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Sterling Shoes (TSX: SSI) went into creditor protection today. The shares were halted at 1:27pm and the CCAA protection announcement came at 1:48pm. The TSX will delist the shares and debentures.
Investors would have had some advance warning given the announcement the company made on September 27, 2011 that they would not be able to make an interest payment on their convertible debentures. Their credit facility with the Bank of Montreal would have prevented them from making the payment.
At this point anybody that held equity in the company should have firmly jettisoned it and the company shares tanked from 37 cents the day before to about 12 cents after.
There still may be value in the debentures, although whatever slice of the company they are given in the post-restructuring is difficult to determine. The company had about $13M in secured debt and $25M in subordinated debentures. When compared to sales metrics (2010: $127M revenues, $54M gross profit) and potential profitability (i.e. there is ample room to cut SG&A by getting rid of under-performing stores), the company should be worth more than what the secured line of credit is worth – certainly, debenture holders going into the bankruptcy had not expected much, with the last trade going off at 13.5 cents on the dollar at closing.
The following is a chart of the debentures:
It is impossible for retail investors to get a fair shake at a company during a restructuring, but I do notice that Belkin Enterprises Ltd., lead by BC businessman Stuart Belkin, took a $2.573M face value stake in the Sterling Shoes debentures and announced this on September 2, 2011 on SEDAR. Was this a mis-timed investment or are they planning on participating on the subsequent recapitalization and capture value in a post re-organization stake?
I would expect such holders to get equity and warrants in the subsequent recapitalization.

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Dakota, Or What's a Heaven For is a finalist for a
Archive for May, 2011
High Plains Book Award FinalistSunday, May 22nd, 2011
Dakota, Or What's a Heaven For is a finalist for a
Final Four and Home!Friday, May 20th, 2011
The final four events of my Dakota Tour–two stops in Grand Forks, ND; an interview on South Dakota Public Broadcasting (radio); and a reading at Zandbroz Books in Sioux Falls, SD–are over, and I'm about to catch my flight home. I had the chance to hang with some good friends in Grand Forks, and I look forward to catching up with the Danz Brothers (Greg and Jeff of Zandbroz in Fargo and Sioux Falls) this October when we will all be at the South Dakota Festival of Books in Deadwood.
Here's the interview on SDPB with Paul Guggenheimer's
Now I'm headed home, after one month, 17 events, and about 3500 miles of traveling. Several times, as I traveled along I-94 and I-29, I meant to take some photos of my favorite ND billboards, reminding me to "Smile" (I did), "Be Polite" (I tried), "Be Grateful" (I was, I am, more than I can say), and of course:
DAKOTA Wins IPPY AwardTuesday, May 17th, 2011
Throwing StonesMonday, May 16th, 2011
What do you do on a sunny Sunday at "the lakes" (which refers to any and all of the 10,000-plus Minnesota lakes that lucky North Dakotans travel to on the weekend)? Well, Molly and I throw stones.
Interview on WDAY RadioSaturday, May 14th, 2011
This past Thursday was my
Pet InterludeFriday, May 13th, 2011
Nothing about North Dakota here. Just some photos of pets (but more importantly, on this windy 45-degree day in Fargo, of a verdant spring background in Michigan).
More Pix from Governor's Residence VisitFriday, May 13th, 2011
Here are a couple more pictures from this past Tuesday's book club discussion at the North Dakota Governor's Mansion, hosted by ND First Lady, Betsy Dalrymple. Thanks to Susan Stibbe for the group shot.
Book Clubs and the Governor's MansionWednesday, May 11th, 2011
This past Monday and Tuesday were book club days. The venues were pretty different, from margaritas at Mexican Village with a Fargo club (made up of teachers, librarians, administrators, counselors, past and present, from Agassiz Middle School) to a luncheon and discussion at the North Dakota Governor's Residence, hosted by ND First Lady, Betsy Dalrymple, but both were lively and lots of fun.
Now, how did I get invited to the governor's residence? First Lady Betsy Dalrymple, from Casselton, ND, and my sister, Ryma, belong to the same book club. Also in this club are high school friends and old neighbors and folks I've come to know pretty well over the years. So when they decided to read Dakota, Or What's a Heaven For, Betsy generously offered to host that month's meeting at her Bismarck home. Even better, she invited another book club, this one from nearby Arthur, to join the discussion. And since this is how rural communities work, of course there were old friends to greet and new friends to meet. Better still, both of my sisters were with me, too. Even though there was a piano nearby, the Marshall girls did not provide the "special music." It would have been the standby, Count Your Blessings, and it's a blessing that we refrained.
I suggested, as the discussion began, that my invitation to join the Casselton book club for the day was a nice sign that they had forgiven me for insisting, some years ago, that the "classic" that they just had to read was Nabokov's Lolita, which they uniformly hated.
"Not necessarily," a high school friend dryly responded. I knew then that I was in for a fun discussion. Thank you all for being there, and for all of the good words. The group picture taken on my camera didn't turn out, so if anyone has a nice picture from the day, let me know, and I'll post it.
Big Things on HillsMonday, May 9th, 2011
Do North Dakotans have a state-wide odd sense of humor? Or is it something about too much space around us that makes putting big things on hills seem like a good idea, just to break up the long view toward the horizon? If you're driving on I-94 near New Salem, you will see this in the distance:
Saturday was a good day to study the North Dakota landscape, as I began the morning with a drive from Bismarck to Minot (two hours), where I had breakfast with the 'Pi' Book Club. Fun to see a number of the women sitting there at the table with copies of my first novel, Mavis, as well as Dakota. They came with some great questions, too. I hope they had as much fun as I had.
From Minot I traveled to Williston, another two hours west. I made a quick stop in Tioga to say 'hi' to my cousin, Steve, owner of the Model Tavern, but I should have known he wouldn't be around, as it was a good day for fishing. This is the cousin who had the pool table and the jukebox taken out of the bar because it was attracting too many customers.
Signs of the April 30 freak winter storm were still in evidence, including a number of snapped utility poles.
In Williston I signed books at Chuck Wilder's beautiful (and busy) independent book store, Books on Broadway, had a fun chat with Chuck and with several readers, and then drove the four hours back to Bismarck. That made it possible for me to head out on Sunday morning in time to get back to Cass County to have dinner (that's the noon meal here, folks) with my mother on Mother's Day.
Next up? Margaritas with a couple of Fargo book clubs this afternoon. Life is good.
Day Off in McKenzie CountyFriday, May 6th, 2011
With no events planned for the day (yesterday) I relaxed with my sister and brother-in-law, Myra and Ron, in McKenzie County, which looks a lot like this:
No day in a farm town is complete without a trip to the local implement dealer "for parts."
Farming would have been a bit more difficult for the folks who lived in this homestead house.


