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As I mentioned earlier, the previous owner left all kinds of stuff in the attic. Her daughter told me that they have no use for them; I can do what I want with them!
I've always been fascinated by attics. As a child, I used to sneak up to my grandparents' attic to explore. It always felt like a magical, mysterious place, slightly scary but not too much so, filled with forgotten treasures waiting to be discovered. I've felt the same way in the past few weeks, climbing up to my own attic.
The most wonderful discovery I've made so far is an old shoebox filled with typewritten sheets of poems and black and white photographs. Photos and scans of those soon!


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Barbara Hepworth: Sculpture for a Modern World
Words by Carlotta Annunziata
London, Tate Britain
Barbara Hepworth, born in Yorkshire in 1903, emerged in the late 1920s as a leading member of a new generation of sculptors carving in stone and wood. Her work became increasingly abstract and, in the 1930s, she started to make sculpture in terms of her experience of landscape.
The Tate Britain is now presenting a major retrospective of the sculptor, spanning her whole career and following a trajectory from the smaller carved figurative works of the 20s to the larger and abstract sculptures of the 50s and 60s, with her sculptures growing in size hand in hand with her international reputation.
Barbara Hepworth was inspired by her surroundings, especially the seaside scenery of St Ives, and all her works have a strong natural feeling to them. Her work takes the shape of nature, reminding the viewer of ocean waves, rocks and tree trunks. These are sculptures meant for the open air, immersed in natural landscapes.
The exhibition starts out with her earlier work. Barbara Hepworth's sculptures start out on a relatively small scale, but they are still highly desirable, almost inviting you to touch and stroke them (which is obviously impossible since they are unfortunately locked inside glass boxes). Alongside these first sculptures, the initial rooms present also paintings, collages, videos and drawings of herself and other artists of the period including her second husband.
A perfect example of how Barbara Hepworth's sculptures are inextricably linked to the earth, and also a highlight of the exhibition, are the four large sculptures in African hardwood - created at the peak of her carving career and described by Barbara as "the great logs" – which have been reunited in one room.
The last rooms manage to bring a glimpse of the outside world inside the gallery, with walls decorated with photographic prints of greenery and grey bricks assembled to create a wall. This seemingly gives the sculptures more space and brings the viewer out of the gallery and into the open air, where Barbara's works are meant to live.
Barbara Hepworth: Sculpture for a Modern World is on until October 25th.

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Gasoline Resumes Climb, Rises 6.65 Cents In Two Weeks, Hits $3.57/Gallon (And Almost $9/Gallon In Europe)
by Tyler Durden
More bad news for America's motorists experiencing first hand the objectivity of the Nobel peace prize award committee: all those who were expecting a decline in gasoline prices following one of the fastest jumps in history will have to defer their dreams just a little longer. As Trilby Lundberg observes: "this weekend the world has changed. Instead of seeing the end of the price rise coming up, or even a decline, we might see a resumption of the climb at the pump." And as we enter April with near record high prices (for this time of the year -gas is still 54 cebts below its all time summer high in July 2008), this month's consumer confidence number will once again print sorely lacking, causing the most reflexive market indicator to take another step down demanding every more nuanced attention from the Fed, which will soon have no choice but to step in and replace consumption lost (read buy the Russel 2000) due to unprecedented gas prices, further detaching markets from the underlying economy, and not to mention reality. Yet even these nosebleed US gas prices are nothing compared to the decimation in Europe, where gas is now likely almost $9/gallon (when we observed it last two weeks ago, it was $8.632/gallon). Does anyone wonder why France is so eager to liberate the Libyan people from the oppression of their light sweet crude oil, er, pardon, dictatorial regime…
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Data Transformations "By Example" in the Azure Machine Learning Workbench
This post is authored by Ranvijay Kumar, Senior Program Manager at Microsoft. In this post, I talk about the Derive Column By Example transformation – an unexpected, powerful and super-efficient way to perform complex data transformations in the Azure Machine Learning Workbench. Imagine you're head chef at a boutique restaurant where meals are prepared by… Read more


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Context-Sensitive Streets
Streets are platforms for capturing value while roads efficiently move traffic between points. The street is an incredible multidimensional invention. A well-designed street provides non-traffic social functions related to gathering, assembly, recreation, and aesthetics. The social life of cities follows from the urbanism of streetscapes formed by landscape architecture, ecological engineering, public space configurations, building frontage systems, and townscaping. The best streets are their cities' most vital places.
Context-sensitive streets aim to recover the pedestrian life eliminated by modern traffic engineering. The real problem is the universal application of highway design standards to all road types including local streets. Cities once again understand that multiple modes of movement and public activity within the street are force multipliers for economic and social prosperity. New street types are re-emerging, including the shared street, the green street, transit plazas, and multiway boulevards where streets are rooms for motorists as well as pedestrians.
Related Work
The lamination of a slow street with a highway stretches the civic landscapes and pedestrian spaces common to a town square along Mayflower's 4,500-foot length.
The proposed School Avenue streetscape frames new development between the Walton Arts Center and the Fayetteville Public Library with arts-based civic infrastructure.
Beyond simple infill development, housing serves as a place-making tool to anchor a nascent downtown arts district for Fayetteville, Arkansas.
The Creative Corridor retrofits a four-block segment of an endangered historic downtown Main Street through development catalyzed by the cultural arts rather than Main Street's traditional retail base.
Flyover gardens are a new hybrid that integrates highway infrastructure and landscape while restoring the urban surface for pedestrian market activity.
A suburban five-lane commercial arterial is transformed into a multiway boulevard including public art and edible landscaping.
The housing master plan shifts age related planning processes from traditional institutional settings toward a more community-based solution.
Distinguished by their contexts and fluvial profiles, three urban stream reaches are developed to create a new downtown greenway.
Highway Ecologies is a participatory planning model to achieve context-sensitive highway design.


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After an early morning shoot of the property, the hotel manager invited me to shoot the cityscape at sunrise. With dense fog rolling in the shot was simply impossible. However, seeing the huge signage and dramatic light I talked him into a portrait.
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February. Blech. It's the most Monday of months. But there are ways to revive your spirit and return your body to its sprightly spring ways, including thumbing through Ancient Wisdom, Modern Kitchen: Recipes from the East for Health, Healing, and Long Life by Dr. Yuan Wang, Warren Sheir, and Mika Ono (Da Capo, $20). It will put an instant spring in anyone's step. [more]Ancient Wisdom, Modern Kitchen also was among the books chosen for review by Publishers Weekly (February 8, 2010). The review begins:
For the uninitiated, using Chinese herbs can be intimidating. Admitting that "entering the world of traditional Chinese medicine is like learning a new language," the three authors of this well-penned title highlight key concepts of east Asian herbal cooking, and lucidly explain their holistic approach to cooking. [more]We're excited about the book's release on March 9!


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How My Dog Bailey Survived Distemper and How Yours Could TOO!
NOTE: Many readers have asked how Bailey is doing now so I'm going to link a short FB video here showing how frisky she is two years after the Spinal Tap. Click here to get to the video!
I am writing down the story of my dog Bailey and her battle against Distemper in the hope that if your dog has Distemper, you won't give up and just let your dog die. Distemper may not have a cure (it's a virus) but there are ways to help give your dog better chances of surviving.
First of all, you have to understand that Distemper is VERY hard to diagnose. At least that's what I've read on almost all the Distemper websites I've visited. It took my vets more than a week to figure out that Bailey had Distemper. Most of time this is the case; pet owners like me discover that its Distemper a little bit late in the game.
DAY ONE – Tuesday, March 8, 2011
The first sign that Bailey was ill was her lack of energy, reddish eyes and a runny nose.
It was very odd because Bailey is like a jumping jelly bean and can jump higher than my head – I'm pretty tall at 5'9″. She also can't contain herself when I'm around, so to see her listless and just sitting there was incredibly disturbing.
So I figured maybe she had a cold. Since animals are less hardy than people when it comes to colds, we took her at once to our Vet in Tiendesitas on C5. It's a clinic run by Vets In Practice but has a different name in Tiendesitas, I forgot the name, but it's the only Vet Clinic in Tiende and you can't miss it.
I remember the name now – it's Animal Care Specialists Vet Clinic.
They did a few tests:
Temperature – she was running a medium fever.
A test for worms – she was positive for hookworms.
A blood test to check if it was Heartworm, Parvo or something affecting her internal organs – she was negative for these, a big relief for me.
First diagnosis – could be worms causing her lethargy. So they gave Bailey a pill to de-worm her and we took her home.
