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U.S. signs defense accord with Philippines
As President Barack Obama arrived in the Philippines on Monday, the United States announced that it will sign a defense agreement with the island nation that will give American troops, ships and aircraft more access to the Philippines than they've had since the last U.S. military base closed here in 1992.
The accord, which was signed by the United States ambassador before Obama touched down, "is the most significant defense agreement that we have concluded with the Philippines in decades," Evan Medeiros, the administration's senior director for Asian affairs, told reporters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
It had been unclear whether U.S. and Philippines negotiators, who've been working on the accord for eight months, would reach agreement before Obama's visit, the first by a U.S. president since 2003. Signing it will symbolize American support for the Philippines as it confronts China over competing claims to vast stretches of the South China Sea. It will also give Obama something solid to crow about as he returns to Washington Tuesday night.
In an interview with a Philippines media outlet, ABS-CBN News, released Sunday, Obama said the agreement helps reaffirm the "incredible ties" between the U.S. and the Filipino people. But he was careful to note it will not mean new U.S. bases in the Philippines, a move that would rile up nationalists and anti-war demonstrators, some of whom have been protesting in advance Obama's visit, his first to the Philippines.
"Given the long history between our nations, some Filipinos have questions about what any new defense agreement might mean," Obama said. "I want to be absolutely clear _ the new defense cooperation agreement that we are negotiating is not about trying to reclaim old bases or build new bases. Rather, any new agreement would give American service members greater access to Filipino facilities, airfields and ports, which would remain under the control of the Philippines."
Medeiros described the 10-year agreement as a way for the U.S. military to have "enhanced rotation presence" in the islands. "It's a framework that will allow us to train and to exercise with the armed forces of the Philippines on a range of missions." As examples, he cited "humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, maritime security, countering transnational crime, (and) proliferation of weapons of mass destruction."
Relations between the U.S. and Manila soured in 1991, when the Philippines' senate rejected a long-standing security agreement with the United States and ordered it to leave the Subic Bay naval base, the last of its military installations, the next year. The naval base had been a mainstay of the U.S. Navy's presence in the Pacific since 1902.
Manila gradually has been wooing the U.S. back, first to help fight Muslim insurgents on the southern island of Mindanao and also to help train and equip the Philippine's meager military as China elbows its way into the South China Sea.
Beijing and Manila have been locked in a dispute over the Scarborough and Ayungin shoals in the Spratly Islands. To shore up its claim over the latter shoal, the Philippines has housed a handful of marines on a rusting ship, the Sierra Madre, that sits beached on a remote reef.
In response to a question Sunday, Medeiros said that Subic Bay could be one of the facilities used by the U.S. military under the agreement. The facility, which the Philippines converted to a free trade zone after the U.S. left, sits about 120 miles from Scarborough Shoal, where military and fishing boats from China and the Philippines have skirmished in recent years.
Administration officials, however, attempted to stress Sunday that the defense agreement wasn't aimed at countering Beijing's military. "We're not doing this because of China. We're doing this because we have a longstanding alliance partner," said Medeiros.
While in Japan as part of his four-nation Asian trip, Obama grabbed attention by stating that the United States would come to Japan's defense if an enemy attacked islands Tokyo has administrative control over. That statement has prompted questions in Manila about how, under treaty obligations with the Philippines, the United States would respond if China were to attempt to, say, pull the Sierra Madre ship off its disputed reef.
"It will be interesting to see how President Obama refers to the land features that Manila claims in the South China Sea," said Don Emmerson, a Southeast Asia specialist at the Shorenstein Pacific Research Center at Stanford University. "The presence of a few Philippine marines on the rusting deck of the Sierra Madre is not exactly what one has in mind when one hears the word 'administration.'"
Neither Obama nor Philippines President Benigno S. Aquino III will be signing the defense agreement. That will likely be done Monday morning by U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Phil Goldberg and a Philippines counterpart before Obama arrives, Medeiros said.
While Obama may face some protests in Manila, surveys show that he and the United States are highly regarded by most Filipinos, who are likely to welcome him with customary hospitality. In a column in the Manila Bulletin on Sunday, former Philippines President Fidel V. Ramos jokingly suggested that Obama change his name to "Baracko 'Bama."
"Baracko," he noted, means "macho, maverick, risk taker."


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I had this beautiful pork loin in the freezer that I had gotten on special, and needed to use it. I pulled it out of the freezer the night before I was going to cook it, and I planned to figure out what to do with it the next day.
This recipe was inspired by what I had on hand, and I have to tell you it was delicious. Next time I may throw in a few sun~dried tomatoes and maybe pine nuts. Also, this technique with veggies and a pesto I believe would be wonderful as well.
Since it was a weeknight meal, I did not make any sauce to go over it, but it would be great to do that for a company dinner. What sauce, I do not know, but if you come up with one, let me know!
Pork Loin ~ stuffed with feta, spinach and olive tapenade
1 boneless center cut pork loin roast (around 3 lbs)
1 cup olive tapenade (I used store-bought)
handful baby spinach, washed, dried, and chopped in slivers
1/2 cup (or to taste) feta cheese
garlic, optional
Something to hold the roast shut ~ skewers, twine, toothpicks
Preheat oven to 450 degrees with rack in the middle position. take pork loin and slice from one side to almost the other, opening like a book. Mix olive tapenade, feta, and spinach slivers (some garlic here if you like) in a bowl. Spread mixture on the pork, and close. You can use twine to tie it shut, all I had on hand were some bamboo skewers, so I 'sewed' the pork shut with those. ( Tip: If you think of it, soak the skewers in water first. I did not, and they were scorched on the tips, but it did not affect the roast at all.)
I brushed the top of the roast with Greek salad dressing (not creamy!), but you can just put salt and pepper, or olive oil, or any seasonings you like.
Place in oven for 10 minutes. Without opening the door, lower the temperature to 250 degrees. Roast another hour; then check to see if it's done. A meat thermometer should read 150 to 155 degrees. Check every 10 to 15 minutes until you get that reading.
Take out of oven, tent with foil, and let sit for 10 minutes. Cut and serve.
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Pork Loin ~ stuffed with feta, spinach and olive tapenade
at 1:13 PM I kicked back & slacked Mrs. G.F.
Labels: dinner, easy, meat, naturally gluten free, tried and true
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that looks really tasty! I have this jar of olive, artichoke heart tapenade/bruschetta in the fridge, that could be excellent in something like this. I never would have though of it. thanks!
- April 1, 2008 at 8:14 PM
- Carrie said...
OH Yum!!! That is such a wonderful idea!! Looks fantastic SM!! I bet that would also be good in the middle of a burger!! I need to buy a pork loin when they go on sale again! You can do SO much with them!!
- April 2, 2008 at 9:07 AM
- The Good Eatah said...
That looks great! I like the idea of adding pine nuts and sun-dried tomatoes, too.
Every other week there seems to be a pork loin buy one, get one free special at my local Roche Bros. Now I know what to do with my extra!
- April 2, 2008 at 11:53 AM
- Slacker Mom (aka Mrs. GF) said...
Karen ~ I am so glad to share. Artichoke hearts, now that's an idea!!
Carrie ~ My fellow pork lover! Stuffed burger, now that sounds so good. :)
Good eatah ~ Are you from MA? I am thinking so, since I grew up there, and that 'sounds' like a MA accent to me! :)
- April 3, 2008 at 8:03 AM
- Sondra said...
That looks so good. I think I will have to try that with chicken. (pork allergy!). I love spinach and feta!
- April 5, 2008 at 8:35 PM
- Slacker Mom (aka Mrs. GF) said...
Sondra ~ I have done something akin to this with chicken breasts. I just cut a pocket in the thick part of the boneless breast and stuff it in. Yummy!
- April 6, 2008 at 11:31 AM
- Sheltie Girl said...
This sounds simply delicious. All that feta, spinach and olive tapenade...Yum!
Sheltie Girl @ Gluten A Go Go
- April 7, 2008 at 8:45 AM
- The Good Eatah said...
Hey Slacker Mom! I sure am. I "pahk my cah in hahvad yahd." See! ;)
I'm just south of Boston. Where did you grow up?
- April 7, 2008 at 12:47 PM
- Slacker Mom (aka Mrs. GF) said...
Sheltie Girl ~ Thanks!!! :) Gotta love feta.
Good eatah ~ I grew up just north of Boston, and I now live even more north. :) Nothing like that MA accent. I love going back to Bean Town and hearing it. :)
- April 7, 2008 at 12:54 PM
- Celulite said...
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- April 9, 2008 at 10:17 AM
- toro said...
Hi,I am Japanese, but the translation read.
Just read the hungry.
I also mainly sweets recipes written blog.
I would like to exchange information with each other.
Because of the link to your blog.
If you would like, my blog also links please.
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- April 10, 2008 at 4:52 AM
- Karen said...
Oooo, I just love pork and chicken with feta! This recipe is right up my alley. I am have a feeling I am going to LOVE this recipe. Thanks for posting it!
- April 19, 2008 at 10:09 PM
- Michaela said...
I'm super excited for these recipes! I am 21 and in college and just recently got diagnosed with celiac...so you can imagine how hard it is to eat well (especially when everyone runs out and orders take-out!). Anyways, I love your blog but I was just wondering at what temperature you would use when adapting this recipe for chicken? Thanks!
- November 17, 2008 at 4:50 AM
- Mrs. G.F. said...
Michela ~ That must be tough, being in college and having to deal with celiac. You go girl!!
I would cook them at 350 for about 30 minutes. Make sure that the chicken is cooked through. You could do this 'en papillote' a French method that sounds fancy but is really easy.
Basically, you wrap each breast loosely in tinfoil, making the folded crease at the top of the foil so the juices don't run out. You don't even have to stuff the breasts, you can just put everything on top. Cook at 450 for about 25 minutes. be careful opening, there will be steam. You can freeze other breasts for a quick meal.
This method is also great with fish, and you can add any veggies you like in there as well.
Also, check out the Blog in my links sidebar, Don't Need No Stinkin' Wheat. She doesn't write much lately, but she was a college student with celiac that blogged all the easy recipes she created and tried. Sounds like that would be a great resource for you too. :)
Good luck, and let me know how it goes!!
- November 17, 2008 at 8:11 PM

