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BMW ConnectedDrive Driver Assistance systems in the BMW X4.
Self-confidence can be enhanced even more when you know that you can rely on your partner. And you can most definitely rely on the Driver Assistance systems in the BMW X4, which guarantee top-level safety and comfort. The best example is the full-colour BMW Head-Up Display: By projecting all driver-relevant information directly into your line of sight, it allows you to concentrate on what's really important – carefree driving pleasure.
The full-colour BMW Head-Up Display projects all information relevant to the journey directly into the driver's field of vision, allowing them to fully concentrate on driving. The display includes data such as the current speed and – depending on the equipment – navigation tips, Speed Limit Info incl. no-overtaking indicator, telephone and entertainment lists, along with information and warnings from the various driver assistance systems. The icons projected onto the windscreen are displayed in a particularly high resolution and in full colour. The image's projection appears as if it were approx. 2.3 m in front of the vehicle. This, in combination with optimal positioning, allows the information to be read quickly, conveniently and with minimal distraction. The brightness of the projection automatically adjusts to suit the external light conditions, with different displays for day and night, and the height of the display can also be adjusted. Furthermore, the driver can also select which information to display in addition to the current speed and warnings from the driver assistance systems.
The Driving Assistant feature combines the camera-based Lane Departure Warning and approach control and person warning with light city braking function.
The Lane Departure Warning detects lane markings and alerts the driver to an unintentional lane change at speeds above approx. 70 km/h by means of vibrations in the steering wheel. The warning is not activated if the lane change is deliberate, that is, when the turn indicator has been activated.
Whereas the approach control warning with light city braking function detects vehicles, the person warning with light city braking function reacts to pedestrians. When there is a risk of collision, the approach control warning triggers a two-stage warning – a symbol in the instrument cluster lights up, followed by an acoustic alarm. The person warning operates at speeds between 10 and 60 km/h and emits a single-level warning in the event of acute danger. If the system warns of a potential collision, the brakes are simultaneously preconditioned for a faster response. In the event of an emergency, the system applies the brakes. This function can be limited by darkness and fog.
Driving Assistant Plus
The Driving Assistant Plus feature (only available with Steptronic transmission) includes not only approach control warning and Lane Departure Warning, but also Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go function. This provides assistance when driving on motorways in both critical and stable traffic situations. This option is only available in conjunction with the Navigation system Business or Professional.
The approach warning responds in stages. Depending on whether a vehicle ahead brakes suddenly or a stationary object is detected, the reaction ranges from a visual signal to active braking and even a complete standstill. Should the car begin to change lanes unintentionally, the Lane Departure Warning quickly provides a warning by means of vibrations in the steering wheel.
The Active Cruise Control maintains a constant selected speed between 30 km/h and 210 km/h or automatically adjusts to conform with the cars driving in front if the distance control is activated. The Stop&Go function even controls speed down to a standstill, accelerating again easily when the gas pedal is pressed, for example in dense moving traffic.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL WITH iDRIVE TOUCH CONTROLLER.
The Navigation system Professional features a sleek design and a superior range of services: It delivers a simple and easy-to-use navigation system that is seamlessly integrated into the BMW, including the iDrive operating concept and iDrive Touch Controller. The system comprises a hands-free facility with USB interface and voice control, Radio BMW Professional with DVD drive, as well as 20 GB of memory for audio files. It also facilitates the use of Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI). The built-in 8.8" LCD colour display with split screen function (main and supplementary screen) is designed for optimal readability and clarity. The iDrive Touch Controller with direct menu control buttons, eight functional bookmarks and voice control makes operation intuitive by allowing you to enter the address of your destination in handwriting on its touch-sensitive surface, via direct access buttons and eight favourites- buttons, voice control or touch screen. Six interactive tiles display live content. Thanks to the three-dimensional map display that makes use of satellite images as a map background – with photo-realistic depictions of selected sights – navigation becomes an exciting visual experience.
Navigation system Professional.
iDrive Touch Controller
The iDrive Touch Controller with direct menu control buttons, eight functional bookmarks and voice control makes operation intuitive by allowing you to enter the address of your destination in handwriting on its touch-sensitive surface. Thanks to the three-dimensional map display that makes use of satellite images as a map background – with photo-realistic depictions of selected sights – navigation becomes an exciting visual experience. Map updates are available at BMW dealerships for three years without license fees. Within the framework of BMW ConnectedDrive, in selected European countries the system automatically updates the maps for three years up to four times per year.
Intelligent Voice Assistant with offboard speech processing offers speech support at the highest level It understands natural speech, as opposed to only recognising limited commands.
The Voice Assistant not only includes a large scope of individual and situational variations. It also understands linguistic varieties, dialects and jargon. This enables a substantially greater range of possibilities when dictating text messages or emails. The greatly expanded range of functions is possible thanks to the Connected- Drive server-based offboard voice recognition, which forms the basis for the Intelligent Voice Assistant. This cloud function enables non-specific searches to be conducted quickly and simply on the internet using everyday language, aiding the navigation system. It is possible to search for restaurants in the area by asking in natural language, for example. In addition, the move to the cloud allows more frequent update cycles, guaranteeing that all future innovations are available as soon as possible, whether regarding new software or improvements to computer linguistics.
With BMW Selective Beam, night driving is safer and more comfortable.
It provides excellent visibility in the dark without dazzling other drivers. BMW Selective Beam detects other road-users and selectively excludes them from the high-beam headlight distribution. Beam ranges of over 400 m ensure early detection of risks and improved directional tracking.
The Surround View system makes provides a 360° panorama view around the vehicle with help from cameras in the exterior mirrors, a wide-angle camera in front and the Rear View camera. The system assists the driver during parking or manoeuvring in tight situations or when navigating in areas with limited visibility.
Surround View includes the Rear View camera with Top View and Side View. Top View displays the areas on the side of the car for more convenient manoeuvring. Side View's wide-angle camera between the double kidney grilles on the front and the Rear View camera allow for a panorama view of the front and back of the vehicle. The Cross Traffic Assistant assists the driver by first displaying yellow beams on the side edges of the image as well as a yellow warning triangle in the presence of crossing traffic. The Side View function is automatically deactivated when the car reaches 15 km/h. The driver can then choose to activate the Rear View camera, Top View or Panorama View. The system is activated when the car is put into reverse or at other predetermined activation points. The image is shown on the Control Display.


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If you think people lining up for Apple products is weird, you're going to find the following story downright baffling.
Starting at 9:15 AM, developers attending Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) started lining up at Moscone Center, the home of this year's event.
By 9:25 PM, the line had stretched to 30+ people, complete with tents being set up, and lounge chairs for people to sleep in.
There was a cop on hand keeping an eye on the scene, as well as a straggler talking at the people in the line.
