text:
|Topic Review (Newest First)
I agree with Michael M.
For plants, I would suggest Anubias, Java Fern and Java Moss for your Frog tank. You don't even have to plant any of them, just attach to a rock, wood or aquarium decor.
Good Luck!
|Michael M
What the...
You know this is my very first post on this forum...I joined to post something else but since my gf has an ACF I thought I'd just pop in.
Who the heck are these people saying it's ok to stick relatively large animals in tanks just double their size? And use defenses like these animals can't talk so they can't tell us they're unhappy or not...so they must be happy!
Look, we're all jerks for keeping any animal in an environment that isn't where they are naturally from even more so for aquatic and avian animals. But we should responsibly keep them or at least admit that we cannot keep them properly when the time comes.
Seriously, get a 10 gallon, the footprint is not much bigger and the cost is probably just around the same...so why not? You could probably go even cheaper and get one on clist used.
My gf had one, in one of those 5Gallon acrylic pet carrier for years. Her dad took over and never did a lick of research. It lived in that carrier for 8 years not a single plant, hide, filter, or anything with a water line that was only an inch above it's body flat (the old man thought the frog would drown with more water...yeah...I still have to add water when I go visit). But I bought a 10g and supplies for under $20 from petco. 8 years! Honestly, I think about euthanizing the thing all the time.
Can an ACF live in bad conditions? Sure. But don't just don't.
|Michael M
Michael M, tanks looks great. I was only reading the thread due to curiosity. These guys are pretty cool.
DaBears, not knowing a single thing about these frogs, I googled their care. Every site I clicked on said MINIMUM 10 gallons a frog.
|Michael M
Just so you have an idea of how this tank has grown very rapidly.. this was the tank on 9/16/12:
I did change a LOT of stuff but really I didn't add much besides floating plants and I removed that huge piece of driftwood which wasn't really doing it for me.. I would have to say it grew in nicely!
Again, zero fertilizers, no CO2, and a 36" Finnex Ray2 for lighting. Again, no masterpiece but I am very happy with the results. : )
|Michael M
Planted ACF 40B Pics
Here's some snapshots of my 40B with Clawed Frogs.. I know it's not an aquascaping masterpiece by any stretch but the frogs really enjoy it!
This is a 40 gallon breeder tank (which is actually 45 gallons). As you can see these guys love to swim around, get the biggest aquarium you can, trust me.
These are only 2.5 to 3.5" frogs btw.. they're still juveniles.. about 5-7 months old.
|Michael M
Plants do fine without a heater, my tank stays around 70F, which is in the cooler sub tropical range. I don't think many plants need warm water specifically.
Frogs are very sensitive to the heavy metals in fertilizers. I've written SeaChem and they responded back that their FlourishTabs are OK for amphibians but I can only assume they are safe because they are placed deep in the substrate and aren't present in the water column, this is only useful for plants which are heavy root feeders, like crypts. I'd just avoid fertilizers all together, if you're doing a low tech tank you'll probably wind up with more algae and poisoned frogs before you see much benefit for your plants.
I personally wouldn't use fluorite because your frogs can become impacted from swallowing it, the risk may not be extreme but these frogs can live 15 years or more so the chances of it eventually swallowing some of it are likely.
I use sand, I think a good sand for ACF are CaribSea's Moonlight Sand or Sunset Gold.. these aren't AWESOME for planting but they've worked OK for me. The sand is very fine and if they swallow some, it won't impact them. You could possibly use a substrate that holds plants better then add a layer of sand on top, that would work fine I think but I just use sand and my plants haven't gone anywhere.
When I get home I will post some pictures of my set up. It's only 3 months old and it's really filled in quite nicely. My wisteria is out of control and need trimmed badly, my crypt is doing well, my water sprite and frog bit/dwarf water lettuce has grown in nicely and my Anubias is actually flowering. I use no fertilizers and just have three ACF in a 40B.
Oh one last thing, make sure your frog gets at least 10 gallons, really 20 gallon long is ideal. They are very active frogs, especially at feeding time! Also make sure you get a good lid without any gaps, these guys can and will escape given half a chance. I almost lost a frog because of this but luckily I found him within a few hours.
Do plants do ok without a heater too?
I think u mentioned these frogs being sensitive to ferts...I was not going to do much fertilizing, just some seachem fluorish as directed. Will this be ok?
Is seachem fluorite an ok substrate for ACF?
I would love to see some pics of your set-up!
Thx for all the info!
|Michael M
I think most people with ACF lower the water ~4 inches or so to reduce escape attempts, they're not uncommon. I keep mine about 2 inches from the top but my glass lid has zero gaps now and so far so good.
I've had good luck with my frogs and plants. It really depends, stuff like dwarf hair grass and ludwiga just didn't work. My moneywort and wisteria stays planted though, I tend to wedge it in between driftwood though and that works out alright for me.
I have to somewhat agree with everyone here... I had an ACF for 17 years (I miss him!). He never lived in anything smaller than a 10 and spent the last 5 or so years of his life in a 15. 15 gallons with a strong filter was just about perfect.
I also have a Petco bookshelf tank and it's just about the right size for the betta that lives there, so no, I wouldn't put an adult ACF in there. Even the males grow to be quite a bit bigger than 3 inches. 3 inches is just the body length, not counting legs. They're incredibly active swimmers and swim laps in their tank all day long.
Moreover, your frog is going to uproot pretty much any plant you put in your tank the second he gets startled and tries to find a place to hide.
I'm confused by whoever said you have to lower the water level for these frogs though, especially in a Petco bookshelf tank that's the height of a 2.5 gallon.
|Michael M
These are fully aquatic frogs and their husbandry is much more akin to fish than it is to a pac man frog. Xenopus are very active swimmers and produce a LOT of waste. Why would you keep a frog in 5 gallons of water when it produces more waste than a goldfish? I think we would both agree that a goldfish would suffer and die in a 5 gallon tank... right?
You say your frog lived "quite a long time", did it live for over 10 years? Because these frogs have been known to live over 20 years if kept correctly.
I see a lot of posts on ACF forums about health issues like dropsy, bloat, red leg, fungus, burns, and I assure you that 99% of the time these problems stem from improper conditions people keep their frog in. Poor conditions stem from keeping these frogs in unfiltered and small aquariums. These are very hardy and long lived animals but every animal has a breaking point and keeping ACF in such small aquariums are a recipe for disaster. If you care about your animals, you should learn how to properly care for them.
To the OP. Get a 20 gallon long tank, a HOB filter rated for 40 gallons or more (whispers work OK), skip the heater (these frogs thrive at 68-72F which is room temperature), and keep a lid with no gaps on it so the frog does not escape.
If you want plants stick with floating plants like water sprite, amazon frogbit, wistera is also another good one. These frogs really like floating plants, you can get a little driftwood cave since these frogs like having a place to retreat to since they're skittish. Anubias and Java Fern works fine too, these can be attached to driftwood.
Overall these are not very demanding animals and with these few things your frog will be very happy and live a long time.
What I've suggested should be about the same price as your 'nano' tank and your frog will be much happier and you can enjoy your pet for years and years rather than watching it suffer and die after a year tops....
I have a very nice low-tech 'planted' ACF 40 gallon breeder tank and I will gladly show you some pictures if you want some good suggestions.
100% agree with both of you
|This thread has more than 15 replies. Click here to review the whole thread.
|Posting Rules
You may post new threads
You may post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off