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The first accident occurred around 4 p.m. Monday when a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu exited a private drive on the west side of Rochester Road south of Long Lake and was involved in a minor accident with an unidentified silver SUV. The 44-year-old man, who was driving a silver Toyota Scion, attempted to avoid the accident and turned left into the northbound traffic lanes. He sideswiped a Buick before hitting a 2004 Saturn head on. The Buick, which was sideswiped, then veered left into a 2001 Ford Taurus traveling south on Rochester Road.
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The drivers of the original accident left the scene without identifying themselves. The Troy Police Department is asking the drivers of the two vehicles to report their accident as soon as possible. Anyone who has any information is asked to call 248-524-3477.


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Obama announces Sebelius resignation, successor
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama says he's nominating his budget director, Sylvia Mathews Burwell, to succeed Kathleen Sebelius as Health and Human Services secretary.
The Cabinet shuffle lets Obama put a new face on his new health care law.
The move comes more than a week after the close of sign-ups for insurance coverage on the law.
After a rocky start that Sebelius was blamed for, the administration rebounded strongly to exceed expectations by enrolling 7.1 million people by the March 31 deadline.
Burwell's nomination requires Senate confirmation.
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Help Your Parents Prepare for Retirement
Whether your parents need to spend smarter or their retirement savings aren't enough to cover the bills, we tackle the problem and give you smart strategies for helping them without dipping into your own family's finances.
Lipika Frith, 38, of Tallahassee, Florida, always thought her parents would have enough money to retire in comfort, but things didn't work out that way. After her father passed away two years ago, her 73-year-old mother, who was partially paralyzed, had a tough time paying her mortgage and mounting medical expenses. "Money is the last thing I wanted my mom worrying about," says Lipika, a part-time legal researcher. She tried to help conserve her mother's limited resources by buying her groceries and taking her out for meals. But that put a financial strain on Lipika and husband Jerry, 36, a salesman; they were already struggling with the high cost of raising their children, Kristopher, 16, and Maya Grace, 2. "Mom had some income and investments, but we worried how long her money would last, especially if there were more setbacks," she recalls.
Lipika, whose mother died in October, is one of the growing number of Americans who have felt the squeeze trying to help their aging parents make ends meet. Across the country seniors have seen rising costs take huge chunks out of their social security and pension checks. In the face of longer life spans and chronic illness, even those who've diligently saved all their lives are seeing their nest eggs dwindle and debt rise.
As a result, about one in three adults contribute to their parents' care—on average, some $2,500 a year—according to the Pew Research Center. That can be hard not only on your pocketbook but also on your emotions. "Becoming a parent to your parents is not what any of us expect to be doing at this stage of life," says Georgia Witkin, PhD, a psychiatry professor at New York City's Mount Sinai Medical Center. "It's new—and often very frightening— territory." Whether your mom and dad need to manage their money more wisely or cope with a full-blown financial crisis, there are ways to lend them a hand without sacrificing your savings or your sanity.
Your parents are confident they have enough money to live comfortably during their retirement years. You'd like to get a clear picture of their financial situation before a crisis occurs, but they feel money matters are private and don't want to talk to you about them.
An indirect approach is usually the best way to get them to drop their guard and start a conversation. You could say, "Mom, my best friend's parents are really struggling with money and she's helping them sort things out. How are you guys doing?" You could also pass along relevant newspaper and magazine stories, or suggest attending a financial seminar together. "It may take several attempts, but chances are good that money's on their mind, and they'll be relieved to talk about it," says Jonathan Pond, author of Safe Money in Tough Times (McGraw-Hill).
Once they do open up, gather their financial paperwork (bank statements, investment records, loan documents, etc.) and determine their total assets and liabilities, income and expenses. Reassure them that you want to be certain they have enough money for the years to come and that you are not trying to take control. "Some seniors are hesitant to share financial information because they're worried their children will take all the money," says Jeanie Wyatt, CEO of South Texas Money Management in San Antonio. Then figure out how long their funds will last at their current rate of spending. (Use the American Association of Retired Persons Retirement Nest Egg Calculator at aarp.org/money.) If there's not enough money, your parents may need to adjust their investments. Pond recommends a mix of one-third stocks and two-thirds income-earning securities, such as CDs, bonds, and money market funds.
Now is also a good time to ask your parents about other key money matters. Do they want to stay in their home or sell it and move to a smaller place? Do they have a long-term-care policy? "When seniors run out of money and don't have coverage, the cost of care usually falls to their kids," says Lyn Dippel, vice president at Financial Advantage, in Columbia, Maryland. If your parents don't have insurance, Dippel suggests buying them a policy and splitting the cost with your siblings.
And what if your parents won't discuss their finances? Hire a financial advisor. Ask friends, family, and colleagues for references, or visit the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors website (napfa.com). Pond suggests using a fee-based professional rather than one who earns commissions on sales. "You want someone who is independent and will recommend what's in the client's best interests," he says. Set up an initial meeting and inform your parents you're coming along but that they'll have final say on hiring the advisor and managing their money.
Half of your parents' retirement fund was invested in the stock market—at your urging—and the value of their portfolio has plummeted. Though they're trying to downplay their troubles, you can see the warning signs, including mounting unpaid bills, maxed-out credit cards, house repairs left undone. The stress is taking a toll on you and also causing arguments between you, your husband, and siblings.
Don't waste time and energy feeling guilty. Instead, address the problem head-on. Figure out how much they're coming up short each month, then look for immediate ways to cut expenses. "Simple cutbacks, like eating out less and canceling premium cable channels, can save a couple hundred dollars or more a month," says Pond.
At the same time, take steps to boost their income. One option is moving low-rate savings and money market funds into higher-yielding short-term money market accounts, CDs, and bond funds. "You could increase the yield by 2% without putting the principal at risk," says Pond. (To find the best rates, visit bankrate.com/cd or go to investinginbonds.com.) Encourage them to sell unnecessary possessions, like their stamp collection or the dining room furniture they never use.
You've also got to tackle their credit card debt. First, discourage your parents from racking up more charges. Then go to the National Foundation for Credit Counseling at nfcc.org to find an expert who can help them negotiate with their creditors and set up a payment plan. If you want to give them money to help pay off what they owe, talk with your spouse about how much you can afford. Then sit down with your siblings and ask them to contribute in a way that feels fair to everyone. Those who earn less could help out in another way, such as by taking your parents to doctor appointments. "You want to work together for their sake and keep past rivalries out of it," says Witkin. A plan that involves the entire family will ease your anxiety—and keep your spouse from feeling angry and resentful. If you can't come to an agreement, consider hiring a financial advisor or attorney to act as an intermediary.
If these steps don't bring their budget back in line, your parents may have to take out a reverse mortgage, which allows those 62 and over to borrow against the equity in their home. The loan doesn't have to be paid off until they move, sell the property, or pass away (you and your siblings will likely be responsible). Reverse mortgages typically have steep fees and aren't right for everyone. "A financial advisor can help you weigh the pros and cons," says Wyatt. For more information, visit the Reverse Mortgage Education Project at aarp.org/money.
Your mom and dad have always counted on selling their house and buying a cheaper place to finance their retirement. But the value has dropped, and they can't find a buyer. Your parents have missed several mortgage payments and could be facing foreclosure.
Get the name of their lender and call immediately to find out what their options are for getting back on track. Most mortgage firms will work with delinquent borrowers by negotiating new payment plans or refinancing their loans at lower rates. "The sooner you get in touch, the greater chance you have of saving their home," says Pond. Be prepared to explain why your parents haven't been able to make their payments and to provide information about their overall assets and liabilities.
If you don't want to negotiate with the lender yourself, have a housing counselor do it for you. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (hud.gov) offers free or low-cost help nationwide, and its new Hope for Homeowners program provides 30-year, fixed-rate Federal Housing Administration mortgages for those at risk of foreclosure. In the meantime, help your parents sort out their bills and determine which ones need to be paid immediately. Call their unsecured creditors (such as doctors, dentists, etc.) and ask to postpone or reduce their payments.
If foreclosure is inevitable and your parents owe more on their loan than their home is worth, consider a short sale, where the bank agrees to accept less than the loan balance. Another possibility is filing for bankruptcy, which would allow your parents to keep their home and eliminate at least some of their debt. Contact the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys at www.naela.org to find a lawyer who can help all of you decide what's the best course of action.
Originally published in the February 2011 issue of Family Circle magazine.


