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Wed. August 10th – 6:30 pm to 10 pm – $65.00 : Julia Childs French Dishes for an American Kitchen
Like so many of you, Lucia loved the movie "Julie & Julia" and was inspired to offer an evening of some of Julia Child's classic recipes. Step by step, follow the master's advice, learning new techniques to help you enjoy your time creating in the kitchen. Come prepared for a delightful evening. The menu: Coquilles St. Jacques a la Provencale (scallops with wine, garlic and herbs), Canapés aux Epinards (spinach and cheese canapés), Carottes a la Forestiere (braised carrots with artichoke hearts and mushrooms), Riz au Beurre (buttered rice), and Le Marquis Chocolat (chocolate sponge cake).


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Photographs of Insulators In use
As time goes by there are fewer and fewer early insulators still in use. Many collectors got the "collecting bug" from finding insulators along railroad tracks and still getting to see miles of open wire and glass. This pictorial album is intended to preserve as much of these memories and to give a good understanding of how insulators were used.
Brent Burger has Kindly provided a great selection of "In-use" photos that he has taken over time along with information on what is shown. These photos make up the "Modern era" (over the last 30 years) photo section. I'm also looking for early photos taken in the past showing early lines that no longer exist.
Link to modern era in-use insulator photographs
Future link to past-era photographs
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Team ChakPak | Aug 17, 2012
It was widely reported in the media that Lohitadas's family is in deep financial crisis and their properties are facing loss following impending bank loans. Vijay Sankar and Hari Krishna, sons of the late acclaimed director, and their mother Sindhu sought financial help from the chief minister Oommen Chandy, for their two properties.
They requested the CM to help them postpone the attachment of their property in Aluva, which bears a loan of 50 lakhs, and another at Lakkidi in Palakkad, which bears a loan of 15 lakhs. The CM has assured maximum help and support.
The financial status of the director and his family met with crisis following the failure of Tamil version of his Malayalam hit Kasthooriman, produced and directed by Lohitadas.


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NEW YORK --A man was shot in the hand during a dispute on an MTA bus in Brooklyn Friday morning.
Police say a 31-year-old man was hit while on the B12 bus at East New York Avenue and Thomas S Boyland Street in the Bronwnsville section just before 10 a.m.
Witnesses said the victim was arguing with another man and then shoved him. The other man responded by opening fire.
The victim was shot in the left hand. He was taken Brookdale University Hospital with a non-life threatening injury.
The other man, a 47-year-old, was taken into custody. He was being questioned, but no charges were immediately filed.
The gun was recovered on the bus.
No other passengers were hurt.
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The hit online TV series that everyone is talking about. Finding Me continues the dramatic journey of lovable but often confused Faybien Allen as he continues to navigate complex relationships with lovers and friends. Along the way, best friends Greg and Tammy encounter situations that brings on the need for self-reflection. This urban based series delves into the grittier path of self discovery through the eyes of newcomer Omar (the directionless 'thug'). Finding Me is a fun and realistic depiction of the growing pains we experience in life.
Two weeks after the events of Finding Me: TRUTH, Greg begins to reflect on his actions. In the midst of his introspection he discovers his true feelings for the man he hurt.
Faybien finds himself with someone new. Even though this new man seems to be Mr. Right, Faybien guards his heart, because he questions his feelings for Morris.
Omar comes back to town, but there are many unanswered questioned surrounding his return. When he runs into a cute guy at the park he goes back into old habits.
Three's company, but four is a crowd. Tammy has one too many unexpected visitors, and something she says leads to a huge misunderstanding.
After Tammy gets rid of the unwanted guest, she is haunted by the decisions of her past.
In trying to cope with the betrayal from someone he loved, Reggie's old wounds resurface.
Finally feeling focused, Faybien is eager to get a jump start on his career. Lining up an interview to a promising job in the music industry, he wasn't expecting the obstacle that is in his way.
Faybien, Tammy and Greg get together to play catch up. They exchange stories and Faybien finally confronts Omar about the missing Jay.
Omar's home life with his baby's momma sends him seeking refuge in the arms of his hook up.
Season 1 reaches it's climactic end in this explosive feature length story. Faybien, Greg, Tammy and Omar discovers the journey to self discover can come at a cost.
Faybien's professional and personal life is about to take a dramatic turn. Greg makes an offer to Tammy that she can't refuse. Omar is finally opening up to his relationship.


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Why are mutants hated but not superheroes?
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Re: Why are mutants hated but not superheroes?
Mutants are feared more than superheroes for the same reason gay men are more feared than lesbians.
Because bigotry doesn't make sense.
The average person doesn't worry about what will happen to them if they are bitten by a radioactive spider....but they do worry about what will happen if their child is born different from everyone else.
These are great points made earlier in the thread. I would also like to add some other thoughts. First of all the amount of mutants compared to the superheros, also add to that, there is only one Spider-Man, only one Iron Man and so on, the reasons to their powers are quite unique in the Marvel Universe. While new mutants are probably born everyday, which adds to the fear that they could be anyone on the street cause most of them look normal. And for those who doesn't look normal, there is of course the freak thing that people fear and get put off/intimidated by.
And it's not like the mutant hate boils down to everyone hating every single mutant. It's probably more the concept of it all, and wanting it under control. Why some people can accept let's say Beast as an Avenger or as a politician and still be wary of the growing mutant influence in the world. It's not just black and white really.
And it's not like other different and powered beings in Marvel Universe haven't met their fair share of bigotry, misunderstanding and fear. And during the Days of Future Past story-line, in the future the Sentinels started to kill not only mutants but other superheroes too, because they saw them as similar threaths.
So often mutants gets to be the group that is easy to blame things on in debates and such. It's also the PR thing as others mentioned, to that also adds that Charles chooses to take in those that might need guidance or feel lost, they choose to be the outcast superhero-team. That way they can represent something else than let's say the more up-front and government controlled The Avengers.
In other words, the X-Men and mutants were created to be a metaphor for outcasts/being different and to highlight the bigotry and hate in our world.
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The bridesmaid appt. was scheduled several months in advance and we were all very much looking forward to this day. We arrived early and no one greeted us staff didn't help directing us what to do, where to go, etc. Finally after 1/2 hr w/no one assigned to us I had to ask the... Read More owner for help. she directed us to the dresses and then sent over an someone to help but she was terrible. Nice lady but not able to do her job at all. SHe needs to retire and I'm sorry to say that but its true. She wasn't one to help pick out dresses (we had to find our own) or give any constructive direction. Everything the ladies put on was "OH that s great, you look great, can I write that sale up for you" when the dresses looked terrible and was clearly apparent on their faces. Not much plus size selection either which is why we went there. Also, they gave us dressing room section that was one room short, so the girls had to wait to dry things on even with an advanced appt. The place was about 90 degrees too and had no water to offer us. THis was the most frustrating experience. The wedding dress and prom dress area seemed to operate better. The sad part is the new owner seemed very aloof not concerned about the customer service -how could she allow this to happen . So sad. We went to another store and it was amazing - just what you expect - a salesperson pulling dresses for your body type, asking what you like, really constructive feedback and professional attitude. Offering up swatches, etc. Night and day for sure.
I did not end up purchasing my dress at PDE, but I wanted to rave about how amazing Theresa was at helping both me and my bridesmaids out. Go to PDE; you will not be disappointed!!!!
The consultant was not at all prepared for my appointment. I had indicated I wanted a short dress and none were available. None of the dresses pulled were even close to the picture I showed her. The first dress on smelled like body odor, one had makeup stains on the inside. She... Read More left me with no clothing on huddled in the corner as to not be seen by the gap in the curtain. The last straw was when I couldn't even get the dress on.
This was the second bridal salon I visited. I wasn't planning to buy my dress but because my first salon experience was so bad , I wanted to try a few more places. I found the shop online and saw that they were having a red tag sale, so I grabbed by bridesmaids to check it out.... Read More I was thinking I would just get a chance to try on a few dress styles to get a better idea of what I liked. Instead, I ended up trying on about fifteen dresses that the helpful staff and my bridesmaids pulled off the showroom floor. This place is like a department store in size but the ladies know what they are doing. They were very helpful and knowledgeable. I not only ended up buying my dress that day but was so impressed that I brought my future mother-in-law here to get her dress for the wedding. If you are looking for good values and excellent service, I can't recommend it enough. It is also conveniently located right off the highway so it is easy to get to.
