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Tokyo tourism: Bridgestone Museum of Art and stunning exhibitions
Tokyo tourism: Bridgestone Museum of Art and stunning exhibitions
Lee Jay Walker
Modern Tokyo Times
The Bridgestone Museum of Art (http://www.bridgestone-museum.gr.jp/en/) is currently holding an adorable exhibition which will finish on June 24, 2012. This current exhibition is to commemorate the sixtieth year of the creation of this amazing art gallery in the heart of Tokyo. Following the current exhibition titled"Bridgestone Museum of Art at Sixty: You've Got to See These Paintings" it will be followed by an intriguing exhibition about "Debussy, Music and the Arts" which will run between July 14 and October 14, 2012. Therefore, all year round you will find extremely fascinating and diverse exhibitions which highlight culture, history, the arts, and so much more related to important elements of human interaction.
This article is about the current exhibition titled the "Bridgestone Museum of Art at Sixty: You've Got to See These Paintings." The exhibition is aimed at highlighting the development of this intriguing museum and special themes have been selected to split the exhibition into eleven fascinating areas.
On the website of the Bridgestone Museum of Art it comments that "Here visitors can enjoy the essence of the Ishibashi Foundation Collection. It has been six decades since we began carefully to add to what began as Ishibashi Shojiro's personal collection. We now offer our visitors the opportunity to savor the results in depth."
The eleven "thematic categories" in this exhibition are The Self-Portrait, The Portrait, The Nude, Models, Leisure, The Narrative, Mountains, Rivers, The Sea, The Still Life, and Contemporary Art. Each theme highlights the beauty of Western art and Japanese art. The diversity of the artists on show means that the senses and fusions of ideas challenge you in each section and clearly you have many common denominators, notably the lore of France for many Japanese artists.
In the first theme titled The Self-Portrait the most striking image is Paul Cezanne because the color scheme, powerful eyes, and the rich background highlights many aspects of his art. The sternest image applies to Sakamoto Hanjiro because he looks "cold" and emanating strength. In the other direction the world of Pablo Picasso highlights the world he portrayed therefore no noticeable features can be seen. Unlike the portrayal of Sakamoto Hanjiro the image of Rembrandt van Rijin highlights innocence and a person who appears open.
The next theme takes you to The Portrait and the art works selected and the portraits highlighted apply to various themes. Pierre-Auguste Renoir in the Young Girl and Mlle Georgette Charpentier Seated highlights the innocence of young girls who have the world in front of them. Leonard Foujita (Fujita Tsuguharu) in contrast focuses on an elegant and sophisticated lady who looks extremely appealing. The most illuminating image is titled the Boy by Sekine Shoji because the facial expression and usage of red leaves a deep impression.
The Nude is the third theme and the two most distinctive images are After the Bath by Edgar Degas andWoman Reclining by Kuniyoshi Yasuo. Edgar Degas is clearly taking extreme care because the detail is very sophisticated. While Kuniyoshi Yasuo shows a lady entering another world with her eyes closed and the contours of her body expressing natural beauty. Alternatively, Henri Matisse painting called Nude in the Studiotypifies his distinctive style and much is left to the imagination. The most realistic pieces of art which are clear in this section apply to Wada Eisaku and Okada Saburosuke.
Following this theme is Models which flows naturally from The Nude section. This collection highlights six various pieces of art. The style of Henri Matisse means that his Woman with Blue Bodice is the most distinctive because the other pieces of art focus on mainstream images. The one image which is striking for its diversity and richness is the Girl of Brehat by Kuroda Seiki. For you have many fascinating angles which highlights the innocence of a young lady who isn't broken by poverty and her surroundings. It could feasibly highlight nervousness to some individuals but personally this image focuses on strength despite adversity. Both pieces of art by Fujishima Takeji are classics because Black Fan and Woman of Ciociaria show two women who are very alluring because of their elegant features. Young Woman in the Woods by Camille Corot is also very beautiful but within a more simplistic message than the two paintings by Fujishima Takeji.
Leisure is the next theme and all seven pieces of art are extremely different. In a sense, this section is the most diverse because of the various styles of the artists. Therefore, it is difficult to pinpoint the most striking images because much will depend on the personal attraction of the viewer. Of course, this will apply to each piece of art but in this theme it isn't easy to highlight what stands out because each image is extremely distinctive by itself. In saying that, the work titled In the Wings at the Circus by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec is extremely fascinating because of the color scheme and layout. The darkness of In the Lamplight by Pierre Bonnard leaves much to the imagination but when you look very close up it is clear that the atmosphere is extremely relaxing. Overall, this theme is the most diverse because you have the natural leisure time by the sea painted by Eugene Boudin, to the non-facial and foggy contours of Masked Ball at the Opera by Edouard Manet, and this is followed by the striking colors of Saltimbanque Seated with Arms Crossed by Pablo Picasso.
The Narrative is the next theme and Christ in the Outskirts by Georges Rouault is extremely powerful by its simplicity and meaning. Also, for many artists they were "in the outskirts" because of thinking, poverty, and being unrecognized compared with the talents they had. Honore Daumier on the other hand is depicting a picture of strength and the color scheme to Don Quixote in the Mountains is extremely beautiful. The art work titled Onamuchi-no-mikoto by Aoki Shigeru is one of his finest pieces of work that he ever produced. This applies to the potency of the image and the mysterious angle regarding the lady holding her breast and looking directly at the viewer who studies this art piece. On top of this you have the majesty of A Biblical or Historical Nocturnal Scene by Rembrandt van Rijin.
Following on from The Narrative is the Mountains theme. This fascinating section highlights a traditional Japanese artist called Sesshu Toyo. He, like Rembrandt van Rijin, belongs to a different world than the majority of artists on show because both these artists belong to a completely different period of history. The Landscape of the Four Seasons by Sesshu Toyo is a reminder of the rich connection between China and Japan and how both cultures have impacted on each other. Mount Sainte-Victoire and Chateau Noir by Paul Cezanne is a completely different style than Sesshu Toyo but the majesty of nature and architecture bridges time, culture, style, and perspectives. Similarly, you can see a rich connection between Meadowland by Henri Rousseau andPower Plant in the Snow by Oka Shikanosuke. This doesn't apply to the themes selected by both artists but it certainly applies to the style of art and clearly Oka Shikanosuke admired Henri Rousseau. The art pieces by Paul Gauguin, Gustave Courbet, Camille Corot, and Sakamoto Hanjiro, are all extremely beautiful based on different factors. Indeed, Ville d'Avray by Camille Corot could be a scene from any nation with a similar countryside landscape. Therefore, this stunning piece of art is timeless and international within nations that share a similar backdrop within the countryside.
Moving on to the next theme titled Rivers. The stunning June Morning in Saint-Mammes by Alfred Sisley is a true delight along with Women Going to the Woods by the same artist. Alfred Sisley produced countless numbers of amazing landscapes and the nature of Vegetable Garden by Camille Pissarro which is highlighted in this collection would have appealed greatly to him. Flood at Argenteuvil, Water Lily Pond, and Water Liliesby Claude Monet highlights the majesty of this amazing artist who is deeply admired in Japan. The art pieces by Vincent van Gogh titled Windmills on Montmartre, Washing Place in Grez-sur-Loing by Asai Chu, and the delightful Landscape near Vernon by Pierre Bonnard, are real treats which show the power of the Rivers theme. Indeed, every piece of art in this collection is richly rewarding and while it isn't clear why Café Terrace with Posters by Saeki Yuzo is in the Rivers theme, this doesn't distract from the power of this piece of art which was created by an individual who died extremely young and in tragic circumstances. Another quality piece of art applies to Canal Boat by Maurice de Vlaminck which is so rich when it comes to the color scheme and with an industrial landscape in the background fitting in gently because of the amazing style of this artist.
The richness of this amazing exhibition is further highlighted by the next theme titled The Sea. Once more Claude Monet comes to prominence because the Belle-Ile, Rain Effect highlights the rugged beauty of nature.Collioure by Henri Matisse once more shows the powerful individuality of this artist and the style fits in well withPort of Concarneau by Paul Signac. Fujishima Takeji comes to prominence in this collection because four pieces of his art are displayed. Each piece highlights the richness of Fujishima Takeji but Waves at Oaraistands out because it is a real gem. In contrast to this is the delightful Distant View of Awajishima which is tranquil compared with the Waves at Oarai. Similarly to the power of the above mentioned artist is the stunningSeascape, Mera by Aoki Shigeru.
