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ARLINGTON – Hideki Irabu's August meltdown continued last night in a searing Texas inferno. The best pitcher in the AL during July has displayed all the constitution of an ice cube left in the mid-day sun.
And unless Irabu can find a way to reverse the process soon, he is going to be left in a very big puddle known as mop up man when Joe Torre selects his four-man rotation for the postseason.
Torre loves Roger Clemens' experience. He remembers Andy Pettitte's good October moments more than the bad ones. Torre's leading winner is Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez and the only way David Cone doesn't get the ball is if he is ailing. That means with more than a month left in the regular season, Irabu needs to step it up and fast. Even then it may not be enough.
"He got a lot of balls up and his velocity wasn't there," catcher Jorge Posada said of Irabu, who was shelled in a 7-3 loss to the Rangers last night in front of 38,345 at The Ballpark, where the game-time temperature was 98 degrees. "He didn't throw the way he could."
Irabu hasn't come close to being the pitcher he was in July when a 4-0 record and 2.64 ERA earned him AL Pitcher of the Month. In his last four outings, Irabu is 1-2 with a hefty 7.66 ERA.
So what gives? Is he hurt? Out of gas much in the same way he was in the second half of last year? Or can we expect one hot streak a year from Irabu?
"During the games, my pitching balance is off," said Irabu, who flushed a 3-0 lead by giving up six runs and 10 hits in five-plus innings to fall to 10-5. "It's more the timing of my drive."
The timing of Irabu's dive is horrible. While Torre says it's too early to begin thinking about the postseason since the Yankees haven't won the AL East yet, Torre and pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre aren't going to wait until the last minute to decide what the Yankees' rotation is going to be.
"He watches closely," Cone says of Torre.
What he saw from Irabu last night didn't please him. Staked to a 3-0 lead via two runs in the first and the red-hot Tino Martinez' 21st homer in the third, Irabu spit it all out in the third and couldn't get an out in the sixth.
"We need to pitch better than we did tonight," Torre said. "[Irabu] was up, up, up. Too many balls belt-high and this ball club will kill you with that. It's the same problem he has had the last few times out. Even the last game when he pitched the seventh inning, which was the best of all the innings, he was having problems getting his ball down, especially his splitter and the same went tonight."
Consecutive singles by Mark McLemore, Ivan Rodriguez and Rusty Greer produced runs in the third and Juan Gonzalez plated the go-ahead run with a sacrifice fly.
MVP candidate Rafael Palmeiro opened the sixth with his 39th homer and when Lee Stevens singled home Todd Zeile from second, Torre hooked Irabu.
Meanwhile, the Yankees had several chances to dent Esteban Loaiza and couldn't. Since Ranger manager Johnny Oates emptied his bullpen in the first two games, he appreciated Loaiza giving him seven innings in which he allowed three runs to win his seventh straight and improve to 7-1.
Jeff Zimmerman dodged a bullet in the eighth when he fanned Posada on a 3-2 pitch with runners on second and third and two outs. Even though it wasn't a save situation, John Wetteland worked the ninth as Oates wasn't going to take any chances of getting swept by the Yankees at home.
"It was frustrating," Oates said of losing to the Yankees, who finished the season series against the Rangers at 8-4. "I get tired of getting beat by the same people all the time. You get tired of answering questions about the Yankees."
Today, the biggest question the Yankees have is Irabu. Torre says the reason Irabu's pitches are hittable is because he is relying on his arm instead of his shoulder to unleash the ball. Irabu says it has more to do with balance, a problem he corrected earlier this season by adding a little bounce step with his right foot.
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Rhonda Smolarek wrote a short article on LinkedIn about the social media and it reminded me of a 'Facebook' discussion a few month ago that went sour. A video of a US policeman punching the crap out of someone on the ground by a busy interstate was posted. What intrigued me more was the reaction of the Facebookers. I'm calling them facebookers as they take on a different persona than their real/ corporeal ones. They all assumed on face value that the Policeman was punching the person because a. She was black or b. She was black or c. She was black. Immediately a complete mistrust and assumption that the White US Policeman was a racist who liked punching old black women at the side of a busy interstate. I posed the question as to why the Policeman was punching the crap out of the woman and the response was pretty abusive to say the least. I asked what happened prior to the video clip? What was the reason behind the attack? From the further responses I understood what the term 'Troll' meant and decided not to continue and left the conversation. It was pointless continuing as people who posted the clip had already made up their minds when they posted it. In effect it wasn't a discussion, but a joint call for outrage. There's a reason why these people will sit in their living rooms and comment on stuff and not make any real impact in a court of law. It seems that the whole social media phenomena has altered how we interact and influence the world. It draws on moods and motives we would normally inhibit around real people, it pulls out alternative versions of ourselves, as to how we want to be viewed. For many people it's escapism and some of the things posted are to simply to evoke responses from the cyber masses. The whole organism, the whole multicellular community is host to influence and will sway and move in a manner the protagonist's want. The media have been doing this for a couple of centuries and they're very good at only showing you a portion of the facts, whilst not lying to you, but leading you down the wrong rabbit hole to a conclusion divorced from reality. Only recently have the ordinary person been enabled to wield this power – vloggers, bloggers, Facebookers and Twitterers alike. The consumerists among us are vulnerable to this, such as those poor, hapless Facebookers who were subjected to that video clip of Police aggression. No thought had gone into motives and reasons for the attack – I didn't make any assumption or come to any conclusion with regards to this at the time as there was insufficient information.
The expressional release of ourselves or our virtual selves can be seen as a healthy output for many of us who cannot express ourselves in the real world whether it be for health or psychological reasons. But for many as Rhonda mentions in her potent article, there is a lie and in a sense we're losing ourselves to media influences such. There are parallels to the host of young people who flock to the middle east in the illusion that they're fighting for some romantic cause for the Islamic State. Cast your minds back a century to those German and Commonwealth soldiers who marched to war, smiling, banners flying, crowds cheering, only to have their minds dashed away by the reality of war.


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Although the next version of Google's mobile operating system, Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), is expected to go live later this month, there will be a lag, as usual, between release time and when you might see the OS on your Android device.