I bought my wedding dress today at Party Dress Express, it was a wonderful experience. The staff is friendly and so helpful. My consultant, Theresa, was fabulous! I'm so happy and excited about my dress! It's my dream realized! I was even able to line up the dress for my... Read More girls. I'd seen it online & my cousin was able to try it on, while we were there. It's a really pretty & flattering dress. Can't wait to see them in their dresses! The select is great. I couldn't be happier!
I am thrilled with the bridal gown that I bought through Party Dress Express. They have a huge showroom with so many dresses to fit a wide range of budgets. The experience was easy, and stress free, and our consultant was supportive and fun to work with. She chose the dress that... Read More I ended up purchasing, and I never imagined a dress on myself like the one I ended up with! She knew exactly what would look the best on me, and helped me with the ins and outs of bridal dress shopping! We had a wonderful experience, and went back for our rehearsal dinner dresses as well. They are highly recommended to anyone in the area looking for a beautiful dress, for any budget!
My bridal consultant Gabby helped me find the perfect most flattering dress for my body and it worked out great! They also called me while a big sale was going on that my chosen dress was included in which helped some save a lot of money on it! I couldn't be happier with the... Read More service they provided!
I had a wonderful experience searching for the perfect dress! I only tried on 4 dresses and said yes to the 2nd one. The only hiccup I had is that I had a belt chosen however when I went to pick up the dress for whatever the reason the belt was not ordered as well. It was... Read More resolved with no difficulty afterwards. The women that assisted me and my bridesmaids with their fitting were professional and made sure we were satisfied. Would highly recommend!
Great selection of wedding dresses. But the best part was all alterations with their department are included in the price of the gown. This was a great experience with alterations as I was able to have 5 separate appointments and they were more than able to make all the changes... Read More I requested. If you are on a budget, I would highly recommend Party Dress Express due to the all inclusive pricing.
I was in and out with my wedding dress purchased in less than a half hour! I described the style that I was looking for and they were so helpful! I didn't feel overwhelmed at all! Thank you!
I decided to try Party dress Express because I wanted to go to a dress shop and be able to look around myself and not have to set up an appointment. My mother is a nurse and has a hectic schedule so I did not want to have to plan to go to a dress shop months in advance. I also... Read More called a lot of shops looking for dresses that were not strapless and was not having much luck. I read some reviews on this place and decided to make the hour trek out here with my mom. I am so glad that I did! When we arrived we were able to pull dresses off the racks to try on. Our consultant also picked out a few based on styles I was interested in. Aside from not being a strapless gown I wasn't sure what I wanted. I tried on 10+ gowns and was able to take my time doing so. I found a beautiful allure lace dress that I fell in love with. The cost of the dress was very reasonable and it included alterations. I later found a lace trim veil and belt to compliment the dress. Once the dress came in I had a few appointments with the alterations department. They were very nice and accommodating. I wasn't sure what kind of bra I could wear with the dress as it had a key hole back, and they were able to sew in cups. I am also very petite and they were able to fix the straps and back very nicely. My experience dealing with everyone at this location over the past nine months has been amazing. I highly recommend this place to all brides to be.
Made an appointment for 4pm. I drove a long way to get there. When I arrive the employee kept saying theres not much time- I started to look through gowns but then she proceeds to just drag me around the store..not even looking at dresses but going all over to different racks... Read More (total waste of time) finally I just say I am going to look at the gowns and pull out a couple I like . While I was trying on the gowns she made me feel terrible (much unlike other places i've been), acting like the gowns wont zip (when they for sure would), and telling me how my bra isn't the right size etc (I've lost a good amount of weight since I first bought the thing and I wasn't asking for opinion on that). She then rushed me out so they could leave shop right at 5pm. I guess if you're only looking for a cheap gown try here- there are rips , broken zippers, makeup on the gowns, missing belts, etc. and honestly, if 4pm (1 hr appointments) are not enough time that they dont even let you really look at the gowns, then they shouldn't offer that option!
I had the best experience here. Katrina, my consultant, was amazing! I just had a baby 4 months before and was very apprehensive. Katrina was so helpful. She listened to what I wanted and pulled the most beautiful dresses. She helped us find the dress of my dreams and it was... Read More super reasonable. I highly recommend party dress express!!!
More for prom dresses or budget wedding dresses
I am so happy this store was recommended to me by a friend! I ordered my dress here and am happily awaiting its arrival. This store is so flexible when it comes to trying on dresses (I had several appointments before I found the dress) and the salespeople, especially Denise,... Read More are the perfect balance- they are not pushy with you (which I experienced at other stores) but they do bring in their own suggestions of dresses you may like. The price I paid for my gown includes the alterations so I won't be expecting any big added costs (the only thing they did say was there is a $20 charge to have bra cups sewn in). Overall, so happy with my experience so far and I can't wait to go in for my first fitting.
Amazing dressReviewed on 5/05/2015 Shiobhan R
I got my dress here and it was awesome. Getting past the fact that there's prom gowns everywhere- yoh walk into the bridal section and there are So. Many. Gowns. The girls that work there are all super friendly and informative. I worked with Kelly and she was my person... Read More throughout the whole process - including getting all my bridesmaids figured out. They have a designer clearance section- where if they have stopped making the dress the dress goes in that corner- it's 50% off! If you go online they also had a 20% off bridal month. I got a Maggie Sorento dress that was originally $2,400 for $500. To top it off- they had me inspect the whole dress to make sure it was in great condition before I put the deposit down. If you buy a dress in that section - for $200 you can buy an alterations package. So with that I got a bussle added, the dress was brought up to my height, and they took a flower off and added beading and it was all included in that original $250! Because I bought the dress there- they give you "bridal dollars" which can go towards other accessories. My bridesmaids also bought their dresses from there and I got more "bridal dollars". I ended up putting that towards a $150 veil and ended up paying $60 for it. This place has everything for any kind of wedding and I'm so happy I got past the name of it and just went in. So. Awesome.
Amazing Service, Prices, and Selection!Reviewed on 12/04/2014 Jaimie P
I cannot say enough good things about Party Dress Express! I went here after several friends recommended it. Boy am I glad I did. I had been to two other dress shops and was extremely disappointed both with the selection and the service. At dress express, they seemed to have an... Read More endless sea of dresses! I had plenty of options within my price range. The service was really the selling point. I went about four times before picking "the dress." Each time I went in, I was greeted with a smile, they always remembered me and my mother, and they were genuinely happy to help me find my dress. They made great recommendations that I would not have thought of, and gave honest feedback when asked for their opinions. This is going to sounds cheesy, but they really make you feel like a family member that they are helping to find a dress for. Then came the fittings, and even more pleasant reports. The seamstress was an EXPERT, and so nice and fun. She even shed a tear at the final fitting and gushed about how I would make a beautiful bride. Start to finish, a five star experience!
Could not have been happierReviewed on 11/16/2014 Jessica M
All the ladies went above and beyond helping me with anything and everything. Taizha was truly helpful from the dress to all the accessories. She was even available by e-mail when I needed. They had an amazing collection and had the best pricing around. The dress I went with was... Read More actually $700 cheaper and included bridal alterations than another local store. Will recommend it to anyone. I went to at least 10 different bridal stores and they win for everything but what really sold me was the customer service. Thank you again Taizha, Jacqui, and Kelly.