These people are in line to be the first into WWDC so they can get front row seats to see Apple's big key note presentation where it will preview the most important new features for iOS and OSX, the software running iPhones and Macs.
Other than that, there's no advantage to being first through the doors. They don't get early access to Apple employees, or a front seat at developer sessions. They just to see Tim Cook, Phil Schiller, Eddy Cue, and other Apple executives up close on stage.
While to an outsider, this might seem like odd behavior, it's not that odd.
One developer said that last year he got there at 4 AM, and was down the block. He figured if he's going to get very little sleep, why not be rewarded for it? Plus, it's significantly cheaper than a hotel.
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Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Welcome to the Hotter-than-You-Know-Where Education Buzz Life's A Carnival
I'm sure many of you have been following the Atlanta cheating scandal. Make sure you check out my post "Those Cheating Hearts" over at Technorati. Joanne Jacobs also comments on cheating here while Tim over at Assorted Stuff points out the Bigger Cheating Scandal.
Mamacita has lots to say over at Scheiss Weekly on whether we are overprotecting our children. And to that, my dears, I say, "Amen, sister!"
Check out why the best teachers make learning memorable over at Steve Spangler's blog.
Old Andrew over at Scenes From the Battlefield analyzes debating strategies.
Darren from Right on the Left Coast talks about the new standards at Notre Dame for dealing with sexual harrassment on college campuses.
Necrotic Hijinks thinks that perhaps pyrotechnics provides the answer for engaging student learning.
New blogger ICE.Teacher has a light bulb moment and uses her improvisation skills from theater in her writing class.
With all the financial crunches and teacher layoffs, one of those online masters sites gives us a lists of Top 40 Job Sites for Teachers.
Let's Play Math is looking for some math quotes for her book. If you wanted to be counted on in, head on over there.
It was a dark and stormy night over at Joanne Jacobs' site. Make sure you see what that's all about by going over there.
Well, that's it for this carnival. If we haven't sweated ourselves into a puddle, the next carnival will appear here (I hope) on August 10. Send your posts by August 6 using this handy, dandy form.
6 comments:
- Mamacita (The REAL one) said...
Thank you for including my post in the Education Buzz! You've done a great job, as always!
- July 26, 2011 at 5:04 PM
I'm thrilled to have my "lightbulb moment" post included in Education Buzz! Thank you!!
- August 2, 2011 at 8:37 AM
- Clix said...
Richie, GUESS what I found out this morning. No, I don't think you can guess. So I'll tell you. My rising-senior poised-to-be-editor for the 2011-2012 year is going to be HOMESCHOOLED.
Now, granted, we've got a couple of weeks until school actually begins, so who knows? Lightning could strike me and put me out of my stress-induced misery.
However, right now? NOT a happy cookie.
- August 7, 2011 at 1:30 PM
- askthehomediva said...
OMG how did THAT happen? What are you going to do?
- August 9, 2011 at 5:14 PM
- Clix said...
I have no idea how it happened; SHE hasn't said anything to me about it. (I'm wondering if she actually will or if we'll start school & she won't be there.) I guess we'll just make the book without her. ;p
- August 10, 2011 at 8:54 AM
- askthehomediva said...
And people wonder why (1) good yearbook advisers are difficult to find (2) yearbook advisers go nuts & crazy and (3)yearbook advisers steadily get snarkier as the year progresses…
- August 10, 2011 at 10:12 AM


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Smoking Succulent Baby Back Ribs
Soaking meats in a solution of water or other liquids, salt and sugar leads to incredibly moist cooked meats and poultry. The process, called brining, requires advanced preparation, but is usually worth the wait. Brining these ribs overnight makes them extra moist, but the step can be eliminated if time is short.
Day 1
- 4 racks baby back ribs, approximately 4 to 6 pounds
- 4 quarts water
- 1 cup sea or kosher salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
Remove membrane from back side of each rack of ribs, pulling with a paper-towel in your hand to maintain a good grip. Combine brine ingredients in an 8-quart stainless steel stock pot or divide 1 quart water, 1/4 cup salt and 1/4 cup sugar in each of 4 heavy-duty 2-gallon zip-top freezer bags (this makes it easy to store the ribs in the refrigerator overnight). Add all four racks of ribs to stock pot or add one rack to each freezer bag. Push ribs down into brine, cover pot or seal bags and refrigerate overnight.
Day 2
- 1/4 cup freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup salt
- 1/4 cup ground paprika
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 handful apple wood or hickory chunks
- Water
- Apple juice in a spray bottle
- Your favorite barbecue sauce, optional
Remove ribs from brine and pat dry with paper towels. Discard brine. Combine black pepper, salt, paprika and brown sugar in a bowl. Sprinkle 1/4 of rub over each rack, coating the front and back side of each rack well. Massage the rub in with your hands. Use wood chunks in grill for extra flavor.
Preheat grill to 200-220ºF. Drain wood chunks and sprinkle a few over the hot coals. Add ribs to the smoker, overlapping slightly. Smoke ribs for 3 to 4 hours, adding additional wood chunks after each hour and spritzing hourly with some of the apple juice. Brush with barbecue sauce, if desired, during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
Makes 4 slabs of baby back ribs, serving 4 to 8 adults
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Ntswaleng S. Tabane1
Mmapheko D. Peu2
Affiliations:1Ga-Rankuwa Nursing College, Ga-Rankuwa, South Africa
2Department of Nursing Science, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Correspondence to:
Mmapheko Peu
Postal address:
Department of Nursing Science, Private Bag x323, Arcadia 0007, South Africa
Received: 14 Apr. 2015
Accepted: 13 Aug. 2015
Published: 22 Oct. 2015
How to cite this article:
Tabane, N.S. & Peu, M.D., 2015, 'Perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives in South Africa', Curationis 38(2), Art. #1528, 7 pages. http://dx.doi.org/10.4102/curationis.v38i2.1528
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Background: Perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District contribute to the non-use and or discontinued use of contraceptives as evidenced by increased levels of unplanned pregnancies.
Objective: The objective of this study was to explore and describe the perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives.
Methods: A qualitative, explorative, descriptive approach was followed in this study. The population comprised of pregnant female teenagers who were purposively selected. Data were collected using unstructured individual interviews on a face-to-face encounter in a natural setting. Data were analysed using the discourse method of data analysis.
Results: The following perceptions on the use of contraceptives emerged: Perceptions on the use of contraceptives, emotions, contraceptive effects, social pressure and education on contraceptives. Teenagers' perceptions were predominantly negative with unfounded fears. Though the teenagers were aware of the importance of the use of contraceptives, motivation to pursue contraception was lacking. Teenagers verbalised to be uncommitted as well.
