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In a guest post for Online Journalism Blog Tim Kevan explains why he resigned from The Times over the paywall.
In his eyes, writers "are not simply driven by money. They are bright enough to earn more elsewhere. They write to get things off their chest, to entertain and to influence. To be a part of the debate."
The paywall strategies of sites like The Times might work to drive revenue at least to some extend, but - and that's basically the main argument in his guest post here - paywalls disturb the reader-writer relationship substantially. Writers in search for the "most vibrant and innovative online presence" of a major news portal will face will have to recognize that paywalls impact on traffic is enormous.

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Security-control methods for statistical databases: a comparative study (1989)
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author = {Nabil R. Adam and John C. Wortmann},
title = {Security-control methods for statistical databases: a comparative study},
journal = {ACM Computing Surveys},
year = {1989},
volume = {21},
pages = {515--556}
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This paper considers the problem of providing security to statistical databases against disclosure of confidential information. Security-control methods suggested in the literature are classified into four general approaches: conceptual, query restriction, data perturbation, and output perturbation. Criteria for evaluating the performance of the various security-control methods are identified. Security-control methods that are based on each of the four approaches are discussed, together with their performance with respect to the identified evaluation criteria. A detailed comparative analysis of the most promising methods for protecting dynamic-online statistical databases is also presented. To date no single security-control method prevents both exact and partial disclosures. There are, however, a few perturbation-based methods that prevent exact disclosure and enable the database administrator to exercise "statistical disclosure control. " Some of these methods, however introduce bias into query responses or suffer from the O/l query-set-size problem (i.e., partial disclosure is possible in case of null query set or a query set of size 1). We recommend directing future research efforts toward developing new methods that prevent exact disclosure and provide statistical-disclosure control, while at the same time do not suffer from the bias problem and the O/l query-set-size problem. Furthermore, efforts directed toward developing a bias-correction mechanism and solving the general problem of small query-set-size would help salvage a few of the current perturbation-based methods.


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If there WERE in-game ads, I think what we're talking about would be to go NASCAR with the "online sport" approach that things like Arena servers (and I predict, Raid Servers) represent.
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The Tampa Bay Rays came to terms with the remaining four picks from this June's draft. The Rays signed their top pick, P Taylor Guerrieri, to a reported $1.6 million bonus. Guerrieri was taken 24th overall. The Rays also signed LSU OF Mikie Mahtook (31st overall) for a reported $1.15 million bonus, and 3B Tyler Goeddel (41st), from St. Francis (Calif.) High to a $1.5 million bonus. P Grayson Garvin (59th) signed for a $37,000 signing bonus about an hour before the deadline.
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The Telegraph reports that the "Corgi" attracted quite a crowd at the Bonhams 1793 auction house. Onlookers reportedly looked on in hushed astonishment as two dedicated bidders went back and forth placing offers in 100,000 euro increments. When the final price was set, spectators erupted in celebration, The Telegraph says.
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Alex Ovechkin Joins Bauer Family
Bauer Performance Sports (TSX: BAU) and Bauer Hockey, Inc. today announced that Washington Capitals star captain Alex Ovechkin has joined the company's roster of athletes, becoming the latest elite player to ink an official endorsement deal with the world's leading designer and manufacturer of hockey equipment. Ovechkin has signed a long-term deal with the company and will exclusively wear Bauer on-ice equipment beginning this season.
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Ovechkin will be featured in Bauer Hockey's global advertising efforts, including the soon-to-be unveiled Bauer Vapor APX stick campaign. In addition, as an icon in his hometown of Moscow, Ovechkin will play a key role in Bauer Hockey's overall growth strategy in the expanding Russian and Eastern European markets.
"Alex is obviously one of the greatest players to ever play the game and has an unparalleled passion, commitment and desire to win," said Kevin Davis, President and Chief Executive Office, Bauer Hockey. "There are very few athletes in any sport that have his ability to influence players throughout the world and he will be an instrumental partner for us as we look to expand our business in key emerging markets."
In addition to his significant marketing presence, Ovechkin will also work closely with Bauer's product development team to provide insight and feedback into future product direction. Ovechkin joins an already-impressive roster of Bauer athletes that includes teammate Nicklas Backstrom as well as Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane, Steven Stamkos, Henrik Lundqvist, Eric Staal, Mike Richards and Ryan Kessler to name just a few.
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The order management system market could see some consolidation during the next few years, according to a new report from IT research and advisory firm Gartner.
"In the three- to five-year time horizon, there will be enough money management growth globally to maintain the current number of OMS vendors, but there will be increasing pressure at the three- to five-year juncture for vendor consolidation," wrote James Wolstenholme, research director with Gartner Industry Advisory Services' banking and investment services division, who authored the report, "Survey of Global Investment Managers: Order Management System Adoption and Strategies." "Even in the near term, some of the smaller vendors could be potential candidates for acquisition."
In an interview with Securities Industry News, Wolstenholme noted that most OMSs began in niche markets focused on one asset class such as equities, FX or fixed income. "We're going to see more consolidation of the vendors, more acquisition of the OMS players," he said.
"Not all will survive and as certain vendors gain momentum and economies of scale there could be some significant consolidation," Wolstenholme continued. "Right now, though, it appears that market growth is sustaining the relatively large number of OMS providers." Wolstenholme also noted that the data on OMSs across geographies and financial sub-industries illustrates that many vendors got their start in specific markets – most all are attempting to expand either by expanding sub-industry reach (i.e., investment managers, mutual funds, pension funds) and/or geographies.
The report, which was completed in January 2009, surveyed North American and European asset managers regarding their trading activities and trading technology uses. The overall survey encompassed 177 respondents: North American (U.S. and Canada) respondents comprised 87 asset managers, and European respondents comprised 90 asset managers.
Other key findings of the 21-page report include:
-As investment management firms (including institutional asset managers, mutual funds, insurance companies and pension funds) continue to assume trading responsibilities and bring trading functions in-house, survey data indicates there is a steady increase of new OMS implementations.
-As IMFs execute more in-house trading and expand their investment portfolios, OMS applications and increased functionality become core operational necessities for responsible fiduciary actions and efficient operations within IMFs (investment management firms).
-There is still a large percentage of in-house-developed legacy OMSs being used at IMFs. Many of these IMFs are evaluating the re-engineering of their OMS applications, strongly considering a buy versus build strategy.
-IMFs looking at implementing a new OMS are strongly considering obtaining their solutions through a software as a service (SaaS) offering versus a standard implementation.
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In every classic fairytale
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But in life some people fail
To see it as a real thing.
And I tell them "just keep hope
You're on the right road
Although you think that I joke,
I know you'll find your toad."
And then some ole fella says
"Your heart has never been broken,
You're gonna get yourself a mess
If you keep your heart so open."
I argue "Sir, hearts are strong,
I know you think that I'm wrong
And that mine may not have broken
But at times it has been torn
Yet it's still a precious token
-Glowing and gracefully worn.
And others can't take it away,
That's what you can do.
Or you can choose to let it stay
And wait out dreams come true.
Yes wounds are inevitable,
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Or get a peaceful rest.
So which one will it be:
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I Am Looking For A Mate Werewolves
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I think my EX could be my mate I feel aconnection When we were together we never argue,we never cheated on Each other, we would give each other a goodbye hug, we even said I love u But we broke up once cuz my father Second and last time when something was wrong in his family (no clue what) We talk to each other...
RainbowWolf13 13-15, F 0 Sep 4
Forever Alonemy name is seth im looking for a mate they have to be in the range of 15-17, im a sophomore in high school im about 6'1 with long dirty blond hair with bluish gray eyes. if you're interested PM me :)
ShadowOkami 16-17, M 2 Responses 4 Jan 16, 2013
I Want A Matehi i am a 14 year old wolf. i am looking for a mate. i am not looking for someone who is attractive as long as they love me for who i am.
lunastorm 13-15, F 1 Jul 2, 2012
News On MidnightBoth of her legs are broken, her right arm. And six ribs. Lots of internal bleeding and punctured lung. But shes going to live. Her spine and brain are fine and she talked to me before she went into surgery. Thank you so much for all the support. Shes been put into an...
