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White Dude Knows Best! Above: Men who want to control the bodies of women they deem unfit mothers. Louisiana state Rep. John LaBruzzo (left) and Texas state District Judge Charlie Baird (right).
It's been quite a week for government violation of the bodily integrity of poor women and women of color. First, there was the judge in Texas who set "not having children" as a condition of a woman's parole. (I just linked in the WFR on Sunday, but Cara discussed it at length. Go read her post.)
And today, via several readers, comes the news that John LaBruzzo, a state legislator from Louisiana, wants to pay low-income women $1,000 apiece to get sterilized. Everything about this is so incredibly offensive, I don't know quite where to begin. Let's start with a quote from LaBruzzo:
"We're on a train headed to the future and there's a bridge out, "
LaBruzzo said of what he suspects are dangerous demographic trends.
"And nobody wants to talk about it."
Whoa, whoa, whoa. Low-income women having children is a "dangerous demographic trend"?! Sounds like the recent round of racist propaganda we saw related to the "Demographic Winter" movie. (Film summary: You should be panicked because brown people are reproducing at faster rates than white people.) But LaBruzzo protests that he is not a racist — he's a problem-solver!
LaBruzzo said other, mainstream strategies for attacking poverty,
such as education reforms and programs informing people about family
planning issues, have repeatedly failed to solve the problem. He said
he is simply looking for new ways to address it.
"It's easy to say, 'Oh, he's a racist, ' " LaBruzzo said. "The hard part is to sit down and think of some solutions."
It's not as if this country has ever done a good job providing low-income women with the tools and information to make their own decisions. Programs that aim to do that have been consistently underfunded and poorly implemented. So no, we haven't tried all other options. And even if we had, his idea is still completely appalling.
LaBruzzo is correct that it's very easy to say he's a racist. Because, um, he's espousing a historically racist policy. What he clearly deems to be a new and creative solution has unfortunately been around a long time. Compulsory or coercive sterilizations for low-income women, disabled women, and women of color were extremely common up until the 1970s, and slightly less common but nevertheless occurring with regularity the the decades since. The paternalistic attitude that "certain women" cannot be trusted to make their own reproductive decisions is still an underlying theme of a lot of backwards legal and policy decisions. LaBruzzo and Texas judge Charlie Baird are part of this despicable tradition.
I'm in the midst of reading Jeanne Flavin's soon-to-be-relased book, Our Bodies, Our Crimes. In it, she explains the early-1900s roots of how sterilization became the common way of dealing with poor women's sexuality:
control was ruled out due to fears that should it "catch on" among the
white Protestant middle classes, their birth rates would be even
further reduced. So it came to pass that sterilization emerged as a
eugenics strategy.
How far is this attitude, really from LaBruzzo's worries about "dangerous demographic trends"? Flavin also writes,
is questioned here is the notion that a judge has the right to order
them, or anyone, to be sterilized or not to reproduce. This is arguably
one of the most difficult premises for the general public to accept: that
a woman's reproductive rights–including her right to procreate–are
distinct from whether or not she might be a "good" pregnant woman or a
"good" mother. These rights reside in her existence as a human being, along with the rights to control her body.
(Emphasis mine.) In her post on the Texas court case, Cara breaks it down further:
If the government has the right to demand that people stop procreating,
it means that the government has the right to control our consensual
sex lives. It means that the government has a right to decide who is
and is not worthy of the right to control over their own bodies, and
who is and is not worthy of the right to give birth. It means the
government has a right to decide what medical procedures people undergo
– from birth control, to sterilization and/or temporary sterilization,
to abortion.
shouldn't come as a surprise, then that LaBruzzo also opposes any
woman's right to choose abortion. This is a Daddy Knows Best approach
to women's health. In this case, as is often true, the paternalism has
a disproportionate effect on low-income women and women of color. Let's hope his proposed policy does not go through, and the Louisiana legislature instead rededicates itself to providing low-income women with the tools to determine their own reproductive futures.
Check out National Advocates for Pregnant Women, which does great work on these issues. I also recommend Flavin's book, and Dorothy Roberts' Killing the Black Body.
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Grace Mugabe on Thursday called on Vice President Joice Mujuru to resign from her position while also confirming she had presidential ambitions.
Grace Mugabe on Thursday called on Vice President Joice Mujuru to resign from her position while also confirming she had presidential ambitions.
Zimbabwe's first lady Grace Mugabe has announced her candidacy to succeed her husband, 90-year-old president Robert Mugabe, when he leaves office.
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Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe has returned from China with optimistic reports on plans to work together on energy, infrastructure and transport.
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Never Give Up – Always try; failing at one game does not mean you will fail at another. Skills in children
Six-year-old Missy returned home one day sad and crying. I gave her a hug, wiped away her tears and tried to calm her down. Missy continued to cry uncontrollably, and when I asked her why she was crying she refused to tell me. She would not under any circumstance share with me why she was so upset. I felt complete helplessness and frustration at my inability to protect her. In the meantime, Missy had fallen asleep on the couch. I watched her and asked myself, "If only I knew who had made my Missy cry so." Horrible thoughts invaded my mind as I imagined Missy in difficult situations. With anger I said to myself, "I am willing to pay a whole lot to find out who made Missy cry like this."
