist Bench
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Oh, how I wish I was able to be sitting in Milan right now enjoying Milan Design Week. Yamagiwa is getting an awfully generous amount of really nice design work lately – the retailer just got this fixture from Studio Ito for their retail collection, entitled Kigokoro – a fixture "formed by many limbs, in […]Fixtures, Kigokoro, LED, Milan, Studio Ito, Uamagiwa


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Invest in 3 'Quality' Transportation Companies
Zain is a member of The Motley Fool Blog Network -- entries represent the personal opinion of the blogger and are not formally edited.
Investors seem to be increasingly asking the question: What is the fair price for a quality transportation company? With many traditional valuation methodologies reverting to mean historical multiples, investors could make the case that many transportation stocks are nearing 'full' valuation. However, with lower multiples relative to other large industrial companies and near top quartile return generation, certain 'quality' stocks within the group deserve a wider comparison universe apart from the usual suspects.
In this note, we take a fresh view on valuation for the largest and highest return companies. Slow growth and a rapidly appreciating market make stock picking a challenge for sell-side analysts and investors alike. It is surely acknowledged that upside from here in many stocks is challenging, at least through the cautious outlook. However, the chase for yield is powerful and has us revisiting what to pay for the high return generators in the transportation group.
Screening the best transportation companies
We run a screening test on three filters:
1) Capital returns
2) Cash flow generation
3) Annual earnings growth
Results highlight that top performing transportation companies Canadian Railways (NYSE: CNI), Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) and United Parcel Services (NYSE: UPS) screen favorably relative to both respective sub-sector and industrial peers, making a strong case for the 'top-quality transport companies.' These three companies ranked in the top two quartiles in terms of capital returns and potential earnings growth, while also screening favorably in terms of cash flow generation:
*Qtl denotes Quartile.
Union Pacific remains a top holding
Admittedly, Union Pacific's share performance this year (+9% vs. S&P) has captured a majority of the expected upside. But with an improving return and cash generation profile as well as higher near-term growth expectations, the shares are expected to benefit from an improved relative multiple, similar to other large industrial companies.
The railroad has been one of the most popular transportation companies at the Street for its potential growth. Its western network has helped it to benefit from the rising demand for crude oil in domestic energy markets. Not only this, the network has also helped the company to transport automotives and hence benefit from the rapidly surging US auto SAAR (seasonally adjusted auto rate).
However, this should not mean the peak for Union Pacific. The company is still expected to make a business of $850 million by transporting crude oil by 2014. This would equal almost 4% of the overall revenue for the company. Also, the carrier is expected to benefit from pricing gains in its southern network where it is operating on near capacity conditions.
In the long run, the company is expected to achieve an operating ratio of 65% by focusing on price gains and cost efficiency. This could help the company to make an incremental EPS of $12, 45% more than current levels.
United Parcel's cash generation makes solid case for higher multiple
United Parcel's integrated business model is the global standard for package operators. The company generates some of the highest financial returns within the industrial universe and arguably has a lower beta (+3% vs. S&P). United Parcel's cash flow profile suggests the shares are relatively attractive within a broader industrial universe.
UPS and other integrators face challenges in a slow growth global economy as supply chains focus on cost containment and shipment urgency decreases. However, unlike others, UPS has nonetheless been able to drive slight earnings expansion in this period. UPS's conservative capital management and higher network profitability are likely to aid the company's shares over the near-term. Moreover, given that UPS is trading at a discount to the industry, 8-11% capital appreciation is possible in the case of multiple expansion.
Canadian National: consistent results should alleviate near-term pressure
Canadian National's market valuation suffered from recent operational challenges, but with industry-leading returns, investors are expected to come back to the story as the year progresses. Historically, returns generated at Canadian National were a bit more cyclical, but through the last cycle the company has benefited from cost improvements, favorable end markets and pricing gains that lead us to believe that higher returns may be here to stay.
Moreover, cash flow levels have risen and seem to be steady at these higher levels reflecting Canadian National's dominant position within respective markets. Managements' capital spending has also translated to higher profitability and shareholders are being rewarded with high cash distributions.
Lastly, the company is expected to demonstrate a meaningful shift in the return profile. Lower equity risk profiles should translate to a richer valuation over the passage of time.
Final word
On the basis of capital returns, cash flows generation and annual earnings growth, Union Pacific, Canadian National Railways and United Parcel Service seem to be the best companies in the transportation space.
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Our work is built upon the generosity of people wanting to donate to help kids in need from all over the world. Ever wonder where your donations go? Watch this short video from The Julia Project's founder, Jill Carty, on location in Vignier, Haiti.
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TO BE OR NOT TO BE is the ultimate question when you have cancer. A new study reveals that 18 percent of U.S. cancer survivors, or more than two million persons, did not get needed medical services because they didn't have the money to pay for them.
Cost concerns have posed a threat to cancer survivorship for some time, reports Bloomberg Businessweek, particularly with the advent of new, life-prolonging treatments. This study raises troubling conerns about the long-term survival and quality of life.