DAY 5 – Saturday, March 12, 2011
I was expecting Bailey to improve quickly because worms aren't such a big problem. But she was still lethargic and that is never a good sign with a dog known to be frisky. So we brought her back to the vet but this time, I insisted that we check her in overnight even if the Vet said she had no fever.
During this visit, they did a test to check her sugar levels but there was no problem with that. At this time, the Vet admitted he was baffled over what could be affecting my darling Bailey Girl but he was suspicious it could be blood parasites.
Second diagnosis – it might be blood parasites. So the vet prescribed a pill for 14 days. As I said, we checked her in anyway and the next day we took her home. The Vets informed me that she was quite ferocious, barking at them all time and growling when they would feed her. I took this as a positive sign thinking that she was okay now.
But Bailey continued to be listless and I started noticing that her nose was getting dry, and the ridge above it was thickening (a Distemper sign that I didn't know about) and she also seemed to be breathing abnormally because the pit of her belly kept pumping really fast. But I continued to give her the pill for blood parasites reminding myself to be patient because just like vampires, blood parasites ares hard to kill.
DAY 11 – Friday, March 18, 2011
No improvement with Bailey. Although she had no fever, she looked as limp as a plate of stale lettuce. Furthermore, she started to walk with a slight wobble in her back legs. Again, we took her to Tiendesitas. Since the first Vet that checked Bailey was not in, a different Vet checked her out. He listened to her heart and he heard an odd beat.
Third Diagnosis – Arrhythmia. Instead of the regular pitak-pitak, Bailey's heart was off-beat. The Vet said that this, combined with blood parasites could be causing her to be weak and wobbly. He said that we should just continue giving Bailey the meds for blood parasites and then afterwards, we will deal with the Arrhythmia.
Fine. We took her home, still hopeful that she'd be okay.
DAY 12 – Saturday, March 19
The first thing I did when I woke up was check Bailey girl. She was the same boring dish of lettuce except I thought I noticed a nervous twitching. It was very mild though – you'd only notice it if you were looking really closely – her jaw was twitching every second or two and so was her forearm. Little did I know that this twitching was a Distemper hallmark.
The wobble in her back legs also seemed more pronounced today so I told Ron (my hubby) that we had better take her to the main animal hospital of Vets in Practice in Mandaluyong and not to Tiendesitas anymore.
At Vets in Practice they did several tests:
A stool test – negative for worms (of course.)
A blood test – white blood cells were very low.
It was the blood test that made the Vet suspicious that it could be Distemper. So he did one more test – something that looked exactly like a pregnancy test (you know, the white, rectangular plastic stick?) except you drop blood instead of urine into it. After a short wait if you get one line it's negative. But if you get two lines, it's positive for Distemper.
And poor Bailey girl got two lines confirming that she did indeed have the Distemper virus.
I asked the Vet what was going to happen next. Was there any hope? I had read up a little on Distemper and knew that the survivor rate was low – only 20% make it. But I could not ask the question in my heart – should I put Bailey to sleep?
To my shock, he said that there was one thing we could do – inject Bailey girl with a blood serum that was accidentally discovered and then developed by an American vet named Dr. Sears. But there was a catch – we needed a dog blood-donor who would pass stringent testing. I stood in the check-up room for 20 minutes and I could not think of one dog that would sacrifice his time and blood for Bailey. Besides, my Chihuahua Ramses was too small.
Fortunately, Vets in Practice had some left-over serum from a previous dog; it would be a bit more expensive, but it would give Bailey a chance of surviving. There were no guarantees but I went for it anyway. Bailey is one of the best guard dogs in my home and never fails to bark at any stranger that passes my gate. I knew that if she were human, she would do the same for me. Bailey deserved a chance and while it was costly, I do have a great Father in heaven who has no problem when it comes to money issues. So we went for the serum shots – three of them to be given every twelve hours on the dot.
The first Serum Shot was given at 1:50pm, March 19, 2011.
The Vet prescribed Baytril, an anti-biotic to protect her against secondary illnesses and Vitamin B complex to help promote the repair of brain and spinal material.
At this point I started giving her Colloidal Silver daily, a powerful remedy against viruses, bacteria and fungi. Three times a day, about a teaspoon each time. I am a strong believer in Colloidal Silver but there are side-effects that you need to know about so please do research first.
DAY 13, March 20, 2011
The second Serum Shot was given at 1:50 am today. Yep, we left the house a little past midnight to make the appointment.
The third and last shot was given at 1:50 pm. The Vet said that we had to wait for two days to let the Serum do it's work. Well, it was a difficult two days for me because by this time, Bailey's symptoms had gotten worse:
Twitches – the hallmark of Distemper. Her jaw twitched and so did her front legs. They would twitch all day and all night.
Head Bob – another hallmark of Distemper. Her head would bob up and down like as if she were a disoriented 80-year old on drugs.
Weak appetite – thankfully, Bailey would still eat one or two bites of her food. It was so hard though to figure out what she wanted because she is a picky eater. But we gave her everything from beef bones to rice and even catfood. At this point, we HAD to get nourishment into her thin body, even just a little. We would feed her three times a day and if she refused to eat, we would force-feed her with canned dog-food smashed and watered down so we could inject it into her mouth using a syringe. I would also force-feed water but did it VERY CAREFULLY – if water ever entered her lungs, she could develop pneumonia.
By this time, I had done so much research and found out that there was one last thing we could do – an NDV Spinal Tap. (Thanks to Lestre of Petiks for encouraging me to do the Spinal Tap asap!) But the Vets at VIP told me that we had to wait the full two days to let the serum work. If it didn't work then we could do the Tap.
Fine. We waited.
DAY 16 – Tuesday, March 22, 2001
Today was my birthday and all I could think of was Bailey. Because it was costing me so much, I had canceled all my bday plans and diverted my bday money to my current priority – giving Bailey a fighting chance against Distemper.The only thing I asked God for today was my bouncy Bailey, back to normal…
At noon, we drove Bailey (in a borrowed vehicle, thank you Raymond for lending me your car on my coding day!) to VIP Animal Hospital in Mandaluyong to get the Spinal Tap done. There were ZERO improvements in Bailey but neither was she getting worse. It was like she was stuck in some sort of Distemper purgatory.
It was a LOOOOONG wait at VIP. They must of had fifty patients ahead of Bailey, including one duck and a marmoset. But finally, Doc Allison came over to us and I gave her the run-down on our case. VIP has many excellent Vets and is kind of like the Makati Med or St. Luke's for animals because they have lots of Vets with different specialties and accept all creatures great and small – horses, turtles, hamster, you name it.
So today we had Doc Allison – a very pretty and soft spoken Vet and one of the few at VIP who could do Spinal Taps. I liked her at once. She came out to the side of their building to check on Bailey and begin the NDV Spinal Tap procedure. Yeah, that's right, we had to do the Tap outside because Distemper is incredibly contagious and we didn't want other doggies to catch it from her.
Right before Tap, there was one thing we needed – a vial of the Newcastle Disease Vaccine. Allison asked us if we had brought a vial of the stuff and I was like – um… okay, we don't have that.
I had heard of that Newcastle thingy in my online research on Distemper but I had no idea that I had to supply the Vet with it. So Doc Allison checked their refrigerator if they had some on hand (I was praying like a maniac at this point) and she came back to say that they had a vial for Bailey but we had to replace it that same day. She gave me the address of the Poultry Supplier that supplied it.
Yes, apparently, Newcastle is a bird thing and since I'm not a Vet I can't tell you why using a bird thing on a dog thing would work. But I had faith and I trusted the Vets at VIP and so I said, go-go-go!
Read the comments section for an explanation on the bird thing on a dog thing…
They could not do the procedure inside the Animal Hospital because, as I mentioned, dogs with Distemper are so contagious and will surely pass on the virus to any other dog they breathe on. Instead, we had to do it outside in a shaded area of VIP's parking lot with Bailey on a towel-covered plastic bench.
So we were all huddled there – Chin, the girl who gave Bailey to me; Joy my helper; Ron my hubby; Darius who drove the car and me. It felt so GOOD to have so many of us there fussing over her.
First thing was to put her under with an anesthetic. Doc Allison said the procedure was very delicate and we couldn't have Bailey twitching and jerking around. After the anesthetic, she had to look for the correct place to withdraw spinal fluid and inject the New Castle Vaccine. It's somewhere on the batok (nape) of the dog – we had to bring Bailey's chin close to her chest to stretch out the bones in the top of her spine.
