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Through the first seven installments of our project series, we've covered project planning, chassis and suspension, engine, drivetrain and brakes, installing C5 seats in a midyear, engine electronics, exhaust and fuel systems, the exterior features of the body and the engine compartment, and air intake and cooling systems. In this finale we will cover the major interior features, including the A/C and audio systems.
We've tried to cover each one in enough detail to give you a good idea of what's involved and the sources we've used. At the very least, we hope it will stimulate some ideas, but the fun part of these projects is coming up with your own ideas to build a car reflecting your tastes and which will achieve your objectives. Since each project is unique, and you're sure to have your own ideas on the approach to take and components to use, we've described the approach we've taken and what has worked for us.
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Overall Design Approach
Our basic approach to the interior was to retain the flavor of the original design while incorporating several modern touches. If we've done our jobs right, the changes will have retained the original styling aspects of a '63 and blend in well enough to appear as something the factory might have done. As with the approach we took with the body, the changes are relatively subtle but distinctive in appearance to enhance what is already there and improve function, appearance, and comfort. Here are the major changes we made to the '63's interior.
Materials And Color Choices
While we've usually used black leather for our interiors in the past, we wanted to use a color combination that would stand out a bit more and have a more modern look. We decided on a two-tone grey leather interior. After learning more about leather than we ever wanted to know, we sourced the leather from Gary's Upholstery in Florida. Their website has quite a bit of information on what to look for when ordering your own leather. They can also send you samples so you can see what color and texture of leather will work best. After deciding what you want, you'll need to decide just how many hides to order. A good upholstery shop can help with that. We ended up ordering nine full hides. It's best to order enough to have all the hides from the same dye lot.
Seats And Seat Belts
We covered the installation of C5 seats in a previous article in the June '07 issue, so we won't go into detail here. While there are a number of aftermarket seats available, many folks prefer to use as many Corvette components as possible when updating their seats. Installing C5 seats is becoming a popular way to upgrade. We found our C5 seats on eBay. The ones we've seen there have ranged from near new to those that require re-upholstering. The ones we found were a little worn but; since we planned to re-upholster them anyway, there was no need to pay the price for perfect seats. (See photo 01: installed seats)
We chose to eliminate the power seat motors in order to lower the seats, which also eliminated about 40 pounds of weight, and simplified the installation. The main installation issues that need to be addressed are seat height, seat rake, mounting, adjustability, and upholstery. The June '07 article went into detail on all those aspects. If you don't have the June '07 issue, you can find it online in the Corvette Fever Tech Articles at: www.corvettefever.com/projectbuild/corp_0706_split_personality_pt4/index.html.
Another change we wanted to make was to convert to a three-point seatbelt system. We chose a set from Juliano's Hot Rod Shop in Connecticut. The installation followed their directions for the mounting points. Basically, that involved welding in the lower mounts for the belt retractors and the upper mount for the shoulder harness in the B pillar and bolting the seatbelt clasp to the seat frame. You can find a good location for the shoulder belt mount in a depression already present in the B pillar as it's at just the right height. You'll have to drill through the halo panel and notch the molding around the door openings slightly to clear the mounting bolt. We've become accustomed to three point belts in modern cars, and this proved to be a worthwhile change. (See photo 02: installed seat/shoulder belts)
Dash-Area Gauges, Underdash Panels, Pedals, And Glove Box
The dash was changed in several respects. The main changes involved filling in the original speaker hole, installing new defrost vents, reconfiguring the center of the dash to house two additional gauges and the A/C outlets, along with the audio control unit and Vintage Air control panel. The dash "eyebrows" were also covered in medium grey leather, and the center of the dash was covered in lighter grey leather. The gauge cluster was changed to install custom gauges from Classic Instruments, and both the gauge panel and restored glovebox were painted grey to match the leather.
The gauges were made to our design by Classic Instruments who did a great job. They will work with you to make exactly what you want. We chose to have a spun aluminum background, stainless bezels, domed lenses, and they even painted the needles in our special red. We also sent them our Pro-Classic logo which they silk-screened onto the gauge background. The usual type of gauges were used for the gauge cluster, and two additional gauges (fuel pressure and exhaust temperature) were placed in the center dash area. The speedometer reads to 200 mph and the tachometer to 10,000 rpm-just wishful thinking on our part. (See photos 03: gauge cluster; and 04: center dash area.)
We made several new panels, including the kick, radio, and underdash panels. The new radio panels are the location for two additional A/C outlets and speakers. We also wanted to cover the underside of the steering column area and the A/C evaporator. New kick panels were also made. All of the panels were made using aluminum, which helps to retain their shape, and they were covered in leather. We also mounted courtesy lights in the underdash panels on both the driver and passenger sides which match the billet dome-light design.
To get as smooth an area as possible under the dash, several components were moved to new locations. For example, the fuse panel was moved inside the driver-side vent recess, the high/low beam switch was moved to the turn signal stalk, and the area of the floor forward of the pedals was filled with dense foam. This allowed for a clean and flat area for the new panels and carpeting. (See photo 05: fuse-box location; photo 06: kick panel; photo 07: radio panel; and photos 08 and 09: underdash panels)
New billet-aluminum pedals were made by Lokar to fit the stock pedal arms. A matching throttle pedal was also sourced from Lokar. We also smoothed the pedal arms, polished the leading edges, and painted the sides to match the upholstery for a more custom look. The throttle pedal is a fly-by-wire unit from a C6 Corvette which works great and prevented the need to run a cable in the engine compartment. (See photo 10: billet clutch, brake, and throttle pedals)
The glovebox door is from a '64, as our original fiberglass unit was damaged beyond repair. We had to restore the door, including the aluminum panel. We followed the approach we had seen on the Corvette Forums where the original panel is cut out and the new panel is slid underneath. That approach worked well and prevented having to drill out the original door rivets. We're not sure who came up with that idea, but it saved some time. We had to use a shallower glovebox liner in order to clear the A/C vent lines, and we obtained that from Hot Rod Air. We covered the inside of the glovebox with the grey leather. Both the glovebox and the gauge cluster were painted in grey, matching the leather.