Iamashadowrunner 16-17, M 2 Responses 2 Aug 21, 2012
I Am!Hi.... I am Kirra, I am new to this site but here goes :) I am a 16 year old Irish music loving wolf :D I am 5 ft3, my fav things are purple :P, bowling, singing, writing, dancing, mountian climbing, drawing, rugby and just getting to know people! I am pretty shy at first but...
LittleLoserMe 18-21, F 2 Responses 1 Mar 12, 2013
MatesI am looking for that someone I can call my mate. I can discribe myself in wolf form. I am solid black with brown eyes. I am fun loving and hyper. I LOVE hunting but I dont like hunting on my own.
BENDrowned 18-21, F 1 Response 1 Dec 12, 2012
Any Wolf InterestedHi am am just putting word out that i am a thirteen year old wolf and am needing somebody that is about my age loves fun,is compassionat,loyal,likes to have online howls,kind and is not a cheater then either message me or comment talk to you guys later and I just want to also...
Wolfbloodcub 13-15 2 Responses 1 Sep 29, 2013
no offense guys but is this the result of beingaddicted to TEEN WOLF ?? or something ??? i mean like IS THIS REAL ?
blacktitannium 16-17, F 1 Response 0 Jul 12
Interested In Me? I Highly Doubt It, But Here Goes Nothing.Hi, my name is RiRi. I'm a dark blonde with flint coloured eyes in human form. My wolf form is sandy grey timber wolf, flint eyes again. I've been looking for a mate for a while, within the age range of 14-18 Ummm im 14. I'm alpha of my own pack- the emerald leaf pack (spaces...
forestghost 13-15, F 3 Responses 0 Jun 30, 2013
PleasePlease keep Midnightblood in your thoughts. She is in the hospital after being runover by hunters on her land while running today. She has been in surgery for hours and her family and I greatly appreciate your thoughts and prayers.
Iamashadowrunner 16-17, M 5 Responses 1 Aug 21, 2012
I Need Someone To LoveIm looking for a mate. I'm 18 and I am in a pack. I'm a male looking for a female I need a mate that I can love and protect.... I can't love myself but I have so much love to give.... I'll love you the way you deserve
Wolf0278 18-21, M 3 Responses 1 Nov 22, 2012
HII am a normal person who loves and wants to be a werewolf I am ten and looking for my man if you live in Missouri or Kansas or is moving or lives in flordia than your the man for me. I love red and black and I want a werewolf man. I will stick by my man and please comment if...
wolflover22 13-15, F 3 Responses 0 Oct 15, 2013
Calling For A MateHi I'm Azaleah my fur is black with light gray I have ice blue eyes my human form has blonde almost brown hair and gray eyes I'm an aura reader and a lone alpha looking for a mate I'm hot tempered but sweet I need my alpha male I'm tired of feeling incomplete
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sadieday99 16-17, F 1 Response 1 Jul 5
Howling For Someonehi i'm looking 4 a werewolf who can take me 4 me and go for a run in the woods and whose strong not afraid to fight and will protect me his family and is funny and fun to love never boring but also can be responsible and one i can trust if u can do all this pm me ps i'm alot like...
wintergold 18-21, F 2 Responses 1 Mar 27, 2013
A Mate?Hi my name is clove & I'm looking for a mate within a 16-18 range. I'm 17 and my therian is a light gray color. I'm 5'6 and I'm a senior in high-school. If you interested and want to know more just pm me or comment! :) thanks!
Cloverwolf 18-21, F 1 Response 2 Mar 3, 2013
Looking For That One AgainWell its time to try again and look for a boyfriend. Like on my last story i want some one who would care for me with all their heart only 1 year younger 2 years older. I love Winter, because that is my name my hair is died Bleach Blonde and Light Blue to remind me of winter. SO...
KissedByTheWolf 13-15, F 7 Responses 7 Jun 23, 2013
So I've been away a long timeas I've been enjoying the fullness of what my other life can bring, surprisingly enough I've come across all of 10 other werewolves throughout wales and Scotland I was quite surprised at the amount that were lacking in mates or a pack, but being back home has had some changes...
TheWhitewolf1 18-21, M 1 Response 0 Mar 13
I Am Looking For A Mate.My profile pic says it all. I love being a wolf and i am a grey wolf with some white wolf and red wolf in me. I would prefer someone only 1 year older then me or a year younger. I am from the UK and i am in LilWolf12 pack aka River Stone Pack. i am the Lead Hunter. And i am in...
LonelyWolfRider 16-17, M 7 Responses 1 Nov 24, 2012
MateI am looking for a mate, I'm 15 turning 16 in July, I have greenish bluish eyes, and acne :( I'm fun loving and hyper :D I am in Redmoons as tactical force crew ( new pack rank) my wolf name is lette' and he can be protective and very viscous., I am looking for a female wolf. I...
hellhound44 18-21, M 1 Response 3 Jan 21, 2013
I Found Her But She's HumanI found my mate and I love her but she's human!! I mean I love her with all my heart and would do anything for her... Is it alright she human comment and tell me
hellhound44 18-21, M 10 Responses 1 Jun 10, 2012
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BVBArmyForever 13-15, F 1 Response 0 Mar 7
i need your point of view,i dont know if this is part of my past memories or just a dream. I was sitting on a bench in the middle of a lonely road when a whitish blue coat wolf passed by and stopped in front of me.i was so scared thinking the wolf might bite me or something but theres a feeling that i...
blacktitannium 16-17, F 1 Response 1 Jun 13
My Soul/ Inner WolfI have been looking for my wolf mate. My soul calls out for him but we can not connect since we have not met. In my wolf form I am a smaller wolf with deep red fur. In human form I have blonde hair and blue (sometimes green) eyes. Please message me for any more information. (I...
Rinkujikato 13-15, F 1 Sep 25, 2013
Hello. I'm Jamie. I doubt anyone in interestedbut I am a red wolf with ice blue eyes. My human form is blonde hair and blue eyes. I want a mate that will be loyal. ((As my last mate left me for a human) I want one that will keep the code of the wolves. I would like a male mate... You don't have to live near me. But it'd be...
JamieTheRedWolf 16-17, F 1 Response 1 Dec 15, 2013
i am looking for my mateif i don't find him will get sad im also 13 please tell your Facebook name or snap-chat or anything
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Please ReadI am lookin for a mate. A girl. I am a transgender so I know it will be hard to fid one that will accept that. It's weird I know. But it's ok. Im easy too get along with an im really nice. I have dark brown hair brown eyes I'm 5.8. I love to fight and I guess I just really want...
OneTrueAlpha 16-17, M 4 Responses 1 Sep 3, 2012
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AlphaWolfgirl 13-15, F 1 Response 1 Jul 23, 2013
I don't believe u will find ur mate on theInternet U will find your mate in real life some point in ur life u will cross paths U don't know tomorrow u could
RainbowWolf13 13-15, F 0 Sep 4
Hi i am Armani and i am lookingfor a mate i am 13 and that would be good if you lived close to me i have blond hair and blue eyes (human form) i haven't shifted yet my alpha is teaching me so i am the pup of the pack so kik me if interested but i dont think u would and i am looking for a guy that is just nice...
LoneMoonWolfie 13-15, F 3 Responses 0 Jan 19
HiHi I am a real werewolf if you think I am joking seriously I hardly joke about things like this so iif anyone is out there that is a werewolf looking for a fun lovig,kind,passionate,loyal wolf then please contact me and i will get in touch as soon as possible. I am thirteen yrs...
