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….just took my wedding ring off for the first time since putting it on in 1999. Have never taken it off until now. Guess it was about time.
I guess it's also time for me to go ring shopping for myself.
Still weird though.
….just took my wedding ring off for the first time since putting it on in 1999. Have never taken it off until now. Guess it was about time.
I guess it's also time for me to go ring shopping for myself.
Still weird though.
I received the below email today from the rescue organization where we adopted Shadow. They typically do not send out donation requests other than quarterly newsletters with the info on the back page. They are not an alarmist organization that asks for money every other day or sends out horrible "this dog will die if you don't adopt now" notices like so many you see on Facebook or twitter. And I appreciate that because I know always they need the money and I know there are too many dogs in shelters.
But if you can spare even $5.00, it can add up to help Boscoe, who is still a baby who clearly had a horrible home but can be fixed up and find a good home from early on.
I didn't include the pics of the injury because yuck. But am including Boscoe's little face :)
I hate when people ask for donations so I don't this easily. But this guy needs our help. We might not be able to help every dog, but we can help this one.
Hi friends – I want to let you know about a wonderful three-month-old Siberian puppy I pulled Friday at the Delano, CA, Shelter (central valley/middle of nowhere!). Shelter folks picked him up in a woman's yard in town where he had laid down to rest, with a horrible gash on the inside of his right rear leg (photo attached) and with the femur on his other back leg out of socket! With no possibilities in store for him except the shelter, I took the 4 hour drive to Delano, and pulled Boscoe. By 4 pm I was at Fourpaws in Dublin and Dr. Tripi was looking at Boscoe (see attached photos)
Sweet Baby Boscoe is at Tripi's for myriad issues. Chris worked very hard to pop the bone back in place; no go, which leads us to believe he has been limping around in this condition for a week, maybe 10 days or more. Apparently a car hit him. Tripi performed surgery yesterday, cutting the head of the femur and reinserting into the hip. The open wound on his other leg is awful – Tripi successfully sewed it back together, at the same time neutering him. So far the stitches in the wound are holding. And he is "surprisingly ambulatory" considering his injury. He has a little eye infection too, fleas and ticks for days, major tape worm. Yuck. So of course we treated for these parasites too. Bless his heart, this baby has been worked very hard in his short life time. just the sweetest puppy, probably no more than 3 months old, even too young for a rabies shot to take.
This surgery and related necessary vetting are pricey (especially considering our tipsy finances), but when I saw his photo on a rescue listserve, I knew Norsled had to help him. The good thing is he is so young he will bounce back, after proper containment during recuperation. Thank you to everyone for thoughts, concern and offers to help and contribute. Boscoe needs your help now urgently.
If you want to donate, just go to www.norsled.org, click on paypal and we will most appreciate it. You can also send checks payable to Norsled to address below. Please cross post any place you can think of. We need to raise money for this baby's medical work. Thank you for caring for the huskies. Boscoe sends a woo woo to all of you.
Gail de Rita, Rescue/Adoption Coordinator
Northern CA Sled Dog Rescue (Norsled)
PO Box 30877, walnut Creek CA 94598 – phone 510 676 2215
"Without an Alaskan Malamute to guide me through the bleak landscapes of the soul, I would wander forever without finding my voice." Susan Conant
Whoever said "money can't buy happiness" never paid an adoption fee.
Save animals three times a day – breakfast, lunch and dinner.
What have you done today to make the world a better place?
Torturing one animal is cruelty; torturing many is science.
It's been a month since Stormy left me. Hard to believe it's been a month already really. I still get sad and regularly think, for just that split millisecond, that I hear him moving around.
But when I start to feel sad, I try to remind myself that most people didn't expect him to make it much past 8 once he was diagnosed with Cushings or past 9 when his 2nd liver tumor (and 2nd surgery) was diagnosed as cancerous. But instead he not only survived those things, he got to go to the beach, play in the snow, have fun, eat freshly made cheeseburger, make and play with friends, and bring everyone who met him smiles every day until he was 11.
When he could no longer stand on his own (late June), I knew our time was limited. I'd help him up and use one of those slings but then he didn't want that after awhile. But he was still a happy guy every day. He loved to sit on the deck and watch chipmunks and birds. He loved his regular ear rubs, still ahrooed for his breakfast and loved his cheeseburger and cookies. I told him that I wanted him to stay as long as he wanted, but if he started feeling sick or in pain, he had to tell me.
On August 2nd he did tell me. But I do know that he was happy up until then. And I have to remember that is what counts: all of the time that I got to spend with him. I was lucky to have been able to bring my guys to work every day all of their lives, take them to the beach or snow every day, and then work from home and spend the extra time taking care of Storm when he needed it.
I miss my boys. I spent more time with them every day for 12 years than I did anyone else in my life. It's hard to have that gone. They made me smile every single day. They were the best friends you could ever ask for. If you are lucky enough to have a critter in your life, make sure you hug and love them every day. They deserve it and don't stay with us long enough.
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….
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No, not me. My kitty. She was the original a99kitten. Back in 1999, when I would work on my computer at home at night as my husband (well, fiancee back then) and I started a company at night while I worked at a hedge fund during the day and he was in business school at Stanford, Gypsy would demand attention by laying across my keyboard and knocking the mouse around. She was a cyber kitten and she got the nickname a99kitten when she wouldn't let me type as I was choosing my username :)
I was signing up for Yahoo and needed a username. I came up with a99kitten for her. It's been with me since then and I can't imagine ever changing it. But usernames seem to last longer than kittens :(
We got Gypsy to keep my other cat Jack company. He predated my husband. Jack was a good kitty but since we worked so much and were out of the house a lot, he seemed lonely. We would come home and he'd be in the window looking out and meowing :( So we got him a sister. He liked her right away but she would hiss and swat at him. Jack was a BIG kitty and she was a small kitten but she really wanted no part of him. Her first weekend with us, Jack was sitting on my lap and she was sitting next to me on the bed. She would hiss at him for no reason, and he would smack her in the head with his tail. They kept this up for about 20 minutes. Was pretty funny actually.
The next day, she was still hissing and swatting him at him all the time, even though he wasn't doing anything. I left them alone for about an hour in the house. I figured, they will work it out. Came back home and they were sitting next to each other. With NO hissing or swatting! They were best friends and inseparable from then.
When we got Angelus, he would chase them up into their cat trees if they ran from him but was generally he didn't care about them. Then we got Storm. All of a sudden there was a pack. And prey. Storm taught Angelus how much fun it was to chase the cats and try and get them and shake them. If we were home and awake, everyone could live together without incident but at night, the dogs stayed in the bedroom with us. And if I had to leave the dogs home for some reason (they typically went with me everywhere), then I would put the cats in the guest room.
But they got Jack and Gypsy each once. Each time it was for only a second or 2 and the cats were always OK since we separated it quickly, but it was not OK for them to live in fear. So my husband found this company that made outdoor cat enclosures that you build in your yard. They were the size of small rooms. He drove out to the middle of nowhere California and picked up the kit the weekend after the dogs got Gypsy. He built it and put in several cat trees and shelves. I filled it with their beds and blankets. Had tarps on it to close when it got stormy. We ran electricity from under the house to it and put in an electric water fountain (Jack refused to drink standing water) and moved them in.