Conclusion: Various perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives were explored and described. It was noted that all the teenagers interviewed had great remorse and feelings of guilt regarding their behaviour of not using contraceptives. Their need for re-education was cited and seen as motivational enough to encourage the use of contraceptives at primary health care settings. Therefore, the study recommended that health education programmes should be restructured to effectively influence the female teenagers' perceptions positively and to promote the use of contraceptives.
A decade ago, the idea of contraceptive use as a means of birth control was the right of every woman at child bearing age. The rationale was to help reduce the escalating levels of unintended teenage pregnancies (Onyensoh & Tumba 2011:1; Ramathuba, Khoza & Netshikweta 2012:1). However, female teenagers appear to perceive contraceptive use differently (Appiah-Agyekum & Kayi 2013:43; Hagan & Buxton 2012:175). Female teenagers, who should delay early sexual activity to prevent unintended pregnancies, experience major conflicting ideas regarding identity, education, employment, use and non-use of contraceptives (Ehlers 2010:15; Kanku & Mash 2010:563; Mosha, Rueben & Kakoko 2013:1; Wang, Jian & Yang 2011:1). According to Najafi, Rahman and Juni (2011:51), the rationale for a large number of unintended pregnancies show low contraceptive use. The teenagers' future plans are mostly thwarted by unintentional pregnancies whilst they are not yet ready to have children. These make an overwhelming impact on increased teenage pregnancy rates in the world at large (Ehlers 2010:15; Okanlawon, Reeves & Agbaje 2010:23).
Contraceptive methods are available for free in the Tshwane District clinics for the purpose of controlling and preventing unplanned and unwanted pregnancies. Despite the freely available contraceptives, female teenagers between the ages of 15 to 19 years still conceive unintentionally. To date, literature reports that 63% of sexually active unmarried women of 15 to 19 years are not using contraceptives (Nalwadda et al. 2010:13). Whilst accompanying learners in the selected clinic, the researcher discovered, from unpublished statistics on record, that 11 to 28 teenagers aged between 15 and 19 years were assessed and diagnosed in one month with unintended and unwanted pregnancies. The researcher observed that the number of teenagers from the same age group that had Termination of Pregnancy (TOP) performed ranged between 11 and 24 in a month. These might be related to the low use of contraceptives, hence the researcher's concern and interest in the perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives.
Family planning allows people to attain their desired number of children, delay pregnancy and determine the spacing of pregnancies (World Health Organisation 2012:1). This is achieved through the use of various contraceptive methods such as traditional methods, lactational amenorrhoea method and morden contraceptives. Seutlwadi, Peltzer and Mchunu (2012:43) reported that, in South Africa, unintended pregnancies remained a public health problem. Unwanted pregnancies are often the result of not using contraceptives (Unwanted Pregnancies Rife: Contraception 2008:1). These contraceptive methods are provided in the form of injectables, tablets, abstinence, lactational amenorrhea and artificial devices such as the Intrauterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD), to name but a few. Contraceptives are made available at various service points where services are equitably distributed and made available to all who need them (South Africa, Department of Health 2003:19). Policies relating to the access to contraceptives were put in place to allow children aged 12 years and above to be provided with contraceptives on request (University of Cape Town Children' s Institute 2010:17). However, the use of contraceptives remains low. To achieve the 2020 objective of reducing teenage pregnancy by 10% requires a high regard for contraceptive use as the key driver towards changing teenagers' pregnancy rates (Tyler et al. 2012:3).
Contraceptive methods were universally introduced in the 1960's as a strategy to prevent and reduce unintended and unwanted pregnancies amongst child-bearing women (Bruckner, Martin & Bearman 2004:248; Wang et al. 2011:1). The contraceptives were available for free to facilitate accessibility, affordability and to enhance avoidance of unplanned pregnancies. Nalwadda et al. (2010:13) asserted that the knowledge of contraception was universally spread to promote the health of child-bearing women. Yet the use of contraceptives was largely inconsistent or not initiated at all. However, studies conducted on the perspectives on teenage pregnancy in Dundee revealed that some young females use contraceptives (Petcu 2011:4). The young women who were not willing to use contraceptives were at risk of unplanned pregnancies, which constitutes 46% of all pregnancies in Uganda between the ages of 15 to 24 years (Nalwadda et al. 2010:13). In a study on factors influencing contraceptive use and unplanned pregnancy, it became clear that a total of 616 out of 1018 women discontinued the use of contraception (Bafana 2010:25). In addition, Association of Reproductive Health Professionals (2008:1), Najafi-Sharjabad et al. (2013:181) and Ahanoun (2014:36) stated that teenagers' personal factors, such as low perception of risk for pregnancy, lack of thought, the thought of promoting sexual promiscuity and carelessness contributed to inconsistent and lack of use of contraceptives.
South Africa established family planning programmes in 1974 (South Africa, Department of Health 2003:6). The services were appropriated throughout the country to improve women's health through birth spacing. The services were integrated with other services to improve access. Access to contraceptive services that facilitate utilisation by all women of reproductive age has been increased (South Africa, Department of Health 2012:26). According to the National Contraception and Fertility Planning Policy and Service Delivery Guidelines (South Africa, Department of Health 2012:33–38), contraceptive services are provided for free at different levels of care to augment coverage by the public sector. However, the use of contraceptives was found to be low with an estimated rate of about 25% leading to a high rate of 61% of unintended pregnancy amongst child-bearing women in Gauteng and the Northern Province (Bafana 2010:13; Wood, Maepa & Jewkes 2009:17). It is assumed that contraceptive use is perceived differently by various age groups. This served as motivation enough for the researcher to look into the perceptions of the teenage group involved in this study.
Aryeetey, Kotoh and Hindin (2010:26), National Contraception and Fertility Planning Policy and Service Delivery Guidelines (South Africa, Department of Health 2012:26–38) and Children's Act Guidelines (University of Cape Town Children' s Institute 2010:17) reported that efforts were made worldwide to encourage use of contraception. However, in spite of all efforts, literature reports on contraceptive use by women suggest either lack of use of contraceptives, limited use and or inconsistency in usage (Okonlawon et al. 2010:19). Hagan and Buxton (2012:175) reported 82.2% of lack of use of contraceptives amongst Ghanaian adolescents aged 15 to 19 years. The underutilisation of contraception amongst teenagers motivated the researcher to conduct a study in order to explore the perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives.
The aim of this research was to investigate the perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives in a selected clinic, with the purpose of improving contraceptive use.
The objective of the study was to explore and describe the perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives.
A qualitative, exploratory and descriptive approach was followed. Qualitative research is an emerging methodological paradigm that attempts to collect rich descriptive data in respect of a particular phenomenon or context with the intention of developing an understanding of what is being studied (Maree 2010:49–50). De Vos et al. (2011:65) indicated that a qualitative research paradigm was used to produce descriptive data in the participant's own written or spoken words and to elicit the participant's account of their perceptions. The researcher described and explored the perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives to gain insight and to develop a rich understanding of their perceptions. The design assisted the researcher to obtain comprehensive in-depth descriptive information.