An hour later when Missy awoke, I made us both a fruit shake and sat Missy with me down at the kitchen table to "chat". I chatted much more than her. I told her about my childhood, about a playground friend who would hit me, pull my hair and call me bad names. Missy listened but did not react. I again felt helpless; I so wanted her to share her pain with me, but did not know how to motivate her to do so.
I suggested to Missy that her and I bake a cake together (although I am generally not very good at baking). Missy decided that she wanted to make a chocolate cream cake. We searched for a recipe, and used the recipe we found to make the cake. Missy was so happy, laughing and giggling and entirely forgetting that an hour before she had been sad and crying. I was still disturbed by the idea that someone had hurt my little girl. We finished with the cake preparations, licked the spoon, and preheated the oven for baking. After 50 minutes, just like it says in the recipe, we took the steaming cake out of the oven. Unfortunately, while the cake did not topple or collapse, it looked about as appetizing as a pile of hard cement. I sat down heavily in a chair and said to my young daughter, "Missy, I am so sorry, I am not a very good baker, I can't even bake a cake according to the recipe and I don't know why. My cakes always turn out too hard or too soft, and even though I try very hard, I still can't get it right. I know you're disappointed."
Missy looked at me with an amused expression and said, "Mum, don't be sad. You are good at other things, like making me food that I like, like healthy sandwiches and omelets. So what if you're not good at making cake?" I smiled and asked my young daughter, "Missy, has it ever happened to you that you tried and failed at something?" Missy answered, "That is exactly why I cried today when I came home from school." I was immediately alert, asking, "What happened? Did you bake a cake that wasn't very good?"
Missy giggled and told me that she was supposed to cut three circles out of a picture, and couldn't cut the circles accurately, each time slipping up and cutting the circle in the half. "Do you know how to draw circles?" I asked Missy. "Sure", she answered. "So, instead of giving up, why don't you draw circles rather than cut them out? If you don't succeed in one thing, that doesn't mean you won't succeed in something else! "Never give up."
Missy giggled again and said, "Look who's talking! Mum, if you can't bake a cake, cook a cake!" I smiled, mumbling to myself that it's probably safer for me to simply buy a cake.
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09-05-12, 09:17 #1Hi, I'm New
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back to back baby
got 2weeks left in pregnancy and baby is back to back i keep getting shock pain in spine and bladder it really not nice how can u get him to turn before labour starts my 1st pregnancy was fine and was 5 nd half hours i copped well with pain, but people say the pain will be worse im worried i wont cope with more pain even if it be in spine area aswell please help im really worried
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Spend as much time as possible on your hands and knees or on your knees and elbows with your bum in the air. Hopefully gravity will turn the baby then.
09-05-12, 09:31 #3
Do you have an exercise or birthing ball? Sit on it 24/7 that can help apparently
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In an attempt to make you feel better -
My 12 week old baby was born back to back. I got to 9cm dilated before I went to hospital and only had gas and air.
I am a complete wimp usually. I can't usually even have a massage without thinking they are hurting me!
It honestly to me just felt like bad period pain mixed with back ache.
09-05-12, 09:46 #5Member
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Don't panic!
My little girl was apparently back to back which they didn't discover until they had induced me at the hospital! The consulant had to give me a quick scan as they thought she was breech but it turned out she was back to back and smiling at the camera! It was all okay i had a 7.5 hour labour after they broke my waters and managed on gas and air so i'm sure that you will be fine.
09-05-12, 10:00 #6Sarah H(2783)
I agree with being on your hands and knees a lot. I used it as an excuse to clean some skirting boards and my kitchen floor!
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Hi 2 of my 4 have been op (back to back). My 2nd ended up a forceps delivery but that was more because he was a direct op and 10lb 4oz. My 3rd was a home water birth and although back to back usually causes more back pain I didn't have any pain relief for her (apart from the water) and she was 9lb 1oz. When her head came out she was just looking up at us in the water for 2 minutes before her body came out, it was amazing!
My feelings are that you'd probably have been better off not knowing as it has stressed you out but after an ok first labour just do the same again and you will probably be fine!
The pain you have could just be from baby lying near a nerve and you would get it whatever his position. Back to Back isn't that bad.
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My lastdd is 12 weeks she was back to back and face turned sideways. This was 7 th labour i have to say it did hurt more than others. But not in my back as i expected. It was strange as contractions are not felt in same way not across stomach . It did hurt lots i wont lie but it was over in hour and 10 mins so. Dont think it made the process any longer
09-05-12, 10:22 #9Member
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My dd was back to back. When my contractions started it felt like really bad period pain and the midwife had me on a machine to check them but they didn't show up on it because they were so low down. The actual labour was pretty quick and I think as long as you do what feels right for you, you'll be fine - midwife kept trying to get me on a birthing ball which just wasn't comfortable for me, soon as I was on my back it was more comfortable. Good look with the new baby and try nit to get yourself worked up about it x
09-05-12, 12:07 #10
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Hello Stacey
You are almost there and soon to have you bundle in your arms
You have had such great support from other mums which i really hope has helped
Any positions where you are leaning forward is best for encouraging your baby to move to back - to - tummy position, and not back - to - back
have a look at this information, i am sure it will help
Some babies lie with their back against their mothers back, which is know as an occiput posterior (OP) position. Labour tends to take longer if the baby is in this position because he cant tuck in his chin very well and getting through the pelvis is more awkward. If a baby is lying OP, this often causes backache during labour.
