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White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest mocked Donald Trump for his pronunciation of "Tanzania" as the New Yorker used a teleprompter to outline his foreign policy today.
During the speech, Trump criticized Obama's foreign policy failures as president and vowed a new way forward.
The White House called a press briefing before Trump's speech was over, prompting reporters to wonder if Earnest was intentionally interrupting the conclusion of Trump's speech.
"No, I didn't start, either," he replied.
After reporters pointed out Trump's unusual pronunciation of Tanzania, he joked.
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Blueberry Bliss and Almond Butter Smoothie Bowl
This blueberry and almond butter combination is to die for. A delicious way to start the day out. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins, healthy fats and potassium. Vegan and gluten-free.
Just writing this post is making me super hungry for this smoothie bowl again! I came across the blueberry and almond butter combination by accident years ago. You wouldn't think these two seemingly different ingredients would go so well together.
Why I'm a bit blueberry crazy...
I'm really trying to get more wild blueberries in my diet because time and time again (for years now) I've read that they're one of the best things you can eat for your health. Luckily Trader Joe's carries organic wild-grown frozen blueberries since there's nowhere to pick them around here in Encinitas. At least, as far as I know.
What is it about nut butters?
And then there's the almond butter, which I can't say no to. I try to not eat a ton of nut butters, but I'm such a sucker for them in my smoothies. My boyfriend doesn't understand why I like to add peanut butter to a lot of my smoothie bowls. I don't even know how to explain it, just the tiny bit of fat sends it over the top. It makes them taste like a real treat.
The almond butter has a salty taste to it. That saltiness combined with the sweetness of the blueberries and banana base...is delightful.
Blueberry and Almond Butter Smoothie Bowl Recipe
- 3 frozen bananas
- 1 cup of frozen blueberries
- 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of almond butter
- 1/4 cup of fresh blueberries
- Handful of raw almond slices
- Let frozen bananas thaw for about 7 minutes for a more ice cream like consistency or add 3/4 cup of almond milk to make it more smoothie like.
- Throw frozen blueberries, bananas and almond butter in a blender and blend until it's a smooth consistency.
- Top with fresh blueberries and almond slices.
- Eat.
That's it. Perfect quick brekky.

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Author(s): Peter Tuffrey
Nottingham-based Bill Read, now 78, was a fireman on steam locomotives in the early part of his working life, eventually graduating to being a driver on diesel-electrics. Much of his spare time has been taken up with photographing (in black and white and using colour slides) many aspects of railways throughout Great Britain, Europe (including the former Iron Curtain countries) and in the USA. In this selection he has used convenient vantage points on and off the East Coast main line to capture the Indian summer of steam.
Many of the familiar classes of locomotives A1s, A2s, A3s, A4s (and their variants) are featured with pin point sharpness by Bill. But a few early diesels are featured too like the prototype Deltic. Familiar customs once associated with steam traction are brought to mind again in a collection of over 220 black and white images. An example is seen at Muskham Troughs where Gresley's thirsty engines picked up water in a seemingly primitive but effective way — in the middle of the track — to help speed them on to their respective destinations.
This book is part of one man's life work of photographing the railways and his enthusiasm is evident in every picture.
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Peter Tuffrey was born in Doncaster in 1953. He studied Fine Art at Doncaster College of Art and then at Leeds University until 1974.
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He is now working as a freelance writer. He has produced over 80 publications featuring the Doncaster area as well as Nottingham, Sheffield, and the Yorkshire area in general. He has also written many articles for local and regional newspapers and has recently penned a novel Angel from the Gutter.
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Sparrows Point workers honored at ceremony
Members of Congress, local leaders pay tribute to steel workers
Members of Congress and local leaders paid tribute Monday to former workers at Sparrows Point and look ahead to future plans for the former steel mill.
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More than 30,000 people used to live and work at Sparrows Point, making steel. Many of those attending Monday's ceremony were second- and third-generation steel workers.
"It breaks my heart, it really does. I worked here for 55 years. It really breaks my heart," said Jim Samm, a retired steel worker.
"Just to see it falling apart, people losing their jobs and the future, we hope for the best," said Addie Loretta Houston-Smith, a retired Bethlehem Steel Worker.
Monday was a day to honor the steel workers and the thousands of others who worked at Sparrows Point for more than century.
"Today is a day to celebrate your grit, to thank you for your determination and your fighting spirit. It's a day for you and the entire Dundalk community," said U.S. Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger, D-Maryland.
"Bethlehem Steel, Sparrows Point, this was the heart of the industrial revolution of America. The skyscrapers' steel was made here. The defense of our country, they built the greatest country in the world and then they preserved the greatest country in the world," said Sen. Ben Cardin, D-Maryland.
It was also a day to look to the future and to what the point will become. The ceremony with Sparrows Point Terminal, the new owner of the 3,100-acre Sparrows Point property, honored the history and legacy of Sparrows Point and its workers. From forging the trusses for the Golden Gate Bridge to building the ships that took America to war, no mill has played a larger role in the history of Baltimore or America, officials said in a statement.
"Right here at Sparrows Point, I see everything that we need to bring jobs back for this generation and for generations to come," Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz said.
"There's a bit of sadness saying goodbye to a legacy, but I'm also working hard with my colleagues at SPT to bring hope to the future here," said Mickael Pedone, with Sparrows Point Terminal.
At the end of the ceremony, officials gave people who attended a brick with a plaque that reads, "Bethlehem Steel, the mill that made America."


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Books with the best prices on 2013-14 NFL Futures
The Patriots are one of the fan favorites to win the titles next season, and the NFL odds reflect that. New England lost to the eventual Super Bowl champion Ravens in the AFC Title game, and now they have reloaded through free agency and the draft to try and make a run.
Some experts see this as the best team the Patriots have had since 2008, but will this season end in similar fashion, like it has so many times since Tom Brady's last Super Bowl almost a decade ago?
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The Pats are either the favorites or the slight second favorites to win Super Bowl XLVIII, but no matter how you look at it, this team is pretty talented. I see them pretty adequately priced for the Super Bowl, but then again they have favorites to win it all several times in the last eight or nine seasons, and look how well those turned out.
AFC Odds (+300)
This is definitely overpriced for a team that hasn't won the AFC is a long time. Sure they have a strong team, but their draft wasn't overwhelming by any means. Although they did retain most of the guys they wanted to win free agency, I still don't believe that they are worth of the price tag they have been given to win the conference.
Even at +300, depending on which of the online sportsbooks you use, the Patriots are not even the favorites to take the AFC crown. At bet365 for instance, the Broncos have slightly better odds to win it at +275. With the AFC looking like maybe a three team race, I don't see much value for our NFL picks at this point.
My Take
While the NFL Divisional odds are not quite out yet, let's be honest, the Patriots are probably going to be -2000 at least in the AFC East. That division is so bad the Pats could probably play their backups with Tom Brady and probably still win the division. Although the Dolphins are MUCH improved, they are a 2-3 year project.
All in all, the Pats have too much hype and are overvalued on almost every occasion in the offseason future odds. I am one of the thinkers that this is the best Patriots team in four or five years, and I also think they might be as good or better than last season.