Steering Column And Steering Wheel
We thought a tilt column would be a useful modern addition and chose the '63-'66 Corvette unit from Flaming River. We covered the engine compartment side of the installation in our last project installment (Part 7). The upper portion of the column was painted to match the interior color, and the lower column was polished. The steering wheel is a Woody's III three-spoke from Flaming River in a 14-inch diameter, which has a similar spoke design to the original wheel. It was covered in two-tone grey leather by Ron Magnus Upholstery. For the center emblem on the horn button, we used the stock '63 center piece, which was machined to the right diameter and glued in place. (See photo 11: steering wheel and column)
Door Panels And Power Windows
We retained the original design of the '63 door panels; however, new backing panels were custom made which were covered in the two-tone grey leather. The panels use push-style pins to hold them in place in lieu of the stock screws. The door pulls were also covered in contrasting grey leather. As with the original door panels, carpeting was used at the bottom of the panels. (See photo 12: door panel)
We decided to convert to power windows and used units from Nu-Relic which installed easily and work well. We mounted the window switches in the center console. We also had to come up with a means to route the wiring through the door and doorjamb and used conduits from Electric-Life as a starting point. This was another "more involved than we thought" aspect, as the door hinges of the Corvette are unique. A good choice would have been just to use the stock '63 power window metal conduits, but we wanted something a little different. One of the conduits Electric-Life offers uses a braided hose and a swivel collar at one end. We found that we had to use a swivel collar at both ends to get it to work right. In retrospect, while this setup looks and works well, we recommend using either the stock Vette metal conduit or possibly the EZContact doorjamb contacts. While the latter won't allow the windows to operate while the door is open, they sure would have made this aspect much easier. (See photo 13: P/W conduit)
A custom center console was fabricated beginning with a stock automatic midyear console as a base. It incorporates a combination storage area and armrest and was covered in two-tone leather. The console also houses the power window switches and uses a Lokar billet shift boot ring and custom leather boot. The shift handle is a midyear-style from Keisler Engineering and connects to a Pro-Shifter for the Tremec six-speed transmission, also from Keisler Engineering. (See photo 14: center console)
Rear Compartment And Ceiling
One particular area we wanted to change was the rear compartment. The most involved change was in making new side compartment panels to fit around the wheelwells and under the rear windows. Interior Motives in Manchester, Connecticut, made the new panels from fiberglass. They mount by fitting over the lips on the rear edge of the door openings. In the areas behind the panels, room was then available to mount the rear speakers and subwoofer. To give us a separation point for the two-tone leather, we used stock '63 door panel moldings which were reversed and bent to shape to fit the contour of the panels. A new rear panel was also made and covered in two-tone grey. We needed a straight molding to match the '63 door moldings and found that a door molding from a '69 Camaro was the exact same profile. Our Split Personality emblem (made by Austin Barnett Designs from Vetteorama) was added for a finishing touch. (See photo 15: rear compartment)
The floor of the rear compartment was also changed. The major change was to eliminate two storage compartments which was necessary to clear the structure of the tube frame. A new flat panel was installed which levels the floor. We wanted to strengthen the floor so we glued in two 1/2-inch-diameter steel rods in each rib in the floor. A new floor panel was made which was padded and then covered in grey leather. The ceiling and halo panel were covered in the light grey leather, and we used a billet dome light from Phipps Hot Rod Billet. (See photo 16: ceiling and halo panel)
We searched for insulation material and found several choices. We decided to use Lizard Skin spray-on ceramic insulation material for its complete coverage, ease of installation, and reduction of both heat and noise. It's applied with a special spray gun and required four gallons of material to achieve the recommended thickness of 0.040 inch. We coated the inner firewall, ceiling, rear compartment, floors, and inner doors. (See photo 17: Lizard Skin insulation)
We had to search for a grey carpeting material to closely match the light grey leather, and found one used in a Porsche that matched well. Custom floor mats were also made on which our Pro-Classic logo was sewn. (See photo 18: carpet and floor mats)
Interior Moldings
As with the exterior moldings, we also had to obtain all the interior windshield, door, and rear window moldings. Several sources were used to find originals as these aren't reproduced. A custom-mix grey paint was mixed to match the leather and was applied to all the moldings.
Rear View Mirror/Monitor
In Installment 6 we addressed the rearview camera system we installed to improve visibility and showed how we mounted the camera. The monitor for the system (from Rostra Precision Controls) is incorporated into the rear view mirror. To make it appear as original as possible, the mount on the new mirror was modified to fit the stock '63 chrome mirror bracket. Since the mirror/monitor is wider than the stock mirror, the visors also had to be reshaped to clear. (See photo 19: rearview mirror/monitor)
A/C System
We chose the air conditioning, heat, and defrost system from Vintage Air and used their Gen II "Mini" system. Custom brackets were made to hang the evaporator system, and custom hoses and fittings were made which connect with a bulkhead mounted in the firewall. We ran the A/C, heater, and drain hoses through the passenger-side vent opening. It was a tight fit but worked well to hide the hoses. (See photo 20: heater and A/C lines) We used the Gen II control panel (PN 48102-SVQ) to control the air, heat, and defrost as well as a bi-level operation. This particular system uses no vacuum lines, but rather electrically operated controls including the heater valve. (See photo 04: center dash area) The outlets include two for the defrost and four for the A/C. We located two of the A/C outlets in the center of the dash and one on each side in the radio panels. The outlets open and close much like a throttle butterfly and are available from Vintage Air (PN 49215-VUQ). (See photos 04: center dash area; and photo 06: radio panel)
Audio System
Honestly, we don't often listen to the audio system while driving, but we thought it was an area that could be improved and needed to be included in our project. After looking at the systems available, we decided on the Secret Audio system from Custom Autosound. The control panel is a very small unit which fits well in the center dash area, and it also comes with a remote control. A custom billet frame was made for the control unit. The main power unit is mounted under the driver seat. A subwoofer is mounted, along with eight speakers behind the rear compartment side panels, and two front speakers are mounted behind the radio panels. We didn't have room for a separate CD unit, so we obtained a converter harness from Custom Autosound which connects an iPod to store the tunes we want. (See photos 04: center dash area; and 21: audio control unit)
Of all the aspects of our project, we really like how the interior came out. We know we've achieved our objective if everything complements the original styling of the car and is more functional and comfortable.
Lessons Learned
No matter how many projects you've done, there's always something you'll learn, whether it's a new skill, discovering helpful tools to use, or how to do something easier for future projects. We've certainly picked up a few lessons during this project, and we thought it might be helpful to mention a few.
New Skills
Molding restoration: One useful learning experience was restoring the unique '63 moldings, as the ones we found all needed work to remove scratches and dents. You can do it yourself with a little patience, practice, and the right tools. We wrote an article on that subject which appeared in the June '05 issue of Corvette Fever. If you don't keep your back issues, you can find it at this link on the CF website: www.corvettefever.com/techarticles/corp0506stainlesssteelcorvettetrimrestoration/index.html.
Polishing: This is one of those jobs that can save you some money but also comes at the price of making a huge mess of your shop and yourself. Often a polished piece can look better than chrome in some areas, but you also need a means to keep it looking that way and to prevent having to repolish it later. We found Zoops Seal to be a good choice to retain the appearance longer.
New Tools
Chassis Rotisserie: When working on a chassis, it can be difficult to get into the right position, particularly when it comes to painting a tube frame. Getting an even coat of paint on tubes was made much easier using a rotisserie we found from Accessible Systems.
Body Tilter: The extent of work we planned for the underside of the body meant many hours, which would have to be spent lying on our back. But we made a framework to mount to the body dolly, which allowed the body to be tilted onto its side, making it much easier. A picture of what our body dolly and tilter looks like appeared in Parts 6 and 7.
Buffers: Both stationary and handheld buffers were essential in restoring the stainless moldings and polishing many other parts. We use a Baldor stationary buffer with pads and compounds from Eastwood. The stainless restoration article mentions many safety tips when using this type of buffer. We can't stress enough how careful you have to be using them. We also found the Porta-Cable random orbit buffer to be a great help, not only for polishing the paint, but also for the final polishing of billet aluminum and stainless pieces which were too large to use on a stationary buffer. We used a foam pad covered with a microfiber cover and Mother's Billet Aluminum polish for those jobs.
Belt Sander: We found the Dynafile II handheld belt sander to be invaluable in preparing parts for polishing, and that 3M Trizact belts worked the best to provide a smooth finish. We also found the Multi-Tool bench belt sander to come in handy for work on metal parts. Again, Trizact belts worked the best for fine finishing work.
Short Handle Wrenches: We love these short handle metric and SAE ratchet type wrenches. They sure helped in many tight areas.
Engine Hoist and Engine Stand: Borrowed or bought, but necessary, for the heavy lifting and engine assembly.
Hydraulic Lift Cart: This is one of those carts on wheels you've probably seen that have a hydraulic lift table. We found this great to use when lining up the transmission for installation as well as making a moveable and adjustable-height work table. It also helped when loading or unloading heavy objects from the bed of the truck.
Chassis Lift: We've had a mid-rise lift for many years, and it's served us well to make it much easier to work on and assemble the chassis, suspension, and drivetrain as well as detail the finished car.