"We've known for a long time that cancer can have a negative impact on the financial health of survivors," explains the study lead author Kathryn E. Weaver at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. "But we didn't know what implications this financial stress might have for their ongoing medical care, even long after their diagnosis."
It's a concern because it is recognized that cancer survivors have numerous medical needs that persist for years after their diagnosis and treatment, Weaver emphasized.
Researchers used data from the U.S. National Health Interview Survey, from 2003 to 2006. Finds are based on a sample of 6,602 adult cancer survivors, 9 years after diagnosis, and 104,364 people with no history of cancer.
The nearly 18 percent of cancer survivors, an estimated 2 million-plus Americans, went without one or more medical services because of financial worries. The younger survivors, those under age 65, were one-and-a-half to two times more likely to forgo or delay medical services, according to the study.
Cancer survivors said the prevalence of foregoing care in the past year due to a lack of money was: 7.8 percent for medical care, 9.9 percent for prescription medications, 11.3 percent for dental care and 2.7 percent of mental health care.
One of the chief problems involved lack of insurance, particularly for follow-up care.
Jeanie M. Barnett, with CancerCare, a New York City-based nonprofit support group for cancer patients, provides co-payment assistance for certain cancer medications.
"Cancer is a very expensive disease and is it's becoming more and more expensive," Barnett told Businessweek. "The costs of the drug are going up. So, too, is the proposition that the patient pays out of pocket."
The Journal of the American Medical Assn. recently reported that the direct costs of cancer has swollen from $27 billion in 1990 to more than $90 billion in 2008.
It's been found by other studies that the uninsured account for some 4 percent of newly diagnosed cancer cases, and about 4 percent of cancer deaths, says Time, adding that the new study suggests that far more than the uninsured are struggling with medical bills. Those survivors with insurance may still have difficulty paying for copays, deductibles and care not covered by their plan.
The study was published online June 14 in Cancer, a journal of the American Cancer Society.
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Boxing Legend Laila Ali Shares Her Best Fit and Foodie Secrets
Written on June 20, 2013 at 9:48 am , by FITNESS Intern
Written by Chloe Metzger, editorial intern
Boxing champ and fitness expert Laila Ali (you know, daughter of the Muhammad Ali) may have retired from the ring six years ago, but that doesn't mean her fighting days are done. The mom of two is now battling a new opponent: age.
Laila has teamed up with Pfizer's "Get Old" campaign to redefine the way we think about health as we grow older, explaining how wellness today will impact our tomorrows. "It's a simple message," says Ali. "How great is it to be preventative when you're young, before you do get older and do start having problems?" And as the undefeated Super Middleweight Champion of our generation, she definitely knows her way around fit living. We chatted with the athlete to find out how she conquers motherhood, health and her hectic schedule…without feeling old.
You're a mom, an author, a cook and a fitness fanatic. Wow! With such a busy agenda, how do you find time to exercise?
Being a mom makes it harder. I can't just do what I want, when I want, so I have to really make sure that it's a priority to get my workout in early. Some days, I just don't make it; there's too much going on and I can't do it, but I don't beat myself up about it. I focus more on my health because I'm getting older and I want to make sure that I'm thinking about being here for my kids and living a long life.
Very wise. Other than being busy, how has your workout routine changed since you hung up your gloves?
I was boxing before I had kids, so the difference is that I'm not a professional athlete anymore, when it was my job to train. Before, I had to do it in order to compete. Now, I don't. Instead of boxing, I'm doing things that other people do, like running, Spinning and Pilates. I'm trying new things that I'm not necessarily going to injure myself trying to do.
If you could only do one boxing move for the rest of your life to keep fit and toned, what would that be?
Hit the heavy bags! That's what we do—we punch. I'm hitting something; it's not a person, it's a bag, and I can do everything that I've learned. I can do a jab or an uppercut, and I'm working my full body.
A big congrats, by the way, on making it to the final round on Chopped: All Stars! What's your favorite memory from the show?
The whole entire show was fun, but being competitive again was great. I love being competitive—that's my thing. Make it a competition and I'm in it all the way.
What healthy snack do you love to quickly whip up?
If I have a sweet tooth, it's going to be Greek yogurt. I'll sprinkle on a little bit of Xylitol, a sugar replacement, to sweeten it. Because if you buy yogurt sweetened, there's a lot of sugar in it. So I get the plain Greek yogurt and add a little bit of fruit; maybe some granola and nuts. If I want vegetables, I'll probably do kale—bake it and make kale chips.
Yum! We love Greek yogurt. And kale. So now that you've finished Chopped, what can we expect from you next?
I'm getting into the cooking space. That's part of the reason I went on Chopped. That was a great experience for me; it gave me a lot of credibility. I would love to do a cooking lifestyle show. I also have a line of hair-styling tools. I have a lot going on!
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Star Chef Aaron Sanchez Amps Up Your Football Snacks!
Written on October 29, 2012 at 12:26 pm , by FITNESS Intern
Written by Jennifer Fiorentino, editorial intern
If you're looking to tackle your Monday night football snack lineup, we have just what you need (minus the shoulder pads). PopChips, along with Iron Chef America and Chopped star Aaron Sanchez, have teamed up to give you a new fall recipe perfect to pair with a crisp, fall beer. What could scream "football season" more?