Party Dress Express Yes!Reviewed on 11/01/2014 Bekah G
The name is not remotely indicative of this salon's level of class! Not only did they have an enormous selection to choose from, thy were hugely helpful, very patient, and had the cleanest and classiest dressing rooms (more like dressing suites) to change in. They have beautiful... Read More chandeliers, full length mirrors, and private viewing areas with seating for your friends and family. This place was truly the classiest of all the Boston salons I tried. I cannot say enough about their patience and politeness. They did t carry the dress I ultimately bought but they ordered it for me ($500 cheaper than the salon I found it in) and they do free alterations and even shipped it out of state once they altered it. On my fitting day they treated me like absolute royalty - offering us drinks and all helping out with the fitting. I don't have a single bad thing to say. I had been to every salon, big and small, in and around Boston and this one blew me away! They kept in constant contact with me about my dress and we're always prompt in responding when I emailed about any questions. Taizha went above and beyond. She and her team were on top of every detail!! They also gave my sister in law a great discount On her dress and shipped it directly to her house so she could have it altered by her seamstress.
Highly recommendedReviewed on 10/30/2014 Stephanie R
So many dress options! Also, all the employees are helpful and so polite.
Loved them!Reviewed on 10/30/2014 Alison B
I ended up going to Party Dress Express on a whim because they were having a trunk show for a designer I was interested in. I ended up finding the perfect dress that day, and my experience was truly wonderful. I felt the girls there really knew what they we're doing and I was... Read More treated so well. I was so happy with my dress shopping experience that I brought all my girls back there to get their bridesmaids dresses. I must have gone to that store upwards of 15 times and not once did I have a bad experience! Everyone there is so kind and willing to make the process of buying a wedding dress the best it can be. I would not recommend anywhere else!!
Love Party Dress Express!!Reviewed on 10/15/2014 Lauren M
I went to Party Dress Express after hearing a commercial, and decided I would just check it out. I ended up finding my wedding gown and my bridesmaids gowns! The bridal team is super friendly and helpful. They made sure that I was happy with everything I picked out. The... Read More prices were reasonable, and with alterations included on bridal gowns, they really can't be beat! I would definitely recommend Party Dress Express to future brides for a happy, stress free dress shopping experience! :)
Great selection, perfect dressReviewed on 10/12/2014 Jenn W
A friend of mine suggested I go to Party Dress Express for my wedding dress since she had been there in the past for pageant dresses and had great luck. I had looked at a few smaller boutique shops with no luck, and PDE had a huge selection. I liked that we didn't need to make... Read More an appointment and we were able to get a dressing room right away. The consultant I worked with was so nice and attentive. I found my dream dress (Maggie Sottero - Bronwyn) and was excited to find out that the cost of alterations is included in the dress price. My dress needed minor alterations and I was so happy with how it came out. I brought my mom here to find her MOB dress and had a slightly different experience. The attendant we had was less helpful but we did find her a beautiful dress. When it came in it had an extra visible seam on the ruching that just didn't look right. When we pointed it out during her alterations they said it was just how the dress was made and there was nothing they could do to hide it. She ended up sewing over it when made it look worse! My mom decided to bring it to a different seamstress who was able to fix it properly and the dress turned out beautiful. I would recommended Party Dress Express if you are OK with the casual atmosphere. For alterations, I would think about taking it elsewhere if you need major alterations. At the end of the day I had a perfect dress and a perfect wedding day.
few hiccups but they resolved them for me!Reviewed on 7/04/2014 Ashley K
Before going to PDE I went to david's bridal where my family and I couldn't touch the dresses and they didn't have the style ( lace sweatheart neckline) i was looking for. So when we went to PDE we were all so excited to attack the racks and find dresses that might look good on... Read More my body. I tried everything even if it wasn't the style I knew I wanted. I didn't have to make an appointment and I still had my own consultant to help me with anything I needed. They had so many dresses to choose from and they were all very pretty! It isn't as upscale as maybe alexander's boutique but they still have a ton to choose from. It is like an old factory or warehouse setup to it. There were 2 issues with my experience the first and scariest for a bride was when I ordered my dress because of the style they told me they needed my exact measurements in order to order it hallow to hem which means exact length so the lace detailing wouldn't be messed up during alterations. Well when the dress came in the dress was the measurements I was but because a brand new dress fits differently then a dress tried on by many the dress was up to my ankles. Very scary! The good thing was I was way ahead of schedule on my timeline so they ordered a new dress the length it comes and their seamstress did the alterations along with taking it in some below my hips to give it more of a curve appeal. She did great! And second a BM dress came in with a stain on it but she got that out too! And the third thing was my original tiffany blue color got discontinued after I ordered the BM dresses so i went to turquoise Once my issue with my dress they were always there to help and even gave me the managers email to contact if I needed anything. The only downfall would be that they are bad at answering the phones but fairly good at calling you back if you leave a message. And they don't pick up on the weekends even tho they are open.
Won't Shop Here For My Wedding!Reviewed on 6/30/2014 Ruth A
If I could give this store zero stars, I would. The entire experience here was terrible! When picking out bridesmaids dresses, we were rushed into trying dresses on (one of the bridesmaids was shoved right into her dressing room!). When we finally decided on a dress & were... Read More having our measurements taken, the sales associate was telling some of us to either wear a spanx or to lose weight! How humiliating is that?!? When it came time for the bride to try on wedding dresses, we were told to "do our jobs as bridesmaids & get dresses for her to try on" & we were left to fend for ourselves. Great customer service right??? Alterations were terrible! All they had to do on my dress was the hem & taken in a bit around the bust. The second fitting, my dress was way too tight! I was given some lame excuse about how taking in the bust affects the waist (my mom was a seamstress for years & I know this isn't true). During the alterations, we kept noticing spots on our dresses. It looked like someone didn't wash their hands before working on them. Needless to say, I won't be going to this store for anything to do with my wedding!!
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Main Course Recipes
Chim Cut Roti Recipe: Vietnamese Quail with Soy Ginger Glaze
As I've mentioned this before, there are a lot of Vietnamese takes on French dishes. This quail dish is called chim cút rôti; the mustard, coriander and white wine normally found in the French version have been replaced by red chili powder, ginger and soy sauce.
My favorite part is the sweet ginger glaze made with honey. I always end up eating with my fingers. It may not necessarily be polite, but it's so delicious I wouldn't want to miss a single bite!
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Bun Bi Chay Recipe
Bun is a popular Vietnamese meal, which consists of rice vermicelli noodles, shredded lettuce, bean sprouts, cucumber, a protein element and dipping sauce. Bun bì chay is a vegetarian version that replicates shredded pork by using fried sliced jicama and fried tofu.
This is an ideal and very refreshing hot weather dish. The preparation is labor intensive, especially with chopping and frying, so I usually make a large quantity. It's delicious and keeps for a few days, so it's definitely worth the effort.
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Vietnamese Braised Catfish in Fish Sauce (Ca Kho)
Cá kho literally translates to "braised fish". I cooked catfish steaks in a caramel fish sauce and let simmer until the delicate, flaky fish became an opaque white color for this fairly common Vietnamese dish.
I served the seafood dish with brown jasmine rice and leafy greens. I'm on day 2 of my "back-into-shape" plan, but don't worry, flavor is not being sacrificed!
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Roasted Red Pepper Risotto (Ajvar Recipe)
This risotto recipe gets its rich flavor and color from ajvar, a Serbian mix of puréed roasted bell peppers, eggplant, garlic and chiles. It's very versatile, easy to make and stores very well.
I prepared the sauce a day in advance. You'll likely have some leftover ajvar after making the risotto, which can be used on toast or as filling in puff pastry appetizers.
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Red Snapper en Papillote
Today I cooked a freshly caught whole red snapper en papillote. The preparation is ultra easy. Simply combine garlicky, spicy (my homemade chile garlic sauce), slightly sweet (Jack Daniel's grilling sauce), salty and fatty ingredients (oil or butter) to make the marinade. Cover the fish with the sauce and after a 30-minute steam in the oven, you'll have a healthy and tasty meal. You'll also have time to do something else (in my case play with my 5-month-old infant daughter!).
Spending less time in the kitchen doesn't necessarily means eating a less delicious meal!
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A Tropical Garden Wedding in Palm Beach, FL
The Bride Jaclyn McKenna (26 and a lawyer) The Groom Karl Snearer (43 and an insurance executive) The Date April 1 Though Jaclyn and Karl didn't have a specific theme in mind, they wanted a warm, intimate vibe, and Jaclyn always dreamed of a beautiful setting with palm trees and water. So when they visited The Breakers, they knew it was the perfect spot. For a contrast to the beachy feel of their oceanfront ceremony, all-white arrangements accented with gold candelabras and glass hurricane vases created an elegant English garden look for their indoor reception.