Wolfbloodcub 13-15 2 Responses 0 Sep 29, 2013
New FriendsI'm 16 year old male wolf. I have a human mate, but am looking for friends. If anyone would like to talk then message me or kik me: HuntTheHunted30
HuntTheHunted30 18-21, M 0 Oct 8, 2013
MatesWell im sort of. Looking. For a mate. But I dont really. Get the meaning of love. My thing was logic and reason. Im just ur average. Wolf. I. Have 2 coats my lower coats is black and. My top coat is brown I have a white spot on my bk that looks lol a bunny. Sometimes. I might be...
hysteriasnightmare 16-17, M 3 Responses 3 Jan 2, 2013
Hi Fellow WolvesHi I am looking for someone that will love me for who I am and I absolutly am looking for a male wolf so any male wanting to go out with me can you either pm me or message me or totally go on my whiteboard and contact me through it please thank you well I guess thats all I have...
Wolfbloodcub 13-15 1 Response 1 Oct 13, 2013
Calling All UK Therians!This is a call to all UK Therians! There is a new experience for you to join! I Am A UK Therian We need your opinions and ideas!
crystalmovingstars 13-15, F 0 Aug 20, 2013
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Lonely WolfHi I'm Jamie. I'm the beta wolf of my pack and I am looking for a mate. My pack is quite small. I'm 16 in human years an I'm a red wolf. I'm in the pack of deathly howls. I would love a mate. And remember. A mate is for life...
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Wolf0278 18-21, M 4 Responses 1 Jul 31, 2012
Looking For A Suitable Female MateI'm a lone wolf I'm welsh I am 5'9ft I have a strong physique. I work on a farm so have a farmers build. I have brown hair. My form when I shift is a black wolf with bright blue eyes. I also live in Wales and love every minute of it. I'm looking for that one wolf who can be my...
TheWhitewolf1 18-21, M 4 Responses 1 Sep 30, 2012
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well i found my matebut he cheated on me then rejected and kicked me out of the pack my 'family' kidnapped me so it turns out I'm human,and i was a warrior in my old pack, i am now looking for a second chance mate message me if your interested. :)
BVBArmyForever 13-15, F 1 Response 1 Mar 11
I'm Looking For A Wolf MateWell I'm 15 male looking for a wolf female 14 to 16 yrs old I'm a nice guy and I don't cheat I'm not a d bag lol my pack had gotten murdered a few yrs back and I just need someone to talk to Txt me or call at 7062716922 Kik me at southernboyga Or just leave me a comment Thnxs...
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Utterly HilariuosI find you all utterly hilarious, you all must realize werewolves are an imaginary creature correct? It has been scientifically proven a human cannot turn into a werewolf, it takes years for a human to grow to full height and you are all implying those bones can break and...
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I found my mate. He's incredibleand everything I've looked for; yearned for. It's not all fun and games; no relationship is. But if you're willing to be open and talk about things with them, you'll make it through just fine. We talk about everything from the sun to the moon, including all that's in-between...
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I Found Him!I found my perfect mate! We bonded immediately and now we are one. Im so happy and thankful to have him in my life. Hooowwwwllll!
midnightblood 16-17, F 3 Responses 1 Aug 26, 2012
yeah i have been gone a long whilebut im back and i'm looking for someone who will be my mate. my wolf is a black wolf my eyes are green with amber and i have 3 scratches on my left cheek, dont know how i got them as a human i am blonde with blue eyes and i stand at 5' 3
Acira 13-15, M 6 Responses 0 Mar 30
My Lonely RoadMy name is Nichole im a 20 yr old human, ive been a outcast for a longtime....im too head strong to partake with my kind....i scare ppl with my presence unless its family but they dont dare challenge me...my elders i do respect, i wish to find a wolf mate....someone who can keep...
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This spacious condo is on the eastern side of the building. The unit overlooks the pool and there are beautiful ocean views from the front deck.
The master bedroom features a brand new KING bed and bedroom set (new 5/2012), a full private bath with shower, and a 27" TV with Comcast digital cable. There is an extra large walk-in closet to store your vacation wardrobe!
Bedroom #2 is bright and sunny! It has a QUEEN bed and TV with Comcast cable.
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The kitchen/dining area is very well equipped for all of your cooking needs and includes all of the amenities that you expect in a vacation home - dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, can opener, toaster, pots and pans, utensils, glassware, and dishes.
Your private deck with comfortable wicker furniture overlooks the ocean and it is perfectly situated to enjoy beautiful beach and ocean views. While seated, you have a direct ocean view from this 2nd floor end unit! Nice!
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What if you knew exactly what visitors were looking for when they came to your site. Say they've even told you the exact model they're looking for. All they want is to get some details about this product and possibly make a purchase.
Pay-Per-Click (PPC) ads allow you to know the directions visitors are heading, and can help you plan and optimize the experience in order to guide them along their buying process. PPC gives you a great advantage by allowing you to bring the visitor directly the thing they're looking for, bypassing obstacles that may prevent them from even finding a product directly from your homepage . The more you know about your customers' needs, the easier it is to fulfill them. Although most e-commerce shops run PPC campaigns to some degree, most get hung up on the search and keyword element of it, and forget that this is really about eliminating steps for the customer. As a result, they end up losing out on a lot of revenue.
If you think this isn't just as much a problem for big-time e-tailers, with huge marketing budgets, think again. The paths that customers follow are called "scent trails [1]," and precious few online shops seem to know much about them. For instance, check out this search results page for the term "Bestbuy Sony dsc w80″.
Dell has cleverly bought a PPC ad for this term in hopes of intercepting a few sales from the competition. But take a look at where they bring you when you click the link (and, remember, they're paying for this to be at the top of the page). The product that was searched for is nowhere to be found. They already know exactly which product the visitor is looking for. All they have to do is bring this person to the product page for the item — or at the very least, show the customer that they do in fact have this item by placing it clearly within the active window.
If you're paying for PPC ads, you need to get your money's worth by bringing the visitor as far as you can, given what you already know about their needs. With the right keywords, you already have some information about what they're looking for; you might as well make it as easy as possible for them.
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Recipe: Roasted fennel — Do this! »
The holidays are over! Now it's time to start dreading Valentine's Day! Just kidding. I love watching people walk around with cutesy gifts, listening to them make fancy dinner reservations, seeing them proclaim their love for each other all over the fucking place. It's the best! It definitely doesn't make me wish for immediate death!
Where was I? Oh yes! The holidays are over! As much fun as it's been gorging my face off since Thanksgiving, I'm feeling low on energy from all the heavy holiday foods. The shopping, the family time, the traveling, the working — man, I'm burned out! You too? I thought so. That's why I present you with a recipe for an easy yet extremely tasty (side) dish. It's light, it's flavorful and it takes little to no energy to make! Roasted fennel — let's do this!
Fennel bulbs (They can be expensive, so I usually just get two.)
Olive oil
Balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper
Garlic powder
Vegan cheese (optional)
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
Cut your fennel bulb into 1/3 of an inch strips. Put strips into a bowl and lightly coat with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle on salt, pepper and garlic powder. Toss! Make sure each piece is coated with spice, oil and vinegar mixture.
Place your fennel into a baking dish. Bake until the fennel is fork tender, which is about 45 minutes. If you simply must add vegan cheese, sprinkle it on about 5 minutes before you declare your fennel done. Or if it melts easily (Daiya!), you can probably sprinkle it on after you take the fennel out of the oven. I don't put cheese on mine, but I imagine it'd be tasty.
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Massachusetts police have recovered a gun that may have been used during a double murder in Boston last year - a case that Aaron Hernandez may be connected to.
According to our affiliates WSHM in Springfield and WBZ in Boston, a gun was recovered from a car after a car accident in Springfield in June.
The gun was discovered by police after the driver of the car, 19-year-old Jailene Diaz-Ramos of Bristol, CT, was involved in a crash on Interstate 91.
Police took inventory of the Diaz-Ramos car before towing it when they discovered the gun, a .38 caliber Smith and Wesson revolver.