After three pokes, Doc Allison found the right place and did her stuff so fast that it was a dramatic as a mosquito bite. Although I was let down because I was expecting something more action-packed like blood flying everywhere, I was just grateful that it was done and that I had done my best to make sure Bailey would have a better chance at surviving Distemper.
After the Spinal Tap, Bailey woke up, we gave her subcutaneous fluids (Doc Allison taught me how to stick the needle in!!!) and we drove to pick up the New Castle Vaccine at the Poultry Supply on Quezon Avenue, dropped off Baily at home and brought the Vaccine back to VIP to replace what we took.
My research told me that seizures were to be expected after a Spinal Tap, something Doc Allison confirmed. So I prepared my helpers by telling them that Bailey might just have a seizure or two, don't panic, just calm her down with gentle patting. Of course her first seizure had to happen when I was not around and naturally my helpers panicked like I told them NOT to and jumped up on the ledge at our patio (Bailey's sick bay) in fear. But thankfully the seizure was a fast one and the only one we saw her have. I hear that other dogs have it worse.
To make sure that the dog doesn't hurt himself/herself during a seizure, it's important to have soft bedding. Even more important is the anti-seizure medication – in our case, VIP prescribed Gabantin (generic name Neurontin) which is, according to the Vet, supposed to control seizures and lessen twitching and pain.
The days after the Spinal Tap were roller-coaster days for Bailey. One day she would look good (still limp but walking and even trotting around and barking at strangers) then the next day she would look like death itself. But I continued with her medications: Gabantin, Vitamin C (prescribed after the Tap), Vitamin B, Baytril, Colloidal Silver and Subcutaneous Fluids.
Her appetite was also roller-coaster. And unpredictable. She would want catfood for one meal then would refuse it the next. She would lap up lactose-free milk and eat bread dipped in it for one day then refuse to touch the stuff the next day. Right now, she will only eat people food brought in by Manang Vilma, my cleaning lady. And for some strange reason, Bailey prefers rice over meat. Bizarre. But the Vets told me to just figure out what she wants and give it.
Meal schedule – She was on three meals a day from the first time I took her to the Vet. And when she would refuse to eat a meal, I would force-feed her dogfood mashed with water to make it soft enough for a syringe. I would feed her at least five syringes of soft dogfood for each meal she refused to eat.
TLC – This is SO important. Dogs with Distemper (or any illness for that matter) need a lot of attention. A lot of tender, loving care. I set up a small sick-bay area for her in the patio and had my helpers put a TV there during the day so they could keep Bailey company and not get too bored.
When I had no work, I would be by her side, talking to her, praying for her healing and massaging her body gently. I would sit next to her and read a book or answer my email.
At night I would put some OFF Lotion on her head, back and tail and on her beddings to keep the mosquitoes away. I surrounded her with soft rags, old clothes and an equally old but soft pillow. We tried to keep her as warm as possible – many dogs who seem to be recovering from Distemper suddenly take ill with pneumonia or some other secondary illness so it's important to keep your dog warm enough and pumped up with anti-biotics.
DAY 23 (SEVEN DAYS AFTER THE SPINAL TAP) – Tuesday, March 29, 2011
According to Dr. Sears, the man who first discovered the Serum (which stops the Distemper Virus in it's tracks) if a dog survives 6 days after the NDV Spinal Tap, it is out of the woods. (Actually, I read this somewhere online; I'm trying to look for it again to link it here.)
Well, its Day 7 today and Bailey is alive and twitching. I believe she will indeed make it through the rain just like Dr. Sears and Barry Manilow said.
Note – I have read that the Serum of Dr. Sears is only effective BEFORE the twitching sets in. In the case of Bailey, she already had mild twitches so it was a bit too late. Once the dog starts twitching, it means that the Virus has reached the nervous system – a bad thing – so in that case it is recommended to go ahead with the NDV Spinal Tap. But since I am not a Vet, it would be best if you consult your animal's doctor first when making a decision.
The only negative development today is Conjunctivitis or Sore Eyes which is, apparently, a Distemper manifestation.
Today is Day 2 for Bailey's Sore Eyes so I've been dropping Colloidal Silver into her eyes. I use warm water to loosen the eye gunk (muta) which is so thick that it prevents Bailey from opening her eyes. BUT I DO THIS WITH NO RUBBING. Just gentle patting and wiping with warm water on a cotton ball did the trick for Bailey. If the gunk won't go away from your dog's eyes, just try again a few hours later. Remember that rubbing can scratch and seriously damage your dog's eyes.
Twitching and Head Bob – she is still twitching and when she walks she still has that irritating head bob and disoriented gait but Doc Allison says it's to be expected. In fact, Bailey will most likely have twitches and a head bob for the rest of her life. They won't be as pronounced as they are now, but most Distemper survivors carry these signs all their lives.
1) Not getting Bailey her complete shots was a big mistake on my part. I kept delaying and delaying. And I kept thinking that since Bailey was an askal (mutt) and hardier than pure-bred dogs she would be fine. But that wrong thinking resulted in the story you just read. Please get complete shots for your dog.
2) DON'T GIVE UP once your dog is diagnosed with Distemper. THERE IS HOPE! I have heard that many Vets here in the Philippines will just tell you to put the dog to sleep or take it home to die. DON'T GIVE UP! Look for a Vet in your area and ask for an NDV Spinal Tap (much much cheaper than the Serum by Dr. Sears). I also hear that if you email Dr. Sears, who is now retired, he will respond to your questions.
If you are in Metro Manila or nearby it then go to Vets In Practice (Dr. Neilsen Donato is the head vet – an amazing guy if you ask me!) at #63 Maysilo Circle corner Boni Avenue, Mandaluyong City (this is the circle where the Municipal Hall is) or call them at 531.1581.
They are a 24-hour Animal Hospital but be careful about going there between 10pm to 8am – they charge EXORBITANT emergency fees at those hours – something I am against. If it's a true emergency then they SHOULDN'T charge such huge fees or they should charge something minimal.
Anyway, while Vets In Practice is not perfect, they definitely are one of the best in Metro Manila, if not THE best. They were the only guys who accepted my Hamster Mariel when she got ill. (Thanks Dr Raymond for fixing Mariel!)
Just remember to be patient with the Vets – animals can't speak and it makes their job harder. Give them room to treat your pet; don't act like they are stupid for not knowing your pet's problem because they are not God. Sometimes it takes time for them to figure out these things. So be patient; if you work with them instead of against them, the process is less stressful for everyone including your pet.
But if you really are bothered by the inability of your vet to figure out what's wrong, trust your instincts and look for another vet.
I wish you the best with your pests… ooops, I mean, PETS!
Thank you to the ff for helping Bailey Girl thru her Distemper adventure – Joy (for being Bailey's yaya), Paning (for being assistant yaya) Doc Allison (great Spinal Tap!), Ron T (for paying all the bills, hehehe), Manang Vilma (for bringing extra people food for Bailey), Chin (for visiting Bailey and being there during the Tap), Raymond G (for lending your car so Bailey could see the Vet on my car's coding day), Darius (for patiently driving Bailey around that day).
Thanks too to all the Vets at Vets in Practice for taking care of my DOG; you're all cool CATS in my book!
Thanks to Dr. Al Sears and to Kind Hearts in Action for all the Distemper Information available for free online!
This video below will show you how Distemper twitching looks like. If you're dog is exhibiting these signs, go get an NDV Spinal Tap ASAP! In this youtube vid, Bailey has breakfast in bed seven days after he spinal tap.
This next video will show you how Bailey is like on four legs with her twitching and head bob. Again this was taken seven days after her NDV Spinal Tap.


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Top 4 Popular Prom Dresses in this year. The prom season is finally here. The event you have been waiting for since your junior years. That day you have fantasized about during your boring chemistry classes. Committee members are running up and down to organize the event of the year. The hallways are full of posters and placards advertising the event. People want to know where the after party will be. Young men are garnering up the courage to ask the girls out for prom. Some are thinking of the most creative and romantic was to ask their girls out. Some want to go, but they have no clue how they are going to afford it. It is all a beautiful mess of chaos and love that you will live to remember.
Featured is this sleeveless summer dress that is one of the popular prom dresses to buy online. It is made of chiffon material and comes in the colours white and yellow. The dress incorporates a U-shaped neckline and an A-line skirt design that drapes graciously and settles just before the knees. The sleeveless design allows one to show off their beautiful arms in a classy and elegant way. The design of the dress includes a beautiful bow found around the waist area. This dress will definitely make you shine at the prom event.