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Schenectady's rehab venture shows promise
An unlikely and ambitious plan for Schenectady's blight is actually getting results.
A contractor has purchased an overgrown, trash-filled house near Union Street.
A tenant, who once put up with an absentee landlord who didn't make repairs and didn't pay the taxes, is now buying his former apartment.
And many other contractors are eagerly awaiting the rehab specs for about 20 houses throughout the city, which they plan to bid on so they can bring the buildings up to code and flip them for a profit.
Mayor Gary McCarthy started the project with a simple idea: Seize houses from those who wouldn't pay taxes for years on end, sell them to responsible homeowners and use the money to balance the city budget and pay for the demolition of the worst buildings.
But many of the houses had not been maintained for years, and Building Inspector Eric Shilling said they needed thousands of dollars of work simply to bring them up to code. Realtors said the typical home buyer wouldn't take a risk on such houses.
So Shilling and McCarthy hatched an idea that seemed so outlandish that even the state Comptroller's Office said the city shouldn't rely on it. They decided to ask contractors to take all the risk: Do the work on each house but only get paid when the house sold.
Critics said no one would take that deal. But contractors are lining up.
Legere Restoration is examining every house the city seized and giving the city estimates on the cost of repairs, so that the city can judge the work involved in each case.
Other contractors are bidding on the projects, with their bids judged against the initial estimate. But Legere is so eager to get the work that the company has offered to take on every project in which the bids come in higher than Legere's estimates.
By March, Shilling plans to have contractors at work on 12 houses in the Northside neighborhood. He said he thinks it's realistic to expect 20 houses to be at some stage of the rehab process by July. Contractors are telling him they could go even faster if he can write more specs.
"They would like to see as much inventory as possible," Shilling said.
Contractor Gary Pappas, who has already started work at the first house offered through the program, is hoping to do 10 to 12 more houses next year. He thinks the city's plan is fantastic, even though contractors don't get paid until the house sells.
Contractors regularly work under those conditions, he said, and usually have to find buyers themselves. To work with a city Realtor and to have city officials helping to promote the houses is huge.
"It's not guaranteed success, but it's the best possible scenario. This program is as close as you can get," he added. "Will I make some mistakes? Probably. But it's all doing the homework on the front end."
In other words, he is carefully inspecting each house before making a bid. He wants to be sure he knows what he's getting into — and that the house is in an area where it will sell. That may prove to be a problem at some point, because the city has foreclosed upon many houses in Hamilton Hill, where houses don't sell often and don't sell for much money.
For now, the majority of the houses offered to contractors are in the Northside neighborhood, Shilling said. Others are scattered throughout the city.
Pappas, who grew up in Rotterdam, said contractors warned him to tread carefully in Schenectady. But the newly reorganized building department is working smoothly and swiftly. He said he decided to bid on more than just one house when he saw that city employees were more than willing to work with him.
They're even willing to let him tear holes in the foreclosed houses before signing any bids.
"What really helped me was Eric's program allows you to go in, kick the tires," he said. "You can do any and all research. Say you want to know how much of the building is structurally sound? You don't have to guess if the foundation is good or bad. You can open the wall and peer in."
He did that at one building, after carefully asking permission.
"Eric was like, 'Have at it! Let's take a look together!' " Pappas said.
The program isn't perfect, but city workers met with the contractors to outline the plan and ask them for input. Since then, he said, they've been willing to make changes when problems crop up.
"It really does come down to being flexible," he said. "You've got the right team, seriously, that's willing to make these tweaks and tunes."
Critics have also suggested that the foreclosed houses are in such bad condition that they would not be worth repairing. But contractors have indicated otherwise as they begin to bid on the work.
Pappas said many of the buildings that look awful on the outside have "good bones."
"There's a ton of potential," he said.
And more are on the way.
Corporation Counsel John Polster, who seized 160 houses this summer, took 15 more in December. All of those were vacant, he said. He is now planning to take small groups of houses regularly, rather than hundreds at once.
"I was running city employees ragged with the last group I took," he said. "With every house we have to inspect, board them up if needed."
While the majority of the tax delinquent structures in Schenectady are apartment buildings, there is a sizeable group of owner-occupied homes that are years behind on taxes.
So far, he said, he hasn't seized those. The owners were given until mid-December to pay off their taxes, but only a few were able to do so, Polster said. Still, he hasn't foreclosed.
"I just haven't gone after them yet," Polster said, noting that the exemption period offered by the City Council only expired a week ago.
McCarthy is hoping the process will convince owners — particularly landlords — that they must pay their taxes. He's also hoping that the house sales will bring in new, more responsible owners who are willing and able to pay their taxes.
None of this is easy, as city officials have learned to their frustration. Foreclosing on the blighted, tax-delinquent houses Then Shilling had to inspect every one of them. City officials wrote rental agreements for tenants whose landlords had lost their buildings and took the landlords to court, pro bono, to get the tenants' security deposits back.
Some tenants were living in unsafe, distressing conditions and had to be evicted. Some vacant buildings were in such bad shape that Shilling decided they couldn't be profitably repaired. Those buildings are on the demolition list, and three buildings have already been razed.
But Shilling found that most of the houses could be repaired for less than their typical sale price in their neighborhood.
"None of it looks good from the outside," he said. "But many of them are worthy on the inside."
Those "worthy" houses need thousands of dollars in repairs to bring them up to code — from new roofs and working furnaces to safe wiring.
The original plan was to allow only reliable contractors, who passed through an approval process in City Hall, to bid on the work. They had to prove themselves through references, bank statements and other evidence.
Now, Shilling is adding tenants to the mix. At the city's first open house, he said, many tenants and next-door neighbors said they wanted to buy particular foreclosed homes.
"So we're vetting all those interests," he said.
City officials are preparing the paperwork to sell the first former-apartment to its tenants, he added.
Shilling is listing all the code violations, as well as an estimate of how much a contractor will charge to fix them. Both sides are also negotiating a "very affordable" price, because the tenants will also have to pay the cost of the repairs.
"Very affordable. I'm talking $10,000," Shilling said. "Then you have 12 months to go get your own contractor."
Once the houses sell and the contractors are paid, the rest of the sale price goes to the city, with a small share to the Realtor.
McCarthy is banking on revenue from those sales, as well as tax payments from the new owners, in the 2013 budget. The whole process has taken longer than he expected, but he's satisfied that it is working.
"It's a slow, methodical process," he said. "[I] believe it's going to have long-term benefits."


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TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. – The Tybee Island alcohol and amplified music restriction is in full force.
That started at midnight Thursday night and some party goers said they had no idea.
There are a few signs along Highway 80, but party goes News 3 spoke to from Atlanta said they still had no idea about the ban.
Several people were out on the beach Friday in preparation for the big Orange Crush bash on Saturday.
What most of them don't know is they could be served at least a $200 fine if they're caught with booze or playing amplified music.
This is an effort to reduce violent crimes that have happened at the event in the past.
Even though the ban is out some said they'll still go to the beach, but now be a little more cautious.
"But we're still going to have fun and do everything in moderations and stuff," Dwayne Williams, a party goer from Atlanta, said.
Police enforcement also has increased like every other year. State and local officers have been seen on the streets and beach to make sure no one is violating the ordinance put in place this weekend.
One officer has a few words of advice if you plan on heading that way Saturday and Sunday.
"Be safe, have a good time, follow the rules, obey the law set by the city council and the mayor and everything will be fine," Skylar Strickland, with the Tybee police department, said.
Again, fines are at least $200 if police find you with booze.
Tybee and Savannah-Metro officers along with the Georgia State Patrol will be out here this weekend.
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- I have a guy who I've been flirting with on and off for about a year. We've had sex twice (pretty amazing sex too at that) and despite knowing I have a boyfriend, we talk almost everyday and despite me trying to avoid flirtation, it always happens but I try hard to keep it as clean as possible and ignore anything sexua
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- My boyfriend knows about the other guy, and is wary, but isn't the type to pick a fight with me unless he knows I'm cheating on him -- which i've never done.
- I have denied every other guy's advances but this one guy -- he's definitely my weakness and he knows it. He's definitely gorgeous and my type down to the letter, but I know for a fact that a) he's not ready to settle down with me any time in the near future b) that he isn't really into dating younger girls (we have a 3 year age gap) c) we'd have a tumultuous relationship
. My boyfriend is an amazing guy, and I feel so terribly that I wasn't sure of what I wanted before I asked for a commitment. I care about him and I want to be with him, but I don't think I'm ready right now. I don't want to run the risk of cheating on him, but I also don't want to close myself off from any other possibilities. I don't know if we should break up, take or break, nor do I know the right words to say. Any advice?
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Liquid Water Enhancers Report 2014
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Kraft Foods Group2011年3月首次發售了袖珍型的超濃縮糖漿"MiO Liquid Water Enhancer"。2013年末美國的飲料濃縮液市值達4億1,200萬美元。
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An essential guide to the liquid water enhancers category, including an overview of the current market and international potential
Includes information on the products, key drivers and consumption trends in the current market
Addresses the international opportunity through a sophisticated benchmarking analysis, identifying the top five countries that offer the greatest potential for liquid water enhancers beyond the US
Provides insights and recommendations for countries offering the greatest prospect for the category.
Assesses challenges and provides a realistic future outlook to support your strategic planning.
Highlights a sample of brands in the category through detailed brand profiles.
Pocket-sized packs of super-concentrated syrups did not exist until Kraft Foods Group introduced MiO Liquid Water Enhancers in March 2011. By the end of 2013, the US market alone was worth $412 million, with dedicated fixtures in many stores.
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The report provides an in-depth look at the liquid water enhancers category in the US, and provides detailed market level insights for each of several potential markets, offering a broad overview of possible strategies for market entry.
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Other literary forms
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In addition to his novels, Verner von Heidenstam (HAY-duhn-stahm) published poetry, short stories, and nonfiction works. Among his volumes of poetry are Vallfart och vandringsår (1888; pilgrimage and wander years), Dikter (1895; poems), and Nya dikter (1915; new poems). His two collections of short stories are Sankt Göran och draken (1900; Saint George and the dragon) and Skogen susar (1904; the woods whisper), and his essays include Renässans (1889; Renaissance), Pepitas bröllop (1890, with Oscar Levertin; Pepita's wedding), Modern Barbarism (1894), Dagar och händelser (1909; days and events), and Vad vilja vi? (1914; what do we want?). He also wrote an autobiographical work, Från Col di Tenda till Blocksberg (1888; from Col di Tenda to Blocksberg), and a history textbook, Svenskarna och deras hövdingar (1908-1910; The Swedes and Their Chieftains, 1925). Several volumes of his essays and poetry were published posthumously, including När kastanjerna blommade (1941; when the chestnut trees bloomed) and Sista dikter (1942; last poems). His collected works have been published in twenty-three volumes by Bonniers.