"These cemita sandwiches are my version of the classic sub, full of flavor and healthy goodness," Sanchez says. "By grilling the chicken and using nutrient-rich avocado instead of mayonnaise, we take out some of the unnecessary fats. Salsa Tortilla PopChips are the perfect complement – their sweet and salty flavors enhance the smoky heat of the sandwich." We guarantee these won't make it to half time.
Grilled Chicken Cemitas and Garlic-Chipotle Love Sauce with Salsa Tortilla PopChips
Serves 4
210 calories per sandwich
For the Cemitas:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 ripe avocado
- Juice of 1 lime
- 4 Cemita rolls (or hamburger rolls with sesame seeds)
- Olive oil
- 1 cup refried beans, warmed
- 8 oz. oaxaca or mozzarella cheese, grated
- 1 tomato, sliced
- Thinly sliced lettuce
- Fresh cilantro leaves
For the Garlic-Chipotle Love Sauce:
- 1 cup canola oil
- 12 garlic cloves
- 3 Tbsp. canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- Zest of 1 lime
- 2 tsp. kosher salt
Categories: Healthy Eating, The Fit Stop | Tags: Aaron Sanchez, Chopped, football, Iron Chef America, PopChips, snacks
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I can see why Principal Keener had to get out. It has gone from worse to terrible in 0-60 flat. The sad thing is for once it is not the teachers or leadership. It is the lack of parent involvement and the entitlement attitude of the students and their parents. I can see why they are a priority school and title one. parents need to get off their duffs and cellphones, learn English and get with it. Our kids are the ones suffering. Pulling my kids out of here after 3 years. There is a reason why they are 1% in testing MEAPs. It is not the principal or the teachers its the kids/parents. Very sad state of affairs in the WCS as the kids rule the school, not the teachers and other leadership.
I have a 19 yr old that went through the Romeo School District. We still live in Romeo, but we drive my young son to Sterling Heights every day, because this school seems to be the best around for the early years. My son is only in Kindergarten, so I can't speak for the other grades. But I can say that the kindergarten teachers are doing such a wonderful job. There is a free after-school reading program enhancing the reading skill for kids in all grades, including Kindergarten. I believe that all the kids in my son's class can read to some ability. They do simple addition AND subtraction. And they even have simple social studies activities. I don't know how a Kindergarten could be better. The principle, Mr. Keener, seems to be able to set the tone for the school - caring, supportive, and strong. The school seems to have a good cohesion between the administrators, the teachers, the supporting roles, the parents, and the children. I also want to add that the diversity in the school is wonderful to see.
Harwood has been a great school for many years.... Every school has its good and bad points....its good and bad moments. A child decides year to year which teachers he/she might like and learn from. Didn't you when you were growing up? Every teacher is not the same....they're people just like you....all different. Just as teachers are different from each other, so too are principals. The current principal is doing the best job he knows how to do. So too, the past principals did the best job they could do.
It is a dream for us parents to hear from our pride and joy how much they truly enjoy school and how excited to be there they are. Mr.Keener and his staff have truly made Harwood Elementary their A1 commitment to being the best. The staff are dedicated professionals who strive for the best from our kids. All we hear about is Mr. Rayshouny and how great he is, very tough, but yet how fair he is as well and the kids love him for that. He puts his heart and soul into those kids and they all come away lauging and learning. My kids don't even have him for a teacher yet they feel like he cares for them just as much as his own class. Mrs. Macha is another teacher who stands out who wears her heart on her sleeve for these kids. We are blessed to be here.
Mr. Keener and his wonderful staff have come a long way in the past few years. The school was in a shambles before him. Now there has been a complete turn around. The teachers care a great deal about our kids. Test scores and learning have improved dramatically. All of the teachers and staff are dedicated to thge well being of our kids. Great Job Harwood Staff !
We are very happy with Harwood school! My daughter has attended Harwood for the past 3 years and I am continually impressed with the care and skill the teachers use to encourage and assist the students with the school year as well as keep the parents up to date on their progress! Our new principal is outstanding as well as the new office staff. I cannot say enough about these patient and compassionate professionals. I have seen them in action and any school would be lucky to have them! Lucky for us they currently reside at Harwood!
I have never been more dissappointed with a school. The overall individual attention given to children that have problems with learning in math and other studies is very low. The teachers will not cooperate with parents to help their children suceed. If a child can not keep up with the rest of the class they get left behind hoping that a different teacher next year can fix the problem this school is very unorganized and I can tell you that my child will not be attending there next year.
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Considering the stress and the pressure that people often have to deal with in their final year in high school, It is not surprising that most would get into gap year programs instead. Many feel that college can be delayed a bit. So, if you're interested in such an option, better know what awaits you first.
Some people might not be really that familiar about how things work. So, it's not a surprise if many of them might raise an eyebrow when somebody they know expresses interest in taking part of the program. However, if they'll weigh the pros and the cons, they'll appreciate the setup later on.
This can also be a good way for people to get another chance at getting admitted to their ideal school. If they failed on their first attempt. They can use this chance to get accepted for the kind of program they wish to get admitted at. For instance, they can use this time to come up with a good project so their applications gets reconsidered.
