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Cut, Rolled, and Burnt II - In the Hamptons
August 22 - September 25, 2013
Elisa Contemporary Art is bringing
Cut, Rolled and Burnt
out to the Hamptons! The exhibit will run from August 22nd through September 25th at
The Design Studio in Bridgehampton, NY
Our latest exhibit explores four contemporary artists who are taking paper to extremes -- in the pursuit of creating original visions and art.
California Artist, Michael Buscemi began his series of white paper collages began in 2012. He wanted to eliminate all existing media and be left only with light, shape and shadow. He takes extra thick rag paper and with a swift and fluid cut, creates thousands of small, shaped pieces. These severed paper pieces are then built up and layered, allowing the shadows and shapes to organically form, before being set with a polimear gel.
Amy Genser's exploration of paper as medium began in a papermaking and bookmaking class she took, while studying for her graduate degree in graphic design at Rhode Island School of Design. Today, she masterfully manipulates paper -- each piece being cut, rolled and stacked -- to mimic organic forms and natural processes. While starting as flat piles of paper, her artwork builds and grows into 3-dimensional constructions filled with color, texture and patterns.
We'll be featuring several new works and you'll have a chance to meet Amy at our
Opening Reception on Saturday August 24th from 4-7pm
Don Morris's constructions are carefully manipulated comic book paper pages that are cut and folded to create undulating surfaces filled with gentle peaks and curves. From a distance the viewer sees only the interplay of colors and texture. However, as the viewer is drawn in, the super heroes fly, struggle, and climb. Words bubble from the comic book text and are clearly visible throughout the pieces, allowing the viewer to read the dialog of the action heroes.
Hawaii based artist, Wayne Zebzda was born in Connecticut and started his journey out west attending the San Francisco Art Institute on a full scholarship as a painting major. With day jobs in construction, he integrated the tools of this trade into his art -- creating sculptural and installation works, as well as his carbon smoke drawings made with a blow torch.
We will be having an opening and Special Event reception for this Exhibit:
Opening Reception, Saturday, August 24th from 4-7pm
What: Cut, Rolled & Burnt II. Manipulated Works of Paper.
Artists: Michael Buscemi, Amy Genser, Don Morris, Wayne Zebzda
When: August 22 – September 25, 2013
Special Events:
Join us on Saturday, August 24th for an opening reception from 4-7pm. Meet Amy Genser.
Where: The Design Studio, 2393 Main Street, Bridgehampton NY.
Hours: Mon-Thur 10 am – 5 pm; Fri-Sat 10 am – 5:30 pm; Sunday 11am - 4pm
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Everybody is talking about the circus NYFW has become, that it's crowded with too many people trying to be snapped by a street style photographer, but who actually have no business being there in the first place. Well, Jimmy Kimmel really captured the whole hoo-ha in this video. He sent a reporter to Lincoln Center, who then asked people about designers such as "George Costanza", "Willy Loman", "Ricardo Montalbán" or "Edie Munster". When asked what he thinks about one of these "designers", one guy says that he has a "nice aesthetic" and that he liked his show. But the best comes at the end, when some other guy tells the reporter about a fake runway pic of a model wearing a watermelon on his head: "It's called fashion. Look it up."
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No, you don't have to pour buffalo sauce on cauliflower or carve up a tofurkey to be healthy. Definitely not shading those food choices (lower your asparagus spears, vegans), but a lot of people don't realize that they don't have to give up all their favorites to eat better. It just takes an open mind, some proper planning, and most importantly, the desire to treat your body a lot better.
One of the main issues some people have is not eating ENOUGH. Most nutritionists recommend eating 3-5 times a day with appropriate portions. For example, skipping breakfast is a BIG no-no. You need food as fuel so eating breakfast sets the tone for the day and gets your metabolism going as well. Even if it's just an apple and a handful of almonds, try your best to start every day with something (preferably healthy) in your belly. A friend of mine suggested doing breakfast prep at night and just reheating in the morning; heavier items like sausage or bacon can be prepared at night and then scrambling some quick eggs in the morning can save a lot of time.
Some people don't have the luxury of a long lunch at work or even consistent breaks, so eating throughout the workday can be difficult. Carrot sticks, almonds, celery and similar items act as great snacks to grab out your locker and quickly get that nourishment. This helps your metabolism work a little harder to burn, but it won't be as difficult to burn off like a burger would.
Meal planning for the work week is not everyone's friend. Not everyone is ok with reheating food made earlier in the week or eating some of the same items more than once a week. However, it saves money (who doesn't need that?) time during the week, and is usually a healthier solution than skimming through food options every day per week. And don't even get me started if you work somewhere around a lot of fast food places. Torture much?
Sugar sugar, how you get so…tired? Probably because sugar comes with that inevitable crash and does damage to your metabolism and major organs. It sits and festers in your body like that old ex-girlfriend who still calls your mama on Sundays to stay relevant. All bad. Cut as much of it out as possible. That Minute Maid Berry Punch keeps calling you (trust me, it got me on speed dial)? Opt out for some herbal tea with a little organic honey and raw sugar. Got a sweet tooth for a cupcake or a ho-ho? Try some fruit, nuts, or even a whole wheat muffin. You got options to opt out of sugar, sugar.