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Here's an idea: finding a meaning for your life – making sense of it – beats happy. Recent research points to one thing: doing things that make you happy, makes you happier. But finding meaning makes you meaningful-er. And that will sustain you in the long term. A lady called Emily Esfahni Smith has written a book, The Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life That Matters, so you don't have to.
So here's a few 'meaning of life' shortcuts. Because who has time to morph into a philosopher?
Belong to a group: Like The Midult. No really, if you are part of something, some tribe, some entity, you will feel better. Smith uses a cheerful example about war and suicide: suicide levels go down in times of war because people feel united. This is extreme. But…
Give your work purpose: Brace yourselves for a particularly worthy anecdote. In 1962 President Kennedy visits NASA. He runs into a guy emptying a bin. The president asks the guy what he's doing – which is odd in itself but that conversation is for another time. The man replies, "Helping put a man on the moon." So whatever you are doing, find the purpose in it.
Craft your story: Become the superhero of your life. Take centre stage. Be the leading lady. Putting others first ultimately teaches them – and you – that you deserve to come second. Don't let sticky parts of your narrative derail others. We find therapy helps with that.
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Something that would be bad in this area would be a crash. There was a large crash in Italy about a month ago that injured and I think killed some people. That would be disastrous for our area. It may be better to have the train go to San Jose for now, and when funding comes up, we can have a tunnel up the Bay Area.
HSR will be great for the Bay Area, but we must be very careful how we do it. There must be forethought so no huge accident happens that could jeopardize HSR all around the United States. Now that would be REALLY bad.


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Hypertension, referred to as high blood pressure, is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is chronically elevated. It was previously referred to as nonarterial hypertension but in current usage, the word "hypertension" without a qualifier normally refers to arterial hypertension. Hypertension can be classified either essential (primary) or secondary. Essential hypertension indicates that no specific medical cause can be found to explain a patient's condition. Secondary hypertension indicates that the high blood pressure is a result of another condition, such as kidney disease or tumours .
Persistent hypertension is one of the risk factors for strokes, heart attacks, heart failure and arterial aneurysm, and is a leading cause of chronic renal failure. Even moderate elevation of arterial blood pressure leads to shortened life expectancy. At severely high pressures, defined as mean arterial pressures 50% or more above average, a person can expect to live no more than a few years unless appropriately treated. Hypertension is considered to be present when a person's systolic blood pressure is consistently 140 mmHg or greater, and/or their diastolic blood pressure is consistently 90 mmHg or greater.
Although no specific medical cause can be determined in essential hypertension, the most common form has several contributing factors. These include salt sensitivity, renin homeostasis, insulin resistance, genetics, and age. Certain medications, especially NSAIDS (Motrin/Ibuprofen) and steroids can cause hypertension. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) inhibits the 11-hydroxysteroid hydrogenase enzyme (catalyzes the reaction of cortisol to cortison) which allows cortisol to stimulate the Mineralocorticoid Receptor (MR) which will lead to effects similar to hyperaldosteronism, which itself is a cause of hypertension.
Hypertension is one of the most common complex disorders, with genetic heritability averaging 30%. Data supporting this view emerge from animal studies as well as in population studies in humans. Most of these studies support the concept that the inheritance is probably multifactorial or that a number of different genetic defects each have an elevated blood pressure as one of their phenotypic expressions.
Signs and symptoms
Hypertension is usually found incidentally – "case finding" – by healthcare professionals during a routine checkup. The only test for hypertension is a blood pressure measurement. Hypertension in isolation usually produces no symptoms although some people report headaches, fatigue, dizziness, blurred vision, facial flushing, transient insomnia or difficulty sleeping due to feeling hot or flushed, and tinnitus during beginning onset or prior to hypertention diagnosis.
Malignant hypertension (or accelerated hypertension) is distinct as a late phase in the condition, and may present with headaches, blurred vision and end-organ damage. Hypertension is often confused with mental tension, stress and anxiety. While chronic anxiety and/or irritability is associated with poor outcomes in people with hypertension, it alone does not cause it. Accelerated hypertension is associated with somnolence, confusion, visual disturbances, and nausea and vomiting .
Diagnosis of hypertension is generally on the basis of a persistently high blood pressure. Usually this requires three separate measurements at least one week apart. Exceptionally, if the elevation is extreme, or end-organ damage is present then the diagnosis may be applied and treatment commenced immediately.
Obtaining reliable blood pressure measurements relies on following several rules and understanding the many factors that influence blood pressure reading.
For instance, measurements in control of hypertension should be at least 1 hour after caffeine, 30 minutes after smoking or strenuous exercise and without any stress. Cuff size is also important. The bladder should encircle and cover two-thirds of the length of the (upper) arm. The patient should be sitting upright in a chair with both feet flat on the floor for a minimum of five minutes prior to taking a reading. The patient should not be on any adrenergic stimulants, such as those found in many cold medications.
When taking manual measurements, the person taking the measurement should be careful to inflate the cuff suitably above anticipated systolic pressure. The person should inflate the cuff to 200 mmHg and then slowly release the air while palpating the radial pulse. After one minute, the cuff should be reinflated to 30 mmHg higher than the pressure at which the radial pulse was no longer palpable. A stethoscope should be placed lightly over the brachial artery. The cuff should be at the level of the heart and the cuff should be deflated at a rate of 2 to 3 mmHg/s. Systolic pressure is the pressure reading at the onset of the sounds described by Korotkoff . Diastolic pressure is then recorded as the pressure at which the sounds disappear (K5) or sometimes the K4 point, where the sound is abruptly muffled. Two measurements should be made at least 5 minutes apart, and, if there is a discrepancy of more than 5 mmHg, a third reading should be done. The readings should then be averaged. An initial measurement should include both arms. In elderly patients who particularly when treated may show orthostatic hypotension, measuring lying sitting and standing BP may be useful. The BP should at some time have been measured in each arm, and the higher pressure arm preferred for subsequent measurements.
BP varies with time of day, as may the effectiveness of treatment, and archetypes used to record the data should include the time taken. Analysis of this is rare at present.
Automated machines are commonly used and reduce the variability in manually collected readings . Routine measurements done in medical offices of patients with known hypertension may incorrectly diagnose 20% of patients with uncontrolled hypertension.
Home blood pressure monitoring can provide a measurement of a person's blood pressure at different times throughout the day and in different environments, such as at home and at work. Home monitoring may assist in the diagnosis of high or low blood pressure. It may also be used to monitor the effects of medication or lifestyle changes taken to lower or regulate blood pressure levels.
Home monitoring of blood pressure can also assist in the diagnosis of white coat hypertension. The American Heart Association states, "You may have what's called 'white coat hypertension'; that means your blood pressure goes up when you're at the doctor's office. Monitoring at home will help you measure your true blood pressure and can provide your doctor with a log of blood pressure measurements over time. This is helpful in diagnosing and preventing potential health problems."
Some home blood pressure monitoring devices also make use of blood pressure charting software. These charting methods provide printouts for the patient's physician and reminders to take a blood pressure reading. However, a simple and cheap way is simply to manually record values with pen and paper, which can then be inspected by a doctor.
Lifestyle modification (nonpharmacologic treatment)
Weight reduction and regular aerobic exercise (e.g., jogging) are recommended as the first steps in treating mild to moderate hypertension. Regular mild exercise improves blood flow and helps to reduce resting heart rate and blood pressure. These steps are highly effective in reducing blood pressure, although drug therapy is still necessary for many patients with moderate or severe hypertension to bring their blood pressure down to a safe level.
Reducing sodium (salt) diet is proven very effective: it decreases blood pressure in about 60% of people . Many people choose to use a salt substitute to reduce their salt intake.
Additional dietary changes beneficial to reducing blood pressure includes the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), which is rich in fruits and vegetables and low fat or fat-free dairy foods. This diet is shown effective based on National Institutes of Health sponsored research. In addition, an increase in daily calcium intake has the benefit of increasing dietary potassium, which theoretically can offset the effect of sodium and act on the kidney to decrease blood pressure. This has also been shown to be highly effective in reducing blood pressure.
Discontinuing tobacco use and alcohol consumption has been shown to lower blood pressure. The exact mechanisms are not fully understood, but blood pressure (especially systolic) always transiently increases following alcohol and/or nicotine consumption. Besides, abstention from cigarette smoking is important for people with hypertension because it reduces the risk of many dangerous outcomes of hypertension, such as stroke and heart attack. Note that coffee drinking (caffeine ingestion) also increases blood pressure transiently, but does not produce chronic hypertension.
Relaxation therapy, such as meditation, that reduces environmental stress, reducing high sound levels and over-illumination can be an additional method of ameliorating hypertension. Jacobson's Progressive Muscle Relaxation and biofeedback are also used particularly device guided paced breathing .
Unless hypertension is severe, lifestyle changes such as those discussed in the preceding section are strongly recommended before initiation of drug therapy. Adoption of the DASH diet is one example of lifestyle change repeatedly shown to effectively lower mildly-elevated blood pressure. If hypertension is high enough to justify immediate use of medications, lifestyle changes are initiated concomitantly.
There are many classes of medications for treating hypertension, together called antihypertensives, which – by varying means – act by lowering blood pressure. Evidence suggests that reduction of the blood pressure by 5-6 mmHg can decrease the risk of stroke by 40%, of coronary heart disease by 15-20%, and reduces the likelihood of dementia, heart failure, and mortality from vascular disease.
The aim of treatment should be blood pressure control to <140/90 mmHg for most patients, and lower in certain contexts such as diabetes or kidney disease (some medical professionals recommend keeping levels below 120/80 mmHg). Each added drug may reduce the systolic blood pressure by 5-10 mmHg, so often multiple drugs are necessary to achieve blood pressure control.
Commonly used drugs include:
ACE inhibitors such as creatine captopril, enalapril, fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril (Zestril), quinapril, ramipril (Altace)
Angiotensin II receptor antagonists: eg, telmisartan (Micardis, Pritor), irbesartan (Avapro), losartan (Cozaar), valsartan (Diovan), candesartan (Amias)
Alpha blockers such as doxazosin, prazosin, or terazosin
Beta blockers such as atenolol, labetalol, metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol-XL), propranolol.
Calcium channel blockers such as nifedipine (Adalat) amlodipine (Norvasc), diltiazem, verapamil
Direct renin inhibitors such as aliskiren (Tekturna)
Diuretics: eg, bendroflumethiazide, chlortalidone, hydrochlorothiazide (also called HCTZ)
Combination products (which usually contain HCTZ and one other drug)