Police sources told WBZ the gun was sent for ballistic testing that linked it to a July 2012 double homicide outside a South Boston bar.
Investigators believe Hernandez may have been connected to that double murder, but he has not been charged in the case.
Diaz-Ramos has been charged with illegal possession of a firearm after the gun was discovered in her car. She has been released on bond.
Diaz-Ramos told police she gave a ride to a friend name "Chicago" and his buddies, that they were football players and she believes they put the gun in the car.
Hernandez remains behind bars, held without bail in connection to the murder of Odin Lloyd. Police have not located the murder weapon in that case.
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Arlington Teen Dies In Fall From Moving SUV
A family is searching for answers after a teenage girl died during an incident over the weekend. She fell from the window of a moving SUV and was then struck by that vehicle.
Power Outages Cancel Arlington ISD Classes
There is no ice on the roads and no snow on the ground. So, why are hundreds of students in the Arlington ISD missing class on Monday? Their schools are without power.
Arlington ISD Leader Ready For School Year
Arlington ISD Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos talks about his goals for the upcoming school year, and some of the challenges that the district is expecting to face.
Family Of Child With Autism Battling School Over GPS Device
An Arlington family says the school district will not allow a six-year-old with autism to take a life-saving device to school.
Arlington Elementary Principal Arrested, Charged With Child Sex Crimes
An Arlington elementary school principal has resigned his position after he was arrested and accused of trying to seduce a teenage boy in Florida.
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The CBS 11 I-Team took a closer look at schools in our area, uncovering information on which districts have underground shelters, which don't and why.
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Tarrant County District Attorney Joe Shannon is being accused of investigating and prosecuting a man based on information Shannon got from his own wife.
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A federal civil rights complaint has been filed against Arlington ISD by the mother of a boy who had pencil shavings poured into his mouth by his teacher.
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Local organizations are demanding answers from the Arlington ISD after a junior high school teacher was suspended, not fired, for allegedly pouring pencil shavings into a student's mouth.


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Hassan Rivaz is currently an NSERC post-doctoral fellow at the McConnell Brain Imaging Center working with D. Louis Collins. His current work is focused on automatic deformable registration of multi-modal images, such as T1 and T2 magnetic resonance (MR) images.
He received his PhD from the NSF ERC for Computer Integrated Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University working with Gregory Hager, Emad Boctor and Gabor Fichtinger. His thesis was focused on tissue motion estimation from ultrasound time-series images. Estimation of the tissue motion has many medical applications, such as imaging tissue elasticity or elastography.
His goal is to transcend current limitations of the medical practice by using novel image analysis techniques. Specific medical applications of his work are in better detection and diagnosis, as well as improved planning and guidance of surgical operations.
Hassan Rivaz
|Grants (total of CA$291,000)
|NSERC Post-Doctoral Fellowship, 2012-2013 (CA$80,000) Jeanne Timmins Costello Post-Doctoral Award, 2011, 2014 (CA$80,000) DoD Pre-Doctoral Traineeship Award, 2008-2011 (CA$104,000) Advanced Simulation Fellowship from the Link Foundation, 2008 (CA$27,000)
|Selected Awards
|STACOM best paper award, 2012 ($400) MICCAI travel award, 2009 ($700) Best presentation award at Division of Medical Imaging Physics, 2009 SPIE Medical Imaging second best paper award, 2009 2/15000, Iranian national university entrance exam for graduate studies, 2003 5/150000, Iranian national university entrance exam for undergraduate studies, 1999 Silver medal, 12th national physics olympiad, 1998
|P3. Rivaz, H., Boctor, E., Hager, G. and Fichtinger, G., Robust and Accurate Freehand 3D ultrasound, US patent US2010/0198068 (Issued) pdf
|P2. Rivaz, H., Hager, G. Boctor, E., and Fleming, I. Method and System for Processing Ultrasound Data, US patent US2012/0128223 (Pending) pdf
|P1. Boctor, E., Fichtinger, G., Hager, G. and Rivaz, H., Apparatus and Method for Computing 3D Ultrasound Elasticity Images, US2008/0306384 (Pending) pdf
|Selected Publications (see them all on Google Scholar)
|[Disclaimer: Posting of copies of papers is intended for educational purposes only and adherence to copyright laws is assumed.]
|20. Rivaz, H., Karimaghaloo, Z, Fonov, V, Collins, DL., Nonrigid Registration of Ultrasound and MRI Using Contextual Conditioned Mutual Information, IEEE Trans. Medical Imaging, 2014 (in press) pdf.
|19. Rivaz, H., Karimaghaloo, Z, Collins, DL., Self-Similarity Weighted Mutual Information: a New Non-rigid Image Registration Metric, Medical Image Analysis, February 2014, vol. 18 pp 343-358 (in press) pdf.
|18. Rivaz, H., Boctor, E., Choti, M., Hager, G., Ultrasound Elastography Using Multiple Images, Medical Image Analysis, February 2014, vol. 18 pp 314-329 (in press) pdf.
|17. Karimaghaloo, Z., Rivaz, H., Arnold, D., Collins, DL, Arbel, T, Adaptive Voxel, Texture and Temporal CRF for Detection of MS Lesions in Brain MRI, MICCAI, Nagoya, Japan, Sept. 2013 pp 543-550 [Acceptance rate: 32%] pdf.
|16. Rivaz, H., Collins, D.L., Self-Similarity Weighted Mutual Information: a New Non-rigid Image Registration Metric, Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention, MICCAI, Oct 2012, pp 91-98 [Acceptance rate: 30%]. pdf.
|15. Rivaz, H., Boctor, E., Choti, M., Hager, G., Real-Time Regularized Ultrasound Elastography, IEEE Trans. Medical Imaging, April 2011, vol. 30 pp 928-945 pdf Code.
|14. Rivaz, H., Boctor, E., Foroughi, P., Zellars, R., Fichtinger, G., Hager, G., Ultrasound Elastography: a Dynamic Programming Approach, IEEE Trans. Medical Imaging, Oct. 2008, vol. 27 pp 1373-1377 pdf Code.
|13. Rivaz, H., Boctor, E., Choti, M., Hager, G., Ultrasound Elastography Using Three Images, Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention, MICCAI, Toronto, Canada, Sept. 2011, pp 371-378 [Acceptance rate: 30%] pdf Code.
|12. Foroughi, P., Rivaz, H., Fleming, I., Hager, G., Boctor, E. Tracked Ultrasound Elastography (TrUE), Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention, MICCAI, Beijing, China, Sept. 2010, pp 9-16 [Acceptance rate: 32%] pdf.
|11. Rivaz, H., Kang, H., Stolka, P., G. Hager, Boctor, E. Novel reconstruction and feature exploitation techniques for sensorless freehand 3D ultrasound, SPIE Medical Imaging, 2010, pp 762911-762919 pdf.
|10. Rivaz, H., Kapoor, A., Fleming, I., Hager, G., Boctor, E. A novel method for monitoring liver ablation using ultrasound elastography, SPIE Medical Imaging, 2010, 7629131-7629138 pdf.
|9. Rivaz, H., Foroughi, P., Fleming, I., Zellars, R., Boctor, E., Hager, G., Tracked Regularized Ultrasound Elastography for Targeting Breast Radiotherapy, Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention, MICCAI, London, UK, Sept. 2009, pp 507-515 [Acceptance rate: 33%] pdf.
|8. Rivaz, H., Shinagawa, Y., Liang, J., Physical Priors in Virtual Colonoscopy, SPIE Medical Imaging 2009, pp 7260191-72601912 pdf.
|7. Rivaz, H., Fleming, I., Assumpcao, L., Fichtinger, G., Hamper, U., Choti, M., Hager, G., Boctor, E., Ablation Monitoring with Elastography: 2D In-vivo and 3D Ex-vivo Studies, Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention, MICCAI, New York, NY, Sept. 2008, pp 458-466 [Acceptance rate: 30%] pdf.