The AFC is a shallow conference this season, so really it might come down to a Broncos vs. Patriots showdown, but a lot of people picked that to happen last season too. While there might be a dark horse team or two in the AFC that could topple one or both like the Ravens did last season, I sincerely doubt it.
I'm selling on the Patriots as it stands now. One or more of either the Patriots, 49ers or Broncos are going to lose a lot of people money on a game to game basis for being overvalued in the NFL game odds this season, and it just might be New England. They were 9-7 ATS last season in the regular season, and they just might be a fade come September if the hype is too great.


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Fighting Crohn's
This is Steph. She's young, vibrant and fun. She is organized and loves to travel. If you met her today, this is how she'd look. By outward appearances, she looks like she hasn't a care in the world.
2017 has been a rough year for Steph. She's faced her own mortality- twice; in the name of Crohn's Disease. Her diagnosis came on December 25, 2015 at the age of 23 after she'd spent 22 hours vomiting. Since her diagnosis, she's never been in remission, and most of her time has been considered at a severe level. She had to modify her diet and take medications to try and simply carry on.
One year after diagnosis, it was determined that to bring her intense level of pain and illness down to a more bearable state, she'd have to have surgery. Steph now lives with 8 inches less of ileum and 2 inches less of sigmoid in her digestive system. After a severe allergic reaction to her medication, she has been recovering.
This woman has had to explain to her family her wishes in the event that she didn't survive her surgery. And you know that YOLO chant? She lives it every single day, because Steph lives with the knowledge that her Crohn's can't be cured and she's likely to go for another round of surgery. But this girl isn't going down without a fight.
Accepting her scars and paying tribute to her fight were the themes of our session. Steph ordered an old pair of boxing gloves that were shipped from the Ukraine. I was honored to be part of her recovery. Travel plans that were put on hold this past year are back on the schedule. Steph doesn't show signs of slowing down. She'll lead the way, and the Crohn's will have to follow her--- not the other way around.
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Photon-based qubits and entangled states have been transmitted up to 3 m in sea water by Xian-Min Jin and colleagues at Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the University of Science and Technology of China. While this distance pales in comparison with the 1400 km satellite-to-ground transmission achieved earlier this year by another team in China, the ability to send quantum information through seawater is a significant challenge because the liquid medium is much more absorptive of light than air.
Photons make very good qubits (quantum bits of information) because they can travel long distances without interacting with transmission media such as an optical fibre or air. These interactions destroy quantum information and therefore at first glance water should be a poor medium for qubits because it is much more absorptive of light than optical fibres or air.
Window of opportunity
The team managed to get around this problem by using photons with wavelengths of 405 nm, which falls within the "blue-green" window in which light absorption in water is relatively low. They also worked out that encoding quantum information in the polarization states of a photon gives the qubit its best chance of surviving its watery journey. This is because seawater is isotropic and therefore there should be no strong de-polarization effects. Indeed, the team's calculations suggest that the polarization of a photon can survive multiple collisions with molecules in seawater – and any depolarization that does occur can be dealt with by filtering out the affected photons.
Jin and colleagues showed that quantum information encoded in single 405 nm photons can be transmitted 3 m with a fidelity of greater than 98%. The team also did a separate experiment involving entangled pairs of 810 nm photons. Although these photons experience about 300 times more absorption than their 405 nm counterparts, they found that quantum entanglement is preserved to a very high degree after one of the photon pair is transmitted 3 m through seawater.
Secure submarines
The transmission of qubits and quantum entanglement play roles in quantum key distribution (QKD), which uses the laws of quantum mechanics to ensure that messages can be sent securely between two parties. It could be possible, therefore, to use QKD on a submerged submarine, for example. The problem, however, is that seawater is highly absorptive of light even at 405 nm, so communicating over distances of a kilometre or more would require huge numbers of photons.
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HOUSTON — SLS Specialty has added to its roster the latest breakthrough sex toy line from body-friendly product manufacturer Fun Factory — a 36-piece collection of stimulators and love rings made specifically for men, including the Cobra masturbator.
SLS Specialty says it most proudly offers the Cobra Libre, a one-of-a-kind men's masturbator that stimulates with stationary vibration targeted at key pleasure points along the shaft and head of the penis. Unlike traditional strokers, the Cobra Libre features two independent rechargeable motors.
Also in the line is Duke, an ergonomic silicone P-spot stimulator featuring three functions and three speeds with a rechargeable battery, and the Lovering collection of cockrings with distinct shapes offering additional external stimulation for the wearer and his partner. The Flame features finger-like extensions; the Rain features rounded curves; and the 8ight features a "love bud" that applies pressure to his partner's clitoris or perineum.
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Why Follow Up On Proposals and Fee Quotes…
After months and months of asking a client to follow up on a fee proposal we had sent out through my client's firm, I decided to call the prospective client myself. I had talked with the prospect initially so it wasn't entirely odd for me to follow up. Unfortunately, the prospect had already hired a different firm several months prior and questioned why we hadn't stayed in touch. He didn't think we were interested in the project because we never called to follow up. Hmmm.
I recently read a statistic that blew me away. By following up on your fee proposals and quotes (in a timely manner), you will increase your win rate as much as 20%. Prospects are often "on the fence" about who to hire – and if you follow up on your proposals and show some additional interest – this often (apparently) tips the scale in your favor.
What would it look like if you were able to increase your win rate by even 5-10% – just by following up in a timely manner on the fee proposals you spend so much time preparing?
What kind of effort does it take to pick up the phone or resend the email – and touch base and follow up?
This is LOW HANGING FRUIT….isn't it? Tighten your process by a smidge – Follow up on your proposals and fee quotes. Go Grow!
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COMICS: Rust
Every once in a while, I wonder whatever happened to the comic Rust and its writer, Fred Schiller.
Rust was actually created by Steve Miller (whom I assume is not the same Steve Miller who sings "Abracadabra"). It's about a cop who gets caught in an acid/chemical spill, to which metal adheres; he is hideously deformed, as his body becomes covered with scarred, rusted iron. (Hence: Rust.) But Miller only wrote the first issue or two or three of Rust's original run. (This entry is all from an admittedly faulty memory, so forgive me if I fudge some details.) The writing was then taken over by Schiller, and this is when Rust became something spectacular, if sadly short-lived.
The comic began as little more than a straightforward crime comic (though a fairly dark one), combined with the... superheroic? Supernatural? I'm not really sure how to describe the character of Rust* -- he doesn't have powers, really, he just has steel skin (and acid blood), which makes him somewhat stronger and less vulnerable to damage. But when Schiller took over, he wrapped up Miller's opening storyline, then took Rust away from the crime/superpower genres, and in markedly different and creative directions.
Rust became a bit of a road comic, with the main character, cut off from humanity by his new, disfigured appearance, searching for different ways to fit in. In one issue, he plays a monster in a horror movie, never allowing the other people on the film to know that his ingenious "mask" is really his own face. In later issues, he would battle other human misfits, called the Circle of Power -- more of a cult than a traditional rogues gallery, made up of others whose physical and mental abnormalities set them apart from humanity (kind of like "mutants", I guess, but without all the dopey costumes and melodrama inherent in the Marvel definition of that word). Later issues saw Rust swept up in the porn industry, as he tried to rescue a young girl (who had been introduced in the earliest issues) from the clutches of a loathsome adult film producer.