They actually really seemed to like it as they got sunshine in, could watch the birds, etc. But it also meant they couldn't snuggle with me anymore :( And from pretty much that point on, I felt like a failure of a cat mom. Sure they were safe, dry, well fed, etc but still. I recognize a lot of cats live outdoors and don't get that much care but mine always had. I would go out and see them daily. Give them fresh food, water, etc. Pet them, brush them. When I went out of town, friends came by to check on them or I hired a local woman who did pet care to come daily.
We considered finding them a new home but that's pretty much impossible. There are so many cats and dogs in shelters that I couldn't ever ask a friend to choose my safe and cared for cats over a shelter cat who would be put down if not adopted.
Several years ago, Jack died. So that left Gypsy alone out there. Then I felt really horrible. I would try and visit her more but it was still not the same for as having her kitty brother or living inside with her humans. But it also wasn't right to bring her inside so she could be afraid every day.
When I moved up here full time last November, I brought her up with me. I made the upstairs her domain and the dogs were not allowed up there ever. She seemed so, so, so, so happy. I have 2 guest rooms so she had numerous beds to sleep on and under (of course she didn't want either of her beds that she had.) She would cruise downstairs at night when the dogs were asleep and I went upstairs numerous times during the day to pet her and brush her. She seemed like a happy little kitty.
About a month ago or so, I noticed that she wasn't eating. After 2 days of that, I took her in to the vet hoping for a simple, fixable problem. Nope. She was in renal failure. Now, that can mean a day, a week, a month, a year. You just don't know. I started giving her sub-cutaneous fluids daily, extra potassium and put her on a special diet. She seemed like she was happy again. Yay. But kidney failure isn't curable. Just manageable. And she is 16.
Yesterday morning she didn't want to get up to eat. She'd ate like a champ if I brought it to her but she didn't want to walk anymore. I brought her out into the sun with me on the deck and we hung out. Storm stayed in the shade and said we were crazy.
But then she didn't want to eat last night. I brought her bed into my bed last night and she slept there. This morning she doesn't want any food or water. She doesn't get up from her bed. It's her time. We are now hanging out on the deck in the sun. She has always loved the sun. Every time I pet her, she purrs and purrs. It's a very hard decision to make when you see them looking at you and they seem like they are "there". But her body is betraying her. And I do not want her in pain or feeling very sick. She deserves better than that.
I called the vet this AM and she agreed that beyond giving her fluids, there is not much to do at this point. It's just deciding when. I had to with Jack and it was awful. Angelus took that decision out of my hands, which I am frankly still not fully recovered from. Gypsy will need me to help her. We are sunning for the rest of the morning and afternoon and I am taking her to vet late this afternoon. It's not fair. She finally gets back inside and is happy and nature takes her away.
Gypsy has been a great little kitten who always just loved people and attention. She is the true a99kitten.
Looking at the pictures of devastation in Oklahoma is just plain awful. The scarier thing is that all that destruction took only minutes. Nature does not mess around.
Years ago while in Florida for work, the day started out sunny and blue sky. It's Florida. Weather forecast was the same as it always was, sunny with a chance for rain in the afternoon. This is the daily forecast from March to November. Literally. Every day. Unless there is a hurricane warning.
Sometime in the middle of the afternoon the sky turned green. Wizard of Oz scary green. The winds were picking up. A lot. Our office was on the 3rd floor of a small bank building. Huge windows around the whole thing. The winds started getting heavier and heavier and it started to rain. We saw a newspaper dispenser machine rolling down the sidewalk. Then the bank sign from the top of the building went flying by and landed in the parking lot. We all got away from the windows and the power went out. The building was literally shaking. Florida, not California – no earthquake. Just from the wind.
I called my Mom at work and she was fine. Called my brother's school and there was no answer. My boss said we could all leave, no power anyway. I drove to my brother's school and there were huge trees, oaks or some such not palm, all ripped up and seemingly thrown everywhere. In the street, etc. A huge one was across the entrance of my brother's school but luckily everyone was safe and they were getting the kids out of there.
I got him and we went and got my mom from her job and went home. It took a while as power was out everywhere so no traffic lights and branches and trees were laying everywhere. No damage at my parent's house luckily but no power or phones. We found a Denny's several miles away that was running on their own generator and, along with I think every other person in town, got some dinner after a 3 hour wait (truly was THE only place with power.)
Our power came back on the next day. Of the surprise storm, the news said it was a freak storm (how can you NOT see that on your gajillion dollar radar storm tracking radar?!?!) that sprouted numerous tornadoes. They showed my office building on the news and they mentioned that corner as a spot one twister touched down. Wonderful.
Obviously it was NOWHERE near the strength and destructive power of the Oklahoma storms. But that scared me. You have no warning or prep. I have gone through 2 Cat 5 hurricanes, one in Mexico where I do not recommend being in a big storm, plus the big 1989 SF earthquake (I was at the World Series game for it…fun times.) None of those things freaked me out like that Florida storm. Tornadoes can just come out of nowhere and strike. Blow apart 1 house and leave the neighbor. Or wipe out neighborhoods. Sure you don't get warnings with earthquakes either but there is also no such thing as earthquake season every year.
I was born in New York, lived in Illinois, and moved to Florida before moving out to California. Even though I was one, I say now you East Coasters and Mid Westerners are nuts. I'll take the risk of an occasional earthquake any day.
Today is my brother's birthday. He would have been 30. Wow. He would have been old. I still think of him as the 6 or 8 yr old I took to Disney World on numerous trips.
I would have made so much fun of him today. Crusty. Krusty the Clown (he loved the Simpsons.) Would have been relentless. He did to me so it's only fair. But I didn't get the chance. I lost him in November of 2010. I loved that kid like he was my own and always will.
Happy Birthday Jonathan.
This story is sickening. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-04-05/obama-budget-calls-for-cap-on-romney-sized-iras.html
"Under current rules, some wealthy individuals are able to accumulate many millions of dollars in these accounts, substantially more than is needed to fund reasonable levels of retirement saving," the statement said.
Who exactly are YOU to say what is a reasonable level of retirement savings for me? You don't know my life, my responsibilities and IT'S MY MONEY. That I worked for and saved and invested smartly, not spending it, so that I have it for me and mine later.
I am the one working my butt off for years to make sure I have enough because unlike government stooges, I don't have a tax-payer funded pension plan and health benefits to live off of for the rest of my days.
For every "Romney-sized" retirement account, there are tons more of "regular" people who socked money away for years and watched it grow. Doing nothing wrong. Doing the right thing which is saving for their retirement so they are NOT dependent on the government or anyone else.
And since there is *NO* way Social Security, that I pay into all my life (and might as well burn the money in the driveway for all the good it will do me), will be around to help me, shouldn't I be doing everything I can to make sure I (and my family) will be OK?
I think the thing that makes me sick the most is this class warfare rhetoric is used over and over by a government that spends so much more than it can take in and sees nothing wrong with it. Just tax people more. And more. And more. Take. Take. Take. All the while these same guys are SO corrupt.
And people who have no intention on saving since they know the government "safety nets" will take care of them, and have no drive to change their situation (in no way can you argue that everyone wants to work as hard. No. Way.) are the ones who vote these idiots in. Repeatedly. Because why wouldn't you?
The government continues to take steps that make being successful a bad thing. To strive to be successful is becoming more of a detriment since you can just live off your fellow citizen's hard work while working much less.