Lounging on sofas and sitting in cars, may make babies more likely to lie in a posterior position. Because the back of your babys body is heavier than the front, his back will tend to roll toward the direction youre leaning in. So if youre leaning backward or reclining (as on a sofa), his back may roll toward your back so he will be in a posterior position.
If youre leaning forward, however, his back may roll toward your front an anterior position. Leaning forward is therefore better than leaning backward. Also, if youre in a position in which your knees are below your hips, this creates more space for the babys head to lie in the front of your pelvis. Some babies, however, will not shift their position.
Good luck with your labour Stacey x x
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My 3rd was back to back, I had no pain relief for the labour, I had no complications. And the midwife referred to my son as being a stargazer baby. I'll never forget that, so don't worry you'll be one of those mums with a beautiful, special, amazing, stargazer baby. All the best. x
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Don't worry, it's not such a big deal, many babies turn anyway during labour (mine did) but I know of plenty of others who didn't and who had great labours/births!
Good luck.
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Eurozone bails out Ireland, but is this sustainable?
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The Eurozone has finally signed off its €85bn bailout package for Ireland. The confirmation was initially welcomed by markets, but jitters speedily returned about the sustainability of the Eurozone in the face of this latest hit to its wallet. The question now being asked is whether the Eurozone can afford to keep bailing out its members.
This piece on Citywire outlines the key points from the bailout, noting that the European Council has agreed to set up a new permanent mechanism to deal with governments that get into financial trouble.
This is all encouraging. In spite of this the problem, in the main, is fear. The bond markets have been nervous, pushing up the cost of debt for peripheral European countries such as Portugal, Greece and – the real source of all this worry – Spain. There is a danger that this fear pushes these countries into a bailout that the Eurozone may or may not be able to afford.
The high profile Goldman Sachs economist Jim O'Neill has some thoughts on the sustainability of the Eurozone, outlined here in Robert Peston's blog.
O'Neill says that while the rebuilding of the Eurozone will be imperfect, it is likely to hold. Although the sovereign indebtedness of Greece, Ireland and Portugal is huge relative to their individual economies, it is tiny compared to the overall size of the Eurozone. Spain is the biggest worry for most market participants and its debt still 'only' represents 5.3% of Eurozone GDP. Eurozone debt as a whole is similar to that of the US.
The trouble is that the Eurozone is not the US, as Dannecus points out in response to Peston's blog: "It does not really operate cohesively. Elections are mainly a joke and 'anyone' can get elected to the EU parliament with little or no scrutiny of their lack of talent. Either (the Eurozone) should become a country (a federation like the US) and impose proper management on its wayward outlying regions, or give up and go back to being separate countries….The main problem with the Euro is a total lack of decent management skill at the centre of the monster, despite the huge sums it costs. Until they fix this it is going to continue to be a mess."
Imposing an austerity package in the US is easier, because it is centrally managed (even though it has shown little sign of doing so to date). The Eurozone, in contrast, has too many moving parts.
However, the bail-out continues to show how committed the member states are to the maintenance of the Eurozone. It also shows where the balance of power lies. Ireland has been forced to recognise that its participation in the Euro, from which it has derived such benefits, comes at a price – sublimation to the will of Germany.
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Saelig Company Inc. (www.saelig.com) has announced the availability of MSO functionality to their range of Rigol DS2000A and DS1000Z scopes. The mixed-signal extension provides digital signal debug capabilities to the user, allowing simultaneous viewing of analog and digital signals for comprehensive signal analysis. Both models leverage Rigol's Ultravision technology from the DS6000 series, offering superior performance and functionality in this class.
Designed to reduce test time in research, development and failure analysis applications, the MSO2000A and MSO1000Z series digital oscilloscopes facilitate detecting signal and device characteristics with comprehensive trigger functions, hardware-based real time waveform records, replay, search and analysis functions. The multi-lingual user interface allows easy configuration of the oscilloscopes in the local language.
Saelig – MSO functionality to Rigol DS2000A and DS1000Z scopes - [Link]
In this episode Shahriar explores the world of filters! Starting from a simple lumped RC filter, he briefly covers the theory before moving onto measurement techniques. The bandwidth of the filter is verified experimentally in the time domain. A more complex RLC band-stop filter is also demonstrated with a tune-able inductor which is measured using an RLC meter. Using a Rigol spectrum analyzer with built in tracking generator and an active probe, the frequency response of the filter is measured. Several other packaged filters are also demonstrated and a microwave band-pass filter is disassembled to reveal its internal construction.