Scanning Tool: For electronically controlled engines, the scan tool comes in handy to diagnose problem codes. We have one from AutoXRay which has worked well for reading and clearing codes. Sometimes the "Tech II" scanner/programmer is needed for OBD-II systems to do more, but that's an expensive unit and probably more than you can justify for the home shop.
One-Purpose-Only Tools: If you've done a few projects, no doubt you've needed a tool that isn't available and have had to make your own. We have quite a few sockets, wrenches, and so on that had to be modified to fit a particular area. It's a good idea to label these so you'll remember what that odd-looking thing is in your toolbox.
Computer: Sometimes referred to as "that large electronic paperweight on your desk." How did we ever get along without one? From laying out project plans, researching sources, and ordering parts, to communicating with your friends in the hobby, it's become an essential tool for car projects.
Project Planning Theorems (new theories and a few old ones vividly reconfirmed):
A project plan is subject to change, especially for longer-term projects. True! You'll likely change your objectives along the way or come across different ways to do some things, which is to be expected. The longer the project, the more often you can expect this to occur.
The difference between something unforeseen and something unforeseeable is about a month. True! Something unforeseen is usually due to not doing enough research or planning. Then there are those things which you just can't foresee. It's guaranteed there will be some, but by definition, you don't know what they'll be. All you can do is allow for them in your project plan timeline.
Any major project will always cost more and take longer than you thought. True! Doubling your initial time estimate and adding 35-50 percent more to your initial stab at a budget is likely closer to the mark. This is one of the major variables that can be best controlled and contained by how much of the work you can do yourself.
The best project car is the most complete car you can find. True! If you start with a more complete car, you can save time, aggravation, and most likely, expense in the long run.
Piece-of-cake jobs can often turn into a week-long effort. True! The five-minute job to install one simple door switch turned into an hour of scratching our heads to figure why it wouldn't fit and another hour to finish the job. Count on there being many of these.
Chroming cast aluminum is easy. False! See our second installment (March '07 issue) for details on that.
Powdercoating is your friend. True! See above.
Punch lists are a helpful tool. True, sometimes. Tackling a few easy jobs can make your punch list seem smaller and give you a sense of accomplishment as they are checked off. Conversely, every time you remove one item, you think of two more to add. Also true! (By the way, we found out how a punch list got its name. It's likely that you want to punch out the next person who asks if the project is done yet.)
Gobs of determination will overcome a lack of patience. True! Always keeping a focus on your end goal helps. Any large project will have its ups and downs, but it's to be expected and not a reason to become discouraged. The longer the project timeframe, the more you can expect this to happen.
Your parts will be in Tuesday. False! You knew the answer to that one!
You will become well acquainted with UPS. True! We've gone through four different delivery people, but there's no truth to the rumor that we had anything to do with their taking early retirement.
Polishing parts can make your garage look like a bomb has gone off in there. True!
The devil lies in the details. True! The level you decide for your project has a huge impact on both the timeframe and amount of labor involved.
Friends will come through in the clutches. True! We have many to thank for their help.
Having a patient and supportive spouse. Priceless! Any spouse who's willing to help during the wee hours of the night is someone special.
Long Journey
It's been a project of four years, and we're glad we were able to share the details with you. This has been by far the longest and most involved project we've undertaken, but we've enjoyed it-most of the time, anyway-and we're extremely happy with how the car turned out. One way to know if you've succeeded is if the car comes out as you had pictured it in your mind. We're happy to be able to feel that it has. We were surprised and pleased at the number of folks we've met at recent shows who've been following the project series along. Speaking with folks at these shows is always something Barb and I enjoy, so if you see us at a show, please stop by to chat.
Many folks have already been asking what our next project will be and if we plan to build another car of this type. The answer from both Barb and me has been the same: Before even thinking of another car project, we plan a long rest so we can do some things we've had to put off. Frankly, after building three cars of this type, we're enjoying the hobby now more than ever, and that's one of the major factors that have kept us enthused about the Corvette hobby. The most enjoyable aspect about this hobby, though, has been the great people we've met and the friends we've made along the way.
We hope you've enjoyed following our project, and that it's been of help to those contemplating a similar project. As always, we're glad to help anyone who may have questions on their own projects. More information and pictures are on our website: www.richsclassiccorvettes.com.


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Ani Ba'aretz! - I'm in Israel!
I love this place!
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Shalom m'ha-aretz (shalom from Israel)!
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Eric Blake, a 2002 Central Connecticut graduate, returns to New Britain for his third season as assistant coach. Blake came back to CCSU in 2005 with a Master of Arts in health and physical education and a wealth of competitive running experience.
Blake earned his master's degree from Adams State College, where he was a member of the school's Division II cross country and track teams.
Following his graduation from Adams State, Blake was the head coach for the Plattsburgh State men's and women's cross country teams. He also was an assistant coach for the track and field squads. In addition to coaching, Blake spent time running in both marathons and USATF events. The 29-year-old had four top-10 finishes in USATF events, including a first place finish in the USATF Mountain Championships at Mt. Washington in 2006. He also qualified for the 2004 Olympic Trial Marathon held in Birmingham, Alabama. This past year the former Blue Devil placed 10th in the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon, third among American runners, while also finishing 12th at the Obudu Ranch International Mountain Race in Nigeria.
A four-year member of the cross country and track teams while at Central Connecticut, Blake graduated with a Bachelor of Science in education (mathematics).
Prior to attending Central Connecticut, the Lebanon, CT native was the 1996 state open cross country champion.
In addition to being a 2008 USA Track and Field member, Blake is affiliated with the Boston Athletic Association. He is also a USATF certified Level 1 and 2 Coach.


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Announcement - UPDATED Meeting Announcement for H.R. 7, H.R. 3813, and H.R. 3408
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The Committee on Rules meeting scheduled for today, Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 2:00 PM in H-313 The Capitol to complete consideration of the following measure has been POSTPONED subject to the call of the chair:


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With Congress failing to reach an agreement last night over a spending plan for the new fiscal year, the U.S. government shut down today, leaving many federal agencies with no alternative other than to furlough employees and limit duties.
The consequences of Washington's inaction have already resonated across the country, and New Jersey is no exception.
Here's a quick guide to what may or may not be affected today by the shutdown.
Q: Will federal Sandy relief projects continue?
A: Ed Voigt, a spokesman for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Philadelphia office, said there will be "no change" in the various beach replenishment and other federally funded Sandy relief projects in New Jersey as a result of the shutdown. Because of "previously budgeted money," work will continue up and down the coast with no chance of stoppage in sight.
Q: Obamacare was supposed to roll out today. Will that be affected?
A: Not directly. Despite the House Republicans' efforts to tie the disputed spending bill to either a delay or defunding of the Affordable Care Act, the exchanges are up and running, and should experience no setback as a result of the shutdown. However, insiders are saying informational sessions about the exchanges are being canceled as government workers are furloughed.
RELATED: What you should know about the ACA
Q: Is there concern over the status of federal defense contracts?
A: There is definite concern here. John Dewey, CEO of Oakland-based Dewey Electronics Corp., said Monday while he doesn't think the U.S. government is going away anytime soon, "they sure are working hard to become an inconsistent business partner."
It's not just defense contracts, either. Transportation contractors and others have a lot at stake as the partisan infighting continues.
Q: Federal courts? The U.S. attorney's office?
A: According to a Star-Ledger report, U.S. Attorney Paul Fishman has asked to suspend all civil cases that name the federal government as either a plaintiff or defendant. About 40 percent of Fishman's staff will not come in to work, the paper reported. Federal courts remain open for business, though, and should remain so for at least until next week.
Q: Will Amtrak continue running?
A: With the shutdown looming on Monday, Amtrak issued reassurance to riders on its popular Northeast Corridor line, noting that it "will continue normal operation of its national inter-city and high-speed passenger rail network in the event of a short-term federal shutdown." How long it will do so is an open question, though: Amtrak says it will remain open for business, particularly along the heavily traveled New Jersey corridor, for "the coming days and weeks."