This is not the American Way.
Much has been made by Yahoo's decision to pull the plug on remote employees last week. I was surprised by the decision since a lot of Bay Area companies have been allowing this for awhile now and it's been gaining traction as a good way to attract employees. But I also understand why a company would make that decision.
I read a LOT of con articles, a few Pro and listening to pro and con on CNBC. I honestly wanted to smack a lot of the writers of the con articles, especially when they morphed into saying Yahoo was against women and mothers. And draconian. Give me a break.
I work from home. But I work for my own company so I get to make those rules. And if I don't get my work done, I can fire myself with very little fanfare, threat of lawsuits or fear of taking to the internet with my gripes….against myself.
But I didn't always work for myself (well…was still partially my company but totally different.) I was HR. And did receive requests for work from home policies. And we said no repeatedly for years. Not one single executive actually wanted it. Some said it would make some employees happy and they would live with it if the company established a policy, but none really wanted it. There are a lot of reasons for that. And some of those are the exact reasons Yahoo laid out as to why they were stopping their remote policy.
I get that, especially in the bay area, you can spend a fair amount of time on the road because you live far away due to housing costs or choosing to live away from the hectic business areas, near better schools, etc. Plus traffic is hellish. But that's the way the bay area has been for years and years so it's no surprise to anyone.
And I also get that, as a parent you want to spend more time at home with your kids. But that's the exact reason I don't think you are working as much as you should be if not in the office.
Face it – not every job can be done as well remotely. And really face it – not every employee can be trusted to work as efficiently when not in a work/office environment. And there are a lot of administrative reasons to not want employees working away from home – confidential/proprietary information worries, workers comp and labor law BS, etc. I was 100% against it as HR. Most of those things are never thought of by the complaining employees. Or reporters.
And frankly, the employees that we eventually allowed to work from home didn't seem as part of the team. This includes me! When I changed my schedule to work from home part-time (before transitioning out completely), I noticed how I felt less like part of the team. And I didn't have a department to miss – I simply reported to the CEO.
It all of a sudden becomes harder to get those employees to Team Events (even a dang holiday party for fun!), to team building things, company meetings, team lunches, department meetings, etc.
I know at least some of these employees at Yahoo took the job after being told they could work remotely. And yes that does stink. But company policies can change. And you have the option to change with them or not. But to cry and complain that you have to GO to work in order to keep your job is a bit ridiculous.
It's not the job of a company or a CEO to make all decisions to make life easiest for the employees. It's the goal of the company to create excellent products that keep customers happy and make money for their investors and shareholders (some of which are probably employees via options and stock plans!) And make money for the company. And a lot of this money is then spent on salaries, bonuses, benefits, perks, etc FOR the employees.
It is a job. You are employed. And if the company thinks they can get more and better work product out of their staff by having them work together and not apart, then that's what the company should do. And you can feel free to quit and work elsewhere. I can pretty much guarantee that your job will be filled pretty quickly.
Received a phone call around 1pm from the town electric/water company that my usage shot up over night and has stayed up all morning. I've been in the bay area this week so away from my house. The guy at the water company said there has been a lot of burst pipes today due to the intense cold for the past couple weeks and then it finally warmed up to above freezing (in the afternoon) for the first time yesterday. Great…
Got a hold of a General Contractor that has done some work on the house and asked if he could drive over sometime today and check it out. He said no problem, he'd go right now since if a burst pipe inside it would be very bad.
20 minutes later he called back saying yes, a pipe had burst but in the garage (it's for the outside spigot.) He turned it off at the source. Said the garage floor was wet along with some of the stuff (toolbox, cabinet, snow blower, few empty boxes) in the garage but most of the water had run outside. There was some dry wall damage by the area of burst but nothing major.
He offered some of his crew to come over after their job today to get the damaged dry wall out of there so the interior wall could dry out. He'd call one of his plumber contacts to get out there tomorrow to replace the pipe and then he'd get his crew to replace the drywall.
So thanks to the water company for noticing this and alerting me to it and a local GC who takes care of his customers (past and present!), no major damage and it will be fixed quickly.
I can assure you this would NOT have happened so quickly or seamlessly in the Bay Area. Pretty sure the water company here could care less about your usage unless you don't pay for it. And good luck finding a GC who would go out of his way to check for you and then react that quickly unless he was actively working on your house, and that's even questionable.
Score yet another giant point for small town living in my mind.


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Kotie's Scuba Diving FAQ - Answers to scuba diving instruction and scuba gear questionsHi there. I would like to share a bit of my scuba diving knowledge so you can be as smart as me.
Here are the main categories of questions: talk to me directly.
Scuba Instruction Questions
How do i know how much weight to use?
This depends upon the wet suit you are using. Try this formula. 10 percent of your body weight plus 4 pounds for a wetsuit that is thicker than 5 millimeters, 8 percent of your body weight for one that is thinner. Try this out in a swimming pool to test and adjust.
How do you become certified?
Take the proper certification class through a certification agency.
How do you use a dive compass?
Make sure that it is level and the lubber line is pointed in the same direction as you are facing. The heading can be referenced from the top or side. A heading may be selected by adjusting the bezel to the lubber line at the desired heading. The return heading is 180 degrees.
How long does an open water course last?
A standard course may be completed in as quickly as three days or may take as long as one year. Go Here to learn more.
How much air will a tank hold?
This varies on the tank. It can be anywhere from 2250 to 4350pounds per square inch.
How old do i have to be to become certified?
10 is the youngest age that any agency is certifying people.
What are some good tips to start learning about scuba diving?
People that divers are a great resource. Click Here for certification agency's.
What are the dangers of scuba diving?
It very safe as long as you dive within your personal limits and have the proper training.
What are the dos and donts of scuba diving?
Do plan your dive and do dive your plan and don't forget it
What are the risks of nitrox?
The only danger is exceeding you maximum operating depth and exposing one self to oxygen toxicity.
What do you do if your scuba tank runs out of air?
You can either alternate air share with your buddy or perform a controlled emergency swimming ascent.
What is a certification card?
This is proof that you have completed the requirements of Scuba lesson by the issuing agency
What is actual dive time?
The total time spent underwater, from the beginning of the descent until breaking the surface at the end of the dive.
What is buddy breathing?
Buddy breathing is a rescue technique used while scuba diving when you run out of air. It requires two divers to share one regulator, alternatively breathing from it.
What is buoyancy control?
Buoyancy control and proper trim are important skills for a diver. Mastering buoyancy control takes practice, technique and equipment that fits correctly.
What is deep diving?
Diving below 100 feet might be considered deep diving depending on the environment. The recommended recreational limit is 130 feet.
What is five point descent?
The Five Point Descent is Signaling your buddy, taking a reference point, check your time, put your regulator in your mouth and deflate the BC.
What is freediving?
Freediving is an aquatic sport, considered an extreme sport, in which divers attempt to reach great depths unassisted by breathing apparatus
What is iantd?
IANTD (International Association of Nitrox and Technical Divers). One of the orginal agencies to bring Nitrox and Technical certifications to divers worldwide.
What is idea?
IDEA (International Diving Educators Association). Provides all levels of recreational scuba diving certifications worldwide.
What is rescue diving?
Rescue Diver training will prepare you to prevent problems and, if necessary, manage dive emergencies.
What is skin diving?