Water your own grass. This has several meanings (I'll address in another article), but it's basically the concept of the grass being greener where you water it. Thus, water YOURSELF. Nothing makes my lips chap quicker than hearing an adult say they don't like water. You literally need it to survive. Tastes boring? Squeeze a little lemon or lime in there. Infuse with some cucumber and mint for a more refreshing drink, which also adds health benefits. The ideal amount per day should be half your weight and translate that to ounces; if you weigh 200 lbs, you should be consuming about 100oz of water a day. Hold yourself accountable by tracking your intake throughout the day. You'll be surprised by how much you ingest by the time you lay it down for the day.
There are more tips for how to eat right and live better (including some recipes coming up), but you'll just have to come back and find out, won't you? Wanna really make 2018 your year? Treat your body how it deserves to be treated so you can see more years to come. Come back for more tips or feel free to hit me up on the interwebs if you have any suggestions!


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There has been speculation around Montreal Canadiens captain Max Pacioretty for months, with a trade out of town being the most likely final scenario for the scoring winger. Recently though there had been some who wondered if the Canadiens would re-open talks for an extension, something that now appears completely off the table. Marc Antoine Godin of The Athletic (subscription required) has been told that the Canadiens will not negotiate a new contract with Pacioretty, and in fact intend to work out a trade "as soon as possible." GM Marc Bergevin has in fact communicated that to his captain, though Pacioretty does not have any trade protection in his current contract.
That contract expires at the end of next season, and has vastly underpaid Pacioretty over its duration. Carrying a $4.5MM cap hit this year, the 29-year old forward would be welcome on almost any team in the league. Still, the Canadiens know that their best chance at a big return is if Pacioretty works out an extension right away with the acquiring team. That reportedly almost happened at the June draft, but a contract couldn't be worked out with the Los Angeles Kings and instead Pacioretty changed agencies and signed with Allan Walsh of Octagon Hockey.
Walsh is the one who now will negotiate any extension, and one would have to believe that several teams who missed out on some of the bigger free agents will be inquiring on the five-time 30-goal scorer. San Jose, Dallas, Tampa Bay and Boston were all given the opportunity to sit down with John Tavares, and though Pacioretty is obviously a different talent there would likely be some crossover. It's not just those squads that could use some added scoring punch though, something that the Montreal captain can still provide even despite his down season in 2017-18.
Pacioretty scored just 17 goals in 64 contests last season, but can be expected to improve on that number going forward. While a long-term deal may not turn out to be an exceptional value, it's definitely a worthwhile risk for a player with his track record. The question now becomes what Montreal is looking for in return, and how an extension would change that ask. The Canadiens are still trying to compete right away as Carey Price enters his eight-year $84MM contract, but will have to seriously consider a package of young or future assets in exchange for their captain.


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Eagle Canyon Fishing Trip/
Heff went out fishing with some Red Bluff friends last weekend to some ponds we fished a long time ago before we had kids! He caught a bunch of fish and had fun out there while the girls were hanging out with Oma and Aunt Kat.
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Zamboanga Peninsula is long, semicircular peninsula located in northwestern Mindanao, the Philippines, extending southwesterly toward the Sulu Archipelago and Borneo. It has an area of roughly 5,600 square miles (14,500 square km). The peninsula was connected to the main part of Mindanao through an isthmus situated between Panguil Bay and Pagadian Bay. The boundary between the peninsula and the mainland is artificially marked by the border between Zamboanga del Sur and Lanao del Norte.
Sta. Cruz Island
A pink sand beach is very rare and there are only a few of them around the globe. They can be found in Horseshoe Bay in Bermuda, 3 islands from the Bahamas, Culebra in Puerto Rico, Maui inHawaii, Santorini in Greece, Barbuda in the Carribean, Crane Beach in Barbados, and here in The Great Santa Cruz Islands in the Philippines.
Visa Island
This beautiful island is located about 32 Km. ( 19.881Mi. ) North-East of downtown Zamboanga City, and about 4 Km. ( 2.49 Mi. ) North-East of the barrangay of Bolong, on the beautiful Moro Gulf.
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I decided to try the chocolatey version of this shortbread that I made in January. They came from the same magazine article. This chocolate one is good, but I definitely am partial to the brown sugar version that I made before. The brown sugar is chewier, whereas this one is more crisp and crumbly. I wouldn't make this version again though, unless I was also making the brown sugar one!
Chocolate Shortbread
Cooking Light, November 2008
Rich shortbread is easy to prepare and keeps for several days in an airtight container. Softened butter should be pliable but not easily spreadable. Because this mixture is already dark, it's hard to tell when the shortbread browns. Check your oven temperature using an oven thermometer, and bake just until the shortbread is set.
4.5 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1 cup)
3 tablespoons unsweetened premium dark cocoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup powdered sugar
5 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup canola oil
Cooking spray
1. Weigh or lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife. Combine flour, cocoa, and salt in a small bowl; stir with a whisk.
2. Place sugar, butter, and oil in a medium bowl; mix with hands until combined. Add flour mixture, and mix with hands until combined; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 325°.
