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Donna Price, is a business consultant and marketing strategist by day..... mom and driver, cyclist and lover of the open road. Donna has cycled across the United States and loves to be on the road. She drives -- her girls around for sometimes hours at a time, thinking, innovating, writing all the way. These are her ponderings.
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A week on the road…. It was a week of driving… some weeks are like that. I drove up to Albany — theoretically a 2 1/2 hour drive each way. Of course, it was longer. It's always longer than you think it will be….
August 9, 2019
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Bikes are out on the road again! Its spring and the roads are beautiful. Cyclists have pumped up their tires and dusted off their helmets and taken to the roads. For drivers it means more to watch out for on the roads. The reality…
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First Appalachian State got played. Then it got paid.
According to newly released federal documents, the Boone-based university was fleeced for almost $2 million last year by fraudsters posing as a Charlotte construction company doing work on campus.
On Wednesday, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Charlotte announced that it has recovered about 80 percent of the original amount. According to U.S. Attorney Andrew Murray and court documents, FBI agents successfully tracked down the missing money to accounts in Bank of America and other financial institutions within a month of its disappearance.
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CGG Announces Future Marine Joint Venture with Petrovietnam
PARIS, France – December 16th 2010
CGGVeritas (ISIN: 0000120164 – NYSE: CGV) announced today that it has signed a term sheet with Petrovietnam Technical Services Corporation (PTSC) to create a 2D/3D marine joint venture to operate 2D and 3D marine seismic vessels, primarily in Vietnamese waters. The joint venture will provide seismic data acquisition services for the oil and gas clients operating locally in Vietnam and the region.
CGG Announces Enhanced Profitability Plan
Increased focus on operational performance, costs reductions and technology differentiation
$150 million positive impact on operating income by 2012
PARIS, France – December 16th 2010
CEO Jean-Georges Malcor and his Executive Committee presented a companywide plan today to improve profitability and reinforce the leading position of CGGVeritas in high-end seismic technology and solutions. This plan is driven by a recently appointed executive team, operating a leaner organization that was put in place mid October.
CGG Announces Third Quarter 2010 Results
Revenue Sequentially Stable at $656m
Group Operating Income Contracted to 4%
Backlog Strengthening
PARIS, France – 9 November 2010
CGGVeritas (ISIN: 0000120164 – NYSE: CGV) announced today its non-audited third quarter 2010 consolidated results. All 2009 results are reported before restructuring.
CGG Announces its Third Quarter 2010 Results Conference Calls
PARIS, France - October 20th 2010
CGGVeritas (ISIN: 0000120164 - NYSE: CGV) will announce its third quarter 2010 results on Tuesday, November 9th 2010. A press release will be available on our website: www.
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It's no secret that housing is expensive. Home prices are relentlessly marching forward, making it more difficult for first-time home buyers to purchase a home. One of the contributing factors is the low inventory of homes for sale.
The deficiency of homes on the market is limiting options and stoking competition among determined home buyers, many of whom are willing to offer slightly more than then their cohorts.
Affordability is not only an issue for home buyers. It's also an issue for renters. According to the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey five-year estimates results (census.gov), the median rent in the US increased about $21. That does not sound life-changing; however, it is the result of an analysis of nationwide monthly rents.
Results of the Survey indicated that, "Of the 382 metropolitan areas in the United States, the median gross rent in 156 areas did not change between 2007 to 2011 and 2012 to 2016…" However, "Of the 219 that did change, increases outnumbered decreases four to one with 175 increases and 44 decreases." Some areas had a decrease in rent, while others faced increases. Among some of the areas with top increases include Andrews TX and McKenzie County ND, where monthly rents increased an average of $352 and $397 respectively.
The Census Bureau recent survey on rent concludes that "gross rents are on the rise." Other Census data indicates that 2017 had the lowest percentage of renters move since 1988.
The combination of fewer available rentals and increased rents are making it difficult to find an affordable rental.
Although the term "affordable" has been tossed about like a football, it wasn't until Mary Schwartz and Ellen Wilson's (US Census Bureau) analysis of the 2006 American Community Survey that really gave it meaning (Who Can Afford To Live in a Home?: A look at data from the 2006 American Community Survey; census.gov).
The analysis revealed the percentage of income that is spent towards housing. The report indicated that forty-six percent of renters spend 30 percent or more of their income on housing costs.
Compare that to home owners: thirty-seven percent of owners with mortgages and sixteen percent of owners without spent 30 percent or more of their income on housing. Schwartz and Wilson came up with the "30 percent standard," and discussed that thirty percent or more of income spent on housing is considered a "housing-cost burden."
Last September, Representative Joe Crowley introduced H.R.3670 – Rent Relief Act of 2017 to help renters with their housing-cost burden.
The credit would only be available for taxpayers whose gross income is less than $125,000. The bill allows for a refundable tax credit when rent exceeds 30 percent of the individual's gross income for the taxable year. Depending on the renter's gross income, the amount of the credit could range from 10 to 100 percent of the excess (above 30 percent).
One caveat is that if the tenant's rent exceeds 150 percent of the fair market rent for that specific residence, the excess above 150 percent won't be included for the purpose of determining the amount of the credit. Government-subsidized renters would be able to claim a credit equal to 1/12 of the rent paid by the taxpayer.
Although the bill was last heard in the House Committee on Ways and Means, it is being prepared by Senator Kamala Harris to be introduced in the Senate.
Dan Krell is a Realtor® with RE/MAX Success in Potomac, MD. You can access more information at DanKrell.com. @dankrell


