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(I'm assuming that the title gave it away but the subject matter today will be often unpleasant.)
Here's two things that I learned about Rwanda from this book-
1) It was colonized by the Belgians. So French is the secondary language most taught in schools. (Speaking of Belgian colonization, there's another depressing tale)
2) Each member of the family has a unique surname. It's supposed to be specifically stand for what the parents were feeling at the time of the chld's birth. So, hopefully most names are Rwandan for things like "extreme joy!" and "Best day ever!".
Immaculee and her family were a close knit, Catholic family living in the western part of Rwanda. They weren't wealthy, but they were respected and her parents held education of the highest importance. Both Immaculee and her three brothers were expected to, and did, work very hard and excel at school. They were also a Tutsi family, though this wasn't something of any important to them until the war started.
Immaculee had heard rumblings about unrest while she was away at university a few hours away from her family home. It was right around Easter break, and she had planned on staying at school to study. Her parents begged her to come home, which she did. Not long after she came home, along with a male friend, the war came to their doorstep in the form of men with machetes. Immaculee was told to flee to a local Hutu pastor's house for shelter. He sheltered her and 7 other women in a tiny bathroom that was hidden behind a wardrobe. The room was about 12 square feet.
Most of the time the women had to maintain silence.The pastor's house was searched all the time. There were several close calls. They could hear the machete wielding killers boasting about the atrocities they had committed. They heard the terrible acts themselves. They stay in the bathroom for 90 days.
Immaculee prayed almost constantly for the safety of her brothers and parents. She thought about what she would have to do to survive in her battered country if she survived the war, so she taught herself English.
Immaculee survives, and the story of hers and the other ladies flight from the pastor's house is harrowing. She does not get good news about her family when she reaches relative safety and meets with the other survivors. From her immediate family all but her older brother who is studying in Senegal at the time have been killed.
What this story really boils down to is forgiveness and prayer. Immaculee finds a way to forgive the people who killed her family because she knows she has to. She knows that holding on to that hate and anger in her heart would kill her. It's pretty extraordinary. If I were her I know my heart would be crying our for retribution and probably the very violent kind. The only way that she gets to the point of being able to forgive is through praying for God to work in her heart to enable her to forgive. And there are several times where the fact that she survived can only be chalked up to divine intervention.
This is one of those books that is a weighty, sad read but that you are happy you read in the end. Immaculee's strong faith and her devotion to prayer is incredible and inspiring. 3 stars out of 5!


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I made a Photoshop tutorial on creating planets in the universe. It's a simple, very basic tutorial but it's a good starting point to make your own advanced creations. My version is only Photoshop 7, though some features will also work on different versions.
You may also download the final image as screen saver, just right click and save. A complete tutorial link can be found here .
Looking at the universe makes me feel the vastness of God's creation and how we are linked infinitely with each other. It also reminds me not to give up no matter how big our problems are, because that is actually nothing compared to what is going on out there.


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Cross-posted with my independent service, TradingWithCody.com where I post all my trades in real-time.
I got a lot of great feedback about my "Revolution Investing Must-Reads" links column on Monday, so I'm going to start doing these links-with-Cody-commentary columns more often. Here's what I'm reading today and a few thoughts about each headline:
Bicycle Stability Versus Table Stability – My old friend David Merkel wrote this piece back in 2007 and republished it today…because it's just as relevant in the current economic set up as it was back then. As David puts it in his reprint summary: "Is this still true today, 9/14/2011? Yes. Yields are rising for low quality companies, and falling for high quality companies. Analyze your portfolio and see what companies could survive for two years without raising capital. This is an environment where a company that has to raise capital could find the doors shut."
Japan puts ex-spokesman in charge of nuclear crisis – I've been worried that one of the next so-called Black Swan events that could roil these markets could end up being yet another re-run of recent past Black Swan events. More to the point, is it possible that we've overlooked just how bad the damage and ongoing fallout over the Fukushima disaster is and will get? Yes, of course. That said, (first, my heart continues to go out to all the people affected by this tragedy) the market would likely panic on any such new developments from the Fukushima disaster but that such panic would probably be a buying opportunity as it was last time. And finally in regards to this headline — does the fact that the Japanese Prime Minister if putting a spokesman in charge of the crisis a good sign or a bad sign?
Bank Of America: 'Phase I" Of Cost-Cutting Will Eliminate 30000 Jobs and UBS To Layoff 3500 – Banks and bank profits are way too big as a percentage of history, as I've outlined several times before (see How to fight the bank bailouts and profit while doing so, for example). These are not the last of the big lay offs from the big banks that we've spent trillions propping up only to see them eventually shrink to size anyway.
Broadcom's acquisition makes it a buy – What does Netlogic make that Broadcom wants so badly? "Netlogic's products are designed into various systems, such as switches, routers, wireless base stations, access aggregation, radio network controllers, security appliances, networked storage appliances, service gateways, and connected media devices offered by original equipment manufacturers." You know, that whole App/Smartphone/Tablet/Cloud infrastructure thing we've been investing in. This won't be the last 50% pop in this sector. Hopefully we've got the next one on our sheets already. (See exactly what stocks I'm investing in at TradingWithCody.com, by the way.)
At TechCrunch Conference, Talk of a Bubble – Been a while since we saw talk of "Talk of a Bubble" in the headlines. As usual, I'd much rather be on the other side of the worries in the headlines and if they're still worried that tech's already in a bubble…I'd consider that very bullish for tech. Oh, and by the way, anybody else notice that Amazon, Priceline, Apple and several other of those old "bubble stocks" are much higher than they were back in those "bubble days" anyway?
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Witnesses told officers that there was an altercation between two people before one got in a car and drove off.
The car returned and two people on the sidewalk began firing shots at the car.
Officers later found the victim's disabled vehicle with a person suffering from a gunshot wound inside.
They also received reports that a second gunshot victim had walked into a hospital emergency room at about the same time.
Both victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Gang unit detectives recovered 24 shell casings from the shooting scene.


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Your kids and your parents might as well live on two different planets. Your son communicates through the computer; your parents aren't sure how to turn theirs on. Your daughter is obsessed with Taylor Swift; your parents have never heard of her. Your kids text on their iPhones nonstop; your parents still think car phones are the height of technology.
Like all parents, you want your kids and their grandparents to have a wonderful relationship, but you're not even sure how to get them on the same page. How do you bring their worlds together?
Read the following tips to learn how to get your parents more involved in their grandkids' lives and vice versa.
- Keep your parents informed. Let your parents know about what's going on in their grandkids' lives, so that when they get together, they'll have something to talk about. Mention your kids' school activities, sports teams, friends, favorite books and TV shows.