People will find that the opportunities available for them when taking part of such a program tend to be unlimited there are way too many things that they can choose to do with the free time that they have. It is a good thing if you figure out what it is that you want to do first so you can make the most out of the experience.
There are currently a number of available schools around that should offer these gap year programs. It is advised that you should choose the right ones though. Take advantage of the presence of all these possible options first so you can tell whether you are headed towards the right direction or not.
It is not really an issue about how you are trying to derail your original plans of attending a university, passing your course, and then becoming the professional you want to become. This is just merely a time off that you are taking so you can clearly get things in proper perspective. So, you get better chances at succeeding.
Understand that undertaking this challenge can be a little pricey. So, it helps that you will plan ahead of time about how you would want things to get done. You need such a plan to ensure that you would be as successful as you can be when going through such a challenge. More importantly, prepare yourself financially too.
Some people would very much like the idea of being able to sign up for a program that will make it possible for them to go for choices that will help them generate extra income in the process. This is highly possible though. All that pone has to do is find those that offer a program with a compensation.
You must understand that for your attempt at gap year programs to succeed, proper preparation is necessary. You cannot just go through such a feta without making sure that everything else is laid out as efficiently as they ought to be. So, know what are the things you are supposed to take into account and ensure that they're exactly what you'll do.
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I don't know about you, but I've never been one for the thematic holiday dressing. I don't wear green on St. Patty's Day, I don't get down with pink on Valentine's Day, and I think it's pretty safe to say that only way I'd sport Easter pastels is if someone had kidnapped my boyfriend and threatened to dangle him off the top of the Prudential Building by his baby toe unless I wore yellow. That is a bit extreme, but you get my gist. In the spirit of anti-thematic dressing, we've compiled a list of what we deem the best non-cliche Independence Day outfits. Enjoy!
1. The Borderline Tee by Free People: The ultimate summer tee! The creamy off-white color perfectly compliments a July 4th tan. Throw it on over a bikini or pair with some slouchy shorts and flippy floppies for a casual holiday weekend look.
2. The Crochet Tank by Unif: Who said your beach look has to be made up of soffe shorts and a ratty old college tee? A soft crocheted tank will keep you warm when the sun sets on your beach barbecue.
3. The Kimono Top by Lucca Couture: A true child of the 9o's, I'm downright tickled pink that the tie front shirt has made a resurgence. This eastern-inspired top features a pretty bohemian summer print. It looks great on it's own, or paired with a sun dress for some added warmth.
4. The New Peace Baggy Boy Tank by Wildfox: No summer wardrobe is complete without at least one super soft, slouchy piece by Wildfox. The cuts are amazing, the quality of the fabric is high, and the tongue-in-cheek graphics are so on point it's ridiculous. Seriously.
5. The Tea Top in Pink Hearts by Unif: This sweet and girly crop top would look amazing paired with highwaisted-shorts and some strappy sandals. Throw your hair in a simple top knot for a no-fuss weekend updo.


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as if being a tenager isnt already hard enough, having a peanut allergy is just that extra thing you have to worry about. im 15, so naturally i want to be in relationships and more importantly i want to kiss boys. haha im being as blunt as possible but its the easiest way for me to express it. i really would like to know how long I would have to wait until i can kiss/ makeout with a guy, after he's had something with peanuts in it? and how can i ask if he had them without it like killing any chance of something happening?
keep in mind that my allergy isnt so severe that the smell of peanuts or being around them would cause a reaction but my allergist said if i ate them or came in contact like that i had a 95% chance of anayphlaxis and i was like a level 5 or 6 on the RAST test. with this info can anyone help me out? it would be appreciated lots.(:
peanut free since 1994(:
A study was done on this (and I posted about this recently somewhere) but in short--peanut protein can stay in the mouth/in saliva for hours.
Brushing teeth does not help, drinking does not help, waiting an hour does not help.
The only thing that WAS shown to help is if the person who ate peanut products ate a non peanut meal sometime afterwards.
My advice--no kissing if the person has eaten peanuts unless you've waited several hours and they've had a non peanut meal.
Why not let your date know about your allergy and ask that they refrain from eating peanuts when with you? Or mention your allergy very early on in the date/relationship etc.
Also--please PLEASE make sure to always carry your EpiPen! :)
Hope this helps!
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Founder of http://www.bestallergysites.com/
Your Food Allergy and Gluten Free Guide, and the largest Internet directory of allergy related companies, sites, and blogs.
Disclaimer: I'm a food allergy advocate and mom of a food allergic child. I am NOT an allergist. My comments are based on my research and experiences. Please speak to your doctor regarding medical concerns.
Take it from me, a 19 year girl with an extreme PA, it's not a good idea to even be dating a boy that would eat something containing peanuts knowing he is going to see you. even if he uses mouth wash and brushes, i'd still be very weary.
a girl with PA shouldn't be dating a guy who is extremely fond of peanuts.nuts! They sure can cause you trouble if you're allergic to them — and a growing number of kids are these days.When someone has a food allergy, his or her body sort of misfires. Instead of treating a nut or peanut like any old food, the body reacts as if the nut or peanut is harmful. In an attempt to protect the body, the immune system produces antibodies (special chemicals designed to fight infections) against that food.that's not the case with non allergic guy z.