Following on from this theme is The Still Life collection whereby Roses and Lemons and a Melon by Yasui Sotaro are extremely beautiful. The theme of both isn't complex but the style and power of color is a wonder to behold and highlights the strength of Yasui Sotaro. Innocent Moonlit Night by Koga Harue is intriguing because of the chaotic nature of things in the layout but the layout itself is based on order in a surreal sense. This collection is also blessed with Peaches by Pierre Bonnard, Bowl and Milk-jug by Paul Cezanne, Interior, House in Dordogne by Leonard Foujita, and Still Life with Horse's Head by Paul Gauguin.
The final theme in this entire exhibition is titled Contemporary Art. In this collection the piece of art by Zao Wou-ki takes prominence because of the richness of the background. Other notable pieces of art includeComposition by Serge Poliakoff and Red Devil by Sugai Kumi.
Overall, the exhibition by the Bridgestone Museum of Art is a real treasure because the art on show is full of richness, diversity, and imagination. The artists speak for themselves because you have so many amazing artists which are highlighted in this adorable exhibition. Therefore, irrespective if you are a Tokyoite or tourist, the Bridgestone Museum of Art should come highly on your agenda because the richness of culture highlighted at this institution is truly remarkable.
http://www.bridgestone-museum.gr.jp/en/ in English
http://www.bridgestone-museum.gr.jp/ in Japanese
The images in this article do not come from the Bridgestone Museum of Art. In order to view the real works by all the artists highlighted then please visit the above websites.


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- MS-13-28, SF Box 65, Folder 10
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- 1898-1947
Fonds consists of correspondence belonging to Mrs. Angus Morton and a copy of a poem written by Dr. Morton.
Morton, Angus McDonald, Dr., 1871-1944
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Fonds consists of correspondence belonging to Mrs. Angus Morton and a copy of a poem written by Dr. Morton.
Morton, Angus McDonald, Dr., 1871-1944
Fonds consists of various tickets and certificates from the University of Edinburgh. There are several obituaries from different sources in the Case File.
Parker, Daniel McNeil, Dr., 1822-1907
Fonds consists of notebooks, correspondence, books, articles, a photograph, and artifacts.
Stewart, John, Lt. Col. Dr.
Fonds consists of student registration tickets, examinations, and various papers written or collected by James Robert Corston while he was a student.
Corston, James R.
Osler Medico-Historical Club of Halifax fonds
Fonds consists of medical academic papers presented to the Osler Medico-Historical Club.
The Osler Medico-Historical Club of Halifax.
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Stewart, Chester B.
William Oban Farquharson fonds
Fonds consists of a medical license awarded by the Provincial Medical Board of Nova Scotia. Missing from the fonds are two Dalhousie University Football (Dal Meds) photographs (1901 and 1902).
Farquharson, Willam Oban
Fonds consists of several articles about Dr. Gosse and a copy of an address made to the Nova Scotia Health Council.
Gosse, Clarence Lloyd, 1912-
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Jones, Robert Orville
Our Voices Matter Oral History Collection
Collection consists of 16 DVDs, 5 CD-ROMs, and 54.4 GB of digital video and electronic transcriptions. The collection contains oral histories given by mental health consumers that span the second half of the twentieth century to the present. Some ...
Canadian Mental Health Association. Halifax-Dartmouth Branch.
Fonds consists of four papers on dental care.
Thomson, George Kerr, Dr.
Fonds consists of correspondence in association with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and correspondence regarding his involvement with the Provincial Medical Board. Other papers include financial records, miscellaneous public...
Scammell, Harold L., Dr., 1905-1991
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Duff, J. Gordon
Andrew Walter Herdman Lindsay fonds
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Lindsay, Andrew Walter Herdman, Dr.
Thomas John (Jock) Murray Fonds
Fonds consists of the archival records of Thomas John (Jock) Murray, which includes correspondence and research materials on neurological disease, the humanities and the history of medicine.
Murray, Thomas John (Jock), Dr.
Donald Alexander Campbell fonds
Fonds consists of registration cards and student tickets from Dalhousie Medical School and articles about Dr. Campbell. Fonds also contains papers regarding his medical practice, including correspondence, medical notes with sketches, personal note...
Campbell, Donald Alexander, Dr., 1984-1917
Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine fonds
The fonds consists of records that document the administrative and operational activities of the Faculty of Medicine. These include general correspondence, minutes (faculty and departmental), financial records, reports, statistics, administrative ...
Dalhousie University. Faculty of Medicine.
Fonds consists of correspondence, certificates, photographs, a plaque, and newspaper clippings.
Coward, Norman Barrie, Dr., 1905-1997
Alexander John Murchison fonds
Fonds consists of papers and reports on Child Welfare.
Murchison, Alexander John, Dr.
Lecture notes recorded by Albert McMurda Sinclair
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Sinclair, Albert McMurda, Dr.
Fonds consists of a manuscript entitled "How I Came to Dalhousie."
Babkin, Boris
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MacKay, Robert William Murray, Dr.
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Curry, Matthew A., 1858
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MacKenzie, Luther Burns, Dr., 1880-1981
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Sieniewicz, Thaddeus M., Dr., 1895-1975
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Hattie, William Harop
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Kaplan, J. Gordin
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Linton, D.M., Dr.
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MacIntosh, George Arthur
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MacKenzie, Kenneth Alexander, 1880-1958
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MacPherson, Lloyd, Dr.
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Fonds consists of correspondence with J.G. MacGregor and copies of published articles. Additional information, including biographical and professional sketches, are in the Case File.
Reid, Alexander Peter, Dr.
Nova Scotia Council of Health fonds
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Nova Scotia Council of Health.
Fonds consists of notebooks from the medical school at the University of Edinburgh.
Weatherbe, Philip W., Dr.
Atlantic Research Centre fonds
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Atlantic Research Centre.
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Weld, Charles Beecher, 1899-1991
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MacRae, D.A.
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Atlee, Harold Benge
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Glenister, Ernest Ireson, 1901-1987
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Murray, Angus Edward, Dr., 1901-1986
Personal archives of Murray G. Brown
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Brown, Murray
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Kilpatrick, Elizabeth
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MacKenzie, Ian
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Royer, Benjamin Franklin, Dr., 1870-1961
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Woodbury, William Weatherspoon, Dr., 1882-1967
Grace Maternity Hospital fonds
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Grace Maternity Hospital.
Minute book of the Medical Relief Committee of Dartmouth
Item is a minute book kept during meetings of the Medical Relief Committee of Dartmouth. The Committee met regularly in late 1917 and 1918 to discuss the care of Dartmouth patients following the December 1917 Halifax Explosion. The minute book, wh...
Halifax Medical Commission. Medical Relief Committee.
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Young, Elrid Gordon
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The Particulars
Harvard sends 11 fencers to compete at the 2011 NCAA Fencing Championship, hosted by Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio. The event will last four days, Thursday through Sunday, and will crown individual champions in each gender, as well as a coed team champion.
Harvard's Participants
Men's Epee Previous NCAA Finishes
Michael Raynis
James Hawrot 2010 – 14th
Men's Foil
Lucas Lin
Tommasso di Robilant 2010 – 12th
Men's Sabre
Thomas Kolasa
Valentin Staller 2010 – 6th; '09 – 15th
Women's Epee
Felicia Sun 2010 – 21st
Noam Mills 2010 – 2nd; '09 – 2nd
Women's Foil
Alexandra Kiefer
Katherine Chou
Women's Sabre
Caroline Vloka 2010 – Champion; 2009 – 2nd
The 2011 NCAA Championship
A total of 144 fencers will converge on Columbus, Ohio, for this year's NCAA Fencing Championship beginning Thursday. The men will fence a full round-robin (23 bouts, first to five touches) spanning the first two days, followed by the women, Friday and Saturday. Each individual win in the round-robin counts for one point towards the team score. The top four in each weapon will advance to the individual medal rounds, which are scored to 15 touches for a win. The men will go on Friday, with the women's medal rounds occurring Sunday. The medal rounds results will not count towards the team scores.
Host Ohio State
This year's NCAA Championship will be hosted inside two facilities, Ohio State's French Field House and St. John's Arena. This will be the second time in four years the Buckeyes have hosted the national championship, holding hosting duties in 2008 as well. Ohio State owns two combined national titles (2004, '08) and a men's championship in 1942.
The Crimson hosted the 2010 NCAA Fencing Championships March 25-28, 2010, at Gordon Indoor Track. As 144 competitors representing 27 squads converged on Cambridge for the four-day event, over 700 spectators and 19 members of the media watched as Penn State claimed its second consecutive national team title.