- Invest in a pair of webcams. Even if your parents live relatively close by, it can be tough to get together. Time speeds by, and all of a sudden your kids haven't seen their grandparents since Christmas. The next time you're over at your parents' house, install a webcam on their home computer, and show them how to use it. (Or better yet, get your kids to do it!) Your parents will treasure being able to talk to their grandkids face-to-face. Skype and Google Talk are both great, easy-to-use video chat programs. Before you buy a webcam, make sure your computer or laptop doesn't already come with a built-in video camera.
- Host Sunday dinners. Food has a way of bringing people together. Invite your parents over for dinner (it doesn't have to be every week) to give the whole family some quality time. Change things up to keep it fun: have a picnic outside in the lawn, bring sandwiches to the lake, eat game day snacks while watching football, or introduce the kids to an old-fashioned lobster boil.
- Send your kids to Grandma's house. The last thing you want is to burden your parents, so you might hesitate to send the kids to their house for the night or weekend. But chances are, your parents will jump at the opportunity to spend quality time with the grandkids. Your kids might be skeptical of the idea, but encourage them–how else will they taste Grandma's famous pancakes, or hear Grandpa's funny fishing stories?
- Invite your parents to your kids' sporting events. You'd never miss your daughter's weekly soccer game, so why should their grandparents miss out? Inviting your parents to come along on occasion will not only allow them to proudly watch their granddaughter, it will give you some quality time with them, too. Make sure to bring along folding chairs with back support, and plenty of water to share so that everyone is comfortable.
- Have your kids try your parents' favorite hobbies. Is your dad an avid golfer? Take a lesson as a family–it's a great way to spend the day outside together. Is your mother always crocheting? Ask your daughter if she wants Grandma to teach her how. Your parents will cherish the opportunity to pass down some of their knowledge to their grandchildren and your children will learn great new hobbies!
Getting your kids and your parents to spend quality time together can be a challenge. But it's worth the effort–both your parents and your kids will always treasure the memories they make together.
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Time to play a little catch up - Daria's been up to a lot in the past few weeks (surprisingly!) and I've summed up all of her work in this neat little post ...
First, Daria's latest cover - it's been a while considering her last one was a reprint in August - the October issue of Russian Vogue. The accompanying editorial was photographed by Terry Richardson and is very similar in concept to Daria's last work in the magazine (and all of Terry's work to be honest ... ) but anything lace and diamonds is my weak point so I'm liking this. (source)
Vogue Russia October 2011 + Editorial (Terry Richardson)
"This Is My Fetish" by Terry Richardson
And two outtakes from the editorial (more is more in this case!) (source)
Stefanel Cashmere Winter 2011 (Mario Testino) (source)
Daria was a filler for the Stefanel campaigns a while back while Gisele was gone from the scene but it seems like they've really taken a liking to Daria - she's back for her fifth campaign! This time its for a diffusion line, Stefanel Cashmere, so this might be the only photo released.
Maiyet Spring 2012 (Cass Bird) (source)
It seems like Cass Bird is the new Inez and Vinoodh ... the collaborations between Daria and this great photographer keep rolling out and fortunately they just keep getting better. Cass Bird photographed Daria in Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn, New York. The campaign is an absolute dream ... this is saying a lot but it might be my favourite work of Daria's in years!
And if you'd like to see Daria in action here is a behind the scenes look of the making of the Maiyet campaign (source)
If you're not sick of Cass Bird just yet, and really how could you be, then check out these great candids from Cass Bird's tumblr. (source)
And one more candid from a lucky fan who got to meet Daria on the streets of NY! (source)
Phew! All done! But ... there's more to come :)
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This problem of skin damage is usually known as eczema in dogs. The first sign of the developing problem will be chew or scratch marks on the surface of the coat. At this stage the dog should be treated with a dip, spray or powder for fleas, and his bedding and any place where he rests should be sprayed with a reliable product , that as well as containing insecticides, should also contain insect growth regulators. All areas frequented by the dog should be kept damp to allay dust problems, quite independently of the presence of fleas.
The area of the coat containing the ruffled appearance should be parted and the skin beneath and surrounding the region should be closely examined for any damage. If the skin is damaged it should be immediately treated with a reliable antiseptic powder, such as are readily available for human use from supermarkets. This is usually adequate when damage is minimal.
The coat should be brushed back into its normal lay. It should not be clipped. This will only give the dog better access to the irritated skin to chew and scratch, as well as leaving it completely exposed to the sun, wind, rain. Dirt and dust. This will exascerbate the problem too. The use of ointments, lotions and other moisturizing agents will also create more problems than the use of a dry powder to act as an antiseptic. The dry powder will fall away from the skin, whilst any moist or sticky agents will encourage dirt to adhere in the area, increasing the itchiness.
Having removed the threat of fleas, even a single flea can create extensive eczema in a susceptible dog, consider what other factors may have caused the dog to become itchy. Have you changed his diet? Have you given him some delicious tidbits? Is it very hot? Is he/she changing coat? Is his yard dry or dusty? Has any of his routine been changed? There are many more questions you should ask yourself too, such as: Have you bathed the dog? Did you remove all the shampoo and conditioner? If there is a negative answer to any of these questions and any further ones you can think of, perhaps the dog has an allergy to one or more things.
If flies are a bother, use a good repellant on the dogs coat surrounding the damaged places. Do not apply repellant to the damaged area. Flies often bite dogs on the ears, noses, tail and other spots, giving rise to skin damage. This should be treated as above and the dog should have repellant applied to his coat during the day. If it is applied early in the morning, the application needs to be repeated in the afternoon.
When the skin is damaged and there is a red raw eczema.
This may occur within twelve hours of the first damage to the coat and it may spread at an alarming rate as a weeping, stinking, wet eczema The dog is a sorry mess. The affected area, very frequently the rump, back or sides, is red raw, seeping and has a very unpleasant smell. The animal needs immediate veterinary attention. It is very unwise to wait and see. It will only get worse.
There are two common veterinary procedures, apart from clipping mentioned above, that are not recommended, so discuss them with your veterinary advisor before treatment is implemented. The first is the use of corticosteroids. These drugs have a magic effect on inflammation and itchiness, and for immediate results, are the drugs of choice. But, like the magic wand they are, there is a downside. They suppress the normal immune reaction to the condition, so that next time there is a similar stimulus, much less will be needed to produce the same degree of skin damage, and if an allergic reaction, other systems may become involved. The dog may have hay fever, asthma or allergic diarrhea as well as severe eczema. Also, nature has provided inflammation as a natural body defense against invasion by microbes. This is negated by the use of corticosteroids, so that very powerful and totally effective antibiotics must be used in conjunction with them. This means that good microbes, as well as the potential invaders, must be killed throughout the body, to protect the dog from invasion by deadly microbes.