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Homo Hip-hop
by Joshua Klipp
A slinky, sexy, tautly muscled man named Krylon piles bound, braided hair atop his head. Wearing silver Spandex with stiletto heels and standing in the middle of a busy downtown San Francisco crosswalk while high-kicking, head cocked to one side, he's queen-screaming into a bullhorn, "SAN FRANCISCO, OOHH, WHAT'S UP HEE- EEEYY??!!"
Streaming passersby do not bat an eye. This scene from SF's queer hip hop duo Double Duchess' latest music video, "Bucket Betch" defines not only San Francisco in 2012, but the next generation of Bay Area queer hip hop.
It's nearly a decade now since trailblazing hip-hop Queer-os (queer heroes) like Oakland's black and queer Deep Dickcollective, San Francisco transman Katastrophe, Los Angeles based transwoman Foxxjazell, and West Coast lesbians JenRo and Julie Potter finger-nailed, scraped and mic-smashed their way into the hyper masculine and strictly heterosexual world of hip hop.
This dauntless coterie spun and spat rhymes while unapologetically queer and now, a new generation of queer hip-hop homos almost luxuriously rap, sing, shimmy or vogue their way through tracks that talk, sing or are about their queerness if they feel like it, or about something else if they don't. Standing on the shoulders of hard-hitting, insistently out predecessors, this new crop of players often times gets to simply focus on making hot music. And it is a near tsunami of musical, lyrical, and visual heat.
Double Duchess
One half d.a.v.O., one half Krylon, and one hundred percent infective campy electro hop, Double Duchess' new club-ringing anthem "Bucket Betch" repeatedly and correctly asserts that they are "popping up and taking over the place."
DD's first EP, "Hey Girl," released last March to a packed Rickshaw Stop, and is available on iTunes. It's the production brainchild of d.a.v.O., a Baltimore native who grew up on go-go music, the Beastie Boys, and a score of punk DJs. A percussionist by training, d.a.v.O. broke into the business as a member of Jepetto, a late '90s early 2k alternative rock/funk/hip hop and punk band that featured on the Warped Tour.
After moving to San Francisco, d.a.v.O. met the inimitable Krylon and, when Krylon showed up to jam sessions and started "lacing tracks, talking shit and getting sassy about something", Double Duchess was born.
Their "Bucket Betch" music video, made by volunteer friends, performers and filmmakers, caught attention as far as The Huffington Post, which declared it "San Francisco's newest queer hip-hop anthem." In the video, Krylon, who names Peaches, Chaka Khan, and De La Soul as influences, testifies to his declaration that, "You can't perform our stuff half-ass!" and brings half of San Francisco's most beautiful queers along with him on teetering high-heeled walks through the Mission, sparkler-waving bicycle rides through the Castro, fierce vogueing on BART platforms, and back alley dance parties choreographed by d.a.v.O.'s partner, Antone Martinez.
DD recently blew audience brain matter on the SF MOMA's Catwalk at an event for the Jean Paul Gaultier exhibit, and the resulting swarm of photo and autograph-seekers took 20 minutes to unravel. This fall they'll release an album of remixes. In the meanwhile, they will light up venues around the Bay Area not only with their kaleidoscopically high energy live performances, but also their line-out-the-door popular new clubs "Swagger Like Us" (El Rio) and "Church" (Public Works, produced with Peaches Christ). For more info and upcoming dates, check out Double Duchess' website at www.doubleduchess.com.
Micah Tron
It's a Saturday, almost midnight, and the stacked speakers nearly scrape the ceiling at the Mission's hottest new venue, Public Works. DJ Rapidfire makes a decibel-splitting introduction, and moments later the crowd twitches to cranking beats like a pulsating beefed-up muscle on Melky Cabrera's backside as lesbian rapper Micah Tron (pronounced Mee-kah Trawn) instructs the packed room of hipsters to "back it up and use it like a bumper" while her larger-than-life artistic accomplice, Jocquese Whitfield, performs cartilage-defying vogue dips smack flat to the alcohol-sticky stage floor.
A San Francisco native in a city of transients, Tron grew up on the music of Snoop Dogg, The Gap Band, Missy Elliott and MC Lyte. Bouncing between neighborhoods and homes (sometimes no home at all), Tron eventually landed a scholarship and a mentor who introduced her to the world of artistic options. In ninth grade she inherited a karaoke machine with a microphone, and started filling in her own lyrics over popular hip hop beats – she recalls the first being Lil' John's "Get Low."
In 2008 she was pulled onstage at a Santigold concert where she met Whitfield. The two became inseparable and now perform exclusively as a duo. Tron describes her sound as "raw, in your face." But one of her most memorable tracks conjures Lil' Kim as Tron all but purrs her smooth, sexy rhymes to "GirlsOnGirls." Speaking of the Queen Bee, Tron recently opened for her idol, Lil' Kim, at Mezzanine. To hear and download Micah Tron, check out www.soundcloud.com/MicahTron.