|6. Rivaz, H., Fleming, L., Matinfar, M, Ahmad, O, Kamen, A, Choti, M, Hager, G., Boctor, E. Ablation Monitoring with a Regularized 3D Elastography Technique, IEEE Int. Ultrasonics Symposium, Beijing, China, Oct. 2008, pp 308-312 pdf.
|5. Rivaz, H., Rohling, R., An Active Dynamic Vibration Absorber for a Hand-Held Vibro-Elastography Probe, ASME Journal of Vibration Acoustics pdf.
|4.Rivaz, H., Zellars, R., Hager, G. Fichtinger, G., Boctor, E., Beam Steering Approach to Speckle Characterization and Out-of-Plane Motion Estimation in Real Tissue, IEEE Int. Ultrasonics Symposium, New York, NY, Oct. 2007 pp 781-784 pdf.
|3. Rivaz, H., Boctor, E., Fichtinger, G., A Robust Meshing and Calibration Approach for Sensorless Freehand 3D Ultrasound, SPIE Medical Imaging, San Diego, CA, Feb. 2007, Vol. 6513, pp 181-188 pdf.
|2. Rivaz, H., Rohling, R., A Hand-Held Probe for Vibro-Elastography, Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention, MICCAI, 2006, pp 613-620 pdf.
|1. Rivaz, H., Boctor, E., Fichtinger, G., Ultrasound Speckle Detection using Low Order Statistics, IEEE Int. Ultrasonics Symposium, Vancouver, Canada, Oct. 2006, pp 2092-2095 pdf.
|Hassan Rivaz, Motion estimation in ultrasound imaging, get it from Amazon or from Barnes and Noble.


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Marc Hinton on Jared Payne
Hurricanes bench Cruden, Blues drop Rokocoko
Marc Hinton and David Long Daniel Kirkpatrick gets the nod over Aaron Cruden this week as the Hurricanes look for resilience rather than the brilliance in the pivot to face the Blues.
Blues win arm-wrestle in Waikato
Marc Hinton Pat Lam has been taking his angry pills this season, the normally affable Blues coach making it clear he'd had enough of his team's hot-'n-cold formline.
Pale shade of Blues stumble on
Marc Hinton WHANGAREI: The Blues, determined to rid themselves of their "inconsistant" tag, held on for a 29-22 win over the Cheetahs in a cliffhanger finish to their Super Rugby match.
Slippery Chiefs upset slack Blues
Marc Hinton Pat Lam opened the week by anointing the nothing-to-lose Chiefs a dangerous beast and ended it inspecting the wounds the near neighbours inflicted on his Blues side's playoff ambitions.
McCaw out for five weeks
Marc Hinton, www.rugbyheaven.co.nz Crusaders' season is in the balance after skipper is ruled out with ligament damage in his ankle.
Injured McCaw out for Crusaders
Marc Hinton, www.stuff.co.nz The Crusaders are going to have to keep their Super 14 semifinal hopes alive without their skipper.
Advantage Crusaders, Canes as S14 squads named
Marc Hinton, www.rugbyheaven.co.nz The Chiefs and Highlanders have been the big draft/transfer market movers, the Blues have steadfastly stuck to their (pop)guns and the Crusaders and Hurricanes have unveiled what appear to be New...
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MARC HINTON The Crusaders have rolled out their strongest lineup to face the Hurricanes in Wellington on Friday night -- and there is no place in the match 22 for last year's early-season All Black mover Isaac...
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Is Medical Marijuana Safe For Children and Adolescents?
Kent Mao, Contributor
Waking Times
Success stories of medical marijuana use in children range from the treatment of disorders that affect classroom performance such as autism and ADHD to life-threatening conditions such as epilepsy and cancer. But while a growing number of doctors are beginning to consider medical marijuana as a legitimate form of clinical therapy, the vast majority remain wary of its impact in younger patients.
The underlying factor in the medical community's resistance to cannabis seems to be the overall lack of clinical research that has been conducted so far, especially in children and adolescents. On the other hand, the absence of research happens to be only a recent phenomena, as a review of the medical literature reveals numerous reports and studies on the safety of marijuana commissioned over the past many decades.
What these studies demonstrate appears to echo what marijuana advocates have been saying for decades: Cannabis is an overwhelmingly harmless substance.
Safety Profile of Marijuana
Perhaps the earliest study to investigate the safety profile of marijuana comes from the Indian Hemp Drugs Commission — a research team ordered by the British government in 1893 to study the effects of ever-prevalent cannabis use in India. The Commission completed their report in 1894 — a lengthy 3,281 page document which demonstrated a clear lack of observable drawbacks associated with marijuana use.
"In regard to the physical effects, the Commission have come to the conclusion that the moderate use of hemp drugs is practically attended by no evil results at all… It has been the most striking feature in this inquiry to find how little the effects of hemp drugs have obtruded themselves on observation."
Likewise, a report published by the National Commission on Marihuana and Drug Abuse in 1972 could find no fault with the use of cannabis, despite governmental pressure to prove otherwise.
"Marijuana has been used by man around the world for many centuries. Scientifically, more is known about marijuana's effects than many other botanical substances used by man… Almost all chronic, heavy hashish smokers are indistinguishable from their peers in social behaviour, work performance, mental status and overall life style."
Risks For Children/Teens
Despite significant evidence of marijuana's lack of side effects, children and adolescents are treated with particular caution when it comes to any form of medical therapy, because of the developmental vulnerability that individuals face during their formative years.
In fact, one of the largest concerns of doctors and parents alike are the effects of drugs on a child's developing brain. And while evidence of marijuana's impact on neural development remains conflicted, some studies have managed to link early marijuana use with deficits in brain volume and intelligence (1).
Still, it's important to note the lack of census among the medical community on these findings, as large-scale clinical trials have never been conducted. Furthermore, cannabis-based pharmaceuticals, such as Marinol, have already been approved by the FDA for childhood use (2). Marinol is a pure THC pill that shares a nearly identical side effect profile as medical marijuana (3).
However, the fact remains that the safety of marijuana use in children and adolescents remains a largely unknown variable, which also happens to be the most common reason given by doctors when explaining their lack of support for medical marijuana (4).
But while this is true for cannabis, it is also true for many other cancer medications and anti-psychotics that are regularly prescribed to children. As such, a minority of health practitioners have already begun to voice their support for the use of medical marijuana, even in child and adolescent patients.
Support For Medical Marijuana
Although still a subject of much debate, medical marijuana has become an increasingly popular form of treatment among the North American population — both for adults and children. In fact, a number of paediatricians, including Dr. Claudia Jensen, have started to recommend medical marijuana as an alternative treatment for conditions that have traditionally been dominated by the pharmaceutical industry such as ADHD (5).
In an interview with MSNBC, Dr. Jensen explained how medical marijuana could be used effectively as a treatment for ADHD without the mind-numbing side effects that are typically associated with cannabis use.
"They don't have to get stoned — it's dose-related. But they do get the benefit of being able to focus, pay attention, not be impulsive, not be angry, be peaceful and relaxed and pay attention in school, which helps them get better grades."
Likewise, Harvard-trained psychiatrist Dr. Lester Grinspoon voiced his support for using medical marijuana to control childhood ADHD in a recent interview with Sphere (6).
"I'd have no hesitation giving a youngster with ADHD a trial of oral marijuana. For some kids, it appears to be more effective than traditional treatments. And marijuana certainly has fewer potential dangers than Ritalin."
Indeed, while concerns continue to be expressed over the use of medical marijuana in society's most vulnerable of patients, evidence of its relative safety seems more than obvious to those with an open mind towards non-traditional therapies.
As Dr. Grinspoon states, medical marijuana could very well be a safer treatment option for children with ADHD and, more than likely, many other conditions that afflict the younger generation of patients.