The target population invited to participate comprised pregnant female teenagers aged 15 to 19 years attending ante-natal clinic (ANC), Post-Natal Clinic (PNC) and those who delivered babies in the Maternity Obstetric Unit (MOU) in the Tshwane District area. Non-probability purposive sampling was used to select participants meeting the eligibility criteria. A sample size of ten participants was sufficient to provide data saturation (Polit & Beck 2012:275). However, in addition to the proposed number, the researcher added five more participants to ensure the study's credibility.
The study was conducted in a natural setting. It was in the North-West area of the Tshwane District in a selected clinic. This natural setting was used as it is the most preferred clinic, because it is the only clinic in the area providing MOU and TOP services, and the catchment area is not restrictive. A private room, which was within the premises of a selected clinic and away from other consulting rooms, was utilised.
Data were derived from the participants through the use of unstructured face-to-face interviews. The purpose of unstructured interviews was to elicit information that enabled the researcher to achieve an in-depth understanding of the participant's perception and to elicit authentic accounts from the participants. The unstructured interviews were pre-tested prior to the collection of data, and this assisted the researcher in refining the research question. The unstructured individual interviews, which were recorded on a voice recorder, were conducted during a face-to-face encounter, after permission was obtained from the participants. The researcher used the recorder to capture the fuller record of the conversation (De Vos et al. 2011:359). She posed the research question: 'what are the perceptions of female teenagers on the use of contraceptives?', followed by probing, clarification, paraphrasing and reflecting to facilitate smooth communication, increase detailed exploration and ascertain clear understanding of what was communicated by the participants. The individual interviews were conducted for 30 to 45 minutes until data saturation was achieved.
Data were processed and analysed using the discourse method of data analysis (Terre Blanche, Durrheim & Painter 2010:328) to organise and synthesise the research data. The researcher undertook preliminary data analysis initially during data collection. The full conversation the researcher conducted with the participants was transcribed verbatim. The coding process included repeatedly reading through the data to understand the inherent sense. Thereafter, the principal researcher analysed and examined the interview transcript in detail to identify the recurrent patterns of data to be considered for themes. Different sections of the data considered relevant for themes were labelled. Similar patterns of talk in the form of sentences, phrases and even paragraphs were elaborated upon, summarised and condensed into subcategories, which were eventually classified into thematic categories. The interview transcript was submitted to the expert researcher for refinement of the categories. The participants' accounts of the phenomenon understudy were put together as five main categories with relevant subcategories under each.
Demographic data were collected to contextualise the findings from the female teenagers' background. Participants interviewed ranged between the ages of 15 to 19 years. The majority of the participants were still at high school level, except for one who was at tertiary level. Out of a sample of 15 participants, only one was married and three claimed to have planned the pregnancies. Almost all participants were still under parental care; an exception was one participant who indicated that she was to be married. These participants experienced the pregnancies and births for the first time.
The participants' accounts of the phenomenon under study were put together using five thematic categories as main headings with subcategories or themes under each.
Table 1 below reflects the perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District on the use of contraceptives.
The study revealed the perceptions female teenagers in the Tshwane District had on the use of contraceptives. The perceptions were classified into four subcategories namely: positive perception, negative perceptions, ignorance and blaming.
A positive perception of the use of contraceptives was expressed by some of the female teenagers. Contraceptives, which are used to prevent women from becoming pregnant, were perceived as a good practice which was supported by the participants, who said:
'Ok first thing is that those conca … the pill is for preventing pregnancy.' (Participant 12)'To … ok to stop the child from appearing and then sometimes and the diseases.' (Participant 7)
'Ok first thing is that those conca … the pill is for preventing pregnancy.' (Participant 12)
'To … ok to stop the child from appearing and then sometimes and the diseases.' (Participant 7)
On the contrary, some of the female teenagers perceived contraceptive use negatively. Reluctance to use contraceptives was evidenced in the following statements:
'Some teenagers do not want to use contraceptives because of maybe they think that either they will make you fat, change the way you look.' (Participant 4)'Many students do not want to use contraceptives just because they see contraceptives as … You see contraception as nothing; you ask yourself why do I use it?' (Participant 8)
'Some teenagers do not want to use contraceptives because of maybe they think that either they will make you fat, change the way you look.' (Participant 4)
'Many students do not want to use contraceptives just because they see contraceptives as … You see contraception as nothing; you ask yourself why do I use it?' (Participant 8)
Therefore, the participants refrained from engaging in this practice, thereby revealing their ignorance on contraception use:
'I think us teenagers, we are ignorant of them. Uh! Ja, ignorant towards them. The fact that we know about them and we are told a lot about them at school, the clinic and in the communities, still we do not go do, practice them. We got taught also at home.' (Participant 6)'I never thought I could become pregnant so I did not see the use of it, of prevention.' (Participant 9)
'I think us teenagers, we are ignorant of them. Uh! Ja, ignorant towards them. The fact that we know about them and we are told a lot about them at school, the clinic and in the communities, still we do not go do, practice them. We got taught also at home.' (Participant 6)
'I never thought I could become pregnant so I did not see the use of it, of prevention.' (Participant 9)
The teachings done were ignored such that perceived blaming of nurses' behaviour was cited as reason for failure to use contraceptives and this became a strong hold which was described by female teenagers as: Prior teaching of the female teenagers about the use of contraceptives was ignored to such an extent that the perceived blaming of the nurses' behaviour was cited as a reason for failing to use contraceptives. This became a strong hold which was described by female teenagers as:
'So I went to one of the clinics. Nurses there are very rude because when you go there they will ask you why you have sex or sleep around while you are still young. What! What!' (Participant 10)'Sometimes nurses can be harsh on you and sometimes they do not give advice. They can tell you why you have sex and stuff instead of helping you out.' (Participant 14)
'So I went to one of the clinics. Nurses there are very rude because when you go there they will ask you why you have sex or sleep around while you are still young. What! What!' (Participant 10)
'Sometimes nurses can be harsh on you and sometimes they do not give advice. They can tell you why you have sex and stuff instead of helping you out.' (Participant 14)
Contraceptive effects on teenagers were apparent as side effects coupled with the myths. Side effects were pointed out as being responsible for the gynaecological problems and changes in the body structure. These were verbalised as follows:
'Uh! I started; I used them for 2 years and then started having pain in the bladder. I ran to hospital and they transferred me to gynaecology. I stopped using them; thinking that maybe it is the clot from the dirty clot. So they transferred me to gynaecology and I told them I do not want to use these conca … those pills and those injections anymore.' (Participant 6)'I used the injection, then stopped it when it stopped my periods. The thing of stopping my periods, I do not like it.' (Participant 13)'There is this thing that; that is said; when you use contraceptives you gain weight or you start eating too much things like that. So they would rather not use them because we are afraid of gaining weight, ja.' (Participant 11)
