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This looks like a pool but it's actually a river flowing through the Phong Nha national park in Vietnam. If you look closely you can see the bridge we walked across as we explored the area.
So I got to talking about Vietnam today, which led me to look on my SmugMug page to show some friends a few pictures. Then I realized I had a fair few waiting to be posted.
This photo shows the entrance of Phong Nha Cave. During the Vietnam (or American, depending on who you ask) War this cave was employed as a Viet Cong military base.
To get to this cave we first had to wander to the river bank in town where we found a number of Dragon Boats lined up waiting to give tours. They gestured that we needed to go to a ticket booth to pay. Once we were paid up we set up. Most people wait to group together to save money, the dragon boats can sit at least a dozen people. It was late in the day and we didn't see anyone around so we got straight on.
Our drivers were an older couple who communicated to us entirely in gestures. You can see them in this previous post.
It's about a half hour boat ride up the river, through the jungle covered Karst formations, past a fishing village and numerous water buffalo tied up on farmland along the banks.
Around a bend we came to the entrance to the cave, a low slit in the mountainside. The rocks above were scarred by artillery as the US army attempted to seal the cave. It's amazing that the rock face held together.
Our boat ride continued inside, through narrow passageways and into large chambers full of stalagmites. When we reached the furthest point of our journey our pilots carefully turned the 30 foot long boat around in a space that only seemed 20 feet wide. They did this mostly by using their hands to push off the cave walls.
From there we were dropped on a beach inside the cave that served as a landing point for injured Viet Cong soldiers. We walked back out through the rock formations. Just before walking back outside to board our waiting boat I stopped to take this picture.
It was a treacherous walk on a rainy afternoon to Nuoc Moc's swimming hole, but our stomachs were full. We'd arrived at the nature walk of Nuoc Moc, between the Dark Cave and Paradise Cave, in the stunning Karst mountains of Phong Nha Ke Bang, to discover a typically gracious Vietnamese woman who offered us lunch. We agreed and were treated to a plate of steamed broken rice topped with fried chicken, tofu, delicious string beans, and a fried egg. It's a simple meal, but after liberal application of soy sauce and chili, it was delicious.
With full stomach's, we accepted that the light drizzle was not going to let up. We donned our rain gear, waterproofed our bags and set off to visit the Nuoc Moc swimming hole. To get there, you have to cross a number of fast flowing rivers via rickety bamboo bridges like the one you can see below. The rain made them slippery, but they seemed sturdy enough that if you wound up in the water it would be entirely due to operator error.
On the way back I asked my travel buddy to take a picture as I carried my gear across. She walked up to where I stood on the bridge to take my Iphone, photo mode ready. However, you'll notice there's no picture of me tentatively carrying my gear across a slippery, bamboo bridge. That's because, when she reached me, the bridge decided to drop what felt like meters, but was probably more like inches. This warning was well heeded and, after freezing in shock briefly, we removed ourselves from the structure at great haste.

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Most cyberbullying happens outside school hours. Parents can feel helpless with nowhere to turn. Students can feel scared – if they tell parents or teachers they might be more exposed. Or worse still they will be taken off line. Mobile phones and Facebook are their connections to their world. We used to watch TV shows so that we had something to talk about the next day at school; Countdown, Neighbours, the footy, children nowadays talk about conversations that happened on MSN or pictures someone uploaded, or who said what to whom on Facebook. Sometimes as strange as it might sound children prefer to endure the bullying than risk being cut off from their peers. So often nothing is done and the bully is free to continue or attack someone else.
We suggest the following:
- Never threaten to cut off their connection.
- Read the School Policy on Cyberbullying and discuss it with your child. This helps children understand that it is unacceptable and that they do not have to put up with it.
- Establish how long it has been happening, how often, and how much it is effecting your child. See What are the signs?
- Save all conversations, pages, images that can be used in evidence.
- Call the School, and discuss it with your child's Level Manager or Head of House. Send or email in the page.
What can the School do?
If the abuse occurs outside of School hours and off the School network the School will speak to the children involved in the abuse and make contact with the parents of those children involved. Evidence such as print outs or emails of the abuse or offensive comment or image is helpful to the discussion. The School will protect your child by attributing the finding of the material to an anonymous child or parent. In our experience, this is often this is enough to stop the activity immediately. The School may also suggest strategies such as, 'blocking' or 'deleting' the offender, changing their password, resetting their privacy settings, changing their mobile phone number and so on.