Secondly, Elizabethan collars, or "buckets over the head" are recommended to prevent the animal doing further damage to the eczema. A smart dog will find something to rub on, if he cannot get his teeth to the itch. The mental torture such a device must cause a dog is beyond belief. Have you ever had an awkward itch you could not scratch for even a few minutes? Wasn't that agony? What is the point of curing the dog's eczema if you are going to torture him mentally, perhaps spoiling his temperament for life.
Alternatively, the itch may be eased with the use of oral antihistamines. This will treat the inflammation by neutralizing the histamine which causes the itch and reddening. The area of the eczema will need treating with antiseptics that deal with bacteria, fungi and yeasts. The best form is again powder for the same reasons as before. Once the weeping has stopped and there is scabbing, a lotion or ointment is needed to keep the scab supple, or it will itch and be attacked by the dog, creating further problems. The substances used on these extensive areas of damage need to be non-toxic if the dog should lick them, be unattractive to flies, and should repel dust and dirt. This is a fairly tall order. At different times such substances have been marketed, but mostly they have been unsatisfactory and removed. Silicone based lotions are quite good, combined with aloe vera they work quite well, once any infection has been treated. Wheat germ oil is also very effective.
Will it recur?
If the original eczema occurred through fleas or flea infestations, yes, it will recur under the same conditions. If it is due to an allergy or a food intolerance it will also recur. If it is due to dead coat hanging on, it may be avoided by thorough and regular grooming. Sometimes it may be avoided by changing the diet. Occasionally it may be avoided by altering the acidity of the diet; e.g., by giving a small dose of cider vinegar daily.
What works for one dog may not work for another. All dogs have delicate and sensitive skins. These should be looked after with care and alertness. It is often easier to prevent the development of eczema by your awareness, than to cure an outbreak a few hours later.=


text: Healthy Energy-Efficient Housing: Using a One-Touch Approach to Maximize Public Health, Energy, and Housing Programs and PoliciesKuholski, Kate MSEd; Tohn, Ellen MCP; Morley, Rebecca MSPPJournal of Public Health Management and Practice: September/October 2010 - Volume 16 - Issue 5 - p S68–S74 doi: 10.1097/PHH.0b013e3181ef4aca Case Study Abstract In Brief Author InformationAuthors Article OutlineOutline Article MetricsMetrics Housing conditions such as leaky roofs, peeling paint, structural problems, chronic dampness, improperly vented combustion appliances, and poor ventilation can cause injury, illness, and increased energy consumption. Homes with moderate and severe housing hazards are more likely to be occupied by families with limited incomes because of the lack of affordable housing choices. As a result, children and older adults in these communities face disproportionate impacts from these housing hazards, including higher asthma and injury rates, greater prevalence of lead poisoning, and higher household energy burdens. Programs and policies addressing home health and energy issues have historically operated in categorical silos, which in turn cause fragmented service delivery and inefficient use of scarce resources by the agencies providing these services. A "one-touch" approach for home interventions that strategically integrates public health and energy efficiency has many potential direct and indirect benefits. Also, this approach plays an important role in housing policy due to the increasing support for green housing and residential energy efficiency. "one-touch" approach for home interventions that strategically integrates public health and energy efficiency has many potential direct and indirect benefits. This approach plays an important role in housing policy. University of Delaware, Newark (Ms Kuholski); Tohn Environmental Strategies, Wayland, Massachusetts (Ms Tohn); and Rebecca Morley, National Center for Healthy Housing, Columbia, Maryland (Ms Morley). Correspondence: Rebecca Morley, MSPP, 10320 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Ste 500, Columbia, MD 20144 (firstname.lastname@example.com). The authors would like to thank Naomi Mermin for her pioneering efforts in the children's environmental health movement by developing the concept of "One touch" service provision that is which is described more fully in this article. Disclaimers: No funding was received for this work from any of the following organizations: National Institutes of Health, Wellcome Trust, and Howard Hughes Medical Institute. This article did not involve human subjects and therefore did not necessitate a review by an institutional review board. Abstract The Burden of Unhealthy Housing Inefficient homes increase the health and economic burdens ... Government mandates, incentives, and funding to increase re... American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 The health benefits of integrated energy and health programs The unintended consequences of categorical programs One-touch approach to healthy energy-efficient homes A case study of the possibility of healthy energy-efficient... Conclusion REFERENCES Back to Top | Article Outline The Burden of Unhealthy Housing In 2007, nearly 13 million low-income persons "paid more than half their monthly income for rent, lived in severely substandard housing, or both."1 Chronic exposure to allergens in the indoor environment from mold, pets, mice and rats, cockroaches, and dust mites is associated with asthma. Indoor moisture sustains mold, pests, dust mites, and bacteria. Indoor air pollutants have also been associated with the development and exacerbation of asthma. Lead toxicity affects the brain and neurodevelopmental processes, and its effects are irreversible. Lead paint dust is the primary source of exposure in homes, rather than pieces of lead-based paint or lead in soil. It is known that lead disrupts processes regulated by calcium and changes synapse formation. Even at quite low levels (2.5–10 μg/dL), deleterious effects of lead can be detected. An inverse relationship between blood lead concentration and arithmetic and reading scores was observed for children with blood lead concentrations less than 5 μg/dL.2 Between 1985 and 1997, home injuries accounted for almost two-thirds of all fatal unintentional injuries occurring to US children and adolescents, with mean residential death rates for children and adolescents varying markedly by age, race, and geographic location. Falls are the leading type of residential injury for children. The primary residential hazards associated with falls are lack of safety devices such as grab bars, safety gates, or window guards; structural defects in the home; and insufficient light on stairs and other areas.2 Low-income renters and people of color are more likely to live in these homes in poor condition with moderate or severe physical problems that can harm health3 , 4 (Figure 1). For example, lead poisoning and asthma can lead to the need for medicine, hospitalization, or death.2 In both urban and rural areas, housing inequality present an environmental justice issue. FIGURE 1 By and large, everyone pays—sooner or later-–for the negative impacts of substandard housing on health, education, and welfare. Taxpayers and employers pay for the direct health care costs for childhood illnesses and disabilities, particularly among lower-income children.5 Moreover, prospects for new and sustained economic growth are threatened when today's children, also tomorrow's workers, are physically, mentally, and/or intellectually impaired by the health and safety hazards in the home. Uncontrolled asthma is a leading contributor of missed school days for children, and the neurological damage from lead poisoning may result in reduced IQ and increased aggression.2 Such impacts have additional consequences on family members if parents or guardians cannot make a living because of caring for their affected children. Several research studies have calculated the economic cost of specific environmental factors on childhood illnesses, disabilities, and health status. These costs include expenditures for health care and other treatments for children, and in most cases, they include additional costs in adulthood for cancer treatments and lost productivity, for example. Landrigan et al6 very conservatively estimated that certain childhood environmental diseases annually cost the United States $54.9 billion per year (1997 dollars). Studies from Washington