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CHEETAH SPEED DEVICES - Cheetah devices (switches, receptacles, dimmers, GFCI, etc.) are pre-assembled with Cheetah Speed Anchors fastened with standard 6/32 screw (for easy removal or adjustment after installation). After you wire the Cheetah speed device (quickwire or side wire terminals), just push it in! The Cheetah Speed anchors zip-tie into the patented Cheetah Speed wallboxes - always centered and flush with the wall - requiring no screws for installation or finish!
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CHEETAH SPEED BOXES - Cheetah Speed Boxes (1 - 4 gang boxes) are made from high strength thermoplastic composites with specially designed speed anchor slots. Each slot has teeth molded to receive Cheetah Speed Anchors. As the speed anchor is pushed into the speed anchor slot, the teeth on the box and speed anchor engage in a zip-tie fashion to securely hold the anchor.
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As Murder On The Orient Express failed to take out Thor: Ragnarok, the latter maintained at the No.1 spot at the Chinese box office for a second week, adding $38.7m during Nov 6-12.
Standing at $90.4m after 10 days, the third installment of Disney and Marvel Studios' Thor has surpassed the combined gross of the franchise's first two films. Not only that, it has earned more than Wonder Woman and will soon beat Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2. China has remained a top market worldwide by a large margin.
Fox's Murder On The Orient Express opened top on Friday, but dropped to second on both Saturday and Sunday. The adaptation of Agatha Christie's mystery novel directed by and starring Kenneth Branagh ended up in second place overall with $18m from its first three days.
Another new release is The Brink which opened in a distant third with $6.5m from its three-day opening weekend. The Hong Kong action thriller, which recently premiered at Busan's Midnight Passion, marks the feature debut of Jonathan Li and stars Zhang Jin (Ip Man 3), Shawn Yue (Mad World) and Wu Yue.
Warner Bros' Geostorm dropped further to the fourth with $5.7m for $60.3m after 17 days; ahead of 77 Days's $5.1m for $6.8m after 10 days. The latter is based on a popular Internet novel about a man who travels on foot across an uninhabited area on the Qinghai-Tibetan plateau. First-time director Zhao Hantang stars with Jiang Yiyan in this local wilderness story.
Local 1930s spy thriller Eternal Wave, starring Aaron Kwok, took $3.8m for $10.9 after 10 days, while National Day champion Never Say Die added $2.5m for $312.5m after 44 days from an extended run.
Two new releases followed: Japanese animation Pokémon The Movie XY&Z: Volcanion and the Ingenious Magearna opened with $2.2m from its first two days, narrowly ahead of Perfect Couple's $2.1m from its first three days. The latter is a romance comedy directed by Vincent Kok, with former F4 boy band member Vic Chou and Hong Kong actress Fiona Sit.
Local drama Hold Your Hands rounded out the charts with $2.0m for $15.1 after 31 days.
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This annual event features traditional songs of the sea from talented local and international artists.
This one-day music event, the 2018 Sea Music Festival will be held on August 18 on the Hyde Street Pier. In addition to traditional music, this event also features sailors skills demonstrations, a chance to explore the pier's historic boats, a kids' crafts station and so much more.
The Hyde Street Pier is on the western side of Fisherman's Wharf at the end of Hyde Street at Jefferson Street.
Buses: There are several Muni buses that drop within a few blocks of the Sea Music Festival. You can take the 2, 4, 8, 18, 24, 27, 28, 39, 44, 47, 54, 56, 58, 72, 74, 76, or 91.
F Streetcar: If you are coming from a location along Market Street, this is a great option. You can pick it up on Market Street and take it along the waterfront to Fisherman's Wharf. You will get off at the Jefferson and Taylor Street stops.
Powell/Hyde Cable Car: The Powell/Hyde Cable Car runs from Union Square to Fisherman's Wharf. It will drop you about a block from the Hyde Street Pier. Once you arrive, simply walk down the hill toward the historic boats and you will find the Sea Music Festival activities.
Driving & Parking: Parking in Fisherman's Wharf is expensive and hard to find. If you are lucky, you might find some street parking. The downside of street parking is that these spots usually have a limit of two hours and they frequently issue tickets to those who go over. You can also check out the Ghirardelli Square Garage or the garage at Pier 39. Both cost $30 or more for an entire day of parking.
Maritime Museum: The Maritime Museum is a free history museum across the street from the Hyde Street Pier. It chronicles the events that took place in the Fisherman's Wharf district including how the fishing industry started, what happened during the Gold Rush in the mid- to late-1800s, and how it became such a popular destination today. Click here for pictures and tips on visiting this SF museum.
Ghirardelli Square: This old chocolate factory is now home to more than a dozen stores and restaurants. In addition, you will find four Ghirardelli Chocolate stores. Step inside to sample their amazing creations and see three old-time chocolate-making machines in action. Click here for pictures and to learn more about what there is to see and do here.
Pier 39: One of the top stops in this district is Pier 39. On this pier, you will find shopping, restaurants, and places to sample local wines. You can also see and learn more about the sea lions that live here most of the year. One of my favorite stops here is the Aquarium of the Bay where you can learn more about all the plants and animals that call the SF Bay home. Click here for a full list of activities on Pier 39.
You will find a number of great places to stay nearby. Fisherman's Wharf is one of the most popular places for hotels. In this district, you will find everything from budget friendly motels to five star beauties. Click here for my recommendations in this district.
Before you make your decision, you can also check out the great deals on TripAdvisor. They offer dozens of hotel discounts for places in Fisherman's Wharf and throughout SF. Click here to take a look at their current selection of offers which range from room rate discounts to free parking or breakfast.
Save Today! Discover additional activities this weekend on Goldstar. This online retailer offers some amazing discounted tickets to annual events, tours, and more. Most are around half-off the full retail cost, which means you can see and do even more. Click here to check out the current selection of tickets and enjoy more of what SF has to offer today!
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Godsblood: Book one of the Shatter Spire Symphony by Daniel T. Moore
The gods are dead. Change is coming on wings, heralded by three women:
The girl of fire and sunshine will become the ache in the heart of the world; will weep a trail of tears which burst into blooms of flame for a sister that could not be saved; will hunt through the streets of a shadowed city for a father and a brother, to save one and kill the other; will stand on a grave marked with no stone and look out on a world of her own making. But she is young yet.
The surgeon of Artisan's Alley, whose criminal enterprise is built for the triumph of the poor over the tyranny of the rich; who breaks the knees of nobles unable to meet the terms of their loans, and turns over the profits to the sick and the poor; who, for love, will find herself elsewhere entirely.
The gunslinger is the restless daughter of a man murdered by his best friend. A woman out of love with her life, out of love with her man, and on a collision course with those who put her father in an early grave.
GODSBLOOD is a 140 000+ word PG-13 story that won't stand still. It's an epic sci-fantasy about three young black women ages nine, twenty-seven and thirty-four.
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Cherries claim point in Watford Thriller
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A rollercoaster match to start to 2019 ended all square as AFC Bournemouth came from behind to claim a 3-3 draw with Watford.
All six goals came in a blink-and-you'll-miss-it first half, Troy Deeney headed to give the visitors the lead and after the Cherries had cheaply conceded possession in the middle of the park, Deeney picked up the scraps to slot home his second.
Nathan Ake halved the deficit with a follow-up header after Ben Foster's terrific save and Callum Wilson soon levelled the scores with a phenomenal header, the first of three goals in three minutes ahead of the break.
Ken Sema next stunned the Cherries fans with a volley to instantly restore Watford's advantage, only for Ryan Fraser to equalise again straight from the restart.
Despite plenty of chances, effort and endeavour no further goals followed in he second period as the Cherries retained their unbeaten start to calendar years to ten.
Midfielder Dan Gosling made a welcome return to the starting line-up having missed seven games due to a knee injury.
He was one of three changes with Jefferson Lerma and Fraser, who were both among the substitutes at Manchester United, also back in.
The Cherries went close to drawing first blood when a sweeping move involving Junior Stanislas and Joshua King ended with David Brooks clipping an effort narrowly over the crossbar.
Lerma then fired over from 25 yards after a Fraser cross had fallen invitingly for him.
Watford opened the scoring from their first meaningful attack when Deeney planted a firm header past Asmir Begovic following a cross from the right by Sema.
The two teams traded further chances with Roberto Pereyra shooting high over the crossbar for the Hornets before Fraser saw his low drive saved by Ben Foster.
Watford doubled their advantage midway through the first half when Deeney added his second, rifling the loose ball past Begovic following a surging run from deep by Deulofeu.
Abdoulaye Doucoure, fortunate to escape with only a caution for a poor challenge on Fraser, fired over the crossbar as the visitors went in search of a third goal.
The Cherries halved the arrears through Ake in the 34th minute, the defender heading home from close range after Foster had made a stunning save to keep out Gosling's effort following a Fraser free-kick.
And Eddie Howe's team restored parity just two minutes later when Wilson's clever glancing header beat Foster following another excellent dead-ball delivery from Fraser.
However, Watford restored their lead just 60 seconds later when Sema drilled home an unstoppable left-foot strike into the bottom corner.
But as a pulsating opening period drew to a close, Howe's men levelled when Fraser deservedly got on the scoresheet to make it 3-3.
The Scotland international fired past Foster after both Wilson and King had dummied Stanislas's cross from the right, and there was still time for King to head inches wide ahead of the recess as the hosts almost took a lead in after a sensational 45 minutes of football.
As the Cherries looked to continue the goal fest after the break, Steve Cook climbed to meet a corner from Fraser only to see his header drift the wrong side of the upright.
Doucoure, who treaded a fine line with referee David Coote, was replaced by Tom Cleverley as Watford head coach Javi Garcia made his first change just 11 minutes into the second half.
Wilson was denied his second when Foster made another top-drawer save to keep out his bullet header following a cross from Charlie Daniels in the 64th minute.
Lerma showed excellent close control to create an opening but lifted his shot high over the crossbar from the edge of the box on 71 minutes.
Foster raced off his line to smother bravely at the feet of King before the Watford goalkeeper dived to his right to save Gosling's 20-yarder.
Cook's perfectly-timed tackle prevented Pereyra going clear on goal before a double substitution saw Lys Mousset and Jordon Ibe replace Wilson and Fraser.
And Mousset went close to scoring just seconds after coming on, the Frenchman bursting into the box before Foster got down smartly to snaffle his shot.
Lerma, who worked tirelessly throughout, tried his luck from distance but again Foster was there to clutch his side-footed effort late on.
Stanislas performed admirably operating in an unfamiliar right-back role having been pressed into service due to injuries to Simon Francis and Adam Smith.
He got forward at every opportunity and provided a number of dangerous crosses, including supplying the assist for Fraser to make it 3-3 at the end of the first half.
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Watford midfielder Doucoure was fortunate to escape with only a booking for a lunging tackle which left Fraser crumpled in a heap in the first half.
Referee David Coote also showed the Frenchman some leniency following another heavy challenge early in the second half before the player was substituted by Javi Garcia after just 56 minutes, Watford's head coach keen to ensure his side remained with 11 men.