Tutorial on Passive Filters, Data Transmission and Equalization - [Link]
High-performance RF signal source family offers AM/FM/Phase modulation with I/Q modulation option
Fairport NY: Saelig Company Inc. (www.saelig.com) has introduced a high-performance RF signal source family, the DSG3000 3GHz/6GHz series, offering standard AM/FM/Phase modulation, as well as options for I/Q modulation and I/Q baseband output. The DSG3000 Series generates waveforms with high signal purity, typical phase noise of less than 110dBc/Hz@20kHz, and a wide output range of -130dBm to +13dBm. The DSG3000 RF signal generator has standard pulse modulation with an on/off ratio of up to 80dB, with an optional pulse train generator also available. The DSG3000 series has a typical amplitude accuracy of better than 0.5dB, and the standard 0.5ppm internal clock can be upgraded to an optional 5ppb high stability oven-controlled clock.
The DSG3000 series RF signal generators support internal and external modulation capabilities and operate with USB, LAN, LXI-C, and GPIB remote control interfaces. They also feature a wear-free electronic attenuator design and an automatic flatness calibration function via external automated power meter control over USB. This can be used as an automatic flatness calibration test system functionality for cables, attenuators, amplifiers, etc. The DSG3000's standard 2U height is designed to save space when used with the optional rack mount kit.
Offering remarkable value for the money, the DSG3000 Series RF source is ideal for applications in wireless communication, radar test, audio/video broadcasting, as well as for general purpose, educational, and consumer electronics needs.
DSG3000 Signal Generators are made by RIGOL Technologies, a rapidly growing test and measurement company and the world's second largest oscilloscope manufacturer by volume. RIGOL delivers high quality, high performance and value-priced test equipment for engineers, technicians and students worldwide. Offered with a remarkable 3-year warranty, the DSG3000 series is available now from Saelig Company, Inc. 1-888-772-3544 firstname.lastname@example.com
Saelig Announces Economical 3GHz/6GHz RF Signal Generator Series - [Link]
by mjlorton:
This is a review / buyer's guide / tutorial on the Rigol DS2000 / DS2072A. As this is my first oscilloscope review I've gone into a little more detail for those new to oscilloscopes. I'm trying to use a standard set tests for this review which will carry through to future reviews so comparisons can be made between oscilloscopes.
I will do a side by side review of the Rigol DS2000 vs the Agilent DSOX2000 in the future. In this review I do make comparisons and references to the Agilent 2000 X series.
Review: Rigol DS2000 Oscilloscope - [Link]
In this episode Shahriar extensively reviews the Rigol DSA1030A-TG3 Spectrum Analyzer. A wide variety of experiments are performed using the Rigol spectrum analyzer to serve both as a tutorial to use the instrument and to demonstrate its capabilities. Some measurement results are also performed using other calibrated instruments to verify the accuracy of the spectrum analyzer. The Rigol DSA1030A-TG3 can be purchased directly from Rigol Inc.
Rigol DSA1030A-TG3 Spectrum Analyzer Review and Experiments - [Link]
"stevechamberlin" hands-on review of the Rigol DS1074Z oscilloscope
Rigol DS1074Z Oscilloscope Review - [Link]
RIGOL DSA1030A is a 9 kHz to 3 GHz Performance Spectrum Analyzer with advanced measurement capabilities. At only $4999 market price, DSA1030A has USB and Ethernet connectivity as well as a VGA outlet. It features a minimum resolution bandwidth of 10 Hz and comes with an all-digital IF design technology to meet the needs for reliability and precision for some of the most demanding RF applications. DSA1030A offers other optional features such as the Advanced Measurement option attainable for applications either in low noise or in narrow resolution and also a built-in pre-amplifier to help on low level signals. The interface is also comparable to other rated analyzers with a large display at 21.6 cm with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels that in return allows good viewing and easy navigation.
The DSA1030A Spectrum Analyzer offers readily accessible frequency settings. The span control for functions like zooming in/out or even for zero and full span can be attained readily in one click. All the menus can be set quickly and easily. The configuration of the analyzer is also made simple. Just access the marker functions, press the marker buttons and you will see exactly what you expect.
One thing about the DSA1030A Spectrum Analyzer is that changing most of its settings in effect also automatically updates the display settings on the screen to match your desired options. The status indicator is readily available and is always on the screen. No matter where you are on the spectrum analyzer, the status indicator is always provided. Correction settings are also integrated to the analyzer to allow file corrections for antenna, cable or similar as long as it comes with the correct format. Data can be corrected by these settings live in real time.
The RIGOL DSA1030A Spectrum Analyzer comes with standard accessories such as the Advance Measurement Kit (AMK) and USB cable and power cord. It weighs 6.2 kg without the optional battery that can be used for portable operation. In addition, it has a user-friendly preset function that enables users to load their previous measurements. With an exceptional market price, it is safe to say that the DSA1030A Spectrum Analyzer can be used for broad electronics applications present today.