text:
Sorry there are no shows for Blizzard Of Ozz right now.
What people are saying about Blizzard Of Ozz
This area is intended for discussion only. If you have a question about your order you can get in touch via our Customer Service Area. Comments about existing orders, or with questions will be deleted.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Horses are frequently the victims of cruelty and neglect, but their suffering sometimes fails to grab headlines. In honor of National Horse Protection Day, we'd like to share just one horse rescue we've had the opportunity to support.
Last month, 13 emaciated horses were found living on a rural farm in Vermilion County, Illinois. The horses were all skin and bones. Two were blind, and a third was found deceased on the property.
Luckily, the Society for Hooved Animal Rescues and Emergencies (S.H.A.R.E) stepped in and began the long process of rehabilitating the horses. As soon the ASPCA heard about S.H.A.R.E's incredible work, we gave the organization a $6,500 grant to help pay for veterinary care and food for the rescued equines.
We're so glad to assist S.H.A.R.E in its efforts to help horses! Find out how you can get involved and be a hero for horses by reading our top 10 ways to help equines.
Have you stood up for horses? Tell us about it in the comments!


text:
CLEVELAND - NBC's popular reality series "The Biggest Loser" was in Cleveland as part of a 13-city cross-country search to find new contestants for the next edition of the hit show.
One local hopeful who plans on trying out is Marta Elkind who will be tweeting about the audition experience for Channel 3 News. You can follow her tweets @Mexygal Here is a shortened version of the audition tape Marta has made for the "The Biggest Loser" casting directors.
If you have at least 85 lbs. to lose and are interested in applying for the new season, here's what you need to know:
The casting call will be held SATURDAY, JULY 21:
10 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Cleveland South
5300 Rockside Road
Independence, OH 44131
Casting producers are looking for charismatic individuals who have the desire to change their lives forever and vie for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lose weight and compete for a grand prize of $250,000. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legal residents of the United States. For those who are unable to attend a casting call, information on how to apply to the show and submit a videotape is available on www.nbc.com/casting and www.thebiggestlosercasting.com.
People will not be allowed to line up prior to three hours before the start of the open call. Candidates should bring a non-returnable photo of themselves.
Alison Sweeney is the host of "The Biggest Loser," which challenges and encourages overweight contestants to shed pounds in a safe and recommended manner through comprehensive diet and exercise as they compete for a grand prize of $250,000. The series provides the contestants with challenges, temptations, weigh-ins and eliminations until the final contestant remains to claim the title of "the biggest loser." Contestants work out under the supervision of professional trainers Bob Harper and Dolvett Quince.
Season 14 auditions for individuals will be held in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Chicago, Miami, Detroit, Kansas City, Phoenix, Philadelphia, Raleigh, Salt Lake City, Cleveland, Dallas and San Diego. Information about casting calls in other cities can be found by clicking the links above.


text:
American Music Club is a San Francisco-based alternative rock band led by singer-songwriter Mark Eitzel.
This area is intended for discussion only. If you have a question about your order, or require customer service you can get in touch via our Customer Service Area. Comments enquiring about existing orders, including personal details, or with questions will be deleted.