text: Ponk 58 Posted May 12, 2015 (edited) 1: The wrong flag for Sweden, the one ingame is not accurate. It should be the three tongued one without the symbol in the center. 2: No telescope on the open sea, id like to zoom in on islands in the horizion etc. And hailing atm seems abit to easy, that as soon as a ship get rendered in I can hail him, would like to have abit more of suspens by trying to identify a ship by looking at his flag. 3: Waves clipping my ship, make it look like im going submerged from time to time 4: The AI's laser-accurate shooting Edited May 12, 2015 by Ponk 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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FRANKIE At Home In The Kitchen
superbly photographed and complemented with wine-pairing pointers, this cooking compendium offers more than one hundred twenty recipes for Italian dishes stimulated through the famous Washington kingdom restaurant, Frankie's Pizza and Pasta. severa delectable thoughts for pizza, pasta, and antipasti are provided in addition to tasty recommendations on soups, salads, sandwiches, liquids, and desserts. Memorable images of the famed restaurant itself are also featured at the side of a photographic jaunt via the writer's vegetable lawn and travels to Italy. making sure each recipe is properly examined and easy to follow, this series is a outstanding guide for individuals who need to entice friends and circle of relatives to the table with handcrafted Italian entrées.
This cookbook is my new favorite! Thank you Frankie for all the tips, they are so helpful and just what you need to answer those questions that you typically have to go through trial and error several times to get right on refining a good recipe.Highly recommend this book.-Beth B.
I was lucky enough to buy a dead-tree version of this book from the actual restaurant and ever since I brought it home (and definitely since the restaurant closed and I can't get the original) the various pages have been collecting all sorts of food stains as I work my way through the various sections. The marinara from thin book is the only marinara I use in my house. I have one of those Aero-grow herb gardens that I got as a gift and I use basil from it to give the marinara a wonderful flavor, and luckily the San Marzano tomatoes he recommends are available around here. The lasagna is great (if involved), and the pizza dough also very good. But by far my favorite is the meatballs. When I make them I make a quadruple batch, eat a bunch with fresh pasta, freeze the leftovers until firm, and then pack them with my vacuum-pack thing into packs of 8-10 meatballs for storage in the freezer. Super tasty on top of pasta, or pop them out of the freezer with a frozen tub of marinara (which also freezes well), a hoagie roll, and some cheese - instant meatball marinara sandwich. My waistline hates this book, but my tastebuds keep going back over and over.-Gill B.
I remember the first time I walked into Frankie's Pizza in Redmond. The gentleman on the cover of this delightful book left the kitchen (which was one of those classy, busy kitchens in full view of the customers) and heartily introduced himself to me. My entire dining experience was as if I had entered my own family restaurant and had a meal with them. The food was excellent and the atmosphere was a lively Friday evening that left an indelible impression on me and made me a life-long customer. This book, which is more like a generous slice of Frankie's own personal passion, is a refreshing blend of faith, heaps of generous recipes, a dash of joviality, and a pinch of advice - all wrapped up in Frankie's zest for life and love of Italian cuisine. Oh my, page 118: Rigatoni Pasta with Shrimp and Prosciutto with Red Bell Pepper Cream Sauce paired with a fruity Soave wine. Bye bye computer, hello kitchen!-Rocky
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The Other Side of Sacrifice
Today is Veteran's Day, a day set aside to thank the countless men and women who served our nation and to honor the sacrifices they made. As I thought about my own husband who served during the war in Vietnam, I asked him if he had a picture he would like for me to share to honor his service. The picture he immediately presented to me was not what I had expected.
You see, I have seen many of his service-time photos, though many have faded through the years. I have seen him smiling and laughing with his buddies as they kidded one another in the barracks or as they enjoyed a brief furlough. I had also seen the one of the handsome, skinny, young man all decked out in his uniform that his mother had so proudly displayed for so long that the picture actually stuck to the glass in the frame. But my husband didn't give me one of these pictures. Instead, he gave me this one …..
"This one?" I asked. I'm sure I didn't hide my surprise. But then I asked him to tell me what was happening in this picture.
"That was a makeshift tent that I constructed to try to get some relief from the sun," he calmly explained.
Then it hit me. While I had heard his stories and knew something of what he had gone through, there was no way I could fully comprehend the sacrifices he had made. While I was thinking of honoring his service with nice pictures and awards he had received, he was remembering his sacrifices, from the loss of simple, everyday comforts to the weightier thoughts of loss, fear, separation, and the awfulness and stench of war.
Sacrifice is loss, giving up something precious, for something or someone else. And, usually, the only person who fully knows what sacrifice costs is the one who actually makes it. The greatest of all sacrifices was when our Lord Jesus Christ became our Savior by willingly giving Himself to die on the cross to save us from sin and death. Oh, how I've rejoiced and praised Him for what He did for me. But, I always want to think of resurrection Sunday rather than crucifixion Friday. I don't like to think about His pain and suffering. I'd rather think about His victory and defeat of death. Yet that victory was won through suffering and Jesus taught us to remember His sacrifice. "And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, 'This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me'" (Luke 22:19).
What does remembering what Christ did, do for me? Remembering what Christ did for me helps me to live the life He calls me to live today. As I remember His sacrifice, His love and forgiveness, and His faithfulness expressed in so many ways, I am not only encouraged in my life, but I know that I can trust Him not only today, but also tomorrow.
In much the same way, our sacrifices matter. When my husband looks at the above picture, He recalls some of the difficulties he suffered, but he is also reminded that some men and women will forever wear the scars of battle. Still others never made it home. Remembering these sacrifices reminds us that the freedoms we enjoy, and that we so often take for granted, definitely came at a price. Remembering such sacrifice can affect the way we live today.
On this Veteran's Day, I'd like to say thank you to the many men and women who have answered our nation's call and served in our military. Thank you for helping to keep America free. Thank you for the sacrifices that you made that while I may not fully be able to fully comprehend, I do appreciate. And thank you to my husband who taught me even today that sacrifice is rarely pretty – and as my Savior reminds me, sacrifice often leaves scars.


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The Chronicles of 1990s Fashion Style
There is an extensive number of secondhand vintage jewelry for sale. Designers started to take notice. Traditionally, grunge fashion also is accompanied by an attitude. It is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 1990s. To wear the 90s fashion trend in 2017, styles must be reworked so they are relevant in the present culture. Military-inspired style was shown to be immensely well known in the'90s. Countless styles and trends that were popular 20 decades ago are popular once more.
Additionally, it is a fad at the moment! Actually, trends develop a growing number of applications with time, while novelties have fewer and fewer. Now that the trend has arrived back it isn't rather hard to fish out clothes for the party. There were also a number of androgynous trends. The prevalence of retro clothing will make certain you have tons of options to select from!
A recent case in point is Microsoft. There might be voices raised in criticism of outsourcing, but it's an undeniable fact today outsourcing is a must in the present global scenario. The majority of the folks love art. One of the greatest methods to prevent smoking is by working with a psychotherapist who uses a mixture of behavior modification procedures and clinical hypnosis. One of the greatest approaches to have a sense of the jewelry styles of the 80s is to examine the fashion icons of the moment. Most men and women would rather have a more subdued look. Whether you select the hippy ethnic appearance or plastic space age, it'll be far out.
1 good thing with denim skirts was the simple fact it would suit anyone despite the age, personality or physique. Sometimes quadruple denim is merely too much. Hip-hugging jeans became a style announcement. Floral and plaid clothes were rather popular between the 90s and 00s and they're still popular nowadays. A suit is a nonverbal means of communicating to the employer that you truly need the position and that you're taking the interview extremely seriously," he states.
Home shopping is the future for a massive proportion of style retailing. For instance, the luxury retailer Matches Fashion has nearly 200 styles readily available on its site. How folks view your brand is equally as vital as how they see themselves in your clothing. Regardless of what the solution or service, there's nearly always an immediate correlation between the amount of users and the pace of innovation. Exclusive fashion goods made by small workshops or individuals and often only obtainable over the Internet are most likely to come up with an excellent market share in the upcoming few decades.
1990s Fashion Style Explained
Get exactly the sort of style or beauty logo which you need for your company with GraphicSprings' free logo maker. Whenever your company lacks revenue, annihilating intellectual capital and so cutting down the efficiency of remaining resources and the prospect of future growth really isn't the solution. Winning at all costs against your competition isn't enough to create a great enterprise. Amongst the first businesses to join the area of outsourcing was the publishing market. In truth, it can be an excellent prospect for the group of surviving employees to pull together and renew ties. My appreciation for'90s fashion is not an issue of opinion, it's an issue of fact.


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Girls swimming: Revamped squad defeats Jonathan Law
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Shelton High's girls swim team began the season with an 88-82 victory over Jonathan Law at the Shelton Community Center Pool on Friday — the makings of which were perhaps not surprising but satisfying for coach Tom Jurzynski.
"We have a lot of new faces this year, so I really had no idea how this was going to go," said the Shelton coach, whose team lost eight swimmers to graduation a year ago and saw many returnees step up and newcomers step in and contribute. "It's great to get a good win and it's a win over a good team so we're happy with that. It should be a good confidence booster for them."
"We knew it wasn't going to be easy," said Jurzynski, whose team took first place in 10-of-12 events and led wire to wire, but was challenged in each event by Law which recorded second-place finishes in each of the events Shelton won.
Law also had several third- and fourth-place outcomes, but Shelton's first-place finishes kept the home squad in front.
The meet began with the 200 yard medley relay contingent of Emma Parkes, Olivia D'Addio, Louise Kim and Anastasia Alcaraz-Sim winning in 2:02.64.
Alyssa Breton won the 200 freestyle in 2:08.16, a solid 12 seconds ahead of her nearest competitor.
Shelton's best finish in the 200 individual medley was the second-place effort turned in by D'Addio, who had a time of 2:32.21.
Kim was first in the 50, sprinting to a time of 24.82, and the 100 with a time of 54.97.
Parkes won the 100 butterfly in 1:00.60.
Bretan was tops in the 500 with a time of 5:40.71.
The 200 free relay of Alcaraz-Sim, Kim, Kayla Bretan and Alyssa Bretan was first in 1:48.28.
Parkes won the 100 backstroke in 1:07.40.
D'Addio won the 100 breaststroke race in 1:19.08.
Shelton's 400 free relay of Alyssa Bretan, D'Addio, Kayla Bretan and Parkes took second in 4:08.53.
Kayla Bretan is one of eight freshmen in the lineup.
The third-place 200 medley relay (2:15.98) includes two freshmen (Greta Parkes and Maranda Balcerzak) and two seniors (Emma Turchuk and Tania Montano).
"I think we did really well for the first meet. We tried to pump each other up," said Kim, one of Shelton's captains.
"We definitely had some surprising, really good swims. I'm really excited to see what they'll do in future meets," said Emma Parkes, another captain, referring to the new team members.
"It was nice to see them do well today," Kim added.
Jurzynski noted that the team has some tough upcoming meets, beginning with the Friday, Sept 15, 4 p.m. visit to Sacred Heart Academy at Albertus Magnus College.