If ever it could be said that a woman has changed the face of hip-hop, that woman would be Foxxjazell. The Alabama native moved to California at the age of 17 with $20 in her purse and dreams of becoming an actress. Instead, she landed a role as a member of the short-lived rap quartet, one20five, where she sharpened her rapping skills and learned first hand the jagged and usually hazardous friction between her identity and her art.
"Hip-hop is built on masculinity," she says. "They let a couple female artists come through once in a while and get their shine, usually through a male co-signer. But the worst thing you can be (in hip-hop) to this day is a fag." Foxx came out as transgender and started her solo career only after the group disbanded because she "didn't want to jeopardize the credibility of the other members."
Since then, every closed door has motivated Foxx even more. She's started her own record label, played major Pride festivals around the country, opened for Robin S., RuPaul and Cazwell, was featured in XXL and CLIK magazines, and has dominated airtime with her music videos on MTV LOGO, VH1, CMC and more.
Despite her successes, she still struggles for recognition within what she calls the 'urban' community. "(It's a) very 'crabs in the barrel' type of approach. When one of us is getting out of the barrel, all the others are like 'Get your ass back down here.'"
Having been a part of queer hip-hop for several years, Foxx sees some progress breaking down the genre's homophobia and misogyny, but points out that the expectations for female rappers still focus on their look and not their talent.
"(For female rappers), everything has to be up to par – her weight, her hair, her make up. (For male rappers) he can be in a tank top and jeans and he's good to go. Notorious B.I.G. can excel solely on his skills. But Nikki Minaj? She can't be out there out of shape and looking all raggedly. She's so dragged up she's like a drag queen, a visual artist."
Foxx herself brings equal parts skill and glamor to the stage, and recently performed at NYC's Latex Ball, Youth Pride Festival, and Black Pride at Splash. Magnificently, she is as much about sustaining her own career as she is those of other transgender rappers, and just released the "T-Girl" remix of her single "NYC Love" which features a historical first – four transwomen rappers on a single track. For more info on Foxxjazell visit: www.foxxjazellmusic.com/
It's a Rap
Each of these artists plays a distinct role in the present and future of queer hip-hop. And though the Bay Area takes for granted silver Spandex queens bullhorn-screaming in busy crosswalks, such exploits still feed queer-starved souls around the world. While Frank Ocean receives kudos for coming out, such bravado was not birthed in a vacuum, but rather on foundations laid by brave hip hop homos, many of whom incubated right here in the Bay Area.
Go see these artists while you still can. As you bask in the decibel shattering, psychedelic splaying glow of these creative and courageous creatures, understand you are watching hip hop history being made in a time the likes of which you may never see again.
Double Duchess dreams of playing Outside Lands. Micah Tron swoons for Noise Pop. Foxxjazell strives to be a household name. The door is cracked, and possibilities await. When asked what they would tell their grandbabies about these days, Double Duchess' Krylon responded, "I love that you think we're going to have grandbabies!" And after that he said, "We'll say that we made queer music at an exciting time for queer culture. We came, we saw, we conquered, and as a direct result of this they can live their dreams, too."
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Ped-plazas, bike corrals and parklets embraced by Philly City Council
With all of the slush, snow and polar weather, the last thing on most people's minds right now is spending more time outside, strolling through greened pedestrian plazas, lingering at one of the city's parklets or finding a spot to lock their bicycles. But an important piece of legislation passed through City Council that will help give Philadelphians more opportunities to take part in those activities once we shed this winter weather.
In January, pedestrian plazas, parklets and bike corrals were added to The Philadelphia Code, under Streets jurisdiction. Until now, these "pedestrian amenities" have been installed on an ad hoc basis through Mayor's Office of Transportation and Utilities (MOTU) pilot programs. By adding pedestrian plazas, parklets and bike corrals to the city's Streets code, the city is establishing these amenities as permanent streetscape elements and making the process for those seeking to build them more uniform.
"This bill is really about taking down barriers to community enhancements," said MOTU Chief of Staff Andrew Stober in an email.
Now, with approval from the Streets Department, the Department of Licenses and Inspections will be able to issue pedestrian enhancement licenses, which allow for construction and maintenance of pedestrian plazas, bike corrals and parklets. That means any business or organization wishing to install one of these features will be able to apply for a pedestrian enhancement license at any time, and the process for obtaining that license will be standardized.
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Thanks to MOTU pilot programs, the city already has several successful examples of these pedestrian amenities.
Parklets, protected structures placed in former parking spaces and dedicated to pedestrian use, can be found at places like Honest Tom's, the Free Library of Philadelphia Logan Branch and Little Baby's Ice Cream. Bike corrals, bike racks installed in former curbside vehicle parking spaces, can be found at 10 locations, as varied as Reading Terminal Market, Mariposa Co-op, Johnny Brenda's and the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation. The city has two pedestrian plazas (Woodland Avenue Green and Baltimore Crossing) where excess space in the roadway was blocked for pedestrian use and spruced up with planters and pedestrian furniture.