For the women, Caroline Vloka captured the women's sabre national title, earning her second straight All-America first-team honors. She earned 19 wins en route to her first-place finish. Classmate Noam Mills claimed a second-place finish in the women's epee for the second consecutive year. Mills clinched All-America first-team honors for the second year in a row after claiming first place in the preliminaries with 21 victories. Shelby MacLeod claimed 11th place in the foil while senior Artemisha Goldfeder finished 12th. Both fencers earned All-America honorable mention status.
On the men's side, Staller claimed sixth in the sabre, earning him a spot on the All-America second team with 15 victories. Tommasso di Robilant claimed 12th in the men's foil, garnering All-America honorable mention. James Hawrot finished in 14th in the men's epee, while senior Karl Harmenberg claimed 16th in the competition.
Harvard's Championship History
Both the Crimson's men's and women's programs have a rich history of team and individual champions. The teams captured their first-ever title in 2006, taking home the NCAA combined championship over runner-up Penn State. Before then, the closest either team had gotten to a national championship was when the men's team finished second in 1969 behind Ivy League rival Penn.
The men have had four individual national champions. The first was in 1987 with Jim O'Neill '88 taking the men's epee title. In 1994, Kwame Van Leeuwen '94 took home the men's foil title. Harvard's 2006 title run was aided in a major way by the performance of eventual epee champion Benjamin Ungar '08-09. Most recently, Tim Hagamen '07 stood highest on the podium in winning the men's sabre.
The women sport two individual national champions in their history, including current junior co-captain Caroline Vloka, who captured the 2010 sabre title. Emily Cross, also a 2008 silver medalist for the US at the Bejing Olympics, won the 2005 individual foil championship.
Last Time Out
Highlighted by junior co-captain Valentin Staller's silver in the men's sabre, the second-ranked Harvard men's fencing team brought home a total of four medals and seven top-10 finishes at the NCAA Northeast Region Championship March 13 at Vassar College. The Crimson took the second through fourth spots in the event with Thomas Kolasa earning bronze and freshman Eric Arzoian following right behind in fourth place. Freshman Michael Raynis earned bronze for the Crimson in epee, while sophomore Tommasso di Robilant won bronze in the men's foil.
Freshman Alexandra Kiefer claimed another title in the foil and junior Noam Mills came out on top in the epee as the No. 3 Harvard women's fencing team had seven top-15 finishes at the NCAA Northeast Region Championship. Junior co-captains Hayley Levitt and Caroline Vloka both finished in the top 15 of the sabre event, with Levitt winding up 11th and Vloka coming in 13th.
International Representation
Freshman Michael Raynis (USA) and sophomore Ben White (England) have been selected to represent their countries at the World Junior Fencing Championships to be held in Jordan (Dead Sea Convention Center), March 29-April 6. Both are part of the men's starting epee squad lineup and both played a major role in the men's team's Ivy League championship win in February.
National Recognition
A total of four Harvard fencers have received national recognition this season from collegefencing360.com. Sophomore Benjamin Cohen was named National Fencer of the Week for Jan. 31-Feb. 6 after an 8-1 day at the Eric Sollee Invitational hosted by MIT. Kiefer was named a Primetime Performer for the same week thanks to an undefeated day at MIT.
Raynis was named a Primetime Performer for the week of Feb. 7-13 after his Ivy League Title-clinching bout win over Yale to give Harvard its first championship since 2007. Staller was named a Primetime Performer Jan. 17-23 for his performance at the St. John's Super Cup Jan. 23.
Fantastic Female Foil
The Harvard women's foil squad, led by Alexandra Kiefer and has included performances from sophomore Katherine Chou and junior Shelby Macleod, has been a force for the Crimson, going 9-0 in its dual against Tufts, 15-0 at the St. John's Super Cup, 26-1 at the Beanpot competition and 25-2 at the Eric Sollee Invitational. Harvard's foil squad went unbeaten during the two-day Ivy League Championship, going 6-0 to lead the team to a 4-2 record in the round-robin duals format. Kiefer has been a pleasant surprise for the Crimson, who in her freshman campaign has gone unbeaten at four different competitions and won gold at the season-opening Garret Open at Penn State.


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—Karina A., California State University, Fresno
Colds are pretty common, especially when you're sharing your space with hundreds or thousands of other students on campus. And if you're run down with the sniffles, your appetite is probably a little hindered. But it's still important (if not more so) to get in some nutrients to support your immune system. In fact, restricting calories when you're sick can potentially make your symptoms worse, increase the chance of you having the cold for longer, and even make you more susceptible to catching the flu, according to a study in the Journal of Immunology.
So what can you consume to help a cold?
Drink plenty of water
If you're running a fever, you can get mildly dehydrated, which can worsen muscle aches (and the general sense of misery). Avoid coffee or sodas with caffeine, which can increase dehydration. Bonus: Water helps thin mucus, which makes it easier to clear from your sinuses and airways.
Consume hot beverages/soups
Tea with honey and lemon can soothe a sore throat and help clear up a sinus congestion, at least temporarily. So does chicken soup.
Eat a little something
Especially if you're taking ibuprofen or other medicines that can be hard on your stomach, it's good to have a little food now and then. Mucus drainage often causes loss of appetite and mild nausea (I call this the "snot swallowing syndrome"). Eating a little bit of something sometimes alleviates these symptoms. Your best bets: fruits, veggies, and whole-grain foods, which can help you maintain a healthy immune system.
Don't bother with supplements
Assuming you're eating a balanced diet, Vitamin C, zinc, multivitamins, and other supplements don't give you anything you're not already getting, and they can be costly.
What about dairy?
I often hear nonmedical people say to avoid dairy during colds, but there's no scientific evidence to back this up. I've spent hours racking my brain over understanding this advice. I suspect that the basic idea is that colds cause overproduction of mucus. Mucus can be thick and white. Milk and yogurt are thick and white, so maybe people think there's already enough of this going on.
Bottom line: Dairy is fine during a cold.
Truth? There's no cure for the common cold. The most important things you can do are to get plenty of sleep, which helps you heal faster, and wash your hands frequently, which helps prevent getting others sick.


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Acura's new RDX shares much in concept with the TSX. Though one is an SUV and the other is a sports sedan, both vehicles are designed to blend strong performance with agility and precise handling. Excellent fuel economy and low emissions are also top priorities. The unique positioning of this new Entry Premium SUV within the Acura product line guided the development of a special powertrain for the RDX. A conventional 4-cylinder engine would have lacked the horsepower and torque needed to make the RDX a strong performer. On the other hand, a 6-cylinder would add weight and have higher fuel consumption.
A perfect solution came in the form of a turbocharger - a first for an Acura production vehicle. The RDX has an innovative new variable flow turbo that overcomes the shortcomings of conventional turbo designs and delivers an unusually broad powerband with little or no lag in throttle response. In addition, Acura's turbo design provides this benefit with high reliability. This is because airflow is controlled before it enters the turbocharger, rather than within the turbocharger as in traditional variable-flow designs. Acura's variable flow turbo design thus eliminates moving components that work directly in the stream of hot exhaust gases.
Architecturally similar to the TSX's 2.4-liter in-line four, the RDX applies an all-new 2.3-liter DOHC 16-valve in-line 4-cylinder engine. Like the TSX, the RDX uses i-VTEC valve control that combines Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) with Variable Timing Control (VTC). With the variable flow turbo working in unison with i-VTEC, the RDX delivers strong power and torque, excellent fuel economy and very low emissions.
Rated output for the engine is 240 horsepower @ 6000 rpm and 260 lbs.-ft. of torque @ 4500 rpm. That gives it the highest torque output of any engine in the Acura lineup. The RDX is preliminarily rated at an EPA estimated 19/23* City/Highway mileage, which puts it ahead of some less powerful SUV competitors.
* Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage may vary.
* Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage may vary.
With its rear-mounted exhaust manifold feeding directly into the turbocharger and the use of a close-coupled catalytic converter, the RDX uses its advanced Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) to meet strict CARB LEV II ULEV and EPA Tier-2 Bin-5 standards.
The RDX's 5-speed automatic with Sequential SportShift can function as a conventional automatic transmission or, at the driver's option, be shifted manually via steering-wheel-mounted paddles. The electronically controlled Drive-by-Wire Throttle System™ and automatic transmission work together to execute shifts, resulting in exceptionally quick and smooth gear changes.
To maximize available traction with handling balance and responsiveness, the RDX comes standard with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD™). This all-wheel-drive system progressively distributes the optimum amount of torque not only between the front and rear axles but also between the left and right rear wheels. The system's direct yaw control helps reduce understeer, improve steering accuracy and total cornering power.
Powertrain At A Glance
Transmission and Drive System
Noise, Vibration, and Harshness
Emissions/Fuel Economy
* Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage may vary.