'Uh! I started; I used them for 2 years and then started having pain in the bladder. I ran to hospital and they transferred me to gynaecology. I stopped using them; thinking that maybe it is the clot from the dirty clot. So they transferred me to gynaecology and I told them I do not want to use these conca … those pills and those injections anymore.' (Participant 6)
'I used the injection, then stopped it when it stopped my periods. The thing of stopping my periods, I do not like it.' (Participant 13)
'There is this thing that; that is said; when you use contraceptives you gain weight or you start eating too much things like that. So they would rather not use them because we are afraid of gaining weight, ja.' (Participant 11)
Some of the participants described their own and their acquired ideas about contraceptive use in this manner:
'I was thinking that they will not treat me well. So many people, who use them, say the contraceptives leave dirty blood in your body.' (Participant 5)'I stopped using them because I thought it is a dirty clot.' (Participant 6)
'I was thinking that they will not treat me well. So many people, who use them, say the contraceptives leave dirty blood in your body.' (Participant 5)
'I stopped using them because I thought it is a dirty clot.' (Participant 6)
The researcher observed that the participants in this study adhered to the controlling directives they obtained from friends and other people of importance. Peer influence and influence by significant others contributed a lot of pressure on the participants' contraceptive use. The pressure caused the participants to give in to the demands of their peers and significant others, to such an extent that participants imitated each other's behaviour. This observation is supported by one of the participants, who said:
'I was thinking I would not have sex. So there comes a stage of adolescent. So me and my friends, we imitated one another. It was exciting. We then had sex secretively. When having sex secretively like that, then came another part. I fell pregnant and my friends did not.' (Participant 5)
The participants believed in their friends and significant others' approval, or disapproval, to such an extent that it served as justification for the use or non-use of contraceptives:
'As we are like talking as teenagers some teenagers said even if you use them the sperm will enter inside you so is like there is no use to use them.' (Participant 12)'My grandmother did not want me to use the contraceptives. She thinks that I am going to be all over [promiscuous].' (Participant 7)'I am going to use it (contraceptive methods) because the nurse said so.' (Participant 7)
'As we are like talking as teenagers some teenagers said even if you use them the sperm will enter inside you so is like there is no use to use them.' (Participant 12)
'My grandmother did not want me to use the contraceptives. She thinks that I am going to be all over [promiscuous].' (Participant 7)
'I am going to use it (contraceptive methods) because the nurse said so.' (Participant 7)
The participants verbalised the following perception that contributed to non-use and/or discontinued use of contraceptives: The need for more information and reinforcement of what is known. Some participants felt there is a strong need to involve peers and others in education about contraceptives:
'I think if the teenager can talk to them because if an elder talks to them they think that, that elder, is she is mad or does not know anything because today's youth think that they know everything and that is not the right thing. We all know that we do not know anything; we are still learning.' (Participant 13)
Another participant indicated that:
'Advice must always be given to them. I think mostly doctors and nurses must go to the schools to go and talk to teenagers about this contraceptive thing because most or some of them do not get … do not learn this from their parents. Some parents are scared to talk to their children about having sex at an early age and what could happen to them. So, I think teenagers must be given advice about contraceptives.' (Participant 14)
University of Pretoria Faculty Ethics Committee (105/2013), the Tshwane District Ethics Committee (20/2013) and the facility manager approved the research. Participants were alerted and informed about what their participation involved, with emphasis on voluntary participation. Thereafter, verbal informed consent and written informed consent were granted by individual participants prior to the interview. Female teenagers under the age of 18 had to discuss their participation with the parents, agree and be allowed participation by their parents through a signed informed consent form. The participants brought the forms to the appointments on the dates set with the researcher. Ethical principles of research were adhered to.
Guba's approach was used in this study to ensure the study rigor (Polit & Beck 2012:584–595). Credibility was obtained through the use of prolonged engagement with the participants and member checking. Member checking was ascertained by reiterating information received from the participants during the interview discussions, at the end of each interview session. On the other hand, prolonged engagement was ascertained through involvement with the participants during data collection, including 30 to 45 minutes of interview on a face-to-face encounter. The researcher submitted raw data to the independent coder to achieve confirmability of this study. Thereafter, rich descriptive data was provided in the research report to allow transferability.
According to the results, in the North-West area of the Tshwane District perceptions of female teenagers contributed to non-use and discontinued use of contraceptives. Most female teenagers in the Tshwane District still experienced unplanned pregnancies. From the 15 female participants interviewed, perceptions on the use of contraceptives, contraceptive effects on teenagers, social pressure and education about contraceptives were described as contributing to the use or non-use of contraceptives. The perceptions on the use of contraceptives were revealed. Although some were positive, the predominant perceptions were negative, showing some ignorance and a tendency to blame others. Syed et al. (2012:2–5), Appiah-Agyekum and Kayi (2013:41–42) and Kinaro (2013:7) are in agreement with the findings that contributed to the non-use and the discontinued use of contraceptives.
Of concern were the predominating negative perceptions. Lack of willingness to utilise contraceptives reflected the greatest negative perception described by female teenagers. Despite the knowledge and understanding of the value of contraceptive use female teenagers displayed, there were still utterances such as the use of contraceptives was stressful and too much of a responsibility, which revealed ignorance and lack of commitment. Khanal et al. (2011:181) pointed to the same sentiment in a similar study they conducted. Female teenagers seemed to have allowed themselves to be overwhelmed by their perceptions to the point of blaming the nurses for their failure to use contraceptives.
Contraceptive effects on teenagers included perceived side effects and myths shared by female teenagers as they related to one another during the discussions. The researcher observed that perceived contraceptive effects discouraged the majority of female teenagers in the Tshwane District to use or continue with the use of contraceptives. The focus was on petty issues such as change in looks than on the unpleasant consequences of non-use of contraceptives. Female teenagers complained of weight gain, change in menstrual patterns, being sick and thinking that contraceptives induce dirty blood or clots. Their perceptions contributed to a lack of initiation of contraceptives by some of the teenagers, which the majority regretted. Evidence in studies conducted by Kanku and Mash (2010:568), Okanlawon et al. (2010:20), Wood et al. (2009:20) and Hagan and Buxton (2012:176) confirm the findings of this study.
The researcher discovered that the female teenagers subjected themselves to invaluable influence and pressure by peers and significant others. The participants lacked belief in their ability to make decisions regarding contraceptive use, as such conformed to the messages they received from their peers and significant others. The unpleasant outcome, which was unplanned pregnancy, made them become teenage mothers; a mistake they regretted immensely. The participants felt they could have used the contraceptives to delay pregnancy despite the perceptions. Thus, they could have avoided the mistake of falling pregnant at a young age. Forty percent of female teenagers between the ages of 15 and fewer than 20 were reported as being influenced not to use contraceptives (Aryeetey et al. 2010:30).