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When Phil and Carlyle visited last month I took lots of photos with my camera – and Phil took lots of photos with my camera. I have just had a chance to look at them and what a joy to reflect on our days together. There isn't a gift you can buy that can equal being together. At any rate here's a few.
|Got to have a stool to wash your hands
|Napping on the couch
|Off to shop with travel monkey
|Mommy I want a bunny
|Grandma playing with the marching band
|Just relaxing
|A sample of Phil's photography


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It's better, ultimately, to face your fears. Perhaps you've been injured at work but are reluctant to pursue a workers' compensation claim because you fear your employer may hold it against you. If you are facing that situation, keep in mind that the employer is not legally allowed to do that.
To be sure, sometimes employers violate the law and fire employees for exercising the right to obtain workers' compensation after an injury or illness suffered on the job. Keep in mind, however, that if that happens, an employee can fight back not only with a workers' comp claim, but with other legal actions as well.
Maryland workers can therefore take heart from a current case in Washington State. The case involves employees asserting their rights despite egregious employer misconduct.
Nine employees of a gun range became ill from lead poisoning after their employer made them sift through tons of soil contaminated with lead and other toxic substances. When the employees filed workers' compensation claims and reported safety concerns to government regulators, the employer fired them.
If the gun range owner thought the firings would end the matter, he was greatly mistaken. The employees have brought a lawsuit arguing that they were fired for retaliation for filing valid workers' compensation claims and brining legitimate concerns about safety to appropriate government authorities. The damages they are seeking go well beyond workers' compensation to include damages for retaliatory discharge under relevant labor laws.
According to the employees, the employer did not only expose them to toxic chemicals without proper training or protective gear. The employers also committed glaring falsehoods by claiming that public agencies such as OSHA had approved the lead remediation project at the gun range. No such approval had actually been given.
Source: "Fired for Getting Lead Poisoning, Nine Say," Courthouse News, June Williams, 2-14-13