Crankshaft, Engine Block And Oil Pan
The RDX utilizes an all-new turbocharged engine. The die-cast lightweight aluminum block has cast-in iron cylinder liners with 86mm bores. The block is a 2-piece design that fully supports the five main bearings with a single cast-alloy bed-plate assembly to maximize the rigidity and minimize noise and vibration. For even greater rigidity, the oil pan is a stiff aluminum alloy die casting.
To handle the 20% increase in horsepower and a 60% increase in torque output due to turbocharging, there are strengthening measures throughout the engine. The block has been reinforced, and additional structural reinforcements stiffen the engine's mating surface with the transmission.
The RDX uses a forged-steel crankshaft with a long 99mm stroke. To reduce friction and improve durability, the crankshaft journals are micropolished. Special forged connecting rods are engineered for the engine's high power output. The RDX has special alloy pistons with thick crowns and super hard Ni-P plating in the piston ring grooves to provide a long-wearing surface with extra heat resistance. A high-capacity oil pump supplies oil jets directed at the underside of the piston crowns to help dissipate heat.
Cylinder Head / Valvetrain
The RDX cylinder head is a low-pressure aluminum alloy casting and features four valves per cylinder driven by dual overhead cams. Due to turbocharging, the compression ratio is set at 8.8:1 and Premium Unleaded fuel is required for best resistance to detonation. Valve sizes are 35mm intake and 30mm exhaust, as in the TSX. An automatically adjusted silent-type cam chain is maintenance free and runs in an oil bath for maximum durability. For better cooling, the RDX has small-diameter 12mm spark plugs (the TSX has 14mm plugs) with a long 26.5mm reach (the TSX has 20.5mm reach plugs). The added reach allows the cylinder-head coolant jacket to be larger, with more coolant volume for better cooling and detonation resistance.
The RDX engine features i-VTEC, which adds Variable Timing Control (VTC) to Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) to provide optimal camshaft phasing. By allowing the valve lift and valve timing to be adjusted to suit the engine's operating parameters from moment to moment, i-VTEC provides substantial performance, efficiency and emissions improvements.
Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control
VTEC adjusts the lift and opening duration of the valves to help the engine produce stronger low-rpm torque and excellent high-rpm power. At low rpm, the timing of the two intake valves is staggered and their lift is asymmetric within each cylinder; this creates a swirl effect within the combustion chambers. With better mixing in the cylinders, burn speed and combustion stability are improved. As engine rpm builds, VTEC transitions to a high-lift, long-duration cam profile for improved high-rpm engine output.
Variable Timing Control
The i-VTEC system incorporates VTC, which continuously adjusts the intake cam timing to suit engine operating conditions. This precise control of cam timing improves power output, fuel economy and emissions performance.
A powertrain control unit monitors camshaft position, ignition timing, exhaust oxygen content and throttle position, then commands a VTC actuator to advance or retard the intake cam, optimizing engine output and reducing emissions. At idle, the intake cam is retarded to deliver a stable idle and reduce nitrous oxides (NOx) emissions. The intake cam is progressively advanced as rpm builds, so the intake valves open sooner and valve overlap increases. This reduces pumping losses, which increases fuel economy and further reduces exhaust emissions due to the creation of an internal exhaust gas recirculation effect. By continuously optimizing the amount of intake cam advance based on the operating conditions, the RDX engine develops high peak power without compromising running manners at a full range of other operating speeds.
Drive-By-Wire Throttle System™
Smart electronics connect the RDX throttle pedal to the throttle butterfly in the intake tract, optimizing engine response to suit driving conditions. The adjustable "gain" between throttle pedal and engine offers a significant step forward in drivability.
The Drive-by-Wire Throttle System™ establishes the current driving conditions by monitoring throttle pedal position, throttle butterfly position, road speed, and engine speed. This information is used to define the throttle control sensitivity. This gives the RDX throttle pedal a predictable and responsive feel that meets drivers' expectations.
Variable Flow Turbo
A variable flow turbo is the key element that allows the RDX's 4-cylinder engine to perform like a larger-displacement 6-cylinder engine, while still returning small-displacement fuel economy and very low emissions.
One of the challenges of turbocharging is the difficulty in sizing the turbo for optimal performance at all engine speeds. A small turbo spins up quicker, reducing lag (the delay between throttle-pedal movement and a substantial increase in boost pressure), but doesn't have enough flow for the best high engine-rpm performance. Conversely, a large turbo takes longer to spin up, but delivers maximum high rpm performance.
The new Acura variable flow turbo is designed to combine the best qualities of both small and large turbos, while avoiding their respective downsides or introducing any reliability concerns. The variable flow turbo increases exhaust gas velocity into the turbo housing at low speeds by restricting the inlet area with a movable valve, enabling the impeller to speed up quicker. At higher engine speed where exhaust gas flow is abundant, the valve opens progressively to maintain optimum exhaust gas flow into both the inner and outer scroll of the turbo housing, and to prevent choking.
Both the movable flow control valve and the wastegate that limits maximum boost pressure are powered by diaphragm-type actuators that are controlled by electric solenoids, which are in turn controlled by the engine's Electronic Control Unit (ECU). Under full-throttle operation, the flow control valve typically begins to open at 2000 rpm, and is fully open by 2500 rpm. Flow control valve position is determined by exhaust gas flow and not directly by engine rpm. Maximum boost pressure, which is dependent on temperature, altitude and other factors, is 13.5 pounds per square inch (700mm Hg).
Acura's variable flow turbo is designed for maximum durability. Unlike competitor variable-vane turbo designs that put the pivot point of moving parts in very high-temperature areas of the turbo housing, the Acura variable flow turbo has fewer moving parts inside the hot turbo housing, and is designed to shield the control valve pivot from the highest temperatures.
RDX's turbocharger is positioned to the rear of the engine, close to the exhaust ports for maximum transfer of the exhaust velocity to the turbo. Water passages in the aluminum exhaust manifold help keep the temperature in the exhaust system at optimum levels for both the turbocharger and catalytic converter. The turbo housing is made of austenite stainless cast iron for durability when exposed to high-temperature exhaust gases.
When the engine is shut off, coolant continues to circulate due to thermal convection, helping to prevent long-term heat-related damage to the turbo bearings.
Cold-Air Induction System And Intercooler
An air inlet is positioned in the front fascia to supply the RDX engine with cold, dense air (see Tab 3 - Body & Chassis). From there, ducting carries cold air to a large air filter assembly, and then on to the turbo located behind the engine block. From the turbo, compressed intake air flows up and forward over the engine via an air-to-air intercooler, which lowers the temperature of the intake charge. Intake air exits the intercooler and passes through a drive-by-wire throttle body, a manifold and then into each cylinder.
To provide the intercooler with a constant flow of cooling air, the RDX has a large front air inlet above the grille, with ducting directly to the intercooler, creating a ram effect for increased air velocity across the intercooler.
Exhaust System
Spent gases flow though a liquid-cooled aluminum exhaust manifold on the rear side of the cylinder head, through the variable flow turbo, andthen into a close-coupled catalytic converter. From there, exhaust is passed to an under-floor catalyst, through an 8-liter under-floor pre-chamber, and then back to a 15-liter silencer. Dual outlets with bright exhaust finishers terminate at the rear fascia. The RDX's exhaust note within the cabin has been specially tuned to deliver a sporty exhaust sound under acceleration, while remaining refined at cruising speeds.
Emissions Control
The RDX's turbocharged engine achieves a high output of 104.3 horsepower per liter. At the same time, it meets strict CARB LEV II ULEV standards.
Basic engine architecture contributes to the RDX's excellent emissions performance. The aluminum exhaust manifold and turbo are positioned to the rear of the transversely mounted engine, allowing the catalytic converter to be positioned very close to the turbo. With the close-coupled multi-cell catalytic converter, light-off is quick after startup. The i-VTEC cylinder head also plays a role in emissions reduction by fostering internal exhaust gas recirculation, which significantly cuts NOx. Special high-flow fuel injectors with a wide dynamic range contribute to the RDX's low emissions and high horsepower, and a variable-flow fuel system also contributes to low evaporative emissions. The accuracy of the control of the injector has been increased so that less fuel can be injected during certain situations (such as idle).
Depending on operating conditions, evaporative emissions from the fuel tank are fed into the RDX's intake tract, to prevent fuel vapors from escaping to the atmosphere. Whereas a normally aspirated engine always has a partial vacuum in its intake tract that pulls evaporative emissions in, a turbocharged engine has high pressure in its intake tract whenever the turbocharger is providing forced induction. The RDX directs turbo pressure through a small nozzle to create negative pressure and pull evaporative emissions into the engine through a valve before the turbo.