RIGOL DSA1030A Spectrum Analyzer - [Link]
RIGOL DS-4054 Oscilloscope is a member of RIGOL's DS400 Series of Digital Oscilloscopes, a series of versatile and high performance oscilloscopes that integrates today's most advanced features and technologies. The DS-4054 model features a 9 Inch wide display with 500 MHz bandwidth. The important buttons are easy to find like the control and functional buttons. Channel and measurement settings are located in an easy to find menu that makes adding measurements to the display a quick and easy process. Custom measurements can also be done through manual option allowing users to adjust the cursor freely.
At a market price of $5,899, the DS-4054 boosts some special features unique to its price range. One feature highlighted is that the device can be used in various triggering modes. Through triggering menu featured in this device, users can go to different triggering functionalities like the conventional Edge type triggers, communication type triggers and even custom triggers that can be set-up. Another plus for the DS-4054 is its recording capability. The device is equipped with waveform recording and display functionality allowing users to have a closer look of signals that appear unusual making it more convenient to examine the waveforms. The device uses ultravision technology that insures numerous options of waveform recording and analysis due to its large memory and high acquisition rate.
RIGOL DS-4054 Oscilloscope being part of the DS400 Series is likely to become more successful than other market leaders. Compared to its closest competitor the Tektronix DP0300 with a sampling rate of 2.5 GSa/s, memory of 5 Mpts and an acquisition rate of 50,000 wfms/s, the DS-4054 already boosts a 4 GSa/a sampling rate, 140 Mpts memory and an acquisition rate of 50,000 wfms/s. For connectivity, the device also comprises a USB, Ethernet and a VGA output port. The RIGOL DS-4054 in total provides users easy measurement access, exceptional display and is definitely worth the price you pay for the device.
RIGOL DS-4054 Digital Oscilloscope – Product Overview - [Link]
Dave started out wanting to investigate the power-on spike on the Rigol DP832 Lab Power Supply, but ended up hunting down a reset bug that uncovered a bad thermal design mistake in the supply.
EEVblog #512 – Rigol DP832 Bad Design Investigation - [Link]


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|30 Jun 2010
W7: DHCP works fine, but NO Static IP
I got a little problem getting the static ip configuration to work on one of the Windows 7 machine, DHCP works but i need to be static. Here is the layout of my network:
1. Modem conected to:
2. 4 port wireless router conected to:
3. 8 port SMC giga switch conected to:
3a. Windows 7 computer - static ip
3b. WinXP computer - static ip
3c. Network printer - static ip
3d. Network camera - static ip
3e. 5 port SMC giga switch
3e. The 5 port SMC giga switch conected to:
3ei: WinXP computer - static ip
3eii. Windows 7 computer - with two lan cards
Lan card 1: its a 10/100 card that works both in DHCP and static form. (its disabled right now)
Lan card 2: ITs a 10/100/1000 card that only seems to work in DHCP form. Once i set it up as static, the computer wont see the network (without connection).
1. Both Windows 7 boxes are configured the same way except the ip number of course.
2. The ip range on the network is in the 192.168.1.xxx
3. Gateway and Primary DNS: 192.168.1.1
4. Subnet: 255.255.255.0
5. I have disabled IPv6 (read in forums that might help) still doesnt work.
I have ran out of ideas.. :s
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|30 Jun 2010
Windows 7 Enterprise x64 SP1
I assume you tried various static ip addresses within that subnet and are keeping track of which ones you are using. Have you tried connecting the pc directly to your router?
Also, consider disabling dhcp on your router.
Does your adapter ip settings look similar to this?
Out of curiosity, what is the make of the LAN card and what drivers are you using? Windows or OEM?
|My System Specs
|01 Jul 2010
Hi merkat106, thanks for your reply
The adapter settings look like the one you posted, i do keep track of the ip´s used and there are no conflicts in that regard.
I got all the other machines configured and working properly. I havent hooked this one up directly to the router, i would be inclined to do it if there was a recurring problem with other systems but its just this one. I´m sure i end up doing it if dotn fix it the way it is now.
The nic card used on this system is:
Brand: Intellinet
model: gigabit pci express
Drivers: windows installed them automatically but i will try the oem ones, thanks for the hint
|My System Specs
|01 Jul 2010
Vista 64 Ultimate, Windows 7 64 Ultimate, Ubuntu 9.10
I can recall having to add the static IP to the routers Client Reserved IP List and the problem you cite was no longer an issue, I think the problem you are experiencing is with the NIC, it might be a good idea to see if there is a firmware update for the NIC.
|My System Specs
|01 Jul 2010
i just updated the driver with the oem one. The controler is a realtek rtl8168b/8111b
same result, i can ping all other computers but i cant surf the web.
I will check for a firmware update also, thanks fishnbanjo
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Terrific for small family break or for big family reunion. The same comfortable stylish feel applies to all six of the child friendly Courtyard Cottages around the splendid Upper Court, a Cotswold Georgian Manor. All benefit from the lake, grounds with children's play area and lovely gardens. In the summer you'll wake to bird song and the early morning activities of the swans, geese and ducks (who love being fed!) on the lake. You will see foxes trotting along the hedgerows at dawn and catch the deer grazing in the dusk on the hill. .