Q: What if I'm flying?
A: Airports in the area should see no hiccups. Air traffic control, security screening and customs inspections will all be staffed. But again, for how long? A Port Authority of New York and New Jersey representative said while no changes are expected, the authority is monitoring the situation.
Q: What about the mail?
A: Because it relies on revenue generated from stamps and other fees, the U.S. Postal Service will be unaffected.
Q: Today, of all days, it just so happens I feel like visiting the Statute of Liberty. What are my chances of walking up to the crown?
A: Zilch. National parks and sites across the country, from Lady Liberty to the Grand Canyon, are closed due to the shutdown. And yes, that includes Sandy Hook, which belongs to the Gateway National Recreation Area.


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Great blog by Red Clay Soul
What a great blog post by Red Clay Soul. Duck Head Apparel has made a comeback, and none of that would be possible without the continued support of true Duck Head fans like Red Clay Soul and their followers.
Red Clay Soul talks about their love of Duck Head clothing and the many great memories they have of the famous Duck Head "Duck Tail" Shirt, which has gained quite a cult following.
Red Clay Soul continues, "Everyone has a Duck Head story – the brand is synonomous with the South." We couldn't have said it better ourselves.


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New London concludes investigation of Ackley emails
New London — Mayor Daryl Justin Finizio conducted a predisciplinary hearing for Police Chief Margaret Ackley Thursday but said he will reserve his decision for about a week to allow her attorney time to pursue some "legitimate" points raised at the hearing.
The mayor said an investigation into emails between the chief and a private citizen had concluded, leading to the hearing. The city's personnel director and chief administrative officer, Jane Glover, and the city's labor attorney, Brian Estep, conducted the investigation.
Finizio did not provide further details on what was reviewed at the hearing, but at issue has been an email correspondence Ackley had with a private resident last fall. The police union has alleged Ackley violated the police department's Duty Manual when she told the resident, Kathleen Mitchell, how to find personal information on some officers.
The president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 724, Todd Lynch, has alleged that Ackley used her position as chief to describe how to obtain disciplinary files on himself, Master Patrol Officer Roger Baker and Officers Charles Flynn, Cornelius Rodgers and Joshua Bergeson, all of whom were active in the union.
Lynch filed a lawsuit in March against the city and the chief, alleging "libelous" emails sent between Ackley and Mitchell. His suit also alleges he was disciplined at work for criticizing the chief.
Lynch said Thursday he was aware the hearing had been held. Because his suit is still pending, he said he could not comment other than to say that he was not contacted by anyone for the investigation.
The hearing was held based on the findings of the investigation, which the mayor said he will not release until he issues his decision. Present at the hearing, besides the mayor and the chief, were Estep, Glover and the chief's attorney.
Ackley could not be reached for comment Thursday.
Finizio said an internal investigation was appropriate despite the union's calls for an independent investigation because it was a personnel matter and there was no allegation of any law being broken.
City Councilor John Maynard, who chairs the Administration Committee, said Thursday that he sought the advice of City Law Director Jeffrey Londregan as to whether the council should pursue its own investigation into the matter.
Maynard said the law director recommended that the council not proceed at this time because of the pending litigation, in which the city is named.
The mayor said he expects to announce his decision and any possible disciplinary action after about a week, and at that time will make all memos, transcripts and other records on the issue public.
Under Connecticut's Freedom of Information Act, once an investigation into a public employee is closed, the findings become public. Finizio said he was following precedent set in other Connecticut municipalities by withholding the results until his decision is reached, saying until then the findings are "work product."
New London police chief's attorney expects matter resolved soon
Union president Lynch sues New London, Ackley claiming retaliation


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Diabetes mellitus is a disease characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood. People with diabetes have problems converting the food they eat into usable energy. There are two types of diabetes mellitus: type 1 (type I) and type 2 (type II).
What is type 2 diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes, formerly called noninsulin-dependent diabetes, is a condition in which the body does not make enough, or cannot properly use, the pancreatic hormone insulin. Insulin tells the body's cells to absorb the sugar known as glucose from the blood and to use it as fuel. If the body makes only low levels of insulin or if cells become resistant to its effects, glucose will remain in the bloodstream causing chronically high blood sugar levels and preventing cells from taking up the sugar they need for metabolism. Type 2 diabetes accounts for between 90 and 95 percent of all diabetes cases in the United States.
Type I diabetes, formerly called insulin-dependent diabetes, is a much less common disorder in which the pancreas makes no insulin at all. As in type 2 diabetes, this results in high blood sugar levels and difficulty obtaining energy from food.
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) estimates that 20.8 million Americans, or about 7% of the population, have diabetes and about 95% of these cases are type 2. 14.6 million of these people have actually been diagnosed with the disease, but an estimated 6.2 million people have type 2 diabetes and do not know it. The ADA also estimates that 54 million people have prediabetes, a condition in which their blood sugar is elevated but not high enough to be considered diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes is essentially a problem making or responding to the hormone insulin. This leads to two major changes in the body: elevated levels of blood sugar and difficulty providing adequate nutrition to body cells. The symptoms that occur are secondary to these changes. If any of the following symptoms occur, you may want to consult a doctor to be tested for type 2 diabetes:
-- Extreme hunger
-- Weight loss
-- Increased thirst and frequent urination
-- Fatigue
-- Blurred vision
-- Slow-healing sores or frequent infections
-- Erectile dysfunction
Type 2 diabetes does not always cause obvious symptoms so someone can have it for years without knowing. Unfortunately, many people do not find out they have diabetes until debilitating complications develop.
What are the short term-complications of type 2 diabetes?
People with type 2 diabetes are prone to developing acute complications, which come on fast and may have grave health consequences if they are not treated quickly. Some of the most common of these are described below.
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis occurs when lack of insulin causes cells to starve for want of sugars. In this case, the liver will break down fats into small molecules called ketone bodies and release them into the bloodstream in an attempt to feed the tissues. Ketone bodies are acids so too many of them makes the blood pH decline. The symptoms include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fever, stomach pain and a sweet, fruity smell on your breath caused by the ketones. This is a potentially dangerous condition and can lead to a medical emergency: if untreated, it can progress to unconsciousness and coma, even death. Contact a doctor immediately if any of these symptoms occur.
Hyperglycemia or high blood sugar can occur when you eat too much sugar or when not enough insulin is either released or received to clear the sugar from the blood. To avoid this, diabetics should check their blood sugar level often and watch for symptoms of hyperglycemia that include: frequent urination, increased thirst, dry mouth, blurred vision, fatigue, and nausea. If untreated, hyperglycemia can lead to more serious complications. If you experience the above symptoms, or if your blood sugar level is always above 250 mg/dL, consult your doctor right away or seek emergency care.
If your blood sugar level drops too low, it is called hypoglycemia. This can be caused by skipping a meal, by increased physical activity, or simply as a side effect of your medication. You can prevent this by regularly checking blood sugar levels and watching out for the symptoms, which include sweating, shakiness, weakness, hunger, dizziness, and nausea. If left untreated, later signs of hypoglycemia include slurred speech, drowsiness, and confusion and eventually, unconsciousness. To treat hypoglycemia, eat or drink something that will quickly raise your blood sugar level (like fruit juice). You may want to contact your doctor to discuss how you best to avoid hypoglycemia in the future.
What are the long-term complications of type 2 diabetes?
Living with type 2 diabetes can cause serious chronic complications that can significantly shorten the lives of diabetics. These complications develop over long periods of time and are mostly due to chronically elevated levels of sugar in the blood. Controlling blood sugar levels reduces the risks of developing all of these complications so if you are a diabetic, monitoring your blood sugar and keeping the level as close to normal as possible is critical.