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No country lives a hundred percent up to its written constitution.
As from the end of the year 1963 we have seen many violations of the 1960 Constitution in Cyprus culminating as we know in the years 1974 and 1975. These are comparable in size only to the disaster that occurred in the years 1570 and 1571 due to the expedition of Lala Mustafa Pasha, the conquest and the establishment of the Ottoman Rule in Cyprus. This rule subsided under British Rule, but never vanished, (*1) even when Britain declared Cyprus a Colony in the year 1925.
Many traditions and institutions established in 1570 continued to function under the colonial legislation of Cyprus and remained in force in the 1960 Constitution by explicit provisions or implicitly under Article 188.
In 1964, the Supreme Court of Cyprus being unable to oversee the implementation of many violated provisions, resorted to the law of necessity (*2), accepting the rule salus populi summa lex esto.
Under this rule, what was useful, continued to be applied, not being vitiated by what had collapsed, as prescribed in the civil law principle utile per inutile non vitiatur.
The new status quo had been deemed as abnormal (έκρυθμη) and left marginal and hopeful expectations for the return of the island to legality and constitutionality.
Under these rulings there was no pause in the implementation of the 1960 Constitution, maintaining all the granted characteristics of a "constitution octroyée" (*3) such as these happen to be.
The Greek Cypriots declared by an overwhelming majority their loyalty to this Constitution in the referendum of 24th April 2004.
The Republic of Cyprus continued to be recognized by all the civilized states and international organizations of the world, except Turkey which insists to consider it a vanished state.
It is up to Turkey to give the reasoning for their decision and act of non-recognition and not up to us to infer an explanation.
As we can see, the bond between the millet-bashi and the Sultan had simply been replaced by the 1960 Constitution and the accompanying international agreements.
This bond relied on the sword of Lala Mustafa and the Koran based on the premise of the "creed and the oath of subjection."
The sanction for non-compliance is stated in the words of Ethnarch Procopios of Constantinople and New Rome, Ecumenical Patriarch in the late 18th century addressed to the Bishop of Paros, Naxos and the Aegean Sea warning him that negligence on his behalf to abate a revolt against the Sultan, would have as a consequence:
"your holiness to suffer without prejudicium (*4) all those ills you are unable to reflect upon, for this carelessness of yours, without any mercy, and that you would repent in vain." (*5)
Only in the case of Cyprus, it is not his holiness that had suffered, but … the people who assumed the responsibility and suffered the consequences.
Freedom is nowhere a licence as such, even in the most widely liberal states. Licence and improvisation incur only damage and loss, pain and tears. Appeal to the international law in a vague manner is not valid without citing the specific international instrument involved in the specific circumstances. The law of nations relies on the will of nations or at least the greater number of them. (*6) As ius voluntarium this law is the product of coincidence of political wills between states.
It is subject to the principle of reciprocity and has one and only one limitation, its subordination to natural law on which positive law is founded.
(*1) See The Evcaf of Cyprus, p. 92-93, Cyprus Administrative Law by Zaim M.Nedjati LL.B. (Hons), Nicosia, 1970
(*2) See Cicero De Legibus III 3; Rudolf Von Ihering, Law as a Means to an End, 1977. P. 317; Law exists for the sake of Society, not society for the sake of law; Attorney General versus Mustafa Ibrahim and Others (1964) 3JSC, also 1964 C.L.R.
(*3) See paragraphs 16.4 and 18.8.3 Argyro Toumazou, Polity and Cyprus, Nicosia 2011.
(*4) praejudicium prior trial before the court.
(*5) See DAVLOS, Athens 2007, page 57-58.
(*6) See C. Th. Efstathiades, International Law, Athens, 1977, page 32.


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Last month we told you that David Waters had transitioned out of his role at the Washington Post's On Faith website to return to Memphis.
Waters still blogs for Under God, On Faith's daily religion blog, but the site has gone under some recent changes and will continue to adapt under a new editor. Former Newsweek editor Jon Meacham is no longer co-moderator (*updated: as of this week), and the site is no longer connected to Newsweek . Sally Quinn, who founded On Faith, is still involved, writing columns and and representing the site.
Now Elizabeth Tenety serves as editor of On Faith. She formerly was producer of Divine Impulse, On Faith's video interview series. Here's more from her bio:
She studied Theology and Government at Georgetown University and received her master's degree from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. A New York native, Elizabeth grew up in the home of Catholic news junkies where, somewhere in between watching the nightly news and participating in parish life, she learned to ponder both the superficial and the sacred.
She also happens to be a Navy wife.
You can follow On Faith on Twitter, watch some videos, read its contributors, add the RSS feed to your reader. We tend to focus on the news parts of the site, which Tenety, Michelle Boorstein and other Post reporters post on the Under God blog and on the Twitter feed. We put Tenety to the test of GetReligion's 5Q+1.
(1) Where do you get your news about religion?
I get religion news from the same places where I get my regular news -- msnbc.com is my favorite source for breaking news, NYTimes/Wapo for political and national coverage and an eclectic blend of blogs for everything else in between. I think religion journalists easily identify faith angles in everyday news, so I tend to find the "religion ghosts" in stories more interesting than straight religion news. Drudge and HufPo are my guilty pleasures. My really guilty pleasure is Gawker.
RNS' daily religion roundup is the best source out there for easily entertained religion nerds like me -- and for journalists who want to be sure they have a handle on the news landscape each day. Also: People.com has a surprising number of stories that mention religion or faith -- take a recent interview with Matt Damon on 'Hereafter' as an example.
(2) What is the most important religion story right now that you think the mainstream media just do not get?
I think mainstream journalists are still struggling to understand how religion is impacting the Tea Party movement. How can a movement promote fiscal responsibility and smaller government as top priorities if a majority of its members say they are part of the Christian conservative moment? Is smaller government a religious value? Are "constitutional conservatives" making a religious argument?
As the Tea Party evolves, journalists will continue to grapple with it. The religion angle is not as obvious as in previous incarnations of the Christian right, but more polling and an election may help us to better understand. At On Faith, our panelists provided a diversity of responses on the question of the tea party's religiosity -- <a href="http://onfaith.washingtonpost.com/onfaith/panelists/samuel_rodriguez/"Samuel Rodriguez called it the "secular wing of the GOP" -- but Jordan Sekulow said "social conservatives lead the tea party."
(3) What is the story that you will be watching carefully in the next year or two?
I'm really interested in how churches--and individual believers -- deal with modernity in their midst. For example, a few weeks ago the web lit up with coverage of Stephen Hawking's comments on God. One headline read "Stephen Hawking: God was not needed to create the Universe" (I did not read the book so I'm not sure how accurate that headline is). Nevertheless, atheists pounced on the "proof" and religious apologists took to defending God's necessity or questioning the usefulness of Hawking. I suspect a number of people -- at least those in the middle of the spectrum of belief -- saw the headline and thought, "Hmmmm, wonder if that's true," and moved on, contemplating the ability of their tradition to cope with such questions. Do believers and religions deal with challenges by a return to orthodoxy or do their beliefs take on a modern adaptation? Something in between? This trend is interesting to me on the level of individual believer and religious institution.
(4) Why is it important for journalists to understand the role of religion in our world today?
It is important for journalists for understand the role of religion in our world today because the world doesn't make sense without an understanding of religion. Top stories at the Post recently included "Man arrested in alleged plot to bomb Metro stops" and "Tea party leader: Get rid of Muslim congressman."
If we don't understand how religion motivates people then we can't understand the news. On a basic level, religion deals with the most profound questions one can ask: Is there a God? What does He want? How shall I live?
As we know, what people believe about God and human nature impacts what they believe about politics. Are we sinners by our nature? Are we essentially good? Is America "blessed" or "ordained" by God? Can government nudge us to righteousness or is the individual struggle for virtue the highest good? The answers to these questions have tremendous impact on values, policy and the headlines.
5) What is the funniest, most ironic twist that you have seen in a religion news story lately?
Not a recent story -- but an MSNBC story from last year asked if women who want to have large families (aka, more than two children) are "addicted" to having children. Mollie called the post a "train wreck." I think it's also a commentary on how quickly our society is changing and how an innocent attempt to explain a phenomenon, when not executed respectfully, can alienate readers. And, of course, GR had a field day.
BONUS: Do you have anything else you want to tell us about religion coverage in the mainstream news media?
I think the MSM -- and indeed, democracy -- is in trouble if large chunks of the country viscerally distrust us. The religion beat is an opportunity for mainstream journalists to cover issues that matter to readers who may (rightly or wrongly) feel marginalized or misrepresented by our media organizations. Fair coverage -- reporting that is balanced, uses accurate language and explains without condescension -- is a chance to narrow the gap between the "media elite" and "real America." And for a great take on the media elite, watch this 2008 video by my Post colleagues.