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With a little vase of colourful sweetpeas on the kitchen table for our arrival, we knew we'd enjoy staying in the cottage and we absolutely did. We stayed in Dovecote, a perfect cute place to stay for a couple with a baby, but there are numerous other cottages for parties of differing sizes. I loved Dovecote because it was set over three floors, with the bathroom at the top, the bedroom in the middle, and the kitchen/dining room/living area on the ground floor. We adored our four poster bed and the quirky mix of furniture around the cottage, all pulled together with floral, country cottage décor. Toiletries are provided in the bathroom, but do bring your own bits and bobs too, such as bubble bath, to make the most of the fab standalone bathtub.
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Upper Court provide a comprehensive list of nearby pubs and restaurants for you to sample during your stay, should you so wish.
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It's great having the little swimming pool on-site for the little ones to have an energetic splash around.
The Cotswolds is full of family-friendly attractions, with plenty to do just a short drive away. Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm Park is around an hour's drive and is a fun and exhilarating day out - we visited on our way home and had a brilliant time. The picturesque city of Stratford-on-Avon is a forty-five minute drive for lots of entertainment options, from restaurants to boat trips to theatre. Also nearby is the Cotswold Wildlife Park, the Cotswold Water Park, and Westonbirt Arboretum. And there are numerous fun walks and cycle routes.
Child Friendly Facilities and Extras:
There are various children's books provided in the cottages for those chilled-out moments indoors. There's also plenty of room, both in the cottages and outdoors. The outdoor area provides a great space to go on walks or play games, and there's the swimming pool too.
Final thoughts:
It was such a sweet trip away for us and we could have happily stayed longer, just enjoying the peace and quiet, and the easygoing way of life in the cottage. Whether you're a couple, small group, or large group, we definitely recommend you including Upper Court in your shortlist for a fab, family-friendly break in beautiful surroundings.
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Christian Heritage Academy starts with the premise that the only complete education is Christian education.
This premise is based on the fact that only Christian education deals with all the dimensions of life.
It is our goal to provide those things that will promote the development of each student's mind, body, and soul in order that he/she might become a productive, responsible citizen to God, country, and society.
We have two basic goals for our students: to be academically prepared to successfully handle any future educational challenges, and to be spiritually prepared to face life's situations with confidence through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Day 1: Home - London
Depart today on your transatlantic flight bound for London.
Day 2: London (D)
Arrive in London, and after clearing customs, you will be transferred to your hotel. En route to the hotel, enjoy a panoramic tour of this city of pageantry and display, home of thinkers and speakers, birthplace of English drama, and where more than 40 theatres remain in operation year round.
Day 3: London (B, D)
Today enjoy your morning guided city walking tour. Stroll through Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square, Piccadilly, Parliament Big Ben, Whitehall, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and more! Your afternoon is free to continue on your own and visit Buckingham Palace to watch the changing of the guards, pop into Harrods for a little souvenir shopping, or visit the British Museum.
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This morning, you will be transferred to the train station for your train to Paris, the city of perfume and charm, everlastingly beautiful and unchanged. No other city has lavished such energy and attention upon its music halls and cabarets with names such as "Opera Comique". "Follies Bergere", and "Casino de Paris" that are famous around the world. Upon arrival, you will transfer from the train station to your hotel and enjoy en route, a panoramic city tour including Les Grand's Boulevard, L'Opera, Place de la Concorde, Les Champs Elysees, L'Arc de Triomphe, and Notre Dame. After you have settled into your hotel, you may wish to survey your surroundings or walk to the Latin Quarter. The remainder of the day is free to wander the narrow and colourful streets of Paris and to do some souvenir shopping.
This evening you may wish to ascend the Eiffel Tower for a spectacular night view of the city from atop this world famous landmark.
Day 5: Paris (B, D)
This morning your guide will escort you throughout the lively streets of Paris. Meander the Champs Elysse, marvel at the Arc de Triomphe, and then visit the magnificent gilded dome church where you will see the imposing Tomb of the Emperor Napoleon. The remainder of the day is free to visit Notre Dame Cathedral and the Louvre Museum, shop, have lunch or a cappuccino at an outdoor cafe or just explore on your own the vibrant streets of this historic city.
Day 6: Paris (B, D)
This morning after an early breakfast, you will board your coach and head off for a morning excursion to Versailles to visit this creation of the French Monarchy at the time of its greatest splendour. Consisting of the great palace, the gardens, and the Trianons, it is a wonderful harmonious composition of building and landscape, a unique expression of the vitality of French art during the 17th -18th century. Between 1682 -1789, Versailles was the seat of government and France's political capital. Today the Chateau of Versailles seems outrageously large but in 1682 when Louis XIV took up residence it housed about 15,000 noblemen, servants and hangers–on who moved in with Louis. After your guided tour of this magnificent chateau, return to Paris. The remainder of your day is free.