Skin Diving is another term for Breath Hold Diving.
What is technical diving?
Technical diving typically includes one or more of the following; a dive deeper than 130 feet, required stage decompression, diving with trimix or rebreathers. Any dive outside the recreational diving limits could be considered technical.
What is the advandage of diving in warm water rather than cold water?
Less neoprene equals less weight but you already knew that.
What is the difference between padi and naui?
These agencies teach the same skill set for classes. The difference is in the order the instructor is able to present the material.
What jobs are available in scuba?
There are many jobs, such as Instructor, Course Director, and Dive Master
Why do i need a c-card?
A c-card insures that you have meet the minimum diving skills.


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7th Battalion Royal Welch Fusiliers – Juin 1944
53ème division d'infanterie britannique
After Action Reports
CO: Major WH Clement
Location – Maidstone
3rd June – Battalion strength, 36 officers, 792 other ranks.
4th June – 1130 – CO conducted cloth model exercise on action in various areas after landing on the Continent. All officers and sergeants attended.
1430 – Conducted further cloth model exercise for officers only.
1630 – CO addressed all ranks on the football field and passed on messages from General Montgomery
Preparations for War continues. Waterproofing of vehicles now completed in first stage. Trial loading held last week
5th June – Preparation for War continues.
6th June – News received of Allied landings on the continent.
8th June – The Colonel of the Regiment (Major-General NM Wilson) addressed the Battalion and bade us farewell. The Brigade Command did so afterwards. Overlord Order Instructions No.1 issued, the first men received Op Instructions to be issued by the Battalion.
10th June – 0930 – CO, Adjutant and Intelligence Officer to Brigade to study certain possible lines in France. Battalion strength 37 Officers, 823 other ranks.
11th June – 1000 – Brigade Church Parade in Mote Park followed by an address from the Division Command.
13th June – 1800 – CO conducted Cloth Model on Night attack. The Battalion is still loaded and vehicles waterproofed ready to move off at short notice.
15th June – Battalion Recce Party under Captain Davie left for Marshalling and Embarkation. Areas the Battalion is now tied up to leave England.
16th June – 1400 – Adjutant to Brigade to receive movement instructions Battalion Order Groups at 1615 hours. The Battalion leaves tomorrow.
17th June – Final preparations completed. The Battalion is absolutely ready to move. Vehicles leave at 1000 hours to go to a Marshalling area North of the Thames. Marching troops leave by rail at 1600 hours to go to a Marshalling area North of Lewes. The preparations for this move have gone very smoothly owing to the hard work of all ranks specifically the CO, 2IC, Adjutant and Orderly Room Staff under Sergeant Phillips. The morale of this Battalion is at its very highest and all are already to take what is to come at to give it. So after almost four years of waiting the 7th Battalion goes to War.
1949 – Marching troops arrive dat Marshalling Camp 2 miles North of Isfield after an uneventful train journey.
Location – Marshalling Camp, Isfield
18th June – Battalion strength 36 Officers and 812 other Ranks.
19th and 20th June – Marching troops carried out training and after marched in organized bodies to Isfield.
21st June – Marching troops should have left for Embarkation Area today but was postponed. The 2IC (Major GFT Dixon) is commanding the Marching Troops, and the CO the transport.
22nd and 23rd June – Marching troops departure still delyed. The camp provides cinema and stage shows and the Fusiliers sing to assist in passing the time.
Location – The English Channel
24th June – First craft load of marching troops left the Marshalling area in transport for Newhaven the port of Embarkation. The Battalion is split up between the LCI (large) having approximately 190 all ranks abroad each craft, the 2IC is in command of one, Major Menzies the second and Major – the third. Battalion embarked at 1500 hours. At 2000 hours the convoy formed up in the Channel outside the Harbor. At about 2400 hors the convoy sailed.
Location – The Field
25th June – After a very calm crossing, the Battalion arrived at its destination – the coast of Normandy. At 1330 hours the fist men disembarked onto a pontoon at La Riviere near Ver Sur Mer (map ref 9285). After disembarking straight to Assembly Area near Creully. At about 2000 hours the Battalion was lifted by Troop Carrying Company, RASC to the Brigade Concentration area near Trungy (7771) – south of Bayeux. Hear the Battalion Advance Party under Captain J Davies put the Battalion into form. We are in rear of 50th Division who are fairly thin on the ground therefore we had to take a proper Battalion defensive position.
26th June – Quiet day spent improving positions. The transport has still not arrived. In the afternoon the Intelligcent Officer (Lt CP Dryland) went to 10 DLI to spend the night with that unit in the frontline.
27th June – The Battalion transport arrived this morning. We are now all present in France,. NO casualties in route to either personnel or vehicles.
28th June – Waiting for movement orders, CO and Intelligence officer to Brigade in morning.
29th June – 1600 – CO attended conference held by General Montgomery at Divisional HQ but was called out in middle and given orders to move. Recce Parties left at 1700 hours for the new position at Bretteville L'Orgueilleuse (9272) when we are the taking over from 1st Battalion Welsh Guards.
30th June – 1830 – Battalion marching troops and transport arrived and took over position. Day spend improving position.
We are not yet in the front line but about 3 miles from the nearest Bosch. So ends the eventful month of June 1944. Next month the Battalion will test its metal against the Huns having waited 5 years for the opportunity to do so.
IO, 7th Bn The Royal Welch Fusiliers
3rd July 1944
Appendix No. 2
7th Bn The Royal Welch Fusiliers
Overlord, Secret
8 June 1944
Op Instr No.1
Ref Maps: GSGS 2738, 1:250,000 Sheets 3a and 8
GSGS 4249 1:100,000 Sheets 6F and 7F (Limited Distribution)
GSGS 4250, 1:50,000 Sheets 6E6, 7E5,7E6, 6F2, 7F1, 6F4, 7F3, 7F4, 6F6, 7F5, 7F6.
1. This instr gives infm and instrs on various matters in connection with Op OVERLORD>
2. Air Riad Warning
The following system may still be in force when 53 Div lands:–
By Day
Army are not laying down any universal system of raid warnings by Day. Each beach will be arranging the most suitable method available which may be the ships hooters and sirens or short blasts on whistles. It will be the duty of Comds of parties on landing to find out what warning system is in use.
By Night
In the early stages the only form of warning will be given by ship's siren:–
Alert … … … … 4 series of 3 short blasts.
All clear …… One prolonged blast
It is intended ultimately to make more elaborate arrangements, using air-raid sirens of the type in general use in the UK.
3. Blackout
Complete blackout as recognised in UK will be observed during hrs of darkness unless special instrs are issued to the contrary.
4. Orders for opening Fire at Aircraft after landing
a) Engagement by SA fire or by ALL units OTHER THAN 116 LAA Regt.
Will not open fire unless the enemy markings can be clearly seen or the aircraft is committing a hostile act, and ONLY UNDER SUPERVISION OF A NCO.
b) There will be NO firing at aircraft when friendly fighters are in the air.
5. Preservation of Civ. Installations
Particular care will be taken to avoid damaging, as far as possible:–
Power Stations
PTT Bldings and Repeater Stations
Canal Locks
Ry Wksps and Loco Depts
Cables, telegraph lines, power cables
Any Bldg likely to be useful for mil purposes, such as Hosps, schools, Monastic Institutes, etc.