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HOUSTON - Surveillance video obtained by Local 2 shows so-called 'sliders' are still a problem at gas stations across the Houston area.
Police said these crooks generally target women who leave their purses in their cars with the doors unlocked while they pump gas.
Video from surveillance cameras at a Shell gas station off the South Loop West at Fannin captured a 'slider' stealing a woman's purse on Monday. The video shows the thief parked his car next to a pump, pretending to be a customer.
The man is then seen on video sneaking past a car parked next to his and walking over to a woman's SUV. The video shows the man peeking inside the woman's SUV before opening the passenger side door, grabbing her purse and running away.
The video shows the woman was next to her car pumping gas on the driver's side during the entire incident and never realized she had been burglarized.
Laura Maple said a similar scenario happened to her while she was pumping gas last Saturday at a station off Buffalo Speedway at Highway 59.
"I had no clue and it happened; you know, maybe 15 seconds," said Maple.
Unfortunately there were no cameras to capture this crime.
"It's just a really terrible thing to happen, especially just before the holidays," said Maple.
Maple said she left her purse on the passenger seat and her 5-year-old son in the backseat while she was pumping gas.
Maple said she had no idea a thief opened her driver's side door to grab her purse until a man parked behind her started yelling.
"The guy who was in the car behind said, 'Ma'am, ma'am someone just went in your car.' And I said, 'What?,'" said Maple.
She said she tried to chase after the man but he was gone too quickly. Police said the only description they have is a white male in a light-colored car, possibly an Acura with a paper license plate.
"It could have been much worse, he could taken off with my car and my child," said Maple.
Maple said the thief got away with her credit cards, ID, cell phone, a new Nintendo portable gaming system and both the keys to her SUV and house. Maple said the crook used her debit card at a nearby gas station within minutes of stealing her purse.
"He took my cell phone so it was hard to alert the credit card companies quickly that my cards had been stolen," said Maple. "Just watch yourself because people are out there preying on women and anyone they can, anyone they think is a target they will target."
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A wireless induction charger for the Samsung Galaxy S3 is said to be primed for a launch next month. Get ready to chuck away that microUSB cable…
The wireless charger for the Samsung Galaxy S3 was shown-off at the phone's launch back in May, but it is still to land on shelves. However, according to PocketNow, it should arrive next month – in time for the reported September 12 launch of the iPhone 5 perhaps?
Using a wireless charger lets you forget about the annoyance of cables – and never being able to find the right one if you're anything like us – but you will need to slap a different battery cover on your Samsung Galaxy S3 for it to work. However, as an official accessory it shouldn't change the current curves of the phone too much.
A wireless charger was put forward as a big attraction of the Palm Pre, which was seen as a potential iPhone and Android rival back in 2009. But the phone was such as commercial flop that most people have forgotten it ever existed. Could those Palm Pre memories have put the bigger names off this wireless induction tech ever since?
That said, if you own an electric toothbrush there's a good chance you already own an inductive charging device – Philips and Oral B toothbrushes have used the tech for years. Third-party wireless inductive chargers are also readily available, most notably the Powermat, but have largely failed to capture the public's interest.


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Choosing a Retirement Community/
Perhaps you've seen ads for a new "over 55" luxury condominium development in your town. Or another winter of shoveling has finally convinced you that it's time to move to a warmer climate. You're looking forward to life in a retirement community, but with so many options, how do you choose the right one?
Beginning the search
The first step is to think about where you want to live, how you want to spend your retirement years, and what type of home you can realistically afford. All retirement communities are designed with the needs of older adults in mind, but they provide different living arrangements, activities, and services.
One option that's become increasingly popular is the "active adult" community. Usually centered around a fitness facility, a clubhouse, or a golf course, this type of community offers many social and recreational opportunities, such as clubs, meals, and walking trails.
Other retirement complexes are geared toward individuals who want flexible living arrangements and services. These complexes may contain a variety of housing types, including independent-living, assisted-living, and long-term care facilities. They often offer extended assistance with daily tasks such as shopping and housekeeping, and emphasize easy access to health care.
For example, increasingly popular options for those 62 or older, who meet financial and health thresholds, are continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) and fee-for-service continuing care retirement communities (FFSCCRCs). These adult communities offer, under one contract (and usually all in one location), an independent living unit (typically an apartment or cottage), residential amenities, and access to a continuum of long-term care services as residents' health and social needs change over time. These are just some of the options--many others are available.
The cost of convenience
Homes available within retirement communities can be as diverse as the communities themselves, and range from small apartments in the city to luxury homes on the ocean. No matter which type of home you choose, make sure it will meet your needs both now and in the future. More and more homes in retirement communities are incorporating universal design features, a trend that's likely to continue. These features include one-level living, extra lighting, easy-to-open doors and cabinets, and security systems that make day-to-day living simpler and safer for people of all ages.
But the convenience of retirement living usually comes at a price. That price includes not only rental or mortgage payments, utilities, and insurance, but also any up-front or ongoing fees you'll owe. For example, a retirement community may charge a hefty fee for "buying in" to the community. One ongoing fee you may need to factor in is a homeowners or community association fee that may add hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars to your monthly housing costs. In general, the higher this fee, the more services or amenities are included, but make sure you understand what you're getting for your money. And don't forget about taxes. Even states with no state income tax may have high property taxes, sales and restaurant taxes, or "hidden" taxes on luxury goods or investments. A financial professional or tax advisor can help you determine the impact taxes will have on your finances.
And so that there are no unpleasant surprises, you should also consider the potential for costs to rise. Living in a community where costs for housing and services are constantly on the upswing is at best annoying, and at worst, financially devastating.
Try before you buy
Popular communities often have waiting lists, so it's a good idea to do your homework in advance. Start with a visit. If you're traveling out of town, find out if the community you're visiting offers a special travel package for potential residents--many do. If you're searching locally, visit each prospective community at least two or three times.
A checklist of questions to ask can come in handy when researching retirement communities. Here are a few items to include:
- Is the property well maintained?
- Is the atmosphere casual or formal?
- What social, recreational, and educational activities are available?
- Is public transportation nearby, or is van service available?
- Are pets allowed?
- Are guests restricted?
- Is medical care provided?
- Which services are included, and which are available at additional cost?
- Has the facility been accredited?
Most importantly, talk to residents and staff about their experiences--you'll get a much more realistic picture of life in a retirement community than you can glean from a brochure.


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PetzLife Oral Care Spray and Gel work fast and naturally to help remove plaque and tartar on dogs and cats. They also help control bacteria and bad breath. The secret? A proprietary blend of grapefruit seed extract and other natural herbs and ingredients produce a safe and effective oral care maintenance program, especially for senior pets. No Brushing Required!
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Cauliflower Salad
Martha shows Jennifer Finnigan how to make a nutrition-packed cauliflower salad.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Place cauliflower in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Transfer to a baking sheet and roast cauliflower until golden brown, about 25 minutes. Set aside and let cool, 10 to 15 minutes.
Transfer cauliflower to a bowl and add cherries, almonds, olives, radishes, watercress, parsley, and cheese. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to combine and serve.