The researcher noted that the majority of female teenagers cited the need for more information should be accessible to their peers and significant other people. Provision of information on available contraception became a strong desire from the discussions held with the participants. Female teenagers believe that a lack of information or discussion with parents about contraception has affected their contraceptive use behaviour (Kanku & Mash 2010:568). Therefore, the researcher is of the opinion that there is a need to rethink education programmes and adapt them to meet the needs of female teenagers to encourage and sustain contraceptive use, prevent accidental pregnancies and minimise the unpleasant consequences they experienced. Attention should be focused on other available methods of contraception as the condom, pill, and injectables were the only methods of contraception used for those who ever used, or discontinued using, them. Side effects should be mentioned, and the actions be taken when experiencing the side effects. The re-education should be the effort of a collaborative partnership amongst female teenagers, nurses, doctors, teachers and community groups to effectively improve contraceptive use.
The findings in this study reflected the perceptions of female teenagers in the Tshwane District. The need for joint efforts amongst clinic nurses, managers, lecturers and doctors in educating female teenagers about other available contraceptive methods should be of high priority in order to increase teenagers' choice of method and to influence change in their perceptions on contraception. The researcher recommends that health education programmes be restructured to intensify education on contraception and contraceptive methods. The purpose of such programmes would be to effectively influence female teenagers' perceptions about contraception and encourage commitment and informed decision-making regarding their use. The programmes should incorporate community groups, parents and male partners to enhance ownership and effective dissemination of information.
The source of the data was largely dependent on female teenagers within the age of 15 to 19 in a selected clinic. As such, the findings cannot be transferable since the study is not representative of the entire teenage population.
The study recommends that health education should be structured to meet the needs of teenagers. The study further suggests that research should be conducted which should focus on the perceptions of both female and male teenagers on the use of contraceptives on a larger scale, as this study only investigated female teenagers in a selected clinic.
The results provided evidence-based information about the perceptions described by the female teenagers in the Tshwane District. The findings revealed that the perceptions of female teenagers on the use of contraceptives were a major reason for female teenagers not using, and discontinuing using, contraceptives. The majority of participants displayed an intention of preparedness to comply with the use of contraceptives to avoid the mistakes of encountering the unpleasant outcomes they were faced with. Thus, the need for more information from knowledgeable persons. The female teenagers' perceptions can be positively influenced to improve the behaviour regarding the use of available contraceptives.
The researchers acknowledge with gratitude the Tshwane District health Department for providing them with the permission to utilise one of the clinics in the area. The participants are earnestly acknowledged for voluntarily agreeing to make this study a success through their participation.
The authors declare that they have no financial or personal relationship(s) that may have inappropriately influenced them in writing this article.
N.S.T. (student at the University of Pretoria) was responsible for drafting the article regarding the title, methodology, analysis and interpretation and discussion of data, finalising the manuscript and M.D.P. (University of Pretoria) was responsible for supervising the student for the entire study. M.D.P. also assisted with the initial writing, revision, approval of the final manuscript version as well as proof editing of the article.
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Advanced imaging technology improves spinal surgery outcome
Using a three-dimensional (3D) image-guided system to help place screws in the spines of patients results in safe and accurate surgery with a decrease in the number of misplaced screws, and subsequent injuries, seen in more traditional operations, say neurosurgeons at Mayo Clinic in Florida.
In the Dec. 9 online edition of the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine, Mayo physicians published the largest study yet using 3D image-guided technology to place screws in the spine for spinal fusion procedures. The screws are used to stabilize the spine in patients who suffer from collapsed discs or compressed nerves.
Specifically, after implanting 1084 "pedicle" screws in 220 patients, surgeons reported a nerve injury rate of less than 1 percent. Additionally, less than 1 percent of the screws in this study were considered to be significantly misplaced. That compares to a reported nerve injury rate of up to 8 percent and a misplacement rate of up to 55 percent using standard technology. As well, re-operation for removal of a misplaced screw has been reported in other surgical literature to be as high as 6.5 percent but occurred in less than half of one percent of all patients in the Mayo study, according to the researchers.
"Using 3D image-guided technology to help us place these screws results in a much better outcome for our patients," says Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon Eric Nottmeier, M.D., the study's lead investigator. "In addition to the decreased incidence of nerve root injury, this technology allows us to place larger screws into the spine, which can also increase the success rate of the operation."
The technology uses a special camera on a computer that uses infrared light to track a surgical instrument in 3D space. The surgeon places the instrument on the patient's spine and navigates the spine using the computer. The surgical instrument is used to determine the best entry point and trajectory for each screw. An image-guided screwdriver is used to place a screw.
In most other institutions, pedicle screws are placed using a freehand technique or by fluoroscopy, which uses X-rays to capture a one-dimensional image on a television screen of the process of screw placement. Not only is the image less detailed, but both patients and the operating room staff can be exposed to radiation and must use lead clothing for protection, Dr. Nottmeier says. Almost all patients in this study were given a CT scan following surgery so that a radiologist could independently determine how well the screws were placed.
"Every person's spine is a little bit unique," Dr. Nottmeier says, "and unexpected variations in bone shape and density can make screw placement in the spine more challenging, especially in patients who have had previous spine surgery." Almost half of the patients in the Mayo study had a previous spine surgery.
"This technique allows us to have the best view possible of the vertebrae as we operate," Dr. Nottmeier says.
Based on the success of the technique, the image guidance system is now used in all spinal screw operations at Mayo Clinic's campus in Florida.
Two different image guided systems were used in this study: the "Stealth Treon," manufactured by Medtronic of Littleton, Mass., and the "BrainLAB Vector Vision," from BrainLAB in Westchester, Ill. Nottmeier is a paid consultant for BrainLAB, however, this study was done independently and did not involve any company funding.
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App Review: Assassin's Creed – Altair's Chronicles by Gameloft
by Bret on
May 29, 2009
Filed under Daily App Reviews, Games, Staff Favorites
Assassin's Creed – Altair's Chronicles by Gameloft is one of the best titles for the iPhone. You are Altair, the master assassin, and must search and find The Chalice to end the crusade. Along your journey you will kill Templars, climb buildings, swing around with your grappling hook, and even perform tortures to get your questions answered. This game takes place in 1191 AD. So, rather than shooting enemies with advanced weapons, you get to use direct combat with swords, daggers, and even bombs.