About the Author
Kent Mao is a contributor to Waking Times and the editor of TruthOnPot.com, an online resource for medical marijuana facts, information and research. TruthOnPot.com
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Marijuana would be Much better than any pharma Drug to help distressed children to cope with the problems they get in our 'post modern' world.
Nonetheless, that is still not adressing the root of the many problems they are confronted with and going after the causes ought to be the true direction to solve the problems.
Strenghtening the family ties, lowering the competition for success (?!), moving back to a more natural orientated life, banishing most of TV/video addiction …
And, another point is that Marijuana has an effect on the subconscious in the way that it suppresses dreams and this is problematic because a big part in development just occur with dreams and the life of the subconscious. I don't think this aspect has ever been studied (???) and it is in my view the first and most profound impact of Marijuana on the brain.
There is no addictiveness though on the body contrary to all drugs from alcohol and nicotin to Prozac, Ritalin …
There has been a good point made quite recently by Dave Hodges on the subject of drugs applied to children:
My own view is here:
Best !!
Just lost all respect for Grinspoon. You don't need to treat a concocted phony psychiatric condition with pot. It would be good for a lot of real health problems,but adhd is a condition invented so shrinks can sell dope!
You have no idea … One day you will have a sickness & will be mis understood
You are so blinded … Yes I have it
It's not "POT" it's medical cannabis, it's not "POT SHOP" it's medical cannabis dispensary.
It's not "Marijuana" it's the Latin Genus / Species
Cannabis Sativa
Cannabis Indica
Psychiatry is a false science, the DSM-5 is false science. ADHD is a made up disease from the figment of the psychiatrist's pocketbook.
Epilepsy on the other hand is another story altogether.
MSNBC is propaganda and lies. – Just look at MSNBC's Maddow saying there is no Geo-Engineering, no Weather Modification, while the documents come straight from the USAF that it IS REAL and HAPPENING.
Don't even get me started with MARINOL (big pharma again)
And just who is trying to PATENT cannabis right now? hmmm?
What's that POS you have in the photograph? Because it's not like any marijuana I have ever seen.
Before you worry about whether pot is unsafe, how's about describing the effect of chemo, radiation, fluoride and GMO crops on kids? Not to mention years of being bored out of their minds listening to government propaganda and being fed crap at lunchtime?
* Don't cha just luv the cheap thrill 'Sensational' tabloid headline!
yes, today, i see the 'mainstream' media attempting a swear on cannabis saying more 'kids' being 'poisoned' by pot.
what a load of trash…as pot-cannabis-is non-toxic; dea themselves have stated you'd need to eat 15 pounds in one sitting to 'die' from it; try eating 15 pounds of anything!
anything to keep a dollar from going good if you ask me…
the corporations control the media and your mind if you let them.
don't let them fool You anymore.
i eat cannabis regularly for ankylosing spodylitis and other inflammatory conditions and it works great.
remember: all diseases are caused by inflammation of some sort
dr brown is a pioneer for the enlightenment of the masses.
Dr Brown …your mama didn't raise no fool…academics will always live in Bizarro World…ie: mirror reversion
When anti-cannabis proponents cannot viably attack adult use of cannabis, they go after the kids next. Well smartbutt, anyone can buy this CBD legally (Cannabidiol) MINUS the THC here and now: http://www.hempoilshipping.com (legal in each state)
So what are you going to bitch about now? The danger of family pets consuming cannabis? Then they will go after the goldfish.
When anti-cannabis proponents cannot viably attack adult use of cannabis, they go after the kids next. Well smartbutt, anyone can buy this CBD legally (Cannabidiol) MINUS the THC here and now: http://www.hempoilshipping.com (legal in each state)
So what are you going to bitch about now? The danger of family pets consuming cannabis? Then they will go after the goldfish.


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Today is Ash Wednesday and many families will begin their Lenten journey by giving up meat and usually something else.
Often times folks choose to give up things like chocolate, French fries or a bad habit.
It seemed for a while when I was in college it was more in vogue to do something for Lent (like charity work) as opposed to giving something up.
But now I am hearing a drumbeat for giving up things for Lent that will help the planet. Even the leaders of the Church of England are getting involved calling for a "Carbon Fast."
"Senior bishops are calling for a cut in personal carbon use for each of the 40 days of Lent. Their list of ways to achieve this includes eating less meat, flushing the toilet less often and cutting vegetables thinner so they cook faster."
"But one of their tougher challenges is to give up technology such as television, mobiles and iPods for one day. The "Carbon Fast" , organised every year by development agency Tearfund, even suggests giving up technology for a day every month of the year and giving the money to charity."
"The Bishop of Oxford, the Rt Rev John Pritchard, said giving up technology would help people to think of others less fortunate than themselves."
" 'Lent is a period when we should look at how we live our lives,' he said. 'Giving up chocolate is a symbol of that but giving up technology is a more serious way of looking at the issues that face us as a global community. It is a statement [of solidarity] with a world that does not have that ability to communicate the way we can and a reminder to us that perhaps we may have got beyond ourselves in terms of our own consumption of technology. We have galloped forward so fast maybe we have out-run our global responsibility in doing that.'
While some may scoff at a "Carbon Fast," the traditional giving up of meat actually does help the environment. You hear all the time that if families cut meat from their diets even just once a week they would reduce methane in the world, which would in turn help global warming. Also eating less meat would reduce the space needed for the animals and could in theory allow it to return to vegetation which would help reduce greenhouse gases.
Here are two stories with stats on that:
Other sites are listing other environmental choices for things you can give up. Here's another list from thedailygreen.com: 9 things you can give up to help the Earth
So lots of questions today:
Will your family give up something for Lent?
Are you giving up something Lent?
Will you ask your children to give up something for Lent?
At what age do you require your kids to give up meat or something else for Lent?
Do you ask the kids to not eat meat as well on Fridays? (The Catholic Church doesn't require kids to give up meat until they are 14.)
How do you feel about Going Green for Lent and giving up something that will help the environment as opposed to French fries or chocolate?
Will you participate in the "Carbon Fast?"
What do you think of the reasoning this it help us think our or less fortunate brothers and sisters around the world, as well as use less energy and save money?
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February 17th, 2010
9:59 am
If I had to choose the hardest thing for me to give up, that would be a tie between coffee and sweat tea.
I could give up TV and I do not have an IPOD but I could not give up the computer or my cell phone as they are the links to my business and thus I would not be able to pay my bills.
February 17th, 2010
10:04 am
Lent is primarily participated by Catholics, Orthodox and Episcopalians. Orthodox Lent started Monday – Catholic's begin Lent today. The omition and what should have been mentioned was the purpose of Lent – self-denial/almsgiving/increased prayer/turn off the world and focus on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ in preparation for Holy Week. All religious leaders will say with regards to fasting the primary purpose is self denial and it should never be focused on weight loss – of helping the environment for that matter. Perhaps some more reading on Great Lent and the reason why this tradition has endured for 2,000 years might be in order???
February 17th, 2010
10:06 am
ooops…sweet tea and not sweat tea…yuck!
February 17th, 2010
10:12 am
I think I'm going to give up reading online blogs.
February 17th, 2010
10:13 am
I was gonna say MJG… I know things are different in GA, but holy crow!
February 17th, 2010
10:17 am
My son is only one and my husband is Baptist, so I'm the only Lent observer in my house. (Some years, DH joins me in giving up something, but I don't think he is this year.) This year, I am doing something to better myself, rather than "giving up" something. I could give up alcohol, but that consumption has dropped to a couple drinks a month now that I'm training for the ING. I could give up coffee (two cups a day), but that isn't feasible right now, between DH's schedule and my training. I eat little chocolate, ice cream, cake, cookies, etc – and drink almost no soda. I don't eat fried foods or pizza more than once a month anyway. I maybe get 30 minutes per night of TV/computer time, in addition to 30 minutes of morning news during my pre-work treadmill time. So instead, I'm deciding to do one kind act for someone else each day. That may sound silly, but I'm a recluse so it will be a challenge.