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The Autobiography of Malcolm X
Ballantine Books, 1965 - Biography & Autobiography - 500 pages
With its first great victory in the landmark Supreme Court decision, Brown vs. Board of Education in 1954, the Civil Rights movement gained the powerful momentum it needed to sweep forward into its crucial decade, the 1960s. As voices of protest and change rose above the din of history and false promises, one sounded more urgently, more passionately than the rest. Malcolm X - once called the most dangerous man in America - challenged the world to listen and learn the truth as he experienced it. And his enduring message is as relevant today as when he first delivered it. This is the first hardcover edition of this classic autobiography since it was originally published in 1964. In its searing pages, Malcolm X the Muslim leader, firebrand, and anti-integrationist, tells the extraordinary story of his life and the growth of the Black Muslim movement to veteran writer and journalist Alex Haley. In a unique collaboration, Alex Haley worked with Malcolm X for nearly two years, interviewing, listening to, and understanding the most controversial leader of his time. Raised in Lansing, Michigan, Malcolm Little's road to world fame was as astonishing as it was unpredictable. After drifting from childhood poverty to petty crime, Malcolm found himself in jail. It was there that he came into contact with the teachings of a little-known Black Muslim leader named Elijah Muhammed. The newly renamed Malcolm X devoted himself body and soul to the teachings of Elijah Muhammed and the world of Islam, and became the Nation's foremost spokesman. When his own conscience forced him to break with Elijah Muhammed, Malcolm founded the Organization of Afro-American Unity, to reach African Americans across thecountry with an inspiring message of pride, power, and self-determination. The Autobiography of Malcolm X defines American culture and the African-American struggle for social and economic equality that has now become a battle for survival. His fascinating perspective on the lies and limitations of the American Dream, and the inherent racism in a society that denies its non-white citizens the opportunity to dream, gives extraordinary insight into the most urgent issue of our day. The Autobiography of Malcolm X stands as the definitive statement of a movement and a man whose work was never completed, but whose message is timeless. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand America.
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OAKLAND -- A woman was clinging to life after jumping from the third deck of the Coliseum following Sunday's Raiders game, authorities said.
But her life, as of late Sunday, appears to have been saved by a good Samaritan who pleaded with her not to jump and broke her 45-foot fall when she did, according to Sgt. J.D. Nelson of the Alameda County Sheriff's Office. That man, who was also injured, tried to catch her, Nelson said.
"He saved her life quite honestly, at his own expense," Nelson said outside the Coliseum on Sunday night. "This guy 100 percent saved her life. She'd be dead now."
The tense, brief standoff began around 4:30 p.m., 15 minutes after the end of the game in which Oakland lost 23-19 to the Tennessee Titans, authorities said.
The 61-year-old Stockton man, a Marine Corps veteran, was on the second deck concourse level when he noticed the woman above, and repeatedly shouted, "don't do it," Nelson said.
But she jumped to the concourse below. The woman, who has not been identified, was taken to the hospital with critical injuries. She had gone to the west upper deck seating area in a section covered by a tarp, police said, and it appeared she was alone before she jumped.
The injured man was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, but was conscious and talking and is expected to survive, police said.
Nelson visited the man, a lifelong Raiders fan, in the hospital Sunday evening, and described him as a "hero."
"He just couldn't imagine having people see that," Nelson said. "He said it was a reaction. Even now, at the hospital he's very concerned about her. He's a real compassionate person.
"Raider fans get a bad reputation, yet here's this guy that went way over and above what most people would do to try and save this woman," Nelson said.
There have been two incidents in the last year of fans falling from the Oakland Coliseum and Candlestick Park. In September, a man died from a fall off the Jamestown pedestrian walkway outside Candlestick Park, and last December, a teenager was seriously injured when he fell from the third deck of the Coliseum.


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RICHMOND, Va. – Five o'clock in the morning on any Saturday is a highly unlikely time to see any college students getting out of bed, in fact some of them may just be climbing into bed at that time.
Not the VCU Track & Field teams as representatives from both the men's and women's teams pitched in to help with the SunTrust Richmond Marathon this past weekend.
Members of the Rams worked at various bag check stations and help in the registration portion of the event beginning at 6 a.m. this past Saturday, with many of them having a wake-up call at around 5 a.m.
This is the second straight year that the Black & Gold have lent a helping hand in one of the city's most prestigious events.
The SunTrust Richmond Marathon is in its 34th year and begins with an eight-kilometer race then the half marathon before wrapping up with all 26.2 miles of the full marathon, which has been named as one of the 12 "most-do marathons" by Runner's World.


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ICD-10 Code I70.25
Atherosclerosis of native arteries of other extremities with ulceration
Valid for Submission
I70.25 is a billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of atherosclerosis of native arteries of other extremities with ulceration. The code is valid for the year 2020 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions.
|Short Description:
|Athscl native arteries of extremities w ulceration
|Long Description:
|Atherosclerosis of native arteries of other extremities with ulceration
Code Classification
- Diseases of the circulatory system (I00–I99)
Code History
- FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016
(first year ICD-10-CM implemented into the HIPAA mandated code set)
- FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
- FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
- FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
- FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
Information for Medical Professionals
Code Edits
The Medicare Code Editor (MCE) detects and reports errors in the coding of claims data. The following ICD-10 Code Edits are applicable to this code:
- Adult diagnoses - Adult. Age range is 15–124 years inclusive (e.g., senile delirium, mature cataract).
Diagnostic Related Groups
The Diagnostic Related Groups (DRGs) are a patient classification scheme which provides a means of relating the type of patients a hospital treats. The DRGs divides all possible principal diagnoses into mutually exclusive principal diagnosis areas referred to as Major Diagnostic Categories (MDC). The diagnosis code I70.25 is grouped in the following groups for version MS-DRG V37.0 applicable from 10/01/2020 through 09/30/2020.
Convert I70.25 to ICD-9
The following crosswalk between ICD-10 to ICD-9 is based based on the General Equivalence Mappings (GEMS) information:
- 440.23 - Ath ext ntv art ulcrtion (Combination Flag)
- 707.8 - Chronic skin ulcer NEC (Combination Flag)
Index to Diseases and Injuries
The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10 code(s). The following references for the code I70.25 are found in the index:
- - Arteriosclerosis, arteriosclerotic (diffuse) (obliterans) (of) (senile) (with calcification) - I70.90
Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries
The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10 codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more. The following references for the code I70.25 are found in the tabular index:
- Includes Notes:
- any condition classifiable to I70.218 and I70.228
Information for Patients
Atherosclerosis is a disease in which plaque builds up inside your arteries. Plaque is a sticky substance made up of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances found in the blood. Over time, plaque hardens and narrows your arteries. That limits the flow of oxygen-rich blood to your body.
Atherosclerosis can lead to serious problems, including
- Coronary artery disease. These arteries supply blood to your heart. When they are blocked, you can suffer angina or a heart attack.
- Carotid artery disease. These arteries supply blood to your brain. When they are blocked you can suffer a stroke.
- Peripheral arterial disease. These arteries are in your arms, legs and pelvis. When they are blocked, you can suffer from numbness, pain and sometimes infections.
Atherosclerosis usually doesn't cause symptoms until it severely narrows or totally blocks an artery. Many people don't know they have it until they have a medical emergency.
A physical exam, imaging, and other diagnostic tests can tell if you have it. Medicines can slow the progress of plaque buildup. Your doctor may also recommend procedures such as angioplasty to open the arteries, or surgery on the coronary or carotid arteries. Lifestyle changes can also help. These include following a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, quitting smoking, and managing stress.
NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
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Peripheral Arterial Disease
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) happens when there is a narrowing of the blood vessels outside of your heart. The cause of PAD is atherosclerosis. This happens when plaque builds up on the walls of the arteries that supply blood to the arms and legs. Plaque is a substance made up of fat and cholesterol. It causes the arteries to narrow or become blocked. This can reduce or stop blood flow, usually to the legs. If severe enough, blocked blood flow can cause tissue death and can sometimes lead to amputation of the foot or leg.
The main risk factor for PAD is smoking. Other risk factors include older age and diseases like diabetes, high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
Many people who have PAD don't have any symptoms. If you have symptoms, they may include
- Pain, numbness, achiness, or heaviness in the leg muscles. This happens when walking or climbing stairs.
- Weak or absent pulses in the legs or feet
- Sores or wounds on the toes, feet, or legs that heal slowly, poorly, or not at all
- A pale or bluish color to the skin
- A lower temperature in one leg than the other leg
- Poor nail growth on the toes and decreased hair growth on the legs
- Erectile dysfunction, especially among men who have diabetes
PAD can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and transient ischemic attack.
Doctors diagnose PAD with a physical exam and heart and imaging tests. Treatments include lifestyle changes, medicines, and sometimes surgery. Lifestyle changes include dietary changes, exercise, and efforts to lower high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure.
NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
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ICD-10 Footnotes
General Equivalence Map Definitions
The ICD-10 and ICD-9 GEMs are used to facilitate linking between the diagnosis codes in ICD-9-CM and the new ICD-10-CM code set. The GEMs are the raw material from which providers, health information vendors and payers can derive specific applied mappings to meet their needs.
- Approximate Flag - The approximate flag is on, indicating that the relationship between the code in the source system and the code in the target system is an approximate equivalent.
- No Map Flag - The no map flag indicates that a code in the source system is not linked to any code in the target system.
- Combination Flag - The combination flag indicates that more than one code in the target system is required to satisfy the full equivalent meaning of a code in the source system.
Index of Diseases and Injuries Definitions
- And - The word "and" should be interpreted to mean either "and" or "or" when it appears in a title.
- Code also note - A "code also" note instructs that two codes may be required to fully describe a condition, but this note does not provide sequencing direction.
- Code first - Certain conditions have both an underlying etiology and multiple body system manifestations due to the underlying etiology. For such conditions, the ICD-10-CM has a coding convention that requires the underlying condition be sequenced first followed by the manifestation. Wherever such a combination exists, there is a "use additional code" note at the etiology code, and a "code first" note at the manifestation code. These instructional notes indicate the proper sequencing order of the codes, etiology followed by manifestation.
- Type 1 Excludes Notes - A type 1 Excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
- Type 2 Excludes Notes - A type 2 Excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
- Includes Notes - This note appears immediately under a three character code title to further define, or give examples of, the content of the category.
- Inclusion terms - List of terms is included under some codes. These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
- NEC "Not elsewhere classifiable" - This abbreviation in the Alphabetic Index represents "other specified". When a specific code is not available for a condition, the Alphabetic Index directs the coder to the "other specified" code in the Tabular List.
- NOS "Not otherwise specified" - This abbreviation is the equivalent of unspecified.
- See - The "see" instruction following a main term in the Alphabetic Index indicates that another term should be referenced. It is necessary to go to the main term referenced with the "see" note to locate the correct code.
- See Also - A "see also" instruction following a main term in the Alphabetic Index instructs that there is another main term that may also be referenced that may provide additional Alphabetic Index entries that may be useful. It is not necessary to follow the "see also" note when the original main term provides the necessary code.
- 7th Characters - Certain ICD-10-CM categories have applicable 7th characters. The applicable 7th character is required for all codes within the category, or as the notes in the Tabular List instruct. The 7th character must always be the 7th character in the data field. If a code that requires a 7th character is not 6 characters, a placeholder X must be used to fill in the empty characters.
- With - The word "with" should be interpreted to mean "associated with" or "due to" when it appears in a code title, the Alphabetic Index, or an instructional note in the Tabular List. The word "with" in the Alphabetic Index is sequenced immediately following the main term, not in alphabetical order.