With Rust, nothing was set in stone. The series could go from comedy to punch-em-up action to dark and twisted extremes from one issue to the next. The storytelling was innovative, especially considering this was way back in 1987 (I believe); one striking issue had pages of talking heads narrating an epic battle in flashback, alternated with wordless, full page artwork rendering the battle. It was incredibly different for its time, and now, almost 20 years later, it's still original, eye-catching, compelling storytelling. And nobody was safe: villains died, and didn't come back. Good guys died just as easily. And in the final, staggering issue before this short-lived series was cancelled, everything was thrown out the window, as nuclear holocaust occurred, killing off all the characters (who hadn't already been killed off in previous issues) but Rust himself. I've always wondered if Schiller knew the end was coming, and planned that as the series finale, or if he really had somewhere to go from there.
The covers were also boldly unique. Here's one from the horror movie story:
The movie-poster-as-cover seems cliche now, but I don't think I'd ever seen anything like it before. (Maybe one of you can name 87 other earlier uses of this gimmick, but it was new to me, at least.)
Then there's the all-text cover:
It's a joke cover, which leaves you disarmed and unprepared for the surprisingly grim and violent issue within.
And then, from the porn storyline, we have this, which is one of the most visually striking covers I've ever seen:
Humorous, erotic, sad, and seedy in equal amounts, it's a reflection on the strange and complex world Rust explores within.
(Click on any of the covers to see a larger version at MileHighComics.com.)
13 issues and out, this original run was. It was revived by creator Steve Miller in subsequent years and subsequent volumes, but never made it past a handful of issues. The first volume is the only essential one, the groundbreaking one.
And what became of Fred Schiller? Is this his homepage? The resume on the page mentions comics, but neither Rust nor Now Comics, which was the original publisher. If it is the same Fred Schiller, what other comics did he write? (He mentions "The Legacy Universe," which I've never heard of.) Does anybody out there know?
If you can find it in the back issues bins (or order it from MileHighComics.com, why don't you?), I can't recommend Schiller's run on Rust highly enough. I don't know if I've done a good job describing it here or not, if you want to check it out or if it sounds stupid to you. All I can add is, in my mind it's one of the landmark series in comics.
*The character was never actually called "Rust" in the comic, as far as I recall; if my online research is accurate -- because again, this is from memory, without having my comics collection in front of me to go through -- the cop's name was Scott Baker, and that was the name he kept throughout the series.


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Contact: Kathy Cummings
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KIRKLAND, Wash. – Park Lane will become a pedestrian promenade closed to vehicles for the Art Walk this Friday, July 14, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
"We designed Park Lane to be a centerpiece of a livable, walkable downtown," said Mayor Amy Walen. "We're excited to see how this pilot works in partnership with one of our community's beloved events, the Kirkland Art Walk."
Converting Park Lane to a pedestrian promenade for the Art Walk will serve as a trial run for the City to determine the suitability of closing the street for other temporary events.
During the Park Lane redesign process, residents provided widespread support for closing Park Lane for festivals, fairs and markets.
Signs will be posted on Park Lane on Friday indicating the closure.
The Kirkland Art Walk is a free community event featuring local and regional artists, live music performances and cultural offerings. The Kirkland Art Walk occurs the second Friday of every month and has been happening for over 25 years. More information can be found at the event's website.


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German born Stylist Katharina Klug, returns to Cape Town for her third season to share her vastly gained international experience in Fashion Design and Styling.
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The Fringe has arrived…
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Every weekend is different, and this Friday I left work to head for Mosque Kitchen up in old town. I used to go to Mosque Kitchen every Monday for lunch, so I broke routine by starting my weekend there instead. I always order the dahl curry and then sit outside beneath the gazebo. This Friday… Read More Friday night sangria cupcakes
After eighteen years of education, just as my first nephew is about to start his, I am finishing mine. It's an odd feeling to be approaching the end of summer and not be gearing up for new classes. I was the teacher's pet in primary school, the ultimate quiet girl and the slightly chubby one.… Read More On not being a student anymore.


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You didn't think we were finished with America's favorite 'Good Guy' doll, right?
This week delivered the first trailer for the SEVENTH installment in the Child's Play series. As with the previous film; creator, director, and writer Don Mancini sticks to the moody atmosphere that was famous in Child's Play. Curse of Chucky was released four years ago and grossed $3.4 million dollars in home entertainment sales. The film was a surprise critical hit earning an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Making his return to the protagonist role is Alex Vincent, who played 'Andy' in the first two films. I was watching Child's Play with some friends last night and I adamantly told someone that Andy wasn't in the third one. Come to realize that my friend was talking about the character and I had been talking about the actor, hehe. Child's Play 3 was released in 1991, only a year after its predecessor. Because Child's Play 3 takes place eight years after the events of Child's Play 2 the filmmakers were forced to recast Vincent's role.
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This year's Christmas meal will be at Lammars (address Fourways House, 57 Hilton Street Northern Quarter, Manchester M1 2EJ). For £24 you'll get a delicious 3 course meal!
The FULL AMOUNT of £24 should be paid to Lisa before the 22nd Nov 2012 for her to to secure your booking with Lammars.
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Absorb the charm and culture of the mainland and its islands, the Balearics and Canaries, on villa holidays in Spain. Our wide range of destinations cater to every holiday type, offering accommodation near both lively resorts and traditional villages. Soak up the sunshine of the Costa Del Sol, Almeria or Alicante and Murcia Absorb the irresistible blend of natural beauty and history of Mallorca and Menorca. Choose a villa that provides the ideal base for enjoying the charm of iconic Ibiza. Or explore the hidden wonders of the Canary Islands, where villa holidays in Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, Tenerife and Gran Canaria each offer a different experience.
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Villa holidays in Cyprus
Experience an exciting blend of old and new on villa holidays in Paphos – make sure you spend a day exploring the tavernas and cafes of the harbour. Choose accommodation near the popular resort of Coral Bay, where the lively bars and restaurants provide plenty of opportunity to enjoy an evening out. Or relax and unwind in the villas of St George – which has a small, shingle beach and offers a more traditional feel. Soak up the magnificent sunsets of Argaka, where villas provide an idyllic Cypriot hideaway. Or choose to stay close to the picturesque fishing village of Latchi, which borders the beautiful Akamas National Park.
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Be charmed by the beauty of the Greek Islands on villa holidays to Greece. Secluded coves and idyllic landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for your sunshine getaway. Get a taste of the traditional in Corfu, where our carefully selected villas provide the perfect retreat. Or unwind on Crete villa holidays, where old world charm and modernity effortlessly combine. Our villas also provide the perfect base for exploring. Hire a car and drive along Rhodes rugged coastline, discovering charming towns and sampling delicious taverna cuisine as you go.