As you begin the game, you have a sword and not many skills to work with. You are given brief instructions, and then you are on your way. On the bottom of the screen are the controls. On the left side of the screen is your joystick, and on the right is your sword, jumping, and shield abilities. At the top of your screen, your health and number of orbs you have collected is displayed. As you approach an enemy, simply start using your sword to kill him. As you progress through the game, you will learn combo attacks to help you eliminate the enemies quicker. Throughout the game are blue orbs and red orbs. The blue orbs are used to upgrade your sword and health. The red orbs are used to heal you. As you continue, instructions are given to inform you on the next task you must accomplish. At the top of the screen is a green arrow to help lead you in the right direction.
Every so often you'll need to get some information or a key to help you. To pickpocket a person, walk quietly up to them and press the yellow button that appears. The view will then change to the inside of the person's bag. Swipe your finger all across the screen to light up the bag, and safely guide the object you want through the bag to the exit without touching the sides or any other items. To perform an interrogation, approach the victim and press the yellow button that appears. Press the numbers in the correct numerical order when the red circles become green. You will then get the information and be on your way. At any point during the game, you can exit to the main menu and choose a memory to play. Any level that you have completed will become playable.
Assassin's Creed is an amazing game that has finally graced the app store with its presence. It works very well with the iPhone and is fun to play. The game is very long and detailed. It is definitely worth the money and is a great title to show off to your friends.
Assassin's Creed – Altair's Chronicles is $5.99 in the iTunes App Store.
Developer's Website: http://www.gameloft.com/


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Eastman Kodak Co. on Friday said it will "wind down" sales of its consumer inkjet printers, though the company plans to continue to sell ink for the devices.
Kodak also said it had boosted by 200 the number of jobs it will eliminate by year's end.
The company expects to incur charges of some $90 million, including $20 million related to separation benefits, $32 million in non-cash related charges for accelerated depreciation and asset write-offs, and $38 million in other cash-related charges, the company states in filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Meanwhile, Kodak intends to submit a motion to the Bankruptcy Court on Friday to extend until Feb. 28 its exclusive right to file a plan of reorganization. A hearing to consider the motion and other matters is slated for Oct. 17.
The extension will assist the company as it continues its progress toward successful emergence in the first half of 2013, Kodak said. In the motion, Kodak describes the progress it has made toward reorganization since filing for Chapter 11 on Jan. 19.
Kodak previously had announced its plan to emerge as a company focused on commercial, packaging and functional printing solutions and enterprise services, as well as processes to sell its personalized imaging and document imaging businesses.
Chairman and CEO Antonio Perez last month indicated that reflected the company's shift from a consumer-focused business to one focused on business-to-business sales.
Consistent with that emergence strategy, the company said, Kodak has continued to manage its consumer inkjet business for profitability. Starting in 2013, it will focus that business on the sale of ink to its installed base. Kodak expects the move to significantly improve cash flow in the United States beginning in the first half of next year.
"Kodak is making good progress toward emergence from Chapter 11, taking significant actions to reorganize our core ongoing businesses, reduce costs, sell assets and streamline our organizational structure," Perez said. "Steps such as the sale of personalized imaging and document imaging, and the consumer inkjet decision, will substantially advance the transformation of our business.
"As we complete the other key objectives of our restructuring in the weeks ahead, we will be well-positioned to emerge successfully in 2013."
In its motion to the court, Kodak states its specific accomplishments, including an extensive operational restructuring that has streamlined businesses and reduced corporate costs.
The restructuring includes the downsizing of Kodak's global workforce by more than 2,700 positions this year, with the current expectation of a further reduction of at least 1,200 employees. That is up 200 from the 1,000 announced this month.
The 23 percent headcount reduction will result in savings of more than $340 million a year and a smaller workforce of roughly 13,100 employees, the company said.
Kodak said it also has used the bankruptcy code to renegotiate existing supply contracts or to enforce pre-filing contracts to achieve substantial cost savings. It has acted to exit or sell unprofitable and declining businesses, such as the digital camera and online photo services businesses.
While the sale processes for its personalized imaging and document imaging businesses are in the early stages, the company said, there already has been significant interest among potential buyers. Negotiations related to the sale of its intellectual property assets continue.
Kodak expects soon to begin realizing savings from its moves, and continues to look at additional operational and workforce reductions.
"The actions we are taking are significant steps toward our successful emergence," Perez said.
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[Posted 04/09/2008] Schwarz Pharma informed healthcare professionals and patients of the recall of Neupro, a transdermal delivery system worn on the skin and used to treat early stage Parkinson's disease, at the end of April 2008, because of the formation of rotigotine crystals in the patches. When the drug crystallizes, less drug is available to be absorbed through the skin and the efficacy of the product may vary. Healthcare professionals should not initiate any new patients on Neupro and should begin to down-titrate all patients currently using the product per the guidelines in the product labeling. Patients should NOT abruptly discontinue therapy. Abrupt withdrawal of dopamine agonists has been associated with a syndrome resembling neuroleptic malignant syndrome or akinetic crises.


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Chris Albeluhn's out of work, like all too many Americans. But instead of wasting time on Facebook or sleeping until 3pm like I used to do when between jobs, Albeluhn made an interactive 3D map of the universe using the popular Unreal Engine. The out-of-work developer started raising funds on IndieGoGo and currently has enough money to hit a planned PC release for his space exploration program.
It's incredibly cool to look at and contains accurate astronomical data, to boot. Albeluhn has said that he'd like The Solar System to wind up in educational institutions and that's a good a reason as any to go and donate to his efforts.
Awesome Solar System App Uses The Unreal Engine [Game Informer]


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Beat the Streak in a Day and win $5.6 million
Who wants to be a millionaire? Better question: Who doesn't?
Those MLB season tickets you've always wanted? They'd be yours for years to come. Want to hit up every Major League ballpark? You'd be traveling first class.
And if you think all that's unobtainable without a ton of toiling, think again. Because thanks to Beat the Streak in a Day -- one of MLB.com's fantasy games -- $5.6 million could become a part of your reality in just a several-hour span on Friday.
In MLB.com's traditional Beat the Streak game, participants try to establish a virtual "hitting streak" by picking one or two big leaguers per day, with their streaks continuing as long as their selections collect at least one hit in their contests. Stretch a streak to 57, and you win the ultimate cash prize.
Beat the Streak in a Day works the same way, except for one not-so-small difference: Fans can make all 57 picks at once. Get them all right, and you can call yourself a millionaire.
Those who want to play can do so two ways:
1. Eligible fans looking to flaunt their baseball acumen can show their stuff by picking the "Select Your Own" option, which allows for all 57 picks to be made by the participant.
2. Entry can come with just an easy button push, too, as "Quick Pick" will choose 57 out of the top big leaguers based on several different criteria: Top 2014 batting average, most hits in '14 and highest hits-to-games-played rate in '14. The final decision rests with you, however; if you don't like some of your selections, you can change any or all of them as you'd like.