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ANCHORAGE (AP) -- The state is proposing regulations that would allow a Native-owned logging company to spray alder-killing herbicides on clear-cuts to help speed the reforestation cedar and spruce -- cash crops.
Klukwan Inc., however, would have ensure that no herbicides drift within 200 feet of a public drinking water source.
Also required would be a 35-foot pesticide-free zone around other water bodies and another buffer outside that area. The additional buffer's width would be negotiated between state officials and Klukwan based on the soils, the terrain and the type of herbicide to be used.
The rules would apply to any other forestry company wanting to spray herbicides.
Alaska's Environmental Conservation Department released the regulations in late March and asked the public to comment by May 1. After a draft proposal came out in November, the department received numerous letters, mostly attacking the idea of aerial spraying.
''We need to learn from the mistakes of the Lower 48,'' Pam Miller of Alaska Community Action on Toxics told the Anchorage Daily News. ''The state is making an unnecessary concession to industry by allowing the aerial application of these chemicals.''
Federal agencies like the Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration have questioned the proposed rule. And local communities and tribes, particularly the Haida, oppose spraying on land where they subsistence hunt, fish and gather.
''This ruling could be catastrophic to our traditional way of life,'' said Becky Frank, president of the Hydaburg tribe.
Klukwan vice president, Tom Blanton, declined an interview request. Bill Thomas, a director and former chief executive, defended the proposal, saying Klukwan needs to follow its reforestation plans for Long Island, the heavily logged area the company wants to restore.
Long Island is Klukwan's land, private property, he said.
''It's a trespass if you come onto our land. So where's the problem?'' Thomas said. ''If people come onto our land, we ask them to leave. It's our liability.''
The Haida don't consider themselves trespassers. Before the 1971 Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act that created companies like Tlingit-owned Klukwan Inc., Long Island was Haida country.
Two ancient village sites and burial grounds used by Haidas remain on the island, about an hour boat ride from Hydaburg, said Cherilyn Holter, environmental planner for the Hydaburg Cooperative Association. The Haida still have summer fish camps on Long Island.
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The suspect was identified as William Hershkovitz, 23, from Poughkeepsie, New York. The motive for the attack in the resort city of Eilat was still under investigation, police said.
But the head of the Oranim work and study programme said it occurred days after Hershkovitz lost his job at the Leonardo Club Hotel.
The attacker entered the hotel on Friday morning, snatched a gun from a hotel security guard and fired several shots, killing the chef, Rosenfeld said.
Police and army anti-terror units then surrounded the building and told guests to stay in their rooms. The gunman shot at special forces as they entered the hotel, prompting them to return fire and kill him, said Micky Rosenfeld, a police spokesman.
Family members, meanwhile, mourned the death of the chef, Abed Armando, 33 in an Arab village in northern Israel. They told Channel 2 TV that he was in Eilat because he wanted to work as a chef.
Hershkovitz arrived in Israel about two months ago to participate in the Oranim programme, which combines Hebrew study, travel and work at the hotel with a university course on hotel management.
A participant on the scheme, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was afraid of repercussions, said Hershkovitz had issued death threats to other members, but coordinators ignored repeated complaints.
"He would talk to himself, share dreams that he'd had about random killings and mutilations that he did, he would have statements against Arabs or Nazis or terrorist type movements," the participant added.
Stas Abramovich, 27, another member of the coruse, said a number of people had complained about Hershkovitz to a coordinator.
"There was something strange in his smile, but I never saw him as aggressive," Abramovich said.
Ofer Gutman, head of the scheme, which is sponsored partially by the Israeli government, said it was a mutual decision to remove Hershkovitz from his job at the hotel and reassign him to another workplace.
Gutman did not elaborate on the reasons behind the decision. Speaking before boarding a flight to Eilat, he described Hershkovitz as "a normal guy" and said "there was nothing that indicated what would happen in the end".
Michal Bouaron, a guest at the hotel, told Channel 2 that police ordered guests to stay in their rooms during the incident. Later, police announced that it was safe for guests to leave their rooms.
"There was a lot of tension," Bouaron said. "Life goes on ... We won't let this ruin our day and our vacation."
The hotel was fully booked, Israeli media reported, because of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, when many Israelis take vacations. Eilat, with attractive Red Sea beaches and hot, dry weather, is a favorite getaway spot.
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Just in time for Juneau's late October blahs, the annual Women's Health Forum this Saturday will take on the weighty topic of health and depression.
The organizers chose the topic at the request of Juneau residents who attended previous Women's Health Forums. The event started eight years ago.
Almost any disease - especially the chronic ones - has a component that can generate anxiety and depression, says Dr. Maureen Longworth, an organizer of the event.
"The reason that it is so crucial is that people have different outcomes, even with the same disease, based on their attitude, their belief, their treatment," Longworth said. "The mind-body connection is very strong."
In her 20 years as a doctor, Longworth has discovered that patients who complain of "XYZ symptoms" often have a mood problem that is either holding the patient from healing or just feeling good.
Still, it's hard for people to admit depression, Longworth said.
The forum will be held at Centennial Hall from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. It is free, and open to men as well as women.
The event begins with an open house, with more than 20 tables providing local health information, such as smoking cessation, nutrition and domestic violence.
A free lunch of butternut squash soup and black bean quesadillas will be served at 11:45 a.m. and the keynote speech by Susan Hedlund, a professional counselor from Portland, Ore., begins at noon.
Hedlund will discuss women, depression and "the hope for healing."
The rest of the afternoon will be devoted to four workshops. Attendees will pick one of the four, and there will be time afterward to revisit the informational tables.
The workshops include:
Hedlund, teaching on "Dealing with Depression and Cancer."
Longworth, teaching on "Mood and the Hormones: Energy Balancing Techniques for PMS, menopause and other mood fluctuations."
Yoga instructor Kristin Mabry, on "Yoga for Mental Health." This session is limited to the first 20 arrivals.
Professional counselor Jamie McLean, presenting "Women and Depression: Attending to the Neglected Self."
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To begin this tale of woe, I'll first have to fill you in on the fact that Ruby began nursery some months ago. When her big sister Ava started going, Ruby missed her so much and, every day we dropped Ava off and Ru had to come home with boring old mummy, there were floods of tears. It was obvious Ruby, despite being younger, wanted to go too.
Anyway, the nursery the girls attend is just fantastic and every so often they lay on a big party for the children and their families. This Easter was no exception. When we turned up on Thursday (much to the bemusement of Ru whose body clock must have told her this was not supposed to be a nursery day at all) the playground was chock full of children and their parents. There was a bouncy castle, a steel band and a barbecue, it was terrific.
There was also, I happened to notice as we went through the play room, a big pile of very impressive looking Easter hats. And about half an hour after arriving, I overheard something that explained why. There was about to be an Easter bonnet parade. With prizes.
Oh no.
How could I not have known?! I was sure it must have been my fault* – I'd probably been told about the competition one day when I was attempting to pack the girls into the buggy and they were attempting to leg it back in to their friends. I'd probably nodded and pretended I was listening.
But this was a catastrophe! Both the girls did have little straw hats, but we had adorned them with, well, almost nothing. The other hats were magnificent by comparison. They were decorated with eggs, chicks and bunnies, they had massive flowers made of colourful tissue paper, they flowed with ribbons - bloody hell, one hat even appeared to have a real nest on the top of it.
Dan, mistaking humour for a statement that would make me feel even worse than I already did, said: "You do realise that these Easter bonnets are metaphors which represent how much we," (he gestured towards all the happy-looking grown ups) "as parents, love our children?"
Resisting the urge to hit him, I fantasised about whizzing out and relieving all the neighbouring gardens of their rose bushes and magnolia trees, and some how attaching them to the pitiful heads of my daughters. But it was too late.
As it goes, I am delighted to say that my burden of guilt was relieved somewhat not only by my own Terrible Two, but by a whole roomful of two and three-year-olds.