That's because the handset makers, not Google, determine when to allow upgrades to their smartphones. The arrangement is supposed to foster innovation, but it also fosters frustration among users who can't get the latest version of Android in a timely manner--or in some cases, at all. It has also fostered a fragmented ecosystem that's vulnerable to attacks by hackers.
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Nevertheless, some Android devices will have Jelly Bean out of the gate.
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As for handset makers HTC, Sony Mobile (formerly Sony Ericsson), and LG, Pocket-lint predicts that Jelly Bean will not arrive on their hardware anytime soon. LG acknowledged to the website that it is too busy trying to implement Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0) to put much emphasis on Jelly Bean.
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This story could easily begin, "Once upon a time…."
I remember the headlines gushing throughout all the major news networks in the summer of 2000. I said to myself, "Damn fine job, devil dog." I mean, who wouldn't want to meet, rescue, and marry a royal princess?
Marine Jason Johnson and I sat down to talk about his marrying a Bahraini princess and the culminating effect it had on the media, the Marine Corps, and these two individuals' marriage.
Jason wanted to be a Marine from day one. His recruiter bobbed and weaved with various MOSs until Jason declared, "I want to be Marine Security Forces." Marine Corps Security Forces guard nuclear warheads, embassies, and have rapidly deployable anti-terror teams. The Marines who enter security forces are all infantrymen, then go on to security force school in Chesapeake, Virginia. Jason says the best training of his life occurred in security forces school.
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"I made out a wish list with Bangor, Washington; London, England; and Kings Bay, Georgia. I didn't want to leave the States, but low and behold, I got sent to Bahrain."
Jason got lit-up by a tenacious sergeant for wearing a baseball hat the moment he stepped on the tarmac. Things were not off to a great start. They loaded him in a van and set off for his new duty location, Al Mannai Plaza Hotel. The Marines were charged with guarding and ensuring the safety of the 500 American personnel who lived in the hotel.
Arriving at the hotel, Jason was in awe at the arsenal of Jersey barriers, Beretta pistols, 240 Gulf machine guns, and M16s wielded by the Marines. The place looked like it could house the world's most deadly terrorist. Once inside, Jason was shown to his room and told by his beloved sergeant that someone would come for him later. He did not see anyone for three days.
A week-long guard school was started, detailing post orders, shift assignments, and local threats. The men were informed that Bahrain was a melting pot for numerous terrorist factions. The place was so hot, intelligence discovered that the 1996 Khobar Towers bombing in Saudi Arabia was originally planned for Jason's new home at the hotel.
Meeting the princess
Jason met the Bahraini royal, Meriam Al Khalifa, through another Marine when she called the hotel one night. They soon became close and their feelings began to escalate. He found out about her lineage three months into the relationship. It came up when he asked about her family.
"By the way, I'm a member of the royal family," she said.
From then on, his meetings with her became very secretive. "If I was walking with her somewhere, it was obvious who she was and I received bad looks from people. Before I met her, we would hang out with ordinary girls and no one paid attention to us." They would meet at movies, strategically entering and departing at different times.
Cease all contact: Conflicting versions
Meriam told Jason that the Bahraini secret police had spotted them kissing at the famous Tree of Life. The police informed the parents, but no formal discipline was administered because of her status.
After two years of marriage, Meriam confessed that the story she had initially told wasn't true. She admitted that her mom found pictures of Jason in her school bag."I think she made it up and wanted out of her country. She was young and I'm not sure what was going through her mind."
To this day, Jason doesn't know her motivation for telling two different versions.
Communicating with dead drops
Jason and the princess were banned from seeing each other. Love proved too strong, however, and they quickly developed a way to communicate.
Meriam used a friend's cell phone from school to set the plan in place. She told Jason to leave messages with a lady who worked at a jewelry kiosk in the mall. Once a week, Meriam would clear the drop and leave letters for Jason.
Escape plan
The couple met one more time before fleeing to the United States. The Marines snuck her into the hotel to facilitate this meeting. Jason pre-arranged for Meriam to bring along her passport photos.
"We had already spoken of the plan to flee Bahrain and get married. I didn't want her to know all the details. I protected her in the event the plan went sideways."
The couple talked briefly before the Marines dropped her back with her personal chauffer and royal security team.
Forgery and fabrication
Jason and the princess penetrated seven layers of security in Bahrain's airport with fake documents.
"I got nervous at one point when the airline told us they didn't have enough seats on the flight."
He confidently showed his orders and expressed the need to return to the United States.
"After that, they were able to get seats for us."
Meriam's demeanor was surprisingly calm, noted Jason. "I told her not to say anything or ask questions."
He confidently walked throughout the checkpoints with all pertinent documents in hand. "Here are my orders, and here are her orders."
To fabricate the military identification, Jason found an insider in administration to aid them.
"I made up a green military ID card for her. My connection in admin gave me a file to print the ID. The problem was the paper I used; it was too light. I eventually went to heavier gloss paper to give the ID card weight."
The only thing left was the holographic security measure.
"I visited the Navy admin office and told them my hologram was wearing off my personal ID. They laminated another piece over the old lamination. "I was able to just pop it off." From there, Jason used an iron and towel to melt his newly acquired holographic lamination onto Meriam's military ID.
Bahrain to London to Chicago
A supervisor for INS was already on the phone with the State Department when the couple arrived in Chicago. As the couple walked through immigration, the INS agent looked up and saw the lovebirds. They had also tried to catch them in London, but were about 20 minutes too late.
They were separated at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago. Meriam timidly filled out arduous intake documents and requested political asylum. The princess sat in a holding area for three days while Jason desperately called from a nearby hotel to get a status update. On the third day, INS called and informed Jason that she was free to go. They stayed in Chicago one more night in order to book flights to their end destination—Las Vegas.
Marine command
A week before Jason left Bahrain, an officer from his command called him to the naval base. The officer said, "You know that higher command hates these motherfuckers (Bahrainis). If you took her, that could start a war here and we could kill them all."