I couldn't give up my laptop or cell phone because I use them to work. I could give up the TV, but we use it so little already . . . (see above). I hope to cut down on my emissions by driving to the office less, but that's completely unrelated to Lent.
Like NY resolutions, I have a hard time coming up with things to do for Lent, because I try to make improvements in my life as I go – rather than waiting for arbitrary "start" dates.
February 17th, 2010
10:21 am
Our church (United Methodist) teaches about Lent and some people observe it by giving something up though we usually don't. I probably wouldn't be inclined to give up technology as I work in front of a computer all day though I regularly try to avoid my laptop on the weekends (as long as I have my iPhone anyway- haha!). I have to get my taxes done at some point which will mean me & Turbo Tax get to spend lots of time together too. Of course the Brits are already much more eco-aware than we so we Americans would probably be better off focusing on not driving a day or two instead of giving up electronics.
February 17th, 2010
10:28 am
@ Wayne….LOL. I was mentioning something you said yesterday, about churches drying up, at the dinner table last night.
My daughter LOVES Boston and would really love to move there ( not on my radar) . We have visited 2 times and plan to go again this summer. Anyway, she says "why is he even interested in that blog?" I told her that you learn things about the south. No, I do not drink SWEAT tea.
@ Robert….there are thousands that would perhaps agree…if every comment made were similar to the profound statement you contributed today….it is true that many here would not waste their time….:). Some of us just enjoy random comments about most anything. I even learn stuff too!
February 17th, 2010
10:35 am
Boston is a very cool town. So much to see and do, and it's a great walking town. Have you been on a Duck Tour yet? If not, I'd suggest it. I live in Western Mass., but go to Boston occasionally (my older son has a couple of doctors still at Children's Hospital). When we go, we try to make a day of it. Science Museum, Aquarium, Faneuil Hall, colleges, etc. Nice place.
February 17th, 2010
10:39 am
I'm afraid I have to disagree with the Bishop of Oxford: "giving up technology is a more serious way of looking at the issues that face us as a global community. It is a statement [of solidarity] with a world that does not have that ability to communicate the way we can and a reminder to us that perhaps we may have got beyond ourselves in terms of our own consumption of technology."
I don't see how giving up technology for Lent proclaims solidarity for those that don't have access to technology. "Getting beyond ourselves" loses sight of the fact that technology is a TOOL, not a means to an end. We only get beyond ourselves when we forget that.
I'm going to an Ash Wednesday service this evening. My kids are at the point where I don't insist on anything when it comes to church, and even if I tried, they are 100 and 300 miles away, respectively :-) We only went to a couple of Ash Wednesday services when they were growing up — I insisted on going to one after we had attended Mardi Gras in New Orleans one year, simply to illustrate the contrast.
I'm giving up soft drinks (specifically, Diet Coke) for Lent — it will be A Good Thing, once I get past the caffeine headaches and cravings. but those who know me well will probably avoid me for a couple of days, since I practically mainline the stuff!
And since I, personally, think the whole "carbon credits" and associated hoohie is pretty much P.C. b.s., no, I won't be drinking from that particular Kool-Aid jug.
February 17th, 2010
10:41 am
I was going to give up lent for women. Wait, it was the other way around. But then I realized women beat me to it. :)
Seriously, I'm no huge fan of the green movement. I do what is reasonable, but I've also learned the front edge of the green movement is a bit wacky.
I chose not to give up anything for lent for the same reason I don't make a big deal out of Valentine's Day. Implying that I need to change behavior for a particular date means that my behavior the rest of the year is substandard and that is not my goal in life.
February 17th, 2010
10:42 am
@DB – Good luck! I gave up soda several (10? 12?) years ago for Lent. By Easter, my stomach no longer could handle the carbonation. I now drink MAYBE 8 oz. of soda per month. Any more than 6-8 oz. at a time, and I feel bloated!
February 17th, 2010
10:53 am
No longer a practicing Catholic, but I think it's pretty funny how some of them "sacrifice" by not eating meat but instead go out and eat a huge seafood platter!!! When I was a child I would give things up, but hardly ever actually stuck to it. It's a nice concept if you can actually do it, though. As far as the green thing goes, eehhh……not really into it.
February 17th, 2010
10:56 am
For Lent, I think I will give up humoring people who get all militant about eco-issues and just walk away when they start to spew or perhaps shove a cork in their pieholes to save the world from their hot air. I have been a vegetarian (nearly vegan except I like some cheese now and again) for nearly 30 years, gave up alcohol 22 months ago today and quit what was left of my smoking habit (a handful a day) at the end of 2009 — not much left to deny myself. But definitely "no" to this eco stuff. My weakness is muscle cars that get about 15MPG and I am not giving up either of them….
February 17th, 2010
10:59 am
Way to go Dar.
February 17th, 2010
11:01 am
I am not Catholic, so I do not observe Lent. So, I will most likely continue my bad habits and self indulgence! LOL! Maybe I can convince the kids that they should give up TV for Lent?! Maybe it's worth a try!
I think the carbon footprint should not be "given up" for lent. If this is something that someone feels strongly about, they should do it all the time, not just for 40 days! It should be a lifestyle change!
Wayne-I haven't been any farther than Washington, D.C. on the east coast (except Baltimore, but it was during a hurricane so I don't really count it!) I would love to see it sometime! I hear a lot of wonderful things!
MJG-If they ever start making sweat tea, I'm outta here! Typically I notice almost all typos…I didn't even catch that one! It must be a slow day for me! :o)
February 17th, 2010
11:11 am
@ Michelle..I have mentioned to DB that you would like to have lunch with us. Looks like she may have to join me on the sweet tea, as she is giving up Diet Coke.
You should try to take a trip up the eastern seaboard….especially in the fall….GORGEOUS!
I am crossing my fingers to solidify a job in Maine then.
I know that I have mentioned this before ( lots of times) I only have one state left to visit and that is Montana… I just got an e-mail from a group that is trying to work out a date for June…..wish me luck…or not….lol.
February 17th, 2010
11:13 am
How about going green all year long? Why does it have to be for Lent only. Not everyone observes the lenten season, but I'm sure most people would get on board with making changes to their daily lives to more positively impact the environment.
February 17th, 2010
11:14 am
Im not Catholic and Ive given way to much up this last year…. :)
February 17th, 2010
11:14 am
@Yuki–totally agree about people giving up meat but then going to a fish fry or something. Don't people know that seafood is meat?
February 17th, 2010
11:15 am
motherjanegoose hey woman hope the world is fine for you :).. where is our buddy fcm?
February 17th, 2010
11:15 am
We all enjoy nice juicy steaks and hamburgers on Fridays, and we are not giving anything up for Lent or any other time. We do recycle clothes by giving to charity, and also shopping in thrift shops for them. We do what we are able to everyday, limited by budget constraints.
Married a mean Catholic, and the Church didn't help me when he was hitting me. All they said was "what did you do to make him mad?". I was raised Baptist, and my girls are also being raised that way. I know that not all Catholics are mean or that way. It was not a church here in GA, but another state.
His family expected me to give up eating meat during Lent, when I was 30 weeks prego. I didn't do it then, not going to do it now.
February 17th, 2010
11:17 am
Dar I was thinking about you yesterday.. now do eat 'animal crackers' ?? :)
February 17th, 2010
11:19 am
A quick death followed by composting of the corpse after donating all organs is perhaps the most eco-friendly thing one can do. I Have suggested it a time or two to militant eco-bots and they do not seem inclined to make the sacrifice. Pretty selfish of them if you ask me.