Ruby (admittedly perhaps because she had an inkling her hat was rubbish) wanted no part of it. Our attempts to cajole her into the contest were met with roars and back arching. If she'd had the verbal capacity, she'd have said: "You want me to come indoors when there is a bouncy castle outside. Are you KIDDING ME?"
Ava did get stuck in, but she and the rest of her friends proved beautifully that the competition was perhaps more for the mums and dads than it was for the children themselves - many of them had not a clue what was going on.
When one of the key workers gave the instruction to begin the parade (meaning they should walk to the end of the room, turn round and come back again), the little girl at the front of the line just kept going... all way back out in to the playground. "Er, hang on, where are they going?! Children! Come back this way please! Someone turn them around!"
By the time they had been turned around and sent back to their waiting audience, two children had removed their hats (including Ava, although also possibly because she knew hers was rubbish) and one little girl returned clasping a sausage she'd purloined from the barbecue area, it was hilarious!
That said, next year I'll be prepared. Next year we will make bonnets with capital Bs. The girls will need neck braces to support the weight of the Easter paraphernalia. That big fluffy first prize bunny will be OURS! Unless there's a bouncy castle again, obviously.
* It occurred to be while writing this that it might not be my fault at all. I now suspect that Dan was told one morning when he did the drop off and the whole 'Easter bonnets as metaphors for love' thing was to throw me off the scent. I am hereby relieving myself of all blame and the girls and I are going to eat his Easter egg before he gets home tonight to teach him a lesson.
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To begin this tale of woe, I'll first have to fill you in on the fact that Ruby began nursery some months ago. When her big sister Ava started going, Ruby missed her so much and, every day we dropped Ava off and Ru had to come home with boring old mummy, there were floods of tears. It was obvious Ruby, despite being younger, wanted to go too.


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Q: How is your back?
A: My back feels good.
Q: Is that the same injury you had last year?
A: No my muscles just tighten that's all.
Q:How do you feel about being a starter?
A: Basically I just have to do what I have to do. Coach came up to me with that yesterday and let me know Osi was going to be out so I need to step it up.
Q: Are you ready?
A: Yes. I am going to go out there and do what I have to do to help the team win.
Q: How is this affecting you?
A: It really doesn't affect me. I just have to play both sides now. I'm use to it and coach just told me to play more of the right end especially this game so that's what I have been doing in practice.
Q: Is it frustrating or confusing?
A: Not at all.
Q:How do you feel about playing more?
A: When I am out there I just have to be in shape and run to the ball every play. If I run to the ball in practice then I will run to the ball in the game.
Q: Does that help you or hurt you?
A: It helps because you know you have to push yourself a little bit further and go to the ball.
Q: Are the expectations to high?
A: No because it is all about how you play. I didn't know I was going to get two sacks but I went out there and played good football. I kept rushing the quarterback and that's what happened. The expectations are going to be high, I just have to play to my full ability.


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Busy week ahead. I've got a mad week of work stuff – as ever, and I need to try and make some headway with some of the local Green Party organising stuff that I really need to focus on.
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ANCHORAGE - America's intervention in Iraq and Afghanistan will hit home to Southwest and Western Alaska this summer.
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Dozens of members of the Alaska Army National Guard from remote villages are scheduled to leave their homes and families for yearlong tours.
The soldiers follow about 300 other Army Guard members who have shipped out over the last year for duty. The wartime call-ups are the first for the Guard since World War II. The summer call-up will be the largest in its history, with an estimated 670 people statewide.
Previous call-ups have largely centered on Alaska's cities and road-system towns.
In Kongiganak, a Yup'ik village of 167 about 80 miles southwest of Bethel, Guard families are trying to prepare.
"We had a big village meeting," said longtime resident Eric Phillip. "Six boys are going out from this small village."
Phillip, who has a wife and two sons under age 6, will leave for the war. He said he asked the village to help provide meat and fish for his family, since he'll miss several important hunting seasons.
"That's how we live. Whenever I catch walrus or seal I cut it up and serve it to the village," he said. "So hopefully that will happen."
Phillip said his bigger concern is who will help his wife when household problems arise.
Karen Phillip said Guard officials have encouraged families to "create our own networks" of support in the villages. She said she was initially offended by how simple they made that sound, but has since come to appreciate that the Guard is at least trying to reach out to families. It has not always been that way with the military, she said.
"So now there's an 800 number I can call to help solve my problems," Phillip said.
"She doesn't want me to go at all," said her husband. "She might move to Bethel (while I'm away)."
Guard officials are still preparing their final roster for the deployment so a list of all the villages affected is not available. Two activated companies with about 120 people each are based in Bethel and Nome and have many village members, said Guard spokesman Maj. Mike Haller.
The other companies are based in Juneau and Anchorage, he said. It's been six decades since any of the units were called up for even an out-of-state assignment.
"The gravity of this call-up is significant," Haller said. "It's huge. ... It's important for community members and community leaders to step up and support their Guard members and their families."
About 600 soldiers will go to Iraq and the other 70 to Afghanistan. The troops are to start shipping out in July for three months of training at Camp Shelby, Miss., and then head overseas for a year, Haller said.
Larry Arnariak, 20, of Togiak, said he learned the news at a training session in February. Arnariak said he just joined the Guard last year after being inspired by the drills he saw at the local armory as a kid.
Arnariak said he had a hard time with the heat at basic training in Georgia and expects the situation to be even worse overseas. He said 70 degrees is considered a heat wave in his village.
Eric Phillip said he joined the Guard in 1985 for the adventure, extra income and because there weren't many choices in his village. He had planned to quit when his 20 years were up.
"But we were being called, so that 20 years is going to be a little over 20 years," he said.
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Blues Fans Need Reality Check Pt2
In answer to st3v3's Blues Fans Need A Reality Check Pt1 Blackeye joined in the argument below:
I've no confidence in the squad we now have to gain us promotion, not least without some grit and determination brought into the mix. If we had less flairy or should that be fairy players last term we'd have survived by the skin of our teeth. We had no bottle, battle; we lacked the do or die attitude that had carried us up and kept us up. The Championship will be a much harder battle than the Prem and if our players couldn't motivate themselves or find it within themselves to fight in a league where it's less physical we are truly shafted now.
I don't think it's beyond us to bounce back and I do think if Bruce shows willingness to get rid of players who earn high and perform low, then the board will reinvest that money and back him again in order to get the missing pieces back in place that will give us a spine.
I take what you are saying about Bruce being backed but it also possibly being the best time to say thanks and bye - but Bruce's most questionable signings came once we were up. He brought players in who are well known for not being prepared to fight and battle. Yes they are skilful, talented and on their day can change and win games but they came in at a time our battlers moved on (hate to say it but Savage) and others went down with long term injuries. All managers cock up, but Bruce has shown he can compete in the transfer market to improve the club when it comes to fighting - a mixture of bad signings, and injuries meant his flair element looked like headless chickens for most of the season. And I don't think all of that can be blamed on Bruce.
I do however wholeheartedly agree that the likes of O'Neill and Curbs being available makes it very tempting to look towards a new manager, with new ideas and the normal new manager syndrome that normally kick-starts players back into form.
I just think it's very unlikely we can at the moment attract a better man than Bruce, but it's completely up to him to restore fan faith, response the faith of the board in him by losing those he probably likes but haven't performed and won't perform and by taking next season as a chance to put it right and make the decisions needed to get us back up.
If injuries hadn't been so bad and big name players had remembered what they were paid for we'd still be up there. That's what I keep seeing and can't get past.
I could of course just be kidding myself though, why can't we clone the likes of Frainy who lived and breathed this club!
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Anfield legend: What Jurgen Klopp must do if he wants to succeed at Liverpool
LIVERPOOL hero John Barnes believes Jurgen Klopp needs to improve the quality of Liverpool's squad.
Jurgen Klopp needs to improve his squad in the summer window, says John Barnes
The German boss has made just two permanent signings since his arrival in October.
Marko Grujic joined in January from Red Star Belgrade before being loaned back for the rest of the season, while Schalke's Joel Matip will move to Anfield in the summer.