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Ideal for villa holidays, the Algarve offers the perfect combination of beach and culture. It's impossible to resist the glorious coastline, with secluded coves and impressive cliff faces lining the golden sands. Inland you'll discover a greener feel, as quaint villages, pine forests and vineyards scatter the landscape. Choose a villa in Vilamoura, where you'll have world-class golf and an abundance of water sports on your doorstep. Or enjoy a villa holiday in the popular resort of Albufeira, where the allure of the beach is combined with a cosmopolitan marina, traditional old town and vibrant nightlife.
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Villa holidays in Turkey
Fly into Dalaman and stay on Turkey's Aegean Coast, where miles of glorious coastline combine with a fascinating history.
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Immerse yourself in the fascinating history and splendid scenery of Malta and Gozo. Soak up the year-round sunshine on villa holidays – where our carefully selected properties cater to a variety of tastes and budgets. The vibrant town of Funchal provides an exciting contrast to the lush scenery and quaint villages. Growing up into the cliffs and mountains, this colourful city is well worth a visit. Explore the atmospheric ancient Mdina, which is bursting with architectural treasures. Or sample the exciting nightlife of the cosmopolitan capital on a night out – there are plenty of bars and restaurants.
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In addition to the James Villas holidays we feature in Europe, we have a selection of villas in Orlando, Florida. In your well-appointed home away from home you'll receive a free welcome pack on arrival and there is a Welcome Centre with 24hr helpline should you need any assistance. Free wifi and UK calls are included in all Platinum Homes.
Stay in one of our villas in Florida – located in private communities in Orlando. These villas offer all the convenience and comfort of home and the freedom to come and go as you please.
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Since 1981 James Villas has been providing high-quality, carefully selected accommodation at an affordable price. Its impressive portfolio includes options for all tastes, in over 50 destinations across the Mediterranean. Whether you want a summer or winter break – choose between luxury villas with the 'wow factor', accommodation with private pools or self-catering villas within larger holiday resorts.
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Experience the liberating feeling of plunging into your own private pool in your own private space. From villas that sleep two to 9, in the heart of the action or tucked away in the mountains – the choice is yours when you book your villa holiday with us. Feel like a VIP in your Luxury villa, or choose a Holiday Resort break and enjoy access to extensive on-site facilities.
Across the Mediterranean and beyond
Choose from a wide selection of villas across the Mediterranean and beyond, including Cyprus, the Algarve, Lanzarote, Menorca and Majorca. We offer city villas for cultural breaks, villas by the sea for beach holidays or accommodation in fantastic family-friendly destinations, close to top family attractions.
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Book your flight and villa together and save, plus secure your villa holiday with a low deposit and earn bonus avios on your booking and rest assured that your holiday is ATOL protected, as well as having a dedicated 24 hour team to assist whilst you are on holiday. Most villas feature free air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi to keep you connected on your holiday. Parents of babies and toddlers can relax in the knowledge that cots and highchairs are included as standard.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a minimum age for making a booking?
You must be at least 21 years old to book James Villas accommodation. The person making the booking will become the lead passenger and must travel on the holiday.
Where will I collect the keys to my accommodation?
Details regarding your key collection will be emailed to you 14 - 21 days before your travel date. Collection points do vary depending on the destination and the accommodation you are travelling to.
Can we check-in to the accommodation before 4pm on the day of arrival?
The official check-in time for your accommodation is 16:00 local time. The cleaners have sole access to the accommodation until this time to prepare for your arrival, therefore entry to the accommodation prior to this time will not be permitted.
Can we check out of the accommodation later than the confirmed time of 10am?
Unfortunately this is not possible as the accommodation will need to be cleaned and prepared for the next guest.
Will there be any assistance in resort?
You have chosen a private villa holiday and we intend to respect your privacy. However, should you require assistance in any way; someone will be close at hand. In many areas there is a Resort Manager and/or Representative(s). Should you need anything; a Representative will be available 7 days a week. You must report any problems affecting your holiday to the resort staff, so that we are allowed the opportunity to take remedial action and help you enjoy the rest of your holiday. In destinations where no representative visit is available, or if you decline this service, please check your travel documents where local contact numbers can be found should you need assistance.
Will I need a car?
We would always recommend hiring a car when you book a villa. To help you decide James Villa accommodation is classified as Car Essential, Car Advised or Car Optional in the relevant villa description.
- Car Essential – you will require a car to reach supermarkets, restaurants and other amenities.
- Car Advised – there are a few amenities within walking distance, although some amenities will require a car to get to.
- Car Optional – the property is within walking distance of supermarkets or minimarkets, shops, restaurants and other amenities.
Are the kitchens fully equipped?
Kitchens include hob, oven/micro oven, fridge/fridge freezer, basic cooking utensils, iron, ironing board, cutlery and crockery. Some properties have additional facilities. These will be indicated in the relevant villa description where available. Please note cleaning products or materials are not generally provided and condiments or leftover food supplies are usually removed for hygiene reasons. Although each property is checked regularly, crockery, cutlery and other equipment may become damaged through regular use or removed. Please report any damaged or missing items so that there is an opportunity to repair or replace the item.
When is the pool heating available?
Heated pools are only available when stated in the relevant villa description and will be at an additional cost unless otherwise stated. Where operation is during the winter months, this is from 1 Nov until 30 Apr. Some exclusions/rental restrictions may apply in July/August. Most heated pools are electrically heated and may take up to four days to heat, providing the pool with beneficial warming, but not making the water hot. The temperature of the pool will also depend on the weather conditions, especially if it is solar heated, and therefore we cannot guarantee your pool will be heated to a personally comfortable temperature. If a pool cover is available, it must be used when the pool is not in use, or overnight to maintain the pool temperature. If your villa does not have pool heating then the temperature of the water will be subject to weather conditions and overnight drops in temperature, and the water may feel cold to swim in.
Is there air conditioning and/or heating
When accommodation is equipped with air conditioning, this will be detailed accordingly in the villa description by listing the rooms the facility is available in. It will also be stated if there are set operation hours or set temperatures and if the cost is included in the rental or payable locally. It may be that only cool air is provided from air conditioning units. The majority of villas are not equipped with any form of heating facilities, however where available, there may be a charge locally to use this facility. Fireplaces located within a property are for decorative purposes only and are not to be used.
Are towels and linen provided at the accommodation?
All bedroom and bathroom linen is provided, unless otherwise stated within the property description. Bath towels are provided, usually one hand and one bath towel per person. You will need to take your own beach towels to use around the pool, unless otherwise stated within the property description. Cot linen is not provided; please ensure you take your own.
Is there a telephone and internet access in the villa?
Unless otherwise stated, telephones are not provided in the villa. Therefore we recommend that, if possible, you take mobile phones in case of an emergency. Internet access and Wi-Fi is available when stated in the relevant accommodation description. A charge may be payable locally or pre-departure. Please note there may be restrictions with the availability and speed of the service transmitted by the local provider and technical issues may cause temporary withdrawal of internet facilities. We are unable to accept responsibility for any down time or consequences of using this service and refund/compensation cannot be offered due to circumstances beyond our control.
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Today's students live in an ever-changing world that demands a global perspective. The Center for Global Citizenship is a school-wide program which focuses on the humanities as a pragmatic tool to navigate the challenges of the 21st century. This program embodies the school's mission while providing students the opportunity to become proficient participants in the increasingly economically, politically, and culturally interconnected world through the acquisition of political acumen, communication skills, cultural literacy, and empathy, all in the goal of lifelong global responsiveness.