This dress definitely makes it to the list of the top 5 popular prom dresses to buy online. The summer dress is made of a soft lace material that comes in the colors blue, black, white, pink and red. The neckline is mainly a scoop neckline close to the neck while the shoulders are covered in short sleeves. The bottom half of the dress has an A-line shape that also drapes graciously. This dress will definitely have you turning heads during the event.
This sophisticated dress is definitely a masterpiece that will not disappoint you come the prom day. The elegant dress is made of a unique and soft lace material with a beautiful flower design. At the front, we have a beautiful U-shaped neckline while at the back; we have a charming V-shaped style. The dress also has some short sleeves and comes in the colors: champagne, burgundy, coffee, light purple, navy, and purple.
For the fun and wild girl, this is definitely the dress for you. This is a mini dress that comes in a wide range of beautiful colors and 3D patterns. The dress is available in many popular prom dresses shops.
Many, if not all girls have dreamt of wearing the perfect prom dress. Some have already figured it out; others are still frantically looking for the one. If you fall in the latter category, then it's about time you check and buy popular prom dresses. Online sites will provide you with more than the top5 popular prom dresses to choose from. Whether you are looking for the perfect maxi or mini dress, there are definitely some popular prom dresses to buy online.
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Feeling a bit frazzled by the end of the week? Then the "Healthy Happy Hour" meditation may just be what you need! Join Rebecca Geracitano and unwind with a short social and snack, followed by a guided meditation, and wrapping up with a relaxed sharing and discussion session. May's theme is "In the Silence"
Joining with others in meditation is a powerful way to connect with the Divine within, and share that with the world around us. New to meditation? No worries! Whether you're beginner or an old hand, this workshop is for you! Chairs will be provided; if you'd be more comfortable on the $5 donations are appreciated, but not required.
Friday May 23, 6:30pm social, 7-8pm meditation at Rainbow Blossom Highlands Market
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Josh Cohen is single, broke and just a few days before Valentine's Day, his apartment is robbed of everything but one Neil Diamond CD. Six days later a mysterious letter arrives in his mailbox that changes his life forever.
The New York Times calls the show "brisk and satisfying, a result of spandex-tight writing, crackling comic delivery and clever direction by Ted Sperling, who uses his cast and band with maximum efficiency."


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eBay Motors has introduced a program that lets dealers and manufacturers target local customers who are ready to buy, providing new-car buyers a "haggle free" shopping experience.
Zag, a platform that drives online car buyers to dealership sites, partnered with eBay Motors on this project, adding more than 2,600 dealerships to the site. The effort gives shoppers who already know what they want to buy upfront pricing for new vehicles, while giving Zag-certified dealers another venue to reach buyers, according to eBay.
To coincide with the new program, eBay Motors adjusted its homepage to let buyers choose whether to search for new or used cars right from the get go. And dealers can now choose from different car-selling options.
"eBay Motors offers more options for auto dealers than simply used cars and auctions," says Nicolas Franchet, senior director of U.S. Vehicles at eBay Motors. "It's a multi-dimensional marketplace for franchise dealers and OEMs to drive sales and marketing of all vehicles, parts and services, while offering unparalleled value and selection to consumers."
According to eBay, new cars account for 13 percent of vehicle sales on the Motors site.
Auctiva staff writers constantly monitor trends and best practices of those selling on eBay and elsewhere online. They attend relevant training seminars and trade shows and regularly discuss the market with PowerSellers and other market experts.


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I've know Cecily for many years and have watched her and her brother grow up. Her dad and I have been close friends and share a love of geek stuff, gadgets and Christian music. I've watched Cecily as a young girl starting to date and seeing the impact that had on her dad...his little girl growing up. It's been so cool to be a part of this family's life and I am excited to be a small part of this special day coming up! Erik and Cecily...Congrats!
Special thanks to Schwertner Ranch Event Center and Roots Bistro in Georgetown for use of their facilities to shoot in.


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The Community Education Youth Programs enrich childrens' lives in the areas of performing arts, technology, languages, visual arts & crafts, academics, recreation and many many more.
The Community Ed & Recreational Services Dept. offers a variety of classes and activities throughout the school district each year. Information is distributed through the schools and sent home with the students through the Community Education Guidebook which is avaivable in September, February. Most of these classes occur after school, in the early evening and on weekends
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Killer Getaway by Amy Korman – Great Escapes Book Tour with Giveaway!
It is my pleasure to be the blog wrapping up this tour. I was scheduled to post a review but with all the has been happening I didn't get the book read. I hope to read both books in this series and post reviews. So today I will just Spotlight this book, the 2nd in the Killer Wasps Mysteries.
Killer Getaway
by Amy Korman
Killer Getaway: (Killer Wasps Mysteries)
Cozy Mystery
2nd in Series
• Publisher: Witness Impulse (March 10, 2015)
• Sold by: HarperCollins Publishers
• 195 Pages
Description: Spunky crime-lite and the glitterati detail of a society column combine to shake up the Florida in KILLER GETAWAY, from former Philadelphia Magazine senior editor Amy Korman.
With a storm brewing in Bryn Mawr, PA, the Killer WASPs head south to Palm Beach, FL. And what could be better than fabulous friends, Lilly Pulitzer beachwear, frozen cocktails, and high society drama?
Kristin Clark, and her basset hound, Waffles, are ready to escape the doldrums of winter to bask in the warm Florida sun and dine at her friends' new restaurant, Vicino. But when a rival restaurant undergoes a HGTV makeover and attempts to steal Vicinio's spotlight and their patrons, the town is abuzz with gossip and Kristin and her friends–Bootsie, a nosy reporter, Holly, a chicken nugget heiress, and Sophie, the soon-to-be ex-wife of a mobster-have parties to attend.
Everything is going swimmingly in the glitz and glamour of Palm Beach until a bad batch of clams threatens to shut down the Vicino and their vacation for good. When it becomes clear that the clams may be more than an innocent mishap, the ladies must unravel the mystery before there are deadly consequences.
Perfect for fans of Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series!
About This Author
About the Author: Amy Korman is a former senior editor and staff writer for Philadelphia Magazine, and author of Frommer's Guide to Philadelphia. She has written for Town & Country, House Beautiful, Men's Health, and Cosmopolitan. Killer Getaway is her second novel.
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Tour Participants
March 17 – Musings and Ramblings – Guest Post
March 18 – readalot – Review
March 19 – A Blue Million Books – Guest Post
March 20 – Lori's Reading Corner – Guest Post
March 21 – View from the Birdhouse – Interview
March 22 – Babs Book Bistro – Guest Post
March 23 – Frankie Bow – Interview
March 24 – Omnimystery News – Interview
March 25 – 3 Partners in Shopping, Nana, Mommy, &, Sissy, Too! – Spotlight
March 26 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – Spotlight
14 Responses to "Killer Getaway by Amy Korman – Great Escapes Book Tour with Giveaway!"
Thank you, I look forward to reading your book. I appreciate the giveaway. Congratulations band good luck.
Killer Getaway sounds like an excellent book for me (I am wanting to go on vacation). I am picturing fun in the sun with a touch of mayhem. 🙂
Killer Getaway sounds like fun! Thank you for the chance to win. Hope you are feeling more grounded. Di
Sounds like a good series to me.
Looks like a fun read 🙂 With spring taking it's sweet time warming the northern part of the country, I need a book set in a sunny, warm climate to warm me up!
Sounds like a great read.
It sounds like a fun read I would love the chance to read it.
This looks like such an awesome read!
The dog's name made me laught. Would love to read this. Thanks for this opportunity.
A basset hound should be just perfect in a cozy mystery. Thanks for the contest.
Florida is always good for a crazy story line, isn't it?
This sounds like my kind of book. Love a good mystery. Thanks for the awesome giveaway! 🙂
Thanks for the giveaway! Looks like a good read.
Great title and cover. Eager to read this book.
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We Withdraw Our Consent
By Carolyn Raffensperger I've been fortunate enough to be involved with an extraordinary group of women planning the second Women's Congress for Future Generations slated for November 7-9, 2014 in Minneapolis Minnesota. The planning team has been holding house parties and meeting with other organizations. They have been remarkably successful in getting commitments from women to contribute extraordinary amounts of time and other key resources to the effort. I asked them how they did it. What did they say?
They begin these conversations with these words: "the World is in peril and we withdraw our consent." We withdraw our consent.
Consent is the basis of governance. Without the consent of the governed there can only be dictatorship or chaos. The women working on the second Women's Congress for Future generations are clear, the future is in our hands. They are crafting the policies to which they can give their consent as well as stating clearly that we do not consent to an overheated, damaged, polluted, sick Earth.