Liverpool's form of late has been up and down. Results have seen them draw 3-3 with Arsenal, lose 2-1 to West Ham in the FA Cup and put six past Aston Villa in their 6-0 demolition of Remi Garde's side.
Klopp's signing of Matip shows his intent to improve his defensive woes - a problem the 48-year-old has voiced his concerns on several times this campaign.
But Barnes believes Klopp has made good progress with the side he inherited from Brendan Rodgers.
"He's done as well as can be expected," Barnes told ThisIsFutbol, upon being asked to assess Klopp's first four months in charge.
"Liverpool need better players. What it has shown, is that it was not all Brendan Rodgers' fault.
"Everybody expected 'because Jurgen Klopp's there, all of a sudden we're going to go up the league and get to the top because Jurgen Klopp's a fantastic manager'.
"He still is a fantastic manager, but it's about players. They need better players.
"But I think, come the end of the season, he will be able to bring in his own players so Liverpool will improve. I also think he's learnt a lot about the players he already has and he knows we have to improve the squad.
"I recognise he's a fantastic manager but he needs better players."


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|Jamar Smith was the celebrated hero as BK Prostejov edged Goverla
BK Prostejov needed a buzzer-beating three-ball from Jamar Smith to overcome BC Goverla in their first EuroChallenge meeting but on Tuesday, the Czechs rolled to victory at home.
Bertengeh Gadri had 16 points and 11 rebounds as Prostejov won the Group C game, 78-64.
The hosts improved to 3-1 with the victory and knocked Goverla (0-4) out of contention for a spot in the next round in the process.
Goverla had lost two of their first three games by two points and the other by only three.
The hosts went in front to stay at the end of the opening quarter.
With the game knotted at 18-18, Prostejov's Kamil Svrdlik buried a jumper for his first two points of the contest.
Pavel Slezak, in just his third EuroChallenge game with the Czech club, buried a three-pointer to start the second quarter before Svrdlik dunked on a fast-break to cap the 7-0 run.
With Prostejov on top 29-21 and 6:02 remaining in the second quarter, Gadri took his points haul to 10 by draining a jumper and that shot started a 6-0 spurt.
The run that put the hosts in command for good, though, came at the start of the second half when Travis Peterson nailed back-to-back jump shots and Arvydas Eitutavicius followed with a three-point play for a 44-27 Prostejov lead.
Goverla got no closer than nine the rest of the way.
That happened after Dante Swanson split a pair of free-throws with five seconds to go in the third quarter.
Prostejov's Matej Venta ended the frame with a shot from the arc, though, and the home team took a 58-46 lead to the final frame.
The Ukrainian team hurt its cause with a 17-of-29 effort at the free-throw.


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Allen Scoops January Award
Gillingham's form in January has brought Martin Allen the League Two Manager of the Month for that month.
Three wins out of five to kick off the year saw Allen, despite the defeat to Port Vale, lead The Gills to the top of the table, however they're now second again.
Allen will take this but it'll mean little to him unless Gillingham can consolidate the promotion push and secure this come the end of the season.


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By JOEL McNEECE
A new promotional poster promoting Vardaman sweet potatoes as the "best in the country" was unveiled last Friday at the Sweet Potato Sweet Shop in Vardaman.
The poster – a marketing tool developed by the Mississippi Sweet Potato Council – was unveiled by Vardaman Mayor James Casey and Council Secretary Benny Graves.
"I'm proud to report that high quality sweet potatoes will be plentiful this year," Graves told the crowd. "Early harvest conditions have been excellent with many above average yields reported. Demand for Vardaman sweet potatoes has been strong with brisk movement. Sweet potato lovers should make a note to stock up now."
The promotional poster, which will be on display at all 12 of Mississippi's welcome centers as well as numerous restaurants around the state, features original artwork of a nostalgic 1956 International truck filled with "beautiful, nutritious sweet potatoes" and surrounded with a flowering vine.
Graves said the poster will also be a centerpiece of this fall's ad campaign.
The poster will also be displayed, and be available for purchase, during the 37th Annual Sweet Potato Festival Saturday, Nov. 6 on Main Street in Vardaman.


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text: Sunshine Care Training Sarah Yorwerth & Tara Hollinshead A pressure ulcer is an injury to the skin or tissue over a bony area. A pressure ulcer is also called a pressure sore, bedsore, or decubitus ulcer. Most at Risk: Are seriously ill (including someone in an intensive care unit). Are not very mobile (for example, you may be confined to a chair or a bed), particularly if you are not able to change your position. Have had a spinal cord injury (paralysis) Have a poor diet. Are wearing a prosthesis, a body brace or a plaster cast. Are a smoker. Are incontinent of urine or faeces (this causes damp skin which is more easily damaged). Have diabetes (this can affect sensation) Have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or heart failure. Have Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease or rheumatoid arthritis. Have recently had a broken hip or undergone hip surgery. Have peripheral vascular disease (poor circulation). Continuous pressure: Pressure happens when you sit or lie on a bony area for too long. Pressure on bony areas slows down or stops the blood from flowing to the skin. Pressure may hurt the skin and the layers of tissue underneath it. This may cause the tissue to become damaged, or even die. Pressure can begin to cause damage to your skin and tissue within 2 hours. Shearing or friction: Shearing or friction happens when delicate skin is dragged across a surface, such as using sheets. This may cause your skin to tear or a blister to form. Fragile skin can tear if it is moved up or down in bed or moved from the bed to a chair. Your skin can also tear when muscle spasms cause your arms or legs to jerk and rub the sheets. Incontinence: Incontinence occurs when you cannot control when you urinate or have bowel movements. You may be at risk for pressure ulcers if you sit or lie in urine or bowel movement which can lead to infections. Malnutrition and dehydration: Malnutrition means that your body is not getting enough calories and nutrients, such as protein and fat. Dehydration means that your body is not getting enough healthy liquids, such as water. Malnutrition and dehydration may cause your skin to be injured more easily. You may have less tissue and fat over bony areas of your body. Less padding may increase the pressure over a bony area. Lack of movement: Pressure will build on body areas if you stay in a chair or bed most of the time. The risk that an ulcer will form increases the longer you leave pressure on a bony area. Medical conditions that may lead to a lack of movement include spinal cord injury, stroke, and hip fracture. Numbness: Your skin may become damaged without your knowing it. Medical conditions that may cause numbness include multiple sclerosis and nerve damage from diabetes. Previous pressure ulcer: You may have a higher chance of getting a pressure ulcer if you have had a pressure ulcer before. Judy Waterlow, now in her seventies, designed and researched her pressure ulcer risk assessment tool in 1985, while working as a Clinical Nurse Teacher. The tool was originally designed for use by her students. Consider the Service Users you care for and score them under each category The reverse side provides guidance on nursing care, types of preventative aids associated with the three levels of risk status, wound assessment and dressings Look For: Reddened, discoloured or darkened area (darker skin may look purple, bluish or shiny). It may feel hard and warm to the touch. A pressure sore has begun if you remove pressure from the reddened area for 10 to 30 minutes and the skin colour does not return to normal after that time, stay off the area. Test the skin with the blanching test: 1. Press on the red, pink or darkened area with your finger. 