6. Preservation of Antiquities and Historical Monuments
It is the duty of all ranks to preserve and protect antiquities and historical monuments unless it beyond doubt that they are in use by the enemy.
7. Signal Security
NO Telephone Lines, either Fd Cable or repaired enemy permanent routes, can be considered secure in the initial stages, owing to danger of enemy agents being left behind. As line comms are developed further instructions will be issued.
8. Time
a) The official time for Op OVERLORD is ZONE B time, i.e. Brit Double Summer Time.
b) Time Sigs will be taken from:–
i) BBC Time Sigs
ii) Joint Force Broadcast (about which details will be issued later)
9. Passwords
Passwords will be made known to ALL ranks, and will be changed at 1200 hrs.
10. Method of Challenging
The Passwords will be used as means of identification challenging in the following way:–
a) Second British Army. If the Password and answer from 1200 hrs on one day to 1200 hrs the next day is 'Eggs and Bacon', the method is:
Challenger: "Halt, who goes there?"
Answer: "Friend"
Challenger: "Advance friend and give password."
Answer: "Eggs"
Challenger: "And Bacon, – Pass Friend"
b) First US Army
I) Different passwords are used by each of the following:–
Army HQ and Army Troops
Corps HQ and C Troops
Div HQ and within Divs
II) The Challenger does NOT identify himself
III) The method in use is:
Challenger: "Halt, who goes there?"
Answer: "Friend"
Challenger: "Advance Friend, and give the password."
Answer: "Eggs"
Challenger: "Pass Friend" – (if he is satisfied with the answerer's identity)
Challenger is not statisfied, he will say. – "Give the Parole."
Answer: "And Bcaon"
Challenger: "Pass friend."
Captain JLK/SM Adjutant 7th Bn, The Royal Welch Fusiliers
Time of Sig 1230 Hours
7th Bn. The Royal Welch Fusiliers
Appendix A to Op INSTR No.1
8th June 1944
To: 2i/c, SO, and IO
1. Intercomn.
Tac R Broadcasts
Results of the Second Army Tac R and certain reslected Ph R Results together with main items of 21 Army Gp will be broadcast on a frequency of 4,790 Kos as under:–
a) D to D+14 Every Odd Hour
b) D + 8 to D + 14 in the intervals of (a)
c) D + 14 onwards Probably every odd hour.
In the absence of Tels, the times of (b) are NOT known, and it will only be possible to pick up (b) by keeping continuous watch.
2. ALL Formations and Units capable of receiving the broadcast will do so forthwith. Sig Instrs are being issued separately.
Capt., JLK/SM Adjutant, 7th Bn, The Royal Welch Fusiliers
7th Bn. The Royal Welch Fusiliers
Appendix B to Op INSTR No.1
8th June 1944
To: 2i/c and SO
1. Comns, Afloat
a) No 53 Div Wireless Set will operate from the time it moves to the Marshalling Area to the time it is ordered to open up in France.
b) During the voyage should it be necessary to send a vital message, such comns as are available on the ship or craft employed.
2. Comns on arrival in FRANCE
While the Div is conc in France comn will be mainly by IO and DR.
ONLY the Inf. Bde Links of the Div Comd Net will open up on a landing without receiving specific orders EITHER to keep a listening watch OR to open up.
Capt., JLK/SM Adjutant, 7th Bn, The Royal Welch Fusiliers
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Related to lactic acid: pyruvic acid, Lactic acid bacteria, Lactic acid fermentation
pertaining to milk.
lactic acid a metabolic intermediate involved in many biochemical processes; it is the end product of glycolysis, which provides energy anaerobically in skeletal muscle during heavy exercise, and it can be oxidized aerobically in the heart for energy production or can be converted back to glucose (gluconeogenesis) in the liver. Moderate elevations of blood lactate occur during heavy exercise; severe elevations (lactic acidosis) can occur in diabetes mellitus and in genetic deficiencies of enzymes involved in gluconeogenesis. Lactate is also the end product of fermentation in several bacterial species. The sodium salt of racemic or inactive lactic acid (sodium lactate) is used as an electrolyte and fluid replenisher.
lac·tic ac·id(lak'tik as'id),
A normal intermediate in the fermentation (oxidation, metabolism) of sugar. In pure form, a syrupy, odorless, and colorless liquid obtained by the action of the lactic acid bacillus on milk or milk sugar; in concentrated form, a caustic used internally to prevent gastrointestinal fermentation. A culture of the bacillus, or milk containing it, is usually given in place of the acid. l-Lactic acid is also known as sarcolactic acid.
lactic acid/lac·tic ac·id/ (lak´tik) CH3CHOHCOOH, a compound formed in the body in anaerobic metabolism of carbohydrate and also produced by bacterial action in milk. The sodium salt of racemic or inactive lactic acid (sodium lactate) is used as an electrolyte and fluid replenisher.
lactic acid
A syrupy, water-soluble liquid, C3H6O3, produced by anaerobic glucose metabolism in muscles, by certain bacteria, and by synthetic methods. Lactic acid is present in fermented foods such as yogurt and sauerkraut and is used in foods and beverages as a flavoring and preservative, in dyeing and textile printing, and in pharmaceuticals.
lactic acid
a three-carbon organic acid produced by anaerobic respiration. L-Lactic acid in muscle and blood is a product of glucose and glycogen metabolism; D-lactic acid is produced by the fermentation of dextrose by a species of micrococcus; a mixture of both D- and L-isomers is found in the stomach, in sour milk, and in certain foods prepared by bacterial fermentation, such as sauerkraut. Also called alpha-hydroxypropionic acid or 2-hydroxypropanoic acid. See also glycolysis.
lac·tic ac·id(lak'tik as'id)
A normal intermediate in glycosis.
lactic acidAn acid formed when muscles are strongly contracted for long periods. Also formed from carbohydrates in the vagina by the action of DODERLEIN'S BACILLUS. Lactic acid is an ingredient in a range of drug formulations.
lactic acidan organic acid (CH3 CH(OH)COOH) produced from pyruvic acid as a result of ANAEROBIC RESPIRATION in microorganisms (see LACTOSE and in the active muscles of animals (see OXYGEN DEBT), the hydrogenation of pyruvate being catalysed by lactic dehydrogenase (LDH). In animals the acid can be oxidized back to pyruvate (using LDH again) when sufficient oxygen is available, most of the conversion taking place in the liver.
lac·tic ac·id(lak'tik as'id)
Normal intermediate in the fermentation of sugar. In concentrated form, a caustic used internally to prevent gastrointestinal fermentation.
pertaining to milk.
lactic acid
a compound formed in the body in metabolism of carbohydrate, by fermentation of carbohydrates in the rumen and by bacterial action on milk. The sodium salt of racemic or inactive lactic (sodium lactate) acid is used as an electrolyte and fluid replenisher.
lactic acid cycle
the metabolic system by which lactic acid produced by glycolysis in muscles is converted in the liver to glucose. Called also the Cori cycle.
lactic acid indigestion
lactic acidemia
lactic acidosis
the state in ruminants in which there is an excess of lactic acid and lactate in the body, due usually to unadapted grain feeding and carbohydrate engorgement.
ruminal lactic acid
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A high-school athlete, Welling initially worked in construction and, in 1998, he successfully modeled men's clothing for several popular brands. In 2000, he made a successful transition to television. He has been nominated for and received several awards for his portrayal of Clark Kent. He also had a recurring role in Judging Amy.