Beginning in the Lower School, Lake Ridge students are exposed to multiple cultural perspectives, from local to global. Our community establishes a foundation for students to develop their global consciousness as they mature through the grade levels. Our goal is to foster a sense of empathy and compassion for diverse communities. Classroom environments that emphasize responsibility, assertion, and cooperation are a priority. Conflict resolution is embraced as an opportunity for learning.
As students progress to the Middle School, their experiences become more sophisticated and focused. At this stage of their development, students feel a heightened sense of self-awareness and are more naturally self-conscious. Through the study of cultural universals, students find commonality by linking the American experience with the global community. This exploration of diversity leads to greater acceptance and tolerance.
The Upper School builds on a student's global awareness by encouraging them to continue connecting their individual viewpoint with the world. Students' world views are enriched through an exposure to multicultural perspectives, which enhances their empathetic global consciousness. With an emphasis on pluralism and recognition of shared values, the Upper School aims to send graduates into the world who are engaged and globally responsive. Students who are passionately invested in the pragmatic study of the humanities can nominate themselves in their sophmore year to become a fellow in the Global and International Studies Program, which is the graduation certificate program for the Center of Global Citizenship.


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Collard greens are virtually unknown in the UK, but they are a staple of south-eastern USA cooking.They are also known as Carolina Cabbage Collard Greens. Collard greens are members of the brassica family of vegetables, and one of the cruciferous vegetables, which include cauliflower, brussel sprouts, broccoli and cabbage.
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Brouwerij Omer Vander Ghinste opened its doors on May 17h 1892, when Remi Vander Ghinste purchased a brewhouse for his 23-year-old son Omer. Today the brewery is managed by the fourth generation of the family. Omer-Jean carries the torch, combining family tradition with innovation.
A guide through 125 years of brewing history:
The first barrels rolled across the cobblestones of Bellegem, a small village just miles away of the French border. Of course the brewery is proud of its roots and today the original 'Ouden Tripel' is sold under the name VanderGhinste Oud Bruin.
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Omer Vander Ghinste named the brewery after himself and established the brand through stained-glass window marketing at local pubs. As he did not want to invest in new windows, he named his son Omer. Until this day the tradition continues and every firstborn boy Vander Ghinste is still named Omer.
Brewery LeFort from Kortrijk merges with Brouwerij Omer Vander Ginste through marriage and inheritance.
Influenced by the new Pilsener beers from Czechia, the brewery developed its own pils known as 'Ghinst Pils'. A low fermentation tower was constructed and until this day the tower still dominates the countryside of Bellegem.
In 1938 'Ghinst Pils' is renamed 'Bockor': a contraction of the German word 'Bock' and the French word 'or'.
A golden pint is born!
Jacobins Gueuze is launched.
The name 'Brouwerij Omer Vanderghinste' is changed into Brouwerij Bockor.
A new beer Jacobins Kriek is added to the family.
The Jacobins Framboise is introduced.
The brewery wants to stay on top of its game and launches 'Kriek Nieuwe Oogst', a fresh beer brewed with the first cherries of the new harvest. The beer is commercialized with attractive promotional items for the pubs and quickly seduces the consumer with its young, fresh taste.
In november 2002, Kriek Max makes its appearance at a trade fair in Ghent.
Kriek Max is an immediate success and the range is extended with the Rosé Max.
The brewery launches a unique beer, OMER Traditional Blond. OMER is an instant hit.
As a tribute to the Lefort Brewery, the brewery introduces the Lefort beers.
Brouwerij Bockor wordt opnieuw brouwerij Omer Vander Ghinste.
The brewery celebrates its 125th anniversary. A unique and one-time brew 'Cuvée Des Jacobins Prestige' is released during the Zythos beer festival. This is a 100% foederbeer, fermented and matured for 18 months in oak casks from the Cognac-region.
To make sure that the brewery is ready for the future, a new brewing house will opened next year.


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HQ Bengal Engineer Group and Centre Roorkee Recruiting for 38 LDC, Storekeeper, Cook & Other Posts. | Check Latest 2018 Defence Ministry Employment Job Notification through HQ BEG & Centre Roorkee.
HQ BEG & Centre Roorkee Recruitment 2018 → 38 LDC, Storekeeper, Cook & Other Vacancies – Ministry of Defence, HQ Bengal Engineer Group (BEG) and Centre, Roorkee has displayed 38 vacant seats for LDC, Storekeeper, CTI (Electrician), Cook, Messenger, Watchman, Lascar, Tailor, Washer man, Safaiwala posts. Desirous candidates satisfying the required eligibility mentioned in the HQ BEG & Centre Roorkee official notification can submit their application in the prescribed format on or before last date 22nd April 2017 with the help of details given below-
NOTE:- Candidate are suggested to read HQ BEG & Centre Roorke original job notification before applying for the desired post.
– Subscribe our Indian job portal for govt jobs 2018 or sarkari naukri in India.
HQ BEG & Centre Roorkee Jobs Opening Details:
Total Vacancies: 38
Name of the Posts:
1. LDC: 03 Posts
2. Storekeeper: 06 Posts
3. CTI (Electrician): 02 Posts
4. Cook: 04 Posts
5. Messenger: 04 Posts
6. Watchman: 01 Post
7. Lascar: 14 Posts
8. Tailor: 01 Post
9. Washer man: 01 Post
10. Safaiwala: 02 Posts
Essential Qualification:
Employment Notification Highlights
For post 1 candidates should have passed 12th or equivalent from any recognized Board/ University with typing speed of 35 w.p.m in English/ 30 w.p.m in Hindi.
For post 2 candidates should have passed 12th or equivalent from any recognized Board.
For post 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10 candidates should have passed High School or equivalent from any recognized Board/ University.
For post 4 candidates should have passed Matriculation or equivalent from any recognized Board/ University with knowledge of Indian Cooking and proficiency in trade.
Required Age:
Candidates age should be between 18- 25 years for General, 18 to 30 years for ST, 18 to 28 years for OBC candidates.
Mode of Selection:
Selection of candidates will be made based on practical test, typing test, written test.
Way of Applying:
Interested & eligible candidates can send their application in the format attached with notification along with self attested copies of relevant certificates & three passport size photographs by ordinary post to the following address:
Administrative Officer, HQ BEG & Centre Roorkee – 247667,
Distt-Hardwar (Uttarakhand)
Dates to Remember:
Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 22/04/2017 up to 02:00 PM.
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It may only be the start of December, but Instagram is already looking back at the most-liked photos from the year. So who earned the top spot? Unsurprisingly, Kendall Jenner's photo of her lying on the floor with her hair fanned out around her head in a halo of heart shapes still reigns supreme (above). Not only is it the most-liked photo of the year, it's also the most-liked image ever.
And while Jenner's Instagram achievement is certainly noteworthy, 2015 seems to be the year of Taylor Swift. The "Wildest Dreams" singer earned five spots on Instagram's top 10 list. The rest of the most-liked 'grams all came from female stars, including Beyoncé, Selena Gomez, and Kylie Jenner. Talk about girl power. Scroll down to this year's most popular 'grams.