2. The area should go white; 3. remove the pressure and the area should return to red, pink or darkened colour within a few seconds, indicating good blood flow. If the area stays white, then blood flow has been impaired and damage has begun. Warning: What you see at the skin's surface is often the smallest part of the sore, and this can fool you into thinking you only have a little problem. But skin damage from pressure doesn't start at the skin surface. Pressure usually results from the blood vessels being squeezed between the skin surface and bone, so the muscles and the tissues under the skin near the bone suffer the greatest damage. Look For: Skin is not broken but is red or discoloured, May show changes in hardness or temperature compared to surrounding areas. When you press on it, it stays red and does not lighten or turn white (blanch). The redness or change in colour does not fade within 30 minutes after pressure is removed. What to do: Stay off area and remove all pressure. Keep the area clean and dry. Eat adequate calories high in protein, vitamins (especially A and C) and minerals (especially iron and zinc). Drink more water. Find and remove the cause. Inspect the area at least twice a day. Call the health care provider if it has not gone away in 2-3 days. Healing time: Pressure sore at this stage can be reversed in about three days if all pressure is taken off the site. Look For: The topmost layer of skin (epidermis) is broken, creating a shallow open sore. The second layer of skin (dermis) may also be broken. Drainage (pus) or fluid leakage may or may not be present. What to do: Get the pressure off. Follow steps in Stage 1. Call the District Nurse ASAP Healing time: Three days to three weeks. Look For: The wound extends through the dermis (second layer of skin) into the fatty subcutaneous (below the skin) tissue. Bone, tendon and muscle are not visible. ( redness around the edge of the sore, pus, odour, fever, or greenish drainage from the sore) Possible necrosis (black, dead tissue). What to do: If you have not already done so, get the pressure off and contact the health care provider right away. Wounds in this stage frequently need special wound care. Your client may also qualify for a special bed or pressurerelieving mattress that can be ordered by your health care provider. Healing time: More than one to four months. Look For: The wound extends into the muscle and can extend as far down as the bone. Usually lots of dead tissue and drainage are present. There is a high possibility of infection. What to do: Always consult the health care provider right away. Surgery is frequently required for this type of wound. Healing time: Anywhere from three months to two years. *Remember* These can be life threatening. Infection can spread to the blood, heart and bone. Amputations. Prolonged bed rest Less active when healing a pressure sore. Higher risk for respiratory problems or urinary tract infections (UTIs). Look For: Full thickness tissue loss in which the base of the sore is covered by slough (dead tissue separated from living tissue) Yellow, tan, grey, green or brown colour, and/or eschar (scab) of tan, brown or black colour in the wound bed. Until enough slough and/or eschar is removed to expose the base of the wound, the true depth, and therefore stage, cannot be determined. Stable (dry, adherent, intact without erythema (abnormal redness) or fluctuance) eschar on the heels serves as "the body's natural (biological) cover" and should not be removed. Look For: Purple or maroon localized area of discoloured intact skin or blood-filled blister due to damage of underlying soft tissue from pressure and/or shear. The area may be surrounded by tissue that is painful, firm, mushy, boggy, warmer or cooler as compared to nearby tissue. Deep tissue injury may be difficult to detect in individuals with dark skin tones. Progression may include a thin blister over a dark wound bed. The wound may further evolve and become covered by thin eschar (scab). Progression may be rapid exposing additional layers of tissue even with optimal treatment. Pressure Ulcers can develop very quickly, sometimes within an hour. They can be very serious if left untreated. The can damage not just the skin, but also deeper layers of tissue under the skin. This can destroy bone or muscle, so they can take a very long time to heal. They can be life threatening, causing infections and blood poisoning Keep Moving. Every 2 hours in recommended to change position. Mattresses and Cushions. Air Flow, Pressure Relief, Gel Cushions are all designed to reduce the amount of pressure on any one area of the body. Skin Assessments. Health Care Professionals will be looking for any reddened areas, blisters, heated skin or swelling. Diet. It is very important to consider the right vitamins within diet and also drinking enough water. Dietary advice can be offered by the Nurse. It is recommended to encourage Vitamin C, protein and Zinc. Self Care. It is important to encourage self care but checking skin integrity daily. The Nurse should look at the pressure ulcer regularly, at least once a week, and check for any changes. To relieve the pressure on the ulcer, and consider the best ways of keeping mobile, changing position or using supporting structures. Dressings Pressure Ulcers may need various dressings. To help healing time as quickly as possible. Hydrocolloids- an adhesive dressing that gels over the wound but sticks to the surrounding skin Hydrogels- a simple gel that keeps wounds moist and can help clean wounds. Foams- to absorb and retain fluid. It may be necessary to remove dead tissue from the ulcer to encourage it to heal. This type of treatment is called debridement. Ulcers are breaks in the layers of the skin that fail to heal. They can also be accompanied with inflammation. Sometimes they don't heal and become chronic. Chronic foot and leg ulcers mainly affect the elderly. People who suffer with Diabetes Mellitus are at special risk of developing foot Ulcers, and foot care is an important part of Diabetes management. The most common causes of Chronic Leg Ulcers is poor blood circulation in the legs. These are known as Arterial and Venous leg ulcers, others can include: Injuries- Traumatic Ulcers. Diabetes- Poor circulation/Nerve damage. Certain skin condition. Vascular diseases (Stroke, Angina, Heart Attack) Tumours Infections. Approximately 10 % of all leg Ulcers are Arterial Ulcers. Feet and legs often feel cold and may have a whitish or bluish, shiny appearance. Arterial leg ulcers can be painful. Pain often increases when your legs are at rest and elevated. To reduce pain, it is recommended to sit on the edge of the bed with your feet on the floor. Gravity will then encourage more blood flow into your legs. The Long-term effect of diabetes on the nerves causes a reduction in sensation in the feet. This increases the likelihood of accidental trauma to the feet, which makes ulcers more likely to appear. But these Ulcers are often neglected because they do not cause pain. If Ulcers aren't treated, they can lead to more serious problems, such as gangrene and even amputation. Arteries are the tubes that carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the body's tissues. The tissues receive oxygen and nutrients from the blood. The used blood, which now contains carbon dioxide and other by-products, is carried via the veins from the tissues back to the heart. Arterial leg ulcers are caused by poor blood circulation as a result of narrowed arteries due to atherosclerosis where a fatty deposit builds up inside the arteries. As a result of this, the tissues are starved of the oxygen and nutrients they need and so break down, forming an ulcer. Diabetes also directly damage the small blood vessels and also increases the risk of developing Atherosclerosis. People with arterial leg ulcers often suffer from intermittent claudication. This condition can cause cramp-like pains in the legs when walking. This is cause the leg muscles don't receive enough oxygenated blood to function properly. Claudication pain usually goes away if you stand still for a few minutes (as this allows the exercising muscle time to refresh its oxygen supply). But it is a sign or severe narrowing of the arteries due to Atherosclerosis, and this needs medical attention. Not all sufferers have or develop leg ulcers. Stop smoking and lose weight, Reduce the amount of fat in your diet and keep cholesterol levels low. Exercising will force blood vessels to form new branches to improve circulation, it is normal to feel slight pain doing this. While sitting down, move feet around in circles, then up and down, this will activate the venous pump. Take good care of your feet: Make sure shoes fit correctly and are not too small. Keep feet warm and try to avoid injuries to feet and legs. Examine feet and legs daily for any changes in colour or the development of sores. Visit a chiropodist regularly. Keep any dry patches of skin well moisturised to prevent the cracks and breaks that can develop into Ulcers. Approximately 70% of all leg ulcers are venous ulcers. A leg with venous problems has a very characteristic appearance. The leg is swollen The skin surrounding a Venous Ulcer is dry, itchy and sometimes thickened and brownish in colour. If the swelling (oedema) is very bad, the skin may be stretched, smooth and shiny. Eczema may appear (Varicose eczema) where the skin becomes cracked and scaly. The Ulcer has a weeping, raw appearance and is usually painless unless infected. If infected, the Ulcer may give off a very unpleasant smell and ooze pale yellowish/green fluid. Venous leg ulcers are often located just above the ankle, typically on the inside of the leg. Most of Venous leg ulcers occur because the valves connecting the superficial and deep veins are not functioning properly, so blood doesn't drain from the legs as it should. As a result, the fluid in the tissues of the leg builds up causing an increase in pressure that prevents a healthy flow of oxygen and nutrients through the tissues. The venous system is made up of superficial and deep veins. Superficial- are located between the skin and the muscles. Deep veins are located between the muscles. These have one way valves to ensure the blood flows properly, if these fail, especially with age, it causes blood to flow from the deep veins back out to the superficial onesa major cause of Varicose Veins. This problem is aggravated by the effects of gravity which forces blood to pool in the lower leg. Exercise will help circulation and push blood back up. Many old people sleep in chairs rather than going to bed at night. But sleeping with legs down on the ground increases the risk of venous Ulcers,. It is important keep legs raised on a stool or cushion to reduce the effects of gravity. The elderly should