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- Templates
- Business
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- General
- File Formats
Success requires planning and it is not just enough to acquire the project of your target or dreams, you need to focus on many more factors. With a bigger challenge ahead of you, you would want to finish the project on time with success and in order to attain that you must plan timelines for each of the jobs involved in the project. The project timeline templates can be relied upon for this purpose and here we have some of them discussed. You can also see Timeline PowerPoint Template.
These formats are very useful for the construction companies who can use them for the purpose of mentioning the various aspects of a construction project and also the target datelines that are to be maintained. The format of the layout provides a very organized look that serves the background to create a perfect timeline for complex projects.
The templates can be used to simplify the work of complex construction projects. These project timeline templates have a very catchy background that can support both paragraph style writing as well as information through illustrations that will signify certain datelines. These designs can also support other graphics and illustrations. Changes can be made easily and the user can navigate freely throughout the template.
The background of these project timeline templates is very catchy and attractive. The templates are provided with excellent technical features. The layouts have superb responsive features and a great resolution range. This allows the user to acquire great printout quality. The templates are perfect for impressive timelines to be created for the corporate world.
Simple, minimalistic yet elegant are the descriptions that suit these templates. They can be used for the purpose of creating no frills yet effective timeline schedules. Such formats are usually used by the managers and can easily portray the plan of implementation of the project. Through the employment of these templates, the users can do away with any chance of getting confused or going astray while in the process of implementing the project.
A project timeline is just that – a plan that is made with all the work that is to be done as a part of the project against the time period that it is to be completed in. It is important to make a project timeline for successful and easy completion of your projects.
A project timeline template is a format that can be used for the purpose of creating timelines that will be really effective in the purpose of making a schedule for completing the work of complex and elaborate projects. These are the templates that systematize the work of long term and multifaceted projects.
One of the best ways to create a project timeline template is to:
The biggest benefit of such types of designs are that they not just help to make the whole process very organized and systematic but also helps in the process of attainment of targets that is important for the purpose of successful completion of the project. Basically, you can get the work done in stipulated time. Completing projects on time and successfully keeping the quality of the project intact, is not an easy job and these project timeline templates are sure to provide a structure for such type of planning.


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Category: Other - Ketoacidosis
Monitor: 1
Objective :
Alcoholic Ketoacidosis (AKA) is a distinct cause of anion gap metabolic acidosis (AGMA) that typically occurs in adults with chronic alcoholism. Due to electrolyte derangement and potential arrythmias and shock, AKA can be fatal. Distinguishing this AKA from other life-threatening causes of metabolic acidosis is crucial for appropriate management but can be difficult due to overlap of clinical and biochemical features with other metabolic causes of AGMA, namely diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). We present a challenging case of AKA notable for a markedly elevated BHB level beyond what is traditionally reported in this condition.
Methods :
A 24-year-old healthy African American female presents to the emergency department with 12 hours of progressive nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Initial findings were significant AGMA 34 (Na 138 mmol/L, Cl 96mmol/L, HC03 8mmol/L, Potassium 5.6 mmol/L) with pH 7.13 as well as glucose 175 mg/dL, creatinine 1 mg/dL, plasma BHB 91.3mg/dL (0.2-2.8mg/dl). The patient was treated for suspected euglycemic DKA, although no known diabetes, with intravenous insulin. Despite resolution of acidosis, symptoms persisted following transition to subcutaneous insulin and carb-limited diet. At this point, the patient admitted to days of significant alcohol intake and minimal food consumption overlying one year of binge drinking; thus, leading to diagnosis of AKA. Supporting this results of ALT 111 Iu/L (<30), AST 124 Iu/L (7-35), HgbA1c 4.6% and negative GAD-65 antibodies. After liberalization to full-carb diet, the BHB again cleared with resolution of symptoms and return to usual health.
Results : NA
Discussion : AKA shares clinical features with DKA such as vomiting, abdominal pain, hemodynamic instability but can be differentiated by relevant history of alcoholism, low/normal blood glucose levels and lack of obtundation. As is seen in this case of AKA, glucose can be modestly elevated and ketosis, measured by serum BHB, can be profound. The pathophysiology of AKA is complex. Alcohol ingestion with decreased caloric intake can lead to starvation-related hypo-insulinemia, lipolysis with free fatty acid formation, oxidation of alcohols and excess glucagon secretion, all of which contribute to formation of ketones. During alcohol ingestion, high amounts of NAD+ is reduced to NADH; the imbalance of which leads to preferential formation of BHB over other ketones and inhibition of hepatic gluconeogenesis. Unlike our case, AKA typically has a lower anion gap and less severe acidosis than in DKA with bicarbonate levels above 18 and pH above 7.30. Standard therapy focuses on aggressive fluid, carbohydrate and electrolyte repletion as well as withdrawal monitoring.
Conclusion : NA
KImberly Lessard– Fellow, PGY4, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia
Serge Jabbour– Professor of Medicine, Director - Division of Endocrinology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Fellow, PGY4
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Current first-year endocrinology fellow at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia and former internal medicine resident and chief resident at Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA.
Professor of Medicine, Director - Division of Endocrinology
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jabbour is Professor of Medicine and Director of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolic Diseases in the Department of Medicine at Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is also Director of the Jefferson Diabetes Center.
Dr Jabbour completed his training in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolic Diseases at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.

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Murder case
FIVE suspects have been arrested and primarily charged in connection with the murder of a bakery shop owner, in what police have described as a "revenge" killing related to a land dispute.
Sim Ratha, 27, who ran a bakery on land owned by the suspects in Dangkor district's Choam Chao commune, was killed on October 15 and his body was dumped at the Ministry of Defence.
Sear Sambath, chief of the Military police's anti-crime and research bureau, paraded the five suspects during a press conference yesterday, with Sorn Voeun primarily charged with premeditated murder.
His sister Som Sophea, her husband Mon Sokha, police officer Chan Sereyboth and Ton Vichet, face primary charges of accomplices to murder.
"The perpetrator's sister offered the land to the victim to run the bakery a few years ago, but when the land value rose the sister wanted to sell the land," he said.
He said Sorn Voeun was believed to have shot the victim, and had previously been charged and convicted of murder in Kandal province in 2006.


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Review: ApHogee Curlific! Texture Treatment
A few months ago, I posted my first impressions of ApHogee Curlific! Texture Treatment (view here). I've had some time to use the product; in fact, it's nearly finished.
Product Claims: Curlific! products are pH optimized for maximum results and contain our exclusive PropHytamine Complex, utilizing proteins for strength, emollients for shine and humectants for softness. Curlific! is serious care for textured hair. Wavy, curly, or coiled hair types are more susceptible to damage than straight hair, due to structure and styling resistance. Weekly use of Curlific! Texture Treatment maintains beautiful hair, regardless of the environment or styling regimen. A must for color treated curls!!
Ingredients: Water (Aqua, Eau), Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glycerin, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Sodium PCA, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil, Dimethicone, Amodimethicone, Lactic Acid, Polyester-11, PVP, Isostearamidopropyl Morpholine Lactate, Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-10, Silicone Quaternium-22, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Keratin Amino Acids, Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone, C11-15 Pareth-7, C12-16 Pareth-9, Trideceth-12, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Fragrance (Parfum)
Thoughts: I really like the Texture Treatment and find myself reaching for it as often as I do some of my HG products. I don't have any complaints about its performance. It's a thick conditioner that goes on smoothly. I consider this a mild protein treatment. It contains a good balance of strengthening and softening proteins so I don't have to worry about my hair being brittle if I leave it on for too long. I've used this overnight with no issues. I prefer using the Treatment on wet hair; that way I am able to use less and fully distribute the product. It absorbs easily. When I go to rinse the Treatment, there is barely any visible. My hair feels amazing, every single time.
I've noticed this works especially well with heat. Even in the directions, it says rinse your shampoo with warm water and then apply the Texture Treatment and rinse finishing with cool water. Warm water opens the cuticles and cold water seals/closes them. I'll typically rinse my hair with warm-to-hot water before applying. Once the Treatment is on, I put on a shower cap, scarf, and a wool beanie to trap the heat. After a few hours I rinse with cool water.
This product does contain cones, but I haven't had any issues with buildup or it reacting with other products.
So far my only issue with this product is the fragrance. I can't think of anything to compare it to, but it is strong and very masculine. It does linger after rinsing, but if I apply additional product, which I always do, then I don't notice it.
The ApHogee Curlific! line is available online and at local beauty supply stores. All products are under $10 or £5. ApHogee Curlific! Texture Treatment is only currently only available in an 8oz size.
Would I repurchase? Yes, definitely.
Below is how I'd rate the product in the following categories:
Price: 5/5
Packaging: 5/5
Fragrance: 2/5
Performance: 5/5 (as a protein treatment)
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If are a Xolo Mobile phones user in Bathinda, and you are looking Xolo Mobile Authorized Mobile Service Centre in Bathinda or Xolo Mobiles Repair Centre in Bathinda region; so, here you can get your nearest Xolo Mobile Service Centre Address and other contact information in Bathinda and nearby areas.
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National Cyber Awareness System
IC3 has released the following as part of the challenges at hand for Cybersecurity month:
Original release date: October 17, 2017In conjunction with National Cyber Security Awareness Month, the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has issued an alert to individuals and businesses about the security risks involved with the Internet of Things (IoT). IoT refers to the emerging network of devices (e.g., smart TVs, home automation systems) that connect to one another via the Internet, often automatically sending and receiving data. IC3 warns that once a device is compromised, an attacker may take control of an affected system, obtain sensitive information, or cause a denial-of-service condition.
US-CERT encourages individuals and businesses to review the IC3 Alert for more information on IoT vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques.
The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has issued an alert on distributed denial-of-service (DDoS)-for-hire services advertised on criminal forums and marketplaces. Using DDoS attacks to prevent legitimate users from accessing websites or information can lead to serious consequences.
US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the IC3 Alert for more information and US-CERT's Alert on Heightened DDoS Threat Posed by Mirai and Other Botnets.