4. Place dough on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; press dough into an 8 x 5–inch rectangle about 3/8-inch thick. Pierce entire surface liberally with a fork. Bake at 325° for 30 minutes or just until set. Cut shortbread into 24 pieces. Cool completely.
Yield: 2 dozen
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A $47 million purpose-built research facility – believed to be the only one of its kind in the world that will take new materials research breakthroughs all the way to the commercialisation stage – was officially opened at Fairy Meadow today.
The Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills, Science and Research, Senator Chris Evans, performed the official opening of the Australian Institute for Innovative Materials (AIIM) Processing and Devices facility based at the University of Wollongong's Innovation Campus.
The new building, chiefly funded through a $43.8m grant from the Federal Government's Education Investment Fund as part of the Nation-building Economics Stimulus Plan, has been constructed as an extension to the existing AIIM Building. It accommodates about 150 staff and students including chemists, engineers, physicists, biologists and materials scientists. AIIM is home to UOW's flagship research groups – the Intelligent Polymer Research Institute and Institute for Superconducting and Electronic Materials – which are the lead node of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science and the newly-formed UOW Electron Microscopy Centre.
Applications for the advanced materials being developed by researchers located within AIIM include:
• Bionic implants such as conduits for spinal cord repair and muscle regeneration
• Solar energy conversion such as solar cells and water splitting
• Energy storage systems for electric vehicles and renewable energy applications
• Superconducting and electronic materials for medical devices, energy generation and transmission
"It's a unique facility which will see UOW extend its world-class research capabilities," Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Wellings said.
"It is a multi-functional research facility that will bridge the gap between research breakthroughs, prototyping and commercialisation," he said.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Judy Raper said there were currently no facilities available in Australia to produce multi-functional materials at the scale and quantity required to bridge that "valley of death" to commercialisation.
"The University of Wollongong is a recognised world leader in multi-functional materials research and this facility will also help us become a world leader in their application, fabrication and commercialisation," she said.
"Currently, no university in Australia is making this link and industry is typically reluctant to invest in further development or application until there is demonstrated proof-of-concept with clearly defined and cost effective materials processing and device fabrication. The building enables us to research the fabrication techniques as well as develop the materials," Professor Raper said.
The new building also includes a purpose-built electron microscope facility. It is located within a delicate award-winning timber structure which holds some of Australia's most powerful microscopes. The building's structural elements had to be non-ferrous so as not to interfere with the sensitive microscopes that are housed in airtight acoustic chambers with no natural light.


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Soldiers in Afghanistan compete in Anchorage marathon
By the dawn's early light, soldiers from Fort Richardson found fleeting respite from war last week when a small reminder of home brought something ordinary to an extraordinary place.
As a couple thousand runners converged on downtown Anchorage for the Big Wild Life Runs last Sunday, a companion event was held near Sharana, Afghanistan, where members of Fort Rich's 725th Brigade Support Battalion are midway through a year-long deployment.
About 150 people — troops and civilians alike, including a runner who showed up in the results simply as Mr. Mohammad — toed the starting line for the desert edition of the Skinny Raven Half-Marathon.
The race happened through the efforts of the Anchorage Running Club and Capt. Margaret Berryman of the 725th Brigade. Berryman approached the running club with the idea of staging a shadow race for troops in Afghanistan, and the running club responded by sending five boxes filled with race bibs, medals and commemorative race T-shirts.
"This race was a little bit of home — hugely encouraging," Sgt. Jesse Lind wrote in an e-mail of thanks to the running club.
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Ever heard of the Pareto Principle?
It's a cause and effect theory first discovered by Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto in 1896. It states that 80% of effects come from 20% of causes. Pareto stumbled onto this theory in his garden, noticing that 20% of his pea pods contained 80% of the peas.
What does this have to do with health and nutrition?
What we do when it comes to what we eat and how we move our body can definitely affect our health.
I'd like to suggest that the Pareto Principle is FLIPPED when it comes to health and nutrition.
Here's how:
If we eat "well" 80% of the time and indulge 20% of the time, our bodies adapt and we shouldn't suffer too many ill effects of those indulgences. Although the 20% DOES count for a lot, the consistency of the 80% keeps us on the healthy path.
If we exercise 80% of our days and rest 20% of the time, we should be able to maintain a strong, healthy body. Taking some rest days will not diminish our strength, power, or endurance gains. In fact, research has shown that rest days actually ENHANCE our training gains.
If 80% of the time we get a decent night's sleep, and 20% of the time we stay up late Netflix binging, our bodies will recover. Yes, it's best to stay on a consistent sleep schedule, but life is fun and sometimes the fun doesn't start until the kids are tucked away for the night.
You get what I'm saying?
So last weekend was Father's Day, and the only thing my husband James wanted was homemade cinnamon rolls. Not the healthy kind I'm inclined to make (gluten-free, sugar-free, dairy-free). No. The delicious kind (gluten-full, sugar-full, and ooey-
Here's a picture of the finished product. Don't they look fabulous?
Now here's what I really want to talk about—THE GUILT.
How many of you would indulge in this delicious treat and then beat yourself up for it the rest of the day? The reality for many people I work with is that they feel "bad" or "weak" when they partake of delicious, unhealthy treats. It doesn't need to be that way.