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I was glad everything was working out and I will be starting school again this fall. I just broke up with my ex of almost 4 years. So everything was going great even though my ex just got married and I'm still having to deal with all these emotions. I have been able to keep myself together and get through all this. Well just this past week I met a guy at work. He seems very nice and very cute. I have noticed him staring at me or when I ask him something he tries to impress me. This past weekend we were talking and he mentioned to me how much he works. He told me that they were hiring at his other job if I wanted to I can go there. Well at first I didn't think anything of it but today I have been thinking about him a lot more. The only problem is that he is cross eyed. I have no problem dating someone like that. Just that what if we were to end up becoming serious and we'd end up having a child. No parent would like for their child to go through that.
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πεφόβημαι: 139 n. λιθόλευστον Ἄρη, a violent death by stoning; cp. Ant. 36"φόνον..δημόλευστον". Aesch. Ag. 1616"δημορριφεῖς..λευσίμους ἀράς". When, as here, "Ἄρης" stands for the notion of a 'violent death,' it always, of course, implies an onslaught; as in Soph. O. C. 1679"ὅτῳ μήτ᾽ Ἄρης ι μήτε πόντος ἀντέκυρσεν" (death in battle, or by drowning): Aesch. P. V. 860"θηλυκτόνῳ ι Ἄρει δαμέντων", i.e., by the onslaught of murderous women. (In Pind. P. 11. 36"χρονίῳ σὺν Ἄρει" is best taken, with Gildersleeve, as ='by tardy help of Ares.') The initial A is long here (answering to the penult. of "συγκατακτὰς" in 230), as in 614, Soph. Ant. 139, Soph. El. 96. The accus. is, in the first place, object to πεφόβημαι, but is felt also as a cognate acc. to ξυναλγεῖν (like "ἄλγος ἀλγῶ"), and could be, further, an acc. of the inner object with τυπείς ( Il. 24. 420"ἕλκεα... ὅσσ᾽ ἐτύπη"): it is one of those cumulative constructions which Greek idiom (esp. in poetry) favours. Note that a simple inf. after "φοβοῦμαι" usu. denotes what one is afraid to do ( Aesch. Ch. 46"φοβοῦμαι δ᾽ ἔπος τόδ᾽ ἐκβαλεῖν"), but can also denote what one fears to suffer: Plat. Phaedop. 68 E "φοβούμενοι..ἡδονῶν στερηθῆναι". αἶσ᾽ ἄπλατος, a fate such that no one can approach him, or stand at his side, without being involved in his doom. The Nemean lion is "ἄπλατον θρέμμα", Tr. 1093.
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Wild Lettuce or Opium Lettuce ( Lactuca Virosa )
Lactuca Virosa, wild lettuce, is a biennial herb growing to a maximum height of 6 feet. The erect stem of Lactuca Virosa springs from a brown tap-root and is smooth and pale green, sometimes spotted with purple. The numerous, large, radical leaves are from 6 to 18 inches long.
The Ancients held the Wild Opium Lettuce in high esteem. The Emperor Augustus attributed his recovery from life-threatening illness to Opium Lettuce; built an altar and erected a statue in its honor. The Native Americans used Lactuca Virosa as a mild relaxant and pain reliever. Though not as powerful as Opium, the whole plant is rich in a milky juice which contains opiate-like alkaloids.
Wild lettuce is to be used as tea: pour a cup of boiling water onto 1-2 teaspoons and let steep for 10-15 minutes. Drink three times daily.
Another method is to make an extract. Soak 100 grams of wild lettuce herb for 8 hours in warm but not boiling water. Then sift and press all the liquid out of the wild lettuce. Put the dark liquid in a pan and let it evaporate. Putting the pan in a bigger pan with boiling water will avoid burning the wild lettuce while drying. What is left is a kind of gum that can be used like opium.
Classified as a mild sedative with opium like effects. when using an extract use 1 or 2 pea sized amounts to achieve desired effects.
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The annual School of American Ballet workshop has been a talent-spotting highlight of the New York balletomane's year ever since George Balanchine and Alexandra Danilova instituted the performances in 1965. In the lobby of the Peter Jay Sharp Theater before Saturday afternoon's first performance this year, old hands reminisced about seeing Gelsey Kirkland, Kyra Nichols, Peter Boal and Monique Meunier in their student days.
It's a lot to live up to, but the students seem bright and innocent in the enthusiasm they show onstage. It wasn't true on Saturday or on Tuesday night that — as is sometimes said — the school performs some pieces better than New York City Ballet. But there is undoubtedly something especially touching in the unfettered joy these students show in movement, a joy that professional dancers can exchange for competence as they are sucked into the grinding routine of a company.
The workshop performances also occasionally offer rarities, and this year's program was worthwhile simply to see Balanchine's "Valse Fantaisie" (last part of a City Ballet season in 2004) and "Bourrée Fantasque" (not performed by the company since 1993) alongside Christopher Wheeldon's "Scènes de Ballet."
Glinka's irresistible "Valse Fantaisie" in B minor must have fascinated Balanchine, since he choreographed to it no less than three times. The version performed by the school is his final one, the second section of a longer ballet, "Glinkiana," created in 1967. It's a sextet, a headlong whirl of a dance for a principal couple and four women, who serve as an embryonic corps de ballet and also as an extension and echo of the central ballerina figure.
The qualities of speed and energy that Balanchine made integral to his particular style are foremost in "Valse," and on Saturday Claire Kretzschmar and Peter Walker offered a sprightly, enjoyable account of the central roles. On Tuesday Spartak Hoxha, dancing with a lively Bianca Bulle, showed himself a dancer to watch in his complete articulation of each movement — not just a technical feat, given the speed of the dancing, but also a demonstration of care for each movement. And at both performances, Lily Balogh, Allyssa Bross, Katherine Cowgill and Emily Kikta were the couple's delightful foil.
"Bourrée Fantasque" (1949) is longer and more complex, with three sections set to compositions by Emmanuel Chabrier. The first displays a comic pas de deux for a tall woman and shorter man; the second is a fleeting romantic encounter; the third, a bravura pas de deux that eventually incorporates the entire cast to dazzling massed effect.
Alexander Peters, a compact dancer with spitfire energy, was delightful at both performances as the lovelorn suitor of the glamorous Meaghan Dutton-O'Hara. In the central, romantic section Elizabeth Wallace and Charles McCall showed a beautifully lyrical flow of movement on Saturday, while Jillian Harvey and Chase Swatosh gave more abandoned and emotionally affecting performances on Tuesday. (Mr. Peters, Mr. Hoxha, Ms. Wallace and Ms. Harvey were all recipients of the Mae L. Wien Awards for outstanding promise, presented on Tuesday by the school's chairman of faculty, Peter Martins.)Continue reading the main story
Mr. Wheeldon's "Scènes de Ballet," to the Stravinsky score (played with brio under the baton of Martin West), is a charming showcase for 62 students ranging in age from 9 to 20. The excellence of the overall ensemble was more notable than individual performances, although Mr. Peters, Beatriz Stix-Brunell and Mr. Swatosh all exhibited particular verve. In one section a tiny girl dreams of her older self in a romantic pas de deux. The workshop performances show us the lucky, hard-working few for whom that dream comes — at least momentarily — true.Continue reading the main story