State, and Minnesota, estimated state costs of environmental disease at $1.875 billion,7 $1.57 billion, respectively.8 Back to Top | Article Outline Inefficient homes increase the health and economic burdens for families Energy efficiency and public health connect at multiple levels. Cold, drafty homes in the winter or hot, stuffy homes in the summer may contribute to illness or death because of the resulting home environmental health hazard or temperature extremes.9 Leaky, drafty homes can contribute to moisture and mold issues and attract pests. If not properly maintained, gas-powered furnaces may emit carbon monoxide leading to illness or death.9 A home without proper ventilation can cause excess heat morbidity and mortality. The population at risk for living in homes with environmental health hazards is similar to those living in homes with high-energy burdens.9 Health is also indirectly impacted when families pay a disproportionate share of their income for energy bills. Low-income households are struggling to pay a higher percentage of their income to energy bills.10 A high housing cost burden has been associated with lower general health status,11 high malnutrition,12 and more iron deficiency.13 A study that examined poor children in northern states found that the children had lower caloric intake during the winter than children in higher-income levels.14 Related research found that seniors in northern states are more likely to go hungry in late winter/early spring, and seniors in southern states are more likely to go hungry in summer because of increased cost of energy.15 Similarly, research shows that low-income children living in families who receive benefits through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, that subsidizes utility expenses, had more consistent growth patterns in the winter than other low-income children.16 In Forecast Burdens, the US Census Survey of Income and Program Participation Survey of "Measures of Material Well-Being" found that in 2001, the "majority of those with un-affordable energy bills also experienced hunger ('critical food insecurity') or skipped medical or dental care."16 Thus, the health benefits of energy efficiency to low-income families can be particularly significant because the income saved is often redirected to essential needs including food, medical insurance, and health care.17 Back to Top | Article Outline Government mandates, incentives, and funding to increase residential energy efficiency have skyrocketed, presenting new opportunities and challenges Housing consumes more than one-fifth of US energy.18 The opportunities for significant household and societal benefits from residential energy efficiency measures are large yet difficult for many homeowners to realize on their own, particularly in low-income households. As a result, Congress, state legislatures, utilities, and local governments have launched a virtual cornucopia of mandatory and voluntary programs and policies. Table 1 provides examples of federal, state, and local energy programs.37 For example, the state of Delaware strengthened its building code to require the most recent version of the International Energy Conservation Code for newly detached 1- and 2-story family dwellings. Also, the state of Delaware will require all new residential buildings constructed after December 31, 2025, to be zero-net-energy capable. A complete database of state incentives for renewables and energy efficiency is found at www.dsireusa.org.19 Table 1 With the sharp rise in energy prices, the foreclosure crisis, the steep recession, and the high priority the Obama administration has placed on energy efficiency, in 2009 Congress appropriated an unprecedented $16 billion in new funds for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, with an emphasis on home energy retrofits in 2009. These funds include multibillion dollar increases for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), the State Energy Program, and Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants, as well as $1.25 billion for energy retrofits and green investments via the US Department of Housing and Urban Development Capital Housing Fund and Assisted Housing Stability Program.20 Estimates suggest that upwards of 2 million housing units will be made energy efficient in the next 3 to 5 years as a result. Additional support for home energy retrofits will be available, should Congress pass further legislation21 to address 2 of President Obama's highest policy priorities: climate change and energy supply and demand.21 Back to Top | Article Outline American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 made important changes to WAP extending the program's reach: Increased the maximum household income eligibility from 150% to 200% of federal poverty guidelines or 60% of the state's median income. Increased the assistance level per dwelling average expenditures for labor, weatherization materials, and related matters from $2500 to $6500. Increased the maximum percentage of WAP funds that can be used for training and technical assistance from 10% to 20% of total program funds.21 These changes offer a greater number of families access to more extensive housing and energy upgrades that can and should include health and safety upgrades. The increased allocation of funding for training provides added support for training in these activities. Back to Top | Article Outline The health benefits of integrated energy and health programs Based on the shared burden and mutual benefits, there is a natural opportunity to connect energy efficiency upgrades and health. There are several possibilities, but one near-term opportunity is through the Department of Energy's WAP. The program operates through 50 state energy offices that work with 900 local agency grantees. Funds are for single, multi, and mobile owner-occupied and rental homes.22 The goal of WAP is "to reduce energy costs for low-income families, particularly for the elderly, people with disabilities, and children through installation of energy efficiency measures, while ensuring their health and safety."23 The WAP participants not only save money on energy bills, but also gain an average of $900 from reduced water costs, shutoff fees, transaction costs and lost wages, and increased property values.23 , 24 Many of the homes targeted by WAP are also at high risk for housing-based health hazards. Forty-nine percent of households receiving energy efficiency interventions, mainly through WAP, have "one or more family members who have disabilities or are elderly and with special needs and 90 percent of WAP clients have incomes less than $15,000, and two-thirds earn less than $8,000 per year."23 In addition, WAP already has policies that require minimum health and safety program components, which enable programs to address carbon monoxide issues, repair moisture problems that prevent effective insulation from being installed, and pursue a range of other activities, provided the total costs are within program guidelines. The WAP typically evaluates the house structure, holistically considering air movement/pressures, humidity and temperature, heating and cooling, insulations, combustion safety, indoor air quality, mold/moistures, and combustion performance testing. The WAP requires inspection of furnaces ensure their energy efficiency; this includes testing for carbon monoxide. Finally, conditions that can make it difficult to successfully weatherize or insulate a home-–such as moisture issues or poor structural conditions—can also have adverse health consequences. Fixing the moisture or mold issues, as well as structural causes of deteriorating leaded paint, can both render a home "ready" for energy upgrades and address a health concern. Windows that are in poor condition may need to be addressed to successfully weatherize a home as well as address the conditions that result in deteriorated leaded paint hazards.25 In a study of WAP homes in Maine, 20.4% of homes with moisture/mold issues were occupied by a resident with asthma compared with 4.6% of homes without moisture/mold issues. Thus a home with a moisture/mold issue is more than 300 times more likely to have a resident with asthma than a home without moisture/mold issues.26 Back to Top | Article Outline The unintended consequences of categorical programs Many conventional energy upgrades, unfortunately, can harm the occupants' health risk, often unwittingly. For example, "tightening" a home without countermeasures for adequate outside air exchange can degrade indoor air quality and increase risk factors associated with asthma, allergies, and other respiratory ailments.28 Changing the pressure dynamics in a home when