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by Pearce & Story
The last thing Cole Erickson needs right now is a distraction.
Improving his swing before baseball season and steeling his nerve to talk to the ravishing Ashley Knutson are all that matters. Unfortunately, he's just made the cataclysmic mistake of speaking to a stranger-than-strange kid that everyone at Jackson Middle School calls:
Spawned from a naturalistic humanitarian mother, Gordon "Dorkman" Dorfmueller lives in a bug- and cat-infested house, dresses like something a thrift store vomited, and acts like he just arrived from one of the comic book worlds he spends all of his time drawing. As far as Cole is concerned, Dorkman is a complete waste of space.
But Dorkman begins to follow him everywhere: his classes… home… even the bathroom in his quest to become Cole's new best friend. Nothing seems to stop him. And Cole fears that his popularity and his chances with Ashley have just been flushed. Things couldn't be worse.
That is, until Cole's friends decide to take matters into their own hands and subject Dorkman to a series of escalating pranks that ultimately humiliate Gordon and change Cole's life forever.
Beware! The Dorkman cometh!
About Pearce and Story
Pearce & Story, the collaboration of Rich Pearce and Ken Story, have been writing together since the Year 2000 and plan to continue their efforts through the Y3K. With several projects forthcoming, Dorkman is their first published young adult novel. Both Pearce & Story reside in Huntsville, AL.


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Animals and Insects
On this page, you will find photos of (Canine) Spike, Bella, Vanille, Sunny Boy,(my big gentle giant!), Angel, Bella (there are two!), Jack, Timbit, Grace, (Feline) Maya & co. You will also come across some photos of equine, farm, fowl and various insects, but....no spiders! No arachnids for me thank you!
Canine and feline
Puppy Love
Born October 3rd, 2009 - 8 weeks old
"Spike with Spice"
See also the "seasonal and thematic" page for more pictures of Spike with a bit of a flare for the season of Christmas.
C'est la belle...Bella
Not all insects are pests!
Aerodynamically the bumble bee shouldn't be able to fly, but the bumble bee doesn't know it, so it goes on flying anyway. ~Mary Kay Ash


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Roasted Eggplant Salad
(Patlican Salatasi)
1 eggplant
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 medium-sized tomato, seeds discarded and diced
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice or 1 tbsp vinegar
2 tbsp feta cheese, crumbled
Before putting in the oven, make holes on the eggplant with a fork so that it will soften and cook better. Then place on an oven tray and roast for about 35 minutes on broil. Alternatively, you can barbecue it until softened. Then peel it, remove any seeds and place in 2 cups of water with 1/2 lemon juice. Leave in for about 10-15 minutes. After draining, cut into small pieces with a knife. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix with a spoon. Place in service plate and keep refrigerated.
If you don't want to bother with roasting the eggplant, you can skip the step above and instead just use approximately 350 gr of Roasted Eggplants in a jar. Just mix all the ingredients together and you're good to go.
This recipe goes well with any kind of meat, Kofte or Kebap on the side.


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Yellow with bold wine purple eye and yellow throat. Purple picotee edging. Tops!
Foliage: dormant
Flower type: single
Height: 26"
Flower size: 5.5"
Bloom time: mid late
Flower characteristics: extended bloom
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Originator: Stamile 1989
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Edwin Jeans
Edwin Aurora T-shirt in White
Edwin Aurora T-shirt in White
Known for its blends of its Japanese heritage and craftsmanship, mixing in a European contemporary style, vision and attitude Edwin has designed the Edwin Aurora T-shirt in White. It is an oversized fitted t-shirt which will be great for the new spring/summer 2019 collection. The t-shirt is made from100% cotton and is adorned with Japanese text saying EDWIN in a small graphic on the front and a larger graphic on the reverse of the t-shirt that translates to From Tokyo With Love.
• 100% Cotton
• Machine Washable
• Colour: White
• Printed design: front and back
• Short-sleeved
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Every episode of TLC's "Hoarding: Buried Alive" features jaw-dropping moments, but usually those moments are related to the mess at hand – or whatever mass amount of creepy crawlies calls that mess home. Not so on the next installment of the clutter-filled show.
No, a sneak peek of the action to come reveals that, while Janet and Herv have quite the cobweb covered hoard, their secret shocker is the other woman who comes by to inspect it.
"About three years ago, Herv started a relationship with Wendy," Janet revealed. "He said it was just sex and it didn't mean anything. I let it go on."
To make matters worse, Wendy is Janet's friend, or maybe frenemy.
"I felt like I was just keeping an enemy close as a friend," Janet explained. "But she was getting what she wanted by having him as a sexual partner. It just hurt me terribly."
And now, evidently, what Wendy wants -- in addition to Herv -- is to get a gander at the state of Janet and Herv's home, even though it disturbs Janet.
It's easy to see why.
"You sleep on this?" Wendy asked as she stood on the couple's bed. "You do anything else on it?"
Catch the rest of the messy relationship story when "Hoarding: Buried Alive" airs Sunday night at 9 p.m. on TLC.
Which do you think will call for a bigger clean-up, the house or the relationship? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.
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for Book Riot
Thirty years ago this month, Ann M. Martin launched The Baby-sitters Club series and I can safely say that no book or book series has had a greater impact on my life. I am a writer and librarian; I wouldn't be either without developing a love of reading through the BSC. Even as a pseudo-adult (and very real nerd), I enjoy imagining what the girls are up to these days and what they might be reading. So here are my book recommendations for the babysitters from Stoneybrook, Connecticut (continued)


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Motorola's upcoming Moto X4 smartphone will be offered in an Android One configuration via Google's Project Fi service.
Recent Moto X Stories
Motorola Moto Z Preview
BY Paul Thurrott with 0 Comments
This week, Motorola announced the next version of its flagship smartphone, which adds some much-needed features. But the big news here is a new modular expansion system called Moto Mods that I think will really differentiate these devices from the me-too masses.
Moto X Pure Edition Preview
BY Paul Thurrott with 0 Comments
The Moto X Pure Edition is an unlocked wonder with universal radios that provides high-end features, great customization choices, and affordable pricing.