Heart disease and stroke
People with type 2 diabetes tend to have high blood pressure and elevated blood cholesterol, both of which increase their risk of developing vascular diseases such as coronary artery disease. Chronically elevated blood sugar also tends to cause poor circulation, leading to increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
Kidney disease
The kidney's job is to clean the blood and they perform this job several times each day. When the blood contains high levels of sugar, it makes the kidney's job much harder. High blood sugar raises the blood pressure in the kidneys and can lead to reduced kidney function and even chronic renal failure. In fact, diabetes is by far the leading cause of kidney failure in America.
Diabetic neuropathy
One of the most common complications of diabetes is diabetic neuropathy. Neuropathy is damage to the nerves and it can occur throughout the body, often caused by poor circulation. The nerve damage can cause tingling or numbness, often in the extremities, or conversely, chronic pain.
Foot complications
Poor circulation and nerve damage in the feet can lead to serious complications for diabetics. When the protective pain sensations are lost, diabetics can injury their feet without realizing it. Reduced circulation impairs the foot's ability to heal and the result can be chronic infections requiring amputation.
Skin complications
People with diabetes are more prone to skin infections than the general population. Reduced circulation in the skin makes infection more likely and also impairs wound healing; this makes any skin injury much more serious. Luckily, most skin problems can be treated easily if they are caught early.
Diabetic retinopathy
The retina is the portion of the eye that receives and processes visual images. Having high blood glucose and high blood pressure for a long time can damage the tiny blood vessels that supply the retina. Reduced retinal blood flow can cause blurred vision and over time, blood can begin to leak out of the weakened blood vessels, preventing light from reaching the retina. This causes visual impairments and can also permanently damage the retina itself, leading to blindness.
Stomach problems: gastroparesis
Damage to the vagus nerve caused by high blood sugar can lead to gastroparesis, a condition in which the stomach holds onto its contents for too long. Normally, the vagus nerve signals the stomach to contract and expel its contents into the small intestine. When food stays in the stomach too long, it leads to uncomfortable symptoms like acid reflux, nausea, and vomiting.
Type 2 diabetes is most often caused by cells becoming less sensitive to the hormone insulin. This phenomenon is called insulin resistance. Insulin normally signals cells to grab up and use sugar (glucose) from the bloodstream, so if cells are not getting the message, glucose stays in the blood. But what makes cells ignore this critical message? While the exact causes remain unknown, it appears that having high levels of insulin in the blood for a prolonged period can alter the receiving mechanisms that many cells have for insulin (called insulin receptors) making them less able to respond to the message.
So what makes insulin levels high in the first place? Unfortunately, scientists do not know exactly why this happens, but one thing is clear: obesity is a major factor. Several other risk factors are known including other preventable risk factors, like high blood pressure and some that are not preventable, like family history.
Type 2 diabetes can also occur when the pancreas produces only low levels of insulin. In this case, there is not enough insulin to signal body cells to take up sugar and the result is the same as insulin resistance: high blood sugar and starving cells.
While doctors do not know exactly what causes type 2 diabetes, they do have a very good understanding of the risk factors for developing the disease. Many of the risk factors are preventable and several studies show that limiting them can reduce your chances of developing the disease. What follows are the non-controllable and controllable risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes.
Non-controllable risk factors for type 2 diabetes:
Family history
People who have a close relative with type 2 diabetes are much more likely to develop the disease themselves. However, it does not mean that you are guaranteed to have type 2 diabetes if your mother did. Genetic studies suggest that you can inherit a tendency to develop type 2 diabetes, but that you can still avoid the disease in many cases by limiting the preventable risk factors such as obesity.
For unknown reasons, several ethnic groups have a higher than average risk of developing type 2 diabetes. These include Alaska Natives, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, Hispanic/Latinos, Native Americans, and African Americans.
The risk of developing type 2 diabetes increases as we age and becomes significantly higher after age 45. This could be due to changes in hormonal patterns that occur with age or to changes in the distribution of muscle and fat that also tend to accompany aging. However, don't think that only those older than 45 can get type 2 diabetes. On the contrary, diabetes rates have recently been on the rise in young adults and even in adolescents and children.
Gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes is a temporary condition that develops in pregnant women and which usually resolves after delivery. However, someone who develops gestational diabetes during pregnancy is more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later on in life.
Controllable risk factors for type 2 diabetes:
A major preventable risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes is carrying excess weight. The risk is highest if you carry the weight mostly around the middle of your body (an "apple" shaped body). Excess fat appears to contribute directly to insulin resistance, though it is unclear exactly how this happens.
Carrying extra weight also heightens your risk of developing several other diseases including heart disease and stroke. The body mass index or BMI is a general measure of how much excess weight one carries. Your BMI takes into account your height and weight; higher numbers mean you carry more fat. If your BMI is above 25 but below 30, you are considered overweight. If your BMI is between 30 and 39 you are considered obese, while a BMI 40 or above is considered extremely or "morbidly" obese.
The less active you are, the greater your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Exercising fewer than three times a week can be considered a potential risk factor for developing diabetes. Not only does physical activity help control weight, it allows your body to use up blood sugar, makes your cells more sensitive to insulin, and boosts your level of "good" cholesterol.
Prediabetes is a condition in which your blood sugar level is higher than normal, but not high enough to be called type 2 diabetes. Without lifestyle changes, prediabetes often progresses to type 2 diabetes.
Other risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes include:
-- Poor diet
-- Previous diagnosis with impaired glucose tolerance or high fasting glucose levels
-- High blood pressure (140/90 mm Hg or higher)
-- HDL cholesterol of less than 35 mg/dL or triglyceride level of greater than 250 mg/dL
-- Polycystic ovary syndrome, also called PCOS (women only)
-- Other clinical conditions associated with insulin resistance
By definition, diabetes is an elevated blood glucose level that persists over time. Since type 2 diabetes may occur with no symptoms, it is possible to have the condition for years without noticing. Over time, symptoms will develop and they may become severe. You may want to have your blood sugar tested as part of your yearly physical examination by a physician, especially if you have one or more risk factors for developing diabetes. The American Diabetes Association recommends being tested yearly beginning at age 45, especially if you are overweight.
Diagnosing type 2 diabetes:
Fasting blood glucose test
After fasting overnight (at least 8 hours) a blood test can be performed to check your blood sugar. If your blood glucose level is 126 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) after fasting for 8 hours on two separate testing occasions, you have diabetes. If your blood glucose is between 100 and 125mg/dL, this is considered prediabetes, which is a risk factor for developing diabetes.
Random (non-fasting) blood glucose test
If you have a blood sample taken - regardless of how long it has been since you last ate - and your non-fasting blood glucose is higher than 200 mg/dL, the doctor will suspect diabetes. This is especially true if you are having other diabetes symptoms such as increased thirst and urination. A fasting blood glucose test must be done to confirm the results.
Oral glucose tolerance test
The oral glucose tolerance test examines how well your body metabolizes sugar after it is introduced into your body. After fasting overnight, the doctor will provide you with a sample of sugary liquid to drink. Then, a blood sample is taken every 30 to 60 minutes after you drink the solution for 2 to 3 hours. Diabetes is diagnosed if your blood glucose level is higher than 200 mg/dL after 2 hours. If your blood glucose is between 140 and 200 mg/dL it is considered "impaired glucose tolerance" or prediabetes.
Glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test
If you're diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor may also suggest a glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test. This test gives a measure of the average blood sugar level over the previous 1 to 3 months. The A1C test looks at the oxygen-carrying molecules called hemoglobin that are found in red blood cells and determines how much sugar they have been exposed to. The doctor takes a blood sample and examines what proportion of your hemoglobin molecules have sugars attached to them (how many are "glycated"). The higher the proportion of glycated hemoglobin in the blood, the more sugar there has been in the blood over the past few months. A target A1C result is 7 percent or less.