To provide maximum lubrication even at high operating temperatures inside the variable flow turbo, the RDX only uses specified synthetic engine oils, such as Mobil 1® to satisfy anti-deposit and anti-deterioration performance requirements. The smart maintenance system integrated into the instrument cluster calculates synthetic engine oil life based on the vehicle's driving history, and alerts the driver when an oil change and other maintenance needs are required.
Noise, Vibration And Harshness Control
The RDX's high output in-line 4-cylinder engine features extensive Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) reduction technologies. The aluminum alloy die cast block with its bed-plate type main bearing cap helps resist vibration. A pair of chain-driven balance shafts further smoothes the inherent vibration of the large displacement in-line 4-cylinder layout. The RDX oil pan is cast aluminum for better strength and sound attenuation than stamped metal designs. A self-adjusting silent-type cam chain and a serpentine accessory drive belt also help minimize NVH.
5-Speed Automatic Transmission With Sequential Sportshift Paddle Shifters
The new RDX has a 5-position shift gate that simplifies the operation of the transmission. In the "D" position, the transmission operates automatically, selecting among the five forward ratios based on the driving conditions. By pulling the lever back into the "S" position, the transmission is placed in "Sport" mode, providing sportier automatic shifts among the first three gears at normal speeds. When initially engaging sport mode, the transmission will automatically shift between first, second and third gears until a paddle shifter is activated, at which time the transmission goes into full manual sport mode.
5-Position Shift Gate and Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifter Operation
The Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifters can operate in both the "D" and "S" position. Engaging a paddle when in "D" temporarily places the transmission in manual mode (but without gear holding at redline) and after relatively steady-state cruise conditions are detected, the transmission returns to full automatic operation. Engaging a paddle when in "S" additionally enables gear holding (which allows only driver commanded shifts), only automatically shifting to first gear at a stop, if not driver-selected. The steering wheel paddles are activated when: a fingertip pull of the right paddle commands an upshift, and a pull of the left paddle commands a downshift. A digital display in the right meter pod indicates which gear the transmission is in when the steering wheel paddles are active.
Automatic Mode
The RDX transmission can be operated in conventional fully automatic mode ("D" and "S") via the console-mounted shifter. When in automatic mode, the transmission incorporates an advanced Grade Logic Control System and Shift Hold Control, both of which work to reduce gear "hunting" on hills and through turns.
Grade Logic Control alters the 5-speed automatic's shift schedule when traveling uphill or downhill, reducing shift frequency and improving speed control. Throttle position, vehicle speed and acceleration/deceleration are continuously measured, then compared with a map stored in the transmission computer. The Grade Logic Control System then determines when the RDX is on a hill; in this case, the shift schedule is adjusted to automatically hold the transmission in a lower gear for better climbing power or increased downhill engine braking.
Shift Hold Control keeps the transmission in its current (lower) ratio when the throttle is quickly released and the brakes are applied (as might be the case when decelerating for a corner). This leaves the chassis undisturbed by excess shifting, while ensuring that abundant power is immediately available without a downshift. This is especially beneficial in a turbocharged engine where higher rpm helps to assure higher boost pressures and power output.
Manual Mode Protective Features
To help protect the engine and drivetrain from damage, an array of preventative features are active when the transmission is in manual mode (i.e. paddles active). If the driver doesn't command an upshift in time, the transmission ECU cuts off fuel flow to the engine if there is a possibility of over-revving in each gear
While downshifting, the transmission will not execute a driver-commanded downshift that would send the engine beyond redline in the lower gear. The Sequential SportShift transmission will automatically downshift to first gear as the vehicle comes to a stop, to prevent lugging away from a stop in a high gear.
Cooperation between 5-Speed Automatic Transmission and Drive-by-Wire Throttle System™
With the RDX's Drive-by-Wire Throttle System™ and electronically controlled automatic transmission, the function of the engine and transmission can be closely choreographed for faster, smoother shifting. As a result, shift shock is reduced significantly during upshifts and downshifts.
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™
The RDX has standard Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD™). The RDX system differs mechanically from the RL luxury sedan, but is similar in principle. This all-wheel-drive system progressively distributes the optimum amount of torque not only between the front and rear axles but also between the left and right rear wheels. The result is neutral, accurate steering when cornering under power that front-drive, rear-drive or conventional all-wheel-drive can't equal.
SH-AWD™ counters understeer by rotating the outside rear wheel faster than the speed of the front axle to yaw the vehicle through the turn while cornering. By relieving the front tires of some of the work of turning the vehicle, the system reduces understeer, and handling balance and controllability are improved. In addition, with the cornering load more evenly distributed between the front and rear tires, the total cornering grip is increased. In conventional vehicles, cornering is created almost entirely by the steering angle of the front tires. But in the RDX, additional cornering force is created by the steering angle of front tires combined with the extra drive torque supplied by the outside rear tire.
To deal with high power output, conventional front- or rear-drive systems generally use some type of limited-slip device to maintain traction under power. However, the linking effect of the inside and outside drive wheels in these systems resists turning, or creates understeer. This is a factor that works against the front tires as they attempt to turn the car. Conventional AWD systems have a similar linking effect between the inboard and outboard tires and front and rear axles, causing a similar resistance to turning. By using drive torque to actually help turn the vehicle, the RDX can be more responsive, neutral and predictable, while simultaneously offering all of the usual benefits of all-wheel drive.
Electronic Controls and Parameters
The logic and control of SH-AWD™ is integrated with the RDX engine/transmission Electronic Control Unit (ECU), and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) ECU. The engine/transmission ECU provides engine rpm, airflow meter and transmission gear ratio data, while the VSA® ECU provides data on wheel speed. The SH-AWD™ ECU also monitors lateral G, yaw rate and steering angle, and the status of rear right and left direct electromagnetic clutch torque. Drive torque is calculated based on the information from the engine/transmission ECU, then the acceleration situation, wheel spin, lateral G and steering angle are used to set the front to rear torque distribution, and torque split between the right and left rear wheels. SH-AWD™ Operating Parameters include:
SH-AWD™ System Layout
SH-AWD™ is a full-time all-wheel drive system that requires no driver interaction for operation. The RDX system differs mechanically from the RL system, but is similar in principle.
A torque transfer unit is bolted directly to the front-mounted transaxle. Attached to the front differential's ring gear is a helical gear that provides input torque to the transfer unit. A short horizontal shaft and a hypoid gear set within the case send power to the rear propeller shaft, which in turn carries it to the rear drive unit.
The rear drive unit of the RL sedan has a clutch and planetary gear set, called the "acceleration device," that can increase the speed of the rear axle up to 5.7%. In contrast, the RDX's rear driveshaft is constantly overdriven by 1.7% - and the resulting overdrive effect is regulated by the left and right rear clutch packs. The difference in the chosen rear axle speed increase is due to the differing handling dynamics of the two vehicles. The RDX achieves the desired SH-AWD™ cornering characteristics with less outside rear wheel speed increase. A matched pair of direct electromagnetic clutch systems, one on each side, controls the power delivered to each rear wheel.
Direct Electromagnetic Clutch Systems
Located on either side of the hypoid gear that drives the rear axle, two identical direct electromagnetic clutch systems control the amount of drive torque that reaches each rear wheel, and provide limited-slip differential function. These clutch systems can be controlled as a pair to alter the front/rear torque split, or be controlled independently, to allow up to 100% of the total rear axle torque to go to one side of the vehicle.
An electric coil controls the pressure in each clutch device, which slows the sun gear in a planetary gearset to modulate the torque sent to the wheel. The amount of available rear axle torque transmitted to each rear wheel can vary continuously, between zero and 100%, depending on the conditions. Since the clutches are electromagnetically operated, the amount of drive torque delivered to each rear wheel can be controlled quickly and precisely, reducing wheel slip in low traction conditions.
The clutch packs and friction material are specially designed to withstand the small amount of continuous slip between front and rear axles (created by the 1.7% speed differential), while ensuring the expected level of Acura durability. An oil-temperature sensor allows the ECU to estimate the clutch plate coefficient of friction (which changes with heat) in each clutch pack and then adjusts voltage sent to the electromagnetic coil that controls each clutch to compensate. To ensure that the amount of torque transmitted remains optimized as miles accumulate, a coil provides a feedback loop that the ECU uses to adjust voltage to the electromagnetic clutches to compensate for any clutch wear.