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Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial (Maternity Cover)
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This will also include exposure to the wider legal team as well as the commercial team, and would appeal to an experienced commercial lawyer with around 6-12 PQE.
Other responsibilities will include managing and working with external lawyer on international projects and liaising with regulatory bodies to ensure the company's exciting new ventures are fully compliant with all relevant laws.
Strong experience of drafting, negotiating and advising on a range of commercial contracts, as well as a good understanding of GDPR and other regulation laws - including advertising and marketing - will be crucial for any candidate.
The role is based in Hertfordshire, a short commute from King's Cross.
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but you're so hot that I melted…
not much in Downtown news, but some exciting things insteand…
Early voting hours have been extended on Saturday – don't worry. This will end soon…
In Downtown news:
Progress Energy I progress
Halloween things: Tir Na Nog, 5 Star, Solas, Capital City Grocery, City Limits, Amra's
The new Comprehensive Plan will be out December 3
In Raleigh news:
Steam tunnels part 2
Check out the State surplus
Hansborough is out indefinitely (thanks Charlotte)
In local-ish news:
Jay-Z will be in NC tomorrow
Thanks Mom, for never doing this to me…
Landmines in Fayetteville!
A restaurant to honor Heath Ledger
In irrelevant news:
Cops and doughnuts – that's just too easy… (thanks Katie)
A new holiday! (thanks Charlie)
Perhaps no Jackson 5 reunion…
Yo Mammas Big Fat Booty Band is at Lincoln
Amos Lee is here on Saturday
Trees Across Raleigh is Saturday
Capital City Cheers Wine Festival is Saturday too
The City of Oaks Marathon is Sunday
Fun Stuff:
Fun dog pictures! And some Halloween ones too! (thanks Emily)
White people LOVE Halloween!
Award winning cakes!
You Can Vote However You Like... [youtube] (thanks Jim)
Secret castles!
Some Friday history
Today's Sign of the Impending Apocalypse:
Poor kid… (thanks Steve)
This wedding is not to be missed (thanks Katie)
Happy Halloween!!! Sorry for the delay – busy Friday morning! I hope everyone has a great night!!
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Philips Respironics ComfortLite 2 Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask With Headgear (Small, Medium and Large Pillows Only)
Top Review
"VERIFIED CPAP.COM CUSTOMERComfortLite 2 has served me well for several years. I appreciate the easy disconnect feature and ease in side sleeping when desired"
May 12, 2010
Product Overview
Manufactured by Philips Respironics.
Product Features
This package does not include the Simple Cushion that fits around the nose, nor does it include the Direct Seal Cushion. The ComfortLite 2 is available elsewhere on our site with combinations of all available cushions.
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- Mask
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is unique about the ComfortLite 2?
- ComfortLite 2 has a unique headgear system that minimizes facial contact and reduces pressure points. The Halo headgear only touches the face at the forehead, at the brow line. The strap goes around the circumference of the head, and does not sit on the cheeks.
- What interface options can I choose from if I purchase the ComfortLite 2?
- The three choices are the Pillows cushion, the Simple Cushion and the Direct Seal cushion.
- What interface options can I choose from if I purchase the ComfortLite 2?
- The three choices are the Pillows cushion, the Simple Cushion and the Direct Seal cushion.
- How do the Pillows Cushion work?
- The pillows cushion inserts slightly into the nostrils for a robust seal.
- How many Pillow Cushion sizes are there?
- There are 4 sizes: petite, small, medium and large. That is a broader size range than other pillows masks on the market; fitting a larger proportion of patients interested in using pillows.
- Is the headgear one-size-fits all?
- Yes.
- Do I have to buy three whole masks to try the different pillow sizes?
- No, the ComfortLite 2 has several 'combo packs' that include two types of cushions in one. Also, you can order all cushions separately if you'd like to try all three!
- Do the Pillows expand in the nostrils like some 'prongs' style cushions?
- No.
- How does ComfortLite 2 affect nostrils?
- One unique feature of these two cushions is that they include a metal band on the bottom side of them. The metal band is pliable and allows you to change the angle of the pillows or bulbs; a squeeze brings the bulbs closer together, helping you to direct the airflow to a more comfortable direction.
- Can the metal band on the Pillows and Direct Seal cushions be shaped for comfort?
- Yes, the band can also be used to spread the pillows apart, so you have the ability to find a comfortable angle for the airflow on a daily basis, as desired.
- How does the Halo headgear work?
- The Halo headgear has two soft, comfortable straps that extend from the center of the forehead and merging into a single, wide strap at the back of the head. It sits low at the neck. The 'halo' itself is a flexible oval shaped piece worn up the center of the head to just below the crown.
- What is the function of the Halo headgear?
- Most headgears are a means to attach and stabilize the mask to the face or nose. The Halo headgear sits low at the center of the forehead and has the Vertical and Angle adjusters suspended from it there. A Crown Swivel is at the upper end of the Halo.
- Why are there 6 eyelets to attach the four ends of the 2 front straps?
- You will always use the lowest of the eyelets for the lower strap. This is for stability. The upper strap can be attached in any of the 4 remaining eyelets – adjust for comfort.
- Does the ComfortLite 2 present problems to those with long, silky hair?
- Some Respironics ComfortLite 2 trial participants found good results when they wore the back strap underneath their hair.
- Does any of the headgear touch my face or cheeks?
- No, the headgear only touches the forehead. The cushions only touch either under the nose (Pillows and Direct Seal) or gently around the tip of the nose (Simple Cushion).
- How do you adjust the mask to properly fit it to avoid leaks?
- There are two key adjustments you can make regardless of the cushion option you choose. Once the headgear is in place, you use an Angle Adjuster and a Vertical Adjuster for optimizing fit.
- What do these adjusters do?
- The Angle Adjuster controls the tilt of the cushion to the face and the twist Vertical Adjuster helps position the cushions relative to the length of your face and nose.
- Can you explain the Angle Adjuster in more detail?
- If you have seen a picture of the ComfortLite 2, you will notice that the cushions connect to a tube. The tube is suspended from the center of the headgear where the Angle Adjuster is. By squeezing the blue tabs on each side of the Angle Adjuster, you are able to change the angle of the tube (and cushion) either closer to or away from the face.
- What does the Vertical Adjuster do?
- As you look at the mask picture, you'll see a circular blue knob at the top of the tube connected to the ComfortLite 2 cushion. By twisting the knob, you either extend or retract the length of the tube.
- Why is the Vertical Adjuster important?
- There are many varieties of faces in the population and we want to accommodate both short and longer faces by extending or shortening the length of the tube for proper cushion fit. Again, depending on the cushion you use, the Vertical adjustment will be slightly different for each.
- Are there any fine tuning adjustments available for the Simple cushion?
- Yes. The Simple Cushion sits on a ball joint fitting. The cushion rotates freely on the ball, allowing you to change the tilt of the nasal cushion to adjust for leaks or for optimal comfort.
- What is the function of this Halo headgear Crown Swivel at the top of the head?
- The swivel helps to manager your longer 6 foot hose with a 180 degree swivel which moves from one side to the other in an arch above your crown. The sleeve your hose attaches to swivels 360 degrees also.
- Why is the Crown Swivel attached to the Halo headgear?
- Respironics trials found that the short and long hose easily get wrapped up around the active sleeper if not anchored. Also, the anchored swivel helps to absorb the movement of the long hose as you move. Masks often lose their seal because the weight of the long hose tugs at the mask or cushion, which is prevented by the Crown Swivel design.
- Can I use the ComfortLite 2 headgear with other products?
- No, the unique headgear on the ComfortLite 2 can only be used with this product.
- Does this mask contain any latex?
- There is no Latex in any Respironics mask or their packaging.
- Does the ComfortLite 2 work for people who sleep on their sides?
- Yes, the ComfortLite 2 is designed to accommodate side sleeping by providing an assembly and interface that is centered over the nose and up the center of the head.
- Is it easy to take the ComfortLite 2 mask on and off?
- Yes, it is very easy. To take the ComfortLite 2 off, simply grasp the angular adjustment area and pull the mask forward then lift upward. This way, the mask can be placed on and taken off without changing any of the adjustments.
- What direction does the exhaled air of the ComfortLite 2 mask go?
- The exhalation feature of the ComfortLite 2 has been placed on the elbows of the Pillow, Simple Cushion and Direct Seal cushions using a series of small holes. When using ComfortLite 2, the exhaled air is diffused through these holes for a less-direct and quiet stream of air.
- There is air coming out of the elbow on the cushion – is this OK?
- Yes, this is air coming from the exhalation valve. This leak is intentional and removes CO2 from the mask. Never cover or attempt to block these holes. Your CPAP unit is designed to still provide your therapy pressure.
- Can I wear a chin strap with the ComfortLite 2?
- Yes, a chin strap can be worn underneath the ComfortLite 2 headgear.
- How should I clean the ComfortLite 2?
- Hand wash any Respironics mask using a mild dishwashing liquid, free of alcohol, bleach, conditioners or moisturizers. For optimal outcomes, clean the mask and cushion daily. Headgear and tubing should be cleaned at least once a week.
- When cleaning, can I take apart the cushions of the ComfortLite 2?
- The Simple Cushion can be separated from the exhalation (ball-and-socket) elbow for cleaning. The Pillows Direct Seal cushions are not designed to be disassembled from their cradle or housing.
- Are the Pillows two pieces or one?
- The ComfortLite 2 Pillows and Direct Seal cushions are single pieces. They both include an integrated exhalation port in their plastic housing.
- Do the three cushions options all work with the same headgear?
- Yes, all use the same un-intrusive Halo headgear and straps. You can switch from one style cushion to another in less than 5 seconds with just a simple twist and turn motion!
- When should someone pick a minimal contact mask like the ComfortLite 2?
- There are several reasons why someone might want to use a minimal contact mask like the ComfortLite 2. Some patients have trouble being compliant because of feelings of claustrophobia when wearing a mask, or they have skin sensitivities that are irritated by using larger masks on their face. Some seek improved visibility or are dissatisfied with aspects of their traditional nasal mask. Others just have a personal preference for less bulk on their face. The ComfortLite 2 helps meet all these needs.
- Which of the three cushion options is the better cushion for me?
- You are the only one who can make that determination. The goal of this CPAP mask is to give you three chances to find a cushion you will like and use.
- Once I have the correct angle for one cushion, will it be the same for all?
- You will have slightly different angular adjustments when using the Simple Cushion vs. the Pillows or Direct Seal cushions.
- Are there tuning options for the Pillows or Direct Seal cushion?
- Yes, there are small metal band on the underside of those cushions which allow you to adjust the distance between the pillows or bulbs to optimize your comfort and seal.
- How can I compare different machines?
- We work very hard to provide many different ways for our customers to compare products. Here are the machine product guides we have created and maintain:
- CPAP Machine Comparison Guide. This guide stacks up every CPAP machine we sell, feature by feature. If you don't know the meaning of a feature, click the question mark for a definition. The links below will take you to the most popular CPAPs, or all CPAP machines we sell.
Compare Most Popular CPAP Machines
Compare All CPAP Machines
- Auto Adjusting Machine (APAP) Comparison Guide. This guide stacks up every APAP machine we sell, feature by feature. If you don't know the meaning of a feature, click the question mark for a definition. The links below will take you to the most popular APAPs, or all APAP machines we sell.
Compare Most Popular APAP Machines
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- BiPAP, VPAP and BiLevel Comparison Guide. This guide stacks up every BiPAP machine we sell, feature by feature. If you don't know the meaning of a feature, click the question mark for a definition. The links below will take you to the most popular BiPAPs, or all BiPAP machines we sell.
Compare Most Popular BiPAP Machines
Compare All BiPAP Machines
- CPAP Machine Comparison Guide. This guide stacks up every CPAP machine we sell, feature by feature. If you don't know the meaning of a feature, click the question mark for a definition. The links below will take you to the most popular CPAPs, or all CPAP machines we sell.
- Do you have a guide to help me choose the right mask?
- Yes, we created a Help Me Choose guide to help you select the right mask or machine according to your preferences. The guide asks you a series of questions regarding your preferences and your facial features. Based on your answers we provide you with a comparison chart of the masks that meet your criteria. Get started here:
Help Me Choose - Mask
- Which CPAP masks work on which machines?
Any mask will work with any machine, with one important exception. The ResMed AirMini is only compatible with certain ResMed CPAP masks. Compatible masks for the AirMini are as follows:
- ResMed AirFit™ N20 Nasal Mask
- ResMed AirFit™ F20 Full Face
- ResMed AirTouch™ F20 Full Face
- ResMed AirFit™ P10 Nasal Pillow
When considering another CPAP, APAP or BiPAP machine from ResMed or any other manufacturer, mask compatibility extends to all brands. The AirMini uses non-standard tubing to connect the machine to the mask, and is the primary reason why other masks won't work with the AirMini. Despite this issue, many of our customers consider the AirMini to be an excellent machine.
- Are prescriptions required for mask, machine, humidifier, and EPAP purchases?
Yes. Federal law requires we have a valid prescription on file before we ship your mask, machine, humidifier, or EPAP therapy, including Provent and Bongo RX. You will also need a prescription to purchase the Nightbalance POSA device.
We provide many easy ways to get your prescription:
- We can request your prescription for you! When you checkout, just let us know you would like us to request your prescription, or you can log into your account to have us request your prescription.
- Fax your prescription to our toll-free fax number: 866.353.2727, or our international fax number: 713.541.7377
- Email your prescription to email@example.com
- Upload your prescription in your account, under the Prescriptions Section
- Ask your doctor to fill out our prescription form. We have both a standard prescription form and an EPAP prescription form.
For more information on prescriptions, please see our Prescription Section of the Learning Center.
- What are the CPAP, BiPAP, Sleep Apnea, and Oxygen related HCPCS, CPT or billing codes?
- A7034 is Nasal Mask
- A7034 is Nasal Pillow Mask
- A7030 is Full Face Mask
- A7027 is Hybrid Mask
- A7044 is Oral Interface Mask (Oracle)
- A7035 is Headgear for Mask - Any Style
- A7036 is Chinstrap - Any Style
- A7032 is Replacement Nasal Mask Cushion
- A7033 is Replacement Nasal pillows
- A7031 is Replacement Full Face Mask Cushion
- A7028 is Replacement Hybrid Mask Cushion
- A7029 is Replacement Hybrid Mask Nasal Pillow
- A7046 is Replacement Humidifier Chamber
- A7037 is Tubing / Hose - Long & Short Tubes
- A4604 is Heated Tubing
- A7038 is Disposable Filter (White / Paper)
- A7039 is Washable Filter (Gross Particle / Foam/ Black)
- E0601 NU is CPAP Purchase
- E0601 NU is APAP Purchase
- E0470 NU is BiPAP Purchase
- E0470 NU is BiPAP Auto Purchase
- E0471 NU is BiPAP ST Purchase
- E0471 NU is BiPAP Auto SV Purchase
- E0562 NU is Heated CPAP Humidifier
- E0561 NU is Passover or Cool CPAP Humidifier
- E0601 RR is CPAP Rental
- E0601 NU is APAP Rental
- E0470 RR is BiPAP Rental
- E0470 RR is BiPAP Auto Rental
- E0471 RR is BiPAP ST Rental
- E0471 RR is BiPAP Auto SV Rental
- E1356 is Oxygen Concentrator Battery
- E1357 is Oxygen Concentrator Battery Charger
- E1358 is Oxygen Concentrator DC Cable
- E1390 is Portable Oxygen Concentrator
E1399 is Miscellaneous and is used for other CPAP and Oxygen items.
- How often should I replace my mask?
- Medicare allows for mask cushion replacement every three (3) months, and a complete mask system replacement every six (6) months. CPAP manufacturers and vendors suggest these replacement schedules as well.
In our experience, most mask cushions begin to deteriorate after about six months of use. The cushion eventually becomes too soft to hold a seal. The headgear straps lose elasticity and must be tightened more and more to get the same quality seal.
We strongly suggest replacing cushions and pillows as soon as they start to soften. Air leaks may reduce the effectiveness of CPAP therapy and headgear that is too tight may cause facial sores at pressure points. In most cases, replacement headgear is available if it is stretched out or the Velcro worn out.
To see what parts of your mask are replaceable refer to our Replacement Part Finder. Just search for your mask to see all of the replaceable parts.
- How do I care for my mask?
Masks should be washed daily with warm water and gentle soap or baby shampoo. Let the mask air dry. Never use antibacterial soap as it will break down the silicone of the mask cushion. Avoid soaps that include lotion which can coat the mask and cause it to lose its seal. A safe cleaner is the Control III Disinfectant CPAP Cleaning Solution. Remember, going to bed with a clean face will improve your seal and protect the lifespan of your mask.
The best time to clean your mask is in the morning after use. This removes the oils left behind from your skin which can reduce the lifespan of your mask. We recommend using Mask Wipes to make daily morning cleaning easy. The mask wipes are made from materials that will not break down your mask.
For customers who want to completely disinfect their mask and accessories, there's an even better option than wipes. The Lumin Mask and Accessories Cleaner uses powerful UV light to disinfect, killing almost all bacteria almost instantly. It's not a cleaner and doesn't scrub or wash anything, but for simple disinfecting the Lumin works great!
Here are some other cleaning products to help with keeping your mask fresh:
Citrus II CPAP Mask Spray Cleaner
Control III Disinfectant CPAP Cleaning Solution - Home Care Kit
Hurricane CPAP Equipment Dryer
- What does a mask prescription need to say?
- A mask prescription must contain all of the following information:
- One of the following words or phrases: "CPAP Mask", "CPAP Supplies", "CPAP Humidifier", "CPAP", "Continuous Positive Airway Pressure", "APAP", "AutoPAP", "AutoSet", "Auto CPAP", "Auto Adjusting CPAP", "Self Adjusting CPAP", "BiPAP", "BiLevel", "VPAP", "BiPAP Auto", "BiPAP ST", "Synchrony ST", "VPAP ST"
- Your physician's contact information
- Your physician's signature
- The patient's full name
Here are some of our top selling masks:
DreamWear Nasal CPAP Mask with Headgear - Fit Pack
ComfortGel Blue Full Face CPAP Mask with Headgear
AirFit™ P10 Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Headgear
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- Why might I prefer a nasal pillow mask?
Nasal pillow delivery systems offer less contact with the face than either full face or traditional nasal masks. This system works well for those who tend to feel closed in or claustrophobic. Many nasal pillow systems have nothing that cross in front of the bridge of the nose allowing for a clear line of sight for reading or watching TV.
It can be easier to achieve a seal with this system, because there is less for you to adjust and less surface area to create and hold a seal.
Nasal pillow systems may work well for someone with a mustache or beard as the seal occurs only at the nares or nasal opening.
Someone who has a facial mole or scar near or around the nose, may find getting a seal with a traditional nasal mask difficult. Nasal pillows are an option in this circumstance.
Most nasal pillow masks also come with all sizes included to make finding the right size easier.
Here are some of our top selling Nasal Pillow Masks:
Swift™ FX Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Headgear
AirFit P10 Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Headgear
TAP PAP Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask with Improved Stability Mouthpiece