"Piloting change allows the City and communities to see if an idea that makes sense on paper works on the street," Stober said. "All these amenities have worked well. Now we are focused on not burdening communities with excessive process in order to improve them."
In December, the Center City Shake Shack became the first business to install a bike corral on its own, outside of a MOTU pilot program. In theory, this change in code will allow more businesses and organizations to do the same.
"I expect that community groups and businesses will continue to embrace these opportunities," Stober said.
When asked how this bill will make the ped-plazas, bike corrals and parklets more lasting and stable in the face of upcoming mayoral administration change, Stober said, "These projects were never controversial to begin with, but having processes in place will make it easier for future administrations to embrace these approaches to meet the evolving needs and desires of businesses and community groups."
To apply for a license, an applicant will have to provide a detailed plan showing the location and design of the proposed enhancement. The applicant must show that the amenity meets safety standards, will not cause undue traffic congestion, has support from adjacent property owners and tenants of adjacent commercial properties as well as property owners and commercial tenants in the surrounding area. Each license will be valid for up to three years, and while no fee is defined in the legislation, a licensing fee may be established by regulation.
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The left-leaning magazine The Nation has published a list of what it deems America's all-time, most influential progressives. The list, which you can review for yourself , is very revealing.
For starters, it's fascinating that The Nation leads with Eugene Debs at number 1. Debs was a socialist. It was 100 years ago this year, in 1912, that Debs ran for president on the Socialist Party ticket.
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text: you asked... Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? I've heard so many different tips for inducing labor on my own. Does anything actually work? Want to participate? Log in to share your thoughts Re: I've heard so many different tips for inducing labor on my own. Does anything actually work? Sorry, but... no. Not really. At least, nothing that's been proven both safe and effective. Some of the methods you may have heard about:SexOrgasms may bring on contractions, and there's also prostaglandin (which induces contractions) in semen. Studies on the subject differ -- some have found that sex at term can lessen the need for induction, while others have shown that sex has no effect at all. That being said... if you're still up for it, go right ahead, trouper! You've got our admiration.Castor oilThe reasoning behind this one: Castor oil is a strong laxative, and bowel stimulation may cause contractions. Still interested? Well, there's no proof it induces labor... but strong experiential evidence shows that it doesn't feel to great on the stomach!Nipple stimulationLabor-inducing oxytocin is released when your nipples are stimulated, but this is pretty risky to try at home. It's actually possible to overstimulate your uterus, which means your contractions and baby's well-being need to be monitored.Herbal remediesThe general rule for whatever herbal remedy you're offered: There's no evidence that it works. And, like nipple stimulation, some herbs carry this risk of overstimulating your uterus. Some herbs may also hold additional dangers for baby's health. Paula Kashtan Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? Trying anything is better than using Pitocin which can also led to strong contractions which can hurt the baby and the mom. And although Pitocin may be regulated, it's still very easy to give too much and then have to back down when it is often too late. Also, sperm has something in it which can help induce labor. I can't remember the exact thing, but there is a medication which doctors use that has this same chemical in it. And no, nothing has any science behind it, but when the medical world uses medicines that have the same chemicals to induce labor, I think that says something. moose10 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? most are mainly rumors or extremely unsafe to do on your own. I say let your little one decide when to come out. i know its hard to wait, but learning patients is a big key role in parenthood and its the healthiest and safest way to bring him or her into our world. murchury15 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? Evening primrose oil is a natural cervix softener, and can be taken orally or vaginally starting around 38 weeks. There is also an acupressure point on the top of your shoulder, in between where the end of your clavicle is and the point where your shoulder starts to curve upwards to your neck. Squeeze the top with a wide pinching grip, hard enough to border on deep-tissue massage sore/uncomfortable. Squeeze and release after a few seconds. My mom was applying pressure to these points minutes before my water broke. Granted, I was sitting on my birthing ball on my EDD, the day that my membranes were stripped (ask your midwife about this!), and after a few hours of light contractions. But a massage feels good anyway! And I think that all of the above helped me with a smooth natural delivery. Lithigin | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? At my last check-up before my due date my Doctor "swept my glands". pretty darn painful. However was definately some kind of "natural induction". My water broke within 24 hours!!! dayonjes18 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? I had my membranes stripped, had lots of sex, used primrose oil, two sessions of cervical softening and then I had TENS Acupuncture (electrodes set up to the needles in my four gates) when I wanted to get things started and after that session I had my son less than 12 hours later - my labor started around midnight and I had my son at 6:50 am - it was quick, by the time I got to the hospital a little after 5 am I was 9 cm dilated, no drugs needed and was not that painful! I highly encourage those who are serious about labor induction do what works best for you, but Acupuncture is what helped me, I had my son 8 days early - he didn't have to have his birthday on Christmas! SweetYean | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? Eating fresh pineapple did it for me. After eating a few slices, I started feeling crampy, and a few hours later, my water broke palita | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? Your baby will not come unless your body is physically ready to deliver a baby, which is usually after week 38/39, so nothing can really bring on early labor. Once your body is at that point, exercise can sometime get labor to progress faster and it can make for an easier delivery if you exercise