it is air sealed can, in some cases, have the potential to trap poisonous gases (eg, radon) in homes. Efforts to install insulation in walls can also disturb lead-based paint creating lead hazards.27 Many energy retrofits even overlook simple, no-cost or low-cost interventions like reducing the water heater temperature to 120°, which saves energy and reduces the risk of scalding or addressing broken downspouts and gutters that are creating interior moisture issues linked to breathing problems. A one-touch holistic approach could help integrate the categorical programs and reduce unintended consequences. Back to Top | Article Outline One-touch approach to healthy energy-efficient homes Although some of the health effects of sustainable design and energy retrofitting have not been fully studied, we do know that several health and safety interventions could be easily integrated into energy retrofit work and offer significant health benefits. Well-executed energy retrofits have resulted in improvements in self-rated health, a reduction in days off from school and work, and fewer visits to general health practitioners.28 Integrated energy and health programs can reduce contaminants (such as carbon monoxide, mold, and dust), improve ventilation, reduce moisture and condensation, increase safety, and improve thermal comfort, and offer residents a healthier environment.29 An analysis of the WAP found that weatherized homes were at lower risk for fires, and their residents had less respiratory illnesses.24 The public health field has made tremendous progress in how it approaches home environmental health hazards, but it often has a disease-specific focus and is limited by existing programs and policies. Those leading the work include local, county, and state departments of health, environment, energy, and housing; nonprofits; nongovernmental organizations; private sector; legal services; medical; and various other key stakeholders. Interventions include policy, housing code, programs, regulations, and education and outreach approaches. Over the past several years, some local weatherization programs have embraced a "one-touch" approach that integrates the delivery of healthy housing upgrades and improved energy efficiency. This includes some localities in Maine and the Housing Authority Housing Repair and Weatherization Department in King County, Washington.30 Creating healthy energy-efficient housing through a "one-touch" approach offers tremendous potential for increased efficiencies in delivery of services and may allow programs to "touch" many more residents. To date, this integration has generally involved adding a health component to weatherization and energy-efficiency work. Table 2 provides a list of potential healthy homes upgrades that could be added to energy-efficiency efforts. The corollary approach of adding an energy-efficiency component to health or housing programs is an untapped opportunity. The National Center for Healthy Housing offers trainings to new and current energy auditors on assessing and addressing home health hazards during audits through its national network of training partners to help seed and support a "one-touch" delivery of healthy energy-efficient homes. (See www.nchh.org.)31 Table 2 Back to Top | Article Outline A case study of the possibility of healthy energy-efficient homes Can we imagine an America where families, parents, and children receive "one-touch" responses? Today we would meet "Sue," a young mother, who suffered serious respiratory problems when a plumbing leak resulted in mold. She had tried without success to get her landlord to repair the leak but he took so long that she and her son got sick. Her son missed a lot of school—so the school has had to spend extra time helping him keep up—and Sue has been unable to work. Because she is not working, she has no health insurance. It is frightening to see her child struggle for a breath. When Jeremy's wheeze is particularly bad, she takes him to the emergency department. But with the increased incentives and funding for energy upgrades and housing repair, we can imagine a different response. A new day. Sue calls the 311 number for her county, which has been broadly advertised in her community, and finds out that she may be eligible for funding to repair her home. The 311 operator connects her to a one-touch service agent who tells her that her landlord is eligible for the WAP and the Minor Repair Program based on her income. She is also eligible for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program to help her with her energy costs. The county asks whether she would like her landlord to be contacted to inform him that he is eligible for certain repairs to his unit. Sue agrees and the county contacts the landlord, Tom, following up with a letter and a brochure about the program. In the letter, the county informs Tom that some of the reported problems are potential code violations and that those need to be addressed first. In conformance with the Minor Repair Program guidelines, the landlord is provided a forgivable loan for the repairs. A Healthy Homes specialist, Jeremy, is deployed to conduct the initial inspection that incorporates an energy audit, a rehabilitation estimate, and a Healthy Homes assessment. It takes approximately 1 and a half hours to complete. At the end of the visit, Sue meets with Jeremy and completes a short action plan. The plan describes which items have been included in the work order that will be paid for by the county, a short list of items that the landlord must take care of and a short set of actions she can take to improve the health and safety of the unit and to control energy costs. Jeremy also gives her the name of the county's contact to sign up for health insurance and information about food stamps. He tells her that the next step is for a Healthy Homes and Energy Efficiency contractor to come to her home to handle the repairs. After that, he will return to make sure that all of the work has been done properly and to revisit her action plan as well. Jeremy tells her that he will share a copy of this information with the property owner. Tom, Sue's landlord, was trapped. A year ago, Tom's mom died leaving him with her property, which still had a mortgage that was beyond his ability to pay. After having no luck selling the property he decided to rent it. He knew that there were some problems with the property from deferred maintenance but thought it would be a decent home for someone. Not long after Sue and her son moved in she complained to Tom that she and her son were sick. Tom felt sorry for them but did not think it was the house that caused the illnesses and in any case did not have the means to make the changes she was requesting. When he received a call from Jeremy at the county, he was angry that Sue had turned him into the government. That is the thanks he was getting for giving her an affordable roof over her head. However, Tom was pleasantly surprised that the government had some money for him to repair his mom's old home. He thought there must be a catch. He said he would look at the "Action Plan" that Jeremy was faxing to him. The plan given below showed that Tom would only be out of pocket $350, and the county programs would cover the remainder of the $10000 repairs in the form of a forgivable loan. One-touch can turn this fictitious but real situation into a win for everyone. Currently, this home would have been deferred by WAP because of health and safety concerns (thousands of homes are deferred by WAP each year due to substandard conditions). Sue could avoid her 3 trips per year to the emergency department with her son. Those trips totaled $18000 in costs. The repairs to Sue's home cost $15000 and will improve the appraised value of the home for Tom. Back to Top | Article Outline Conclusion A "one-touch" approach for home interventions that strategically integrates public health and energy efficiency has many potential direct and indirect benefits. Programs and policies addressing home health and energy issues have historically operated in categorical silos that in turn cause fragmented service delivery and inefficient use of scarce resources by the agencies providing these services. 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And guess what? No, not 'chicken-butt' as Ms. Gwen of The Bold Abode pulled on me once. I'm going to be super busy for the next few weeks.
You'll see 'before' pics of the changes that need to be wrought on the house that needs to be sold. The home staging journey will be documented, so if that interests you, please stick around. You'll see what needs to be done before a house (hopefully) sells quickly in this housing market.