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Sales Manager
- Recruiter
- Yesss Electrical
- Location
- Rotherham, S60 1EW
- Salary
- Negotiable depending on experience
- Posted
- 18 Sep 2019
- Closes
- 16 Oct 2019
- Job Sector
- Sales
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
An excellent career development opportunity for a Sales Manager based at the Rotherham Branch of this leading electrical wholesaler, offering an excellent basic salary and benefits package (including a competitive bonus scheme & quality company car).
As a firm supporter of continuing professional development and nurturing talent, excellent career progression prospects are also available for candidates that demonstrate business savvy, hard work and determination to succeed.
The Role of Sales Manager:
- Growing and increasing sales in the branch's geographical area
- Continually identifying and developing new and existing business accounts
- Working as part of a tightly-knit branch team to achieve high standards of business excellence
- To be successful in the role, you MUST be a self-starter
- Hardworking and ambitious
- The ability to sell products and services effectively
- Determination to succeed and a thirst for meeting targets
- Excellent communication and customer care skills (face-to-face and via the telephone)
- The ability to build and sustain professional relationships
- The ability to independently plan, organise and work to tight deadlines
- A smart and presentable appearance
- A great team player
- A valid UK driving licence
- A proven track record working in a fast-paced environment
- Sound knowledge of the local infrastructure
- Industry-specific sales experience would be advantageous, but isn't essential
About Us:
With over 50 years experience in the electrical wholesale industry, we are an energetic organisation that is part of a very successful European business. With a network of over 400 trading branches across continental Europe, and 100+ branches currently open in the UK (with a plan to have 300 open in the next 10 years), there has never been a better time to get on board.
What's in it for you?
- Starting salary negotiable subject to experience
- Commencing on 20 days holiday per annum (full time employees) plus Bank Holidays increasing with each completed years' service up to 25 days plus Bank Holidays
- 42½ hours per week
- Monday-Friday (and every other Saturday)
- Competitive bonus scheme
- Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
- Brilliant opportunities to take on more responsibility and long term career prospects
If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
No Agencies Please.