February 17th, 2010
11:23 am
Hi, Julia. Hope you are well. Thanks for thinking of me. I lack a sweet-tooth so that would be a negative on the animal cookies/crackers (but I laughed cuz I know what you are getting at). Since I was about 10 (OMG, I just admitted my age) I have been meat, fish, egg and milk-free…except some cheese. And it wasn't truly an eco choice, I just had an epiphany as a child about not killing and eating animals and stopped….I never liked eggs or milk to begin with so they were dropped as well. I do wear leather shoes (mom always said plastic was bad for your feet) so I am apparently a hypocrite as well as a vegetarian.
February 17th, 2010
11:24 am
I'm giving up brussel sprouts…which is ok with me because I don't like brussel sprouts, and I'm glad I don't, because if I liked them I'd eat them, and I just hate them.
On Friday I'll probably have a Fatburger and copious amounts of crown and coke.
February 17th, 2010
11:30 am
@ Wounded Warrior – Pregnant women actually are not required to observe Lenten fasting. And if I recall correctly, nursing mothers also are not held to it. (I am a practicing Catholic but did not observe the fasting for the two years when I was pregnant and nursing.) I am very sorry about your situation and I do know that the Catholic Church's official stance is no divorce, regardless. But I do believe there are many Catholics who would not push an abused spouse to continue the marriage, nor push a pregnant woman to fast.
February 17th, 2010
11:31 am
This environmental global warming is a hoax. Last Friday, we had snow in 49 states, with Hawaii being w/o snow. Al Gore hasn't been seen since this record snowfall began. He is making himself very rich.
About some animals, I believe they are here to eat.
I saw sooooooo much waste in the military, equip, time, and money.
February 17th, 2010
11:33 am
@ tiger…that's it….I LOVE fresh brussel sprouts…we had fresh asparagus last night. sorry but you have dipped down on the list of those on this blog I really like….LOL. Instead of number 5 or 6…you are hovering in the 10 range. Try not to let it ruin your day.
@ Julia…FCM is in and out. You may not see her for a while…probably more true since I mentioned my rant about Montana and she is not crazy about me telling all the places where I have been or will be heading to. She will be back, as she brings insight and interest to the blog. She knows some of the most obscure things…it is amazing.
February 17th, 2010
11:38 am
@cld, thanks. I know his family was crazy. He was adopted, so his family had no clue as to what it was like to be prego. I am still looking for my kids' paternal grandma.
February 17th, 2010
11:38 am
@MJG….we've got a better chance of seeing eye to eye on religion that we ever do on agreeing on Brussel Sprouts!
February 17th, 2010
11:42 am
Tiger, can I have your brussell sprouts? Gosh I love those things :)….
Dar yea that was pretty funny… My dad was Cherokee Indian so I always heard that a vegetarian was a bad hunter :)
MJG, the boy and I have been sick, he got a sinus infection, gave it to me, I gave it back and then he got pneumonia… I have also seemed to attract a pansy arss idiot stalker on here that is tooo much a coward to be a real person and wants to annoy me :)
But life is good :)
February 17th, 2010
11:42 am
I'm with you Tiger – no brussel sprouts for me. Question for you though… Have you read any of Douglas Adam's books? Your brussel sprouts post reminds me a bit of how he writes.
February 17th, 2010
11:43 am
Yea Tiger I think that was THE LAST STRAW, I want a divorce…. how can you not like those lil yummy things :)
February 17th, 2010
11:44 am
WW, what were they thinking of going toe to toe with a very uncomfortable very pregnant woman?? :)
February 17th, 2010
11:45 am
I think finding a green way of observing Lent is great. Choosing to do so doesn't imply that going green is for Lent only, though. For many people, giving up something for Lent means giving up something they know should cut back on anyway (meat, diet Coke, sweets, TV watching, getting too absorbed in technology), but they just haven't, or maybe have for a few days here and there but didn't stick with it because, hey, we're not perfect. Lent provides a concrete, extended period of time to stick with a sacrifice, but by the end of 40 days, it may no longer feel like a sacrifice and become part of a lifestyle change, even if that means bringing that thing back into your life in moderation rather than giving it up for good. You have to start somewhere, right?
I live fairly green, so off-hand I can't think of something specific to give up along those lines. I've been a slug lately due to an ankle injury and an abundance of unshovelled sidewalks (walking long distances has always been my main exercise), so I think I'm going to make a point to exercise as best I can each and everyday, no excuses. I can at least get off my butt and do some sit-ups and push-ups every night.
And Boston rocks! I miss living in that area.
February 17th, 2010
11:47 am
@Wayne…not familiar with his works…for the record, that little tidbit about brussel sprouts was just me channeling my hero Clarence Darrow. Guess I should give him the credit.
February 17th, 2010
11:48 am
@Julia…..you've found something I won't argue with you over….I'll send every brussel sprout that I pass by. Those things are AWFUL!
February 17th, 2010
11:52 am
Off topic but I just saw the headline of the mom from Brunswick that killed her 4-year old daughter, attempted to kill her 2-year old son and then killed herself. I just don't understand why this type of headline is becoming more and more regular. I thought the mom on the US Airways Flight was a nut-job but nothing compares to this. That poor little boy. I can't imagine the kind of outlook on life he'll have when he finds out what his mother did.
February 17th, 2010
11:52 am
Would never give up Brussels sprouts…in fact, I think I'll cook some up with quinoa for dinner tonight. Yum!
February 17th, 2010
11:53 am
Brussel sprouts?!?! GAGGGGG!!! I guess I've slipped down, too, MJG — I absolutely get nauseous when faced with those disgusting little gobs of miniature cabbage. My mother used to buy them, and when her back was turned, I would sneak them out of the fridge and bury them in the trash. One night I wasn't quick enough, and spent four hours at the table — she was determined I would eat, and I was equally determined that those things weren't coming near my mouth. I fell asleep at the table.
I went to a dinner party a couple of years ago and the hostess proudly brought out brussel sprouts that she had prepared. My husband took a quick look at me and grinned, knowing my aversion. I politely took one, cut it up into little pieces, and shoved it around the plate a bit. But just the smell — ugh. Ruined the dinner.
We all have our phobias :-) But I love asparagus, broccoli, artichokes, green beans, etc. Not big in to the cooked leafy green stuff, but fresh is fine — i.e., cooked cabbage is disgusting (saurkraut? ICKKK!), but cole slaw is delicious!
February 17th, 2010
11:53 am
hey tiger, do you have a secondary email account?? I really need to tell you something and no I dont want to get it launched here…..
February 17th, 2010
11:55 am
TechMom there were 4 articles in the paper last night about different ones
February 17th, 2010
11:56 am
Fresh sprouts quick boiled, cut in half, seasoned then roasted in the oven.. YUM!!!
February 17th, 2010
11:59 am
@MJG..I'm just the opposite, I could give up sweet tea without a problem..I drink it, just not that much since surgery a few years back..
@Tiger..No brussel sprouts? I love them, but you can have all of my mushrooms..
February 17th, 2010
12:00 pm
I dont like beets or radishes… yuck!!
February 17th, 2010
12:00 pm
@Julia…sorry, but only have the one email account.
February 17th, 2010
12:03 pm
I have like 4 now… one I dont care who gets it.. then some I dont even give out :) the one that is tied to my face book is not one that is attached to my name at all, I also have that thing locked down to were that does not show on my info page
February 17th, 2010
12:04 pm
@DB…I knew brussel sprouts were no good when my mom used to serve them and I'd try to give them to my dog and he wouldn't even eat them.
@Becky…I'll take the mushrooms…
Oh…and anyone who wants my peas, go nuts, because those run a close second behind brussel sprouts on the evil scale!
Where's Lakerat today, I'm ready for my lecture on not staying on topic…followed promptly by her contribution to an equally off topic issue! *GASP*…I'm so catty…look what influence you ladies have on me!
February 17th, 2010
12:04 pm
Douglas Adams wrote HitchHikers Guide to the Galaxy.
Cabbage, leafy greens and Brussel Sprouts. Nope, can't do it.
Asparagus, I can do as long as it's fresh.