If the abuse occurs at School and/or on the School network the School will disable the child's account and an appropriate disciplinary consequence will be applied. Parents of the child will be informed and the child counselled on the expectati0ns of the School's Internet Use Policy.
If it were to continue the School may encourage you to make contact with the police.
Staff to contact:
At Buckley House
Head of Campus: Mr Russell Feben
At Plenty Campus
Deputy Head of Campus/ Head of Secondary: Ms Renata Rowe
At The Ridgeway Campus
Deputy Head of Campus/Head of Senior Years: Mr Tim Byrnes
Deputy Head of Campus/Head of Middle Years: Mrs Stella Batsanis


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City of Hope's Cytogenetics Core Facility provides an array of classic and molecular cytogenetics services, available to Beckman Research Institute researchers, City of Hope clinician researchers, as well as to non-City of Hope investigators.
Core services include cytogenetic analysis of fresh cultured specimen and established cell lines using GTG-banding or Spectral karyotyping (SKY) for human and mouse.
Fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH) assays using custom-made project-specific probes or commercially available FISH probes are performed on fresh specimen or formalin fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) specimen material. Interphase or metaphase FISH applications include human or mouse gene insertion projects, copy number classification, and detection of fusion gene rearrangements, gene amplifications or losses.
The Cytogenetics Core Laboratory Research Associates are available to help researchers plan projects, as well as design novel probe combinations and services involving conventional and molecular cytogenetic testing.


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BBA Colleges in Delhi
Delhi is considered as a hub for one of the most well renowned educational institutions and colleges dispersed all over the city. There has been witnessed a big leap in the demand of personnel in the field of management over the last 20 years.
These colleges focus their curriculum on developing the managerial skills of the management aspirants so that they are ready to meet the professional needs of the management industry. BBA colleges in Delhi build leadership qualities, managerial skills and the essence of what team work is all about. Some of the best BBA institutes in Delhi are known for providing cream professionals to the management industry.
In order to secure a seat in any of the best BBA colleges of Delhi a candidate is required to qualify an intense common entrance exam followed by a personal interview in most cases. The eligibility criteria differ from one college to another.
List of BBA Colleges in Delhi
Advance Management Institute
Plot No. 113, Hargovind Enclave, Karkardooma, Shakarpur, Delhi -110092, Phone: 011-22372233
Anupam Institute of Management
Laxmi Bazar Complex, Madan Puri Road, Gurgaon, Delhi-122001, Phone: 0124-4116111
Asian Institute of Management Studies
Plot No. B 6/2, First/Second, Ramesh Nagar, Ramesh Nagar H.O., Delhi -110015, Phone: 011-2545492
Atis Business School
H. No. 509, Vikasdeep Commercial Complex, 5th Floor, Laxmi Nagar, Delhi -110092, Phone: 011-22453348
Institute of Management and Technology
Tigaon Road, Faridabad, Delhi -121001, Phone: 0129-2229137
International Management Centre
B 48, South Extension Part I, Delhi -110049, Phone: 011-24626446
Ishan Institute of Management and Technology
219, Hans Bhawan, Bahadur Shah, Zafar Marg, Indraprastha H.O., Delhi -110002, Phone: 011-23379988
Sharda Group of Institutes
B 6, South Extension Part II, Delhi -110049, Phone: 011-26262992
Skyline Business School
Hauz Khas Enclave, Hauz Khas, Delhi -110016, Phone: 011-26864848


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SEOUL, Jul. 17 (Korea Bizwire) — The ranks of the missionaries of Korean culture are growing increasingly diverse in delightfully unexpected ways.
In Chicago, a social gathering of Koreaphiles called the Chicago Korean Language Meetup Group was started by one Daniel Richardson, who became the founding member upon his return from his travels in Korea. Now headed by organizer Sherri Ter Molen, the group's page on meetup.com currently shows 1,847 registered members who "meet up" to partake, share, and discuss all things Korean. The majority of the members are non-Koreans.