text:
Nb: infants must be under the age of 2 and
children must be under the age of 12 at the time of
Situated close to the Turm T-bar, you can ski almost to and from the door of the Hotel Sonnleiten (the yellow building in the photo). Enjoy traditional après ski live music at the Hinterhag Alm, just a couple of minutes' walk from the hotel or return to the hotel bar where you can sit by the log fire and admire stunning views over the village centre. The Sonnleiten offers a good range of facilities and delicious cuisine. Twin and family rooms combine modern design and traditional features, and have wonderful views of the village and the valley beyond.
Iglu acts as a travel agent for disclosed principals/tour operators, further details
of which will be made available at the time of booking. Your holiday contract will
be bound by the tour operators terms and conditions.
Prices are shown for a basic room or unit, can be subject to change and are indicative
until time of booking. Please call on 020 8544 7114 for prices for other travel
and room options for this property.
Prices shown are per person per week based on maximum occupancy. Descriptions and
quality ratings are provided by the Tour Operator (or one of the Tour Operators
where similar holidays are offered by more than one supplier). We reserve the right
to make minor adjustments to the description or rating based on staff and customer
feedback. For payments by credit card, a 2.5% credit card charge (4% for AMEX) will
be added to your invoice. If you pay by a UK issued debit card, there is no charge.
All bookings are subject to a £5 per person Passenger Admin Fee charged by Iglu.com.


text:
Men's UV Swim Shirt--Short Sleeve
UV-resistant men's rashguard fits loosely and comfortably, not skin-tight.
Just slip it on for all-day protection
- UPF 50+ protection blocks over 98% of the sun's harmful rays
- Flatlock stitching throughout the garment helps keep the seams from irritating your skin
- Chlorine-resistant
Just like traditional rashguards, this shirt has UPF 50+ protection that blocks over 98% of the sun's harmful rays. But unlike other swim shirts, this one is designed to fit loosely and comfortably—just like a normal t-shirt.
The quick-drying, breathable material has just the right blend of nylon and spandex to allow plenty of stretch without being skin-tight.
Raglan sleeves allow full range of motion, and a high, mock turtleneck collar provides additional sun protection for the back of the neck. Men's sizes S-4XL.
Now all sizes and shapes can enjoy truly comfortable protection from the sun's harmful UV rays! Order a Men's UV Swim Shirt from Brookstone today.
Men's UV Swim Shirt--Short Sleeve
Shopping Cart


text:
DMX Shares Story of Meeting Favorite Rapper Scarface in 'My First' Video — Watch
"I was a mess," DMX admits to The BoomBox. "I'm talking about at least seven chicks in the room, like that type of thing." This is the scene the Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood creator describes as the first time he met his favorite rapper Scarface at an Embassy Suites hotel many years ago. Obviously, at the time, X


text:
640 South State StreetDover, Delaware 19901
21 West Clarke AvenueMilford, Delaware 19963
401 North Carter RoadSmyrna, DE 19977
640 S. State StreetDover DE 1990121 West Clarke AvenueMilford DE 19963
301 Jefferson AveMilford, DE 19963
1275 S. State StreetDover, Delaware 19901
It's hard enough to get grownups to wash up. Only two-thirds of adults wash their hands after they use the restroom, studies show.
How do we get our kids into the hand-washing habit, then? The obvious first step is to practice what you preach. Wash your hands before eating or cooking a meal, after using the bathroom, and after working or playing with your hands.
More than half of food-related illness outbreaks are caused by unwashed or poorly washed hands, says the American Society for Microbiology. For example, outbreaks of hepatitis A in children in day-care centers have been directly connected to lack of hand-washing after changing diapers or using the bathroom.
Other pathogens, like E. coli, Shigella, and Norwalk virus, have also been spread by lack of hand-washing. Spread of other conditions, like respiratory infections, impetigo, and conjunctivitis (pinkeye), also can be prevented by washing hands with soap and water.
Tell your children to wash their hands before a meal, after using the bathroom, after playing, and after touching or petting animals. Show them how to do it. Don't get frustrated: It takes a while for the habit to become second nature, says the Association of Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC).
Children know when and why and how to wash their hands, but they forget to, the APIC says. They will wash their hands if the dirt is the obvious kind like mud or finger paints. Less obvious dirt and germs tend to be ignored.
Try these techniques:
For visibly dirty hands, wash in warm running water. This is more effective at dissolving oils.
Wet your hands and then lather with soap.
Wash all hand surfaces. This includes palms, back of hands, fingers, and fingernails.
Rub lathered hands together for at least 20 seconds, and up to 30 seconds (about as long as it takes you to recite the ABCs or sing "Twinkle twinkle little star").
Rinse hands thoroughly with running water, then dry.
If a child is too small to reach the sink and can be safely cradled in 1 arm, hold the child to help him or her wash hands. A child who can stand should either use a child-sized sink or stand on a safety step at a height that allows the child's hands to reach the running water. Another method for a child who can't reach the running water and is too heavy to hold is to wipe the child's hands with a damp and soapy paper towel. Use another clean, wet paper towel to rinse soap off the hands. Dry the hands with a third clean paper towel. Wash your own hands after helping the child.
Soap and water are best. If they are not available, hand sanitizers can be used. Use an alcohol-based sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Apply the sanitizer to the palm and rub all over the hands and fingers and let them air dry.
Bayhealth is Southern Delaware's healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and in Milford. Bayhealth provides a wide range of medical services, including cardiovascular, cancer, orthopaedics and rehabilitation, pediatrics, respiratory care, sleep care, surgical weight loss and women's services.


text:
Your review will appear online when you can now "publish review" on clicking.
Of course, you can save your rating, if appropriate abanden again and then veroffentklicken only.
Your review will be processed shortly. Usually we publish your review within 48 hours on the product detail page. If your product review is still not online after 48 hours, please contact us at: [email protected]
The item is in your basket!
Standard UPS shipping is FREE for orders in Europe over 150€. Otherwise, the standard shipping costs are 8.95€.