The officer didn't know that Jason had already been planning the escape. "I don't know sir, I'll give it some thought," Jason replied. The officer wanted to have another conversation with Jason prior to his leave. That talk would never happen. Jason and Meriam would soon flee the country on their own terms.
Media attention
The day before Jason's court-martial, the media storm struck. This was a year since landing with the princess in Chicago. Jason kept their story a secret and waited until the night before his summary court-martial in June, 2001 to go to the media. He only contacted the media to prevent unfair treatment against them from either government. He admits wrongdoing and acknowledges a punishment should be administered for his crimes.
"The Marines were more than fair with me considering what I did." He took full responsibility for his actions, an act that probably spared him. The judge demoted him from lance corporal to private, assigned him 45 days of hard labor, and ordered forfeiture of pay. All the charges were later suspended. Jason was only demoted to private first class.
Jason has been featured in People Magazine five times, as well as the Marine Times, Harpers Bazaar, Us Weekly, T.V. Guide, 48 Hours, and has appeared on Oprah, The View, and numerous local news and radio programs.
One that sticks out in his mind is Oprah. "I don't care for her or like her. I was told if she makes a mistake, don't correct her."
The coolest person he met was Barbara Walters. "She sat down and talked to us like normal people before and after the broadcast."
People would recognize the couple in public for years after the media attention. Although the attention has significantly died down, he still gets stopped and asked if he is the Marine who married the princess. Now a family man, he shys away from the attention. He has a beautiful wife and child, and that's where his focus lies.
The movie
The movie came out in February of 2001 and created the most highly contested bidding war in television history. "It was weird watching the movie. At the time, I hung out with the star of the movie, Mark Paul (you know him as Zack from "Saved by the Bell"). Standing behind the camera watching them film was surreal. The overall story behind it was accurate, but budget and access to sites made it a little cheesy." At the time, the movie wasn't about making a blockbuster; it had to made quickly to draw congressional attention to Meriam's situation. It was important to safeguard and prevent her deportation to a country that despised her.
The fairytale flamed out a few years after they married. The last time they saw each other was in June, 2009, at divorce court. The princess and the Marine exchanged pleasantries and went their separate ways. Jason doesn't know the whereabouts of Meriam today or what is going on in her life. Meriam did end up getting her green card prior to the divorce being finalized. She is rumored to be in the Las Vegas area and was unreachable for this interview.
Looking back, Jason remembers the Marines he served with and considers them brothers for life. "That's the best thing that came out of this whole experience." Jason Johnson resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, today. He still follows the Marines, meddles at the gun range, and strives to be a great father.
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Power ministers of the North East will urge the Centre to work on an alternative link through neighbouring Bangladesh for an uninterrupted power supply to their region, a Tripura minister said on Friday.
A decision on this was taken at a meeting of the North East Power Committee (NEPC), attended by the power ministers of the region, in Shillong. The meeting ended yesterday. "The alternative line will run through the plains of Bangladesh and there will be fewer chances of interruptions," Tripura Power minister Manik Dey told PTI.
He said a resolution on this will shortly be sent to the Centre and then be examined by the Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. If found feasible, the Centre may take the matter up with the Bangladesh Government. "The present line runs through tough terrains and faces the impact of adverse weather, as a result of which power supply is sometimes disturbed," he said. If the line within the country failed for some reason, the alternative line could work and a steady power supply maintained, he said.
Dey said at present there is a 400KV line from the Palatana power project in Tripura's Gomati district to Bongaigaon in West Bengal and another link from here to South Comilla in Bangladesh. If a link could connect the existing lines between Bongaigaon and South Comilla, there could be an alternative supply, he said.
Dey, who is also the transport minister, said he had been informed by Railway officials that the infrastructure for launching a Rajdhani Express from Agartala was ready in Tripura. He said the state government had on several occasions requested the Centre to launch the Rajdhani Express from Tripura and would raise the matter again.


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The IRS last week released an advance version of Rev. Proc. 2016-44 that provided safe harbor conditions under which a management contract does not: (1) result in private business use of property financed with governmental tax-exempt bonds under section 141(b); or (2) cause the modified private business use test for property financed with qualified 501(c)(3) bonds under section 145(a)(2)(B) to be met.
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Mostly it is like a priority book, so all your appointments and memorandums will go here. You should always have it with you during business hours, so it should be designed so as to fit in your pocket. Of course where you need to write, you will need a pen, so always carry your own.
Furthermore with the advent of the internet and online shopping, it has become much simpler and time saving to buy personalized leather notepads. You can just go to any printers site and use the customize options to create your own writing pad. Be sure to make it reflect responsibility and professionalism. Many people like to make their writing pads vibrant by using cartoon pictures, but this makes you look very childish in an industrial environment.


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The seemingly endless stretches of palm-fringed beach touted in the tourist brochures are most heavily associated with Punta Cana in the southeast of the island, where most of the big all- inclusive resorts are, and Puerto Plata in the north, while Sammana is also gathering momentum as a hip tropical getaway. In the capital, Santo Domingo, the concentration of New World history in the old Zona Colonial is well worth a day's sightseeing, but outside its walls the huge, frenetic city can be overwhelming. Casa de Campo on the way from Santo Domingo to La Romana is a popular bolthole for visiting celebrities, and an obligatory stopover for the golf nut. Take a tour of the Altos de Chavon hilltop village, a fairytale Italian-style creation that draws in artists, musicians and architecture boffins. Santo Domingo's natural beauty is impossible to narrow down into highlights. If you have time, venture into the central mountains to hike the Caribbean's highest mountains, or head underground at Los Haytises or Los Tres Ojos to explore the yawning limestone caves that run beneath the country.
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Sun Devil Stars of Tomorrow: WR Ellis JeffersonPosted: Updated:
TEMPE, Ariz. -- The opportunity was there, and he took it.
The 2013 Sun Devils had a dire need at the wide receiver position, and they wasted little time in throwing their five newcomers at the spot into the fire. Knowing the situation that lay before him, Ellis Jefferson went to work acclimating himself to the speed of the collegiate game after a standout prep career in Texas.