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We all have them… those embarrassing moments that make you (and everyone around) "Face Palm". But you have to admit these moments are funny and good for a laugh…after the fact. Here on Howard House we have a segment called Face Palm Friday where we dish on these moments. We want to get you, the reader, involved, too! You can submit your stories (anonymously, of course) to be feature on Face Palm Friday! You can submit your story by using the form below (or click here if you can't see the form).
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So… it's been awhile since I've done a Face Palm post, but I had to share this with you. I still feel like an idiot, three weeks later, lol.
Recently I had to run into town to do a few errands. I wasn't in a hurry so I was side tracked by all the Yard Sale signs. At one intersection there were several different signs all pointing in the same direction, so I turned into the neighborhood and started looking for them. I saw a huge one, stopped and started to browse. Goldmine! I love stumbling on those really good ones where the people have quality junk! There was a lot of furniture, and tub after tub of really nice clothes and knick- knacks. Most of the stuff was arranged on the driveway, and a little on the grass, along with a lawn chair by a box – their pay table I guessed. No one was there for the moment. So I started a little pile of treasures, including a fantastic jewelry box and some other odds and ends. So that's your mental picture, me with my head down, taking stuff out of tubs and boxes, and often, putting something in my " to buy" pile off to the side in the yard area.
Suddenly, this woman comes rushing out the front door, the air turning blue as she is yelling at me- "What the %^#@ are you doing?" and about 10 variations of the same thing. I'm standing there, mouth agape, my arms full of jackets, and a quilt, and this women is just going off!
Soooooo….it turns out that these people were NOT having a yard sale. Her hub and son were cleaning out their garage, and had gone for lunch, when this woman looks out her window and sees yours truly going through all their stuff! It took a little while for her to calm down, as I explained " I thought I was shopping!" all the while I am putting my "finds" back in tubs, re-folding the clothing…she just watched… and I was 50 shades of red!
I found the nerve to ask " Do you want to sell the jewelry box?" "NO!!!!!"
I walked back to my car, face-palming the whole way!
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***A criminal who broke into a couple's house started to take the TV, but instead he turned it on and began to watch. He supposedly liked the program that was on and laid down on the bed. Since it was at night he was tired and fell asleep. So when the couple came home the next day they found him and called the police.
*** A bus carrying five passengers was hit by a car in St. Louis, but by the time police arrived on the scene, fourteen pedestrians had boarded the bus and had begun to complain of whiplash injuries and back pain.
***Athens, Georgia: Demetrius Robinson, 28, wanted to rob a Golden Pantry store late one night, but he needed to pass the time as naturally as possible until he and the clerk were alone, so he decided to fill out a job application. Not a bad idea, except he left his real name on the application, along with his uncle's phone number. After he robbed the store, it didn't take long for police to track him down. He didn't get the job.
***Marysville, California: Arthur Cheney, 64, was arrested after police spotted him driving a car that resembled one used in a local bank robbery. Something told them that they had their man when they noticed a yellow Post-It note on the car's center console with a handwritten message reading, "Robbery – 100s and 50s only."
***Boyds, Maryland: While awaiting trial for murder and armed robbery, inmate Quinton Thomas sent a friendly letter to a chum suggesting that he kill any witnesses who were planning to testify against him. He figured he could be so bold because he knew that the prison staff didn't screen outgoing mail. However, he must've sent the letter to the wrong address or affixed the wrong postage, because it was sent back "Return to Sender," making it INCOMING mail, which IS screened by the staff. He was convicted on three new counts — one of solicitation to commit murder and two of witness intimidation — in addition to the original charges.
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One of the biggest face palm moments I've had happened almost 11 years ago. I was sitting in my friends room, watching a movie with him and one of his friends. It was a small room that he rented from the family who lived in the house at the time, so there wasn't an abundance of room to sit down and get comfy, so the three of us were on the bed. For some reason, my friend decided it would be funny to start shoving office supplies up the leg of my pants. Minds out of the gutter, he was shoving stuff up through the ankle of my pants!
At first, it was annoying but funny. Eventually, the funny part wore off and it was downright annoying. Even more so when I realized I had so many pens and pencils, a 3-hole punch and other supplies up my pant leg that I couldn't really move for fear of getting stabbed by something. So, I had no choice but to look at my friend's friend for help. I looked at the man who up until that point I had only ever said some choice words asking him to stop shouting to and said, "Would you mind going in my pants and getting that ____ out!"
Perhaps that is the greatest come-on line of all time, because 11 years later, we are married with two great kids!
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In Others' Words: From Here to Eternity
I often talk about my pursuit of the To Do list. I have to admit, crossing things off that thing gives me such a feeling of satisfaction. For that moment in time, I know I've accomplished something: met a deadline or finished laundry or made that all-important phone call.
But the days — the moments — I've stayed true to myself, well, there's nothing like that feeling of emotional breathing space. When I am able to look in the mirror and recognize myself — even if no one else understands why I did what I did or said what I said — I'm satisfied. Content.
There were times I bartered my soul, exchanging the truth for lies while letting the world think someone else was the real me. The older I get, the more I realize "me" is all I've got. Forget the whole "You only live once" mantra. This is my start on eternity. I want to get it right: being the "me" that God created me to be.
In Others' Words: Who or what helps you be most truly "you"? When do you feel that you are being yourself — instead of giving in to the demands of the world?0 I like this!
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October 29, 2012, 5:40 am /
I think what helps me be me are the people around me who really know me…knowing they're there *usually* keeps me from trying to fake it…because I know they'll see through it. And now that I'm typing this, I'm realizing, really, I should feel the same about God. He knows me better than anyone…and sees every little thing. So faking it is extra silly from that vantage point!
October 29, 2012, 6:33 am /
Usually I feel this when I'm writing. But good friends and loved ones are good for this too.
~ Wendy
October 29, 2012, 6:34 am /
God and my mother keep me honest. God's voice is a gently reminder of who He designed me to be. My mom's is a little louder. Great post.
October 29, 2012, 8:40 am /
"This is my start on eternity." Love this. I'm a people-pleaser by nature, chasing after that ever elusive "acceptance." God has been the One who reminds me that it is enough for me to be significant in His eyes. He keeps me centered on the truth, and helps me to live as the "me" He's created me to be.
October 29, 2012, 9:03 am /
I put on music (usually something from a musical) and just let myself dance in the confines of my room. I'm sure I look ridiculous, but it's me.
October 29, 2012, 9:24 am /
My husband and children. My husband – that look in his eyes that says, "Really? I mean, really?" My children – "Oh, Mom. Get real."
Seriously, I agree with Melissa. It's the people around me who know me well enough to see through to the real me and can tell when I'm faking it. My family, my friends.
I love this quote. What a challenge in today's world. Thanks for sharing, Beth.
October 29, 2012, 10:24 am /
The more time I spend in God's Word and in prayer, the more comfortable I am being myself. Interestingly enough, and this is a new one for me in the past couple of years, I feel more truly me when I'm writing a character. Since that character is not truly me but a character, I can let inhibition go and just let her (me) talk. Great quote — I'm pinning it. Thanks!
October 29, 2012, 1:32 pm /
Oh, Beth, I love this. I feel most myself when I sit quietly and just hang out with God. He helps me see myself in a nicer light than I normally do. It's pretty special to be beloved.
October 30, 2012, 2:37 pm /
Gwynly lets me be me. Love him for accepting me as I am but knowing when to give me a gentle push to be even more. 🙂