When planning their get-togethers, the organizers contact the Korean consulate for information on local events. Thanks to their efforts and their extensive involvement in the community, local news outlets point out that Chicago Korean Language Meet Up Group is a major factor in increasing participation for Korea-themed events.
For those interested, the group also offers Korean lessons for the educationally inclined and holds movie nights at cinemas screening Korean films or at private venues.
Even the Korean drinking culture is embodied in group dinners at Korean restaurants. As it is in Korean custom, when drinking soju, shots are filled in order and the younger members hold out their shot glasses with both hands.
The group is free to join, but members pay out of their own pocket for all activities. Organizers accept contributions and run an online gift shop (http://www.cafepress.com/giftsofkorea) that sells a variety of Korea-themed paraphernalia.
Moren, who also has a Korean name (Kim Min Hwa), said she became interested in Korea after her aunt adopted a Korean child. In 1995, she set off for Korea as an English teacher and she was hooked by the unique and perplexing foods and culture she encountered.
Besides being the chief organizer of the Chicago group, Moren is also working on her Ph.D. dissertation. Appropriately, it will be a study on non-Korean fans of "Hallyu" and a deep dive analysis of their spending patterns on Korean cultural products.
In her own words, Moren has been a staunch proponent of Korean culture for a long time. She said, "Being able to share my love of Korea with other like-minded people is something that makes me very happy and continues to push me forward."
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Thursday, September 29, 2011
My Grandpa
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Over-committed, but not Un-inspired . . .
Here I am sitting on my make-shift porch, having a flash-back to another point in my life. At this point it my life, I was also planning to apply to school, I was learning a new situation, and surrounded by new people. Hmm. It was also right around this time of year. It blows my mind that the time I am referring to was truly three full years ago. I can look back into it like it was yesterday. The same weather, the same kind of feelings . . .
Then here is something to ponder; the role of flux. I have been spending a lot of work and thought time, in the last couple of years, pondering how to keep my life from fluxing so much, thinking that 'stability is best.' Yes, this idea about stability might be true. An amount of predictable-ness I am sure provides for even footing and ability to look beyond. That calls into question what is meant by 'predictable-ness.' I could present a new word here, and likely just reach the playing-ground that I need to determine the meaning for that word too.
What I think it comes down to is the fact that different concepts play well for different people. Doing the 'StrengthsFinder' for work really helped me clue in on the fact that all too many people, including myself, tend to focus on our weaknesses instead of strengths. In my case, in relation to stability, this often men that I have been giving myself shit for not being able to find one full-time job that I want to be in. I think I need to stop giving myself shit and embrace the fact that I thrive when put into many situations in a given time period. I LIKE to work a lot of places, and can organize the ability to do that. That said, I also always need to be cognizant of when I may be pushing that ability too far. On the opposite side, people who use their strengths best when focusing in on just one thing likely need to watch themselves to be sure that they are not stagnating in the face of having no new influences in their lives.
It seems that this process of embracing self is going to be happening for quite some time. In fact, harking back to my story about the co-op lady; it probably never will happen, and anyone who tells you otherwise is full of it. It seems that this will be a life-long process. If you pay any attention to the things you like about others (and you probably should J), you will likely spend your whole life warding off the tendency to try and figure out how to be more like them. It's certainly a great idea to try and emulate within yourself the things you like about others, it just seems really crucial you are in fact trying to emulate rather than be.
Here is a personal example; I find a lot of strength in always looking forward and planning toward the future. It keeps me, and often the people around me, motivated and excited for the next step. I can capitalize on this strength when put in brainstorming and creative direction roles, which is something I am trying to do more of. I can supplement this strength by asking myself to more often enjoy what is happening to me in the moment. Like right now, there is a small, breeze, the gental hum of a plane overhead, the wiz of an air-conditioning unit, chirping, and a nice grass smell. Noticing all this together is almost overwhelming me, both with the use of so many senses at once, as well as the thought that this kind of observation is available to me at any time, in any place.
So, over-committed but not un-inspired. Seems to be the way that I like my life. Chill with it.


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More than a dozen people are homeless after fire guts a garage and a four-unit Oceanside apartment building.