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While we are talking pre-cruise homework, taking out cruise-specific travel insurance is advisable; even if you are not leaving Australian waters, Medicare and private-health policies do not cover medical expenses, which can be enormous on cruises. A good policy will also cover your expenses for cruises that are cancelled, unforeseen flight delays that mean you miss the ships departure and pre-paid port excursions that might have to be missed because of weather or sea conditions.
Our cruise ship deck plans will show you what is what (activities, amenities, serving what purpose), located where, changed when (newest upgrades / latest refurbishment review). All dining venues (restaurants and food bars) reviews also contain basic menu/cuisine information, and whether the dining options are complimentary, at surcharge PP or a la carte priced.
Whatever sort of cruise you choose – resort-style, boutique-luxury, leisurely river or adventure – you want to make the most of your precious time on board. And if you are cruising for the first time, there are lots of things you can do to save time and money that might not apply to land-based holidays.
Talking of balconies, a balcony cabin does cost more than an inside or oceanview cabin, but for a extra few dollars a day a balcony cabin more than repays the cost in quality of cruise life – you have uncrowded sea and port views, fresh air whenever you want, and the luxury of privacy. Go for cruise ship cabin plans first.
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Martha Stewart Kids
Leftover beads, ribbon, yarn, and pieces of fabric from bigger sewing and knitting projects lend themselves wonderfully to inventive creations. Even your mending basket will likely turn up a trove of orphaned buttons and old clothes that can be transformed into any number of wearable crafts. But don't limit yourself to recycled fashions. These same items can be used to make bags, cards, frames, and even a few easy-to-sew stuffed toys.
Heart-Shaped Buttons
Butterfly Patch Shirt
Chain Wallet
Pocket Purse
Funny Hats
Felt Pencil Case
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Authorities complete investigation into fatal police shooting
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) has completed its investigation into the fatal shooting of Justine Ruszczyk Damond in July.
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The Australian woman was shot dead by a police officer, Officer Mohamed Noor, outside her home in Minneapolis in July after calling 911 to report a suspected assault in the alley next to her house.
Read more: Tears, anger as Justine Damond laid to rest in Minneapolis
The BCA has handed over its findings to the Hennepin County attorney's office for consideration of charges.
"As it has throughout this investigation, the BCA will continue to work with the county attorney as needed to provide any additional information to prosecutors," the state Department of Public Safety said in a statement.
Read more: New twist in Justine Damond shooting case
After the transfer of the case was announced, the county attorney's office released a statement of its own, saying,
"Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman and several senior prosecutors will now carefully review the case file to determine what, if any, charges might be brought."
Freeman is expected to make a decision on the case by the end of the year.
Read more: Malcolm Turnbull demands answers for 'inexplicable' police shooting
At the time of the death, Officer Noor's partner, Officer Harrity, told Minnesota's Bureau of Criminal Apprehension that Noor shot Damond through their squad car door as she walked down her driveway to greet them.
Harrity claimed Noor fired his weapon after being "startled" by a loud noise.
Noor has been on paid leave since the shooting.
Damond, 40, was living in the US and was due to wed her American fiance Don Damond this year.


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The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club in Offering Thanksgiving Week Stay SpecialGolfvaca
NAPLES, FL – If you do not yet have plans for Thanksgiving Week, you should consider heading to The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club in Southwest Florida to take advantage of an enticing special offer the AAA Four-Diamond beachfront resort just announced. If you stay at the resort for four or more nights from November 20-26, 2017, you will receive a complimentary coupon for two adults to enjoy the resort's elaborate Thanksgiving Day Buffet on Thursday, November 23, 2017. In addition, guests at the lush resort always benefit from no resort fees, complimentary valet parking and self-parking, and complimentary access to the resort's fitness center.
Featuring a truly beautiful setting on the pristine soft white-sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, the resort has spent more than $50 million in impressive renovations and enhancements over the last few years. This included the dramatic renovation — almost reinvention — of its championship golf course. Completed in November 2016, the $9 million total redesign of the resort's course was done by golf icon and acclaimed course designer Jack Nicklaus in collaboration with renowned course architect John Sanford.
Taking advantage of this appealing offer is a great way to experience the resort's beautifully redesigned par-71 golf course. Featuring five tees, ranging from 4,800 yards to over 6,900 yards, the course was redesigned to challenge the best players but also be enjoyable for all golfers. In addition, the resort added a 300-yard practice and teaching range, and now has golf carts with GPS tracking systems to aid golfers with yardages on each hole, thus helping pace of play.
Not a golfer? Certainly not a problem. Set on 125 lush acres, the picturesque beachfront resort also features an impressive array of other on-site recreational options. In fact, the resort is Southwest Florida's only beachfront resort with a championship golf course, a world-class spa, and an award-winning tennis center all on-site.
The resort's full-service spa offers an impressive array of relaxing massages, refreshing body treatments, restorative facials, manicures, pedicures, and salon services. Featuring nine individual spa treatment rooms, The Spa has separate women's and men's relaxation areas and locker rooms, saunas, steam rooms, whirlpool baths, a fitness center, an aerobics studio, and a full-service salon. Among the many enticing services offered are the Signature Medley Massage, Aroma-Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Essential Facial, Express Mud Detoxifying Body Wrap, Lemon Verbena Body Polish, and Tropical Glow Sugar Scrub.
Complemented by seven miles of pristine white-sand beach, the resort also features a beachfront pool complex with two pools, whirlpools and locker facilities; the Mary C. Watkins Tennis Center with six Har-Tru courts; Beach Kids Club, a complimentary daily recreational program for children ages 5 to 12; beach rentals; and retail shops.
Providing a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, the resort is an exceptional tropical getaway. Owned and operated by the Watkins family for three generations, the resort is located at 851 Gulf Shore Blvd. North in Naples, Florida. Contact the resort at (800) 237-7600 or (239) 261-2222, and visit NaplesBeachHotel.com. For additional information about the resort's Thanksgiving Day Buffet, call 239-659-4328.


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Coming up with meals and snacks for picky eaters can be quite the struggle for parents, and as I have talked about in the past, I am not stranger to this. So I am really excited to share today's recipe with you all. I don't know a single child who doesn't go nuts for Goldfish® crackers. When building this recipe, I kept in mind the things that my kids will and won't eat, along with us parents! This Cheesy Ranch chicken nugget recipe can easily be used as an after school snack or an easy dinner idea.
First things first, what you'll need:
- 1 Packet powdered ranch (like you would use to make dressing)
- 4 cups original Cheddar Goldfish® crackers
- 3 Medium thawed chicken breasts
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup flour
- foil covered baking sheet
- carrot sticks and celery
- dipping sauce of your choosing (we like ranch!)
First things first, prep your Goldfish® crackers. We are using these for the breading on our cheesy chicken nuggets. You can use a food processor, but who has time for cords and stuff? I just measured out 4 cups of crackers, dumped them into a ziploc bag and pulverized them with a rolling pin. Old school. When crushing these, remember you don't want a fine dust, you want more of a flake consistency.