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Weekly drop-in classes in the Carmelita Centre Vauxhall Mondays at 6.30pm. Please check the website for more details.
The class lasts for 1 ½ hours and includes some deep relaxation at the end.
Cost is £10 drop-in. FREE for residents of the local estate VGERTA (part of the Vauxhall Gardens Estate Residents Tenants Association).


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What is blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that enhances the appearance of the eyelids. The upper and/or lower lids can be operated on. The upper lids often have excess saggy skin that can rest on the eyelashes and at times can interfere with vision. The lower lids can have excess skin and wrinkles. Both the upper and lower lids can show bulges that are related to weakness of a structure called the orbital septum that causes segments of fat to push forward and be visible under the skin.
If the only issue is some bulging of the lower lids, surgery can be done with the incision on the inside of the lid, so no external incision is needed.
If the only issue is a need to remove some of the upper eyelid skin, that procedure can be done in the office with light sedation under local anesthesia. More complex procedures are usually done in the operating room either under sedation of if other procedures are being done at the same time (such as a facelift), a general anesthetic is used.
Will eyelid surgery rid me of my eye wrinkles?
Blepharoplasty will often tighten the skin lessening the appearance of wrinkles. The fine lines etched in the skin will not be completely gone. There are other procedures available to help minimize the fine lines of the eyelids such as Ultherapy (an Ultrasound procedure to tone and tighten the skin, skin care products, chemical peels and laser treatment.
What should I expect postoperatively?
Immediately after blepharoplasty I have my patients place small pieces of gauze soaked in ice water on the lids for comfort and to minimize swelling and bruising. Discomfort after eyelid surgery is usually minimal. Home care usually involves cleaning of the incisions with Hydrogen Peroxide and application of a small amount of antibiotic ointment (I prefer Bacitracin) twice daily. If removable sutures are used (that depends on the exact procedure being done), they are removed on the fifth post operative day. Bruising and swelling are most often resolved by 7-10 days after surgery.
When will I be able to see the final results?
Some of the improvement is seen immediately. Some will take a little bit of time for the swelling to resolve. You should have a good idea of the results after about two weeks, but additional improvement occurs over the first three to four months.
Traditional Blepharoplasty VS. Laser Blepharoplasty for Eye Bags?
Laser can be used to make surgical incisions in the eyelids but final results are no different than if the incision is done with a fine scalpel. There are laser treatments used for the fine lines around the lower lids and the area around the eyes, but this is not a true blepharoplasty and will not remove excess skin or help with excess bulging fat.
Eyelid procedures are tailored to the individual patient. Some patients have just a small amount of excess upper eyelid skin and can get great improvement with a minor procedure. Some have a large amount of sagging skin, and bulging fat that would require a more complex procedure for optimal results.


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The Beatles tribute band 1964 will perform at Northside High School�s auditorium later this month. General seating tickets to the show, which will be held on Saturday,July 27 at 7:30 p.m. are $50 (balcony tickets are $40) and the proceeds will go to the Kiwanis Club of Onslow County�s Underprivileged Children�s Fund.
For more information or tickets, call 910-346-1771 or 910-340-5328.


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Unfortunately the Council of Chiropractic Education (CCE) has again tried to remove the terms "subluxation" and "without the use of drugs and surgery" from its educational guidelines for the purpose of allowing the merging of the chiropractic and medical profession into one. More information is http://researchupdate.mccoypress.net/ You can find links there to do your part in securing chiropractic's future. My letter to the USDE:
To Whom it may concern,
I am writing to file a complaint with the US Dept. of Education against the Council of Chiropractic Education (CCE).
I am a licensed, practicing doctor of chiropractic and graduate of Sherman College of Chiropractic. After reviewing the proposed changes to the CCE guidelines I am appalled. The foundation of my practice, and the practice of tens of thousands of other chiropractors, is the correction of vertebral subluxation and we achieve that goal without drugs or surgery.
The proposed CCE guidelines are an attempt to merge the chiropractic profession with the medical profession. The proposed guidelines remove the terms "subluxation" and "without the use of drugs and surgery" from the educational requirements of chiropractic colleges. These guidelines would destroy the world's largest drug-free healing profession. They seem to have been written for another profession that is rooted in medical therapeutic care with no regard for the separate and distinct profession of chiropractic.
I have personally witnessed several chiropractors attempt to practice with no distinction between chiropractic and medicine. One is currently selling jewelry at renaissance fairs as her primary source of income and is no longer practicing chiropractic in any form. She was trained at a school that de-emphasizes subluxation and encourages therapeutic modalities.
Furthermore, the CCE is not representative of our profession. The mission of CCE includes "serving as a unifying force in the chiropractic profession" but is indeed attempting to eliminate the core principles of our profession.
These proposed changes are a slippery slope to the destruction of the unique service that chiropractors provide to tens of millions of individuals in the United States. I strongly encourage to US Dept. of Education to disallow these destructive changes.
Thanks you,
Jonathan D. Holloway, D.C.
Licensed Chiropractor in Easley, SC.