Here's the thing—If you eat clean, nutritious, healthy food 80% of the time it is okay to take a bite (or 20 as I did) of something not-so-healthy and "get away with it."
No guilt. No despair. No, you didn't ruin your diet. You didn't undo what you've been working so hard for.
You gotta live a little, right?
You just can't eat like that all the time. Father's Day comes once a year, so the cinnamon-y and cream cheese-y goodness is okay once a year. (We actually do cinnamon rolls Christmas morning, so that's twice a year). Once or twice a year won't kill you. It won't even effect you much at all. It's the daily "treats" that are our downfall.
We need to plan out our indulgences so we can make sure that 80% of the time we are making good choices. Birthdays, holidays, and anniversaries can be calendared in advance. Work parties, neighborhood BBQs, and other social events usually give a bit of notice, too.
Plan for them.
Calendar your activities so you can make sure you're eating and exercising 80% of the time. Then relax and enjoy the other 20%. It's simple.
The flip side of the Pareto Principle—the 80/20 rule—making sure you're healthy AND happy for a long, long time. Even if you're a health nut like me.
****Oh, and before I go, I thought you might like the homemade cinnamon roll recipe.
Yours in indulgence,


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Milan Fashion Week: Less is More at Prada, Arbesser Keeps it Personal
Highlights from Wednesday's shows launching Milan Fashion Week of mostly womenswear previews for spring/summer 2020:
Benetton Makes a Splash on the Eve of Milan Fashion Week
The storied family-owned knitwear brand is seeking to make waves inside the world of Italian fashion under the artistic guidance of French designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.
Burberry, Christopher Kane Show New Collections in London
There were glittery runway shows Monday as London Fashion Week showcased some of its top stars including Burberry and Christopher Kane.
Actress Jessica Hecht's Emmy Night Comes Down to the Dress
Being a size 2 came in handy as Hecht was deciding on just the right red carpet look for her big night Sunday at the creative arts Emmys, to air Saturday on FX ahead of the main slate. She didn't win, but she had a ball picking out a dress.
Dreamy, Confident Shows Mark London Fashion Week
Fashion devotees basked in sunny weather and strong, sometimes whimsical collections as London Fashion Week neared its climax Sunday with runway shows by Roland Mouret, Victoria Beckham, Simone Rocha and others throughout the city.
Model Naomi Campbell Takes Spotlight at London Fashion Week
Model Naomi Campbell took center stage at London Fashion Week on Saturday night with a gala charity benefit at the impressive setting of the world famous British Museum.
London Fashion Week: Extravaganza Kicks Off with Gala Shows
High heels, skinny jeans and dragon-themed jackets have descended on London with Friday's start of Fashion Week.
11 Looks From Marc Jacobs' NY Fashion Week Finale
Twice a year, the New York fashion world trudges to the Upper East Side and the cavernous Park Avenue Armory to see what new tricks Marc Jacobs has up his sleeve.
Michael Kors Pays Tribute to American Style at NY Fashion Week
There were no flag outfits, but Michael Kors' show for New York Fashion Week was very much a patriotic tribute as he saluted American fashion with a collection that ran from nautical chic to classic glamour-girl gowns to whimsical polka-dot designs.
Marc Jacobs Closes NY Fashion Week on a High
Somehow Jacobs, who has the final Fashion Week slot every time — a position of considerable pressure — tends to find a way to surprise and impress.
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Crowdfunding has expanded into the video game industry in recent years as companies like Fig and Gambitious take advantage of the JOBS Act that opened the door for average people putting money in startups. Now virtual reality startup Virtuix, maker of the Omni motion gamepad, is using crowdfunding site SeedInvest to raise money.
Jan Goetgeluk, founder and CEO of Virtuix, says this "mini-IPO" will start on March 23 under the new rules of Regulation A+, which allows the public to invest in private companies. Using SeedInvest, Virtuix is hoping to raise $10 million to a maximum of $15 million authorized by federal crowdfunding rules. Earlier this year, the company used SeedInvest to test the investment waters, and received interest from more than 3,200 potential investors who said they were ready to plow in more than $29 million.
"Given the excess demand, we will launch a reservation process on SeedInvest that allows potential investors to reserve their spot and get access to our round during our soft launch targeted on March 21, two days before the round opens publicly," Goetgeluk says.
He says institutional investors that have already indicated interest in participating in this Series A round include Scentan Ventures, Western Technology Investment, Tekton Ventures, and Scout Ventures. The round would imply a valuation of $35 million for the company (excluding the investment cash), or $2.33 per share.
"The minimum investment on SeedInvest will be $1,000," Goetgeluk says. "However, the deal structure and terms are the same for SeedInvest investors and institutional or accredited investors."
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Proceeds will be used to continue product development, expand sales and marketing efforts, and continue the development of Virtuix's multiplayer first-person shooter game Omni Arena, he said.
That game, which debuted at CES 2016 in Las Vegas in January, will be on display at the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco March 14-18. Virtuix will once again be featuring a virtual reality eSports exhibition with Omni Arena.
Virtuix is currently catching up on its backlog of 5,000 orders it's received for the $699 motion gamepad, although through Feb. 1 pre-orders only cost $499. The Omni allows the user to walk or run in any direction while exploring any game, both with our without virtual reality. Virtuix is compatible with Facebook's Oculus Rift, the HTC Vive, and Sony's PlayStation VR platforms.