Maintenance Minder System
To eliminate unnecessary service visits while ensuring that the vehicle is properly maintained, the RDX has a Maintenance Minder System that automatically monitors the vehicle's operating conditions. When maintenance is required, the driver is alerted via a series of messages on the Multi-Information Display (MID) located in the instrument cluster. The alerts occur well in advance of required maintenance for scheduling convenience.
The resettable system monitors operating conditions such as oil and coolant temperature and engine rotations to determine the proper service intervals. It indicates when maintenance is due on many normal service parts and systems, including oil and filter change, tire rotation, air cleaner, automatic transmission fluid, parts replacement and more. To prevent driver distraction, maintenance alerts are presented when the ignition is first turned on, not while driving unless an urgent need arises.
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Antidepressant use associated with increased mortality among critically ill patients?
Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, in Boston, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, have found that critically ill patients were more likely to die if they were taking the most commonly prescribed antidepressants when they were admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU).
The researchers conducted a retrospective study using the electronic medical records of 10,568 patients to look at in-hospital mortality and mortality a year after being admitted to the ICU.
"We found that mortality was higher overall for patients taking antidepressants prior to admission to the ICU and remained significantly higher a year later," said Katherine. M. Berg, MD, one of the physicians involved in the study. "We also found that certain subgroups of patients, particularly patients admitted for cardiac problems, appeared to be at even greater risk."
The study results will be presented at the ATS 2012 International Conference in San Francisco.
Of the 10,568 patient records studied, 1,876 patients were taking either a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) prior to admission to an ICU. They were compared to patients admitted to an ICU who were not on one of these medications. After adjusting for age, gender, ICD-9 diagnosis, disease severity and co-morbidities, the researchers found that patients on SSRI/SNRI's prior to admission to the ICU were 73 percent more likely to die in the hospital (p<0.001), and that the increase in risk persisted at one year.
Among patient groups, risk was highest among patients with acute coronary syndrome and those who had undergone cardiac surgery. For both of these patient groups, the risk of dying in the hospital was more than double if they were taking one of these antidepressants prior to admission (OR 2.41; p<.0020 and 2.08; p<0.001, respectively).
Not all patient groups demonstrated that patients on SSRI/SNRI's were more likely to die. There was, for example, no increase in mortality among patients admitted with sepsis.
Both classes of antidepressants, which work by increasing the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain, are generally thought to have fewer side effects than previous generations of antidepressants. Recent studies, however, have found that SSRIs may increase a patient's risk of bleeding, dizziness, falls and stroke.
"Major depression is a common disorder affecting more than 16 percent of adults in the United States, and SSRI's are the most commonly prescribed medication class for this disease," added Dr. Berg. "The benefits of SSRI's for the treatment of depression are well documented. Due to the practical limitations of clinical trials, however, the long-term risks are unknown."
The researchers acknowledged that this study shows an association, but that the preadmission SSRI/SNRI use may not have been the cause of the increased mortality. The authors attempted to control for other factors that could lead to increased mortality, but were unable to control for some potentially important ones such as smoking and depression itself.
The authors stressed that these results require validation by similar studies utilizing other ICU databases. They stated, however, that this information highlights the need for alternative ways to monitor for potential adverse effects of medications, and the role that large clinical databases may play in this line of investigation.


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Thank God for weekends. Jordan is home from now until Monday morning!
Things have been hard around here lately. We don't have any serious problems. We are all healthy and happy, but just tired. I won't bore you with the details, but it's basically so many messes. They are made mostly by the three- and one-year-old children, with the two dogs as their sidekicks.
The Mess of the Week Award goes to Ivey, and it happened yesterday. My friend Megan and I were sewing at the dining room table, and Suzi was with us. Robert was happy in the jumperoo. Ivey was playing quietly. Yep. I should've known!
Suzi went in the living room and caught Ivey in the act. I heard her shout the words no mother ever wants to hear: "Mom! Ivey's cutting hair!" Ivey tried to hide (meaning she lay down in the floor and closed her eyes) as Megan and I stared at all the blond hair in the living room floor. She had cut her hair and Robert's. I thought I might faint and sat down for a minute while Megan swept up all the hair and tied up a little curl of each child's hair with ribbon. Jordan came home for lunch because I needed moral support and told Ivey she shouldn't cut hair. She told him "yeah I should, it looks beautiful." Remember how in Sleeping Beauty they rounded up every spinning wheel in the kingdom and destroyed them all? We are basically going to have to do that at our house, but with scissors.
Luckily our awesome hair stylist worked us in that afternoon, so Ivey got a cute pixie cut, and Robert now looks like Caillou. It's a shame I don't like Caillou. Every time I look at my baby boy, all I can think of is that theme song! But the good news is that now I can stop wondering why on earth Caillou is bald. It's probably because he cut his own hair and had to have it buzzed.
I love Ivey's new pixie cut, and more importantly, so does she!
Curls! I miss those beautiful curls! But he's probably more comfortable now.


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Other Dancing with the Stars Season 8 Cast Rumors
UPDATE: ABC has announced the official Dancing with the Stars Season 8 Cast.
The rumors are really swirling about which stars are going to be on the Dancing with the Stars 2009 cast. ABC has announced that the latest cast on Dancing with the Stars will be unveiled on Sunday Feburary 8th during the primetime shows on ABC. It will also be shown online (per the website). They're calling it the Dancing with the Stars All Night name drop.
Until Sunday, we might as well talk about all the rumors that are going around. Here's a look at the various names that I've seen mentioned across the internet.
Heidi Klum, model and actress
Steve-O, former Jackass star
Stevie Wonder, singer
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I have managed to moved the site to its new location over the last few days and it did not take as long as expected.
By now you would have noticed the new look to the Fish Tank Forum. The old style has been removed and replaced with a much nicer style in keeping to what our forum is about.
Everything moved over fine but there is a possibility some pictures, messages or posts got corrupted in the move. I am still working on some more improvements so you may encounter parts of the site not working correctly. So if you do come across a problem with the site then send me a message or post in the Feedback section.
I have made some changes to the forum layout.
Renamed Help, Suggestion and Feedback to Your Feedback due to confusion in the title.
Moved New Members Introductions, News, Announcements and Rules, Aquatic News, Your Feedback to Community Section.
Top Section is now just for Emergencies & Beginners.
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Bedwetting is an issue that millions of families face every night. It is extremely common among young kids but can last into the teen years.
Doctors don't know for sure what causes bedwetting or why it stops. But it is often a natural part of development, and kids usually grow out of it. Most of the time, bedwetting is not a sign of any deeper medical or emotional issues.
All the same, bedwetting can be very stressful for families. Kids can feel embarrassed and guilty about wetting the bed and anxious about spending the night at a friend's house or at camp. Parents often feel helpless to stop it.
Bedwetting may last for a while, but providing emotional support and reassurance can help your child feel better until it stops.
How Common Is Bedwetting?
Nocturnal enuresis (the medical name for bedwetting) is involuntary urination that happens at night during sleep after the age when a child should be able to control his or her bladder. It's a common problem in kids, especially those under 6 years old. About 13% of 6-year-olds wet the bed, while about 5% of 10-year-olds do.
Bedwetting often runs in families: many kids who wet the bed have a relative who did, too. If both parents wet the bed when they were young, it's very likely that their child will.
Coping With Bedwetting
Bedwetting usually goes away on its own. But until it does, it can be embarrassing and uncomfortable for your child. So it's important to provide support and positive reinforcement during this process.
Reassure your child that bedwetting is a normal part of growing up and that it's not going to last forever. It may comfort your child to hear about other family members who also struggled with it when they were young.
Try to have your child drink more fluids during the daytime hours and less at night (and avoid caffeine-containing drinks). Then remind your child to go to the bathroom one final time before bedtime. Many parents find that using a motivational system, such as stickers for dry nights with a small reward (such as a book) after a certain number of stickers, can work well. Bedwetting alarms also can be helpful.
When your child wakes with wet sheets, don't yell or punish. Have your child help you change the sheets. Explain that this isn't punishment, but it is part of the process. It may even help your child feel better knowing that he or she helped out. Offer praise when your child has a dry night.
When to Call the Doctor
Bedwetting that begins suddenly or is accompanied by other symptoms can be a sign of another medical condition, so talk with your doctor.
The doctor may check for signs of a urinary tract infection (UTI),constipation, bladder problems, diabetes, or severe stress.
Call the doctor if your child:
- suddenly starts wetting the bed after being consistently dry for at least 6 months
- begins to wet his or her pants during the day
- snores at night
- complains of a burning sensation or pain when urinating
- has to pee frequently
- is drinking or eating much more than usual
- has swelling of the feet or ankles
- is 7 years of age or older and still wetting the bed
Also let the doctor know if your child is under a lot of stress, if you're feeling frustrated with the situation, or if you could use some help. In the meantime, your support and patience can go a long way in helping your child feel better about and overcome the bedwetting.