With every leaping grab or tough catch in traffic in fall camp, Jefferson worked his way up the depth chart.
"Coming in, the coaches told me that I had a big opportunity to be a big part of the team as a freshman," Jefferson said. "I was really excited. I knew that I needed to prepare myself because I knew that college was faster than high school football. When I got here and I started working out, I adjusted myself. I think that I adjusted really well."
At one point during camp, Jefferson even earned first-team reps over senior Kevin Ozier. The path to playing time as a true freshman was clear.
Then came the injury.
"It wasn't that bad of a feeling," said Jefferson of the injury. "I knew that I had the opportunity to start, and they gave me those opportunities and I was starting during camp. But then I had a groin injury and that's what stopped me."
That injury sidelined Jefferson for the rest of camp. Other players at the position stepped up to contribute, and ultimately Jefferson took a redshirt. Rather than being disappointed, Jefferson feels that it will aid his career.
"Now that I redshirted, I'm honestly happy," Jefferson. "Now I can get bigger, stronger, and faster and still be considered a freshman."
ASU's outlook at receiver is now a lot better than it was a year ago, and Jefferson now projects to play a role.
Jaelen Strong returns as one of the premier playmakers in the entire Pac-12, but the depth chart after him is up in the air.
In addition to returning veterans Cameron Smith and Rick Smith, the program brought in three heralded prospects in the 2014 recruiting class, two of whom (Tyler Whiley and Eric Lauderdale) have consensus 4-star ratings are are expected to contribute this fall.
At 6-foot-4, Jefferson has the big frame and sure hands that have him well suited for the Y, or slot, receiver role that Ozier played last season. However, after a year in the team's strength and conditioning program, Jefferson now feels his improved speed make him a fit anywhere.
"I think I fit perfectly," Jefferson said of ASU's offensive scheme. "With what I do, I can run short routes and go for 50, or I can go deep on a post and still catch the ball. I can play the inside slot, which I'm playing now, or I can play the outside spot. I fit the offense very well."
This year, Strong will command the defense's primary attention, which could lead a driven player like Jefferson to have a big impact as ASU looks to repeat as Pac-12 South champions.
What were the biggest challenges you faced in 2013?: "On the field, it was doing every little thing right, like running a 10-yard in instead of an eight-yard in, making the right the right choices when I do my reads of the linebackers and safeties. The coaches are more strict here, and that's what I like, because they need to be strict to make me better. Out of school, it's time management. I'm on my own now, my parents are not there to wake me up in the morning and make sure my homework is done. It's all on me. I'm doing a good job now of handling that."
What have you learned from the veteran receivers?: "Jaelen (Strong) always told me that when things go bad, just keep grinding. He's taught me a lot of things like how to get off the ball during press, and how to run better routes. He also showed me different ways to run routes. Kevin (Ozier) also helped me out. I took his position at one point, and with him being a senior he still helped me out. I really respected that. He taught me how to shake the linebackers. That have helped me out a lot. All the receivers help each other out with the stuff that we know and the knowledge that we learned."
How has the coaching staff helped you grow? "It's all about trust. That's the biggest thing that sticks out. I believe that our coaches know what they're talking about. I don't want to say I didn't want to listen to them, but some part of me is saying 'Maybe I should do my own thing.' At the end of the day, I need to listen to them and they know what they are talking about. When I do use the skills that they do, I progress and I get better."
Where have you improved the most since last year?: "I think I've gotten faster. With my yards-after-catch, I think I've gotten better with that, and I can't wait to show that on the field."
What is the focus of offseason work heading into spring?: "I want to accelerate faster off the ball, and I need to work on my release. Just getting bigger in the weight room. I want to weight 215 by next season."
What are your goals for this year?: "I want to be a starter. I want to have 1,000 yards. Those are my goals right now."
What should fans expect from you in 2014?: "It should be exciting. There should be a lot of explosive plays coming their way. I hope everyone can come out to the games and be ready for the big plays."
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Ed Sheeran Shuts Down The Critics Who Accused Him Of Miming At Glastonbury
26 June 2017, 15:27
The 'Shape Of You' singer's headline performance at Glastonbury Festival divided opinion.
As always with a festival as huge as Glastonbury, the line up can't please everyone!
And even one of the world's biggest artists, Ed Sheeran, couldn't keep the haters at bay when he took to the Pyramid Stage for the headline slot of this year's Glastonbury Festival.
The red headed singer-songwriter opened his set with his hit 'Castle On A Hill' and performed the whole thing on stage alone with only his guitar and a loop pedal, the latter of which has been the cause of many of the complaints.
Ed uses a loop pedal to record his vocals and guitar live on stage, he then loops the recordings so he can layer up the accompaniment and make for a sound that seems much larger than just one man and his guitar on stage.
The effect is amazingly impressive and it isn't easy to do, but on Saturday when Ed recorded his own vocals, played them back with the loop pedal and then sang over the top of them, it led many to wrongly accuse him of using a backing track or miming.
#Glastonbury— William Snootsworth (@Snootsworth) June 25, 2017
Basically it's Ed Sheeran singing to a backing track.
Couldn't he get real musicians?
I like him but all a bit karaoke.
think it would have given a better atmosphere if Ed Sheeran had employed a band instead of a backing track? #glastonbury2017 #glastonbury— sam bramwell (@bumfluffboo) June 25, 2017
Watching Ed Sheeran at Glasto. Why is he bothering with a guitar, it's carrying on in the background when he stops playing! #miming— Alex Lane (@alexlane1982) June 25, 2017
Awkward! Of course, many of Ed's loyal fans were quick to jump to his defence and explain how a loop pedal works, but the singer himself also decided to wade in on the discussion.
He said: "Never thought I'd have to explain it, but everything I do in my live show is live, it's a loop station, not a backing track. Please google".
Never thought I'd have to explain it, but everything I do in my live show is live, it's a loop station, not a backing track. Please google x— Ed Sheeran (@edsheeran) June 26, 2017
It's disappointing that he felt the need to defend himself on the biggest night of his career, but it's easy to see how some people were fooled by his musical gadgets - he's so flippin' good!