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The Lamar Lady Savages softball team picked up their second win of the season.
Lamar hosted the Burlington Lady Cougars and chalked up a 9-1 victory on Friday, Aug. 25 at Citizen's Field.
The visitors scored their lone run in the top of the first inning. Lamar scored three runs in the first, two runs in third, one run in the fifth, and capped the scoring with three runs in the sixth.
The Lady Savages produced their nine runs on 12 hits and left 10 runners stranded. Defensively, they did not commit any errors for the second consecutive game. Burlington committed five errors in the contest.
Senior Haleigh Prosser had a big day at the plate going 3-for-4. Her three hits were highlighted by two doubles and a triple and 1 RBI. Prosser also scored a pair of runs.
Also at the plate for the Lady Savages:
Laci Coen, 1-for-4 with a walk and one run scored.
Miranda Mitchek, 0-for-4 with a run scored.
Morgan Reed, 1-for-4 with a run scored.
Sheridan Choat, 2-for-3 with 1 RBI and a run scored.
Sydnee Howland was hit by a pitch and scored a run.
Julie Aguirre, 0-for-2 with a walk and a run scored.
Anna Settles, 0-for-1 with a run scored.
Dayle Trout, 1-for-3.
Aubrey Lawrence, 0-for-1 with 1 RBI.
Alexa Comstock, 2-for-3 with 1 RBI.
Karina Lozano, 2-for-4 with 2 RBIs.
In the pitching circle, junior Dayle Trout got her first start and picked up the win. She gave up one earned run on six hits, struck out four, and did not issue a walk. Trout threw 92 pitches with 66 for strikes.
Lamar next heads to Castle Rock for the Don McCall Tournament hosted by Douglas County High School on Friday, Sept. 1 and Saturday, Sept. 2.
The Lady Savages will play two games on Friday against Castle View at 11 a.m. and Northglenn at 1:00 p.m.
On Saturday, Lamar will face Fruita Monument at 9 a.m. and Ponderosa at 11 a.m.
The Lady Savages will play a third game on Saturday depending on how they finished in pool play.
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text: Research shows that music instruction in particular has a positive influence on reading and mathematics achievement through its effect on higher-order cognitive skills. The El Sistema program is an internationally successful program that has been shown to notably improve academic proficiency, collaboration and critical thinking skills, along with building confidence and self-esteem. Study after study has shown that music education produces better, more diligent students and well-rounded citizens.


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EMC is a post electronic, post ambient and post millennial magnum opus of...
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...transcendent soundscapes. Atmospheres, guitars, electric sitars, synths and dubby grooves drenched in reverbs and cavernous echoes.EMC mixes and matches styles to create new genre fusions, it is a hypnotic and mesmerizing record.
The often elusive Mystical Sun is no stranger to success, having had over two million track downloads from his first album, followed with his Deeperworlds' album being album of the year' on many chillout radio stations and magazines in 2007 and an ever growing fan base through his years of releases on compilations for the worlds leading downtempo, dub and chillout labels.
After all the accolades it is quite surprising how well Mystical Sun evolves his sound from one album to the next and yet maintains something that is uniquely Mystical Sun'. His past production comparisons have included Future Sound Of London', The Orb' and even The Cure', so it becomes hard to define what the essence of the Mystical Sun sound is.
What we do know is that his ever evolving explorations in sound design and recreation / re-molding of micro genres to suite his own ends, makes listening to a Mystical Sun album a full journey, a deep place to be, but always warm and with resolution.


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Blog Archives
Gone – Switchfoot
Yo! Ok, I had planned to triple post today to 'atone' for the days I was too..uh..'busy' to post but again exams are upon me (hmph!) so I'll do a double post. The first is a song I love very much that always sounds different when I press play. Gone by Switchfoot)
'She told him she'd rather fix her makeup
Than try to fix what's going on
But the problem keeps on calling
Even with the cellphone gone
She told him that she believes in living
Bigger than she's living now
But her world keeps spinning backwards
And upsidedown
Don't say so long, and throw yourself wrong
Don't spend today away
Cuz today will soon be
Gone, like yesterday is gone,
Like history is
Gone, just trying to prove me wrong
And pretend like you're immortal
She said he said live like no tomorrow
Every day we borrow
Brings us one step closer to the edge (infinity)
Where's your treasure, where's your hope
If you get the world and lose your soul
She pretends like she pretends like she's immortal
Don't say so long
You're not that far gone
This could be your big chance to makeup
Today will soon be
Gone, like yeterday is gone,
Like history is gone,
The world keeps spinning on,
Your going going gone,
Like summer break is gone,
Like saturday is gone
Just try to prove me wrong
You pretend like your immortal your immortal
We are not infinite
We are not permanent
Nothing is immediate
We're so confident
In our accomplishments
Look at our decadence
Gone, like Frank Sinatra
Like Elvis and his mom
Like AL Pacino's cash nothing lasts in this life
My highschool dreams are gone
My childhood sweets are gone
Life is a day that doesn't last for long
Life is more than money
Time was never money
Time was never cash,
Life is still more than girls
Life is more than hundred dollar bills
And roto-tom fills
Life's more than fame and rock and roll and thrills
All the riches of the kings
End up in wills we got information in the information age
But do we know what life is
Outside of our convenient Lexus cages
She said he said live like no tomorrow
Every moment that we borrow
Brings us closer to the God who's not short of cash
Hey Bono i'm glad you asked
Life is still worth living, life is still worth living
Lyrics courtesy of azlyrics.com 😛 (though I have them offhead)


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Contact: Becky Burghart, 575-479-6124, ext. 230
Alamogordo, NM
In honor of America's military veterans, entrance fees will be waived for everyone during the Veterans Day weekend, November 9 through 11, at White Sands National Monument and all 401 national parks.
America's military protects American values and our democracy abroad, while the National Park Service preserves the fabric of our democracy and values at home. Some of the great icons of our nation are national parks, including Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed;the Statue of Liberty;and the home and birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. These sites collectively represent our uniquely American ideals, our collective dreams and aspirations, and our difficult moments. The national parks tell our own American story.
Superintendent Marie Frías Sauter warmly welcomes everyone to White Sands. "Take time this weekend to enjoy your national parks with friends and family and remember the service and dedication of all our military veterans and activity duty personnel."
Enjoy this special weekend at White Sands National Monument by taking a hike in the park, sledding down the dunes, picnicking with your friends and family, or joining a ranger for a one-hour ranger-guided Sunset Stroll, which starts at 4 pm at the Sunset Stroll sign five miles down Dunes Drive. There is no charge for the program. The monument is open seven days a week from 8 am until 6 pm. The visitor center and gift shop are open 9 am until 5 pm. For additional information about park hours and events please visit www.nps.gov/whsa or call 575-479-6124 ex. 236.
The National Park Service also provides active duty members of the military and their dependents with an annual national park pass, an $80 value, at no charge. Permanently disabled veterans can receive a free lifetime pass to all parks. The passes provides entrance to all national parks, national wildlife refuges, national forests, and many other Federal lands –more than 2,000 in all. The passes can be acquired at any national park that charges an entrance fee, including White Sands. Information about all national park passes is available at www.nps.gov/findapark/passes.htm.
Last updated: October 4, 2016


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Miinatamis na saging, turon and banana cue are some of the classic favorites we like to enjoy the cardava banana or what we locally call, saging na saba. But I'll bet you'll agree, a bite of these fried bananas with salted coconut caramel sauce and you'll never eat bananas any other way again.
As much as I love banana slices fried golden and crisp, I have to say, the real star of the show here is the salted coconut caramel sauce. It's so simple to make and requires but three ingredients you'll be suprise how wickedly delicious every spoonful is. The sauce was heavenly paired with the fried bananas but guys! Imagine this sweet lusciousness slathered over your morning suman. Can we say yummy twice?
I find a thinner, pourable, more-syrup like caramel best for drenching and dunking my fried bananas but feel free to reduce the sauce a little longer if you like. Please note that the sauce will thicken more as it cools so take it off the stove a tad sooner than you want your final consistency to be. Either way, make a lot. Double the recipe. Believe me, you'll never run out of reasons to dig in.
Fried Bananas with Salted Caramel Coconut Sauce
- 1/4 cup oil
- 6 to 8 pieces saba bananas peeled and cut lengthwise into halves
For the Salted Coconut Caramel Sauce
- 1 13.5 ounces can coconut milk
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add bananas in a single layer and fry, turning once or twice, until golden and crisp on both sides. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with caramel sauce.
For the Salted Coconut Caramel Sauce
- In a sauce pot over medium heat, combine coconut milk, brown sugar and salt and whisk together until sugar and salt are dissolved.
- Bring mixture to a boil. Continue to cook, stirring regularly, for about 20 to 25 minutes or until mixture is reduced and thickened. Drizzle over fried bananas. Transfer leftover sauce into a jar and keep refrigerated.