text:
Loading product details...
Sorry, product information is unavailable at this time.
Liquid Phyto-Caps
Gaia Herbs' line of Liquid Phyto-Caps contain multi-herb formulas, as well as single ingredient herbs. This patented delivery system, developed exclusively by Gaia Herbs, offers the power of a liquid extract with the convenience of an easily digestible, quick-dissolving capsule.
Liquid Herbal Extracts
Gaia offers a vast array of formulas and single herb extracts that each deliver the herb as was intended by nature. Liquid extracts contain more herbal constituents and are more highly concentrated than liquid herbal tinctures.
Gaia Organics
This line of USDA Certified Organic herbal liquids contains 100 percent certified organic grain alcohol that upholds Gaia's founding commitment to organic farming and delivering herbs as nature intended.
This growing, alcohol-free line of liquid extracts, syrups, oils, salves and tonics has been formulated just for children by Dr. Mary Bove, pediatric naturopath.
Herbal Teas
This new delivery format for herbal supplements offers a delicious taste experience as well as trusted health support. Gaia protects the potency and taste of their teas with foil-lined, flavor-seal pouches and protect the planet with tea bags tied without the use of staples or glues.
Twenty-five years ago, Gaia Herbs was founded by Ric Scalzo, who still leads the company as President and CEO. As a privately held company, Gaia Herbs remains committed to a vision of Purity, Integrity & Potency, which drives how they run their business.
Purity + Integrity = Potency
Gaia Herbs believes that working in accordance with the virtues of harmony is as important as what they produce. Gaia Herbs holds itself—and everything they produce—accountable to the virtues of purity, integrity and potency.
Purity. Each herb must be cultivated in accordance with nature's intent.
Integrity. Herbal medicines must be created to ensure the fullest possible expression of each herb.
Potency. It is only through their commitment to purity and integrity that they can deliver the powerful effects of each herb.
Gaia Farm is the only farm of its kind with an on-site, state-of-the-art laboratory and processing facility. Both are located on 250 acres of the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, one of the most diverse bioregions in North America.
In Gaia's fields, laboratory and production facility, the company studies, observes and learns from nature. They apply those lessons to both growing the highest-quality herbs possible and in facilitating the delivery of herbal bioactive constituents to the people who need them.
Gaia's commitment to purity, integrity and potency starts with the soil through comprehensive organic fertility standards. Plants and seeds are selected only from sources whose organic methods and plant quality can be verified. Then they observe the plants as they grow from seedling to maturity, learning their unique life cycles, using analytical testing to measure bioactivity levels and harvesting only when peak levels have been reached.
The same level of care is applied when herbs enter production in their facility for transformation into herbal supplements. All herbs are validated by rigid purity standards for sourcing and processed with the highest level of integrity. Our careful extraction and concentration methods produce extracts of high potency.
Trace the Purity, Integrity and Potency of your herbs.
"We believe that every herb needs to be held to the highest standards of purity and integrity in order to ensure maximum potency and results for our customers. We also feel that it is not enough to simply state these claims, so we are offering accountability through complete transparency with our MeetYourHerbs traceability program."
–Ric Scalzo, Founder
Trace these factors and more for the herbs in your product:
Gaia Herbs formulates their herbal extracts using strict standards that ensure purity and potency. Pharmaca's selection of natural herbal remedies from Gaia Herbs includes herbal extracts that support sleep, stress management, inflammatory responses, immune system health, digestive health, cardiovascular health and cognitive wellbeing. Additionally, you can find combination herbal remedies for men's health, women's health and support for nursing mothers. At Pharmaca, you can also find Gaia Herbs remedies for kids that are safe, alcohol-free alternatives to over-the-counter cough and allergy medicines.
Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy is your source for natural health products. Browse our online selection of products from all of the best natural brands, or visit one of our pharmacy locations and talk with one of our licensed practitioners. From natural beauty products and cosmetics to vitamins, herbs and supplements, we offer high-quality natural wellness products for the whole family! Start exploring—shop by brand or by condition to find the perfect natural health products for your body, skin, home and more.
The products and claims made about specific products on this site have not been evaluated by Pharmaca.com or the United States Food and Drug Administration and are not approved to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. The information on this site is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy will not assume liability for any cross-contamination of ingredients, misprints, or adverse reactions to any ingredients in the products we carry. The products sold here may contain lead and other substances that are known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Prices and promotions are subject to change without notice. All content on this web site is copyrighted by Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy unless otherwise stated. All online offers and prices are valid for online purchases only, and may be different from those in our retail stores. Free shipping offer may not apply to all orders and all states; see shipping policy for full details. Copyright © 2009 – 2015 by Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy. All rights reserved.