Day 7: Paris - Chartres, St. Malo (B, D)
Today after breakfast board your private coach heading for Chartres to visit the magnificent 13th century cathedral. The two soaring spires of the cathedral dominate the medieval town at it's base. The town of Chartres has been attracting pilgrims for over 2000 years, particularly because of the Sainte Chemise, a piece of cloth claimed to have been worn by the Virgin Mary when she gave birth to Jesus. Then it is on to the Channel Port of St. Malo, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Brittany. Here you will visit the Chateau de St. Malo which dates from the 14th and 15th centuries. Lose yourself wandering within the city walls along a web of narrow, cobbled streets with tall 18th century buildings housing souvenir shops and restaurants.
Day 8: St. Malo - Chenonceaux (B, D)
Today board your coach for Mont St. Michel. Mont St. Michel grew from a humble 8th century oratory to become a Benedictine Monastery of great influence in the 12th and 13th centuries. Then on to Chenonceau Castle. The 16th century Chenonceau, complete with a moat, drawbridge, towers, and turrets, is everything you imagine a fairy tale castle to be. It is considered to be the loveliest of the Loire chateaux. After free time to wander, you will return to your hotel for the night.
Day 9: Chenonceaux - Paris (B, D)
Today you return to Paris but not before visiting Chambord Castle. The 440 room castle was begun in 1519 by King Francois I and was believed to have been inspired by Leonardo da Vinci. It is the largest and most spectacular chateau in the entire Loire Valley. Later return to Paris for your last overnight.
Day 10: Paris - Home (B)
Au revoir Paris. Be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
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I'm trying to replace my hard disk of my computer that has Windows Vista OEM. I have the recovery CD's with me. If i buy a new hard drive, and install it in to the computer, will i be able to install OEM version of Windows Vista i had in computer using the recovery CDs?
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You should be able to do that, if the disks work. Usually they do, sometimes they don't.
You won't end up with an OEM version of Windows. You'll end up with an OEM version of Windows plus whatever other stuff was on the PC when you bought it---whether you want that other stuff or not.
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I'm so afraid of being happy again. This time, last year, I was happy. I remember it exactly. The feeling. I was so in love. I was so so in love. I was in such a beautiful place in life, Lebron got his second ring, my friends were all good, and my family was good, I was financially sound.. I didn't even have to work. If I could bottle how happy I was a year ago and sell it, it would make me a millionaire.
I'm happy right now, mostly. But not the same. Not blissfully, over the top, can't change it happy. I can't complain about how my life is. I have everything I could possibly want, it's just.. I saw how my life fell apart after those months and the disaster that was stirring covered with the mask of summer. When you're as happy as I was, you don't notice shit. You don't notice the love of your life losing interest in you. You don't notice the pain your friends are experiencing. You don't plan for the future as you should. You just think happiness is easy, and it makes sense.
And I believed that so honestly. I believed in my happiness and the love that I had for people. Have you ever asked a genuinely happy person for advice? It sounds stupid. Read the advice I gave people a year ago, I sounded like Bob Marley. Like yeah, just let it go you'll feel better. My mind is so conflicted now and I've learned to much. I just don't know if I get regain my naive mind, I wish I could. I hope I can. I don't know, maybe I'm better like this. Sheltered from myself.
But who am I kidding, it's in my nature to be naive. And love is my of being. I guess I'm only writing this because I know I'm about to enter that realm of happiness again and fuck it's scary.
I'm so afraid of being happy again. This time, last year, I was happy. I remember it exactly. The feeling. I was so in love. I was so so in love. I was in such a beautiful place in life, Lebron got his second ring, my friends were all good, and my family was good, I was financially sound.. I didn't even have to work. If I could bottle how happy I was a year ago and sell it, it would make me a millionaire.
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I barely ever stay home anymore, I just don't want to be by myself. I feel like I'm wasting time. After everything that's been happening in my house this last month, I feel nomadic. That was never me, I was always a homebody. Now I find myself able to sleep anywhere, wake up anywhere, go out everywhere and I can't decide if I'm running away from something or looking for it. I was waiting for all these changes to happen and, now they have, and I don't know what I'm supposed to do. I can't decide if my decisions are good or bad. I'm paranoid that things are going to catch up to me, so that means it was bad. But it all makes me so happy, so how is it not good. And it's like maybe if I keep pushing it I'll reach something. I imagine everywhere I want to be, with who, what I want to do, but I don't make any moves. I live the mundane 9-5 and then try to squeeze everything else into my time off. But I'm tired of my life being pressed for time. I'm tired of waiting for the end. I don't want to do what I don't want to do. I harvest the most obscene amount of arrogance inside me, but I'm still so scared of potential. Sometimes I just stir the pot to see what the fuck it's going to taste like. I guess, I just want more but I want less. Maybe if I keep peeling back all these layers I'll find it, whatever it is.
Today was my last undergrad college class ever. I've made such a big deal out of this because it means everything to me, and I don't think people understand that. As much as I've loved my last few years of school it's been such a struggle. Everyone gives that "school just isn't for me" line but no, school wasn't for me either. I've been the most mediocre student my entire life, my average even right now is a strong C as it has been for as long as I can remember.