Remember, the long-term outlook is excellent and in almost all cases, dry days are just ahead.
(From KidsHealth)


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Some questions for the "activists" aboard the Gaza flotilla.
By Christopher Hitchens
"The tale of the Gaza "flotilla" seems set to become a regular summer feature, bobbing along happily on the inside pages with an occasional update. A nice sidebar for reporters covering the Greek debt crisis: a built-in mild tension of "will they, won't they?"; a cast of not very colorful characters but one we almost begin to feel we know personally. Such cheery and breezy slogans—"The Audacity of Hope" and "Free Gaza"—and such an easy storyline that it practically writes itself."
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Christopher Hitchens (1949 - 2011) was an Anglo-American author and journalist. His books made him a prominent public intellectual and a staple of talk shows and lecture circuits. He was a columnist and literary critic at Vanity Fair, Slate, The Atlantic, World Affairs, The Nation, Free Inquiry and a variety of other media outlets. He was named one of the world's "Top 100 Public Intellectuals" by Foreign Policy and Britain's Prospect.
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I have to admit, part of the reason I love this puzzle is for nostalgic reasons.
I remember doing this puzzle in the back of Mr. Walker's classroom in elementary school.
I loved it then.
I love it now.
The puzzle has 2 sides and I always liked the world map side much better than the United States side.
I liked the art better on the world map side.
Still do.
Just look at that sun.
Isn't it some great design?
I like the stylized water.
And I remember how much I loved those cute little Arctic animals.
This dragon is so cool.
Or is it a sea serpent?
And I like the font used for the names of the oceans.
I actually remember that font distinctly.
I must have done this puzzle a number of times.
A large number.
I like the color choices for the map.
I really like the way this pink looks against the water and all that green of Canada.
Also, notice that big muscle car, front and center for America.
Really? That's what we're about?
Oh yeah, this puzzle is from 1975.
Muscle cars were big then--especially in Detroit.
That little hula girl in the corner is pretty cute too.
I had forgotten all about this puzzle until I saw the box at a garage sale.
I gasped and scooped it up.
I clutched it to my breast and was flooded with good memories.
The bean bags at the back or Mr. Walker's classroom and all the hours I spent curled up there with books.
My classmates--I still remember many of them.
First names and last.
And how, even then I dreamed of exploring the world.
Things haven't changed.


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Easier Access Walks
The list to the left of this page details a number of easier access routes, strolls and walks in and around the Brecon Beacons. Each location or route is numbered to correspond to the map allowing you to choose where you're able to go.
What does Easier Access in the Brecon Beacons mean?
A few years ago the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority started working with local disability groups to find ways to help disabled people get out into the countryside.
As a result, the Authority made improvements such as replacing step-over stiles and steps with gates and ramps and upgrading surfaces. We started printing a guide to tell people where the improvements were.
The group soon realised that it wasn't just disabled people that were benefitting from these changes. We kept hearing stories of lots of other people using the routes. Parents with young children in pushchairs, people who didn't or couldn't walk very far and people who just wanted a nice easy walk in the Brecon Beacons all found our suggestions useful.
So we renamed our guide the Easier Access Guide. You can explore all our Easier Access route by clicking on the links to the left of this page.
Click here to download the easier access guide map.
Another way to enjoy the less accessible areas of the park is by hiring an electric all terrain 'Boma 7' Wheelchair. Which can allow people with limited mobility the freedom to join friends and family on walks across Brecon Beacons National Park, with out the worry of accessibility. For more information and how to hire 'Boswell the Boma' please visit here.


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Struggling to find the best buy-to-let mortgage in Stevenage? speak to one of our buy to let mortgage advisers today
The term 'buy to let' generally refers to either the practice of buying a property to be let for profit or to the type of mortgages used to purchase a property for such letting. Many countries, both in the western world and in the developing nations, have seen a surge in the growth of the buy to let property market in the last 2 decades and this has fuelled a growth in amateur landlords and the but to let mortgage providers who are keen to encourage and profit from them in turn. In addition, this growth has generated a lot of commerce in other related sectors such as buy to let insurance.
What Is The Best Way To Work Out Rental Demand and Supply?
Many countries, both in the western world and in the developing nations, have seen a surge in the growth of the buy to let property market in Stevenage the last 2 decades and this has fuelled a growth in amateur landlords looking for quality mortgage advice, this is why mortgage brokers in Stevenage who specialise in Buy-to-let are so important and the but to let mortgage providers who are keen to encourage and profit from them in turn. In addition, this growth has generated a lot of commerce in other related sectors such as buy to let insurance.
Stevenage Buy to let mortgages have been available in the UK since the mid-nineties and they are specifically designed for investors to borrow money to purchase property in the private rental sector. The amount that a prospective but to let investor can borrow is generally determined by the rental valuation of the property. The annual income for a rented property has to cover a certain percentage of the mortgage repayments, the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) states that landlords should seek to be able to obtain gross rent returns equivalent to between 130 per cent and 150 per cent of the rental property's mortgage repayments, this takes into account the surplus rent to cover costs of property maintenance and slack periods when the property may be vacant of tenants.
Stevenage Buy To Let Mortgages.
Some buy to let mortgage lenders in Stevenage will lend you a maximum sum based on a multiple of your salary (usually a multiple of three) plus a percentage of the forecast rental income on the property. So if your annual salary is said 30,000 Franks and the forecast rental income is 10,000 Franks they will lend you 95,000 Franks. Other mortgages, in addition to factoring in your salary, will include any existing loan commitments you have, and then apply what is known as the 'deduction rule'. This rule relates to the annual mortgage payments worked out at a pre-set level of interest.
Buy to let mortgage interest rates are generally fairly close to residential mortgage rates but will generally be slightly higher and typically charge higher fees. This is due to the fact that buy to let loans are considered by the financial sector to represent a greater risk than residential owner-occupier mortgages, and they generally are.
The Situation in the UK About Buy To Lets
The buy to let market literally 'exploded' in the Stevenage around the beginning of the millennium with rising property prices and the increasing availability of buy to let funding fueling a surge in would-be investors trying to cash in on the trend of the market. One reason for their popularity is the tax advantages that are available to the UK buy to let investors. Rental income is treated just like a salary by the Inland Revenue, and is therefore often taxed at 22% or even 40%. However, landlords are allowed to deduct costs from the taxable portion of their rental income, and these costs can include the interest of the buy to let mortgage repayments as well as maintenance costs on the property. These tax incentives made the buy to let market very attractive for both professional investors and amateurs looking to make the most out of their savings.
Would-Be Buy-to-let Investors
The market peaked around 2007 and now the market is saturated in many areas across the country with too many properties available to tenants. While buy to let is generally not a good idea for people who do not possess some extra budget there are a lot of remortgage deals which will fund a deposit for a home. If you are worried about losing money during void periods many companies will provide insurance which can deliver as much as six months mortgage payments in the event of a property in Stevenage remaining unoccupied.
You may still be lucky, and find a hotspot but you need to do your homework and the figures correctly. Buy to let trends differ from town to town and literally from street to street. Good advice for potential investors is to visit the local letting agents who should be able to tell you who is renting what at the moment so you can define your target audience. It could be students, young professionals or families, for example. Look for areas that do have a shortage of properties and for indicators that people will move there, such as new business developments.
Buy to let mortgage deals are still rife and the rates are almost as competitive as with conventional deals. The mantra with your buy-to-let must be 'don't expect to get rich quickly'. You need to look long-term: an absolute minimum of five years – but probably nearer to ten years.
hi there this is Emma from Martin & Co Estate agents here I've got my midweek buy-to-let deal of the day for you to have a little look at so the one I picked up with you today is a two-bedroom modern apartment on duty around in chelmsford now this one is modern.
Goodier Road is a very good location in Chelmsford you're walking distance to Centre, train station and all the shops that Chelmsford has an offer and the property is in very good condition quite neutral decor which is good and allocated parking as well which is by most especially being this close to the city centre where parking is always a premium and so we know this property is a good-looking property, it takes a lot of boxes on that front just come on the market with property street and it has an asking price of £249995 so price-wise it's pretty competitive with similarities in the area and and if we have a look at rental potential now and potentially you're going to be looking around about the 900 pounds a month mark.
We rented one very similar to this in the area, maybe this individual block for £900 and so that's a pretty good indication of an accurate figure for you.
Now we do a little yield calculation and the £900 rent against our asking price of 249995 and that could potentially generate you an annual return 4.