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MarketWatch Week Ahead: Politics Could Stall Highs
If politics doesn't get in the way, we're looking at a retaking of the Dow and S&P 500 record highs. But there's political gridlock in both the U.S. and Europe looming. Laura Mandaro reports on Markets Hub. Photo: AP.
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A couple posts down, I linked to a story about 24-hour fitness centers and their need for a good security partner. Well, it looks like ADT and Brivo have already gotten the message. They've partnered with a company called eFit Financial, which does a bunch of back-end web and HR stuff for fitness clubs, so that eFit can offer a 24-hour access service to any company that wants to tack it onto eFit's standard management package. Brivo provides the access software integration through its XML-based software and the panels and ADT does all the installation. Here's a glowing quote: "The integrated software has been great. We use it more than our security cameras,†said Nikki Funk, Owner of 24 Athletic Club in Benton, Arkansas. "I can log in from home, see who exactly is at the gym, and when they've come in. It's awesome, we can even open doors remotelyâ€â€like when one of us is late to a meeting or the janitorial crew wants to drop off supplies. We can pretty much take care of everything from anywhere, instead of having to run to the club at all hours.†If ADT is involved, then the business model probably makes a lot of sense.
Brivo and ADT do 24-hour fitness
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Ada Programming/Types/access
- 1 What's an Access Type?
- 2 Pool access
- 3 General access
- 4 Anonymous access
- 5 Implicit Dereference
- 6 Null exclusions
- 7 Access to Subprogram
- 8 Access FAQ
- 9 Thin and Fat Access Types
- 10 See also
What's an Access Type?Edit
Access types in Ada are what other languages call pointers. They point to objects located at certain addresses. So normally one can think of access types as simple addresses (there are exceptions from this simplified view). Ada instead of saying points to talks of granting access to or designating an object.
Objects of access types are implicitly initialized with null, i.e. they point to nothing when not explicitly initialized.
Access types should be used rarely in Ada. In a lot of circumstances where pointers are used in other languages, there are other ways without pointers. If you need dynamic data structures, first check whether you can use the Ada Container library. Especially for indefinite record or array components, the Ada 2012 package Indefinite_Holders (RM A.18.18 (Annotated)) can be used instead of pointers.
There are four kinds of access types in Ada: Pool access types - General access types - Anonymous access types - Access to subprogram types.
Pool accessEdit
A pool access type handles accesses to objects which were created on some specific heap (or storage pool as it is called in Ada). A pointer of these types cannot point to a stack or library level (static) object or an object in a different storage pool. Therefore, conversion between pool access types is illegal. (Unchecked_Conversion may be used, but note that deallocation via an access object with a storage pool different from the one it was allocated with is erroneous.)
type Person is record First_Name : String (1..30); Last_Name : String (1..20); end record; type Person_Access is access Person;
A size clause may be used to limit the corresponding (implementation defined anonymous) storage pool. A size clause of 0 disables calls of an allocator.
for Person_Access'Size use 0;
The storage pool is implementation defined if not specified. Ada supports user defined storage pools, so you can define the storage pool with
for Person_Access'Storage_Pool use Pool_Name;
Objects in a storage pool are created with the keyword new:
Father: Person_Access := new Person; -- uninitialized Mother: Person_Access := new Person'(Mothers_First_Name, Mothers_Last_Name); -- initialized
You access the object in the storage pool by appending
Mother.all is the complete record; components are denoted as usual with the dot notation:
Mother.all.First_Name. When accessing components, implicit dereferencing (i.e. omitting all) can serve as a convenient shorthand:
Mother.all := (Last_Name => Father.Last_Name, First_Name => Mother.First_Name); -- marriage
Implicit dereferencing also applies to arrays:
type Vector is array (1 .. 3) of Complex; type Vector_Access is access Vector; VA: Vector_Access := new Vector; VB: array (1 .. 3) of Vector_Access := (others => new Vector); C1: Complex := VA (3); -- a shorter equivalent for VA .all (3) C2: Complex := VB (3)(1); -- a shorter equivalent for VB(3).all (1)
Be careful to discriminate between deep and shallow copies when copying with access objects:
Obj1.all := Obj2.all; -- Deep copy: Obj1 still refers to an object different from Obj2, but it has the same content Obj1 := Obj2; -- Shallow copy: Obj1 now refers to the same object as Obj2
Deleting objects from a storage poolEdit
Although the Ada standard mentions a garbage collector, which would automatically remove all unneeded objects that have been created on the heap (when no storage pool has been defined), only Ada compilers targeting a virtual machine like Java or .NET actually have garbage collectors.
There is also a Note that
pragma Controlled, which, when applied to such an access type, prevents automatic garbage collection of objects created with it.
pragma Controlled will be dropped from Ada 2012, subpools for storage management replacing it. See RM 2012 13.11.3 (Annotated) and 13.11.4 (Annotated).
Therefore in order to delete an object from the heap, you need the generic unit Ada.Unchecked_Deallocation. Apply utmost care to not create dangling pointers when deallocating objects as is shown in the example below. (And note that deallocating objects with a different access type than the one with which they were created is erroneous when the corresponding storage pools are different.)
with Ada.Unchecked_Deallocation; procedure Deallocation_Sample is type Vector is array (Integer range <>) of Float; type Vector_Ref is access Vector; procedure Free_Vector is new Ada.Unchecked_Deallocation (Object => Vector, Name => Vector_Ref); VA, VB: Vector_Ref; V : Vector; begin VA := new Vector (1 .. 10); VB := VA; -- points to the same location as VA VA.all := (others => 0.0); -- ... Do whatever you need to do with the vector Free_Vector (VA); -- The memory is deallocated and VA is now null V := VB.all; -- VB is not null, access to a dangling pointer is erroneous end Deallocation_Sample;
It is exactly because of this problem with dangling pointers that the deallocation operation is called unchecked. It is the chore of the programmer to take care that this does not happen.
Since Ada allows for user defined storage pools, you could also try a garbage collector library.
Constructing Reference Counting PointersEdit
You can find some implementations of reference counting pointers, called Safe or Smart Pointers, on the net. Using such a type prevents caring about deallocation, since this will automatically be done when there are no more pointers to an object. But be careful - most of those implementations do not prevent deliberate deallocation, thus undermining the alleged safety attained with their use.
A nice tutorial how to construct such a type can be found in a series of Gems on the AdaCore web site.
Gem #97: Reference Counting in Ada – Part 1 This little gem constructs a simple reference counted pointer that does not prevent deallocation, i.e. is inherently unsafe.
Gem #107: Preventing Deallocation for Reference-counted Types This further gem describes how to arrive at a pointer type whose safety cannot be compromised (tasking issues aside). The cost of this improved safety is awkward syntax.
Gem #123: Implicit Dereferencing in Ada 2012 This gem shows how to simplify the syntax with the new Ada 2012 generation. (Admittedly, this gem is a bit unrelated to reference counting since the new language feature can be applied to any kind of container.)
General accessEdit
General access types grant access to objects created on any storage pool, on the stack or at library level (static). They come in two versions, granting either read-write access or read-only access. Conversions between general access types are allowed, but subject to certain access level checks.
Dereferencing is like for pool access types. Objects (other than pool objects) to be referenced have to be declared aliased, and references to them are created with the attribute
'Access. Access level restrictions prevent accesses to objects from outliving the accessed object, which would make the program erroneous. The attribute
'Unchecked_Access omits the corresponding checks.
Access to VariableEdit
When the keyword all is used in their definition, they grant read-write access.
type Day_Of_Month is range 1 .. 31; type Day_Of_Month_Access is access all Day_Of_Month;
Access to ConstantEdit
General access types granting read-only access to the referenced object use the keyword constant in their definition. The referenced object may be a constant or a variable.
type Day_Of_Month is range 1 .. 31; type Day_Of_Month_Access is access constant Day_Of_Month;
Some examplesEdit
type General_Pointer is access all Integer; type Constant_Pointer is access constant Integer; I1: aliased constant Integer := 10; I2: aliased Integer; P1: General_Pointer := I1'Access; -- illegal P2: Constant_Pointer := I1'Access; -- OK, read only P3: General_Pointer := I2'Access; -- OK, read and write P4: Constant_Pointer := I2'Access; -- OK, read only P5: constant General_Pointer := I2'Access; -- read and write only to I2
Anonymous accessEdit
Also Anonymous access types come in two versions like general access types, granting either read-write access or read-only access depending on whether the keyword constant appears.
An anonymous access can be used as a parameter to a subprogram or as a discriminant. Here are some examples:
procedure Modify (Some_Day: access Day_Of_Month); procedure Test (Some_Day: access constant Day_Of_Month); -- Ada 2005 only
task type Thread (Execute_For_Day: access Day_Of_Month) is ... end Thread;
type Day_Data (Store_For_Day: access Day_Of_Month) is record -- components end record;
Before using an anonymous access, you should consider a named access type or, even better, consider if the "out" or "in out" modifier is not more appropriate.
This language feature is only available from Ada 2005 on.
In Ada 2005, anonymous accesses are allowed in more circumstances:
type Object is record M : Integer; Next: access Object; end record; X: access Integer; function F return access constant Float;
Implicit DereferenceEdit
Ada 2012 will simplify accesses to objects via pointers with new syntax.
Imagine you have a container holding some kind of elements.
type Container is private; type Element_Ptr is access Element; procedure Put (X: Element; Into: in out Container);
Now how do you access elements stored in the container. Of course you can retrieve them by
function Get (From: Container) return Element;
This will however copy the element, which is unfortunate if the element is big. You get direct access with
function Get (From: Container) return Element_Ptr;
Now pointers are dangerous since you might easily create dangling pointers like so:
P: Element_Ptr := Get (Cont); P.all := E; Free (P); ... Get (Cont) -- this is now a dangling pointer
Use of an accessor object instead of an access type can prevent inadvertant deallocation (this is still Ada 2005):
type Accessor (Data: not null access Element) is limited private; -- read/write access function Get (From: Container) return Accessor;
(For the null exclusion not null in the declaration of the discriminant, see below). Access via such an accessor is safe: The discriminant can only be used for dereferencing, it cannot be copied to an object of type Element_Ptr because its accessibility level is deeper. In the form above, the accessor provides read and write access. If the keyword constant is added, only read access is possible.
type Accessor (Data: not null access constant Element) is limited private; -- only read access
Access to the container object now looks like so:
Get (Cont).all := E; -- via access type: dangerous Get (Cont).Data.all := E; -- via accessor: safe, but ugly
Here the new Ada 2012 feature of aspects comes along handy; for the case at hand, the aspect Implicit_Dereference is the one we need:
type Accessor (Data: not null access Element) is limited private with Implicit_Dereference => Data;
Now rather than writing the long and ugly function call of above, we can just omit the discriminant and its dereference like so:
Get (Cont).Data.all := E; -- Ada 2005 via accessor: safe, but ugly Get (Cont) := E; -- Ada 2012 implicit dereference
Note that the call
Get (Cont) is overloaded — it can denote the accessor object or the element, the compiler will select the correct interpretation depending on context.
Null exclusionsEdit
This language feature is only available from Ada 2005 on.
All access subtypes can be modified with not null, objects of such a subtype can then never have the value null, so initializations are compulsory.
type Day_Of_Month_Access is access Day_Of_Month; subtype Day_Of_Month_Not_Null_Access is not null Day_Of_Month_Access;
The language also allows to declare the first subtype directly with a null exclusion:
type Day_Of_Month_Access is not null access Day_Of_Month;
However, in nearly all cases this is not a good idea because it renders objects of this type nearly unusable (for example, you are unable to free the allocated memory). Not null accesses are intended for access subtypes, object declarations, and subprogram parameters.[1]
Access to SubprogramEdit
An access to subprogram allows the caller to call a subprogram without knowing its name nor its declaration location. One of the uses of this kind of access is the well known callbacks.
type Callback_Procedure is access procedure (Id : Integer; Text: String); type Callback_Function is access function (The_Alarm: Alarm) return Natural;
For getting an access to a subprogram, the attribute Access is applied to a subprogram name with the proper parameter and result profile.
procedure Process_Event (Id : Integer; Text: String); My_Callback: Callback_Procedure := Process_Event'Access;
Anonymous access to SubprogramEdit
This language feature is only available from Ada 2005 on.
procedure Test (Call_Back: access procedure (Id: Integer; Text: String));
There is now no limit on the number of keyword in a sequence:
function F return access function return access function return access Some_Type;
This is a function that returns the access to a function that in turn returns an access to a function returning an access to some type.
Access FAQEdit
A few "Frequently Asked Question" and "Frequently Encountered Problems" (mostly from C users) regarding Ada's access types.
Access vs. access allEdit
An access all can do anything a simple access can do. So one might ask: "Why use simple access at all?" - And indeed some programmers never use simple access.
Unchecked_Deallocation is always dangerous if misused. It is just as easy to deallocate a pool-specific object twice, and just as dangerous as deallocating a stack object. The advantage of "access all" is that you may not need to use Unchecked_Deallocation at all.
Moral: if you have (or may have) a valid reason to store an 'Access or 'Unchecked_Access into an access object, then use "access all" and don't worry about it. If not, the mantra of "least privilege" suggests that the "all" should be left out (don't enable capabilities that you are not going to use).
The following (perhaps disastrous) example will try to deallocate a stack object:
declare type Day_Of_Month is range 1 .. 31; type Day_Of_Month_Access is access all Day_Of_Month; procedure Free is new Ada.Unchecked_Deallocation (Object => Day_Of_Month Name => Day_Of_Month_Access); A : aliased Day_Of_Month; Ptr: Day_Of_Month_Access := A'Access; begin Free(Ptr); end;
With a simple access you know at least that you won't try to deallocate a stack object.
Access vs. System.AddressEdit
An access can be something different from a mere memory address, it may be something more. For example, an "access to String" often needs some way of storing the string size as well. If you need a simple address and are not concerned about strong typing, use the System.Address type.
C compatible pointerEdit
The correct way to create a C compatible access is to use pragma Convention:
type Day_Of_Month is range 1 .. 31; for Day_Of_Month'Size use Interfaces.C.int'Size; pragma Convention (Convention => C, Entity => Day_Of_Month); type Day_Of_Month_Access is access Day_Of_Month; pragma Convention (Convention => C, Entity => Day_Of_Month_Access);
pragma Convention should be used on any type you want to use in C. The compiler will warn you if the type cannot be made C compatible.
You may also consider the following - shorter - alternative when declaring Day_Of_Month:
type Day_Of_Month is new Interfaces.C.int range 1 .. 31;
Before you use access types in C, you should consider using the normal "in", "out" and "in out" modifiers. pragma Export and pragma Import know how parameters are usually passed in C and will use a pointer to pass a parameter automatically where C would have used them as well. Of course the RM contains precise rules on when to use a pointer for "in", "out", and "in out" - see "B.3: Interfacing with C (Annotated)".
Where is void*?Edit
While actually a problem for "interfacing with C", here are some possible solutions:
procedure Test is subtype Pvoid is System.Address; -- the declaration in C looks like this: -- int C_fun(int *) function C_fun (pv: Pvoid) return Integer; pragma Import (Convention => C, Entity => C_fun, -- any Ada name External_Name => "C_fun"); -- the C name Pointer: Pvoid; Input_Parameter: aliased Integer := 32; Return_Value : Integer; begin Pointer := Input_Parameter'Address; Return_Value := C_fun (Pointer); end Test;
Less portable but perhaps more usable (for 32 bit CPUs):
type void is mod 2 ** 32; for void'Size use 32;
With GNAT you can get 32/64 bit portability by using:
type void is mod System.Memory_Size; for void'Size use System.Word_Size;
Closer to the true nature of void - pointing to an element of zero size is a pointer to a null record. This also has the advantage of having a representation for
void and
type Void is null record; pragma Convention (C, Void); type Void_Ptr is access all Void; pragma Convention (C, Void_Ptr);
Thin and Fat Access TypesEdit
The difference between an access type and an address will be detailed in the following. The term pointer is used because this is usual terminology.
There is a predefined unit
System.Address_to_Access_Conversion converting back and forth between access values and addresses. Use these conversions with care, as is explained below.
Thin PointersEdit
Thin pointers grant access to constrained subtypes.
type Int is range -100 .. +500; type Acc_Int is access Int; type Arr is array (1 .. 80) of Character; type Acc_Arr is access Arr;
Objects of subtypes like these have a static size, so a simple address suffices to access them. In the case of arrays, this is generally the address of the first element.
For pointers of this kind, use of
System.Address_to_Access_Conversion is safe.
Fat PointersEdit
type Unc is array (Integer range <>) of Character; type Acc_Unc is access Unc;
Objects of subtype
Unc need a constraint, i.e. a start and a stop index, thus pointers to them need also to include those. So a simple address like the one of the first component is not sufficient. Note that A'Address is the same as A(A'First)'Address for any array object.
For pointers of this kind,
System.Address_to_Access_Conversion will probably not work satisfactorily.
CO: aliased Unc (-1 .. +1) := (-1 .. +1 => ' '); UO: aliased Unc := (-1 .. +1 => ' ');
Here, CO is a nominally constrained object, a pointer to it need not store the constraint, i.e. a thin pointer suffices. In contrast, UO is an object of a nominally unconstrained subtype, its actual subtype is constrained by the initial value.
A: Acc_Unc := CO'Access; -- illegal B: Acc_Unc := UO'Access; -- OK C: Acc_Unc (CO'Range) := CO'Access; -- also illegal
The relevant paragraphs in the RM are difficult to understand. In short words:
An access type's target type is called the designated subtype, in our example
Unc. RM 3.10.2 (Annotated)(27.1/2) requires that
Unc_Acc's designated subtype statically match the nominal subtype of the object.
Now the nominal subtype of
CO is the constrained anonymous subtype
Unc (-1 .. +1), the nominal subtype of
UO is the unconstrained subtype
Unc. In the illegal cases, the designated and nominal subtypes do not statically match.
See alsoEdit
Ada Reference ManualEdit
Ada 95Edit
- 4.8: Allocators (Annotated)
- 13.11: Storage Management (Annotated)
- 13.11.2: Unchecked Storage Deallocation (Annotated)
- 3.7: Discriminants (Annotated)
- 3.10: Access Types (Annotated)
- 6.1: Subprogram Declarations (Annotated)
- B.3: Interfacing with C (Annotated)
Ada 2005Edit
- 4.8: Allocators (Annotated)
- 13.11: Storage Management (Annotated)
- 13.11.2: Unchecked Storage Deallocation (Annotated)
- 3.7: Discriminants (Annotated)
- 3.10: Access Types (Annotated)
- 6.1: Subprogram Declarations (Annotated)
- B.3: Interfacing with C (Annotated)