Thankfully the majority of people were full of praise for the 26-year-old's set including many of his celebrity pals who tweeted their support.
Too proud of this guy look at the crowd #Glastobury2017— #GSAP (@Stormzy1) June 25, 2017
Ed sheeran headlining Glastonbury with just his guitar and killing it with what he's come from is encouraging for the music industry.— Brian Mcfadden (@BrianMcFadden) June 25, 2017


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When the weather turns cooler I always struggle to get myself out the door for a run. Especially with the sun setting so early here (4:30 whaaat?!?) all I want to do is stay home on the couch under a cozy blanket. I find that having the right gear really helps get my butt out the door. A good pair of cold weather tights and a wicking top are key. Also, I recently got that headband/ear warmer above. Changed my life! No more wind-numbed ears AND it really helps keep those earbuds in. Nothing worse than having to fumble around with headphones that don't stay in. If you are a nighttime or early morning runner safety is super important. That flashing arm band will keep you visible to cars and cyclists.
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Three women's lives are about to change because of a few delicate pieces of china...
When Jenny Davis comes across a beautiful vintage tea set at an outdoor market in the English countryside, she's convinced it's fate. A young bride on a budget, she has her heart set on a vintage tea-party theme for her wedding—and the gorgeous gold-rimmed china before her is perfect. There's only one problem. Two other women have fallen in love with it, too. So they come up with a solution: They'll share it.
They establish a sisterhood, sharing the ups and downs of their lives—from broken hearts and weddings, to family drama and career dreams. When a figure from Jenny's past threatens to ruin her big day, Alison's teenage daughter pushes her to the limit, and Maggie's romantic life is thrown into turmoil, the members of the Vintage Teacup Club band together—proving their newfound friendship will last a lifetime.
Received for review.
I'm not normally a huge fan of Chick Lit, but the combination of a tea set and the English countryside was just too much for me to pass up.
I actually didn't particularly like or identify with any of the characters, which is really never a good sign. I just didn't really connect with any of them so my enjoyment of the book suffered a bit from that.
The idea of a group of women sharing a vintage tea set was intriguing and, frankly, more than a bit reminiscent of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. I came to discover that that's really what it was. It was a Sisterhood of women at different stages of their lives and living in England. It didn't have the emotional impact of the The Sisterhood but it was well written enough to make it a tolerable read.
If you enjoy Chick Lit this will most likely prove to be an enjoyable read for you.
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Know your Skin Care Products for a"Healthy Life style" Part 2
This is Part Two of a three-part article. Please see Part One Here.
What do these things have in common?
They all contain dangerous chemicals.
1+1=2 , 2+2-4, 4+4=16. Do that for 2 minutes and you will be surprised how quickly you will get into hundreds and then thousands.
I know that you can add. But do you add up the amount of harmful chemicals that you bombard your blood stream with each day? What goes through our pores are just as crucial as what goes in our mouth. Here is a brief look at what could be lurking in a bottle. It is always a good idea to Know Your Skin Care Products for a"Healthy Lifestyle"
Consider that:
- Over time, you are actually accumulating a lot of muck in your body.
- They will eventually clog your organs and working systems?
- Every chemical that goes into your body gives extra work for your kidneys and liver?
- They also put your immune system into over drive.
- Eventually your weakened immune system is severely compromised in fighting off other harmful bacteria and viruses?
Here are some of the main culprits regularly used in skin care and beauty products that you would never knowingly place in your body
- PARABENS These are synthetic preservatives that are used to keep these concoctions fresh and stop micro-organisms and bacteria from growing in them. We know about preservatives in our food, and hopefully know the dangers of them. But they are also in our skin care products.
These PARABENS are known to disrupt the body's hormonal balance. They lead to hormonal cancers like breast cancer and ovarian cancer. They lead to early puberty in children. I Heard a story once of a mother who almost lost her mind when her 8 year old daughter starting having a period. They also lead to birth defects, and contribute significantly to organ toxicity and failure as the liver and kidneys try their best to fight these invaders.
There are so many of these parabens that they are classified or renamed. When I read labels and the word is too long, It is easier to skip over it and look for a word that you have an idea what it is. Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Propylparaben are all parabens. But the manufacturer would never label them as synthetic preservatives, because it registers stronger in your mind.
2. How often have you seen the word "Parfum" on a label? Did you think it is rose extract? I used to, because the word parfum conjures up an image of sweet smelling.
It is more marketable than the word Phthalates, which are one of several chemicals usually disguised as " fragrance" and often called "parfum".
They are in your perfumes and colognes, hair care products, hair color, and deodorants.
Almost all conventional beauty products contain phthalates.
When not in our beauty products, Phthalates are used to soften plastic. They are in adhesives, building materials, films, and pesticides.
They're typically used as solvents, and to make fragrances last longer.
Phthalates are linked to bioaccumulation, which means they become trapped in the body of both animals and humans FOREVER
Phthalates Act like estrogen. They disrupt endocrine system and are associated with early puberty in girls.
3. Ethylenedimine and Tetraacetic Acid . Often called EDTA is used as a stabilizer in beauty products, so that the various ingredients don't settle or separate. That's a nifty trick, but it also means that EDTA is very stable itself and doesn't biodegrade even when they are lodged in your body.
4.If you saw BHT on a label would you think it is actually (Butylated Hydroxtoluene) ? is a white to yellowish-white, crystalline solid, that is used to stop fats and oils from going rancid. When they are not in your beauty products, they are doing the same job as a stabilizer in pesticides, gasoline, and lubricants.
Eyeliners, eye shadows, eyebrow pencils, lipsticks, blushes, face powders, and foundations, as well as in perfumes, moisturizers, and personal cleanliness products, and skin cleansers all have BHT, along with several food items, including cereal. (sorry guys, had to throw that one in)
5. Have you ever seen this word on the labels? Propylene glycol ? It is one efficient multi-tasker . When it is not working to maintain moisture in the skin, it is a key ingredient in embalming and brake fluids. It is also used as a solvent in the plastics industry. In a different container it is known as antifreeze. It is put in skin care (including deodorants and anti-perspirants),and cosmetic products as a softener, but has been found to damage the central nervous system, the liver and the heart.