3 percent so it's a pretty good return also of course that isn't taking into account the service charges or ground rent but of course you know we All in all the figures do seem to stack up if this property is of interest to you better get in touch with the agent who is advertising it, Property Street to book yourself a viewing because properties are flying off the shelves like hot cakes at the moment so you don't be missing out thanks for checking in and I'll speak to you all in a couple days with my next buy to let deal of the day.
Buy To Let Deal of The Week
Welcome to MFB-TV on Wednesday 14th January.
as is our first broadcast of the year let mewish you much prosperity and success in the year ahead we think you'll be an excitinginnovative and productive year for all aspects ofthe property market and especially the financing there of.
So let's start off first of all with our Complex Buy to Let index resultsfrom the last quarter of 2014 that is available on our website today.
Inparticular I draw your attention to the fact there are now over 800 buy to let mortgage productsout there giving plenty of choice and variety for landlords of all types and needs.
We include now a new lender Fleet Mortgages who have just launched in the marketperhaps better known as the old management team from CHL Mortgage's of yesteryear.
and we are one of six appointed distributors at outset.
remortgaging continues to outstrippurchase activity but actual transaction numbers have goneup in both sectors yields yet again have increased for thevanilla HMO and more complex property typesbut interestingly enough many of you seem too boring slightly less withaverage loan to values coming down across all sectors it doesn't mean you can't borrow moreis just a conscious decision you appear to be making it's a mixed bag for loan amounts acrossall the property types so do dip into the report that's available on the websitetoday now in product news today is the launchof the first 10-year fixed-rate in the buy to let space for some timecoming out to those industry stalwarts at the mortgage works is the headlinerate of 4.
99 percent and a flat arrangement fee of £995 but with some quite eye watering ERC's so by the time you get this news itemour Sales director Steve Olejnik will have published a blog highlights the pros and cons of such anarrangement but it is innovation and well done tothe team down at The Mortgage Works for leading the field so our rate of this week is actually out of Fleet Mortgages with anew product range which is at sixty-five percent loan to valuewhich does seem too suit he lower borrowing parameter that some of you are acting to a two-year fixed at an eye wateringor a very low eye watering 2.
79 percent it's available for purchase and remortgages andis as available to individuals they also have some very good limitedcompany products albeit at a slightly higher rate a slightly higher arrangement fee this onehas a fee of 1 percent it's available on ex local authorityhouses multi-units, leasholds and free holdconversions showing flexibility in the property categories that some other lenders don't choose tooffer.
You don't have to be limited by a maximum number of properties inthe background and while they have an income threshold£25,000 that can be drawn from property and canbe on untaxed property income there is an ERC as you'd expect with such alower rate of 5 percent in the period and this runs until the28th of February 2017 so it's a fixed rate period regards to when you draw it down.
For details of that product, TMW and the whole Fleet product range dospeak to our consultants on 0845 345 6788.


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It has been nearly 62 years since the United States won an Olympic gold in the four-man bobsled, but hopes are high for a big win in Vancouver.
The U.S. four-man bobsled team is currently ranked number one in the world after bringing home the Gold from the 2009 World Championships in Lake Placid, N.Y. At their helm is driver Steve Holcomb, who Time magazine rode along with on his first ride of the season for their Olympic series "How They Train."
The resulting nausea-inducing video takes the viewer along with the four-man crew of the "Night Train," a sled that weighs close to 1400 lbs with the entire team piled in.
U.S. & World
As you experience the POV of a human being riding a 1400 pound rocket through a canal of ice, remember that the only folks being paid to do this are the reporters riding along.
"We're all volunteers," Holcomb told Time. "We don't get paid to do what we're doing so we rely on sponsors. I'm now 40,000 Gs in debt in the sport, but I think, I don't know, it'll pay off some day."


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U.S. prosecutors are imposing giant fines and imprisoning managers when regulatory compliance problems arise. Know how to protect your company and yourself when a legal crisis hits.
In 1997, U.S. federal agents launched a series of no-warning searches at the offices of Columbia/HCA, the largest forprofit health care provider in the United States, looking for evidence of improper charges billed to the federal government's Medicare program. The chairman's public comment that "government investigations are matter-of-fact in health care" sat poorly with the company's directors, and the chairman was soon gone. Years later, the investigation continues. Most of senior management has been replaced. Several executives have been indicted; two are appealing jail sentences. Other investigations and suits have been launched against the company. Institutional investors are suing the board. The company's stock has been as low as 40% of its previous high.
In 1996, food-processing giant Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) pled guilty to price-fixing charges. Key evidence had been gathered through an ADM manager who secretly recorded business meetings for the government. ADM was fined $100 million and promised to cooperate in the prosecution of its executives. Subsequent convictions included the vice chairman, who is now appealing a two-year jail sentence.
After several waves of bank failures in the U.S. savings and loan industry during the 1980's, Congress funded the Office of the Special Counsel for Financial Institution Fraud, which coordinated a massive prosecutorial effort. Criminal convictions were obtained against 5,506 defendants; jail sentences were meted out in 3,793 cases. Among those convicted were 1,588 bankers, including 411 bank CEOs, chairmen of the board, or presidents.1
In the United States, cases such as those mentioned above are becoming more common. Every senior manager should expect to confront, at some time, a serious allegation that his or her company and some of its managers have committed a crime—not a crime like stealing, which could arise in a nonbusiness setting, but a violation of the criminal provisions by which the complex regulations governing U.S. business are sometimes enforced. Few companies can avoid these regulations, which deal with securities, antitrust, the environment, government procurement, international trade, financial services, health care, and other aspects of business. The criminal provisions are invoked more often than the public record suggests, because many disputes with government that are officially noncriminal involve threatened criminal proceedings.
A serious allegation of criminality is a crisis for the corporation and often also for the managers who direct the corporation's response.


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I saw a FaceBook post by the amazing and universally-loved Alisa McMahon at Fisher about how a 2011 MBA graduate returned to Fisher to recruit some MBA interns.
This is what I love about our program. We represent the college well; we do good work; and we bolster and perpetuate the incredible reputation that our programs have.
I had the opportunity to help recruit MLHR students to replace me when I leave the HR Intern position at OCLC. Out of 150 candidates that applied, it was narrowed down to 10 that were interviewed and 8 of them were from the MLHR program. That speaks volumes and it makes me proud that I have represented my program and our college so well that my current employer wants to ensure that they are the future employers of the wonderful talent that is coming out of the Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University.
Be proud of what you do as a master's candidate, absorb the material and apply it to everything you do professionally and personally. Be proud of your cohort. And be proud that you had the opportunity to be a part of the incredible programs and activities here.


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Nutrition Facts
Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Servings and Times
Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 1.0
Ingredients and Preparation
- Place the taro in a large steamer, cover, and steam for 30-40 minutes, or until very tender. Cover with cold water, then peel when cool enough to handle.
- Cut each taro root into several pieces and beat with an electric mixer until it has the consistency of smooth paste.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Warm the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion and jalapenos until very soft but not browned, about 10 minutes.
- Add the egg substitute, salt, carrot, and parsley to the taro paste. Add the onion mixture and combine well.
- Cover a large plate with flour. Scoop about twelve 1/8 th cup balls of the taro mixture onto the plate and dust with flour.
- Using the palm of your hand, flatten each ball into a patty about ½ inches thick.
- Lay the patties on a greased cookie sheet.
- Lightly coat the tops of the cakes with cooking spray and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Turn the patties and bake for 10 minutes more, or until golden brown.


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Skip to comments.The joint Obama-Rove betrayal destined to unite conservatives
Posted on 02/05/2013 2:57:08 PM PST by old school
"Thank God for Mark Levin, who tells it like it is, depressing as it is."
(Excerpt) Read more at canadafreepress.com ...
Let's hope it does and let's hope there are enough of us united.
"Go Mitt. Go Mitt. Go Mitt"
"Rove is pushing Romney so aggressively
some folks are beginning to wonder what's going on,"
grumbled one veteran Republican strategist."
"Rove has made no secret
of his support for Romney as McCain's VP. "
FOX just renewed his contract.
Establishment elite protecting their turf, at the expense of working citizens.
I didn't even read the article but Rove has reaffirmed absolutely everything that the conservative base has had to say about GOPE and an Old Boy's Club running/ruining their party simply because they're "worth it".
PS: Ron Paul didn't help the libertarian fringe a whole lot today either.
I had to re-read that. Thought they were sharing a joint.
Yeah, they're just a bunch of drug-addled, baby-killing packers.
We need Karl Rove like Richard III needed a racing tout.
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