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Types of Accommodations the Court can Make
How to Request an Accommodation
Response to an ADA Accommodation Request
Review of Requests that have been Denied
Accessibility (ADA)
The New York State Unified Court System is dedicated to ensuring that all qualified individuals with disabilities have equal and full access to the judicial system. We are committed to providing services, programs and activities in a way that assures accessibility.
As defined by the ADA, a person with a disability is one who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity such as - but not limited to - walking, seeing, hearing, learning, breathing, caring for oneself, or working.
The ADA also protects people who have a record of having such an impairment or who are regarded as having such an impairment, whether or not they actually have one, if being perceived as having one results in discrimination.
Right to an Accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability who needs an accommodation to participate in a court proceeding or other court service, program or activity, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance.
Any individual with an interest in participating in or attending any proceeding before any court of this state may make a request for accommodations. This may include jurors, parties, attorneys, witnesses, and spectators.
Types of Accommodations the Court Can Make
Accommodations the court can provide may include making reasonable modifications in practices and procedures, or furnishing auxiliary aids, services, equipment, devices, or materials such as assistive listening devices, qualified American Sign Language (ASL) or other types of interpreters, real time computer-aided transcription services (CART), qualified readers, in large print, Braille, electronic, or audio format.
Aids and Services that Cannot be Provided as ADA Accommodations
Some examples of aids and services the court system cannot provide as an ADA accommodation include such things as legal counsel or legal advice, transportation to or from the courthouse, an official transcript of a court proceeding, personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, or prescription glasses), or personal services (such as medical or attendant care).
The Court administrators cannot grant, as an ADA accommodation, requests that would implicate the rights of parties to the proceeding or the Judge's inherent power to manage the courtroom and proceeding. Examples of such requests include requests for extension of time, a change of venue, or participation in court proceedings by telephone or video conferencing. Those types of accommodation requests must be decided by the judge or judicial officer presiding over the specific case.
How to Request an Accommodation
Each court has a key person - the ADA Liaison - who has been designated to help facilitate disability accommodation requests. The ADA liaison will accept contacts made in person, in writing (by letter, email or fax) or over the telephone from qualified individuals seeking an accommodation.
To ensure that the court will be able to make appropriate arrangements, requests should be made, whenever possible, well in advance of the court appearance date. Requests should be as specific as possible. In addition to the type of accommodation needed, please provide relevant information regarding the court appearance (i.e., court facility address, name of the case, name of the judge, part number, date of the appearance(s), and estimated length of the proceeding).
To identify the correct ADA liaison to assist you with your accommodation, please review the County Listing of Local ADA Liaisons.
If you have a pending case before a judge or judicial officer and your request for ADA accommodation(s) will require a modification of or otherwise affect the court's practices or procedures, the request should be made to the judge or judicial officer.
Many requested accommodations can be arranged expeditiously. Sometimes, however, an accommodation request may require more than one conversation, in order to help the court understand the extent of your impairment, or to explore the best means of accommodating your disability. You may be asked to provide additional information to help this process. To the extent possible, your request and any information submitted in support of it will remain confidential and be reviewed by court personnel only as necessary to determine if an ADA accommodation is warranted or reasonable.
Response to an ADA Accommodation Request
If the court is able to provide the requested accommodation, you will be notified by the ADA liaison, or other appropriate court personnel, or by the judge or judicial officer if the request has been directed to him or her.
If the requested accommodation is denied and an alternative cannot be agreed upon, you should receive a written explanation for the denial. A final decision to deny an accommodation can only be made by an appropriate executive-level manager (in NYC, the Chief Clerk of the Court, or in Judicial Districts 3-10, the respective District Executive to the District Administrative Judge), or, if the request has been directed to a presiding judge or judicial officer, by that judge or judicial officer.
If a judge or judicial officer has denied the accommodation request, you may ask that he or she do so on the record or in a written order, so that it might be judicially reviewed if you wish to appeal it. For all other denials, you will be provided with a written Denial of Accommodation Form, which can be administratively reviewed.
Review of Requests that Have Been Denied
A person who has been denied an accommodation may seek review of that decision. If the decision to deny an accommodation was made by a judge or judicial officer in a pending proceeding, review of that decision must be sought through the regular process of judicial review. If the decision to deny an accommodation was made administratively by a Chief Clerk or District Executive in consultation with the ADA Statewide Coordinator, that decision may be reviewed through the Request for Reconsideration process discussed below.
A person who has been issued a Denial of Accommodation Form by a Chief Clerk or District Executive may have that decision reviewed by submitting either a written statement or a Request for Reconsideration Form.
If the form is not used, the written statement must contain the following information:
• name, address, e-mail address and telephone number of the individual submitting the Request for Reconsideration.
• name/location of the court or court facility in which the accommodation was sought.
• description of the basis for the Request for Reconsideration.
• statement of the desired remedy or the solution requested.
• a copy of the Denial of Accommodation form.
The request for reconsideration must be submitted, no later than ten (10) days after the date of the written denial, by mail or e-mail to:
New York State Office of Court Administration
Statewide ADA Coordinator
25 Beaver Street, Suite 809
New York, NY 10004
email firstname.lastname@example.com
The filing deadline may be extended by the Statewide Coordinator for good cause shown. Alternative means of filing the Request for Reconsideration, such as via an audio format, may be made available upon request to the Statewide Coordinator.
The person seeking reconsideration may submit additional relevant information or documents that were unavailable to them at the time the accommodation request was originally made.
The Statewide Coordinator will review the reconsideration request promptly, and will review any information or documents submitted with the accommodation request or that relate to the denial decision. If the information submitted is determined to be insufficient, the Statewide Coordinator may request, obtain and consider additional information deemed necessary.
To the extent possible, the Statewide Coordinator will issue a decision in writing or, where appropriate, in a format accessible to the person requesting reconsideration, within 30 days of the date the request for reconsideration was filed. The Statewide Coordinator may affirm, modify or reverse the initial denial of the accommodation request.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email firstname.lastname@example.com call the ADA Office at (212) 428-2760.