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Welp, I devoured Queen of Air and Darkness. A 900 page book. Actually, I read it in around 6 hours. Can someone do the math and tell me how many pages that is an hour?
Okay, I read Queen of Air and Darkness super fast and it was complicated and amazing. Some people wrote reviews the VERY day of QOAAD's publication and I saw video review reviews published within ONE DAY of publication. HOW are people able to review a massive book so fast? (OK, I know people ask me how some of us are able to read that fast. But reading and reviewing???? SO fast??? That fast??)
Anyway, it's been a week, a little over a week, since I read Cassie Clare's masterpiece, and I'm finally ready to attempt a review!
Since this is very hard to figure out how to write, I'm going to attempt to narrow this review down to some simple points – plot, relationships, and maybe spoilers??? Okay, actually lots of Spoilers.
So Much Plot!
All of Cassie Clare's books are plot heavy. But the entire Dark Artifices series took plot to a whole other level. Everything tied together with every other Shadowhunter book – from the original Mortal Instruments and the Infernal Devices, to all the Ghosts of the Shadowmarket books.
Which, by the way, I haven't read the Ghosts of the Shadowmarket books. I want to do so soon!
Can I talk about this without spoilers? Um, probably not. So, let's just say the rest of this review will be spoilery.
Several plot points i want to highlight. I mean, the book was 900 pages long. Hard to only pick a couple of points.
Ash Morgenstern … or does he have a different last name??? Idk
I actually saw several conspiracy claims that the strange faerie boy from Lord of Shadows was Sebastian Morgenstern's son. It sounded plausible, but i was slightly skeptical.
The faerie queen couldn't really fall that hard for Sebastian? But she did, apparently. But fun things! Ash is not in the Seelie Court because no one loves drama more than the Unseelie King.
Also, I'm terrible, absolutely terrible at connecting theories together. So, yeah, I was skeptical of the theories. Some of them were right, coooooool! Much smarter people then me, apparently. But, I'm still very cynical of believing conspiracy plots in potential future books.
Faerie Drama. Lots of drama. Thousands of years of drama.
"Prince Oban. His revels are famous for their duration and their debauchery." He frowned as a group of naked acrobats hooted from a nearby tree. "He makes Magnus Bane look like a prudish nun."
Mark looked as if he'd just heard that there was an alternate sun that was nine million times hotter than the Earth's sun. "You never mentioned Oban."
"He embarrasses me," said Kieran."
I absolutely loved all the scenes in Faerie. Kieran's family is all so different, his very wicked brother, his kind brother, and of course the Unseelie King. Okay, did Oban remind anyone else of Loki???
And gasp, the Unseelie King and Seelie Queen were married once???? And had a daughter??? Who ran away to the human world??? What? And is related to the Herondales? Everything ties back to the Herondales, I guess?
Well, I was kind of happy with everything that actually went down in the Unseelie Court. The wicked king (yep, that's a Cruel Prince reference) is finally out of the way, and Kieran makes a fantastic king.
I don't trust the Seelie Queen and there's going to be some interesting things happening in the future.
Also, Kit is the real heir? maybe that will REALLY matter in future books???
Thule. Other worlds.
So cool. Really complicated and it could be potentially problematic. But still so cool???
Honestly, I had lots and lots of fun reading through the Thule sections. The double Sebastian and Jace were so weirdly fascinating. And all the truth about how important Clary is??? Yes!!! That was AMAZING and shut down all the jerks who diss on YA female protagonists.
Um, the actual truth behind the Parabatai Curse
"Parabatai. A cruel sort of bond, he thought, that made one person out of two people, and left such devastation when half was gone."
Okay, I love Emma and Julian. But we're not talking about relationships yet. Let's just talk about Parabatai. What a surprise???
But really, the whole Parabatai turning into gigantic fiery angelic nephilim was really, really weird. And i think it should be VERY emphasized that the only way to become human again was the great love Julian had for his siblings. Family brought him back down to earth. But somehow no one was talking about that??? I just don't get this too much.
And if random parabatai pairs can turn into fiery giant angels, wouldn't the fairies and Downworlders have legends abut this? I guess the Seelie Queen knew but was hiding this fact?
I'm sure Cassie Clare has mapped out what this Parabatai Curse means for the Shadowhunter world, but right now, it just feels messy. And very weird.
The Cohort being Royally Racist
"Horace reminded him of politicians shouting on TV, red-faced men who always seemed angry and always wanted you to know there was something you needed to be afraid of."
There are few people in books that I hate more than the Cohort. Zara reminds me of Delores Umbridge and all my nightmares about spiders rolled into one detestable human being. Maybe that's being unfair spiders but I am absolutely terrified of spiders, so sorry Charlotte's Web.
And I know that Zara is not the only member of the Cohort but this gal is definitely the face of the Cohort. So, she and her dad get all the hate.
As an American, the Cohort and Horace Dearborn reminds me of a certain American political leader. And the Downworlders Registry made me SO MAD. I wanted to crawl through the page and punch Zara's teeth out.
But HUGE APPLAUSE to Helene and Aline for a creative get around to actually not registering innocent people. Also, I love Helene and Aline.
War or Just a Battle? I'm Not Sure
Was that an actual war between the Cohort and Faeries and Shadowhunters? Is one giant battle a war? I don't know because I don't make up war definitions.
But it was cool and then Julian and Emma turned into giant Angelic fire beings. And Kit was super powerful. And the Cohort lost. Kind of.
Then the Cohort took Idris, and I wanted to shred the book because I was SO MAD. Why didn't Emma stab Zara right through the heart??? WHY, WHY, WHY is Zara still alive?
Me, to Zara & every other Cohort member
Potential Bad Things Happening
This book definitely ends with some major unsolved threads. Thule and alternate Jace. The very shady Seelie Queen and her wicked plans to destroy all the Shadowhunters. The Cohort and their control of Idris.
I mean, yes, things were resolved for the Blackthorns. But the Cohort + Seelie Queen are planning on causing lots of problems.
Now for, Relationships!
Julian and Emma
"As long as you exist and I exist, I will love you."
Obviously, this entire series has revolved around Julian and Emma. These two are tied together by fate itself. I think through this book, they grew so much.
I mean, Julian tried to shut down his emotions, and that ended up disastrously hurting Emma. And I was so proud of Emma for standing up to him and putting slightly psychopathic non-emotional Julian in his place.
And then of course, they traveled to Thule and Julian realized how he NEEDED his emotions. As someone who grew through Reactive Attachment Disorder (a mental health condition where you literally have no emotions due to childhood trauma) I felt so deeply for Julian in his emotionless prison. I have been in that prison and it is deeply isolating.
"You might be in the cage, Jules, but as long as you are like this, I am in the cage with you."
Then when the Parabatai Bond is over they can be together, yay! And i was fine with that, yeah. And Julian and Emma sure do love their PDA, just saying.
Kit, Ty and Dru
"Kit felt a rush of tenderness toward Ty, mixed with near-panic. In other circumstances, he thought, he would just have lied. But he couldn't lie to Ty."
I'm going to talk about grief later in today's review, but I will say this now – Kit, Ty and Dru's story in this book was heart-moving.
First, Kit and Ty are adorable. I love both of them, and I understand the decisions they each make. Ty desperately working to resurrect his sister, and Kit helping because his cares so deeply for Ty. Then, unable to change Ty's mind, even after telling him how much he loved him. Kit was so hurt, and I was hurt for Ty AND Kit.
I want things to be right with Kit and Ty. Of course, things aren't right now. Will they ever be right? Will we ever know?
I also deeply respected and loved the way Kit interacted with Dru. Kit just gets along with people and understands and wants to help. And Dru has gone through so much, please just let someone watch horror movies with her.
Kieran, Mark and Christina
OH!!!! I LOVE THESE THREE SO MUCH!!! They are everything. I know this series is kind of hinged on Julian and Emma, but I love Christina, Mark and Kieran.
Christina is just so wise and feels so deeply, and is the best friend ever. She's brave and doesn't care what anyone thinks.
My Fav Moments
"You can't fix grief," said Simon. "A rabbi told me that when my father died. The only thing that fixes grief is time, and the love of the people who care about you."
"I wouldn't know," said Kit. "My father was eaten by demons."
When your twin leaves the earth you live on, it never turns the same way again: the weight of their soul is gone, and everything is off balance. The world rocks under your feet like an unquiet sea. I can't tell you it gets easier. But it does get steadier; you learn how to live with the new rocking of the new earth, the way sailors gain sea legs. You learn. I promise."
Also, one of my favorite moments in the entire book, is when Simon gives Julian the Dungeons and Dragons iron toy. It's a very, nerdy, roll your eyes kind of moment. AND THEN JULIAN USES AN IRON TOY TO DISARM A FAERIE WARRIOR.
Have you read Queen of Air and Darkness? What did you think? Were there any moments that made you cry? Or laugh? (I'm still laughing at Simon & his D&D iron toy)
Isn't the Chain of Gold cover stunning?


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. . . opens with the following abstract:
All fields of the standard model and gravity are unified as an E8 principal bundle connection. A non-compact real form of the E8 Lie algebra has G2 and F4 subalgebras which break down to strong su(3), electroweak su(2) x u(1), gravitational so(3,1), the frame-Higgs, and three generations of fermions related by triality. The interactions and dynamics of these 1-form and Grassmann valued parts of an E8 superconnection are described by the curvature and action over a four dimensional base manifold.
I much prefer his introduction:
We exist in a universe described by mathematics. But which math? Although it is interesting to consider that the universe may be the physical instantiation of all mathematics, there is a classic principle for restricting the possibilities: The mathematics of the universe should be beautiful. A successful description of nature should be a concise, elegant, unified mathematical structure consistent with experience.
When you are ready to marvel one man's take on the beautiful mathematics of creation, go read the full paper. Or perhaps you might enjoy reading about the multi-dimensional object that inspired it first, your call.
Or perhaps you might wish to read about the so-called "surfer dude" who wrote this gangbuster paper.
In any event, bring booze. It's a long, complicated ride. When you're done, you'll appreciate (as one commentator in the above article did) that 'the universe (E8) is a doily. Does this theory explain where the missing 98% of the universe is hiding?'
The answer is, of course, mu.
UPDATE - Ready for some fun? Read an article by an angry Czech in which he opens an n-dimensional can of whoop-ass hatin' on our (newly) beloved Surfer DudeTM and other untermenschen.
An example:
The author is not constrained by any old "conventions" and simply adds Grassmann fields together with ordinary numbers i.e. bosons with fermions, one-forms with spinors and scalars. He is just so skillful that he can add up not only apples and oranges but also fields of all kinds you could ever think of. Every high school senior excited about physics should be able to see that the paper is just pure junk. I understood these things when I was 14.
Boom! Take that, Surfer Dude!
Of course, I am unequipped to assess either the quality of the original paper or the rebuttal cited above. So I asked my best friend, a physicist at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, who definitely is.
"So, what do you think of this paper?"
"It calls out specific particles that we can go look for, and it's generating interest among non-scientists."
Then he started talking about guys named Heisenberg and Planck and dark energy, at which point the barking in my head started and I just smiled.
I can confirm that there is an awful lot of interest on this topic. Even my own humble article on the topic has been heavily viewed. And a scan of the comments below will also show a note referencing a website dedicated to promoting the Lisi paper.
Inevitably we'll all be looking for the number 42 to show up; if it does, we'll need to check to see if Douglas Adams is rotating rapidly on his horizontal axis.
And a confession - after originally coming out as a non-fan of Luboš Motl, I have to admit I've gained a new respect for a) the blistering rate at which he posts and b) the eclectic nature of his writing.


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Policy and Planning is a section that oversees the overall strategic planning and policy formulations and reviews related to the socioeconomic development of the Indian community. The section provides input to relevant stakeholders about the direction of MITRA with regard to initiatives, projects and programmes undertaken by the unit as a whole.
Strategic Planning
Policy Planning
Research & Development
Audits and compliances
Central liaison party
- Lead research that is accurate, relevant and comprehensive to for the development of MITRA's activities/programmes.
- Ensure government policies related to socio-economic development of Indian community are inclusive through cooperation and input from the relevant sectors.
- Ensure Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for the four main pillars (Education & Training, Economy & Career, Social Wellbeing and Identity & Inclusiveness) are delivered and achieved.
- Promote MITRA as a one-stop centre for the Malaysian Indian community
- Ensure all complaints and pressing feedbacks are resolved within the stipulated timeframe.