Much of my recent work has been developing mechanisms for giving community consent for corporate or government activities that threaten the future. These mechanism are modeled on processes designed to protect human subjects in science and medical experiments. Just as we have to protect people in experiments run by scientists so too we have to protect communities in proposals to mine, drill, frack, and dam their lands. Communities have the right, just as individuals do to autonomy, self-determination and dignity.
I understand this to mean that we have an essential right to give or withhold free, prior and informed consent. The women planning the Second Women's Congress are expressing, exactly that. We withdraw our consent.
I had been so focused on creating methods for giving (or not) consent that I was caught up short by the notion that there are also mechanisms to withdraw our consent.
Note, the first word is not "I" as in "I withdraw my consent." There are ways we can individually withdraw our consent but that doesn't bring about much systems change. The point is that when we join together and make clear that we, the governed, withdraw our consent, those who govern have an obligation to respond.
There several ways we can work together to make clear that we have withdrawn our consent. Here's a short list. I look forward to your additions.
We can engage in: 1) Jury nullification ("Jury nullification occurs when a jury substitutes its own interpretation of the law and/or disregards the law entirely in reaching a verdict.") 2) Nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience 3) Ballot petitions 4) Alternative systems like permaculture, the sharing economy 5) Strategic and coordinated boycotts.*
6) Divesting from all funds or stocks in environmentally damaging corporations.**
In future posts I will describe step by step processes for obtaining community free, prior and informed consent. Stay tuned.
* Special thanks to David Eggleton for adding this to the list.
** Special thanks to Gil Friend for adding this to the list


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Soy wax is made from the oil extracted from soy beans. Soy wax is natural, biodegradable, and renewable. It is a non-carcinogenic alternative to waxes such as paraffin wax, which is made from petroleum. All of our candles are made with 100% soy wax, free of herbicides and pesticides as well as genetically modified material.
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Phthalates, are a group of chemical plasticizers commonly used in cosmetics, bath and body products, cleaning products, plastic containers, candles, and more. Phthalates are commonly used to increase the flexibility of plastics as well as the strength of fragrances. Research with Phthalates have shown them linked to various health risks when inhaled, ingested, and/or applied. This is why we have chosen to use only phthalate-free fragrances in all of our candles.
Are Peacesake candles vegan?
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Do you provide samples of your candles?
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It is well documented in the medical literature that the major factors in mercury toxicity effects, in addition to dose, are susceptibility factors—immune reactivity degree of other toxic exposures and synergisms, systemic detoxification ability based on blood allele type or metallothionein function, sulfur detoxification deficiencies, or other inhibited enzymatic processes related to detoxification or methylation. It has been shown that such susceptibility factors can play a larger role in effects than dose among a population with significant exposure to mercury and at extremely low levels of exposure. Toxic metals, such as aluminum and lead, have been documented to have effects with mercury, which increases mercury's effects significantly. Aluminum has its own toxic effects, plus increases mercury effects by depleting glutathione. Dioxins and mercury have also been documented to have synergistic effects that are more than individual effects. Inherited defects or differences in the body's ability to detoxify can contribute to heavy metal accumulation. Deficiencies of certain minerals, vitamins, and amino acids reduce the body's ability to excrete toxins following exposure. Those with the genetic allele ApoE4 protein in the blood have been found to detoxify metals poorly and to be much more genetically susceptible to chronic neurological conditions than those with types ApoE2 or E3. Researchers have shown that genetic carriers of the brain protein APO E2 are protected against Alzheimer's disease (AD), whereas genetic carriers of the APO E4 genotype are at enhanced risk factor for developing AD and other degenerative neurological conditions. APO E proteins are synthesized in the brain with the assigned physiological task of carrying waste material from the brain to the cerebrospinal fluid, across the blood brain barrier into the plasma where the material is cleared by the liver. The biochemical difference between APO E2 and APO E4 is that APO E2 has two additional thiol groups, capable of binding and removing mercury (and ethyl mercury) that APO E4 does not have. The second highest concentration of APO E proteins is in the cerebrospinal fluid. Therefore, the protective effects of APO E2 is due to its ability to protect the brain from exposure to oxidants like mercury and ethyl mercury by binding these toxicants in the cerebrospinal fluid and keeping them from entering the brain.
Another study found that polymorphisms in glutamyl-cysteine ligase and glutathione S-transferases genes modify mercury retention in humans exposed to elemental mercury vapor. Genotypes with decreased GSH availability for mercury conjugation affect the metabolism of inorganic mercury, increasing mercury retention. Similarly, many people lack a Metallothionene related glutathione S-Transferases gene called GSTM1 or have a related polymorphism that appears to be key for proper functioning of the body's own natural detoxification mechanisms. This may explain at least in part why some people develop the chronic health problems linked to heavy metals, while others who are similarly exposed do not.
Recent studies found that prenatal mercury exposures from mother's amalgams and other sources along with susceptibility factors, such as ability to excrete mercury, appear to be major factors in those with chronic neurological conditions, like autism and ADHD. Infants whose mothers received prenatal Rho D immunoglobulin injections containing mercury thimerosal for RH factor or whose mother had high levels of amalgam fillings had a much higher incidence of autism. While the hair test levels of mercury of infants without chronic health conditions, like autism, were positively correlated with the number of the mother's amalgam fillings, vaccination thimerosal exposure, and mercury from fish, the hair test levels of those with chronic neurological conditions were much lower than the levels of controls. Those with the most severe effects had the lowest hair test levels, even though they had high body mercury levels. This is consistent with past experience of those treating children with autism and other chronic neurological conditions. Exposure to toxics such as mercury have been found to inhibit enzymes needed to digest wheat gluten and milk casein, resulting in symptoms of autism, ADHD, diabetes, etc. after chronic exposure to gluten or casein. These conditions commonly and significantly improve after avoidance of gluten and casein. Some cases of hypothyroidism are driven by immune reactions to gluten in celiac disease. Prenatal and neonatal toxic exposures also can cause "leaky gut" in infants. "Leaky gut" in autism can promote toxic burden in the body, as well as the development of food allergies which have been found to often be factors in autism symptoms.
Studies have documented that prenatal mercury exposure causes lasting effects that causes increased susceptibility to future toxic exposures. The effects of chronic, low-dose fetal and organic (MeHgCl) and inorganic (HgCl2) mercury intoxication on epilepsy were investigated and compared in rats and were found to have significant correlations between seizure susceptibility and cortical mercury level. Inorganic mercury exposure facilitated the duration of seizure discharges in younger animals and appeared to be more permanent than methylmercury exposure. Another researcher had similar findings for infants. A study of children of mothers consuming a marine diet, which exposes the children to mercury, found that there are significant cardiovascular effects and birth mercury blood level with increases from 1 microgram per liter to 10 ug/L as well as effects on ability to respond to sensory stimuli in exposed children later in life. Children with lower birth weights experienced blood pressure increases about 50% higher than normal birth weight children who have similar mercury levels. At seven years of age, clear dose-response relationships were observed for deficits in attention, language, and memory. Thus even at a level of exposure below current government health safety limits, mercury is documented to have significant cardiovascular effects and the recommended limit for mercury has been decreased from the former limit of 10 ug/L in blood.
Large studies of U.S. dentists and dental assistants have found that mercury level in urine is significantly associated with neurological dysfunction using several different measures, but that among a population with low level mercury exposure those with a polymorphism in blood heme (CPOX4) or to a polymorphism in neurofactor (BDNF) or to a functional single nucleotide polymorphism in the gene encoding the catecholamine catabolic enzyme catechol were more susceptible to neurological effects or deficits. An association in a population with low level mercury exposure between such polymorphisms and mood disorders was found only for female dental assistants. The associations between a polymorphism of the serotonin transporter gene (5-HTTLPR), dental mercury exposure, and self-reported symptoms were evaluated among 157 male dentists and 84 female dental assistants. The findings suggest that within this restricted population of mercury exposed workers increased symptoms of depression, anxiety, and memory are associated with the 5-HTTLPR polymorphism among both males and females.
Inherited impairments in methylation or toxic related inhibition of functional methylation by toxics such as mercury can have a dramatic effect on mood regulation and depression. Genetic related or toxic exposure related hormone imbalances are documented to make people more susceptible to depression and anxiety disorders. Many patients with depression suffer from thyroid hormone imbalances that may make them more treatment-resistant or imbalances of DHEA or cortisol, which can be related to genetic susceptibility or toxic exposures to toxins such as mercury. Thyroid imbalances can strain the adrenal glands, or adrenal imbalances can also disrupt normal thyroid function, either making an individual more susceptible to depression or anxiety disorders.