"Our sales have nearly tripled since we started shipping the Omni a few months ago," Goetgeluk says. "The long-awaited launch of consumer head-mounted displays is an exciting milestone for us as well, and we are compatible with all major head-mounted displays coming to market."
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The focus for the company now is online sales, but Goetgeluk says the company will sell its products through retailers in the future after VR gets mass market adoption.
In its basic form, the Omni emulates a keyboard or standard gamepad that works with legacy games and virtual reality content. The device doesn't rely on developer support for content. And it simply plugs into a PC or console and works.
"We're working with most major VR game developers to integrate our Omni SDK (software development kit) for optimal Omni support," Goetgeluk says. "Developers of first-person shooters and exploration games for VR are excited about the Omni, as our device provides a crucial locomotion solution that enables these active VR experiences safely and comfortably without motion sickness."


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Divaine 100 Tablet
Divaine 100 mg Tablet is an antibiotic which is used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria in the lungs, reproductive organs, and skin. This medicine may cause teeth discoloration in children.
Divaine 100mg
Description Of Divaine 100mg
Divaine 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic which is used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria in the lungs, reproductive organs, and skin. This medicine may cause teeth discoloration in children. It may also increase the risk of sunburns when exposed to sunlight.
Divaine 100mg Chemical Name
- Minocycline
Divaine 100mg Manufacturer
- Cipla Ltd.
Uses of Divaine 100mg
Divaine 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
What is Divaine 100mg?
Divaine 100mg Tablet is used for Acne, Nongonococcal urethritis, Nocardiosis, Bacterial infections, Multibacillary leprosy, Asymptomatic meningococcal carriers, Gonorrhea, Mycobacterium marinum infections, Rheumatoid arthritis, Syphilis and other conditions. Divaine 100mg Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
How Divaine 100mg working?
Divaine 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
How is Divaine 100mg used?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Divaine 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Divaine 100mg Indications
Take Divaine 100mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not consume larger amounts than prescribed. Drink an adequate amount of water to prevent the irritation of the intestine. It is advised that you do not take this medicine with iron and calcium supplements. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesired effects.
Divaine 100mg Dosage
- Divaine 100mg Injection
- Divaine 50mg
- Divaine 100mg
Contraindication Of Divaine 100mg
Hypersensitivity to Divaine 100mg Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Divaine 100mg Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
- Azotemia
- Clostridium difficile bacteria related colitis
- Kidney disease
- Liver problems
- Pregnancy
- Problems with food passing through esophagus
- Pseudotumor cerebri
Adverse effects Of Divaine 100mg
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Loss of appetite
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Hearing impairment
- Tooth discoloration
- Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
- Indigestion
Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of Divaine 100mg
Divaine 100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Divaine 100mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
Divaine 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Divaine 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Do not take antacids or medicines containing zinc or iron at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Divaine 100mg Tablet.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Storage Conditions for Divaine 100mg
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.


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DETROIT — Toyota Motor Corp. led all North American automakers in manufacturing productivity last year, but Detroit's three automakers continued to close the gap with their Japanese rivals, according to a study watched closely by the industry.
The annual report, which was released Thursday and prepared by Troy-based Harbour Consulting, compares labor productivity at six companies that have North American plants.
It took Toyota 29.93 labor hours to build components and assemble each vehicle.
Nissan Motor Co., 2005's most productive company, finished second at 29.97 hours, but Harbour Consulting had to estimate that figure because Nissan would not provide 2006 data.
Honda Motor Co. finished third at 31.63 hours, followed by General Motors Corp. at 32.36 and DaimlerChrysler AG at 32.9, Harbour reported. Ford Motor Co. finished last at 35.1 hours, but that was nearly a 2 percent improvement over 2005's 35.8 hours.
Harbour Consulting President Ron Harbour said the difference between the most and least productive companies last year was 5.17 hours, more than two hours better than the 7.33-hour gap in 2005. Yet the gap still is equal to about $300 per vehicle in favor of Toyota, the study said.
The productivity gain came because Toyota's performance declined while the Detroit Three continued to improve. Ford and GM became more productive by shedding thousands of workers through buyouts and early retirement offers, and all three continued to work with unions to negotiate away work rules that place them at a disadvantage to the Japanese companies, Harbour said. The improvements came even though sales and production declined for all three Detroit automakers, he said.
"I think it's a major point that Ford, Chrysler and GM all made improvements despite the fact that they all had some significant drops in volume," he said. "When you're losing production volume that fast, it's pretty hard to make productivity improvements."
Toyota's labor hour total was 1.8 percent longer than 2005, mainly due to a large number of new models launched at its plants, including the new Camry and Tundra pickup trucks, Harbour said.
Honda, DaimlerChrysler and GM all showed better than 2 percent improvements, according to the report.
Ford, GM and Chrysler could narrow the gap even further in 2007, because they didn't realize the full impact of productivity improvements in 2006, Harbour said. One of them could even overtake Toyota if production volumes don't drop too much, he said.
"We should see a big improvement in the Big Three's numbers overall in 2007," Harbour said.