He has also been involved behind the camera as an executive producer and a director. His films include Cheaper by the Dozen, Cheaper by the Dozen 2, The Fog, Parkland and Draft Day.
On July 5, 2002, Welling married model Jamie White Welling in Martha's Vineyard with Welling's friends and then-current Smallville co-stars Kristin Kreuk and Michael Rosenbaum in attendance. Welling and White resided in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, but returned to Los Angeles in March 2011. On October 17, 2013, White filed for divorce from Welling, citing "irreconcilable differences".
Welling has stated in YM that he dislikes interviews. He said, "I don't want to be a celebrity for the sake of being a celebrity. I want to work and then go home and live in private."
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East Campus Facilities
The East Campus has been the long time home for the men's and women's soccer programs. With two practice fields and a 1,200 seat capacity, the grass soccer stadium at the East Campus offers the athletic department a park like setting. The soccer stadium has seen its share of a number of NCAA Tournament games, including the 1992 Men's Division III National Championship captured by the host Cougars. The East Campus gymnasium is the primary practice facility for the men's volleyball program. The area can be set up for two practice volleyball courts or one basketball court. Recently renovated with new lighting, windows and a resurfaced wood floor, the gym is now an ideal practice and training facility. Located just off the playing surface are three locker rooms. On the second floor of the facility is an additional fitness area with a weight and cardio room that offers our students additional work out space.


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I joined the Kingsmill Realty Team in 2015 as an Associate Broker, where I work with buyers and sellers in the Kingsmill neighborhood as well as the Williamsburg, VA community. My focus is to meet the needs of my clients by taking a consultative approach to provide customized service tailored for the client's individual situation. Being responsive to my client's needs is of the utmost importance, and regular communication and feedback is a top priority.
Before joining Kingsmill Realty, I worked as a residential agent with Long and Foster and Coldwell Banker, where I received numerous awards for production and was consistently a top producer in the Richmond, VA area. I also worked as a commercial real estate broker with Commonwealth Commercial Partners where I focused mainly on landlord and tenant representation. Prior to entering the real estate business, I worked at Morgan Stanley as a licensed Financial Advisor where I developed custom financial plans for my clients.
A Kingsmill resident, I enjoy everything the neighborhood lifestyle has to offer and look forward to sharing those aspects and experiences with you. When not at the office, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three children, and can be found riding my bike around the neighborhood with my daughter, or on the athletic fields coaching my two sons' baseball and football teams.
I look forward to assisting you list and sell your current home, or helping you find your dream home. Call me today with any and all of your real estate needs.
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- Volunteer in the Richmond Little League
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Children of all ages and their families are invited to the 11th annual Hippity-Hop Easter Egg Hunt. Indoor and outdoor egg hunts begin at 10:45 a.m. Hunts continue throughout the day until the eggs run out. Prizes and kid-friendly entertainment including: photos with the Easter Bunny starting at 11:15 a.m. Also, a petting zoo, caricature and portrait artists, juggler, magician and balloon artist.


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By: Angel Green, Senior Manager Sales & Marketing Integration
What an awesome opportunity it was to sail aboard the luxurious Holland America Eurodam. We sailed the Alaska Inside Passage with endless miles of untouched wilderness. The Eurodam is a very elegant midsized ship with lots to offer. This ship is beautiful with very comfortable beds and the staterooms are immaculate. Sipping coffee in the Crow's nest as you read your favorite book or use the interactive screens to plan you next cruise as good as it gets! With a balcony stateroom, we were able to view sea life while sitting on the balcony and also view Margerie Glacier while cruising through Glacier Bay National Park.


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Since its construction in 1893, this building has been in continuous use for the Luzerne County Historical Society. Originally, the building housed the exhibits, library, and main offices of the Society. Since the library and archives and main office moved down the street to #49 in 1972, the building has functioned solely as a Museum.
A long-term exhibition on the Native Americans of the Wyoming Valley includes local artifacts ranging from stone implements of the Archaic period to the archeological evidence of European influence.
Changing exhibitions emphasize the stories of people, places and events in Luzerne County, featuring objects, photographs and paintings from the Society's collection. The gift shop is open during the Museum's visiting hours. Besides items relating to the collection, the gift shop offers a variety of local publications.
Free for LCHS members; $5 for non-member adults and $3 for non-member children.
Contact Information
The Museum is located at 69 Rear South Franklin Street in downtown Wilkes-Barre, directly behind the Osterhout Free Library. Parking is available at meters along South Franklin Street, or one of the nearby parking garages or lots (the closest garage is just down the street at Boscov's Department Store). The museum can be contacted at (570) 822-1727.
Hours of Operation
The Museum is open Wednesday through Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. We are closed on some holiday weekends (New Year's, Easter, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Christmas).
Current Exhibits:
Native Americans in the Wyoming Valley (long-term)
"The Battle of Wyoming at 240: Revolution on the Homefront" (until August 2019)
- "Let's Go Shopping! Stores of Yesteryear" (until February 2019)


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When a dispute cannot be resolved voluntarily, litigation may help to preserve your interests and protect your rights. Sometimes starting a lawsuit is all that is required to get a party's attention and bring about a resolution. Other times, a mediator or judge is needed to resolve the matter. Our attorneys can pursue resolutions to specific issues or a whole dispute through motions or, when needed, take a matter to trial.
A Summons and Complaint must be drafted and served upon the party who is being sued. The case officially begins when the Summons is served. The Summons tells the other party that they are being sued and that they must respond to the lawsuit if they want to protect their rights. The Complaint spells out what your dispute is about, including the facts of the case, the way in which the defendant harmed you, and what relief you want from the court. In Minnesota, parties have up to one year after service of the Summons and Complaint to file the case with the Court.
At Zlimen & McGuiness, our attorneys never lose sight of the big picture for our clients. That means we constantly re-evaluate the costs and benefits of litigation versus settlement or negotiation and communicate that analysis to our clients. We want our clients to be informed and making the best decisions for their needs as a lawsuit progresses. There is never a point where we don't want a client to think about the cost or benefit of negotiating a resolution.
Whether or not the case has been filed, an Answer is due from the defendant twenty days after the Summons was served. Answers respond to the allegations in the Complaint, and often include counterclaims against the plaintiff.
After the Answer is provided, the discovery process begins. During discovery, all parties to a lawsuit exchange information that is relevant to the case. Discovery requests can take many forms, typically Requests for Production of Documents, Request for Admissions, and Interrogatories. Depositions can be taken, expert witnesses hired, and reports filed. Discovery can be a short and simple process, or a long and complex one depending on the issues in the case and the level of cooperation between the parties.
If a matter is not resolved through negotiation during the discovery process , many matters enter mediation. Mediation is a process in which a third party attempts to assist negotiations between the parties to reach a voluntary resolution.
If the matter remains unresolved after mediation, trial may be necessary to obtain a resolution from the Court.


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Zeo Zords
The Zeo Zords were the primary Zords of the Zeo Rangers. Billy Cranston and Alpha 5 worked on these new Zords, which were based on creatures and structures from mythology. The Zeo Zords still lie dormant in their containment hangar in the mountains.
- Zeo Zord 1: Piloted by Pink Zeo Ranger Kat Hillard; it was based on the Moai Statue.