6. I used to see this word all over the place and thought it meant, that it smells sweet. (somehow talcum powder always smelled sweet). Because in the innocent mind, you don't think that when you pay money for a product that it is dangerous. Or that the mission of the person who made it is primarily to get you to exchange it for your money.
Talc is the primary ingredient in baby powder, and other talcum powders. It is in deodorants, sunscreens, and other cosmetics. One would think it is harmless since it is so commonly used. However, it's often contaminated by asbestos, which is a well- known carcinogen, and talc by is also believed to be linked to cancer.
For a few decades I taught children how to read, and more importantly, to understand what they are reading. I used to use the example of reading signs and signals when driving, and how dangerous it can be if you cannot read a warning sign. You can't function well in the world without being able to read.
Now it seems we can't live unless we read labels and understand what they mean to our longevity and that of the younger generations in our care. Because others are content to trade our health and wellness for the accumulation of wealth, we must always be on the look out for hidden dangers in our beauty products, just as you would for a "stop" sign, or "road work ahead. " Know Your Skin Care Products for a"Healthy Lifestyle"
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Teaching your puppy good potty habits is an essentially part of puppy training. In fact, difficulty with potty training is one of the major reasons owners return, sell or even put down their dog – but it can be a real test. Thankfully, we've come up with a method of training which is sure to succeed, ensuring that accidents will be few and far between and your puppy will be confident in knowing what to do in a matter of days!
I'm not saying that it'll be a walk in the park. In fact, it'll be a lot of walks in the park, and accidents will happen; that's just part of the job, and you must be ready to deal with it – but once you and your puppy master this basic training, you'll find life much easier. Your puppy will be happy and confident, which will get your relationship off to a great start – so just dig in! Here's my ultimate guide to puppy potty training, allowing you to choose a regime to set you and your puppy on the road to quick, simple and effective potty training.
Remembering the basic instructions is a sure way to set yourself on the right course, ensuring you'll always remain on track, even when there are accidents and setbacks.
First of all, you need to be picky when you choose your breeder – it starts with him and the habits he passes down to your puppy, so make sure to check him out. Visiting the puppies at home with the breeder is a good idea, and make sure to ask about the puppy's habits and observe his behaviour – does he carry the puppy outside when it needs to go to the toilet? Does he pay the puppies a lot of attention even when you're visiting him?
Secondly, remember to keep a cool head – you're the trusted adult here! This means that you have to be consistent – go outside with your puppy often, and not only when it suits you; whether you're tired, busy or simply can't be bothered, make sure not to miss an outing. Patience is also key – it's important that you remember to give your puppy all the time she needs when you're out walking. You must accept that she cannot learn everything in one day – she's depending on you, so be aware of your responsibilities.
Above all, remember to praise your puppy in a soft voice whenever she goes to the toilet successful. It's a big deal, so let her know how pleased you are, but keep your voice down – you don't want to startle her or interrupt her during the act, as this can make her afraid of you. When she's finished, you can celebrate all you want – that way she'll know that what she did was fantastic – and also, you'll have fun together, strengthening your relationship!
Easy to say, but a little more difficult to do, is to keep a close eye on your puppy at all times. It's important that she does not run around the home on her own – so if your home is too big for you to look out for her all the time, make sure to confine your puppy to one area. Alternatively, you can give her a break in a crate (we'll revisit this later).
To repeat: Keep a close eye on your puppy at all times – especially when she is outside relieving herself. At these times, you must keep her on a leash and go outside with her. This has two major functions; first of all, it enables you to encourage her to go by using the same phrase every time (for example 'go pee' or 'go potty') and secondly it allows you to praise her afterwards, as mentioned above.
No matter how well-behaved and smart your puppy is, remember that training is a process. Don't get discouraged over accidents, as they can and will happen – instead, make a note of what's working and keep building on your successes, focusing on gradual improvement.
remember to set your expectations at a realistic level. Your puppy will still have accidents and, while that isn't ideal, there can be a positive side; often, your puppy may so happy in her new home that she pees a little in sheer excitement!
It's also important to remember that, no matter how well-behaved your puppy is, she's still only a puppy, and doesn't yet have complete control – so make sure not to forget the routines that have helped her get to where she is!
As your puppy gets older, you should make sure to test her every once in a while – as she grows, her ability to hold it in for longer periods will gradually increase. Testing this can prove helpful, provided you're patient and careful. But if you're not – well, don't forget that, as we always say, accidents can happen! With good training, by the time your puppy is a year old, you can expect her to have very few accidents, if any!
Your puppy is not old enough to manage self-control at first, so you need to be in control of setting the right framework for her. This will make it much easier for you and your puppy to quickly and easily achieve your goals.
This is SO important! Take your puppy outside to pee or poo…
- First thing in the morning. Avoid getting her excited, for example by greeting her loudly and happily. This will only make it harder for her to keep it in – over time, you should begin to notice this yourself.
- Every time she wakes from a nap, as her first reaction will be to pee.
- During and after play – she'll get so excited, she may need to go even if she doesn't realize it.
- 5-30 minutes after eating. You'll soon know if it's 5 or 30 minutes, but until you do start by bringing her outside 5 minutes after eating, and waiting patiently.
- If none of the above occur, you should take her out every 45-60 minutes. This will give her the opportunity to relieve herself before it becomes urgent.
- Last thing before going to sleep. Remember to be patient here as well, even if you're desperate to climb into bed!
- Make sure to keep her potty training to one area – the scent will make her want to return there, creating a habit – and we do love good habits…
- If you're not at home, always try to use the same surface (e.g.) grass, as this at least maintains part of the habit.
- If she needs to go in the middle of the night, keep it quick and quiet. She might think it's time to play after having relieved herself, but you must show her that it's not. This can be achieved by being silent and returning her to bed immediately.
It is also important to establish regular eating habits. This can easily be done by controlling what your puppy eats and drinks. Make sure to remove the bowl of food when your puppy is no longer interested, even if she has not eaten it all.