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She is the most beautiful person I've ever had the pleasure of laying my eyes on. She's funny, sweet, kind, gentle, but most importantly, understanding. She has these eyes. Beautiful eyes. Beautiful eyes aren't determined by color, they're determined by the look that is given through them, all the stories they have to tell, how much they light up when they see you. Her hair falls perfectly over her face, shaping it and bringing out the brightness in her smile. The smile she gives is wider than the Grand Canyon. The immense pleasure you get from being in her arms is enough to last you a lifetime. Knowing that you have someone who loves you and is willing to make it work is something that is practically unheard of, and even more rarely seen. The personality that she has, the way she moves and acts, the way she looks at you with love and compassion is something you should never give up. No matter what. There is nothing out there that will make you happier than she. A person like that is the rarest kind of person to find. She is worth more than all the friends in the world. A person like that can make you forget that you even have friends. You become so enthused in her that she is all you have. And once you let her go, it'll be hard for her to come back. Your entire life experience so far will never prepare you for the lifetime of heartache that would entail if you let her go. And it's not even that you get her back, it's ultimately up to her whether she wants to stay or leave. You want nothing more than to prove to her that you are worth everything and that you will never make another mistake like that ever again. She helped you become who you are today. She shaped and molded you into a wonderful human being. If it wasn't for her, who knows where you would be right now. She knows she deserves better, but you have to prove that you can give her that. You have to make it right. People make mistakes and she understands that, but it doesn't make it hurt any less. You learned lessons. You're never going to fully understand a situation until you've learned that lesson. But for her to trust you again and for her to believe you are the right person for her, you've got to become become someone far better than she could've ever imagined. Someone who nobody but yourself can help you mold into. You need to love her even more than you did before, more than you ever thought was possible, and you've gotta let her know about it.
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Like most types of cancer, bowel cancer is more common in older people. More than 80% of bowel cancers (8 in 10) are diagnosed in people over 60.
Symptoms of colorectal cancer
The symptoms of colorectal (bowel) cancer may include:
- blood in, or on, your stools (bowel motions) - the blood may be bright red or dark
- a change in your normal bowel habit, such asdiarrhoea or constipation, that happens for no obvious reason and lasts longer than three weeks
- unexplained weight loss
- pain in the tummy (abdomen) or back passage
- feeling that you haven't emptied your bowel properly after a bowel motion
- unexplained tiredness.
Sometimes, the cancer can cause a blockage (obstruction) in the bowel. The person may feel constipated and bloated, be sick (vomit) and have tummy pain.
Although these symptoms can be caused by conditions other than bowel cancer, you should always have them checked by your doctor.
If you have symptoms that don't improve within a few weeks, or if your symptoms get worse, it's important that you're referred to a specialist for tests to find out what the problem is.
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So, how can we take advantage of this authentic learning experience? One easy way is to use the new All-in-one desktop computers (Manda Pro or 'that really wide black computer) that most campuses received last year. Each computer comes with a new EXOPC user interface that looks like a bunch of circles on the screen. The user can click the + sign at the top left to add new apps from the AISD EXO app store.
There are many apps already in the store waiting for you to download them. Today, you can click in the Search box and type 'weather'. Two apps will show up, one for the Weather Underground and a children's app called Whats the Weather. Simply click on one and then click the Download button to install.
The Weather Underground site (also found at http://wunderground.com/ ,) has forecasts for almost every inch of the United States and many international sites. What kind of activities can you do with a live weather site?
- A class can compare our 104 degree weather today with the weather in a desert town or mountain top town.
- Use the Local Weather tab to find a link for historical data. Using today's weather as a base, predict what the weather would be like on another day of the year, January 22nd12001 for example.
- Look at the Resources tab and use the Climate Change link to find information geared to an older student. How are they graphing temperature anomalies on the map? What do the symbols represent?
- Pull down data that you can put into a spreadsheet that shows 'change in weather'. Create a quick graph that shows a historical perspective on rainfall in Central Texas. Can the class make inferences based on the charts?
How can you bring the heat into your instruction while we are still breaking records? Do you have a favorite weather app or website?


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Get an insight of expats' daily life in Egypt and read their blogAdd your blog
Life in Egypt through the eyes of a slightly eccentric Englishwoman
A blog about life in Egypt; marriage, restaurants, shopping, and that sort of thing!
About everything you can think of related to life in Egypt, from working, to eating out, to going to the doctor, to relationships, to taxi rides.
I've been travelling the world for over 10 years, living in some pretty exotic and interesting places. This is my blog about the new countries I live in and my attempts to learn the local languages there. I post a lot about my time as an expat living in the Middle East especially.
Recent university grad from the USA that is moving to Cairo to teach English at an international school. Looking forward to the struggles and triumphs in this newest life adventure!
Our misadventures in Alexandria, Egypt and beyond
Ahlan wa Sahlan - Welcome to my little slice of Egyptian Life! I laugh alot, and write from the perspective of an American woman who flushed twenty years of marriage to a mean, drunk, 'wasp' in favor of an incredibly interesting and loving Egyptian Muslim man I met online. He insisted to me by email that, "Sometimes, reality is more wonderful than any dream," and I was so ripe for the picking, I fell directly into his hand. It's been a joyride ever since! He moved to America with me, and we built a life, a house and a farm together in rural South Carolina, and then we packed as much of it as we could fit into a 20 ft. container and shipped it all to Egypt, where we are now building another life, another home, and, thankfully, our 5-story chicken farm here is already up and running! I've created this blog as a peaceful place to relax while on my wild joyride to Egypt. I share my favorite therapies here, between bouts of incredibly absurd drama going on around me in a small rural village in the middle of Egypt's Nile Delta Region. The highlight of Aisha's Oasis is the chronicle of my marriage to an Egyptian man after meeting him on the internet, and only 50 days of correspondence. I'm using my binders of printed emails as posts, so readers can watch the story unfold just as I did, and enjoy the whirlwind excitement of an internet romance that turned out more wonderful than any dream! Simultaneously, I'm sharing posts of what daily life is like for me in Egypt. You'll find love poems and recipes, and photos of my gardening, photos of the birds, my neighbors, their animals, and all the petty drama that erupts around here, as well as shortstories and artwork, pictures of the jewelry I love to create, and anything else I find interesting enough to share. We are currently remodelling my husband's family home, planting gardens on all three roofs, training young grapevines to cover a rooftop arbor we built together, raising pigeons, and feeding a few chickens in the backyard from the abundance of over ripe papayas I can't seem to keep up with now that the bananas are ripening, too! I guess this is my legacy - I'm attempting at a self-induced vulcan mind meld into the archives of wordpress.com because I don't want to die without unloading it somewhere! It's been a very exciting ride! If you'd like to believe me, start here: "My First Cup of Tea in the Oasis" at http://aishasoasis.wordpress.com/2013/12/09/my-first-cup-of-tea-in-the-oasis/ ;^)
A step by step live account of my move to Egypt, Sharm el Sheikh
I have been visiting Egypt since 1993 and visiting Siwa Oasis since 1995. In November 2010 I moved to Siwa to live. In January 2012 I moved to the Red Sea and Sinai, on the other side of Egypt, but I return to Siwa regularly.