Malabsorption in genetically or toxin-related celiac disease can interfere with mood regulating neurotransmitters and nutrients such as vitamin B12. Inherited defects in detoxification of environmental chemicals may promote toxicity and fatigue in CFS, and inherited tendencies toward inflammation and methylation defects can exacerbate the chronic pain of fibromyalgia. Exposures to heavy metal toxins can impair energy production and further burden the detoxification system. Stress can over time cause hormonal imbalances and deficiencies, "leaky gut," and malabsorption of essential nutrients. Either genetic or toxic-related exposures can result in inability to detoxify harmful substances and waste products, enabling chronic conditions. Chronic exposure to toxic substances can facilitate overgrowths of pathogenic bacteria, viruses, and yeast, leading to chronic conditions. Thyroid imbalances related to genetic susceptibility or toxic exposures can strain the adrenal glands. Adrenal imbalances in similar regards can disrupt normal thyroid function. Genetic factors or toxic exposures that weaken the immune system can result in increased susceptibility to allergies and biological pathogens
Inherited impairments in detoxification function can also interact with environmental factors to promote multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS). Defects in the body's ability to neutralize environmental chemicals lead directly to the accumulation of toxins, and the body's ability to neutralize and excrete environmental toxins depends on the availability of key nutrients. Some cases of MCS may be secondary to "leaky gut" and the passage of toxins or food particles into the system. Arthritis is an inflammatory condition also often secondary to "leaky gut," which can be caused by toxic exposures. Individuals with asthma often have an inherited predisposition to produce excessive inflammatory mediators increased inflammatory cytokines related to either prenatal or later toxic exposures to toxics such as mercury. Inherited defects in methylation or control of inflammation in the body or similar toxin-related effects can influence the course of heart disease. Inherited risks associated with cardiovascular disease, obesity, or estrogen metabolism may exacerbate metabolic syndrome, for which toxic exposures are also significant factors. Metabolic syndrome increases cardiovascular risk by promoting hyperlipidemia, clot formation, inflammation, and hypertension. Imbalances or deficiencies in key nutrients can exacerbate metabolic imbalances in metabolic syndrome and prevent healing. High insulin levels in metabolic syndrome contribute to oxidative stress by unstable free radicals in the body. As men age, declining testosterone may trigger metabolic imbalances that promote insulin resistance with significant differences depending on genetic factors and cumulative toxic exposures. Although a study of mercury in children showed that females given the same exposure as males excrete more mercury and males are more likely to have autism, another study found that females are two to three times more likely to develop local (e.g., lichenoid contact stomatitis) or systemic adverse health outcomes (e.g., skin disorders) compared with males from prolonged exposure to mercury vapor from dental amalgams. Moreover, given that inorganic mercury [Hg2+] binds mainly to thiol ligands as homocysteine, the authors suggest that future clinical trials addressing the role of biological sex in mercury excretion should include an evaluation of serum homocysteine, which is higher in males than in females and might account for an increased tissue retention of mercury.
Toxic exposures can facilitate dysbiosis (digestive problems) related to "leaky gut," chronic mal-digestion, exposure to gut pathogens, and/or suppression of protective microorganisms by toxic exposures. Chronic imbalances in the intestinal flora can irritate the mucosa due to poor diet or toxic exposures, allow the passage of toxins into the system, weaken the immune system, etc. Many of the same underlying environmental factors promoting dysbiosis in the colon can encourage bacterial overgrowth in the delicate small bowel. Parasite infestation occurs more easily with dysbiosis and deficiencies of protective bacteria. "Leaky gut" from intestinal irritants can allow bacterial toxins to enter the system and promote skin inflammation such as eczema. Identifying high levels of various gluten-associated antibodies is an important first step in the diagnosis and correction of either genetic or toxic related celiac disease.
Programmed cell death (apoptosis) is documented to be a major factor in degenerative neurological conditions like ALS, Alzheimer's, MS, Parkinson's, etc. Some of the factors documented to be involved in apoptosis of neurons and immune cells include mitochondrial membrane dysfunction. Mitochondrial DNA mutations or dysfunction is fairly common—found in at least one in every 200 people, and toxicity effects affect this population more than those with less susceptibility to mitochondrial dysfunction. Mercury depletion of GSH and damage to cellular mitochondria and the increased lipid peroxidation in protein and DNA oxidation in the brain appear to be a major factor in conditions such as autism, Parkinson's disease, etc.
The mechanisms by which low level chronic mercury exposure causes over thirty chronic health conditions are well documented in the literature, and differences in susceptibilities are documented too. The fact that those treated for mercury toxicity usually recover after treatment is also well documented by many dozens of medical studies in the literature and thousands of clinical cases. Some of the autoimmune conditions commonly caused by immune reactivity to mercury include chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), depression, autism, ADHD, eczema, asthma, etc. People are documented to vary significantly in immune reactivity to toxic substances and susceptibility to these conditions.
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- Markovich, et al. Heavy metals (Hg,Cd) inhibit the activity of the liver and kidney sulfate transporter Sat-1. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 1999; 154(2): 181-7.
- McFadden SA. Xenobiotic metabolism and adverse environmental response: Sulfur-dependent detox pathways. Toxicology. 1996; 111(1-3): 43-65.
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Best Gripe Water for Your Fussy Baby
Babies are small and sensitive, especially vulnerable to some health issues. For that reason, mothers always try their best to bring the best to their newborns – but there appears nothing to prepare them for the babies' late cries and colicky feeling at night! These issues cover stomach ailments, fever, cold, diarrhea, reflux, hiccup, and even teething pain. To deal with this, my writing today is done to shed light on which one is the best gripe water for newborns in 2017.
Also, there are still many people questioning how to make the buy easier and better informed. Thus, we do not just cover the best gripe water for babies without wasting much your money, but also offers the parents some tips on how to choose the right gripe water for their newborns:
How to Choose The Best Gripe Water for Babies
When buying in store
Are you planning to buy the best gripe water for colic relief now? Note that you won't be able to do much research on it. Therefore, it's recommended to make a call in advance and check which brand they're carrying. By the time you head to choose the bottle of gripe water, please have a look at it online and read about its reviews. It will make your whole buy easier and better informed.
When buying online
Will you choose to check for the most qualified gripe water product online? Bear in mind that the best gripe water usually comes in a wide variety online, which makes it much easier for every mommy to be picky with their choices. Do not mind spending more time to find the one you feel right and order it. But as compared to the traditional shopping, e-shopping can save plenty of your time for real!
Buying natural gripe water
Ensure to buy the best gripe water without alcohol, but today it's challenging to find the one free from preservatives, coloring and other harmful substances. How about going for a brand that is 100% natural, so that you can be on the safe side. Also, don't forget to check the kind of bottle containing the gripe water – It's much better to get the liquid with a syringe. If so, it's easier to apply it when breastfeeding!
Other tips on choosing the best gripe water you must know:
- Stay away from gripe water loaded with baking soda or it can annoy the pH of your baby's tummy.
- Avoid gripe water packed with charcoal or vegetable carbon since it causes constipation
- It's best to use the water prepared from natural herbal oils as they're the safest
- Consult your doctor at once if the baby has any symptom like diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing, swallowing, or swelling of the tongue.
5 Best Gripe Water Parents Are Looking For
Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water Night Time, 4 Fluid Ounce
Widely known as the No.1 selling natural gripe water in the U.S for colic, Mommy's liquid medicine is not just safe but also effective in term of stomach relief and bloating treatment. For babies suffering heavy acid reflux, this is a good alternative to consider, especially as it works hard to help them sleep better.
Besides, this gripe water has proved its great benefit when successfully supporting the removal of teething pain as well as increasing their health through a proper boost in the digestive system. Thanks to its all natural ingredients (dill, fennel, peppermint and much more), this healthy drink brings no side effect on your babies at all.
- 1 infant formula recommended by pediatricians as secure and natural alternative
- Gentle and efficient liquid formula is packed with organic ginger and fennel extracts, which ideally relieve any tummy discomfort
- 100% gluten-free vegan or vegetarian with no artificial colors and flavors
- Non-alcohol and paraben liquid
- No need refrigerating after opening
- Not suitable for 1-month old infant because of their underdeveloped digestive system (it can't deal with so many ingredients at the same time)
- Unable to stop the babies from hiccups sometimes
- Sour taste and available in large dosage
Little Remedies Gripe Water Herbal Supplement with Ginger and Fennel, 4 Ounce
Known as a highly effective herbal alternative that can reduce gas and ease any tummy discomfort, Little Remedies Grip Water Herbal Supplement goes best with colic and hiccup issues.