The Detroit Three have been steadily catching up to Japanese automakers. The difference between the most productive and the least productive automakers was 9.1 hours in 2004 and 16.6 hours in 1998.
GM had four of the top 10 most productive vehicle assembly plants, including the most productive plant in the study, Oshawa No. 2 in Oshawa, Ontario.
Joe Hinrichs, Ford's vice president of North American manufacturing, said although his company is behind competitors, it has seen five straight years of productivity improvements.
"Our rate of improvement was better than some," Hinrichs said.
He added that Ford has worked with union leaders on forging agreements to make plants more efficient. That includes allowing workers to do multiple jobs and contracting out traditional union jobs to save money.
Harbour said such agreements are a necessity as the Detroit Three try to return to profitability.
According to the study, Ford lost $5,234 per vehicle before taxes last year, followed by GM with a $1,436 loss and DaimlerChrysler, which lost $1,072 per vehicle.
In contrast, Toyota made $1,266 per vehicle, while Honda made $1,368 and Nissan made $1,575.
While Harbour gives the United Auto Workers and Canadian Auto Workers credit for helping the Detroit Three reduce costs, he said more must be done in the upcoming U.S. national contract talks.
"They have really come to the party here and made some really big improvements," he said. "But there's still some things out there."
The Detroit Three have to erase productivity differences at any cost because their viability depends on it, Harbour said. Generally, wages and benefits cost the Detroit Three about $30 per hour more than Asian competitors with North American plants.
"It's to the point now where some of those clauses in the labor agreements are now standing out. They're really being highlighted," Harbour said.
Nissan, which by Harbour's estimates increased its hours of production by 5.3 percent in 2006, said it stopped providing data this year because collecting the information solely for the report was becoming costly and time-consuming, said spokeswoman Vicki Smith.
The Harbour Report, first published in 1989, measures productivity at assembly, stamping and engine and transmission plants. It calculates the number of hours worked by salaried and hourly employees at a plant and divides that by the number of units produced.
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Canadian Foreign Minister Stephane Dion said that Canada will not tolerate from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov any insults against the community of Ukraine in the country. This was announced by Canadian Member of Parliament Borys Wrzesnewskyj, who has Ukrainian roots, JoInfo.ua reports with reference to LB.ua.
"I am so pleased to go to Ukraine to express to the Government of Ukraine the steadfast support of Canada for Ukraine, how much we deeply disagree with the invasion and interference of the Russian Government in Ukraine, and also how much we will not tolerate from Russian minister any insults against the community of Ukraine in Canada. We owe so much to Ukrainian Canadians and we will always support them," – said Mr Dion.
Minister Dion also announced his visit to Kyiv this weekend to express "Canada's support and thereby send a strong message to Russia and its leaders that Canada will continue to oppose Russia's occupation of Ukrainian lands."
It should be recalled that on January 26, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that the Canadian government in relations with Russia follows the interests of the "rabid Ukrainian Diaspora", but not its own.
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Commissioner Stewart Names Martin County Educator Patrick Farley Teacher of the Year Finalist
~ Farley receives $15,000 and chance to compete for statewide Teacher of the Year ~
Stuart, Fla., May 9, 2018 – Today, Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart surprised Patrick Farley in his classroom with a check for $15,000 and the news that he is one of five Teacher of the Year finalists. The statewide Teacher of the Year will be announced at the annual Florida Teacher of the Year Gala July 13 in Orlando. Each district's Teacher of the Year will receive $10,000, and the state winner will receive a total of $20,000.
"Congratulations to Patrick Farley on being selected as one of five 2019 Teacher of the Year finalists," said Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart. "His passion for educating Florida's future generations has enabled him to have a profound impact on his students and to form strong positive relationships with their families. He possesses many outstanding qualities that make him an excellent role model for all educators, and it is a pleasure to recognize him."
Farley has been an educator for 11 years, and he is currently a third and fourth grade gifted teacher at Crystal Lakes Elementary School, where he has taught a variety of grade levels since 2013. Martin County School District Superintendent Laurie Gaylord applauded him for his role in Crystal Lakes Elementary School improving its school grade from a "C" to an "A" last year, noting his well-documented success and designation as a High Impact Teacher. Farley has embraced the growth mindset concept, and he helps his students and colleagues realize they have a limitless ability to develop and improve and that failure is essential to achieving success.
His involvement in the school community extends far beyond the classroom. Farley has chaired the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support committee, which includes training staff for working with behavioral challenges and the development of a reward system to reinforce positive student behavior. He also coaches the school's track team, running and cubing clubs and the robotics team.
This year's five finalists were chosen from more than 198,700 public school teachers throughout the state. After each school district selects its Teacher of the Year, a selection committee representing teachers, principals, parents and the business community reviews each district application on the basis of outstanding ability to teach and communicate knowledge of the subject taught, professional development, philosophy of teaching, and outstanding school and community service.
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The daunting question when you receive a reply card—how do I fill it out? Here is the answer in a few simple parts:
Sounds simple, right? Tell the host who is responding. You are responding as one of these three ways, which is dictated by
to whom specifically your invitation envelope was addressed.
In this case write your name.
Begin with your social title if the invitation is addressed formally.