through out your pregnancy. Prostaglandins in semen, which are released by the man during orgasm can cause contractions to help jump start labor. Nipple stimulation releases hormones that can help labor slowly progress for some women. email@example.com | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? My Registered Massage Therapist swears by the pressure points around your ankles and wrists. We tried it in August for our darling baby (I was 40.5 wks at that point), and sure enough, not even 3 hours later, I started having contractions. Check out the pressure points online, so if you do have a massage (of which I highly reccommend during pregnancy), they know not to touch them. (Two other gals in my Husband's office went for pedicures on a thursday, and one started labour on the sunday morning, and the other 10 days later....) jp03 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? Acupressure can induce labor as well as relieve pain during childbirth. Acupuncture points have multiple functions so if your partner or doula/midwife learns points that are useful for pain relief, he/she can use the same points to induce labor. Here is an article that talks about labor and acupressure http://www.secondspringhealth.com/acupressure-to-relieve-pain-during-labor viktoriyasd | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? Lots of sex worked with my first baby! The trick is to do just about nothing else for a couple of days. I think it took 12 times in 3 days, but it worked! Also, my doc had given me the go-ahead to try that method because she was ready. amberb1283 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? my due date was september 13, 2011. i have done nipple stimulation, sex, walking so my doctors are talkin about induction or c-section now jessicajo87 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? Great posts are casino blackjack table providing this website online bet casino and nice info is visible royal casino world in this blog free casino games online no download I am very online casino no deposit bonus much casino poker tables impression onlinepokers 2play in this blog casino-gamblinggames I am very much satisfied by this info ecasinos online that to using the casino games online freeplay great services watson012 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? The only natural labor induction method is to allow your baby to come when it is good and ready! Just remember there is no such thing as a permanently pregnant woman! jennjenn5158 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? Can someone do something about all the spam posts on this page? As for the actual topic at hand, any method of induction should be discussed with your doctor, midwife, and/or doula. It is important to realize that few natural induction methods have been thoroughly studied. Most evidence for and against these methods is purely anecdotal. Am I saying I think none of the methods are valid? Absolutely not, I am saying that you should talk to your healthcare professional and find out how they feel about these methods and what experiences they have had before rushing into anything. I personally think that all of these methods probably do work, but not necessarily for everyone or in every situation. jasandseth | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? I am 40 + 3 weeks. I've been 3cm dilated and 70% effaced for 2 weeks. I have tried spicey foods, lots of sex, evening primrose oil, acupressure, massages, pineapple, and castor oil, Nothing has worked. sallyrose80 | Q&A: What are some natural labor induction methods? I went for my 39 week apt. I was 0cm dilated and 10-15% effaced :/ My doctor told me to start taking Primrose oil. I take one in the AM orally and one in the PM vaginally. After TWO days of taking it I woke up and lost my mucus plug! gijaneac | Want to participate? Log in to share your thoughts


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Mary Claire Carroll Speaks about "Labor of Love." Join us on Thursday, January 24th, at 7:00 PM for a gallery talk by photographer Mary Claire Carroll who will describe the process of creating photographic portraits for the "Labor of Love" exhibit, on display this month in the Vermont Folklife Center's Vision & Voice Documentary Workspace.
Over the years Mary Claire Carroll has worked as an activist in the areas of women's rights and economic security. This advocacy opened connections to organizations across the state that are working to improve the lives of women and their families. These connections inspired Mary Claire to start a project called "Women Helping Women" for which she photographed and interviewed 30 women whose work—paid or volunteer—improves the lives of Vermont women. "I wanted to honor the women who did this work," observed Mary Claire, "and to educate the larger community of Vermont about the issues these women face every day."
Since completing this project, which was 10 years in the making, Mary Claire has actively sought opportunities to use photography to help others tell their stories as a form of advocacy. In 2011, for example, she collaborated with members of Vermont's disability community to create the "Living Connections" exhibit, which tells the stories of Vermonters—with and without disabilities— and the connections they make that support and nurture them.
In her gallery talk on January 24th, Mary Claire will describe her approach to portraiture as well as the creative challenges and opportunities presented by the "Labor of Love" exhibit.
The Vision & Voice Documentary Workspace is located in the Vermont Folklife Center headquarters building at 88 Main Street in Middlebury. Gallery hours are 10:00 to 5:00 Tuesday through Saturday. For information about "Labor of Love" and its program series, call (802) 388-4964 or visit our Website www.vermontfolklifecenter.org.


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8/23 8:25pm
Joann L.
Took doggie for the first time today and she loved it. Had her off the leash on the initial walkway but put her back on as we got deeper into the canyon. The low hanging trees and general riparian habitat make this such a pleasurable hike. You really feel like you've left the City far far behind. Everyone on the trail was super friendly, even with Lila got a little barky. All in all a great experience and one that I'll come back to.
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This place is a great place to hike with your pup. Green and lush surrounding makes you feel like you have traveled north to the redwood forest. I see lots of dogs off leash even though it is technically not an off leash park.
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Excellent park. As of 11/09, reports of police being cranky about off-leash and dogs on athletic field.
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Natural beauty and lots of dogs to hang with. Feels like a hidden forest & saw some baby owls too!
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