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- Kimberly C. Roberts (2012-02-03). Artist helps 'Red Tails' soar (HTML). http://PhillyTrib.com.+The Philadelphia Tribune. Retrieved on February 7, 2012. "Russell, a Los Angeles native who has been in the film industry for almost 30 years, was initially hired by George Lucas to work on "Return of the Jedi""
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These are the kinds of games we will be looking back on in November and December and be thanking God we were able to pull it out. The Seahawks escaped with a 12-7 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. The win gives the Seahawks a 1-0 record and the Panthers start their season 0-1. There is a lot to talk about and a lot I pulled from this game. Here are my observations from this nail biter.
Running Game Needs To Improve: I will cut Marshawn Lynch a little bit of slack on this one because the Carolina Panthers front 7 is extremely talented in stuffing the run. Lynch ran for only 43 yards this week while the entire Seahawks team rushed for only 70 yards total. At times I felt that Robert Turbin had more success running the ball then Lynch did. I have a hard time diagnosing what the main problem was. As talented as the Panthers defense is, the Seahawks offensive line struggled at times to open holes and protection in both phases of the offense was shaky throughout the game. At home next week against another stout defense, the running game needs to improve or else we will struggle putting up points and extending drives once again.
Thoughts on Russell Wilson: Russell Wilson threw for 320 yards and one touchdown on Sunday but there was one head-scratching element and one frustrating element Wilson displayed during the game. The head-scratching element was that Wilson ran the ball only 5 times for 7 yards. None of these rushes were zone-read keepers. Even though the Seahawks running game was below average throughout the game, I thought Wilson would try to trick the Panthers defense by faking hand offs and keeping the ball, especially in the second half when it had been established that Seattle was having trouble on the ground. The frustrating element of Wilson's game was that he seemed to be too comfortable in the pocket at times. Wilson was sacked twice and also fumbled the ball deep into Carolina territory. In these instances and others throughout the game, Wilson tried to stay in the pocket and waited for something to open up rather than scramble to create space to get his receivers open. When he did scramble, he didn't seem comfortable committing to throwing to any of his receivers. The Panthers defense showed their presence by using their speed and quickness. Wilson needs to be more decisive next week because holding the ball for too long will result in lost yards and missed opportunities.
Dark Horses: Sidney Rice and Golden Tate were the starting wide receivers on Sunday but it was Doug Baldwin and Jermaine Kearse who made the biggest impact in the passing game this week. Baldwin led the Seahawks receivers in receptions and yards, catching 7 passes for 91 yards. Kearse reeled in the only Seahawks touchdown of the game, a 43-yard touchdown pass from Russell Wilson to give the Seahawks the lead for good. I think these two players will have a lasting impact this season; more of an impact than a lot of people thought. Without Percy Harvin, Baldwin and Kearse were given the opportunity to prove themselves as valuable assets in the passing game and both proved their value this week. Look for them to see expanded playing time in the coming weeks.
Schofield Holds down the Fort, But Road Defense Still a Weakness: Cliff Avril was inactive against Carolina, thrusting O'Brien Schofield into the starting lineup at defensive end this week. Schofield did not overly impress me but I think he did a solid job. Schofield recorded the Seahawks only sack of Cam Newton this week. I do not believe Schofield is meant to be a long-term solution at defensive end should Avril miss any more time, but he did his job adequately today and the Seahawks were able to pull out a win. As for the rest of the defense, we looked eerily similar to last year's road defense. This is not a good thing. The Seahawks couldn't put pressure on Newton when it mattered the most, on third down. Carolina converted 5 of their 11 third downs; a 45.5% conversion rate. Tackling also needs to improve, as Panthers running backs DeAngelo Williams and Mike Tolbert were able to gain yards after contact on most of their rushes. The defense needs to do a better job contacting the runner at the line of scrimmage or behind it to prevent the opportunity to gain extra yards. Luckily for the Seahawks, we have two straight home games before our next road game in Houston.
Awareness is Key: On both Carolina fumbles that were recovered by the Seahawks, I noticed incredible awareness by the Seattle defenders to know that the ball had been knocked out and that the play was still live. Both fumbles included at least three Seahawks to pounce on the loose ball and in both instances it was not even a question as to which team recovered the ball. I was very impressed by the instincts the Seahawks defense showed this week.
Penalty Watch: The Seahawks had 9 penalties for a total of 99 yards this week; 6 of them coming in the second half. Most of our penalties occurred at inopportune times, such as on third downs that instead of stopping Carolina drives, extended them. As sad as it is to say, the number of penalties is improving from where we were in the preseason but needs to get a lot better in a big hurry or else it will cost us these close games.
Thoughts on Carolina: I think that the Carolina Panthers have a defense that the coaching staff can rely on all season long. It is a unit that is capable of getting them to the playoffs. Having said this, the Panthers will go only as far as Cam Newton and the offense takes them. The Panthers running game was impressive this week but they do not have a solidified feature back given that Jonathan Stewart is out with an injury. Cam Newton was held to 125 passing yards this week and that will definitely not cut it over the course of the season. If Newton improves and shows stable, consistent improvement, the Panthers could be a dark horse pick for an NFC wild-card berth this season.
Random Thoughts: The Seahawks haven't won in week one on the road since 2006 when the Seahawks beat Detroit 9-6… The heat didn't play as big of a factor later on in the game as I thought it would… We stayed healthy throughout the course of the game. I always love to see that… Where was Christine Michael???… The Seahawks wore grey pants with their blue jerseys this week… I am running on pure adrenaline as I'm writing this. Sunday Night Football is currently on and I've been up since 6am… I've always thought Bank of America Stadium is one of the most boring looking stadiums in the NFL. It's just a bowl with three levels. No notable decorations either… The Seahawks have 4 more 10am kickoffs this season. Good thing we showed we can win on the road early on in the season… My fantasy team is going to struggle this season… I say it every season and I'll say it again. Thank God for NFL Red Zone. I got to watch every NFC West team this week since the 49ers, Cardinals, and Rams all played in the 1:25pm slot after the Seahawks game… Speaking of the 49ers, I'm disappointed they pulled out a win over Green Bay but my attitude could be a lot worse if the Seahawks had lost… Next week is going to be HUGE. Nothing I say will convince you otherwise. With sole possession of first place in the NFC West potentially on the line, I am already getting excited thinking about next week's game.
If you hate the San Francisco 49ers like I know you do, make sure you check back Tuesday for a very special post. With the 49ers coming to town next week for our home opener, I take you into my past as I explain where my hatred of the San Francisco 49ers comes from. I promise you, it will definitely be a must-read for any true Seahawks fan.
I will publish my preview of next week's Sunday night home opener against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday. Thanks for reading everybody. Go Seahawks!


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Today I would like to present several hair regrowth home remedies to add to sheen and texture of hair along with enhancing natural growth.
Cinnamon mask for hair regrowth
Cinnamon is used to increase circulation in hair pulp. For someone, using cinnamon in the hair mask might procure heat in the head, in that case, keep the mask for as long as you feel comfortable before washing off.
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder;
- 1 raw egg;
- Half tea spoon honey.
- 1 tablespoon of essential oil (coconut/jojoba/Argan)
Put the cinnamon powder, honey, essential oil and raw egg in a bowl; heat in the microwave for 20 seconds.
Apply massaging in slow, circular motion in the scalp first and then in the length of the hair. Bind the hair to keep the mask intact.
Wash after 30 minutes or as long as you feel comfortable.
Onions are hair growth stimulants. Onions are one of the highly regarded home remedies to regrow hair when used regularly by optimizing the antioxidant level in hair follicles.
Onion juice-olive oil mask for hair regrowth
- 3 table spoon of onion juice
- One and half table spoon of olive Combine the olive oil and onion juice in a fine mixture. Gently massage the scalp with the mixture. Leave the oil mixture on your scalp for two hours or so. Wash out with shampoo. Olive oil itself fight with dandruff and leave hair shiny and silky.
Castor oil and onion juice
- Two table spoon castor oil;
- Three table spoon onion juice;
Mix the onion juice and castor oil well. Apply the mixture in gentle circular motion in the scalp and hair strands up to the bottom.
Leave the oil several hours before washing off. Since castor oil is one of the most remedies for boosting hair growth, regular usage would boost thicken hair over the time.