I am not going to that this is the best gripe water product you need to buy right away, but I only claim it to be the most beneficial aid to the infant digestion. It also works quite well when it comes to gas and aches due to the content of all natural ingredients which suit all ages. Feel free to use it with the full recommended dose for stopping your baby's constant hiccups.
- Reliable liquid medicine to ease and stop gas, incessant hiccups, and any stomach discomfort for infants
- Based on a time-tested formula in Europe including fennel and ginger to boost the baby's digestive system
- 2 portable bottles are available in each package
- Highly recommended for any gas and fussiness
- Contains all natural ingredients and fits all ages
- Not intended to treat or prevent any disease
- Does not work fast but takes too long
- Some babies might not like this flavor
Colic Calm All Natural Gripe Water Colic Relief, 2oz (3 PACK)
Unlike other common dietary supplements, Colic Calm all natural gripe water is an FDA-regulated and registered medicine that can relieve infant gas and upset stomach.
With a formula free of alcohol, simethicone, sugar, baking soda, can make the best gripe water for babies when being safe and effective at the same time. Made in the USA, the liquid is only produced with the highest-quality natural ingredients – a must-have for any family! In term of colic calm, this one is indeed a good life saver for the babies.
- FDA Regulated and Registered Medicine, Colic Calm all Natural Gripe Water is just unlike other common dietary alternatives
- Highly safe, natural, and effective at the same time
- Contains no alcohol, simethicone, baking soda, sugar citric acid, soy, dairy and other animal products
- No side effect is seen during the use
- Able to relieve gas, colic, stomach pain, and painful reflux in infants
- Offers a great help in fussiness and sleep induction
- It takes quite some times to work effectively
- Dark color easily stains clothing
- Some babies do not like the taste
- Price is a bit steep, but it worths every penny!
Colic Ease – Gripe Water, 7oz(200 ml)
By containing five essential oils (not flavor extracts), Colic Ease – Gripe Water is recommended from the FDA's GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) list. Its formula is also beneficial when bringing new foods into the infant' diet. Greater than thought, it does a great job in managing our babies' health condition as it offers natural and quick relief without interrupting other medications' effectiveness.
According to some positive feedbacks provided by customers, this is the best gripe water for colic relief when containing no unpleasant side effect. And why do we recommend this to your baby? It's because the gripe water can display faster effects than its manufacturer claims (15 – 20 minutes) after the use. Also, if paying close attention, this product has the fragrance pretty much like the pickle juice.
- Loaded with five essential oils (cinnamon bark oil, clove bud oil, dill weed oil, and cardamom seed oil)
- A great formula free of wheat, sodium bisulfate, parabens, and sorbitol
- None of the sodium bicarbonate, soy, gluten, dairy products, drugs, glycerin, starch, or tree nuts
- No need for refrigeration after opening
- Longest shelf life as compared to other gripe water items (unopened three years and opened six months)
- Preservatives used
- Makes your baby smell like pickles
Woodward's Gripe Water 130ml (Pack of 4)
Woodward's Gripe Water 130ml (Pack of 4)
Woodward Gripe Water reviews will tell you if it's great for your baby or not! Let's find out: It is made from the oil of Dill herb plus Sodium Bicarbonate, which both help to relieve both wind and gripe remarkably. Furthermore, the seed oil does an excellent job of relaxing the baby's tummy and removing all trapped air bubbles.
Its Sodium Bicarbonate also neutralizes the stomach's acid, which results in a resounding burp. With only one teaspoon of the best gripe water from Woodward, your baby can be free from the annoying wind attacks. It's perfect for soothing any distress and gripes, or any discomfort caused by trapped wind in the tummy. Also, it's an alcohol-free product that leaves a pleasant aftertaste!
- All natural ingredients in one bottle for a safe medication solution
- Dill oil can limit popping bubbles in the tummy while Sarjikakshara serves an acid neutralizer
- Ideally used for relaxing upset stomach
- Great small size bottle for portability
- Good taste so kids can enjoy drinking it
- Homemade quality for the safest infant use
- Appropriate dosage
- Long-lasting reputation in the market
- According to some research, Sodium Bicarbonate is useful for babies
- The bottle is made of plastic
- Contains sugar which some parents do not want to give to their infants
Like other parents, it's very upset for you to hear your baby crying late at night due to his/her tummy pains, now worry no more when here they are again: The best gripe water products you have been always looking for. Keep reading from the top to bottom for great information before picking up the right one for your baby's health condition.


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US investigating possible Assad chemical attack in Syria
State department says it will respond 'quickly and appropriately' if claims proven
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US investigating possible Assad chemical attack in Syria
State department says it will respond 'quickly and appropriately' if claims proven
Syrian Government Documents Show Widespread Abuses, Rights Center Says
Syrian antigovernment protesters demonstrating after Friday prayers in Damascus in 2011. Syrians have reported widespread government abuses in the years of civil war since.CreditMuzaffar Salman/Associated Press
Syrian antigovernment protesters demonstrating after Friday prayers in Damascus in 2011. Syrians have reported widespread government abuses in the years of civil war since.CreditCreditMuzaffar Salman/Associated Press
More reactionary and discredited ICM nonsense from Mr Mainstream, The Guardian and NYT above...
"US State Department retails unconfirmed Al Qaeda militants' claims of chlorine gas use by Assad state. [Neo] Liberal newspapers and BBC immediately report it."
"The US State Department is inviting Al Qaeda to Idlib to use chemical weapons again, so they can have an excuse to attack the Syrian army and save Al Qaeda. Remember, Syria doesn't have chemical weapons anymore."
"Douma 'Chemical Attack' was not only staged but also the victims who were used in the theatre might have been killed in an inhuman way by The White Helmets. [Like the Waffen SS Galizien Ukrainians before them, the W/H were 'resettled' in Canada]. Watch our discussion with Prof David Miller, University of Bristol."
Idlib-Based Uighur Terrorists Threatened Russian Forces in Syria
"The so-called 'Turkistan Islamic Party, the Syrian branch of the Uighur-led terrorist group previously known as the 'East Turkistan Islamic Movement', threatened to deal Russia a defeat akin to the one its predecessor experienced in Afghanistan, demonstrating the transnational danger this group has become and consquently explaining why Turkey needs to take decisive action against these terrorists operating in its Syrian 'sphere of influence.'"
'Wheat Is A Weapon': US gov-funded, Democrat-linked think tank proposes starving Syrian civilians to weaken Assad."
RE: Post 252 -- good media lens article posted recently about the previous chemical attacks:
"A defining feature of the propaganda system is that facts supporting the agenda of Western power are pushed to the forefront of the 'mainstream' media, while inconvenient facts are buried. A prime example is the shameful media silence in response to a devastating document leaked from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), discussed in a recent media alert. The document, an engineering assessment of two chlorine cylinders found at two separate locations after an attack on the Damascus suburb of Douma on April 7, 2018, casts serious doubt on the official narrative that Syrian government forces had dropped them from helicopters. The claim that Assad had used chemical weapons 'against his own civilians' was used by the US, UK and France to 'justify' missile strikes on 'chemical weapons facilities' on April 14, 2018."
Vanessa Beeley: Back in Syria Reporting From Idlib Borders
"...I visited Qalaat Al Madiq citadel, recently liberated from Nusra Front occupation by the Syrian Arab Army and I saw with my own eyes the usual shared complex with the White Helmets and Al Qaeda side by side committing the crimes against Humanity paid for by their handlers in the West, in particular the UK..."
WATCH: 'Moderate Rebels' Rape & Stone Armenian Women to Death
60 yr old Armenian teacher who stayed behind in her village in Idlib. But don't worry, they're on our side...
US Private Military Companies Plunder Syrian Oil Facilities
"US private military companies numbering over 3,500 personnel are plundering Syrian oil facilities under the cover of the international anti-terror coalition. A considerable part of resources from the hydrocarbon smuggling is spent on maintaining illegal armed formations, bribing sheikhs of tribal unions and instigating anti-government sentiments, according to the Russian general staff..."
US Confirms Training Large Numbers of Rebels in Southern Syria
Does the US Army Really Intend to Leave Syria?
"Thus, it becomes obvious that the words of Donald Trump about his readiness to let Syria alone are just empty promises that do not reflect the true intentions of the White House. As a result, there is no doubt that the US will continue its illegal presence in Syria. The Pentagon does not intend to abandon its plans..."
The Daily Brief: 2019-08-03
Breaking: Jihadists Refuse to Withdraw From Demilitarized Zone; Turkish Army Attacks Kurdish Forces in Northeastern Syria..."