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Known for its superfluity of ancient ruins, painted villages, sunny beaches, tasty cookery and friendly atmosphere, it's no marvel that Greece ranks among Europe's prime travel destinations. Greece is formed of a mountainous land and many islands wherever every one offers its own share of gorgeous landscapes, historic sites, nightlife scenes and cultural delights. The summary of the nice places to go to in Greece:
1-Cape Sounion
Situated at the south tip of the Attica territorial dominion, Cape Sounion is best referred to as the location of the ruins of the traditional Greek temple of Poseidon, the god of the ocean. The remains are alert on the foreland, enclosed on 3 sides by the ocean. The location may be a widespread day-excursion for tourists from Athens, with sunset over the Aegean Sea, as viewed from the ruins, a sought-after spectacle.
Thessaloniki is Greece's second-largest town and therefore the capital town of the Macedonian region of Northern Greece. Spirited festivals, social events and a buzzing nightlife create this town the cultural capital of Greece. Comprised of a historic middle and industrial commercial district, Thessaloniki offers each old and new attractions from its Byzantine walls, White Tower and Turkish baths to colorful food markets, museums and art galleries. Thessaloniki's nightlife is unmatched. From little tavern as to nightclubs and alternative diversion of entertainment venues, Thessaloniki offers it all.
Zagori may be a region of nice natural beauty, with attraction geology and two national parks, in northwestern Greece. It's dense forests and rugged mountains are furrowed by powerful rivers and dotted with ancient villages, several that includes grand stone homes geological dating from the late eighteenth century. the great way to fancy the world is by hiking the many methods connecting the villages. the foremost accessible and rewarding target is that the howling Víkos Gorge.
Halkidiki may be a trident-like firma close to the town of Thessaloniki, sporting glorious beaches. The three separate peninsulas are often roughly summarized as follows: Kassandra has the nightlife, Sithonia has the beaches and dominion has the monks. Being connected to Thessaloniki, Kassandra is more built-up, when the quiet Sithonia has campgrounds, hidden coves and clear waters. Each of popular Greek and Eastern European tourists. A lot of the east terra firma belongs to the Mount Athos monastic community. It's accessible by boat and receptive male pilgrims only.
5- Peloponnese
Shaped very similar to an oversized leaf, Peloponnesian Peninsula was historically named as Morea, which implies mulberry leaf. Situated within the south region of each Europe and Greece, Peloponnesian Peninsula may be a wide firma connected to the dry land by the Rio-Antirrio bridge. Interspersed with Attic Greece temples, Venetian fortresses, Byzantine churches and metropolis palaces, Peloponnesian Peninsula echoes the traditional cultures and events from its in depth history. Among these ancient ruins is Olympia, wherever the primary Olympic Games were hosted in honor of Zeus.
6- Delphi
Second to the Acropolis in Athens, Delphi is Greece's much famous archaeological nation. Situated regarding two and half hours from Athens on the slopes of the awing-inspiring, Mount Parnassus was once revered by the traditional Greeks because the center of the world. Dedicated to the god, Apollo, Delphi was a vital oracle. In past time, folks would come back to the current sacred spot to inquire of the priest for recommendation on a large vary of topics from farming to relationships and politics. Important ruins and structures at Delphi embrace the Temple of Phoebus, the Athenian Treasury, the podium and bowl that when hosted events of the traditional Pythian Games.
The Greek word meteora means that "suspended within the air," and this phrase competently describes the spectacular cliffs that rise quite 1,200 feet (366 meters) into the air high the villages of Kalambaka and Kastraki within the north central dry land of Greece. What makes these cliffs even additional ennobling are the historic monasteries alert on the summits. Geological dating back to the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries, the monasteries at Meteora were designed by monks seeking non secular isolation and freedom from spiritual maltreatment.
The largest of the Greek islands, Crete may be a spacious land of pleasing contrasts wherever landscapes vary from gorgeous outline to rugged mountains and rolling rural area dotted with olive trees. Active metropolitan cities unfold on the far side to quiet villages targeted around out of doors low retailers. Steeped in history, Crete still bears archaeological traces of the numerous civilizations that occupied it down through the centuries.
Inhabited for quite than 3,000 years, Athens is wide referred to as the cradle of Western civilization also the birthplace of democracy. The town presents a confusing mix of historical and fashionable options. Athens known as for its archaeological ruins and monuments like the famous citadel, the Parthenon, the traditional Agora and therefore the Theatre of Dionysos just like a name a few. However, Athens isn't regarding ancient ruins. This active town is additionally a vital center for business, culture and nightlife.
10-Greek Islands
The beautiful and exotic Greek islands lure droves of tourists each year, creating them one in all the world's prime travel destinations. With quite 2,000 islands to settle on from they'll at the start be perplexed by their variety and selection. From beautiful beaches, ancient ruins, colorful harbors and active volcanoes the Greek islands have it all.
Part of the Cyclades cluster, Santorini is among the foremost picturesque islands and undoubtedly one in all the great places to go to in Greece. Additionally a part of the Cyclades, Mykonos options a contemporary, cosmopolitan society merging with ancient painted homes and maze-like streets. Situated within the Aegean close to the coast of Turkey, Rhodes is that the capital and largest island of the Aegean island earth, widespread for its nice beaches and historical significance. Thenorthmost of Greece's Hellene Islands, Corfu was controlled by several foreign powers, notably the Venetians and British that is mirrored in its culture and therefore the design on the island.


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Do not give used clothes and second-hand goods to the less fortunate, Rainbow of Life Forces (ROLF), a non-governmental organisation (NGO) in aid of underprivileged children said.
The NGO aims to educate the public on how to contribute more consciously to those in need during The 6th Gold Ribbon Campaign-Grant-A-Wish on Universal Children's Day 2014.
Its founder, Adelyn Lim, said Malaysians were very charitable but many gave items and monetary contributions without identifying specific needs of the communities that they were donating to.
"There are complexities in contributing. Once, we received dozens of packets of groundnuts as a contribution to handicapped children.
"Being disabled, the children were unable to shell the nuts or eat them without getting choked, which resulted in the entire contribution going to waste." she said.
She added that some contributors sent in used and torn clothing and reading material with missing pages, not knowing that such items were not useful for schooling children at orphanages.
"Through this campaign, we are able to reach out to each child's specific needs more effectively by listing out the wishes of each child, whether it is a new school uniform or a new pair of shoes to guide, the public in fulfilling them accordingly.
"Instead of the fully funded and common orphanages, we have carefully identified the ones that have been neglected or are not notable," she said, adding that the programme this year would help a total of 184 children from nine orphanages across the Klang Valley and Pahang.
Among the orphanages involved this year are Ralpha Children's Home, Rumah Amal Hembusan Kasih, Persatuan Kebajikan Sri Eden Selangor Dan Kuala Lumpur, Persatuan Kebajikan Warga Tua Dan Kanak-Kanak Yatim Wilayah Perseketuan, Rumah Nur Hikmah, Rainbow Home, Rumah Shalom, Pertubuhan Kebajikan Yesuvin Mahligai and Rumah Kasih Nurul Hasanah.
Lim said the Gold Ribbon Campaign, which had been successfully running for five years, would also be extending its support internationally to 416 underprivileged children of Nunupa Primary School in Male-Ubu, Indonesia and Drikung Kagyu Institute in Dehradun, India.
With a grand total of 600 children to support, ROLF invites the public to donate items not exceeding the worth of RM300, as listed out on their website.
"Items on the wishlist range from a new watch and football jersey to the most basic necessity of school stationeries and haircare products.
"When I visited Yesuvin Mahligai orphanage, a 14-year-old girl told me all she wanted was her own bottle of Sunsilk hair shampoo as she wanted to have silky hair like the models in the TV advertisements and that she had to share a common brand shampoo with 22 other children," she said, adding that children between the age of three and 21 did not necessarily have grand wishes.
Lim said guiding the public to help fulfil a child's wish went a long way.
"The first step for all donors is to complete and submit the online form on ROLF's website with details on which child's wish the donor chooses to grant.
"We will then contact each donor to confirm their contribution. If there are overlapping donations, we will advise the donor to choose another wish to grant. This is to ensure that every child has their wish fulfilled and that there is no wastage in resources," said Lim.
"Many donors who meet the child whose wish they are granting, end up making regular visits to the orphanage to help further. Donors say its because they feel more connected to the child after getting to know their desires and dreams," she added.
This year's sports day will host 184 children from the orphanages, with the assistance of local artistes, members of the Celebrities Sports Club Singapore and 150 students from local universities such as INTI International University, HELP University College and Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman participating in the programmes.
Leading ROLF's charity campaigns over the past seven years, superbike riding communities Biking Malaysia, Moto Aid and The Fraternity Riders show that even the toughest figures have a soft side.
The ROLF Riders, featuring a convoy of 300 riders who gather every year to ride to the orphanages to spend their time with the children.
"People often assume that bikers are an unruly bunch, but we do have a heart.
"Besides taking the kids for a ride on our bikes, we also play with them during telematches. Even if only for one day, it seems as though we are able to make them forget their plight," said Moto Aid Services (M) Sdn Bhd director Clifford Richards.
Richards invites riders and biking enthusiasts to join the convoy.
"There will be trained a marshall team patrolling with the convoy and Moto Aid will assist riders with repairs if necessary, during the ride," he said.
ROLF: THE 6th Gold Ribbon Campaign - Grant-A-Wish on Universal Children's Day welcomes the public to grant a wish and contribute by visiting www.rolfcommunity.org from now until Nov 3.
Donors are welcome to the gift handover ceremony at the 2nd ROLF Sports Day at 8am on Nov 16 in Stadium INSPEN, Kajang.
Bikers who would like to join the charity ride convoy, can call 016-377 8163 (Clifford). For details on the campaign, call 03-62503999 or 019-272 0999.