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- Eradicates impurities such as oils, dirt, environmental pollutants, and make-up residue to refresh the skin's surface and unclog pores.
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- Contains powerful antioxidants that target and neutralize the compounds responsible for skin damage and numerous signs of skin aging.
- Quickly works into a rich, cooling lather that penetrates deep into pores to dissolve and remove oil, dirt, makeup, and other impurities.
- Promotes optimal moisture balance to reinforce skin's natural protective barrier and leave it feeling lusciously soft and smooth.
- Fortified with a blend of therapeutic anti-inflammatory botanical extracts that effectively relieve swelling and irritation.
- Delivers dramatic results without harsh medicinal ingredients that can irritate or overdry skin, and can be used every day as part of a beautifying and anti-aging skincare regimen.
- Protects skin against the harmful effects of free radicals to prevent environmental and UV damage.
- Complements skin's natural sun defense system to effectively fight multiple signs of photo aging, and noticeably lightens hyperpigmented areas.
- Vitamin-packed professional-grade serum has ingredients that work synergistically for extreme antioxidant protection.
- Promotes collagen in the deeper dermal layer to improve skin elasticity, minimize fine lines, and provide enhanced structural support.
- Nourishes skin with rich yet light weight emollients to lock in moisture and make skin supple and youthful-looking.
- Quick-absorbing formula won't rub off once applied, and can be used under make-up or other creams that provide SPF protection.
Great for all skin types, this hydrating cream with SPF-30 is fast absorbing, providing a protective barrier against photo-aging and the sun's harmful rays. Also provides an excellent makeup base that is non-greasy. Dermaxsol moisturizes and blends naturally with the color of your skin reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Purified Water (Aqua), Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract, Arctium Majus Root Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract
This plant-derived extract has anti-bacterial properties, which make it a vigorous skin purifier and blemish fighter. It is a potent astringent that exerts a constricting and tightening effect to shrink enlarged pores. The astringent properties of witch hazel also inhibit excessive oil accumulation, making it an ideal skin toning ingredient for those with acne-prone or oily complexions. Finally, witch hazel eases inflammation and helps to restore skin's ideal moisture balance by locking in beneficial hydration.
Achillea Millefolium Extract
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Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid balances out the more intense skin purifying ingredients in Maxatone and prevents irritating dryness and flaking by providing feather-light hydration. This ingredient improves skin's texture and provides lasting moisture because of its humectant properties, which allow it to absorb water from the surrounding air.
Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Also known as comfrey leaf, symphytum officinale contains a compound called allantoin that promotes the synthesis of new cells to encourage skin renewal. It soothes and calms areas of inflammation, dry zones, and minor skin irritations to leave skin looking healthy. Like several of the other plant-based extracts in the Maxatone formulation, this ingredient is also a pore-shrinking astringent.
Equisetum Arvense Extract
More commonly known as horsetail extract, this all-natural ingredient lessens inflammation and acts as a luxurious skin softener to improve suppleness and give skin a smoother overall texture. It contains a compound called silica, which is believed to support enhanced collagen synthesis for tighter, firmer, and younger-looking skin.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
The common marigold flower is naturally infused with therapeutic skin care compounds. Its healing properties encourage accelerated skin repair for a complexion that is free from blemishes and other skin afflictions. This botanical ingredient is also a proven skin conditioning agent that helps seal in skin-beautifying moisture.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of this herbal skin conditioner allow it to neutralize free radicals and inhibit environmental damage while calming redness and irritation for improved uniformity in texture and tone. It also regulates oil production in skin prone to blemishes and breakouts.
Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract
Benefits of botanical lemon peel include noticeable skin tightening and toning. This key part of the Maxatone formulation is a purifying and clarifying antiseptic that can remove bacteria, excess oil, and other skin impurities to deeply cleanse clogged pores and inhibit the development of blemishes.
Arctium Majus Root Extract
Packed with nutritive vitamins and therapeutic mineral salts, this botanical soothes skin while destroying bacteria that can cause breakouts or result in a greasy-looking or dull complexion. It regulates oil production to ensure skin is wonderfully hydrated without becoming slick or shiny. The essential fatty acids it contains give it antioxidant effects.
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
An ideal skincare ingredient for those with oil-prone skin, sage leaf extract optimizes sebum production. This promotes ideal skin balance, leaving skin hydrated while curbing problems with excessive sebum accumulation that can lead to clogged pores. It can also enhance blood flow towards the skin's surface for a healthy-looking, rosy complexion.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract
The therapeutic moisturizing properties of lavender extract make it an ideal treatment for even severely dry skin. This rich conditioning agent enhances suppleness to make skin velvety soft to the touch. Lavender oil also soothes skin and works to restore its optimal balance.
Purified Water (Aqua), Sodium Olivate, Glycerin, Rosa Rubiginosa (Rose Hip) Seed Oil, Eriobotrya Japonica Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Seaweed) Extract
Rosa Rubiginosa (Rose Hip) Seed Oil
This natural botanical oil contains high levels of vitamins. The vitamin A in rosehip seed oil stimulates collagen synthesis to improve elasticity and firmness. It also helps protect skin against environmental damage by making it better able to defend itself against pollution and free radicals. Vitamins C and E are potent antioxidants that can neutralize harmful compounds and prevent numerous signs of skin aging.
Sodium Olivate
Sodium olivate is a plant-powered surfactant that is responsible for the refreshing foaming action of skin-perfecting Dermpura. Derived from olives, it is a potent yet gentle cleansing agent that removes makeup and other impurities from pores and the skin's surface without leaving behind an oily residue or sticky film.
Glycerin's unique properties make it an ideal emollient and anti-aging compound. Its lasting hydrating effects can be explained by the fact that glycerin is capable of absorbing water from the air. In addition to combating dryness and roughness, glycerin penetrates into microscopic cracks and crevices on the skin surface to even out texture and maintain skin's natural protective barrier against the elements.
Eriobotrya Japonica Extract
This fruit extract is naturally enriched with a nutritive blend of vitamins and antioxidants that can combat oxidative stress and calm inflammation. Because it helps stimulate the production of hyaluronic acid, it also has anti-aging effects. These include inhibiting the formation of and minimizing the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles, conditioning and softening skin, and making skin firmer and tighter.
Chondrus Crispus (Seaweed) Extract
Sourced from the sea, chondrus crispus extract is naturally infused with youth-enhancing nutrients that can make skin more radiant and healthy-looking. It has rejuvenating and ultra-conditioning effects that leave skin feeling refreshed and fully hydrated. Finally, its anti-inflammatory properties can soothe irritated areas while minimizing the accompanying redness and unsightly swelling.
Ferulic Acid
This organic, plant-based compound is a proven antioxidant. It delivers its anti-aging effects by fighting free radicals, which are a key cause of the oxidative stress that results in damage at the DNA level and contributes to the multiple issues that plague mature skin.
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
Like ferulic acid, skin-perfecting ascorbic acid is a potent antioxidant. It plays a key role in the synthesis of collagen, which provides essential structural support as well as a plumping effect that can make imperfections less noticeable. The highly concentrated vitamin C in ACE-FERULIC also acts as a lightening agent to fade areas of hyperpigmentation and give skin a more even, more luminous tone.
Alpha Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
Alpha tocopherol works with ascorbic acid to maximize and optimize the antioxidant effects of our easy to apply serum. Vitamin E also has remarkable protective properties that can inhibit the development of scars and age spots. This deeply penetrating moisturizer restores hydration levels to leave skin feeling revived and completely refreshed.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
These natural vitamin makes melanin, the pigment seen in age spots and other dark areas, less noticeable. Skin's ability to transfer melanin to the surface, where it can be easily seen, is inhibited. With continued use, niacinamide can effectively reduce discoloration in affected areas to give users a more flawless, more even complexion.
Panthenol (Vitamin B5)
A vitamin with remarkable rejuvenating properties, panthenol accentuates the natural healing powers of skin to provide appearance-perfecting and condition-enhancing results. This beneficial vitamin returns lost moisture to parched skin while supporting the collagen-boosting effects of Vitamin C.
Hyaluronic acid
Found beneath the skin's surface layer, hyaluronic acid is one of the compounds responsible for the dewy, plump appearance and supple yet firm texture of youthful skin. The natural supply of hyaluronic acid in the skin declines with age. Replenishing levels with an ultra-conditioning serum containing hyaluronic acid can have remarkable plumping, softening, and youth-enhancing effects.
Zinc Oxide 7%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Deionized Water (Aqua), Stearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Dilaurate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Beeswax, Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone , Diisopropyl Adipate, Hexylene Glycol, PEG-40 Stearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, PEG-20, Carnauba Wax, Dimethicone Copolyol, PVP/Eicosene Copolymer, Sorbitan Tristearate, Stearoxytrimethylsilane, Steareth-100, Laureth-7, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Phenoxyethanol, Ethyhexylglycerin, Polyacrylamide
Lather a small amount of Dermpura on your hand and massage on your face in a circular motion. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. For best results, use morning and night or as required.
After cleansing, take a small amount of Maxatone on a cotton ball and apply in upward and downward stroke over the face and neck.
Apply a few drops of Ace-Ferulic to your hands and massage into your face and neck. Allow to dry.
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Join us for a day of education and networking in Lee and Charlotte County, FL. Join RFT as we visit these local composting facilities and gain valuable on site education and information.
When: Friday, May 1, 2015
Time: 10:30 am – 2:15 pm (EST)
Where: Lee County Solid Waste (5500 Church Street, Fort Myers, FL 33908) – Directions to Lee County Facility: 5500 Church Rd. From SR 29, after passing through Labelle, turn right onto Church Rd just before Felda. 6 miles and turn right at the stop sign. From the west, SR 82 from I-75 towards Immokalee, turn left on Church Rd (turn at cell phone tower), 3 miles north, gate directly in front of you at stop sign.
Synagro Charlotte County (29751 Zemel Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33955) – Directions from Lee County to Synagro Charlotte County facility – South on Church Road. Right on SR 82W. After 23 miles, turn right onto Evans Ave/Business US 41N. After 12.5 miles, turn left onto Zemel Road. In 1 mile, turn left into the last entrance of the Charlotte County Landfill (4th turn off of Zemel). The road will immediately turn right then veer to the left and right. Follow this road for 0.8 miles and the Synagro facility will be on the left. **Parking is limited, so park on the right side of the road across from the truck scale**
Registration fee: $35 for RFT Members; $50 Non-RFT Members
Tour Itinerary
- 10:30- 11:30 a.m. – Lee County Composting Facility Tour
- 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. – Lunch to be provided by RFT at Bellacino's Pizza and Grinder's and travel to Charlotte County Landfill
- 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. – Synagro's Charlotte County Composting Facility Tour
Important: PPE is required: hard hat, safety vest, eye protection and closed toes shoes. Walking will be required. Please bring your own PPE if you have it but a limited amount will be available.
What can attendees expect to experience: Attendees will be able visit Lee County to tour the facilities material receiving, pile construction, monitoring and testing, quality control practices and final product finishing. After lunch, attendees will continue the tour to see grinding operations of yard waste to mulch, receiving of bio-solids, mixing/creation of windrows, and final screening operation to produce compost product at Synagro's Charlotte County Composting Facility.
In addition, Charlotte County personnel will be on hand to answer any other questions about the landfill, C&D operation or baling operation there on the compound.
About the sponsors:
Lee County Solid Waste – Lee County began operations in 2010. Since then the facility has processed over 60,000 tons of biosolids. Most material is distributed to local agriculture. The tour will focus on the daily operations at the facility including: material receiving, pile construction, monitoring and testing, quality control practices, and final product finishing.
Synagro Charlotte County – At Synagro, we harness the power of proven technologies to create sustainable solutions for the natural waste challenges generated by civic and commercial growth. Welcome to Synagro, where the pursuit of synchronization helps people and the planet thrive.
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Latin America Trade Bulletin: Duty-Free Treatment, FTAs, EU Summit
This new bi-weekly publication offers an overview of the important regulatory and other developments affecting trade and customs throughout the region, including key markets like Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Venezuela and Peru. To receive this free publication in your inbox every other Thursday, visit our subscribe page and check "Latin America Trade Bulletin."
Export quota for wheat and flour increased
Argentina has expanded its quotas on exports of wheat by one million tons and of flour by 100,000 tons in recognition of a larger domestic harvest this year. Further expansions could be announced in the coming months. The total wheat export quota for this year is now 4.7 million tons, more than double the amount of the previous year.
New regulations will aid assessment of mad cow disease in imported goods
The Argentinean government has issued a regulation to assess whether imports of live animals, animal reproductive material, animal products, and products containing animal products may be affected by bovine spongiform encephalopathy, commonly known as mad cow disease. Argentina has adopted the risk status categories published by the World Organization for Animal Health (negligible, controlled and undetermined BSE risk) and implemented certain requirements regarding import verification and testing.
AD duty order on ceramic sanitary fixtures from Brazil could be revoked
Argentina has initiated a sunset review of its antidumping duty order on Brazilian ceramic sinks, washbasins, washbasin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet bowls, flush tanks, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures classified under NCM 6910.10.00 and 6910.90.00. This review will result in either the continuation or revocation of the order.
FTA with Thailand to be implemented soon
A free trade agreement between Chile and Thailand was approved recently by Chile's Chamber of Deputies and is expected to come into force in the near future. Once the FTA takes effect it will immediately grant preferential access to more than 90 percent of traded goods, which could further increase bilateral trade that topped $1 billion in 2014. Chile's primary exports to Thailand include copper, minerals, pulp, seafood, iron, paper and grapes, while Thailand's major exports to Chile include motor vehicles, machinery, plastics, tuna, rubber and cement.
Exports of live cattle to China increasing
Chile exported 5,000 live cattle to China in May, its third shipment of Friesian Holsteins to that country in the last six months. China is seeking to increase the per capita consumption of milk and has chosen Chile to supply live cows, mainly because of the health of the country's herd.
Additional documentation required for certain imported beverages
Chilean Customs is requiring customs dispatchers to provide additional information for certain imported beverages containing a high percentage of sugar. Specifically, importers of natural or artificial soft drinks, energizing or hypertonic drinks, syrups and substitutes, and mineral and thermal water with added coloring, flavoring or sweeteners that contain more than 15 grams of sugar per 240 millimeters or equivalent portion must provide the customs dispatcher a signed notarized sworn declaration with the nutritional content of the product to be imported. This measure is aimed at improving the collection of the additional 18 percent tax on imports of high-sugar-containing beverages.
FTA with U.S. assessed after 11 years
Trade officials from Chile and the United States recently met in Washington, D.C., to assess bilateral commercial and trade relations more than 11 years after the implementation of their free trade agreement. With the 12th round of annual tariff reductions taking effect Jan. 1, 2015, all bilateral trade now benefits from duty-free treatment and the U.S. has become the largest foreign investor in Chile as well as the fifth largest market for Chilean investment. However, the recent talks included discussion of remaining technical barriers to trade and the implementation of certain sanitary and phytosanitary measures.
Chile's General Directorate for International Economic Relations
Trade and investment discussions held with Brazil
High-ranking Chilean and Brazilian trade officials recently gathered in Santiago for the ninth meeting of the Bilateral Trade Monitoring Commission, which meets regularly to perform an in-depth assessment of economic and trade matters of mutual interest and promote bilateral trade and investment. Topics discussed at the meeting included regulatory issues in the areas of market access and investment, the World Trade Organization's Trade Facilitation Agreement, and enhanced cooperation between Mercosur and the Pacific Alliance. Representatives from the private sector held a parallel meeting to review business opportunities and explore possible joint ventures in the textile, food, metal and other sectors.
Chile's General Directorate for International Economic Relations
Congress approves FTA with Costa Rica
The Colombian Congress approved June 16 a bilateral free trade agreement with Costa Rica. Colombian products slated to benefit from duty-free treatment immediately upon the FTA's entry into force include certain textiles and apparel, pharmaceutical products, motor vehicles and automotive parts, toys, paints and fertilizer. On the other hand, coffee, oilseed, rice, sugar, beef, pork, and poultry and dairy products have been excluded from the deal. The agreement will now be reviewed by Colombia's Constitutional Court.
Colombia's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Tourism
Eight items removed from list of products afforded duty-free treatment
In August 2013 the Colombian government provided duty-free treatment for two years to a range of raw materials and capital goods not made in Colombia. The government recently excluded from that list goods classified under HTSCO 2836.30.0000, 7209.27.0090, 8422.30.9020, 8422.40.1000, 8434.20.0000, 8435.10.0000, 8441.80.0000 and 8546.90.9000. As a result, these products will be subject to a five percent duty effective July 2.
New AD investigation of footwear from China
Colombia has initiated an antidumping investigation of certain Chinese footwear with leather, synthetic or textile uppers classified under HTSCO 6402.19.00, 6402.20.00, 6402.91.00, 6402.99.10, 6402.99.90, 6405.90.00, 6404.11.10, 6404.11.20, 6404.19.00, 6404.20.00, 6405.20.00, 6403.19.00, 6403.20.00, 6403.40.00, 6403.51.00, 6403.59.00, 6403.91.10, 6403.91.90, 6403.99.10, 6403.99.90 and 6405.10.00. Parties wishing to participate in this investigation are required to make themselves known to the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism by the end of June.
New office will monitor compliance with environmental commitments in FTA with U.S.
Peru and the United States recently agreed to establish an office to address complaints that either country is failing to comply with its obligations under the environmental chapter of the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. The new office will be located at the Organization of American States headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Peru's Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism
New phytosanitary requirements for teak plants from Brazil
Peru's Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation has issued new phytosanitary requirements for teak plants (Tectona grandis) from Brazil. Importers must obtain a phytosanitary permit from the National Service for Agricultural Health (SENASA) prior to certification and shipment from the country of origin or provenance. The shipment must also be accompanied by an official phytosanitary certificate issued by the relevant authorities in the country of origin and comply with various other requirements.
R.D. Nº 0030-2015-MINAGRI-SENASA-DSV
AD duty order on U.S. biodiesel could be revoked
Peru has begun a sunset review of the antidumping duty order on pure biodiesel (B100) and mixtures containing at least 50 percent biodiesel (B50) classified under HTSPE 3824.90.9999 from the United States. This review will result in either the continuation or revocation of the order.
China offers $5 billion loan for oil projects
In the coming months Venezuela will receive a $5 billion loan from China for projects to produce oil, which accounts for 90 percent of Venezuela's foreign exchange. China has become Venezuela's main financer over the past decade, with loans of more than $46 billion to aid oil production and exports.
Foreign currency restrictions eased for exporters
Venezuela's National Integrated Service for the Administration of Customs Duties and Taxes (SENIAT) rescinded June 16 a regulation that required exporters to register in the RUSAD foreign currency management system. Authorities indicate that this action is aimed at promoting the participation of small and medium-sized enterprises in export-related activities and increasing the flow of foreign currency into the country. The government has said it intends to implement additional measures in the future to further consolidate the country's export platform.
Second CELAC/EU Summit
A summit that Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa called "very fruitful" concluded June 11 in Brussels. The summit also served as framework for a ministerial level meeting with ministers from Mercosur and the European Union in which they agreed to exchange market access offers in their long-running free trade agreement negotiations in the last trimester of 2015.