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Disciple Making by Robert Coleman
Robert Coleman wrote an amazing little book years ago that has made a profound impact upon making disciples in America and the world. His book and teaching will bless you tremendously! it has really blessed mine! Pastor Billy
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Pray for Revival – Part 1
The Asbury Revival of 1970 had a profound impact upon many churches and the life of this nation. Let's pray God will do something like this for all of our churches and our nation.
The Christmas Story
The Angel Gabriel visits Mary
Luke 1:26-38 ESV
"In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, (27) to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin's name was Mary. (28) And he came to her and said, "Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!" (29) But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and tried to discern what sort of greeting this might be.
(30) And the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. (31) And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus. (32) He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, (33) and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end."
(34) And Mary said to the angel, "How will this be, since I am a virgin?" (35) And the angel answered her, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy–the Son of God. (36) And behold, your relative Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son, and this is the sixth month with her who was called barren. (37) For nothing will be impossible with God." (38) And Mary said, "Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word." And the angel departed from her.
The Angel Visits Joseph
Matthew 1:18-25 ESV
"Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit. (19) And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame, resolved to divorce her quietly. (20) But as he considered these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, "Joseph, son of David, do not fear to take Mary as your wife, for that which is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. (21) She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins."
(22) All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet: (23) "Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel" (which means, God with us). (24) When Joseph woke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him: he took his wife, (25) but knew her not until she had given birth to a son. And he called his name Jesus.
The Birth of Jesus, Angels and Shepherds
Luke 2:1-20 ESV
"In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. (2) This was the first registration when Quirinius was governor of Syria. (3) And all went to be registered, each to his own town. (4) And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, (5) to be registered with Mary, his betrothed, who was with child. (6) And while they were there, the time came for her to give birth. (7) And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.
(8) And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. (9) And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. (10) And the angel said to them, "Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. (11) For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. (12) And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger." (13) And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, (14) "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!"
(15) When the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us." (16) And they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying in a manger. (17) And when they saw it, they made known the saying that had been told them concerning this child. (18) And all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them. (19) But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart. (20) And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them."
The Wise Men Visit Baby Jesus
Matthew 2:1-12 ESV
"Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, (2) saying, "Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him." (3) When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him; (4) and assembling all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Christ was to be born.
(5) They told him, "In Bethlehem of Judea, for so it is written by the prophet: (6) "'And you, O Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.'" (7) Then Herod summoned the wise men secretly and ascertained from them what time the star had appeared. (8) And he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, "Go and search diligently for the child, and when you have found him, bring me word, that I too may come and worship him."
(9) After listening to the king, they went on their way. And behold, the star that they had seen when it rose went before them until it came to rest over the place where the child was. (10) When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. (11) And going into the house they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh. (12) And being warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they departed to their own country by another way.
Thank God for Sending Jesus
Thank God for Sending Jesus to be our Savior who took the punishment for our sins so we might have forgiveness, an abundant life here and now, and Heaven when we die.
Receive God's Great Salvation if you have not yet.
Call out to God in Prayer
- Tell God you are a sinner and ask Him for forgiveness of your sins.
- Tell Him you are submitting your life to Jesus as Lord (Boss) and King of your life.
- Tell Him you don't want your rebellious and sinful ways anymore and you want to follow Him.
- Tell Him you are trusting in Jesus' death as the payment for your sins and your only hope of salvation.
- Ask Him to save you and give you eternal life.
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Rutland man pleads guilty to holding wife captive in home
RUTLAND, VT. >> A Vermont man has pleaded guilty to charges he held his wife captive in their bedroom for nearly four years.
The Rutland Herald reports Michael Jokinen admitted Wednesday in court that he knowingly and unlawfully restrained his wife in their home.
The 35-year-old Rutland man had pleaded not guilty in May to kidnapping and second-degree unlawful restraint. As part of a plea deal, the state dropped the kidnapping charge.
Prosecutors said Jokinen held his wife captive in their home in 2010 by padlocking her into a bedroom and boarding the windows shut. The woman told police that Jokinen physically abused her.
Police said the victim escaped on Dec. 28, 2014, by jumping from a second-story window.
Sentencing is scheduled for May 11.
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Dog breeding may seem attractive to some people because they like spending time with dogs, and would like to make it their profession or hobby. Before you decide to become a dog breeder, you should know that it isn't just a simple as mating your dogs and raising puppies to sell. There are a lot of things to consider about becoming a dog breeder, and if you want to do well by yourself and the breeder community at large, you should consider the pros, cons, and demands of breeding.
Investing Time and Money
Are you prepared to take on the cost of becoming a breeder? Breeding dogs doesn't just involve money, it involves time. You need become knowledge about the breed, and read about the characteristics, kennel club standards, and other issues concerning your potential pups. It's best if you have first-hand knowledge and experience with the breed, such as you grew up with the breed or have raised puppies for several years. Just reading a book on the breed and beginning a dog breeding business is not recommended. You don't want to get the reputation of being a poor breeder, especially if you aren't equipped to take on the new responsibilities this profession can take. Breeding means taking on all kinds of fees, including vet bills, food costs, obedience training, stud fees, kennel registration, and more. You may also need to invest in an attorney if you need to form to a LLC or other corporate entity as a recognized breeder in your community. Travel costs are too a concern if you will be going to shows often.
Dog breeding isn't a one-time hobby
Dog breeding can be a hobby, but for many, it's a way of life. They do it because they love spending time with the breed. doesn't mean that you'll be breeding dogs for "fun" but because you want to make sure the community gets great dogs from a reliable breeder. It's isn't a one-time hobby that you do for awhile until you get bored. It's a commitment in more than ways than one. You're committing yourself to your dogs, their future litters, and the community at large.
Space and equipment
Are you ready to take on the daily demands of being a dog breeder? If you live in a city, you may run into certain laws and regulations that will affect you being a breeder, and some cities may even have a rule regarding how many dogs you can have on your property. These type of details must be considered when you're on your way to becoming a dog breeder. You'll need adequate housing for the dogs and space for them to run. It's not recommended you become a breeder if you live in apartment complexes, one because you may not be allowed to do so, and two, it's not fair to the dogs to be in such cramped quarters.
Placing the puppies
Once you have bred your dogs, you'll need to place their puppies with good homes. This takes care and attention to the dog's potential new owners, and you must be prepared to screen them well. Out of commitment to your dogs, your puppies' new home must be safe and appropriate. You don't want your dog going to a home where he'll be abandoned or mistreated, so you'll have to spend time with each potential adopter, even going to their home if needed.
Not every person is well-suited to be a dog breeder, and it's good to know what to expect before you get into the business. If you can't accurately say that you're ready to commit to any of the requirements laid out above, then you shouldn't be a dog breeder. While the experience is rewarding for those who do it, it's also a big comitment. Even if you can't be a dog breeder, you can still spend time online and in person with those who love the breed, and you may enjoy helping out a local breeder, so get in touch with your local kennel club or breed organization.