- Zeo Zord 2: Piloted by Yellow Zeo Ranger Tanya Sloan; it was based on the Dogu Statue.
- Zeo Zord 3: Piloted by Blue Zeo Ranger Rocky DeSantos; it was based on the Sphinx.
- Zeo Zord 4: Piloted by Green Zeo Ranger Adam Park; it was based on Taurus the Bull.
- Zeo Zord 5: Piloted by the Red Zeo Ranger Tommy Oliver; it was based on the Phoenix.
Zeo Megazord
When things get too tough for the Zeo Zords, they can combine and form the Zeo Megazord. Usually in warrior mode with the Zeo V battle helmet, the Zeo Megazord can wear the helmet of the other four Zeo Zords as well. The Zeo Megazord presumably remains in storage in the Zeo Zord holding bay.
Red Battlezord
This backup Zord of Zeo Ranger V packs quite a punch, to say the least. Red Battlezord blows away the bad guys with rapid firing wrist mounted blasters, and knocks them out with his fierce punching action. Battlezord's special moves include the power rocket spin, and star visor blast.
Zeo Mega battlezord
To finish off monsters with style, Red Battlezord can combine with the Zeo Megazord to form the Zeo Mega Battlezord. He also combines with the Zeo Zords and Pyramidas to form the Zeo Ultrazord. Red Battlezord presumably remains in storage in the Zeo Zord holding bay.
Super Zeo Zords
The ultimate in monster fighting, the Super Zeo Zords are ready to defend the Earth. The Super Zeo Zords are each capable of flight and energy projection from their chests, and are each equipped with a laser pistol and a Power Weapon. The Super Zeo Zords formed from the Super Zeo Gems, which were a gift from an alien visitor named Trey, the original bearer of the Gold Ranger powers. The Super Zeo Zords presumably remains in storage in the Zeo Zord holding bay.
Super Zeo Megazord
For even more Power, the Rangers combine their Super Zeo Zords into the mighty Super Zeo Megazord, armed with twin swords.
Pyramidas is summoned by the Gold Ranger into battle. This giant pyramid is capable of interstellar flight, and can fire golden lightning bolts. Pyramidas can also combine with the Zeo Zords and Red Battlezord to form the Zeo Ultrazord, the ultimate in Zeo firepower. When Gold Ranger returned to his home planet, he took Pyramidas with him. After the death or Trey and the selection of a new gold ranger
Zeo Ultrazord Carrier Mode
Pyramidas can merge with the other zords either by transforming into a rolling carrier with the Zords on top. They all combine their firepower for a devastating attack.
Zeo Ultrazord Warrior mode
Pyramidas can also merge with the Zeo Zords by transforming into warrior mode, which places the Zeo Zords inside chambers within Pyramidas, and Red Battlezord on top to form the shoulder cannons.
Warrior Wheel
The forces of the Machine Empire shouldn't underestimate this little fella. Despite his size, Warrior Wheel is a fast and fierce fighter. He rolls into battle as a wheel and transforms into a robot in warrior mode. As a finishing move, the Super Zeo Megazord rolls Warrior Wheel in wheel mode at a monster, destroying it with a blast of energy. Warrior Wheel presumably remains in storage in the Zeo Zord holding bay.


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By AnalyzeDirect Staff, last updated March 17, 2016
Increased vascularity is a pivotal event in tumor progression and has prognostic meaning in numerous cancers. Recently developed agents have been designed to target and inhibit angiogenesis factors, preventing the formation of new blood vessels that supply the tumor and allow cancer cells to survive and multiply.
Glioblastoma multiforme is the most aggressive and infiltrative type of brain tumor and it is supported by a large network of blood vessels that ultimately promote cell division and circulation. Because of its abnormal vascularity, this type of tumor has been treated with anti-angiogenic agents, however, there are no established biomarkers that can track treatment response or relapse.
Scientists from the University of Melbourne, Australia, were interested in this project and focused on the development of novel circulating and imaging biomarkers. The subjects of their study were both glioblastoma patients and healthy volunteers who underwent collection of blood samples and perfusion-weighted MRI (PWI) scans, an imaging technique performed to quantify cerebral blood flow and blood volume.
From contrast-enhancing regions on T1-weighted sequences, Analyze software was used to create tumor regions of interest (ROI). This information was then converted to perfusion-weighted MRI color maps that showed the areas of increased cerebral blood volume within the tumor. Relative cerebral blood volume (rCBV) values, the ratio between tumor cerebral blood volume and normal-appearing white matter, were then calculated.
The team showed that patients with higher levels of circulating endothelial progenitor cells, which are mobilized from the bone marrow in response to various angiogenic stimuli, also had increased tumor vascularity, determined by high rCBV values. Furthermore, the scientists were able to determine that the concentration of circulating endothelial cells, mature endothelial cells that detach and enter the bloodstream, were significantly higher in patients with the tumor than in the controls. These levels decreased noticeably postoperatively.
Findings from this study suggest that these parameters may potentially be considered useful biomarkers to monitor glioblastoma multiforme patients during treatment with anti-angiogenic agents.
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Summertime Blooms.
Everything is growing, and lots of things are happening. I really don't feel like typing a lot at the moment, but
please go check out what some of the bands are up to, it's what it's all about. I'll get back with you soon, we're busy over here, but I can't really divulge.
-Menlo Park
Japanther got off the road for a few minutes but are about to get right back on.
Icky Boyfriends are threatening an East Coast re-union show sometime in the fall. This threat should not be taken lightly. Check back later for more details...
Talk Normal are playing a few shows in June and the UK in July
Tom Smith of To Live and Shave in L.A. will fill you in on a semi-daily basis
Deerhoof have been working on a new record, and are playing a few shows in June.


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This fluffisode we discuss the nation of Khador and how they are deserve all the lands of the Iron Kingdoms.
So join Mahu, Clint, Pirate Captain, Jeff, and new comer Marcos, as we make jokes at the expense of, well, basically everything to do with Khador and offend everything you love.
Explicit warning for the podcast, especially for the preamble. Don't say we didn't warn you.
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Awhile back ago I found out one of my friends was pregnant! (Congrats again Annika!) So..here's what my girlfriends and I decided to give her:
Inside of the Box:
1. Be Band (This lovely item of clothing was SO incredibly useful for me while I was pregnant. It basically holds up your pants/skirts/shorts when you can no longer button them OR holds everything in place when you're out and about.
2. Prenatal Listener (Some women might not like this as a gift, but if you are a worry wart like me it sure comes in handy whenever you have those subtle glimpses of doubt.)
3. Prenatal Vitamins (Your doctor will be happy if you take these regularly if you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or post-partum. So..you can never get enough of these!)
4. iTunes gift card (Holler! Who doesn't like $ for baby apps.)
5. Bio Oil (Apparently this stuff works better than cocoa butter. I don't know…. I've never actually used it myself to be honest, but my friend Tina swears by this stuff. 😉 I trust her advice. Shoot! Anything to get rid of tiger marks!)
6. Rosary (Any type of item that could help with calming nerves is a plus! I used mine frequently during my pregnancy.)
7. Tums (These sometimes help to reduce any nausea or stomach issues and, trust, when you're pregnant you'll try anything!)