This is essential, because you have to take her out 5-30 minutes after she has eaten. If you let her eat all the time, you won't know when to bring her out – and don't worry, she'll won't starve, she'll simply eat more later on in the day!
To help your puppy to hold it in at night, remove the water bowl 2 hours before sleeping. This will help your puppy to sleep longer at night without having to go outside to pee – allowing you an unbroken sleep too!
Most puppies can sleep for around 7 hours without having to relieve themselves if the conditions are right. Sounds good, doesn't it?
Even if you're getting all the routines right, your puppy is a living creature, not a machine – so she might need to relieve herself at other times as well.
As a consequence you must always look for signs that she needs to go. If she looks restless or is barking or scratching at the door, this may be the reason why – so take her outside to check!
If she's sniffing around and/or circling, you have to hurry! Take her outside immediately, because this is probably a sign that she's trampling the grass down to have a poo – she just wants to avoid having grass in her butt!
Unless you're superman or superwoman, or your dog is in fact a unicorn, accidents will happen. This is unavoidable – the important thing is learning how to deal with them.
Don't punish your puppy when she pees or poops inside. If you don't catch her in the act, just clean it up and keep a closer eye on her next time. To be brutally honest: it's your fault not hers, and you don't want your puppy to be afraid of you, or afraid to relieve herself when you're present. This will happen if you punish your puppy for doing something she naturally needs to do. Punishing can do a lot of damage, so don't go down that road – if you do catch her in the act inside, you must interrupt it. Make a noise to startle her without scaring her, then take her outside. Now you must wait patiently for her to finish what she started, and then praise her for doing so in the right place.
It is vital for the success of puppy potty training that you keep an eye on your puppy at all times. For this reason, I'd recommend confining the area where you leave your puppy to roam – you can use a children grid to confine the space, and may wish to do this for every room you are in yourself. It is best if you teach your puppy to go to a door when it needs to go, giving you a clear sign – remember to consider this every time you confine an area.
If you do not have a grid, you can tie your puppy to your waist or leg with a string. This will remind you that your puppy is 'on your tail', making it clear to her that you're the responsible party and reminding you to keep an eye on her. It will also prevent your puppy from sneaking off to do whatever it feels like, which might often be something you don't want her to do!
Of course, it would be impossible for you to keep an eye on your puppy at all times during the first critical days, and of course you can take a break once in a while – and give her one as well. Having said that, it's essential that you never leave your puppy home alone – and that's why a crate can be a good short-term solution. If you introduce your puppy to its crate in the right way, she will see it as her 'den'. All dogs instinctively avoid soiling their den, so you can use nature to your advantage!
So what's important about crates? Firstly, size matters! It's important that you use a crate which is large enough for your puppy to stand, lie and turn without problems. At the same time, however, it must not be so big that your puppy can divide the crate into a sleeping area and a place to relieve itself.
Also, you must consider how long your puppy can be left in the crate. You should never leave your puppy in a crate for longer than 2 hours, and if your puppy is from a small breed with a small bladder, you may want to shorten this time further. As a general rule, puppies can be left in their crate according to the following rule: one hour for every month they've been alive!
Your puppy will love you for making its crate into a home, so make sure to leave her favourite toy in there and reward her with treats and plenty of praise for getting into her crate herself. It is crucial that you never use the crate as a punishment – your puppy should see the crate as her den, so that she won't want to soil it. It's also important that she enjoys being in the crate in all situations – this way you can easily use the crate as a 'time out' – you might think of this as punishment, but if your dog loves its crate then it won't be a problem for her!
Did you know that a dog's nose is about 1 million times stronger than a human's? It's worth remembering this when your dog is relieving itself, as the scent of their favourite spot will ensure they keep returning there! This is also true if your puppy has had an accident inside – so it's important that you clean up any accidents right away, preventing your puppy from associating the scent of relieving herself with being indoors. Remember to use enzymatic cleanser rather than an ammonia-based cleaner in order to minimise odours.
NOTE: Some cleansers such as Rodalon can be lethal to dogs if they ingest too much, so be aware!
Until your puppy is old enough to wait for you to come home before it relieves itself, you must set the right conditions for her to be comfortable indoors. If you are not at home to keep an eye on her, what should you do? If you can have a kennel, this is an ideal solution – but remember that your puppy will see this area as a kind of crate, so when you come home and take her out, you must give her opportunity to relieve herself outside, even if the kennel itself is outside!
If you don't have a kennel, make sure to ask a responsible person – whether a neighbour or a professional dog walker – to check up on your puppy and take her for a walk so that she can relieve herself. If neither of these is an option, or if your dog is a designated indoor dog, you must give her the opportunity to relieve herself inside. This can be done by keeping her in an area with enough room for a sleeping space, a playing space and a separate place to relieve herself.
The designated toilet area can be made from layers of newspapers or a sod box, while potty-pads can also be a solution – you can teach your dog to relieve herself indoors on the potty-pad in the same way you teach her to relieve herself outside. Should you later choose to bring your dog outside to relieve herself, gradually bringing the potty pads outside can be a good way of ensuring a smooth transition – but be aware that this requires time and patience! If you clean up an accident in the house, don't forget to place some of the soiled rags in the designated toilet area – the smell will help your puppy to recognise that this is the place to relieve herself.
For more tips on potty-pads, please read this AKC blog: http://www.akc.org/learn/akc-training/the-ins-and-outs-of-potty-pad-training/
If your dog is not a designated indoor dog, I recommend placing the toilet area near a door which leads outside – you want the puppy to go outside every time she needs to go, and while this is not always possible, your puppy seeking the door will at least give you a heads up that she needs to go.
Be aware that allowing your dog to relieve itself inside can prolong the learning process because it confuses the puppy: can I go inside or outside – or both?! If you want your dog to eventually relieve itself outside, I would not recommend allowing your puppy to relieve itself inside – so if this is the case, it is best to try the other options mentioned above.
- Be patient.
- Be quick and consistent in taking your puppy out from the very first day.