Get the UN involved.
WATCH: Everything You Need To Know About The Battle of Idlib
"The battle for Idlib is still raging between the Syrian Army and the (NATO) Turkey-backed terrorists, particularly Al Qaeda..."
Erdogan Wants 'Neo-Ottoman' Empire - Former Pentagon Official
"Former Pentagon official Michael Maloof discusses the fraught politics of Idlib, Syria, where Syrian airstrikes targeted a Turkish convoy believed to be carrying guns and armaments to rebels on Monday..."
On Contact: Max Blumenthal on International Jihadism (and vid)
"Chris Hedges talks to author and journalist Max Blumenthal about the misguided support the US gives to international Jihadism..."
'They Can No Longer Win': US, Turkey Uninterested in Ending Syrian 'Three-Way Mexican Standoff' (and podcast)
As Syrian forces mount a major offensive against Turkish-backed al Qaeda militias near Idlib, Ankara finds itself in its stickiest political situation in years. Neither Turkey nor the US can win the war any longer, but neither seems willing to surrender control of their occupied territories to Damascus. As a result [NATO] Turkey finds itself effectively at war with Russia, a country with which it otherwise has good relations. 'Russia is the only one trying to come to some type of realistic political agreement in Syria, basically because the US and Turkey aren't interested in peace,' Sleboda said. ' They and their respective proxies in Syria can no longer win the war. They can't take over Damascus; they can't shape Syria's future.'
'However, they can play spoilers and leave Syria perhaps permanently divided, with different parts of the country essentially permanently occupied in frozen conflicts and destabilized,' he said, noting that's 'a plan B or a plan C, but that is where they're at now.' Sleboda continued that US protection for Syrian Kurds from Turkey won't last forever, and that their only hope for long-term security was a negotiation for autonomy with Damascus, helped along by Moscow, that would protect them from both Turkey and US-backed terrorist groups in Syria...
"Latest in NW Syrian Campaign: The black flag is that of Al Qaeda affiliate Uyghur jihadist org Turkish Islamic Party..."
"Western war propaganda channels cannot bear to show Syrian celebrations, as they defeat each stage of this Washington driven dirty war."
Canada supports. Canadians ignore.
Israeli Missiles Flying Over Damascus Dealt With 'Efficiently': Syria's SANA
"An Israeli military spokesman confirmed the regime was behind the attacks, saying they had been meant to reach 'Iranian' targets in Syria. Israeli military spokesman Jonathan Conricus claimed that the Israeli attacks had managed to inflict significant damage in Damascus. Israel has launched recurrent attacks on Syria in defiance of all international laws and regulations . The Israeli attacks come as Syrian military forces are taking back control of more territories..."
Just imagine the reaction if it was Jerusalem under attack by Syria, or Iran...?
Al - Jaafari: Attempts of Supporters of Terrorism To 'Recycle Organizations' Will Not Affect Syria's Determination to Fight Terrorism
"Syria's permanent representative to the UN, Dr Bashar al Jaafari said on Thursday that the attempts of some countries that support terrorist organizations to 'recycle them' and present them as 'moderate armed opposition' will not affect Syria's stance in defending its citizens and fighting terrorism...'The Israeli participation in the terrorist engineering was represented by the latest aggressions on Syria, Iraq and Lebanon. Those attacks were supported by Washington as an expression of the US-Israeli partnership with the aim of destabilizing the situation in the region,' al Jaafari affirmed.
'To have the efforts of the United Nations envoy succeed, it is required to end the foreign illegitimate presence in Syria and committing to Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity and supporting efforts to combatting terrorism.' He called for lifting the economic, coercive measures imposed on Syria that represent a terrorist economy and an act of low extortion."
Canada supports the terrorists and the sanctions.
US Missile Strike on 'Al Qaeda Leaders' in Syria
"When Syria or Russia attack the extremists who control Idlib, US-UK govts and media like to suggest they are targeting 'moderates' or civilians. But when US now attacks the same extremists in Idlib, US-UK media report it as an attack on al Qaeda militants."
Actually the rare US strike was designed to destroy the evidence of western collaboration with their jihadi proxy headchoppers, facing the fait accompli of an impending Syrian re-occupation of their national territory.
Are US Buying Weapons For ISIS?
"Millions of weapons made in Serbia have reportedly 'fallen' into the hands of Islamic State fighters in Yemen and Syria - after they were bought by the US and its allies."
Leaked Documents: US 'Task Force Smoking Gun' Smuggles Weapons To Syria
"US government contractor: 'Remove our name from the labels'...
Max Blumenthal Reporting From Damascus (and vid)
"Some words from the old city of Damascus on September 11 on my visit to a nearby area formerly controlled by the [Western-backed] Saudi backed Wahhabi militia, Jaish al Islam and to Maaloula, a historic Christian town invaded by Al Qaeda's local affiliate in 2013."
Russia Prevents Israeli Airstrikes in Syria
"Reports that Netanyahu's visit to Moscow was a failure and that Russia has moved to block Israeli attacks on Syrian air defences..."


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Allowing Life to Run On its Own
Allowing Life To Run On Its Own
In this deepening into a trust in everything, the habitual condition of attempting to control life for 'me' begins to unravel. What begins to blossom is an internal relationship with this Beauty that was never possible for 'someone doing something'.
Eventually what occurs is the simple allowance of life to run on its own. Letting things take care of themselves.
When life is allowed to run on its own, what begins to occur at first is an almost constant arising of protective mental reactions, because the control mechanism is turned off and what is dismantling the conditioning is working constantly. Letting your vital attention be on watching this conditioned mental reaction arising as opposed to feeding it by following its demands. And then the outcome is the dismantling of the conditioned armoring which created the sense of me and other.
As this process starts what begins to be recognized is the most loving act you ever did as a person had some subtle return for the experience of the separate one. For when movement has no return for that one, then what is revealed is that the other is not another, but it is Myself.
Not that I can feel you, not that I can feel your pain, not that I can feel your joy, but that it is Myself. Then the offering of love is pure and its taste is something that can not be compared to anything that has ever been known. And the offering is to Myself.
And this exploding heart begins having a gravitational force. The Satguru comes alive within you and begins enveloping everything that appears. This force shifts from inside my body to the center of everything being perceived. Then the taste of the heart begins enveloping the mind and purifying everything and it lives in the center of my entire perceptive awareness, inclusive of everything.
And everything perceived is perceived as Myself. And every movement is the movement of pure love. And every action when the taste is like this, is an act of divinity that continues to spread light unto my own heart , which is every single thing.
It becomes impossible to identify a 'me' wrapped around anything in particular. But this Beauty, this divine Beauty is in the center of all of it. This becomes the ground....... not that it ever was not the ground, it's just that the habit of taking care of 'me' shielded the possibility of discovering what has been eternally in place and waiting.
The beauty is that it happens all on its own. All that is needed is the desire to not follow the conditioned mind and to allow life to move without your involvement. And to turn your involvement toward the conditioned reactions without following their demands. This is all it takes. It is not mysterious.
You know it is such an amazing revelation. We spend our entire lives where everything is around "me". As soon as something happens where there is the true experience of something that is more important than this 'me', immediately there is the taste of such incredible joy. One could never imagine.
When Love has unraveled the story thoroughly, there is the recognition that it is only about That. Whether That is a person in front of you, or That is a forest or That is not described as any particular thing.
But as soon as that happens, then whatever That is, it is revealed to be Me. And the box of the body that had contained the 'me' experience is blown apart.


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By Leah Kay, Liberty Region Alumna, Elon University 2019, IC 2017 Press Corps
Tonight, the Grand and International Boards spoke to the order about the past year and their many accomplishments. Seeing BBYO flourish in Jewish teens around the world in the last year, Aaron Cooper, 92nd Grand Aleph Godol, and Ellie Bodker, 72nd International N'siah kicked off the evening with an empowering speech. Following, we celebrated the achievements of our movement presented by the rest of the Grand and International boards. AZA and BBG are stronger than ever, and that could not have been any clearer on a night like tonight.
Main guest speakers included:
Anthony Ervin: 2016 Rio Olympics Medalist, US Olympic Swimming Team
Joshua Malina: Actor, Scandal & The West Wing
Okieriete "Oak" Onaodowan: Act, Hamilton
Congressman Pete Sessions: 32nd District of Texas, Republican Party
Milana Vayntrub, Actress and Refugee Activist
These speakers ensured teens would stay active in their communities through motivating speeches connecting them to the teens. All reflecting on the past day or two about the activities the teens have participated in, showing how much of an impact they are already making.