Once they are nice and broken up, pour them into a bowl and mix in your packet of ranch seasoning thoroughly. Set this mixture to the side.
Next we are going to make a super simple egg wash. Just crack 3 eggs into a shallow dish and add your 1/2 cup of milk in and whisk together until well combined. Set this to the side as well.
In yet another bowl (I promised the recipe was easy, not mess free), have your flour handy. You want a bowl that you can easy coat chicken nugget pieces in.
Once your dipping station is ready to go, prep your chicken. Wash the chicken breasts and trim off the fat if that is something you do. Next, cut into one inch slices. You can cut these again in half to make nuggets or leave them in strips- that is entirely up to you!
Now is the fun part! You are going to create an assembly line of sorts, and when you find your groove, it will go fast. First, coat a nugget in flour, move on to egg wash on both sides, and on to the Goldfish® cracker crumbs. You could stop here, but I always double dip. If I'm making anything where I want a crispy crust, I find that if you do a double dip back into the egg wash, and again into the breading you will have a very crunchy and crispy breading that is to die for.
Once you've completed the last dip, set on your baking sheet. Continue doing this until you have a sheet of delectable looking nuggets! These will cook in the oven on 400 degrees for about 15 minutes, or until your juices run clear.
I served them with some Pretzel Goldfish® crackers and carrots and celery sticks! You could do so many different things with these though.
These easily are our new favorite dinner, family wide. Jake and I loved them too. I found everything I needed for the recipe at Walmart!
Tell me below, what are your kids' favorite way to eat Goldfish® crackers?
- 1 Packet powdered ranch (like you would use to make dressing)
- 4 cups original Cheddar Goldfish® crackers
- 3 Medium thawed chicken breasts
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup flour
- foil covered baking sheet
- carrot sticks and celery
- dipping sauce of your choosing (we like ranch!)
- Measure 4 cups crackers, crush with rolling pin, add packet of ranch and set to side.
- Measure 1 cup flour into bowl, set aside.
- Make egg wash with 3 eggs and milk, set aside.
- Wash chicken breast, trim fat and slice into nuggets or tenders.
- First, coat nugget in flour.
- Next, coat in egg wash.
- Then, coat in breading.
- Repeat steps 6 & 7 and place on baking tray.
- Bake at 400 for 15 or until juices run clear.


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Monarch Airlines Give Flying a Huge Dose of Reality TV
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Fancy having Peter Andre as your pilot? Or what about Jordan 'call me Katie' Price as your flight attendant? Well, reality TV fans, this could be your day!
Airlines always aim to please, and this time, Monarch Airlines have gone one step further by inaugurating CelebAir, with 10 'celebrities' being trained to do various jobs. Sounding like a mixture of Airline and Celebrity Big Brother, the as-yet-unnamed celebs will be put through their paces then voted out weekly.
A spokesman for ITV2, which will be screening the series, calls it 'a huge reality event' (presumably because flying in a celeb-less plane isn't real enough). The channel also promises 'a real plane, with real passengers with real holidays to go on' but wisely decides not to mention the fact that the celebrities might be real C-list celebrities.
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Wrapping Up 2015!
After taking a much needed 6 week blogging break I just HAD to pop back in to make one last post in 2015! Thanks for hanging out with me on Facebook and Instagram over the holidays! 2016 been an amazing year! My family has moved, made some new amazing friends, accomplished so many of our goals and are so ready to springboard into another awesome new year! Since we last talked, we've had a blast hosting our very first Thanksgiving (with a table of 11!), wrapping up the year with recruiting and holiday themed fitness classes and road tripping to Colorado for a nice long Christmas vacation! Being with family over Christmas has been absolutely amazing, especially now that there are little kids in the picture! My sister has a daughter just a bit younger than Little M and having those cousins together for Christmas was just priceless! It felt so good to be in Colorado for a while - feel that COLD winter air, play in the snow and of course get some really good runs in! I sure do miss running in Colorado!
I know Christmas has come and gone and we're all done thinking about gifts for a while, but I just had to share a couple of the awesome running related gifts my family got me this year! They sure know me well!
I've got lots to be excited about in the coming weeks (and year!) Here are a few things I'm most looking forward to!
Have a happy New Year! I'll talk to you again soon!!!
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C.V. Chandrupatla, S. Grover, D.P. Edward; Tumor Necrosis Factor- (TNF-) and TNF- Receptor R1 in Peripheral Ulcerative Keratitis (PUK) . Invest. Ophthalmol. Vis. Sci. 2003;44(13):1397.
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Purpose: TNF-α is a cytokine that is an important mediator of inflammation. Its presence and its role in PUK have not yet been investigated. It is hypothesized that TNF-α and its receptor, R1 might be upregulated in PUK, and play a role in corneal ulceration and melt. This experiment seeks to determine if TNF-α and TNF-α R1 can be immunolocalized in normal human corneas, and if their expression was increased in corneas with PUK and bullous keratopathy (BK). Methods: Thirteen corneas each with PUK (ages, 21-71 years) and BK (ages, 32-91 years) were compared to fourteen normal human corneas (ages, 45-84 years). Indirect immunohistochemistry was performed on deparaffinized slides using antibodies against TNF-α and TNF-α R1. The corneal epithelium, keratocytes, and inflammatory cells, when present, were examined for immunoreactivity and the intensity graded by two independent observers. Results: In normal corneas, anti-TNF-α immunostaining was absent in all layers in a majority of specimens. 3/14 normal corneas showed weak staining in the basal epithelium. In PUK, 4/13 specimens with epithelium present showed moderate to intense anti-TNF-α staining. In addition, 12/13 PUK specimens showed mild to moderate staining of anti-TNF-α in keratocytes mainly localized to the area of ulceration. Also, 12/13 specimens showed mild to moderate staining of the inflammatory cells in the cornea. In BK, 5/13 specimens showed mild anti-TNF-α immunostaining in the basal epithelium and mild labeling in the keratocytes in 8/13 specimens. Anti-TNF-α staining was negative in the corneal endothelium in all sections examined. Anti-TNF-α R1 immunostaining was mildly positive in focal inflammatory cells in 4/12 PUK specimens, whereas immunolabeling was absent in the epithelium, keratocytes and endothelium in PUK, BK and normal corneas. Conclusions: In PUK, increased intensity of TNF-α immunoreactivity was observed not only in the inflammatory cells but also in the keratocytes and basal epithelium when compared to normal and BK corneas. This could imply the upregulation of TNF-α in PUK and a possible role in the mechanism of corneal melt; however, the absence of TNF-α R1 immunoreactivity suggests that this receptor is unlikely to play a role in the pathogenesis of PUK. TNF-α may represent a target for therapy against the inflammatory reaction induced in autoimmune corneal degenerative diseases.
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This upcoming week the journals of reformist leader Zhao Ziyang will be published by Simon and Shuster, according to the New York Times. Titled "Prisoner of the State: The Secret Journal of Zhao Ziyang," the memoirs are candid reflections on change in China from its reforms in the late '70s to May 1989, when he was removed from his post after disagreements with conservative party leaders. Originally recorded on 30 cassette tapes which he numbered in his own handwriting, the journals add to the understanding of the intellectual leadership behind China's market-economy reforms 30 years ago; Harvard Professor Roderick MacFarquhar writes in the book's foreword, "it was he rather than Deng (Xiaoping) who was the actual architect of reform."