The fire, which broke out around 5 p.m. in the two-story building on El Camino Real, displaced an extended family of 15 that lived in three units and two other tenants from the fourth, according to the North County Times.
Edward Hernandez, a 14-year-old El Camino High School student, told the paper that he was playing video games with his cousins at their neighboring apartment when he smelled smoke.
As the smell got stronger, he went outside to investigate and noticed heavy smoke coming from under the garage door. He ran back into the apartment, called 911, and also told his cousins to get out of the house, he said.
When a neighbor opened the garage door, Edward said raging flames inside frightened him.
"I thought it was going to blow up," he said later in the night as he and his large family huddled in the driveway watching firefighters rake through noisome ash and debris.
No one was hurt. The Red Cross was called to help find shelter for the residents and a cat. Read more in the full article in the North County Times.


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Furthering its mission to provide students with high quality programs and leading-edge technology, Ashford University will unveil the Forbes School of Business in a private ceremony on Thursday, December 12.
"We are very excited to introduce the Forbes School of Business," said Dr. Richard Pattenaude, president and chief executive officer of Ashford University. "The alliance between Ashford and Forbes will enhance the educational experience for our business students and provide them with many new benefits."
During the ceremony, remarks will be given by Dr. Pattenaude, Forbes Media chairman and editor in chief Steve Forbes, Bridgepoint Education president and chief executive oficer Andrew Clark, and Forbes Media president and chief executive officer Mike Perlis. Following the remarks, all four speakers will participate in a ceremonial signing to formally introduce the new school.
The formation of the Forbes School of Business brings together Ashford University's established business curriculum and Forbes Media's global resources, curated talent, and high quality content.
Students of the Forbes School of Business will gain online access to a vast trove of Forbes resources dating back almost a century. Forbes' contributors may also be available to serve as guest lecturers, sharing their expansive knowledge with Ashford's online students. Other benefits for Forbes School of Business students include invitations to unique speaker series, and webinars featuring business experts from Forbes' roster of approximately 1,200 international contributors.
About Ashford University
Achievement belongs to all of us at Ashford University. By offering a traditional college campus as well as online degree programs, Ashford meets the diverse needs of individuals pursuing integrity in their lives and in their communities. Students may earn an associates, bachelors, or master's degree online, while campus students in Clinton, Iowa may earn a bachelor's degree. Whether on campus or online, Ashford students enjoy the same supportive community. For more information, please visit ashford.edu or call Shari Winet, Vice President of Public Relations, at 858.513.9240 x2513.
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Forbes Media LLC, publisher of Forbes magazine and forbes.com, is an authoritative source of news and information on business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles. Through October 2013, Forbes.com, a leading business website, reached 28 million unique visitors, according to comScore worldwide. Forbes magazine, Forbes Asia and Forbes Europe attract a global audience of more than 5 million readers. The Forbes magazine iPad app merges the power of print storytelling with social sharing and the Web. The Company also publishes ForbesLife magazine, and has 31 licensed local editions around the world.


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Plan for new turf track and casino moves a big step closer
Chelmsford City racecourse is a major step closer to fulfilling ambitious dreams that will include a new turf track on the inside of the existing all-weather racing surface after planning permission was granted for a casino to be included in a major new complex.
The development, by coincidence announced almost simultaneously with the stunning news concerning plans for Kempton's closure and a proposed new all-weather track at Newmarket, will create the UK's first Racino, a concept that has proved crucial to the viability of many racecourses in the States and other parts of the world.
Work could begin as early as next year on the turf track and on a new five-storey grandstand on the outside of the course which will house the casino and for the first time offer spectators a view of the entire track.
The existing grandstand, which unusually is placed inside the racing oval, will remain in place, offering additional hospitality facilities for racing and other events.
The new plans will enable the racecourse, which has gone from strength to strength since it was rebranded, to offer leisure and banqueting facilities 365 days of the year. It is claimed it will also make Chelmsford the first racecourse in Europe to offer floodlit racing on turf.
A turf track featured among the original plans for Great Leighs. It will inevitably be tight, since the all-weather track measures only a mile and half a furlong, and there will be logistical issues to overcome before it is passed by the BHA.