Adventures of a 5th Grade teacher living abroad. Current location: Cairo, Egypt.
As my life is a continuos wandering around, I decided to have a picture for every day of this nomadism : I love the idea of keeping a visual track of the my path. Ideas,music,personal experiences are included!
Fun, satirical blog about the daily grind of living in Cairo
The life of a blonde foreigner in Egypt, renovating an apartment and living the daily crazy life of cairo...
A collection and refelctions of a Japanesy Kiteboarding Nomad living in Egypt.
Currently featuring "Letters from Egypt," a blog discussing becoming acclimated in Egyptian society after moving from the US, along with the lessons and adventures I stumble upon.
A journey of my experiences living by the Nile in Luxor
Classic & Creative Concoctions
Life experiences and musings of a Puertorican girl in Cairo.
American family of three living in Cairo for the next couple of years. Excited to be here, missing everyone back home and ready to begin our adventure.
The life and times of a British resident of Cairo, studying and 'interning' at IH Cairo, International Language Institute.
An English girl in Sydney: Annabel Symonds, full disclosure
Behind the blog Londoner in Sydney, is Annabel Symonds. Seven years ago, travel enthusiast Annabel followed the love of her life to Sydney. Since then, the pair have travelled the world, taken Londoner in Sydney to new heights and attempted to move back to England. Annabel's blog has been featured in the Top 25 Expat blogs in the World by Feedspot and Top 10 Australia Expat blog by International Money Transfers. She tells us all about her thrilling expat life in the Land Down Under!


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A client, who shall remain nameless, is promoting a service with a stack of post cards provided to him by her invisible braces vendor.
That's great except, when I turned the card over, it read "…Get your teeth straight in 2008!" Problem is, it's almost 2010.
I understand how it can hurt to discard a 'perfectly good' stack of cards. However, that needs to be balanced against the 'need' to consistently demonstrate that yours is a practice with a high degree of professionalism and attention to detail. If you cannot receive more current communications from your vendor, a 'compromise solution' is to have someone write "extended through 12-31-09!," which also creates a bit of urgency.
While placed on hold at another client's office, I heard their on hold message announce "2006 marks our tenth year serving the XYZ community." This again sends a negative message to both current and prospective patients.
The routine of work can make it easy to become 'blind' and 'deaf' to things that may not reflect positively on your practice. So make a point of taking a fresh look at (and listen to) your practice. Keep your eyes and ears open to ensure all your "patient touch points" including: magazines in your reception area, information and photographs on your website, in your external communications, etc. convey accurate, relevant, and timely information.


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Couldn't open windows again today, so I did the next best thing and hit up all my gardening sites online...ordered seeds and some plants! YAY! That satisfied me, lots :) But then I found this HUGE victorian style birdhouse that I have to have. It's got a copper roof..and the whole thing is almost 4 feet high. You read that right. I'm trying to justify spending $70 for it...but honestly - where else would you find one that size for that price??? I'm still thinking on it. Meanwhile, while I was thinking, lol - I got a lot of work done today...just finished up - and saw the time. I'm a bit late tonight posting - - but I have a gorgeous piece that Jenni made with Be Still to share with you tonight - the last one for this collection. Sneak Peek tomorrow!
The image above is linked to its direct download - stay tuned for a Sneak Peek! Kim


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Our second webinar in the May-October 2017 monthly series, conducted by Mark Rosegrant, Director of the Environment and Production Technology Division at the International Food Policy Research Institute, was dedicated to findings from a recent analysis of the impacts of alternative agricultural investments on global objectives of sustainable development. Watch the webinar recording
Archives for June 2017
Webinar recording: What levels and composition of investment best serve global objectives of sustainable development?
Conference on Impacts of international agricultural research: Rigorous evidence for policy
The Standing Panel on Impact Assessment (SPIA) of the CGIAR's Independent Science and Partnership Council (ISPC) and PIM will hold a conference on assessing the impacts of agricultural research on July 6-8, 2017 at the World Agroforestry Center (ICRAF) in Nairobi, Kenya.
Webinar: Community forestry. Where and why has devolution of forest rights contributed to better governance and livelihoods?
When: August 29, 11:00 AM, EST
Presenter: Steven Lawry, Director, Equal Opportunities, Gender, Justice, and Tenure, CIFOR
Why agricultural research investment lags in Africa south of the Sahara
ASTI's latest data collection and analysis from Africa south of the Sahara (SSA) exposes a persistent problem and a drag on sustainable development efforts: Growth in research spending is lower than for other kinds of agricultural investment. Why is this happening, and can anything be done to reverse this imbalance?


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Sarah Michelle Gellar, who is happily celebrating the 20-year anniversary of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, might not be the first celeb you look to for design inspiration, but that's about to change.
Gellar's office just got a makeover courtesy of High Fashion Home and the finished product is sure to give you plenty of fodder for your Pinterest boards.
Gellar established Foodstirs, a line of sustainable and fair-trade baking mixes, in 2015 along with her pals Galit Laibow and Greg Fleishman. Since then, it seems that the team has outgrown its HQ, because Gellar enlisted a huge home emporium to outfit her space. Naturally, Gellar posted the images to Instagram and we're all coming down with a major case of design envy.
"I'm so obsessed with the way it looks I had to share (and possibly move in)," she wrote. "There's truly nothing better than getting to work everyday in such a creative space, I'm very lucky and grateful. I hope you love this sneak peek as much as I do."
In the pics, you can see plenty of white and gold, contrasted with bold, graphic stripes. The pop of pattern is a fun way to break up an all-white (or mostly white) room. Those touches of turquoise? Love.
Of course, a chic space like this is no place for a white board. Instead, the team at High Fashion Home outfitted the Foodstirs office with a chalkboard. The dark board is a great contrast to the white marble table.
It's not all-white everything. Gellar shared a photo of a bold pink couch under the company's slogan, "We bake, what's your superpower?" The mismatched pillows are a nice touch, too. Hey Sarah, we'd like to take a seat and sample some baked goods.
Another motto to live by has to be "Sugar coat evvverything," which is painted above a display of Foodstirs products. We couldn't agree more.