I mean, up until high school I was in special ed because I could not focus and I was dyslexic. When I tell you I hate sitting in school wether it was elementary, middle school, high school I mean it. Anyways, I went to three different colleges. When I graduated high school, I had no clue in this world what I wanted to do with my life. Not like I know much more now, but nonetheless I started in community college. I was "majoring" in business. I didn't even know how to spell business, I honestly used to write "buisness". I don't regret that in the slightest though. I saved money, I saved huge losses, I hated community college but it taught me that I needed a small classroom. So I dropped out after a few years, I went to Fashion Institute of Technology, and majored in fashion merchandising.. which, I hated. I love fashion but I was learning nothing. I was surrounded by people who were so superficial, they were all rich and studying abroad. I felt like they loved fashion because it was passing time, and they needed a degree. I love fashion because I love to express myself, I love how clothes are made, I love colors, I love shapes, I love emotions. I didn't love FIT. They had awesome flea markets on campus though, bought some really good clothes while I was there.
Then, alas, I found my school. Manhattan College. I'm not going to say it's for everybody, but I majored in English because my Dad majored in English. I told myself that I had to get a degree somehow, and I loved reading so if I have to finish somehow I can do it by reading. I wont sit here and write a dedication about how I've learned so much and I've loved my professors, but I have. English classes have taught me everything, they've fueled so much creativity and have made me question so much. There's only a handful of English professors in my school, the department is small, so I've had each one multiple times and generally have class with students from my major and.. there are no words for how much I'll miss that environment. Of being able to sit in a circle and discuss things that we all feel are important, what spoke to us in the reading, our opinions, how it shapes everything. It taught me that school might not be for you, but if I hadn't been forced to learn half of these things I'd still be dating boys who aren't worth me, sitting with half full dreams, pursuing things that don't matter, dwelling in relationships that are translucent. The things I've been forced to question and ponder in college have made me colorful.
This is so wordy, and long, and random, and I'm somewhat sorry (but not sorry) if you have read the whole thing. But I say all of this, all of these words, to say this: please do not forget that growth is also change, so don't be neglect change. Please do not be afraid of it. Don't be afraid of failing, and don't be afraid of new learning things that change your entire view on life. When you meet a new idea dwell on it, form an opinion, question if you agree, find a reason. Don't be afraid to to say that something wasn't right for you, don't be afraid to say that it is right for you. When you graduate high school at 17ish/18ish, you can not even fathom how much your life isn't going to change by the time you reach twenty-something. I do think that college is important if you don't know exactly what you're looking for, there are thousands and thousands of schools in this country. Some have lecture halls, some have 10 student classrooms, some don't even have classrooms. Search for somewhere beautiful to expand yourself, or follow your dreams. Do not give up on yourself and please never stop educating yourself. That's all.
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People are asking me what has happened to my blog and I think I owe it to everyone who supports me through whatever some sort of explanation. My blog was really steady for months until about January and that is the same to say for my life. January hit and well, I went through a breakup, which was a shock to me. I hate sounding like a girl from a movie but, I felt really lost. I was very comfortable for two years and bam. Then I started my last semester of school, and a new internship that consumed all my time (and it was hell) and I was still working. I was extremely overwhelmed, everything in my life was either starting or ending and I felt like.. who the hell am I anymore, every morning. I wasn't even sad, I was just like, looking at myself like I wasn't me. So I took time to figure out who I was, who I am, who I want to be, and so on and so forth.
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Doctor's Season Orders: Adult Swim Renews 'Childrens Hospital' and 'NTSF:SD:SUV::'
Who would have thought that when Adult Swim's short-form medical comedy 'Childrens Hospital' debuted as a web series in 2008, that four years later the show would have an Emmy under its belt, an endless parade of celebrity guest stars, and a renewal for a fifth season? Adult Swim has made possible exactly that, also granting an additional season to the 'Childrens'-inspired terrorism parody 'NTSF:SD:SUV::,' but when will the new episodes debut?
The healing power of laughter will officially go on, as Deadline reveals that Adult Swim has renewed medical comedy 'Childrens Hospital' for a fifth season, and 'NTSF:SD:SUV::' for a third year of its absurdist procedural comedy. The move comes as something of a no-brainer for Adult Swim, considereing that 'Childrens Hospital' recently garnered the 2012 Emmy for Outstanding Special Class: Short-format Live-Action Entertainment Programs.
Its short 10-minute run-time and December shooting schedule also easily attracts a wealth of buzz-worthy guest stars, including 'Mad Men's Jon Hamm and 'Parks and Recreation' star Nick Offerman. The show was created by series star Rob Corddry, operating as a six-episode web series in its 2008 debut. 'NTSF:SD:SUV::' (National Terrorism Strike Force: San Diego: Sport Utility Vehicle) was itself initially a mock advertisement aired during 'Childrens Hospital,' until comedian Paul Scheer created the series for real.
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I feel sick, goodnight!
I need to learn to let go.
So so thankful. Best friend in the whole world. This was the best birthday present I've ever been given and it means more to me than anyone will ever know. We will never be in this exact moment ever again and that makes me cherish it that much more. I'm learning to be a better person more and more. This experience has really changed the way I see things and how I view experiences as huge as this experience.
Death Cab for Cutie
July 9th, 2012
Thank you.