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Houston's NWSL team to be called Dash
The Dynamo announced today the launch of the Houston Dash, a women's professional soccer team that will enter the National Women's Soccer League as an expansion team for the 2014 season.
Owned and operated by the Dynamo ownership group, the Dash will begin play in April 2014 with the start of the second NWSL season, a 24-game schedule that includes 12 home games at BBVA Compass Stadium.
The NWSL is supported by the Canadian Soccer Association, Federation of Mexican Football and the United States Soccer Federation and is the top-flight women's professional soccer league in North America, featuring many of the top players from the United States, Canada and Mexico, as well as talent from around the world.
"We are thrilled to have our very own NWSL franchise here in Houston," Dynamo president Chris Canetti said. "It is an important addition to our sports landscape and will bring added value to our community."
The Dash join the league as its ninth club and first expansion team. The eight other clubs are the Boston Breakers, Chicago Red Stars, FC Kansas City, Portland Thorns FC, Seattle Reign FC, Sky Blue FC, Washington Spirit and the Western New York Flash.
The club has begun its search for its first head coach. In addition, its roster will be constructed over the coming months through the following methods: allocation of players from the U.S., Canada and Mexico national teams; an expansion draft; the NWSL College Draft, set for Jan. 17; and Discovery signings (domestic and international). Further details on the expansion roster procedures will be provided in the coming weeks.
The Dash roster will include 18-20 players, per NWSL rules. The club will train at Houston Sports Park, the official training home of the Dynamo and the Dynamo Academy. Team uniforms will be unveiled at a later date.
The NWSL features 23 members of the U.S. women's national team, including stars of the team that won the gold medal at the 2012 Olympics in London, including: Heather O'Reilly (Boston Breakers); Amy LePeilbet and Shannon Boxx (Chicago Red Stars); Nicole Barnhart, Amy Rodriguez, Becky Sauerbrunn and Lauren Holiday (FC Kansas City); Rachel Buehler, Alex Morgan and Tobin Heath (Portland Thorns FC); Megan Rapinoe, Hope Solo and Sydney Leroux (Seattle Reign FC); Kelley O'Hara and Christie Rampone (Sky Blue FC); Ali Krieger (Washington Spirit); and Carli Lloyd and Abby Wambach (Western New York Flash).
The league also includes the stars of the Canada national team, including: Diana Matheson (Washington Spirit); Desiree Scott and Lauren Sesselmann (FC Kansas City); and Christine Sinclair (Portland Thorns FC).
In addition, the NWSL features some of the top talent from the Mexico national team, including: Maribel Dominguez (Chicago Red Stars); Renae Cuellar (Washington Spirit); Teresa Noyola (FC Kansas City); and Monica Ocampo (Sky Blue FC).
Portland Thorns FC won the inaugural NWSL championship in 2013, defeating the Western New York Flash 2-0 at Sahlen's Stadium in Rochester, N.Y. in the inaugural NWSL Championship Game. Lauren Holiday of FC Kansas City was the NWSL MVP and Golden Boot winner after scoring 12 goals in the regular season.
The 2013 NWSL regular season was notably competitive – with the four playoff teams separated by just two points, and three teams tied for the most points in the league with 38.


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Okay, to let you know, Dan and I have been unable to get into the forums for about... oh... a little under two years now. I've found the problem and have fixed it on my end, I just need to check on Dan's end and get it resolved there as well.
It's a lot easier for me to provide an update on events here in the forum rather than type up an html file for my newsbox on the main page, so here goes...
Is LGW dead? Not really, more of a comatose state. I've been on other projects the past couple of years (which is why the main site scripts still aren't finished). Dan is currently engaged and getting ready for the wedding, which has been announced for mid-March. Also, he's been rather busy with school and helping his parents around their place over the past year or so. Obviously, this means that neither one of us have really had the time to come back to this site much or really think about what we're doing with the comic.
So, for now, she sits in this comatose state while we wait and decide whether we want to get back to it when the time presents itself or just simply shut off life support. If any of you have any thoughts or feelings on the matter, let us know (and maybe send a congrats on up to Dan on the engagement if you haven't done so already!).
Godlike Lord 'o the Sith out.