Trainer Marco Botti, the first in Newmarket to offer a reaction, was not enthusiastic about the concept and said: "I don't really see the need for it and it would be a bit tight in any case. We do well at Chelmsford and it's better as it is, just all-weather."
However, the new consortium which owns the racecourse, headed by Betfred boss Fred Done, is keen to bring turf racing at Chelmsford to fruition.
Racecourse chairman Joe Scanlon, who is looking forward to staging Group races and mixed meetings one day, said: "Over the course of the last few years the leading casinos across the world have been changing into multi-purpose complexes offering a full range of facilities to complement their gambling options.
"Here at Chelmsford City Racecourse we will be the first to offer a fully integrated racecourse 'resort' or leisure destination with entertainment. It's fantastic news."
Scanlon is not concerned about the impact plans for all-weather racing at Newmarket might have on Chelmsford.
He said: "On balance I can see quite a lot of positives. Newmarket is only a skip and a jump from here and I can see our area developing into a centre of excellence for all-weather racing. We're keen to introduce start-up opportunities for trainers here and there would be obvious benefits in terms of low-cost transport and so on."
Scanlon added: "We want to have Group racing here and mixed meetings under floodlights, and we support anything that raises the profile of all-weather racing."
'Bigger and better support'
Managing director Phil Siers said: "A leading development like this can only lead to bigger and better support for our racetrack. We look forward to the day we are offering a minimum prize fund of £100,000 per meeting and regular turf and all-weather racing for our horsemen, trainers and owners alike, who have supported us through the transitioning of Chelmsford City to a leading racetrack."
Siers acknowledged entrepreneur John Holmes has played a key role in gaining consent for the casino in his new position of planning director.
Holmes, the man behind the original development of the former Essex County Showground as Britain's first new racecourse in 81 years, said: "The grandstand project is as exciting now as it was when first envisaged and has not dated in that time.
"Completion of the scheme will enable Chelmsford City Racecourse to take its place among the top tracks in the world. The floodlit turf track accompanying the grandstand will provide Britain with its first facility of this kind."


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The Pericardiocentesis
January 4, 2017
When I'm stabbing people in the chest to relive them of their pericardial tamponade, I like to know exactly where my needle is going. I also like to know that my needle is aiming for the biggest fluid pocket and going through the least amount of other tissue. Learn how to do this with ultrasound in this weeks video:
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Located within the Fairway Market, this Red Hook café offers two not-to-be-missed attractions. The first is its lobster roll, which connoisseurs will be pleased to learn gives pricier competitors a run for their money. The second is its stunning views of New York Harbor, allowing diners—from tables inside or on the enclosed outside patio—to enjoy their meals while taking in views of passing ships and the Statue of Liberty. Be sure, before concluding your visit, to have a look at the vintage trolley cars just outside; a rusting ode to Red Hook's streetcar past.
480-500 Van Brunt St.Brooklyn, NY 11231
(718) 254-0923
Hours: 8am–8pm daily
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These doors are made from Birds-eye maple inside a walnut frame, showing the level of craftsmanship available to our customers. The table is also handcrafted by Borrelli. This job was done in the 90's and is still in excellent condition to this day. If you choose Borrelli you are choosing timeless cabinetry.