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**Washington, DC (January 22, 2007)** – With free legal aid from the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation, two Schreiber Foods employees from Green Bay, Wisconsin, persuaded a federal appellate court to order the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to rule in a long-delayed case the workers filed in 1989. Having refrained from formal union membership, the workers are challenging union officials' use of their forced union dues for activities unrelated to collective bargaining, particularly union organizing costs.
Union organizing expenditures often comprise 20 to 40 percent of a union's budget, and nonmembers have bristled at the notion of their compulsory dues being used to force even more workers into unions.
The U.S. District Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit issued the extraordinary order, mandating that the NLRB must rule in the case by January 30, 2007. The case – originally filed by David and Sherry Pirlott 18 years ago against Teamsters Local 75 in Wisconsin – is the oldest of scores of cases in which Foundation-assisted employees are trying to reclaim their forced union dues used for non-bargaining activity.
The NLRB, which has long been plagued by what critics have called political in-fighting and institutional bias favoring compulsory unionism, faced similar appellate court scrutiny in the Pirlott case in 1998. But rather than decide the case that had long been pending on the docket in Washington, DC, the Board sent the case back to an administrative law judge for further fact finding. The case returned to Washington, DC, in 2001 where it has since collected dust awaiting a decision.
The Pirlotts' writ of mandamus petition, filed in June 2006, pointed out the Board's egregious and unjustifiable delay in issuing a decision. The appellate court ruling grants the writ and denies the NLRB's request for yet another extension of time – mandating that the NLRB issue a "judicially reviewable" ruling. Accordingly, the appellate court ruling forecloses the Board from once again shuffling the case around the NRLB bureaucracy in another attempt to shirk its duties.
"Justice delayed is justice denied," said Stefan Gleason, vice president of the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation. "When asked to defend the rights of employees who labor under forced unionism, this agency has been AWOL all too often. And the status quo usually benefits union officials, not workers."
Under the Supreme Court's rulings in *Communications Workers v. Beck* and *Ellis v. Railway Clerks*, cases brought by employees represented by Foundation attorneys, workers may not be lawfully forced to pay for any union activities unrelated to collective bargaining, contract negotiation, or grievance adjustment such as union organizing, politics, extra-unit litigation, and member-only programs.
The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation is a nonprofit, charitable organization providing free legal aid to employees whose human or civil rights have been violated by compulsory unionism abuses. The Foundation, which can be contacted toll-free at 1-800-336-3600, assists thousands of employees in more than 250 cases nationwide per year.


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Microsoft, Dell Face Video Recording Patent Suit
The Los Altos, Calif.-based company lodged its complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas on Tuesday, the same day MedioStream's U.S. Patent Number 7,843,508, which covers a "Method and system for direct recording of video information onto a disk medium," was issued.
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Skype for Business Online DataParser
17a-4's Skype for Business Online DataParser is a lightweight middleware solution for compliance. Microsoft Skype for Business Online data is automatically retrieved for retention in an archive. The DataParser manages ingestion into Office 365, Exchange or an email archive to create a single repository for compliance management, discovery and supervisory procedures.
Whereas Microsoft provides a Skype for Business Archive Server for in-house Skype for Business deployments, the Skype for Business Online methodology requires users accounts that need to be captured to have an in place hold and retention policy associated with their Office 365 mailboxes.
Skype for Business Online Features
Downloads Skype for Business Online messaging from Office 365
Only pulls items created since last run
Fully integrated with Active Directory
Collect one-to-one IMs, multi-party chats and Meetings
Collects Whiteboards, Polls and Q&A data from Meetings
Features for all platforms
Formats source data into EML files
Support for service indicators and x-headers to facilitate e-discovery
Ability to maintain a copy of the source files
Timer structure for interval or specified run times
Support for UNC addresses
Ability to run multiple output configurations to integrate with existing infrastructures
Ability to output to Exchange or Office 365 mailbox via EWS
Ability to output to a file path for ingestion by an archive or routing by SMTP server (IIS)
Support for staged output to subdirectories or directly to a pickup location
Support for output to Office 365 third-party data mailbox
Summary reports and notification emails denote processing information
Throttling of data output to work within destination archiving platform thresholds


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Get info about Ursinus College football ranking, and registering for elective seminars and discussion sections. Not all recruiting is done like NCAA Division I teams. College coaches want to see you play. A lot of the time college coaches may have only one chance to see potential recruits play, so be ready to shine if you are visiting the campus in person. Finally, check with your major department for assistance with prerequisites, tuition payment deadlines, and Ursinus College Football information. Please use the form above to request admissions info for Ursinus College.
You don't have to quarterback the university football team to a state championship to earn an athletic scholarship. Most major sports that field a team in intercollegiate competition have sports scholarships available. From women's gymnastics to men's track and field, coaches are seeking players to build a team around. Further, that leadership role often is accompanied by a full-scholarship.
The best time to begin searching for scholarships is before your senior year, in order to meet deadlines. Schools confirm that it is important to file financial aid forms such as the CSS Profile early in the school year. There are many sports scholarships that focus on less tangible qualities, such as the ability to lead a team, motivate others, and learn new skills rapidly. Take stock of your athletic abilities as you mature through high school. McNeese State University basketball game on TV may indicate that it's an option to delay college entrance by a year. An extra year in high school or prep school can allow players to mature mentally, bring grades and SAT test scores up, put on weight and gain strength. Beyond consideration for Ursinus College football ranking, you may think about Moberly Area Community College online technical training for complementary electives to your primary course of study.
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Estate Planning is the process of planning for the future of your loved ones. A basic estate planning package includes a Last Will and Testament, a Durable Power of Attorney for financial matters, a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, and a Living Will. It is important to have an estate planning lawyer prepare these documents for you. The goal is to have a personalized plan that will work for your family and will give you peace of mind.
Before you meet with your estate planning lawyer, you will need to compile a list of your assets and liabilities. This includes bank accounts, investments, your home, retirement accounts, and life insurance. Your estate planning lawyer will need to know the names of your closest family members and whether there is a need to protect beneficiaries from the effects of disabilities or unhealthy dependencies.
Your estate planning attorney will help you determine how you want your property distributed to your family.
A young couple with young children may need estate planning not only to provide for the disposition of their property but more importantly, to name a guardian to care for their young children if something happens to both parents. Parents can create a trust under the Will to hold assets for a child and see that those assets are spent for the child's care until he or she reaches adulthood. Putting a trust in place for this purpose makes it unnecessary for a Court to supervise the handling of the child's assets.
An older couple or individual may need to plan for possible disability. This can be done by means of powers of attorney for health care and financial matters, or a conservatorship, and a Last Will and Testament that may include a testamentary trust.


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SRI LANKA: MAS selects DeSL's PLM solution
2 February 2010 | News | Source: just-style.com
MAS Holdings, one of Sri Lanka's largest fashion manufacturing companies, has selected DeSL's PLM solution to manage its entire product development process.
Maintaining strategic partnerships with companies such as Victoria's Secret, Nike, Speedo, Marks & Spencer, Limited Brands and Triumph, MAS Holdings is the largest supplier of intimate apparel in South Asia and the fastest growing supplier of competition sportswear.
The initial phase of the project will be in the active wear division, where MAS Active managing director Shirendra Lawrence says: "We have identified many business objectives and will deliver these during the project."
Colin Marks, Director of DeSL, adds: "We have agreed an aggressive project plan with MAS which will be delivered".


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Tree Top Dinning is located in the isle of Koh Kood, Thailand, between the massang treetops 16 meters height. Eating there is a truly experience. When people arrive there, they have to climb to a nest which have a maximum capacity of four people, and will raise through a pulley system. Once in the air, a waiter hooked a harness will be responsible for the meals and drinks take jumping from tree to tree. Its Thai cuisine prepared by Michelin-starred chefs, is characterized by using ingredients grown in the garden of the hotel, so can be expected the highest quality. It also has a menu of over 400 wines, mostly organic.
Source and images: © 2013 Modern Traveler – Hip Hotels and Cool Trips y © 2011 – 2013 Grand Luxury SARL.