8. Lollipops (Supposed to help with morning sickness.)
9. Pregnancy Books (There are so many books out there and a lot of them are REALLY good. Belly Laughs (By Jenny McCarthy) was recommended to me. Of course, there's What to Expect When You're Expecting..but I'm not too fond of that one anymore. Too scary! Here is a link to some recommended pregnancy books.
10. Floss ( When you're pregnant, your gums tend to get very sensitive..so why not add some floss into your gift?)
*NOT PICTURED: We also included a bump tracker and the snoogle!)
I then wrapped everything with twine and fun labels. The gift was a success!


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Take a look at today's infographic and learn about the evolution of American Currency.
Currency Mining News
Infographic: The Bear vs. Bull debate
What's next for gold?
A thousand pictures is worth one word
In spite of constant headlines about debts and deficits, most Americans don't really believe the U.S. dollar will collapse. From knowledgeable investors who study the markets to those seemingly too busy to worry about such things, most dismiss the idea of the dollar actually going to zero.


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The 2018 Ford Taurus Picture
2018 Ford Taurus Redesign : The 2018 Ford Taurus Picture
2018 Ford Taurus Concept
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- Excellent gas economic system
- User-friendly infotainment system
- Bigger alloy wheels damage trip quality
- Inconsistent inside construct high quality
- Obscure manual transmission operation
The 2018 Ford Taurus gets a new exterior coloration, Satin Steel Gray Metallic. Additionally, hatchback fashions are actually available with the diesel engine. The 2018 Ford Taurus obtained a five-star total safety rating from the NHTSA (out of a potential 5 stars). In IIHS evaluations, the 2018 Ford Taurus Redesign has solely been examined in side and moderate front overlap impact assessments the place it acquired a Good score (Good is the best attainable score). It additionally acquired a Fundamental score on the IIHS' front crash prevention take a look at for having an out there forward collision warning system (Superior is the best rating for the front crash prevention take a look at).
That is the story of the brand new 2018 Ford Taurus, actually. It's filled with features and demonstrates a sophisticated mechanical prowess, but it surely's particular about things. It's scientific and exact, in some methods to a fault, but balanced with obvious worth and features. Like the hit man, the 2018 Ford Taurus is not any nonsense up entrance, but there's an underlying heat and desire to please once you get to realize it.
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This week in La-La Land we are Celebrating Anything. Although my card fits this bill it can also be used for a variety of celebrations. I have also had fun mixing my handmade flowers with shop bought ones - it adds a different look to the flower spray.
Don't forget to pop over to our BLOG where you can check out inspiration from my amazing teamies and remember La-La Land Crafts also have a Facebook Page HERE and La-La Lands Facebook Group HERE. We love seeing your amazing creations using La-La Land Stamps and Dies too.
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Skin - E11, E00, E000, R24, R20, R11
Hair - E44. E43. E42. E40
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The European Anti-Poverty Network concerns itself with European and Irish policies that affect or impact on poverty and social exclusion. Our current primary focus areas are as follows:
Social Inclusion
Promoting socially inclusive policies at national and European level is at the heart of EAPN Ireland's activities. For us, this means raising awareness about the importance of formulating and implementing policies that tackle poverty and social exclusion. As well as raising awareness, we lobby for the mainstreaming of social inclusion through integrated policies which can deliver a more inclusive and equal society, based on shared wealth. The Social Inclusion section of our website currently focuses on moving towards a social Europe, national and European anti-poverty strategies, and the open method of coordination. There is also a resource and useful links page in the social inclusion section.
Understanding Poverty
EAPN Ireland works on a continuous basis to increase understanding about poverty and social exclusion. Our awareness raising and communication activities in this regard include; informing people about definitions of poverty, tackling negative stereotypes and explaining the link between poverty in Ireland and in other European countries. The Understanding Poverty section of the website focuses on defining and measuriung poverty, poverty in Ireland and poverty in Europe. There is also a resources page in the understanding poverty section.
An important part of EAPN Ireland's policy focus is concerned with national and European employment policies. EAPN Ireland believes that every citizen of working age is entitled to a quality job and a decent income. The employment section on our website focuses on activation policy (how to get people back to work), active inclusion (providing opportunities for those most distant from the labour market), the developmental welfare state, EU employment strategy, and an overview of flexicurity. There is also a resource page with more information on Employment.
Structural Funds
The Structural Funds were created to help address economic imbalances in the European Union. EAPN Ireland engages with the development of the structural funds and informs members and affiliates about the programmes. The structural funds section of the website focuses; on what are structural funds?, developing structural fund programmes, current structural fund programmes, and resources on structural fund programmes.
The Future of Europe
EAPN Ireland has an active interest and role to play in the future development of the European Union. EAPN's primary concern is that the European Union maximises its potential for every citizen by pursuing a social model rather than a primarily market driven model. This section focues on the Lisbon Treaty, and EAPN Ireland and the Lisbon Treaty. There is also a resource page on the future of Europe. This section is currently being re-developed and will undergo a major expansion in the coming months.
Influencing Policy
EAPN Ireland acts as an advocate for its members and affiliates in the context of policy-making at national and European level. We also believe in building capacity within our membership to influence policy in their own right. We've produced and collected a number of policy resources that focus on lobbying and advocacy for NGOs and community and voluntary groups.


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What bride doesn't want to look fresh & well rested on her big day? Even if you don't want to keep it up after the wedding than at least try it for your wedding day. I suggest it mainly if you have deep lines between your brows or creeping crows feet around the eyes... those are the two areas that I notice the biggest impact on brides, especially in photos. It's not scary and if you go to the right doctor you will LOVE the results (you might even get hooked on how fresh you look!)
Just remember 2 important things:
1. Go to a great doctor – Dr. David Poole or his PA Stephanie 407.788.8080
2. Schedule your appointment at least 2-3 weeks before the wedding so if there's any bruising there will be time for it to disappear before the rehearsal.
I have a lot of clients and friends that regularly see Dr. Pool and Stephanie and they RAVE about how gentle they are and sometimes they even run specials around Mother's Day. Check it out and let me know what you think!


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The intellectual property war between Oracle Corp. and Google has subsided, at least for now. A jury in a federal California court ruled that Oracle's patents were not infringed upon by Google's Android operating system.
The news came from the same jury that agreed Oracle had made a case for copyright infringement on its Java programming language but could not decide whether Google broke any laws by using it. Oracle wants $1 billion in damages for its copyright claims.
Google officials held to the position that the company did not infringe on Oracle's patents or copyrights. Google claims Oracle cannot copyright Java in its entirety because the software programming language is available to the public.
Oracle turned down an offer by Google to settle its arguments over two patents before the trial began. The search engine agreed to give Oracle 0.5 percent of the revenues it receives for Android until the end of 2012 to cover one patent. A second patent payment of 0.015 percent would have been in effect for six years, until 2018.
It is possible now that Oracle wishes that it had considered Google's settlement a bit more carefully. The patent agreement was small compared to what Oracle wanted in court, but accepting a piece of the Android pie would have guaranteed the company at least $2.8 million.
Android's first-quarter revenue in 2010 was estimated by the court to exceed $97 million.
Oracle's copyright case against Google started in 2010. The judge in the case is expected to have more to say about the copyright clash between the two technology titans. His judgments will influence how, and if, both parties proceed in the intellectual property dispute.
Source: Reuters, "Jury sides with Google in Oracle patent case," May 23, 2012