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Stiff, achy joints and brittle bones don't have to be an inevitable part of aging. Natural supplements and nutrients can help keep us strong, explains Dr. Matt Murphy, a chiropractor and practitioner at our Napa store. These remedies, along with vitamin-rich foods and exercise, can go a long way in keeping our bones and joints fit and feeling good.
Keep inflammation down
As we age we notice the after-effects of physical activity a lot more than we used to. Natural anti-inflammatories can help reduce the swelling and pain of achy joints, and may be safer than pharmaceutical NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), Dr. Murphy tell us.
"Chronic, long-term use of NSAIDS may actually damage joints, and reduce cartilage. Natural turmeric, bromelain and ginger work well to reduce swelling and related pain." Pharmaca's Turmeric & Bromelain Capsules combine the anti-inflammatory power of turmeric root extract and curcumin (turmeric's active compound) with bromelain, an enzyme found in pineapple that enhances absorption. Gaia Herbs' Ginger Supreme Caps blend ginger root extract with turmeric to ease inflammation in joints. And systemic enzymes, such as Garden of Life's Wobenzym, can also help break down inflammation-causing proteins in the joints.
Omega-3 fatty acids are another good choice for helping reduce inflammation and keeping joints lubricated. A diet that includes omega-3 rich foods is your first line of defense, but if yours doesn't include plenty of fish like salmon, mackerel or sardines, a natural omega-3 supplement like Pharmaca's Omega-3 Clinical Strength Fish Oil can help.
Repair the damage
When cartilage (the cushion in the joint) breaks down, natural supplements can help repair the damage, says Dr. Murphy. Glucosamine and chondroitin, which are found in and around the tissue that surrounds joints, have been found to help reduce pain and stimulate the repair of cartilage. MSM (methylsulfonylmethane), a naturally occurring sulfur compound, is often combined with glucosamine and chondroitin because it can slow down joint degeneration and help speed exercise recovery.
Pharmaca's MSM with Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfates has all three of these active ingredients. Glucosamine usually comes from shrimp or crab shells, so those with shellfish allergies or sensitivities can use Genuine Health's Fast Joint + Care. It uses natural eggshell membranes (NEM) that provide similar joint benefits, and studies have shown it works well in reducing pain and increasing flexibility.
Build strong bones
Women over the age of 50 (and men over 75) need to take extra care of their bones to prevent osteopenia (low bone density) and osteoporosis. "Calcium and magnesium supplements, taken with vitamin D to help absorption, are the way to go. Jarrow Formulas' Bone-Up features calcium, magnesium and vitamin D, along with boron, an essential nutrient that helps build healthy bones," says Dr. Murphy. And be sure to take calcium supplements twice a day instead of all at once for better absorption.
Dr. Murphy also reminds us to include light resistance exercise in our workout routine to increase bone density, and eat bone-strengthening foods including dairy, dark leafy greens and fish like tuna and salmon that are rich in vitamin D.