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Diabetes, no one plans to develop diabetes, especially not mums to be. In fact it probably wouldnt even cross most womens mind when they have just found out they are pregnant. However, Gestational Diabetes (GD) will affect around 5% of UK pregnancies. Once diagnosed there are so many misconceptions within society, these women end up feeling guilty. Thinking somehow, they have caused it to themselves. Support from the NHS OK, but hindered by offering advice based upon Type 2 Diabetes (a low fat diet due to the link with obesity). GD, however is hormone driven. Most women will struggle to follow type 2 dietary advice, due to the fluctuations of their hormone levels during pregnancy.
Hopefully this post will give you a brief overview of the condition, how you can help yourself manage GD and quash a few misconceptions associated with it.
What is Gestational Diabetes?
GD is defined as Diabetes that develops or is first diagnosed during pregnancy. Also known as 'Carbohydrate intolerance' (sugars also come from carbohydrates) . In general, Diabetes is the result of too much sugar in the blood . Blood Sugar levels (BSL) are controlled by a hormone called Insulin. We eat and digest our food. Some of which will be broken down into glucose (a type of sugar). Glucose is transfered into the bloodstream. In response, the pancreas produces insulin to help our cells absorb the glucose to use as energy. As this happens BSLs lower.
Pregnancy hormones cause our cells to respond less efficiently to insulin ( this is insulin resistance) and BSL can remain elevated. To some extent, this happens to all pregnant women and this is totally normal. This response would allow for a fetus to survive under famine conditions. In response to elevated BSL More insulin is produced and BSL should drop. However, in some women their cells become more and more resistant to insulin. Therefore, their cells can't absorb the glucose efficiently. When the pancreas has produced as much insulin as it can and cells continue to struggle, BSL continue to remain high, and this is GD.
Can anyone develop Gestational Diabetes?
YES!! Do not think just because you are young, fit, and/or healthy that you are not at risk. Many young women with a healthy BMI who eat a healthy nutritious balanced diet and exercise regually end up being diagnosed with GD. GD does not discriminate! Having said that, some factors can put you at a slightly increased risk:
- A BMI of 30 or more
- A family history of diabeties
- A previous diagnosis of GD
- A previous pregnancy with a large baby (10lb+)
- Are of South Asian, Black African of middle Eastern descent
What are the risks of Gestational Diabetes?
If your BSL are well controlled (with diet or medication) then you can greatly reduce any complications associated with GD. Most women will go onto have a normal healthy pregnancy and baby. Most complications are rare, but some can be serious:
- Macrosomia – A large baby for gestational age and can lead onto Shoulder Dystocia (below)
- Shoulder Dystocia – Babies head passes through the vagina but the shoulders get stuck behind the pelvis
- Premature Birth
- Hypoglycaemia after delivery – Low Blood Sugar
- Newborn Jaundice
- Miscarriage
- Stillbirth
- Placenta insufficiency – Early aging of the placenta
- Polyhydramnios – Excessive Amniotic Fluid
- IUGR – Intrauterine growth restriction, babies growth is slow or ceases
- Pre – Eclampsia
After delivery, your babies BSL will be tested a number of times. Therefore expect to stay in hospital for at least 24hrs after birth.
How is Gestational Diabeties Diagnosed?
At your booking in appointment, if the midwife feels there are any risk factors for developing GD (for me it was maternal line Type 2) you will be booked in for a Glucose Tolerance test (GTT) at 28 weeks. If you have had GD you will automatically be tested for GD before 28 weeks. You will be required to fast for around 12 hours (overnight), a fasting blood sample is then taken. You are then given a syrup glucose soloution to drink. 2 hours later another blood test will be taken. To pass the test (and remain non GD) your fasting BSL must be under 5.3Mol and your 2 hour test under 7.7mol (this may vary slightly by region).
One thing to remember is that GD is progressive and insulin resistance increases the further into pregnancy you get. If you pass the 28 week test, you could still go onto develop GD at any point later. If you think this is the case you must talk with your midwife. My SIL passed her 28 week GTT, but at a rotuine growth scan at 32 weeks showed her babies belly was in the 99th centile, and being really thirsty and a family history of diabetes she requested another GTT. This one she failed.
How is Gestational Diabeties Controlled?
Once diagnosed you will be issued with a BSL monitor, lancet and testing strips. This will enable you to monitor your BSL throughout the day. How many times and when you test will be dependant on your hospitl trust. For me in the South East, I had to test my sugars 7 times a day. On waking (before food), 1hr post breakfast, Before Lunch, 1hr post lunch, before tea,1 hr post tea and then again before bed. You will be given target BSL, these again depend on your trust. For East Sussex my BSL should of been <5.3mol before food and <7.8mol 1hr after food.
Depending on your diagnosis results, you will likely be asked to try to stablise your BSL initially through diet and exercise. This should involve cutting out refined sugars and limiting your intakes of natural sugars i.e fruit and limiting your carbohydrate portions. You should also cut back on white breads, white pastas, potatoes and breakfast cereals. Swapping for Seeded granary breads, whole wheat pastas and sweet potatoes. Unfortunatley most GD women can not tolerate any form of breakfast cereal and is one of the hardest changes to make . Snacks are great between meals to help stabilise BSL but they must be GD friendly. Ideal snacks would be nuts or oat cakes with cheese. You can have some treats such as No added suagr Jelly and No Added sugar Angel delight, but these are best eatern with a helping or cream!
The more exercise the better, however if you can't do much even a 20 minute stroll after dinner can help reduce BSL.
After diagnosis, if your BSL were very high you may be put straight onto medication, usually though medication is prescribed if diet and exercise alone are not keeping you below your target BSL. This is quite common with most women, especially as GD gets progressively worse (although some women can remain diet controlled until the end!). Metformin is a tablet prescribed and is often trialled first in various doses. If your BSL still remain unstable than you may be prescribed insulin or a combination of Metformin and Insulin.
Controlled BSL, greatly reduces the risk of any of the complications associated with GD.
….So what does Gestational Diabetes mean?
It means you have not given yourself GD, GD just happens sometimes. They myth that you can control it is just that, a myth. You can help manage GD by monitoring and watching your diet. You can help manage GD by doing exercise, but you can not control GD. You can not control how your cells react to the pregnancy hormones. GD does not mean you will definatley have a big baby, it does not mean you will have to have a cesarean, it does not mean you can't have a VBAC or that your baby will need to go straight into special care.
If you have tried to stabilise your GD with diet and exercise but you still need medicine, be kind to yourself, sometimes there's nothing you can do. Accept you just need some extra help, don't beat yourself up. You still have options and most women with GD will go onto to have a calm relaxed birth and a healthy baby.
For GREAT advice and furthur infomation please visit Gestational Diabetes UK. To read about my GD diagnosis click here.
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So nice to have a mums perspecitve. I will watch out for this in future if we are lucky enough to have another baby. X #twinklytuesday


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