SINGLE with A GUEST
In this case write your name and the name of your guest. That's right, you have to commit.
Your name goes first, preceded by your social title if the invitation is addressed formally. Your Plus One's name goes second, following the same protocol.
REPRESENTING the HOUSEHOLD
Make sure you don't assume—are the kids on invited on the invitation envelope?
Respond with the the adults and their titles, then the children oldest to youngest.
Use by your social title if the invitation is addressed formally.
Here's the quick guide to the most common social titles. These are NOT the same as professional titles. Clergy, military, and medical doctors
use the titles from their respective fields. Lawyers and Ph.D. advanced degrees folks—this is not the place for your title, you are Mr., Ms., Mrs., or Miss.
According to Emily Post, the title Master can be used on formal correspondence to young boys until age eight.
The young man becomes "Mr." when he turns eighteen. During the years between, no title is needed.
Girls are referred to as Miss until they are married or choose to become Ms.
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In part six of this seven-part series on addiction we peer through the glass of entertainment addiction and explore what it is and how it affects us.
For the final category in this series, we will look at a group of behaviors that can all fit under the umbrella of "Entertainment Addiction." While perhaps the least examined and talked about type of addiction, these can also be the most widespread. In fact, it's probably safe to say that it affects almost everyone, at some capacity, in the modern world.
What is Entertainment Addiction?It's a fairly broad category that includes everything from movies and TV to video games, to celebrity gossip, to social media, and the internet. It includes the almost infinite variety of content available online and can even include the strange addiction of taking and posting "selfies." Yes, selfie addiction is a real thing.
Let's face it, our world today is saturated by media and it can be both a good and a bad thing.
- Good: it allows us to connect with people who aren't physically nearby, to have access to all kinds of information, and to enjoy experiences that we might otherwise never have.
- Bad: it can suck up our time, steal our joy, expose us to things we don't want in our life and take us away from the people and real-life experiences that are there right in front of us.
It's no secret the compound dopamine thrives on novelty and stimulation, and there's no shortage out there. In addition to the vast choices already available, more movies, YouTube videos, TV shows, games, gossip, blogs, web articles, etc., only add to the nausea in our lives.
With laptops, smartphones, iPads, wearable devices, and so on keeping us connected, we have almost constant access to a never-ending stream of entertainment. Entertainment to help us escape from everyday life.
Is it Love or Addiction?So how can you tell whether you're just a movie buff that loves watching movies or whether you have an addiction? How do you tell if you're just really passionate about gaming or if you have a gaming addiction? How much time on the internet is too much time? And when does social media use cross-over that boundary into the realm of addiction? To help provide answers, we turn to a definition of addiction.
PsychologyToday tells us that addiction is a condition that results when a person ingests a substance or engages in an activity that can be pleasurable but the continued use/act of which becomes compulsive and interferes with ordinary life responsibilities, such as work, relationships, or health. The website also goes on to explain that most addictive behavior is triggered by emotional stress.
The Root ProblemIn previous articles, we've explored how various addictive substances can fill the six human needs as coined by self-improvement guru Tony Robbins. However, because entertainment addiction can be such a broad category in itself we're going to explore the various types within that category.
As mentioned above, addictive behavior, especially when not to a substance, is usually triggered by emotional stress. We get lonely, angry, frustrated, weary. We feel 'weighed down,' helpless, and weak.
What we want, at that moment, is to escape. To escape our day-to-day problems. Distance ourselves from the pain and find pleasure and an emotional high elsewhere. We want to escape our reality.
Leaving the Real WorldThis concept is known as "escapism." While escapism isn't always a bad thing—sometimes it's good to take a little break from your troubles to refresh and recharge.
Escapism only becomes a problem when we begin to replace reality with whatever we're escaping to.How does it affect us and our true realities? In more ways, than you might think. For instance, it begins to interfere with our work, relationships, hobbies, and many other aspects of our life.
This is because we've somehow learned escaping into the world of movies, video games, social media, or the latest celebrity gossip helps us detach from the world around us. The problem is we start to let it consume our time and energy. Sound familiar to the description of an addiction?
The website FeelHappiness explains that,
"Escapism allows us to numb ourselves to a reality that we do not want to accept."It allows us to avoid pain in our lives. Even if it's only temporary. It allows us to imagine we're someone other than ourselves with a better life. One that we can't experience in reality.
Where We Escape ToProbably the most common and the easiest form of escapism in entertainment is movies and television. For two hours or forty minutes or even twenty, we live in another world. We relate, connect, and experience the highs and lows of the characters on screen as though we are living them out ourselves. The difference is, we don't actually have to think, act, or give any consideration to our own lives.
A close second is gaming. Whether it be on the Playstation, XBOX, PC, tablet, or phone. Even though gaming requires the gamer to exert a certain level of thinking, the gaming world we immerse ourselves in is still far removed from our own. And to many, it's preferable. There are so many things you can do in a game that you couldn't—or wouldn't—do in reality.
Another example is with internet browsing. How often have you gotten sucked into a click-bait hole while surfing the web that has lead you into hours upon hours of browsing? Whether it's news and politics, fanfiction, popular blogs, interesting trivia, or celebrity gossip, there's always more. Once again, it takes the focus off of ourselves and transports us elsewhere.