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University of Michigan
The Stone Chalet is near the University of Michigan campus and Michigan Stadium.
For the University of Michigan football schedule, click here.
You have a lot of choices when dining in Ann Arbor. Some of our favorites:
- Palio - My favorite featuring rustic Italian cuisine.
- Mezzevino - Small bites with a mediterranian flare.
- Gratzi - Elegant dining, regional Italian and wine.
- Carson's American Bistro - American, try the Prime Rib!
- Real Seafood Co. - Great Lakes catch, New England, Gulf of Mexico and local produce.
- The Chop House - A very fancy steak house where you will be pampered with service.
- La Dolce Vita - A dessert and cigar lounge at the Chop House.
You can find more restaurants dining.
Ann Arbor's museums offer fun and education for both kids and adults!
The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Parks & Gardens
If you want fresh air and nature, check out these attractions:
Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum


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When will this guy stop talking about the Rangers? It's all Rangers all the time at this blog allasudden!
I don't have a ton to say today, but I've been thinking about Andruw Jones.
First, the Dave Cameron article
Away back on May 1, I linked to an article that Cameron, one of my favorite baseball writers, wrote on April 28 called Welcome Back, Andruw (and then responded to criticism over that, Cameron did, with this piece on the usefulness of small sample sizes). My feelings on it were only insinuated in this space, but you could pretty much tell (or tell for sure if you read my comments below the initial article) that I was really skeptical about basing anything on 35 plate appearances by anybody, no matter how great those 35 were.
Since April 28? Jones has gone on being a part-time player, batting .204/.312/.463 in 253 PA to drive his season batting average from .370 to .222, his OBP from .514 to .337. He's still got tons of HR power (a rate of 39 per 162 starts). but not a lot else.
I doubt Dave will say it–after all, Jones is better than he was in 2008 (it would be hard to be worse), and, for the year as a whole, better than 2007–but he got one wrong for once. Not just with Andruw–a guy with a .300ish OBP (as he's been since the 28th) who is mostly a DH and LF just isn't a particularly useful player–but with his ruminations on small sample sizes. Line drive rates and contact rates and all that fun FanGraphs stuff are approximately as susceptible to sample size fluctuations as batting average and homers. As I pointed out in the comments to Dave's initial article, Andruw Jones had almost the exact same stretch in 2007 as he did to start 2009–but in July, not April, so nobody even noticed. Small samples are interesting, not useful. A great month should adjust our expectations for what we expect a guy's final line to look like (as I tried to do a few times very early on), but we should wait a bit more than 35 PA before we start adjusting our expectations for the rest of the season.
Second, on defense
This is just a passing thought, because I've watched Andruw just twice this year and have no idea what I'm talking about. But: he's just 32 years old. I know he's gained some weight, but has he really fallen so far in two years that he's gone from a (deserving) Gold Glover in 2007 to a DH in 2009?
I just can't believe that. First, even in 2008 when he looked completely lost and useless with the Dodgers, UZR had him as approximately an average center fielder. Second, in his limited time this year (5 games in RF and 12 in LF), his UZR has been great (doesn't mean much, but it doesn't mean nothing, either). Third, he's tried five steals in what was, let's face it, not very many times on first base, and he's only been caught once. I have to believe that he'd at least hold his own if given a chance in left, and, I mean, he's Andruw Jones. How do you not even try him in center, even once?
Now, the Rangers' D has been great (and is probably the biggest part of their success). Consider: UZR thinks Michael Young is as bad at 3B as he used to be at SS, but no one else on the team has been more than 1 run below average at any position. With Nelson Cruz and Elvis Andrus, they've got two of the best at their positions in the game, and even Josh Hamilton (who looked horrible last year) has put up a good number. But anyway, Hamilton has been hurt, and guys need rest now and then. How has Andruw gotten a total of 17 innings in the OF? Has he really lost that much at 32?
Third, a weird observation about his splits
Putting those crazy first 35 PA back into play, so for the whole season: .224/.302/.552 vs.R, .220/.380/.420 vs.L. 13 of his 17 HR have come against righties, but 20 of his 30 walks have come against lefties.
That's two totally different players. You might think a lot of guys are two different players based on their splits, but all that usually means is that one is a good player and one is a bad player. Andruw is two totally different players–of roughly equal value, but just about as different as they can be. Against righties, he's Dave Kingman; against lefties, Max Bishop.
I'm sure that's not that unusual, especially with less than a full season's worth of PA. But I thought it was kind of funny.


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Monday, August 24, 2015
small space style...
When working with a small room, feel free to use some big room ideas.
Here are 3 of my favorites!
1) You don't always have to put your sofa up against the wall. Try layering the room as well as creating some height. This helps in making a small room feel larger. The height of a pair of bookcases can also create the illusion of a taller ceiling. Plus, you have now created another space for storage. Always awesome in a small space.
2) Center the room with the largest rug your budget can afford. This helps a room that is square foot challenged appear larger. Then, define it with a great coffee table. The one in the pic is perfect for a small room since it's open and airy (giving the feeling of space). Plus, the lower shelf can be used for my favorite thing...storage.
3) By giving a room a similar color palette, there won't be too much visual noise and it this will allow for a small room to feel expansive. You can add color and pattern in smaller accessory pieces (pillows & ottomans) for a dynamic look. Also, ottomans are a great way to add extra seating without having to take up to much valuable space.
Get More Small Room Style Ideas, Inspiration Pics and Watch my Videos of BEFORE & AFTER transformations in Space Challenged Rooms HERE.
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- dstoutholcomb said...
love it. I'm transforming my family room, so I love these tidbits.
- August 24, 2015 at 3:08 PM
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