#bts Foodstirs headquarters just got the most amazing makeover from @highfashionhome. I'm so obsessed with the way it looks I had to share (and possibly move in) There's truly nothing better than getting to work everyday in such a creative space, I'm very lucky and grateful. I hope you love this sneak peek as much as I do #worklife @foodstirs #highfashionhome (and office lol)


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10 Small Appliances and Accessories to Help you Survive Dorm Room Living
For college students, dorm life is about more than just living. Sometimes it's about survival. Maybe that's a bit overdramatic, but depending on your school or location, your dorm room can be anything from a spacious two-bedroom loft to a cramped and dull concrete cell. It's hard to imagine that anyone can live in the latter, but those of us unlucky enough to experience it know it can be done. While difficult, someday you may even consider it a home away from home - thanks to a little help from some small appliances and other accessories.
This list covers everything you'll need in order to survive the dorms, no matter how big or small. Who knows, these appliances may even make you a few friends along the way. Do you need all of these? Probably not - and chances are you wouldn't be able to fit them all in your concrete cell anyway.
Mini Fridge
|One of the most essential appliances for dorm room living, a mini refrigerator is a must-have. Smaller than your typical kitchen refrigerators, mini fridges are excellent for storing cold drinks and that leftover pizza from the night before, both of which are of vital importance to the modern college student. Plus, how can you hope to entertain any guests without having a cold beverage available to offer? The most popular dorm room is always the one with the fully-stocked fridge.
Water Filter
No, we're not saying the water from your dorm room in undrinkable. But if you prefer bottled water, the cost can add up pretty quickly. A water filter can give you almost the exact same thing at a much lower cost. There are several kinds of filters available that will do the trick. Either a filtered pitcher that you can store in your fridge or even better a filter that attaches directly to the faucet can be a huge asset for dorm living.
Coffee Maker
For one reason or another, we all stay up way too late in college. Whether you're hanging out with friends, playing video games or (maybe) studying for an exam, coffee is an essential part of college life. There's no substitute for coffee the morning after those late nights, but the nearby coffee shop can wreak havoc on your student budget. A coffee maker in your dorm can give you that same boost at a fraction of the cost, and can also save you a trip across campus. Your may even have friends trekking across campus just for a free cup of your home brew.
A microwave is a wonderful tool to have at your disposal, if your dorm allows it. You can easily reheat that leftover pizza you tossed in the fridge or make a quick dinner when you just can't handle another night of dining hall food. Just be careful on movie night because the smell of burnt popcorn can linger for days.
|Staying with the food theme, a toaster oven is another appliance that won't take up a lot of space and is another useful weapon in the ongoing battle against the cafeteria. In addition to simply toasting up a piece of bread in the morning or a sandwich at lunchtime, a toaster over can cook almost anything - it's like having a real oven in your dorm, only smaller and easier to clean.
George Foreman Grill
Unfortunately, not everyone can have a microwave or toaster oven in their dorm room. But a George Foreman Grill can be the next best thing. Imagine grilling in the middle of your dorm, but without having to deal with the open flames or dirty charcoal. You're not going to get gourmet food from it, but the electric grill will certainly make do in a pinch. You're really only limited by your imagination with the Foreman Grill, and its size is ideal for storing in a dorm room. After all, you'll need somewhere to point other things, like books.
Hot Pot
Along the same lines as the George Foreman Grill, the hot pot is another great backup for dorms that outlaw the microwave. Hot beverages and soups can make life that much better on a cold day, especially when cramming for that last final before break. A hot pot is also the perfect appliance for cooking Ramen noodles and instant mac 'n' cheese, both mainstays for college students living on the cheap.
Portable Air Conditioner
By now your food needs seem to be covered, but what's the point of cooking and entertaining in your dorm room if you can't be comfortable? That's where a portable air conditioner comes in. Dorm rooms can get pretty hot, especially in the spring and summer months. Unfortunately, most dorms do not have central air, and a window unit is either not allowed or just not a feasible given your available space.
Luckily, a portable air conditioner is smaller and doesn't require permanent installation. Venting is also simple and does not require as much space as a window unit. Above all, portable air conditioners are easy to move from room to room so it can go wherever the party is.
Vacuum Cleaner
Cleaning supplies are probably the most overlooked dorm necessity - and for good reason. Cleaning is never fun, but chances are if you're using any of these other appliances to cook meals, you've made one or two messes in your room over the year. A vacuum cleaner is a quick and easy way to get your dorm room back into acceptable shape before your parents or friends come to visit. If your room has mostly hard flooring, check out an electric broom - basically a vacuum made especially for floors.
Stereo System
Ok, so it's not really an appliance or accessory, but a working stereo is absolutely essential if you want to survive in a dorm. Music can be the center of a party or the perfect background noise while you study. And while nice if you can afford it, you don't need the huge expensive systems with the multiple speakers and surround sound. Just some speakers and an iPod hookup will do the trick.


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"Hiersera arrivassimo quì in Capriana,
per una via sassosa et aspra,
pure assai dilettevole per la bellissima vista
di colline et campagne piene d'amandoli, et olivi".
per una via sassosa et aspra,
pure assai dilettevole per la bellissima vista
di colline et campagne piene d'amandoli, et olivi".
"Last evening we arrived here, in Cavriana, travelling along a way that was stony and rough, but also delightful for the beautiful view of hills and fields, full of almond and olive trees".
These words, from a letter written by Isabella d'Este in 1535, describe one of the many visits of the Marchioness to the Lake Garda Hillside.
The letter was sent from Cavriana, a small village on the mantuan hills, close to the Lake. Here Isabella had one of her leisure residences: you can still see the name of Isabella carved on a fireplace architrave in the local museum.
On the hills of Cavriana – today as in the times of Isabella – many almond trees grow, and almonds are the main ingredient of a very special cake, which is cooked every year in Cavriana, on the occasion of the feast of the local patron saint: San Biagio (Saint Blaise).
The "Torta di San Biagio" ("Cake of Saint Blaise") is a tart, stuffed with an almond-filling, and made with a special pastry, which has not eggs, but white wine in. The filling is composed with almonds, eggs, chopped chocolate, anise and sugar. The top of the cake is decorated with a grill made of pastry, cut in lozenges, which shows the interior filling.
Every year, on February 3rd, an enormous "Cake of Saint Blaise" - with more of 3 meters of diameter - is cut on the main square of Cavriana.


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The day I walked into Kepler's bookstore in Palo Alto in 2003 to picked up my copy of Dr. Richard Strozzi-Heckler's anthology Being Human at Work was one of my proudest moments. Finally, my name in print! My maiden name, J. Clare Bowen-Davies appears as author to the chapter "The Power of Somatics in Sobriety." As copyrighted material I'm unable to offer the content here. I explore how an embodied approach to addiction recovery can be beneficial, drawing on my personal experience together with decades of work with recovering alcoholics and addicts in California. I hope you find it useful.
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