All the treatments for type 2 diabetes focus on keeping blood sugar levels within normal limits. The most important and most effective treatment is lifestyle change including eating right, losing weight, and increasing exercise/activity levels. Many people with type 2 diabetes can control their disease just by improving their diet and increasing their activity level. However, if this alone does not work, doctors can prescribe medications that can help stabilize blood sugar levels. The ultimate goal of treatment is to reduce the effects of diabetes symptoms and prevent secondary complications from arising.
Eating right is one of the most important ways to help keep blood sugar levels in line, even if you are not overweight. This includes choosing healthy foods, eating sensible portions, and eating at appropriate intervals. A nutritionist can help you plan meals with the right combinations of nutrients and appropriate energy content. Eating foods with a low glycemic index helps reduce the rate of rise in blood sugar that occurs after a meal.
The glycemic index ranks sugar-containing foods based on how much and how quickly they increase blood sugar levels. Foods with a high glycemic index such as white bread and most breakfast cereals tend to cause rapid spikes in blood glucose and therefore should be consumed only in limited amounts. Foods with a low glycemic index such as most vegetables and whole grains tend to cause a slower and less pronounced increase in blood sugar and thus should be the preferred source of carbohydrates.
In general, a healthy diet includes lots of nutrient rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, as well as fish. But a healthy diet also avoids foods that are low in overall nutrients and limits the intake of trans and saturated fats, cholesterol, sodium, and foods with a high glycemic index. Controlling portion size and eating frequent, small meals also helps the body better digest food and limits the rise in blood sugar levels.
Weight control:
Reducing your weight and BMI to appropriate levels also helps keep blood sugar levels down and since obesity is intimately tied to insulin resistance, losing weight can help your body respond better to insulin.
A simple way to lose weight is to figure out the number of calories you need to consume each day to maintain your weight and then eat fewer calories than you need. That way, your body can obtain the extra energy it needs by burning fat and you will lose weight. This is much easier to do when you eat healthy, nutrient-rich foods that fill you up and eliminate empty calories like soda pop.
Besides reducing your caloric intake, the other factor involved in weight loss is activity. Increase the amount and intensity of your physical activity to exceed the number of calories you take in and you are certain to lose weight.
When you have reached an ideal weight as determined by a doctor or nutritionist, you may be able increase your caloric intake a little but the important thing is to always expend all the calories you take in; otherwise, they will be stored as fat and you will gain weight.
Attaining a healthy weight can help reduce insulin resistance and keep blood sugar levels in line. But losing weight alone is not the full story. Doctors recommend shedding the pounds that accumulate around the midsection, the ones that contribute to an "apple shape" figure. Increasing your activity level can help redistribute your existing weight to a healthier pattern. Even modest weight loss can improve blood sugar levels by changing fat into muscle mass. Exercise can also improve circulation and lower blood pressure, blood cholesterol levels, and triglycerides, all of which reduce the risk of diabetes complications such as heart disease, stroke, and vision loss.
How much activity do you need? According to the American Heart Association, the average person should aim to get at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise five times per week or 20 minutes of vigorous exercise three times per week. If you are trying to lose weight, you should aim for 30 to 60 minutes on most days.
IMPORTANT: before starting any new exercise regimen, consult a health professional to determine what activities are best for you. A doctor can also help you determine how often to exercise and how to maintain healthy nutrition and normal blood sugar levels when you exercise.
Blood sugar monitoring:
Frequent measurement of your blood glucose levels can help you determine the effects that your lifestyle changes and medications are having on your blood sugar. Several types of glucometers are available but they all work by taking a very small sample of blood and analyzing the glucose content. Results are obtained in less than one minute and can help you determine what foods to avoid (those that cause large or rapid spikes in your blood glucose level) and determine when to eat in relation to exercise. You can also monitor the effects of your medications on your blood sugar and make sure to avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) that can be a side effect of some medications.
While everyone with type 2 diabetes can benefit from changes in diet and exercise, in many cases these alone are not enough to keep blood sugar within normal limits. In those cases, a doctor may prescribe one or more medications. Medications for type 2 diabetes work by helping the body respond better to insulin or by helping keep blood sugar levels down. Several classes of medications are commonly used, either alone or in combination.
Sulfonylureas stimulate the beta cells of the pancreas to release more insulin. These drugs are generally taken once or twice a day before meals. Several sulfonylurea drugs are on the market but some examples include glyburide (Micronase, Glynase, and Diabeta), and glimepiride (Amaryl). These drugs can cause hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels) as a side effect of insulin release.
Meglitinides stimulate the beta cells of the pancreas to make more insulin right after meals to decrease the glucose in the blood. They are usually taken before each meal. Examples of drugs in this class include repaglinide (Prandin) and nateglinide (Starlix). The side effects of meglitinides include weight gain and hypoglycemia (though this is less of a problem than with sulfonylureas).
Biguanides decrease the amount of glucose that is made by the liver, lowering overall blood glucose levels. Metformin (Glucophage), a common biguanide, also makes muscle cells more responsive to insulin. This allows muscle cells to take up and use (or store) glucose from the bloodstream and lowers blood insulin levels. Biguanides are usually taken twice a day. The side effects of biguanides include nausea, diarrhea, and cramping. Also, people with kidney problems (a common complication of type 2 diabetes) cannot take this medication so your doctor may perform additional tests to evaluate the functioning of your kidneys before prescribing this medication.
Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors:
Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors block the breakdown of sugars and starches in the digestive tract, thus reducing the impact of ingested carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. These drugs do not impact the liver or the glucose that is already in the blood, only the glucose that can potentially enter the body through the digestive tract. Examples of drugs in this class include acarbose (Precose) and meglitol (Glyset). They are normally taken along with the first bite of each meal. Side effects of alpha-glucosidase inhibitors include gas and diarrhea.
Thiazolidinediones reduce glucose production in the liver; they also partially reverse insulin resistance by improving the sensitivity of insulin receptors in muscle, liver, and fat cells. This helps the body use insulin better and so these medications are often called "insulin sensitizers". The two members of this class currently on the market in the U.S. are pioglitazone (ACTOS) and rosiglitazone (Avandia). Both of these drugs may slightly increase the risk for heart failure in some individuals and one recent study showed that rosiglitazone may cause a small increase in the risk of heart attacks. For the first year of thiazolidinedione therapy, your liver enzyme levels are monitored as a precaution because a similar drug that is no longer on the market increased the risk of liver damage. Otherwise, both drugs generally have few side effects.
Some people who have type 2 diabetes may need to take insulin in addition to other treatments. Insulin is a protein hormone so when taken orally, it gets digested in the stomach just as the protein in a steak does. This is why insulin must be taken by injection. There are several varieties of insulin that differ in their longevity in the body, including: insulin lispro (Humalog), insulin aspart (NovoLog) and insulin glargine (Lantus).
Combination treatment:
While the most important and effective treatment for type 2 diabetes involves a serious and long-lasting commitment to changes in diet and exercise, this is not always enough. When lifestyle changes alone fail, often taking a combination of the drugs mentioned above, in addition to dietary changes and increased activity levels, are an effective way to control type 2 diabetes. This is most effective when it involves combining drugs from the different classes, for example, taking an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor to reduce absorption of sugars from the digestive tract and a thiazolidinedione to reduce insulin resistance and production of glucose in the liver.