text:
- Stefon Lyons
- Puyallup, WA
- United States
This conversation is closed.
Why do you think there aren't as many vocal leaders as there has been throughout history?
I have been thinking for awhile there is a lack of leadership outside of the politicians. In all other time periods there have been leaders for different causes whom people looked up to and respected such as the obvious examples Ghandi, MLK Jr., Elizabeth Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, etc etc.. Why do you think people aren't put up on the pedestal behind the podium to ignite positive progress anymore? Branching off of that do you think the people in todays world would be accepting of that? Would that style of leadership be good in todays climate?
One of the reasons that i've been contemplating is that whenever someone advocates for change they are viewed as different and they are cast aside because the people don't want to upset the system it seems like. Another major factor i think plays into it is nobody wants to sacrifice. For major groundbreaking change to occur people will need to put there necks on the line for the group, people will get beat up by cops, people will get thrown in jail, and i see that as a key factor in why for lesser or for more "Revolutions" don't happen anymore.
Don Anderson
Jan 16 2013: My first thought was "The media"
- +2
As soon as a leader starts to gain in popularity, the media jump on them and drag them into the mud.
But instead I'll say that today's people realize that one person is not the single expert in all areas, and true wisdom does not come from a single person but from the crowd.
So you could say crowd-source is the great leader of the day.
Jan 16 2013: I agree with your second sentence but in response to the points stated later do you not think the crowd, without a focused agenda is ineffective? People are smart, the masses are stupid, thats been proven over time.
I definitely agree no one is an expert in all areas and no one should try and provoke change with such a claim, but on the other hand a strong leader with a high moral standing and character can get the crowd thinking about the right things and get people to question the current state.
Jan 17 2013: With the growing diversity in crowd-source groups, only people interested in the subject will flock to it.
One reason crowd-source works do great is because it is not limited to a select smart group, it is better to have a mixture of smart, wise, educated and poorly-educated that is to say a group that all don't think alike.
Jan 17 2013: Well with all of the major changes that have happened they have all been pretty diverse groups in regards of thought process and personal agenda.Jan 29 2013: Media was also my first thought. It is humane to have weaknesses and make mistakes, but somehow for the media that is always a "shock and sensation" that a person behind great thoughts might also have not so great weaknesses. Amounts of information we get theses days destroys the allure and wholesome image a leader is expected to have.Jan 16 2013: I suppose the times we live in are simply not extraordinary. Leaders are born when the circumstances require them, not vice versa.
Jan 16 2013: But isn't there always troubling circumstances? There are still a multitude of issues that need resolving.
Jan 17 2013: True, but you can't deny the world is a relatively much more peaceful place than, say, during the first half of the 20th century. And that is is spite of what the media are showing us - terrorism, war in Iraq and so on. I do not wish to say those issues are not relevant but they are nevertheless local issues, not global. Some people try to make the global warming such an issue but as long as there are doubts about the intentions of its advocates, or as long as the climate does not collapse, this issue will not become a world-wide crisis. Talking about crisis - the recent financial one also did not reach a magnitude that would equal the WW2. So there you go - the times are not extraordinary.
I am sure that should a world-wide crisis erupt - leaders would suddenly be born.
Jan 17 2013: There are definitely things going on right now that should be considered global issues but people turn a blind eye, some brief examples, civil wars in Africa, AIDS, Cancer, dwindling resources, rising rate of poverty, monopolies in the market place, and so on. People just aren't identifying with them because we want to think its peace time.Jan 18 2013: Yes, something has happened to people - they are inert and indifferent. But it only menas that it will take an event of a really huge treshold to wake them up.
I don't know, however, if the ultimate outcome would be so pleasing. Let's not forget that "awaken" people are just as likely to bring help and restoration as wars and destruction.
Stefon Lyons
Jan 19 2013: Destruction is the last thing i want, i think it is time to rebuild and restart.... but with the amount of ignorant, face valued people in todays society i see this being difficult to induce.Jan 17 2013: There are still great people out there, they are just harder to hearJan 16 2013: Only courageous men and women of intergrity and character in leadership positions would speak against injustice and corruption.
- +1
Courage that would require a firm and truthful stand on the global village scale, is threatened by the appeal of conformity, and the aversion for painful truths.
Stefon Lyons
Jan 16 2013: This aligns with my thought process exactly but i cant figure out if its due to people cowering away from the limelight or if it is the people who suffocate the individual/ movement.
- +1
Jan 16 2013: Because we are still living our history.
- +1
Three hundred years from now, people will read history books and will be told who were the vocal leaders in our time.
Not all vocal leaders live to see the changes they are vocal about.....as your list of people above well illustrates.
Jan 16 2013: I thought you had run away Mary!
In net time "Long time no see"
Jan 16 2013: Hi Ken.....long time no see.
- 0
I have been keeping up with the talks and conversations, but had no time to contribute.
It's nice to be able to participate once again.
Read you around Ken!!!Jan 16 2013: I agree for sure but i would also note that with todays technology and media coverage a leader of the magnitude and significance as those prior but would be a polarizing figure in the moment and not someone behind the scenes who twenty years from now we will be talking about.
Jan 16 2013: Stefon, of course! I thought of that too.
- 0
And what do you think of all the speakers on TED?
Don't you think they are vocal leaders?
Jan 17 2013: I definitely would but TED talks seem to be so individual, I hear a TED talk and think its incredible and then never hear about the incredibly sophisticated speaker ever again. Do you think people just aren't backing the causes or the speaker isn't delivering that type of message? I'd say it's both.Jan 30 2013: I think leadership is becoming a share attribute. I don't think we will see much single voices and a lot of followers anymore. I think we will rise our voices as groups more and with the help of social media and open forums we will develop our strength, solid vision and mechanism to succeed.Jan 17 2013: You don't hear about them as much because politics have become a contest to see who can yell the loudest, thus those whom we would like to hear get drowned out.Jan 17 2013: A number of things come to mind. The primary as Don Anderson expressed is the media. Many of the examples where leaders by action not by oratory. The second point is almost as important. These people lived and acted at the precise right time in history. Many of these people would have met a violent death if they had acted in the same manner a few years earlier. It also should be pointed out that many of these people were not great heros during their lives as much as history elevated them to that status after their death.
Time and circumstance elevate people. Fidel Castro was a man of healing, a Doctor. He was the face of the reveloution in Cuba. Could he have gained or maintained power without Che Guevara's iron fist. Doubtful. It has been discussed that Winston Churchill would never have been in office except the war made him the right person at the right time.
In todays terms you need two things: 1) Media backing and 2) Money or finicial backing.
In my life time I have witnessed a great change. My parents both worked to maintain a home and be debit free. If the entered a contract they fretted over it until it was paid off. Today we see everyone running out on obligations. Houses they could not afford and school debits that they ignore. Both have been seen as acceptable to those in power. The administration and the media endorse this as it is the fault of the wealthy 1%.
The oratory has went from the hard working, honest, immigrant citizen .... to entitlements for all earned or not. You either endorse the platform or you reject it.
There are really only two platforms and MOST people limit their thoughts and they shall be known as sheeple.
Independent thought is not as acceptable as in the past ... the current thought is that you are either with me or against me. In this light voices have been silenced.
I wish you well. Bob.
Jan 17 2013: I enjoyed reading your response. I especially liked the part about timing because it is very true a lot of missions get shut down before they even get started and then nobody ever knows what was in the works, Maybe that has more to it than we are thinking... I would also agree that people in general don't want to work for what they get anymore and are all looking for the quick fix, but i do put a lot of the blame on the people at the top financially. The difference in payouts is larger then it has ever been and it doesnt make sense. Why cant the owner take home 100 million instead of 400 million? Asking for more equal pay is not me being a communist its me being a realist and recognizing the selfishness of the elitist, but the economic system is a conversation for another day. Well if its for or against you can definitely count me as one of the against because this system is broken.
Thank you for your input i really did appreciate it.Jan 16 2013: "Why do you think there aren't as many vocal leaders as there has been throughout history?"
Because history is long. Great leaders have accumulated over the course of history, they didn't all live at the same time, so why do you expect a lot of great leaders to all live in this time?
Jan 16 2013: I certainly don't expect a lot but if you go back you can come up with definitive figures, at least 1 major player for every decade.Jan 16 2013: Too much noise and competing voices? Of course, there is always the Donald unless you consider him a politician. I have heard this thesis before, but I have questions. In fact, social media has recently toppled governments. Finally, a few big political special interest groups have been able to exert more power than they probably should be doing over public discourse. Modern advertising is a new development. Was that always true to some degree? The people who fought and died in the American Civil War were very different than the opinion-shapers who started it. Hasn't that always been true? Aren't there better thought control methods than ever before?
Jan 16 2013: I agree, George, that when it is as easy to project your voice as it is today, there are so many sharing that spotlight that no single one stands out as easily. Loud dissenting voices may be more rather than less rare than in earlier times. The toppling of governments through mass action and social media is a good reminder of the extent of popular outspokenness and the success of it in recent history.Jan 16 2013: Yep, I agree but i would like to add previous great voices in the last century and a half have been globally delivered faster than the previous centuries voices.
So much noise.