- Create good routines and habits with your puppy
- Praise your puppy when she does what you tell her to – let her know she's a superstar!
- Never punish your puppy for accidents – they can and will happen, and she is not to blame.
- Set your puppy up for success by keeping an eye on her at all times. Do this by confining her area, and use a crate to give both of you and your puppy a break every so often.
- Accept that this, like all training, is a process. Keep an eye on what's working and what isn't, keep building on your wins and focus on getting better over time.
Following these tips will make sure your puppy is house trained in just one week, and can have a positive impact on every element of your relationship with your dog for the rest of your life together.
Right now I have three dogs, two of which are from the same litter. I house trained two puppies at the same time, so I know that it can be difficult to keep an eye on your puppy at all times – especially during the early days. After all, your routines also need to change, and that's always tricky. Of course, you might need to go to work during this time, although I recommend that you start your new life with your puppy by taking at least a week off from work, if possible – it's a fantastic investment of your time in allowing you to get to know your puppy. If you are able to take time off, I recommend that when you do go back to work, you start with less than a full day, allowing your puppy to adapt gradually.
Putting in the hard work with your puppy early on is the best way to get your relationship off to a good start, not only in regards to potty-training but in every aspect – and trust me, it's all worth it in the end. Your life will be a lot easier and you will love your puppy even more if you take the time and effort to ensure your puppy is relaxed and confident – if she has faith in you, she will be ready for whatever you want her to do.
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What age is best to start potty training?
As mentioned earlier, it all starts with the breeder. As soon as the puppies start eating solid food, their mother will stop cleaning their den – at this point, they will be ready to start learning. If you start at 7-8 weeks old, your puppy will learn everything a lot more quickly than if you start at 7 days. However, beyond a certain point, the older your puppy is, the longer time you'll have to work on it, as your puppy will already have developed habits which will need to be changed.
How to make a sod box:
To make a sod box, simply place sod in a large plastic container, (under-bed drawers can be used)
Crate training – why?
Crate training uses a dog's natural instincts as a den animal. A wild dog's den is his home – a place to sleep, hide from danger, and raise a family, so you should aim to turn the crate into your dog's den, an ideal spot to snooze or take refuge. Puppies prefer their own den, where they can go to relax and get away from other dogs or people. Make it a happy place, reward your dog for choosing the crate and she'll be sure to love it in no time!
Crate training – when?
Ideally you should start as soon you get the puppy, but you must at least begin crate training when you are no longer able to devote your full attention to your puppy. At first, you should reward your puppy for going inside, not closing the door. After a while you can close the door and praise the puppy when she has been inside for a few minutes – if you do this regularly, soon your puppy will be happy to go into the crate on her own!
How often do I have to go outside with my puppy?
It depends on the size of the breed – with a young puppy from a small breed, start with every 15 minutes. If there are still accidents, you should take her outside more often; if not, try increasing the gap between outside breaks to 45 minutes, gradually increasing this further – you won't be able to avoid accidents altogether, but you'll gradually learn to recognise your puppy's needs, developing trust between you.
How often do I have to take my puppy out at night?
Most puppies can wait in 6-7 hours before they have to relieve themselves, but again the breed matters – not to mention your own bedtime routine! You should take your puppy out last thing before bedtime, and it's wise to remove the water bowl some hours before bedtime to ensure she doesn't fill up her bladder overnight.
How do I know if my puppy needs to go?
If your puppy is sniffing around and/or circling, or if she's restless, she probably needs to go outside. However, you should be aware that these are signs that she is desperate, and probably needs to be taken outside more regularly. You should go outside with your puppy every time she wakes up from a nap, after she has eaten and during or after play time.
How can I potty train an older dog?
Make sure you know as much as possible about how your dog's previous training – this is very important, as it will give you an idea of what to expect. For example, if she has been trained to pee on a potty pad, she is not likely to want to go outside to pee. If you do not know anything about her history, I would recommend crate-training her. Bear in mind that even though she's older and her bladder is bigger you still need to be patient, because you are now combating her previous habits and attempting to teach her new ones. This can be hard, especially at first, but it's absolutely possible.
Related Post: http://www.kaufmannspuppytraining.com/how-to-potty-train-a-puppy-fast-the-ultimate-guide/


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Morning Thought: "Oh, clap your hands, all you peoples! Shout to God with the voice of triumph!" (Psalms 47:1, NKJV). Many people only celebrate when things go their way. But if you believe that Jesus is Lord, you can celebrate even in pain and sadness. Your joy is not based on your circumstances, but on the truth that Jesus has triumphed. Through his death, resurrection and ascension, he has dealt a death blow to sin, satan and sickness. Clap and shout because this king is your King. And to top it off, he lives in you.
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Morning Thought: Hope is like a helicopter that lifts you high, giving you a heavenly perspective. Even the most God-hungry soul, sinks at times into depression and inward turmoil. Sometimes you don't know why. Yet, don't stay in despair's pit. You have Christ, the hope of glory, living within. Mountains seem like anthills from his view. Let him take you higher. "Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him for the help of His countenance" (Psalms 42:5, NKJV).
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Morning Thought: Jesus' response to his enemies' rage was not to physically fight back, but to pray. On the mountain the Father gave him a new strategy. Jesus was to choose a remnant of twelve disciples to fulfill Israel's mission, a mission that was sadly lost by their religious institutions. In prayer, the Father spoke to him to pour his life into a few. It's in secret, rather than in the show, that the real revolution happens. "But they themselves were filled with rage, and discussed together what they might do to Jesus. It was at this time that He went off to the mountain to pray, and He spent the whole night in prayer to God. And when day came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also named as apostles" (Luke 6:11-13, NASB).
Morning Thought: Prayer is powerful, but only if you have a right relationship with God. If you treat someone rudely and then ask them for a favour, they'll probably tell you to get lost. In the same way, you can't neglect your heavenly Father and then expect him to hear your prayers. Ask God to forgive and change you. Go further and humble yourself to your brothers and sisters. Then you will pray with power. "Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much" (James 5:16 NASB).


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This Episode really started with good intentions. No negativity just positive vibrations.
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