Taking care of your feet:
People with diabetes are prone to foot problems. Poor circulation and nerve damage in the feet can lead to serious complications because without the protective pain sensations, you can injure your feet without realizing it. Reduced circulation also impairs the foot's ability to heal and the result can be chronic infection, eventually requiring amputation. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) recommends the following to take care of your feet:
-- Wash your feet in warm water every day
-- Look at your feet every day to check for cuts, sores, blisters, redness, calluses, or other problems
-- If your skin is dry, rub lotion on your feet after you wash and dry them
-- File corns and calluses gently with an emery board or pumice stone
-- Cut your toenails once a week or when needed
-- Always wear slippers or shoes to protect your feet from injuries
-- Always wear socks or stockings to avoid blisters
-- Wear shoes that fit well
-- Before putting your shoes on, feel the insides to make sure they have no sharp edges or objects that might injure your feet
-- Tell your doctor right away about any foot problems
Continuing care:
If you have type 2 diabetes, you should visit a health care provider regularly and have a physical examination that includes:
-- Glycated hemoglobin (A1C)
-- Blood pressure check
-- Foot and skin examination
-- Ophthalmoscope (eye) examination
-- Neurological examination
-- Random microalbumin (urine test for protein)
-- BUN and serum creatinine blood tests
-- Serum cholesterol, HDL, and triglycerides
-- Dilated retinal exam
While there are several risk factors for type 2 diabetes that you cannot control, the good news is that you can reduce your risk substantially by maintaining a healthy body weight and keeping an active lifestyle. Even if a close relative has diabetes, or if you are a member of a high risk ethnic group, you can often prevent or at least forestall the onset of type 2 diabetes by living a healthy lifestyle and seeing your doctor regularly for diabetes screening.
Get screened regularly:
Everyone over 45 should have their blood glucose levels checked at least every 3 years. If you have any risk factors for diabetes, you should have your blood sugar checked more often, starting at a younger age. If you test as having prediabetes, a condition in which your fasting blood sugar level is between 100 - 125mg/dL (higher than normal but not high enough to be called type 2 diabetes) you should be tested every year and institute lifestyle changes to prevent the onset of diabetes.
Maintain a healthy weight:
A major preventable risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes is carrying excess weight. The risk is highest if you carry the weight mostly around the middle of your body (having an "apple" shape). Excess fat appears to contribute directly to insulin resistance, though it is unclear exactly how this happens.
Carrying extra weight heightens your risk of developing several other diseases including heart disease and stroke. The body mass index or BMI is a general measure of how much excess weight one carries. Your BMI takes into account your height and weight; higher numbers mean you carry more fat. If your BMI is above 25 but below 30, you are considered overweight. If your BMI is between 30 and 39 you are considered obese, while a BMI 40 or above is considered extremely or morbidly obese.
The less active you are, the greater your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Exercising fewer than three times a week is considered a risk factor. Not only does physical activity help control weight, it also allows your body to use up blood sugar, makes your cells more sensitive to insulin, boosts your level of "good" cholesterol, and lowers blood pressure.
Commit to changing your lifestyle:
Change can be difficult, but if you are in a high risk category, changes in the way you live may be necessary to avoid diabetes. You can make it easier by making a specific plan for yourself with enumerated benchmarks for change. These goals can start out small, but over time you can have them build into large changes. Try to anticipate ahead of time the things that might cause you problems in reaching your goals and have a contingency plan in place. Seek support from family members, friends, or others that share your situation whenever necessary. Consult a doctor, nurse, counselor, or nutritionist for advice on how to stay on track. Finally, choose constructive ways to reward yourself for reaching goals, saving the largest rewards for the goals that are the toughest to attain.
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face the music
face the music
be confronted with the unpleasant consequences of your actions
the acceptable face of
The tolerable or attractive manifestation or aspect of
1996 New York Review of Books : He presents himself as the acceptable face of gambling…the man who, almost single-handedly, has turned a huckster's paradise into a gangster-free zone.
a face as long as a fiddle
a dismal face
get out of his face
stop harassing or annoying someone - North American informal
have the brass face to
have the effrontery to do something – dated
in your face
aggressively obvious
assertive – informal
1996 - Sunday Telegraph - The campaign reflects a growing trend of aggressive and in your face advertisement that is alarming many within the industry.
lose face
suffer a loss of respect
be humiliated
This expression was originally associated with China and was a translation of the Chinese idiom tiu lien.
make faces = pull faces
produce an expression on your face that shows dislike, disgust or some other negative emotion or that is intended to be amusing.
not just a pretty face
intelligent as well as attractive
off your face
very drunk or under the influence of illegal drugs – informal
1998 - Times Magazine - I've been accused of being off my face many times but you just go, by osmosis, with the people that you're with.
put a brave face on something = put a bold face on something = put a good face on something
act as if something unpleasant or upsetting is not as bad as it really is
save face
retain respect
avoid humiliation
1994 - Thomas Boswell - Cracking Show - And Rose got to save face, at least in his own eyes, with one last brassy news conference.
save his face
enable someone to avoid humiliation
set your face against
oppose or resist with determination
his face fits
someone has the necessary qualities for something
1992 - Looks - My face fits and I've got the job!
throw something back in his face
reject something in
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Maryville College Venues
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Alumni Gym
Don't let its name fool you! Once a gym, this multipurpose facility has been the site for wedding receptions, inaugural banquets and anniversary parties. Featuring a beautiful hard-wood floor, the alumni gym seats up to 250 for a sit-down banquet. It also has a stage, sound system, projector and screen for special presentations, speakers and programs.
Chilhowee Club
Built as a gathering place for Blount County's lady's club, the Chilhowee Club is a charming venue that can be used for multiple types of events. It features a single large meeting room that can seat up to 70 for a banquet, a stage, piano and sound system.
House in the Woods
Built in 1917, it is a multi-purpose venue that was renovated in 2002 as a retreat and special event center. The house sets in a secluded setting in the campus woods. The House in the Woods is a popular choice for luncheons, banquets and other intimate gatherings.
Isaac's Grill
Isaac's is a multi-level room located in Bartlett Hall Student Center with a seating capacity of up to 150. Originally opened in 1901 as the College's gymnasium, the room features a unique oval-shaped second floor that opens to the main floor. The main floor features an oval shaped dais that can be used as a stage, dance floor or serving area. The room is creatively decorated with MC history and sports paraphernalia and features a big screen TV, sound system and CD changer.
The Proffitt Dining Room
The Proffitt Dining Room is located in Pearsons Hall and accommodates groups of up to 80 people. This beautifully decorated room features a fireplace and a private outside entrance and has an open parking area for easy accessibility. Because the room is quite versatile, offering many different room arrangements, it can be utilized for meetings and training workshops or for elegant banquets and receptions.
Clayton Center for the Arts Venues
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The William Baxter Lee III, Grand Foyer
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The Fulmer Family Special Events Room
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I'm looking for a really good apple pie recipe, maybe with a little something extra to make it stand out?
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Eli Zabeth
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Posted: Wed Oct 03, 2007 3:53 am
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I think the secret is to choose tart, firm apples. I use Haralson or Prairie Spy, but there are many other choices. The classic recipe, with a flaky crust & vanilla ice cream, is perfect.
If you want, use a streusel topping instead of a top crust. Brush the top crust with milk or lightly beaten egg before baking to give it a richer color.
For shine and sparkle, thin a quarter cup of light corn syrup with very hot water. When the pie is done, brush the thinned syrup over the top of the crust. You can add granulated sugar or decorative sugar at this time. Return the pie to the oven for two to three minutes to let the glaze dry and set.
If you really want something different, add Apple Brandy such as Calvados. Otherwise, there are some nice sour cream apple pie recipes out there.
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Eli Zabeth
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Last week the local paper printed the following recipe. It seems like a lot of work, but I'll bet it tastes divine!