text:
From hard at work to right at ease, see how our guest rooms do it all.Tour Guest Rooms
Signature cocktails and great conversation are served up fresh in The Bistro.Tour The Bistro
Step outside your travel routine for a fresh take on a relaxing space.Tour Outdoor Spaces
For the fifth year running, Courtyard and the NFL have teamed up to give you an all-pro experience.Learn More
Search no more. You'll always find our best rates when you book with us at Marriott.com. See Details
Over 30 years ago in Atlanta, Ga, Courtyard started a revolution in travel, with the first hotel created just for business travelers. Since then, business and travel have evolved and so have the needs of our guests. They want more from their hotel experience, and we're delivering on that, with our lively social spaces and ways to just kick back and relax. Whatever your speed, our spaces have what you need, right where you need it.
And now, with nearly 1,000 hotels in 38 countries, Courtyard is everywhere today's traveler needs—or wants—to be.
Make Room for a Little Fun.™


text: Dont know if anyone has posted this or saw but came across this video on IGN.com and was excited to see, then when I did see immediatley made me sick. Even these video game jerks are on the Jets c*cks. They also have the Dolphins ranked 29th in pass defense and also say how the Patriots aren't in the same class as the jets. unreal


text:
|Springfield, Mo.
|High School:
|Kickapoo HS
2010-11: (Cross Country) Pogue ran in every event for the Lions helping Southern to a second-place finish at the MIAA Championships where he placed 31st ... he also placed 15th at the University of Arkansas where he ran the 6.6k course in a time of 22:25.6.
2009-10: Cross Country: Placed 93rd at the MSSU Stampede, finishing the 8k course in a season best 26:04.81... a member of the MIAA Championship squad, placed 37th to help the Lions to their 8th title in ten years... finished 48th at the South-Central Regional Championships, helping the Lions to their 2nd regional title in three years and qualifying for the NCAA DII National Championship in Evansville, IN... competed at the NCAA DII National Championship, helping the Lions to an 11th place team finish.; Indoor: At the MSSU Radio shack Invite placed 11th in the mile run... placed 3rd in the DMR and 14th in the 800m run at the MSSU Fazolis/Baymont Inn Invite... competed in the 800m run and DMR at the MIAA Championships.; Outdoor: Placed 2nd in the 3k steeplechase at the UCM Mule Relays with 9:55.19... ran 1:58.62 in the 800m at the MSSU Bob Laptad/Bill Williams Invite... at the MIAA Championships competed in the 800m and 3k steeplechase.
In High School: was coached by Jeremy Goddard. A two-time, first-team All-Conference selection and two-time second-team selection, Pogue was an All-State selection in the 4x800m where he helped his team to the state championship and set the school record in the event. A three-time state qualifier in track, he was a two-time All-Sectional selection.
Personal: The son of Mark and Peppi Pogue, Sam plans to major in communications at Southern.