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If you've been rocking with me since inception, you'll remember one of my first posts ever – my signature twist out. Though times, products, hair color and hair lengths have changed, this curly twist out on natural hair still remains the same (plus the video needed an updated version – trust me, it's rough)! Here's how I complete it these days:
Products/Items Used:
Giovanni Direct Leave-In
BeeMine Deja's Hair Milk
Perm Rods
Tangle Teezer
Once hair was washed, deep conditioned, and t-shirt dried I applied a Giovanni Direct Leave-In and my hair was ready for styling (you can learn more about my regimen here).
I started at the nape of my neck, created a horizontal part that would allow for me to install medium sized twists. On each section, I applied a little BeeMine Deja's Hair Milk, detangled with the Tangle Teezer, and twisted it. When I finished the twist, I installed a perm rod.
In this instance, perm rod size matters. I used smaller rods in the back for a tighter curl to give the illusion of shorter hair in the back. I used larger perm rods near the front and crown of my hair for a fuller curl and a more voluminous look. You can read this post to learn more about perm rods.
Once my hair was completely dry (or simply the next day), I took down rods, took apart of the twists, separated each section and used a pick and my fingers to fluff my roots. In this instance, I opted to not use heat to stretch out my roots but this is a route that I often take when my hair is freshly washed just for extra length in the crown.
Here is a picture of the style using only two rod sizes:
To Preserve the Style
I started with freshly washed hair for this style, but you can also complete this style on dry hair – it's really your preference.
For preservation, I do one of two things: nothing at all or twist. This is with no twisting:
There is a lack of true definition, but the style is still awesome! You can learn more about my methods on how to preserve a twist out here. Need more inspiration? This is how I preserved my signature twist out for five days with no twisting!
When I do twist this style for refreshing, I detangle each section, apply a little product or spritz with water ONLY if necessary, twist and rod. The results are more voluminous the next day than the day before as seen in these images here:
I wore this style the whole time I was in Tokyo, Japan as it is a VERY EASY travel style! It can even be done on shorter hair (check out how to execute on short natural hair here).
What is your signature style?


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Here's an exclusive image of Kate & Will sure to "go down" in history as The Naughtiest Picture of The Royal Wedding. And probably the funniest.
Amazing angle. Great clarity. Very expressive. My talented photographer friends will agree there's definitely a juicy story in there somewhere. LOL.
True Story: Prince William of Wales seen here decked out in full royal regalia,
and Princess Catherine adorned in bridal splendour & designer glory,
make an appearance for the first time after being locked in wedlock,
much to the cheer of the world, as their flower girl looks on - horrified !!!
Let's not "blow" this out of proportion but, there seems to be something rather loud and momentous going on on that balcony - which calls for a right royal reaction. Quite fittingly, it was straight after this historic act on Friday April 29, 2011 they were titled Duke & Duchess of Cambridge!


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Good campsite selection is an important backpacking skill. Here are some tips to pick a safe and comfortable campsite that will enhance your enjoyment of the backcountry. 1. Plan campsites in advance If backcountry regulations require that you camp at designated campsites, reserve one in advance or make sure ones …Read More »
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Ccochahuasi Animal Sanctuary
What a fabulous day out. I have been dying to visit the sanctuary for over a year now and today was it – and I was not disappointed. The Animal Sanctuary on the way from Cusco to Pisac is free … Continue reading
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Animals of Cusco
This is one of the precious moments in life when you can be a witness to something like this. The bonding between species that makes you smile in wonderment. CLICK HERE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_CsaNOTnms
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As some of you may know I have been, what certain people call, a research gypsy for a number of years now. My latest research project in Peru is coming to a close for the time being and … Continue reading
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The Weird and Wonderful Zone X, Cusco, Peru
Named by Jesus Gamarra 46 years ago!!, the fabulous Zone X just above Cusco in Peru is one of the most wonderful sites I have ever visited. Zone X is as old as dirt. The tunnel system underneath Zone X … Continue reading
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Cusco and the Sacred Valley in Peru
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Craig Barrett
Soul Urge (Heart Desire) Number 7
Craig Barrett is a male celebrity.
He was born on Tuesday August 29th 1939, in Unknown.
Craig Barrett loves knowledge, study, and insight. He values the gifts of his mind, which he uses to great advantage to penetrate the mysteries of life. Craig studies things in-depth. He searches beneath the surface of things, and abhors shallow judgments or opinions.
Barrett has a natural gift for analysis and research. Once Craig Barrett has grasped the facts of a subject, his creativity and abstract approach lifts his thinking beyond the rudimentary to the philosophical. Craig has a theoretical mind, but rather than indulge in fantasies or idle thought, he prefers to base his theories upon scientific facts.
He enjoys mental and physical puzzles - figuring them out, taking them apart, and putting them back together.
Some people may perceive Craig as cool or aloof. He is somewhat introverted; Barrett may feel slightly removed and even a little different. The fantasy of the hermit or monk engaged in a life of study and meditation appeals to him.
In relationships, Craig Barrett tends to keep things business-like and impersonal. He prefers to talk about the facts of a given situation, rather than the cloudier issues of emotions and personal feelings. Craig distrusts feelings - both his own and those of others. The whole emotional realm strikes him as unreliable, and a bit unnecessary.
Craig Barrett's inability to fully understand the emotional aspect of life is his Achilles heel. Craig is so rational that the unpredictability of the heart frightens and surprises him.
His challenge is to trust. Craig Barrett needs to share his heart with someone. This is a courageous step for him, but one that results in enormous growth and satisfaction.
The advice here to Barrett is to make a true connection with another human being. Without it, Craig may marry out of convenience or to fulfill social expectations, but it will not lead him out of loneliness. The more removed he is from people, the more Craig Barrett risks isolation, bitterness, and a cynical attitude toward life.
This choice represents a true crossroads in Craig's development. By sharing himself with others (without compromising his independence and need for privacy) Craig can cultivate his enormous charm and share his understanding of life. Craig Barrett is a natural teacher and advisor. And the wealth of knowledge he will accumulate in life is meant to be shared with others.
This is not to say that Barrett must compromise on his need for privacy or time spent alone to contemplate life. These are natural aspects of Barrett's personality, which are essential to his growth. These characteristics should not be threatening to Craig's spouse, but must be understood as fundamental to his being.
Craig Barrett is blessed with a great reserve of intuition, which can be cultivated by regular meditation and contemplation. His "inner voice" is his greatest guide and friend.
Craig is idealistic and has high expectations for himself. Barrett must learn to balance his serious nature with regular doses of fun.
His intelligence and cultivation make Craig Barrett charming and distinguished in appearance. As he gets older and more comfortable with his identity, people are naturally attracted to him. They see Craig's wisdom, his deep understanding of life, and the refinement Barrett radiates.
You and Craig
About Craig's Soul Urge (Heart's Desire) number
Craig Barrett's Soul Urge number represents his inner self. The Soul Urge number, also called Heart's Desire, shows Craig's underlying urge - his true motivation.
It reveals the general intention behind many of Barrett's actions. Consequently, it dramatically influences the choices Craig Barrett makes in life.
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You can make this into a vegetarian dish by excluding the pancetta
- Yield
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- Roasted Squash
- Three sprigs of Rosemary
- Two cups of Pancetta
- Two red onions
- Two cups of chopped Basil
- one container of Mascapone Cheese
- Two cups of Parmesean Cheese
- One cup of Pine Nuts
- Two glasses of White Wine
- Pepper
- Pasta
- Peel the squash and cube. Roast in a hot oven with the rosemary. Heat pan and cook the chopped pancetta. Add the onions and cook for 10 minutes. Add the mascapone cheese and stir with the onions and pancetta. Add two glasses of wine and the basil. Roast the pine nuts on a hot pan and add to the sauce. Add the parmesean chesse. Season with pepper. Now cook pasta of your choice. When cooked drain and add the roasted squash to the pasta and add in the sauce. Serve immediately


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This may be one of those "where have you beeen??" moments, but now I have found it, I have to share.
"Every girl deserves to feel beautiful just the way she is."
This is particularly poignant for me as the mother of a 13 year old girl.
This film clip – Dove Evolution – shows a model's transformation from pretty girl to billboard icon… and the transformation is scary! This is what our daughters are subject to, every single day, without being aware of it.
How can they possibly live up to that 'enhanced' ideal?? How can ANY woman?
Kudos to Dove for taking a stand! I believe every woman, and the men who love them, need to see the huge amount of 'manipulation' that goes on behind the scenes – so that they can see what is REAL, what is authentic – blemishes, frizz, cellulite and all… we cannot live up to the expectations created by the camera, and neither should we want to, or be expected to!
[Thanks to both Lipsticking and Funny Business for the pointer.]