Lynne Rossetto Kasper
Last update: October 10, 2007 11:17 PM
Makes a 9- or 10-inch two-crusted pie, serving 6 to 8.
Take the recipe a step at a time and you'll have an outstanding pie. Don't skip sugaring the apples ahead. This trick from baking pro Rose Levy Beranbaum ensures there'll be no soupy pie filling. Freezing the pastry ingredients for 20 minutes helps with a flaky crust. Make the crust first. As it chills, prepare the apples and set them aside. Then roll out the crust, give it a rest, fill and bake.
Pie crust:
21/3 c. flour
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4tsp. salt
2 sticks (1 c.) unsalted butter, each cut into 4 or 5 pieces
1 tbsp. lemon juice or vinegar
5 to 7 tbsp. ice water or iced apple juice
6 large Granny Smith apples (or other tart apple), peeled, cored and sliced about 1/2-in. thick
Juice of 1 large lemon
1/2to2/3c. tightly packed dark brown sugar
1/8tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2tsp. allspice
1/4tsp. ground ginger
Crust glaze:
1 egg, beaten
3 tbsp. sugar
To make the pie crust, put the flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt in a large plastic freezer bag. Add the cut-up butter and freeze 20 minutes to 3 months. Turn the contents into a food processor and process a few seconds, or until the butter pieces are the size of large peas. Add the lemon juice or vinegar, and 5 tablespoons ice water. Pulse until the dough barely begins gathering in clumps. If it is dry, sprinkle in the rest of the water and pulse. Gather the dough into 2 balls, one slightly larger than the other. Wrap and chill 30 to 60 minutes.
Toss together the apples and lemon juice. Add the sugar, salt, cinnamon, allspice and ground ginger, tasting for sweetness. Turn into a sieve and set over a bowl. Leave for 30 to 60 minutes.
Grease a 9- or 10-inch pie plate. Roll out the bigger piece of dough on a well-floured board into a big circle that's about 1/8- to 1/16-inch thick. Lightly flour the top of the dough to keep it from sticking. Fit it into the pie pan, leaving about a 2-inch overhang. Chill 30 minutes.
Spread a piece of foil over a cookie sheet. Roll out remaining dough to a circle about 16 inches in diameter. Spread it on the foil and chill 30 minutes.
Turn the drained juices from the filling into a saucepan and boil them into a thick syrup. Scrape back into the apples. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Fill the bottom of the pie shell with the apples, mounding them high. Cover with the other pastry. Seal edges together by rolling the overhang over the top crust and pinching them together. There should be a high ridge of crust around the pie-plate rim. Brush beaten egg over the top of the pie and sprinkle with sugar. Cut three steam vents into top crust with small sharp knife.
Bake the pie on a cookie sheet for 45 to 60 minutes, or until juices are bubbling and the apples are tender when you pierce them through one of the steam holes. If edges get too dark, cover them with foil. Cool the pie on a rack. Serve it warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition information per serving:
Calories 500 Fat 24 g Sodium 126 mg
Carbohydrates 69 g Saturated fat 15 g Calcium 43 mg
Protein 5 g Cholesterol 81 mg Dietary fiber 3 g
Diabetic exchanges per serving: 1 fruit, 2 bread/starch, 1½ other carb, 5 fat.
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I'm running kernel 3.7.9-2ARCH and my window manager is XFCE4
I have a laptop that has an external card that supports
4.0 + mic
2.0/1 speakers
Built In sound.
speakers basically 3 plugs
You can skip reading the quote here and go straight down to where i said "Mute Master", but it might tell you something more about the issue.
So alsa mixer gives me these settings
Master, PCM, Front, Surround, Mic Jack Mode, Beep, Mute-LED mode.
Mic jack mode sets the microphone plug's settings to be line-in for center/subwoofer or to be a mic-in.
Don't know what beep is supposed to do, haven't seen it before
I have a laptop like this
It's supposed to have an intergrated subwoofer (so it should be 2.1)
But i see no option for configuring said subwoofer. then again i'm not so sure if i had that in windows either i'll have to re-check that.
Most important options shown are
Master, Front, Surround
I am using my intergrated 2.1 speaker system.
If i mute front:
Front mutes
Master mutes
Unmute master = No sound
Unmute front = No sound
Mute and unmute surround (With the other 2 unmuted) = Sound back on.
If i mute surround:
Surround mutes
Master Mutes
Unmute Master = no sound
Mute and unmute front = no sound
Unmute surround = Sound back on.
So to figure out what was going on, i reduced the volume of Front and Surround and figured out
Surround = Speakers
Front = Intergrated Subwoofer.
That's pretty twisted. So basically this means my setup is according to alsa
With my subwoofer as the Front 2.0 speakers and my intergrated speakers as the rear 2.0 speakers
Or thats my guess, but it actually plays as if both speakers were the front speakers. (it only uses 2 channels)''
My subwoofer is really just a mono speaker you could say.
The most annoying part in all of this is:
Mute Master
Master mutes
Unmute master = no sound
mute and unmute front = no sound
mute and unmute surround = sound back on.
And of course same deal if i mute and unmute surround first, doesnt matter in which order i do it.
This means i can not use a mute/unmute media button since the command for it just mutes the alsa master sound.
I actually had a similar problem on another laptop with my mute button, it worked fine but if i plugged headphones in i'd get this same weird issue
Is it xfce4 or is it alsa thats causing the issue with all the mutes being tied together in some weird way?
what can i do to fix this?
I didnt say hi to the forrum. this will be my first post. I'm a long time linux user and injoy it. I've used it since red hat 5.2
the days of downloading red hat for free. then jumped to mandrake, mandriva, ubuntu and then archlinux.
archlinux has the best pac manager I used so fair. Now on to alsa I'm also having this problem. I've done a little
searching linux 3.8 claims to fix a lot of alsa issues. it might be a driver conflict problem.
I'm not really sure I am understanding the underlying problem, but you know you can remap the media key to mute whichever chanel you want it to, right?
"UNIX is simple and coherent..." - Dennis Ritchie, "GNU's Not UNIX" - Richard Stallman
Bump. Toshiba A660 mute master mutes headphone and speaksa also. Unmute master does not unmute headphone and speaker, so no sound until unmute them manually
Is it xfce4 or is it alsa thats causing the issue with all the mutes being tied together in some weird way?
It looks like a problem for the ALSA devs to ponder - I would say to use their bugzilla, but it's down
no sound until unmute them manually
As a workaround, amixer can be used to do that in a script - just so it doesn't have to be done manually.


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It's true, while quantum computing closes the door on conventional encryption, it opens another door for quantum encryption. But unfortunately quantum encryption is not a direct substitute for PKI, leaving us to revert to point to point security. Without a CA, quantum entangled material would need to be exchanged and managed between parties beforehand (think every devices*website, wholly unrealistic). Or the traffic would have to be routed through a trusted proxy which has a secure quantum encrypted channel to both parties and is responsible for securing the traffic between them (more likely, but less ideal).
Also, quantum encryption suffers from the same bootstrapping issues as conventional encryption. You may have gotten a secure "quantum encryption card" in the mail, but without an out of band mechanism to validate it's authenticity (traditionally PKI), it's vulnerable to man in the middle attacks.
User <-> Service // normal secure quantum tunnel
User <-> Attacker <-> Service // attacker impersonates user to service, and impersonates service to user by swapping the quantum atoms and proceeds to mount a conventional man in the middle attack.
To address this using quantum encryption, one would probably need a third party which is already secure to validate that the bits the user is transferring match those seen by the service. This test would need to be done at the beginning of every session. However all this introduces more complexity and new failure modes because there's no quantum equivalent to PKI's offline authentication.
I'm just learning about quantum encryption so let me know if there are any errors in my understanding.


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