text:
Introducing the world's smallest and lightest digital noise canceling in-ear headphones. With a revolutionary box-free design, these XBA-NC85D Balanced Armature in-ear headphones reduce ambient noise in airplanes, offices and other environments by up to 97.5% so you can enjoy your music in peace. Slip into sublime sonic bliss with a premium blend of crisp, radiant highs and deep, breathtaking bass—delivered to you absolutely unadulterated and delightfully distraction-free.
Designed for discerning audiophiles, XBA Series in-ear headphones are outfitted with Sony's newly developed Balanced Armature driver units engineered for crisp, balanced sound of incredible depth and precision. Infused with premium audio technology, even the most subtle musical nuances are delivered with tremendous clarity and detail.
Compared to conventional dynamic drivers, Balanced Armature drivers deliver crystal-clear vocals and booming bass with impressive depth. Plus, the micro-sized, full range driver comes precision tuned by Sony engineers to evenly reproduce a broad spectrum of high to low frequency response for an incredibly balanced audio experience.
Say goodbye to bulky noise canceling headphones. With a streamlined box-free design, get everything you need for outstanding noise canceling and premium audio reproduction all housed inside a compact, go-anywhere earpiece—including an extra powerful battery for up to 20 hours of performance.
Sony's advanced digital signal processing technology reduces aggravating ambient noise by up to 97.5% for deliciously distraction-free listening, even in loud public places. A tiny microphone on each earpiece works in tandem with noise canceling circuitry to create an opposite sound wave and eliminate an onslaught of ambient noise.
Not all ambient noise is the same. Artificial Intelligence technology automatically analyzes the type of sound that surrounds you—whether it be aircraft, train, office or other—and selects the optimal noise canceling mode for the environment.
Because Balanced Armature drivers sport an ultra compact design for a smaller overall form factor, they slip easily inside the ear for a snug, more natural-feeling fit. The result? Reduced ambient noise and long-lasting comfort and wearability—even after hours of non-stop listening.
Sony Customer Care
Customer Service
Call us at 1-877-865-7669
Product Support
Learn & Share
Protection PLUS
Sony's got you covered. Choose from various Extended Service Plan options at the same time you purchase your Sony products to maximize your coverage.Learn more
In-Store or In-Home Support
Regardless of your location, Sony Premium Service Experts can support you. Just call us 24 hours, 7 days a week. If you prefer convenient face-to-face service, we'll come to you.Learn more


text:
Frequently Asked Questions
Ithaca College has been around a long time, and we've heard pretty much every question under the sun. If you're not sure about something or you're just curious, take a look through our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and you'll probably find the answer.
If you still can't find what you're looking for, never fear -- call or e-mail us and we'll be happy to help. (See "Contact Us" on the left.)
Browse by Category:
- Academics in General
- Application Process
- Business
- Campus Life
- Communications
- Contact Us
- Financial Aid and Scholarships
- Health Sciences and Human Performance
- Humanities and Sciences
- International Students
- Music
- myIthaca
- New Students
- Parents
- Site Help and Troubleshooting
- Special Application Requirements
- Transfer Students
- Visiting Ithaca


text:
Muskegon Idiot edits video – sings sex song to 1st graders.
Evan Daniel Emory Wednesday was arraigned in Muskegon 60th District Court on a charge of manufacturing child sexually abusive material. He was freed on a $5,000 family surety bond.
Evan Emory supporters, parents of 'victimized' children in YouTube video speak about controversial case outside courtroom


text:
carly simon
Following Carly Simon Duet, Taylor Swift Knows Who 'You're So Vain' Is About'
This past weekend in Foxboro, Mass., Taylor Swift joined a very exclusive club. It's the small club of people who (allegedly) know whom Carly Simon's song "You're So Vain" is actually, truly about. And no, she's not telling.


text:
Honors Program
Texas A&M University-Texarkana's Honors Program is an enhanced and supportive learning environment for students moved to pursue an education beyond typical course requirements.
The mission of the Texas A&M-Texarkana Honors Program is to provide a community of exemplary scholars an enhanced and supportive learning environment responsible to the educational needs of both traditional and nontraditional students who are moved to pursue their education beyond typical course requirements. Honors students will have the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary activities including Honors colloquia and seminars, increased opportunities for undergraduate research/creative activity, service learning and leadership opportunities, and participate in the Honors Society and extracurricular activities.
Honors Opportunities
- Participation in interdisciplinary activities such as the Honors Program Colloquium Series and seminars
- Increased opportunities for undergraduate research/creative activity.
- Working one-on-one with A&M-Texarkana faculty in and out of the classroom
- Mentoring and service learning in the Texarkana community.
For More Information
Please contact:
Dr. Craig M Nakashian
Director of the Academic Honors Program