be encourage to sleep horizontally and even take a nap in bed during the afternoon if they have problems with Venous Ulcers. Previous Ulcers that may have caused damage. A fracture or other injuries Surgery Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot) Work that requires a lot of sitting or standing. Inflammation in the veins (phlebitis) Pregnancy Obesity Activate calf muscles regularly by walking and exercising Reduce the amount of fat in diet. Eating more fruit and vegetables. Losing weight (if overweight) can help prevent ulcers. Sitting with legs raised- above heart level if possible. Avoid sitting with legs cross, as this impairs blood circulation If seated for a long time, moving feet up and down occasionally to improve circulation. Support stockings may be useful, but get advise from District Nurse or Doctor. Inspecting feet and legs daily, check for sores or changes in colour. Visit chiropodist regularly. Compression stockings help to maintain the flow of blood in your leg veins. They are used to treatment and prevent a number of conditions including Varicose veins and Deep Vein Thrombosis. (DVT) If your having surgery, you may need to wear compression stockings before and for some time after your operation. You may need to wear compression stockings if you're having an operation or are travelling and at risk of DVT. Compression stockings aid to reduce swelling. Compression Stockings work by putting pressure on the veins in your leg to increase the speed at which blood moves around them and improves the flow back towards the heart. Need to be worn constantly during the day, and take them off at bedtime. A gentle moisturiser should be used to prevent dry skin. Check legs regularly for sore marks (at the top of stockings), broken skin, purple tinge or numbness or tingling. Stop wearing and speak to GP. Varicose veins are swollen and enlarged veins Usually blue or dark purple in colour May also be lumpy, bulging or twisted in appearance They mostly occur in the legs. Varicose veins develop when the small valves inside the veins stop working properly. In a healthy vein, blood flows smoothly to the heart. The blood is prevented from flowing backwards by a series of tiny valves that open and close to let blood through. If the valves weaken or are damaged, the blood can flow backwards and can collect in the vein, eventually causing it to be swollen and enlarged (varicose). At least 3 in 10 people are at risk, and most of these are women. Treatments include: Avoid sitting or standing for long periods Take rest breaks, rest with legs elevated on pillows Exercise regularly Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in one of the deep veins in the body. Blood clots that develop in a vein are also known as venous thrombosis. DVT usually occurs in a deep leg vein, a larger vein that runs through the muscles of the calf and the thigh It can cause pain and swelling in the leg and may lead to complications such as pulmonary embolism. This is when a piece of blood clot breaks off into the bloodstream and blocks one of the blood vessels in the lungs. DVT and pulmonary embolism together are known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). Pain, swelling and tenderness in one of your legs (usually your calf) A heavy ache in the affected area Warm skin in the area of the clot redness of your skin, particularly at the back of your leg, below the knee Oedema, also known as dropsy, is the medical term for fluid retention in the body. The build-up of fluid causes affected tissue to become swollen. This is usually the case with oedema that occurs as a result of certain health conditions, such as heart failure or kidney failure. As well as swelling or puffiness of the skin, oedema can also cause: skin discolouration areas of skin that temporarily hold the imprint of your finger when pressed (known as pitting oedema) aching, tender limbs stiff joints weight gain or weight loss raised blood pressure and pulse rate What causes oedema? Oedema is often a symptom of an underlying health condition. It can occur as a result of the following conditions or treatments: pregnancy kidney disease heart failure chronic lung disease thyroid disease liver disease malnutrition medication, such as corticosteroids or medicine for high blood pressure (hypertension) the contraceptive pill Oedema that occurs in the leg may be caused by: a blood clot varicose veins a growth or cyst Oedema can also sometimes occur as a result of: being immobile for long periods hot weather exposure to high altitudes burns to the skin What treatments may be offered? Treatment will depend on the likely cause of the oedema. Most cases will be managed by a GP but you may be referred for further investigation and treatment at a hospital. Treatments include: Regular exercise such as walking or swimming. Losing weight if overweight. Raising legs on a footstool when possible. 'Water pills' (diuretics) - only if prescribed. Treating the underlying condition - e.g., heart failure. Be aware of: You should call an ambulance if your client experiences severe shortness of breath or chest pain. Mild puffiness of your clients ankles that gets better when you lie down for a few hours, may not need any treatment. In all cases, should seek GP advice to find out if there is an underlying cause. Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and the tissues just below the skin surface. Any area of the skin can be affected but the leg is the most common site. A course of antibiotics will usually clear the infection. If there is swelling of the leg, as much as possible keep your foot raised higher than your hip. This helps to prevent excess swelling, which may ease pain. Cellulitis is an infection of the deep layer of skin (dermis) and the layer of fat and tissues just under the skin (the subcutaneous tissues). Erysipelas is an infection of the skin which is nearer to the skin surface (more superficial) than cellulitis. (both conditions are pretty much the same) Cellulitis is caused by bacteria that gets under the skin through a tiny cut, ulcer or even a scratch. The bacteria may then multiply and spread along under the skins surface. Cellulitis is a common problem and it can affect anybody. You may be more prone if you: Have athletes foot Skin abrasions Swollen legs, or overweight. Previous episode of cellulitis Poor immune system. Poorly controlled diabetes Intravenous drug user Had an insect bite Eczema or other skin conditions. Symptoms include: Skin feels warm, may look swollen and looks red and inflamed. Tender to touch. Blisters. Swelling of the glands around the groin area. Fever or temperature Cellulitis can spread from a small area of infection to a large, so it can be serious. Without early treatment, it is a battle between the immune system and the invading bacteria. Possible complications of untreated cellulitis include: Septicaemia (blood poisoning) An abscess Muscle or bone infections Infecting in the heart valves from bacteria in the blood stream. Treatment: Antibiotics will usually clear cellulitis- a 7 day course is usually needed. Elevation to prevent excess swelling and ease pain (leg higher than hip) Creams Purpose Canestan To treat fungal/ yeast infections Diprobase Dry skin conditions (paraffin based) Cavilon Barrier Cream Pro-shield Barrier Cream for intact skin, and skin damaged by incontinence. Daktacort Inflammation of the skin (eczema or dermatitis) Sudocrem Minor skin injuries, bed sores or nappy rash E45 Dry conditions (eczema, dermatitis or psoriasis) Aqueous Dry skin conditions, substitute for soap. Fucidin Bacterial Skin infections (impetigo, eczema)


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January 3, 2006
PPL books $175 million jack-up order
Singapore's PPL Shipyard, a subsidiary of SembCorp Marine, has secured a US $175 million rig building contract from Aban Singapore Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of Aban Loyd Chiles Offshore Ltd of India. It covers construction of a Baker Marine Pacific Class 375 Deep Drilling Offshore jack-up rig for US$175 million.
Construction of the jack-up rig is expected to commence in the first quarter of 2006 with delivery scheduled in mid-2008.
The Baker Marine Pacific Class 375 Design is a proprietary ownership of Baker Marine Pte Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of PPL Shipyard.
The jack-up rig will be customised to meet owner's requirements for operations in the Indian Ocean. It will be equipped with a drilling package that will enable it to drill high pressure and high temperature wells at 30,000 feet whilst operating in 375 feet of water. It has accommodations for 120 men.
Mr T. K. Ong, Managing Director of PPL Shipyard said "We are pleased that Aban Singapore Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of Aban Loyd Chiles Offshore has chosen to place an order with PPL Shipyard. This is the first jack-up rig on order in 2006 and the 9th jack-up rig to be built based on the BMC Pacific 375 Design in PPL Shipyard."
"With the robust offshore oil and gas market and the high utilisation and charter rates for jack-up rigs, we can expect more rigs to be ordered," he added.
To date, PPL Shipyard has built 26 jack-up rigs and 4 semi-submersibles.
Aban Singapore Pte Ltd is a subsidiary of Aban Loyd Chiles Offshore Ltd, a company listed on the Mumbai Stock Exchange Ltd, India. Incorporated in 1986, the company is the largest offshore oil field service provider in India's private sector. It has a market capitalisation of US$500 million. Currently, the company owns 8 rigs, one drill ship and one floating production unit--all on long-term contracts.