Fans who wish to join the quick-hitting fun can do so until 4 p.m. ET on Friday. Just visit MLB.com/btscontest to sign up.
Regardless of the game's outcome, someone will leave a winner. If no one bats 1.000 (57-for-57), $1,000 will be awarded to the fan who comes closest.
A cool grand was granted each time BTS in a Day ran in 2013; last time it was played, in September, the leader took home the solid sum following an impressive 45-for-57 (78.9%) performance. And don't think that was an outlier of some sort, as a handful of others also finished within striking distance. Baseball's truly a game of inches, and with a few bloops here and a seeing-eye bleeder there, you could become a BTS legend with just one push of a button. Not a bad deal, if you ask us.
In 13-plus seasons of BTS play, no one has matched Joe DiMaggio's record hitting streak of 56, set in 1941. To win the game's $5.6 million grand prize, one must top Joe D.'s run by one. Whether someone can do so on Friday remains to be seen.


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Friday, May 18, 2012
Cloud Pillow!Category: Cloud, Cloud Pillow, Sewing, Tutorial
Author: Sierra @ The Blue Robin Cottage
4 comments:
- Unknown said...
Oh wow.. how cute! Your blog is amazing btw. Love it.
Stopping by from TT & J and I would like for you to come by to my party and link up your awesome projects :)
Thanks so much!
Angie from Little Inspiration
- May 18, 2012 at 8:46 PM
- Michelle @ Delicate Construction said...
This is so adorable, I would love to try one for my daughters room!
Thanks so much for sharing and I am a new follower!
Hope you have a great weekend!
- May 19, 2012 at 7:32 PM
- From Lucy with Love said...
Hi there!
I would really like to echo the comment above from Michelle. This is such a sweet project! I am a relatively new follower and love popping by your blog to see such lovely inspirational posts and projects!
- July 24, 2012 at 6:43 AM
- LaurelH79 said...
The daughter wanted a smaller cloud pillow. She
Did her magic and the new numbers ce up.
- August 30, 2012 at 10:58 PM
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5 Berth motorhome, suitable for 2 adults and 3 children over 8 years old - varies 1 left Listed Oct 10 2019 TCID 370130
|Earliest pickup date
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|Oct 21 2019
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Estimated route 750 miles
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I'm having problems with Freeview on Windows Media Center. Up until the 21 November 2012, all channels worked perfectly fine.
Now all channels except for the MediaWorks channels don't work anymore, they just freeze and then WMC tells me that there is no signal for the channel. I'm using a Hauppauge WinTV HVR-2200 MCE on Windows 8 Pro with Media Center 64-bit.
There is nothing wrong with the fact I'm using Windows 8 that's causing problems and neither are my computer specs as TV worked perfectly fine before 21 November.
I'm using a UHF aerial and my lounge TV with a TiVo is connected to the same aerial via a splitter and it still picks up the channels fine so it ain't the aerial. I'm going to upload a YouTube video of the problem soon.
I also doubled the BufferPoolSize to 200 (Hex) or 512 (Dec) in the registry to stop the stuttering and I know that isn't the problem either cause I put that back down to default and it still isn't playing the channels back. I don't know why only the MediaWorks channels work and no other channels do but I'm guessing it's got something to do with my computer.
Also I don't see how this could have affected it but coincidentally I also changed my monitor's connection from HDMI to DVI to prevent to double-refresh when changing resolutions or toggling fullscreen and that was on the 21st as well but I think this is pure coincidence as the channels still screw up on my second DVI monitor (I'm using a dual monitor set up). I hope someone here can help me.
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This is a picture of Steve working on our old/new picnic table.
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And it certainly is big enough for our family. You might note it's sitting on our new patio. Look, there's Muddy in the back right portion of the pic. That's Josh and Shelley's new dog (previously Shelley's Dad's dog).
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User Notes as a Teaching Tool
For the past few weeks, I've been teaching a Sunday School class on Bible study methods using the book of Colossians. Rather than just giving a series of lectures about the Bible, I want to get people reading the Bible for themselves and learning some basic methods of interpretation.
I started by laying out a bare-bones inductive method: what I call the I See! So What? Hmm… method. The I See! step refers to making simple observations about the text being studied. The So What? refers to deriving simple life applications from the text. The Hmm… is just a reminder that if you have a question you can't answer right now, you should jot it down so you can consider it later on.
In addition to laying out this simple method, I encouraged the people in my Sunday School class to focus on paragraphs rather than verses. I explained that verse breaks, while useful for locating a passage, are not usually the best way to break up a passage of study. Making observations on paragraphs would give them a much better feel for that passage's flow of thought.
To help them see how this method works, I created a User Notes file and added notes to Colossians 1:1 and 1:2. I recorded simple observations, applications, and questions about each verse. I also added notes to the first verse of each paragraph in Colossians 1. In each of those notes, I pasted the headings I See! (Observation):, So What? (Application):, and Hmm… (Question):, with several lines of space between them. I then simply printed the resulting User Notes file and used that as a handout on which they could write their observations on each paragraph.
In class, I projected an Accordance workspace with my preferred translation in one pane and the User Notes file in the other. Like this:
After explaining the method, I had each member of the class write down his or her observations, applications, and questions on Colossians 1:3-8. I gave them about ten minutes to do so, then asked them to share any observations they had made. When the first person shared an observation, I simply began typing it in the User Notes pane. This opened the User Notes Edit window and the entire class could see the observation that was shared. Other members of the class then shared their observations, and I did my best to enter them into the user notes file for everyone to see. We proceeded like this through a number of observations, applications, and questions, with me adding my own comments or prompting them with questions about the passage.
By using the User Notes feature in this way, I was able to encourage class participation and praise them in their own efforts to unpack the passage. The class became less about what I had to teach about Colossians and more about all of us digging into the passage together. And of course, the class brought out aspects of the passage I might never have noticed on my own.
The class was so successful we didn't have time to get beyond verse 8! But that was okay. They had the printed handout I had given them, so I sent them home with the assignment to dig into the next several paragraphs using the I See! So What? Hmm… method. This, of course, is my ultimate goal: to get them studying the Bible for themselves and feeling confident about their own ability to do so.
The simple editability of Accordance User Notes made it easy to transform my Sunday School class from a lecture into a collaborative Bible study, and the ability to print my notes made creating a simple handout incredibly easy.
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I know you've talked about the rationale for having the seperate user note edit window before, but I still think it's goofy, and it seems especially so now that so many other seperate windows and palettes have been integrated together in Accordance 10. I'm quite surprised it's still around. Maybe it will catch up and be integrated to allow for in-pane editing in v11? Or maybe v10.5?
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Update: The 'Damned' tour has begun! See below for all the cities Chuck will be reading at. Some events are ticketed, so read the details carefully.
Couple important details from Random House:
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