text:
Blogging All Over The…
- My Tweets
PB ReadsRhapsodomancy Reading Series, Good Luck Bar, Los Feliz, CA 7:30pm, At which I will read. Click on Rhapsodomancy link in Blogroll below.February 9th, 2014PB and several other readers take part in Los Angeles' top rated reading series.
PB Rides The Unicycle!UPDATE from Feb., 2013: It is now July/2014--pretty sure unicycle got tired of waiting to be ridden and cycled off to join a circus.December 28th, 2013
Written To Date…
- Adventures in Children's Publishing
- Agent Query dot com
- Annabel Ruffell–Journey for Earth
- Beth Hull
- Bridget Hoida, So LA
- Dreamprayact
- Guide to Literary Agents
- Henry Miller Library
- Jack Smith: Portraits of American Poets
- Jeanne Birdsall
- Jeanne DuPrau
- JK Rowling
- Joan Aiken
- Kathryn Stockett
- Linda The Esthetician
- Mad Woman In The Forest
- Miss MOL
- Moth Radio
- MT Anderson
- PB Rippey Website
- Philip Pullman
- Ransom Riggs
- Rhapsodomancy: A Reading Series in Los Angeles
- Rick Riordan
- Scott Strohmaier Copywriter
- Veronica Rossi
- YA Muses
- Zilpha Keatley Snyder
My Website
Tag Archives: Paris
Quote For The Weekend (Strickland Speaking–W/Swedish Au Pair)
You may have tangible wealth untold; Caskets of jewels and coffers of gold. Richer than I you can never be — I had a Mother who read to me. –Strickland Gillilan Who read to me: Mother, great-grandmother, grandmothers, godmother, great … Continue reading


text:
I am officially ill. Of all things to use sex to sell, raising awareness about breast cancer in this way is completely off the radar on the disgusting level. Gee save the boobies, remember how nice they are to suckle. This fails on an epic level. How about donating to cancer research because it is a terrible disease that many have lost their lives to? Naaah to much work, it is much easier to reduce women to their breasts and scare men into thinking that they might loose their favourite play things. This doesn't make me want to buy water, it makes me want to run holding on to my generous double D's screaming mine, mine, mine. I've got a mouthful for them, but unfortunately it is all filled with bile.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
8 comments:
Ugh. Not to mention that this might be another case of "pinkwashing," in which a company "purports to care about breast cancer by promoting a pink ribbon campaign, but manufactures products that are linked to the disease."
see thinkbeforeyoupink.org
- October 12, 2008 at 3:35 PM
- randombabble.com said...
Ugh! This is one thing I had about October and breast cancer awareness. That pink fucking ribbon is just meant to sell shit...I don't believe, after all the things I have read, that they do it to really try to cure breast cancer.
I get so irritated w/ all the "save the boobies" shirts, and the "free breast exam" people sitting out at the Komen three days w/ their hands poked through a sign. Breast cancer must be the sexiest disease ever the way it gets people all worked up. But where are the three day walks for cervical cancer? Doesn't that kill more women? What about ovarian? Or is it OK if a woman has to be gutted like a fish, but ceiling cat forbid she lose her breasts! It's disgusting.
Yeah, sex sells, but only if it's your playthings.
If these foundations cared about women they would be working to inform us about the homeo and herbal remedies that help, the anti-oxidant rich foods that prevent, and the studies that show that sunlight doesn't cause cancer, but helps prevent it. But, no, they choose to instead sell us toxic drugs and soup w/ pink ribbons on it.
- October 12, 2008 at 4:20 PM
RandomRabble has a good point - most of the breast cancer awareness campaigns are based on consumption, consumption, consumption. Buy a product, save a life. "Pink" products are invariably mass produced, disposable, petroleum-based, plastic-wrapped chemical cocktails. With a growing debate about the environmental causes of cancer that approach seems misguided at best. I'm not saying no-one should support breast cancer - it's a deadly, brutal disease and I'm sure companies like Mt. Franlin *mean* well. But it's hard not to be cynical when it turns into just another excuse to infantilise women (pink) and reduce us to our girly bits. For god's sake it's not about boobs, it's about cancer. Would a public awareness campaign about cirvical cancer have giant novelty cervixes plastered on billboards?
- October 12, 2008 at 5:44 PM
- Ojibway Migisi Bineshii said...
@ Victoria, this is pinkwashing indeed!
I always think all cancers are about how we treat the Earth and each other. Specifically for woman breast and cervical cancers are how we treat woman.
- October 12, 2008 at 5:53 PM
- Coolreds Rant said...
Wonder what they would use to promote Prostrate Cancer awareness?
- October 13, 2008 at 5:37 AM
- White Trash Academic said...
Same thing happened with going green. Buy more cause it's ok if the product is green. I do have to add that it took me to minute to understand the water = suckle...not enough coffee yet..
- October 13, 2008 at 8:46 AM
- Danyell said...
Uuugh. I hate the companies prevent to care about a woman's disease, only because then can opening talk about breasts in their ads. So many people die from lung cancer ever year, but I guess that's not a sexy enough disease. Breast cancer isn't funny, it's not cute, it's not sexy. It's a horrible disease affecting thousand of women and it makes me want to friggin vomit that companies take advantage of that.
Anyone have any contact info these people? I need to give them a piece of my mind.
- October 13, 2008 at 12:03 PM
- anne said...
My 17 year old son asked me about the "pink ribbon" campaign yesterday. He asked me why it addresses only breast cancer. He asked, "Don't woman get other types of cancer?"
I remember 30 years ago when the aim of the breast cancer awareness movement was to teach woman the importance of examining their breasts and getting mammograms. At the time, there was little or no money being spent on any disease research for woman's diseases.
The pink ribbon was a great idea, but over the years it has been commercialized and exploited until we are seeing the disease of breast cancer marketing sexy water bottles with pink lids.
We need to get back to basics, and remind a new generation of women to check their breasts, and to inform them about warning signs for cervical and ovarian cancer.
- October 13, 2008 at 4:13 PM