Celebrity gossip can be a particularly potent form. We see the posts appear on our Facebook feed, "10 celebrities you didn't know were gay", "23 awkward child stars who grew up hot" or "7 things you didn't know about the Kardashians." It's continuous, and for hours it can keep us scrolling, clicking, watching.
Why? Celebrities have (seemingly) glamorous, exciting lives. They inhabit what appears to be a different kind of reality than ours, one that we're curious about. One we can't help wanting to know more about, even if we know, on some level, that they're really—just people like us.
Social Media AddictionThis article wouldn't be complete without mention of social media. Social media sites are among some of the most popular sites people spend most of their time on. Again, social media networks like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Pinterest, Tumblr, etc. can be a wonderful tool for communication, learning, expressing ourselves, discovery, and more.
But they can also engulf us into hours of meaningless, time wasted clicking and scrolling. We escape into either obsessing over the lives of others (which often leads to comparison and jealousy) or into desperately seeking affirmation by counting "likes" and hounding comments on our own posts.
Selfie AddictionThe pursuit for affirmation can lead to what The Huffington Post calls "selfie addiction." The young man mentioned in the article, Danny Bowman, became so obsessed that he was at one point taking up to 200 pictures a day of himself to post on social media.
We all know the teenage girls who post way too many photos of themselves which show up on our Instagram feed. Chances are, they've grown dependent on the high they get from sharing their image with the world. Seeking affirmation for their looks.
When To Make A ChangeAgain, none of these forms of entertainment are inherently harmful. Movies, TV, and gaming can be great ways to relax and unwind. Social media can keep us connected in good ways. Not to mention, the internet is full of useful and inspiring information.
So how do we make a change?
As with many other things, it starts with taking a step back. Look at the big picture. What are your goals? Are you taking any steps to achieve them? Is more of your time spent mindlessly than purposefully? Maybe you want to learn an instrument but haven't found the time. Could a few hours of web surfing be repurposed to fit in a few hours of practice? Or perhaps you would like to get in shape. Could you trade in your Netflix subscription in for a gym membership?
It's Your MoveTake a look at your life. Take a look at your goals. And, take a look at how you spend your time. What are you missing out on? Are you ultimately happy with your life? Or are you frustrated by your seeming inability to stop these unfavorable and unproductive behaviors?
Remember, a life without endless, time-consuming entertainment is possible. But, first, you have to make a choice, set your priorities, and commit to those decisions.
In the next and final installment in this series, we'll go over some tactics for breaking all kinds of addictions. But in the meantime, observe yourself and your life. Take honest self-inventory. Step out of the 'fantasy' for a little while and face the music. Who knows. It just may be better than you remembered.
Other articles in this 7-part series:
- What is an Addiction and Addiction Formation.
- Stages of Addiction: Are You Addicted?
- Substance Abuse: The Catalyst for Drug Addiction.
- Sexual Addictions: The Science and Psychology.
- Food Addictions: It's Not Just About Food.
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The last step in a customer's DIY cabin sole replacement was this section of removable flooring in front of the V berth. Just buying a new sheet of Teak and Holly ply would work but a new sheet is $250 and this only needed around a quarter sheet so I got creative and cut scrap pieces to fit.
It looks like just two pieces of ply cover the surface but there are actually seven pieces. The picture annotated with red lines shows the approximate locations of the seams.
The trim is solid Mahogany and was left unbunged until final fitting. The bit of trim that is part of the sole was added because there wasn't enough ply to work with. A mistake or two and this project would not have worked out. A Mahogany strip could also have been inlaid at the obvious seam for a more finished look but the customer was happy with the result as is.


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Willow Bend Community Church has online giving available to those who desire to use it. We believe that living debt free is a worthy goal for all Christians. We offer online giving only as a convenience and not as a way to get around sound Biblical money management principles. Users of online giving are responsible for setting up and controlling their online giving options themselves. Online giving is secure and tax deductible. With this process, you will be able to give using your debit card or an e-check from your bank account. We do not encourage using a credit card unless you are in the habit of paying your balance off every month.
You are free to give as we receive the weekly offering in the Sunday morning worship service, by mailing your contribution in to the church, or now by the internet. We welcome you to give whatever God has laid on your heart to give, however God has directed you to give. You can give with confidence and assurance that your transactions are confidential and secure.
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You can prioritize your giving in your budget. The Bible indicates giving is to be the first thing we do with our money and not a last or leftover matter in my life. Read Proverbs 3:9-10. It is easy to let our standards and intentions be compromised by the press of expenses and billing cycles. With online giving, your giving is done automatically.
You can increase your faithfulness. Have you ever forgotten your gift, left it at home or pledged to double it in the future? Have you had times where you have fallen behind because of travel and other schedule interruptions? Online giving provides a way to strengthen your faithfulness.
You can help your church. Through online giving, you expedite your gift, simplify our accounting, and strengthen our base of regular support.
You can encourage faith and faithfulness in the lives of fellow believers. As you plan and prioritize your giving, you will lead the way for others to grow and mature in their spiritual stewardship. Being a forerunner in this new area of planned giving, you can provide personal testimony and example for others to follow.


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