text: Dynamic Statement Cache In A Nutshell Bill Arledge Principal Consultant, Technical Sales CA Technologies St. Louis CMG Meeting August 23, 2011 What Will We Talk About? — Some SQL Tuning Fundamentals — Dynamic SQL in More Detail — Introduction to DB2 Statement Caching — Mining for Gold in the Global Statement Cache SQL Tuning Fundamentals DB2 Optimizer Determines SQL Performance (Initial SQL Statement Text DB2 Configuration Hardware Configuration OPTIMIZER TABLE Schema Definitions Catalog Statistics Tablespace DB04.TS1 Index App1.Index1 Access Path To the Data SQL Tuning Fundamentals Access Path Selection Static SQL › Access path determined at bind time – better performance For Dynamic SQL › Access Path Selection determined at execution – Exceptions to the rule – That's the PREPARE – Exceptions to the Rule • KEEPDYNAMIC bind option • REOPT (VARS) or (ALWAYS) – Access path determined at run time for those statements with host variables or parameter markers – Holds prepared statements across commits to avoid cost of re-preparing statement • PREPARE(DEFER) – Option useful in distributed environments for reducing message traffic › Authorization for execution at the plan/package level › Qualifiers passed via host variables › SQLJ provides for bound static SQL in Java applications DB2 Configuration Hardware Configuration • Global Dynamic Statement Cache – Maintains Skeleton of prepared statements › Build and execute SQL on the fly › User requires authorization to all accessed › objects Parameter markers for passing variables SQL Statement Text OPTIMIZER TABLE Schema Definitions Catalog Statistics Tablespace Index App1.Index1 DB04.TS1 Access Path To the Data Trends in the Marketplace Static vs. Dynamic SQL —Dynamic SQL is > 50% of the workload at many shops —What's drives dynamic SQL usage? − Dynamic SQL offers flexibility that can simplify developing complex applications − New applications being developed on distributed platforms using connections that only support dynamic SQL • DB2 CONNECT, etc. − ERP applications implemented with dynamic SQL • SAP, PeopleSoft, Siebel − New applications being developed on distributed platforms • New developers are much more familiar with GUI and/or web-based programming environments and don't even sign on to the mainframe –More Java and C++ SQL Fundamentals - Static SQL CURSOR Processing — Data access requirements well defined and predictable – Define the Cursor Host variable defined In working storage – Open the cursor – Fetch the rows from the result set – Close the cursor SQL Fundamentals - Dynamic SQL — Data access requirements are ad hoc in nature and identified on the fly − SELECT Operations Parameter marker provides placeholder for later substitution At Cursor OPEN the variable value will be substituted Dynamic SQL Considerations The PREPARE › Repeated PREPAREs drive up the cost of dynamic SQL – Prepared statements by default are not persistent across UOWs – Prepare costs vary widely but are significant › Key requirement from anyone developing dynamic SQL applications to reduce or eliminate the cost of preparing dynamic SQL statements – Driven initially by SAP and other ERP vendors – More in-house dynamic SQL applications drive this requirement › Enter Dynamic Statement Caching Introduction to Dynamic Statement Caching › Goal is to reduce or eliminate SQL Prepare operations required for dynamic SQL statements › Implementation – Four kinds of caching • • • • No caching Local Dynamic Statement Caching Global Dynamic Statement Caching Full Caching – Cache prepared SQL statement and statement text for dynamic SQL statements in DBM1address space • Local Statement Cache • Global Dynamic Statement Cache – Controlled by various parameters • Bind options • DSNZPARMs • Application constructs Dynamic Statement Caching No Statement Caching — Prepared statements do not persist across commits − Discarded at commit − Except for statements defined with CURSOR for HOLD — Default mode of operation − Full Prepare has a high cost Program RRS01 Thread Storage Prepared Statement STMT2(Version 1) Prepared Statement STMT2(Version 2) •No prepare returns -514 or -518 Dynamic Statement Caching Global Statement Caching — Allows reuse of prepared statements across UOWs − Within and across program executions − Prepared statement (SKDS) cached in global dynamic statement cache • Copied into local storage when possible • Short Prepare — Enabling global statement caching − CACHEDYN=YES DSNZPARM value − Storage allocation discussed later — Big benefit for applications with frequent reuse of dynamic SQL − Benefits with no coding changes required Program RRS01 RRS01 Local Thread Storage Prepared Statement STMT2(Version 1) SKDS SKDS Global Statement Cache Program RRS01 SKDS Prepared Statement STMT2(Version 1) RRS01 Local Thread Storage Dynamic Statement Caching Where Cached Statements can be Reused —Statement text must be 100% the same −Use parameter markers −Literals won't work (usually) —Additional items must be 100% the same or compatible − Bind rules −Special registers −Authorizations −Others —You may not get any benefit out of the dynamic statement cache at all −Most likely to benefit if you using an ERP or some other application that uses dynamic SQL extensively Dynamic Statement Caching Prepare Costs — Full Prepare − Statement not in cache − Global statement caching not active — Short Prepare − Dynamic statement (SKDS) in the global cache − Global caching active — Avoided Prepare − Local and global caching active Dynamic Statement Caching EDM Pool in DB2 9 DBM1 – Database Services Address Space DBDPOOL DBDs DBDs SKCT SKPT CT PT GLOBAL STATEMENT CACHE SKDS EDMPOOL ›Portions of runtime components EDMPOOL SKDS CT SKDS PT moved above the bar –Plan and package skeletons above the bar – Bound/Prepared DML Statements • Statement Text • SQLDA DESCRIBE output • Portion of native SQL PL package – Portions of static SQL sections 2GB Bar (CT/PT) are moved as well ›Further reduces VSC in the DBM1 address space ›Constraints still exist Dynamic Statement Caching EDM Pool in DB2 10 DBM1 – Database Services Address Space DBDPOOL DBDs ›Portions of runtime components EDMPOOL DBDs SKCT SKPT CT PT GLOBAL STATEMENT CACHE SKDS SKDS SKDS EDMPOOL Minimal thread storage moved above the bar –Plan and package skeletons above the bar – Bound/Prepared DML Statements • Statement Text • SQLDA DESCRIBE output • Portion of native SQL PL package – Portions of static SQL sections 2GB Bar (CT/PT) are moved as well ›Virtual eliminates VSC in the DBM1 address space ›90 % of thread storage now above the 2GB bar Dynamic SQL Statement Caching DB2 Cache Statistics (from the DB2 Statistics record) Requested statement was found in cache (nearly best case) • Short Prepare • Higher the better Statement Not In Cache (worst case) • Full prepare • Should be low depending on dynamic workload Prepare Avoided Specific for Applications bound with KEEPDYNAMIC(YES) • High is good Statement Discarded Shoot for 0 Increase MAXKEEPD if > 0 The Global Dynamic Statement Cache More Details — Dynamic Statements − Inserted in the cache if: • CACHEDYN=YES – Global Cache is active — Bind Options Impact on the cache − REOPT ALWAYS – prepared statements aren't placed in the cache − REOPT ONCE - Prepares the statement the first time the statement is executed with host variables available at that time − REOPT AUTO – DB2 9 feature where DB2 will examine the host variable values and will generate new access paths only when host variable values change and DB2 has not already generated an access path for those values − REOPT NONE – DB2 will not re-optimize the SQL at run time — Cached statements reside in the cache until: • • • • DROP or ALTER of any object Authorization Revoked LRU - Least Recently Used RUNSTATS Retrieving Data From the Global Cache — As shown previously − Statement caching performance data in DB2 statistics records − Metrics show details about cache hit ratios and other useful data points that help you evaluate overall performance of your statement caches — For more detail on Global Statement Cache usage the following instrumentation is provided − IFCID 316 – Provides details on statements in the cache • First 60 bytes of SQL text • Includes execution statistics (0 if not being collected) − IFCID 317 can then be used to retrieve the entire SQL statement from the cache once you have identified the statement of interest — EXPLAIN STMTCACHE − V8 feature that exports Dynamic Statement Cache information to the DSN_STATEMENT_CACHE_TABLE − Nearly identical to the detail in IFCID 316 & 317 − Multiple options including ALL, stmt-id, and stmt-token Reviewing Global Statement Cache Information IFCID 316 Results •First 60 Bytes of SQL Text IFCID 317 gives full text •Bind Options •Statement Statistics (more later) Reviewing Global Statement Cache Information IFCID 317 Results • IFCID 317 returns the full text of the SQL statement • Notice that the two statements are functionally equivalent but have different formatting • 2 statements in the cache Reviewing Global Statement Cache Information Literals vs. Parameter Markers • In this example we have multiple statements in the cache that are exactly the same except for the literals used in the statement • What's the downside • No re-use of the prepared statement so more CPU • Other statements in the cache may be tossed out if many of these statements run in a given period of time DB2 10 Dynamic Statement Cache Enhancement — Literals vs. parameter marker issue mitigated using new CONCENTRATE STATEMENTS WITH LITERALS clause − Can be added to the PREPARE Statement − Can be set in JCC driver on the client side • enableliteralReplacement='YES' − ODBC initialization file in z/OS can set LITERALREPLACEMENT — Sequence of events − Incoming SQL with literals is looked up in the cache (DB2 9 behavior) − If not found, literals are replaced and the new SQL is searched for − If not found, new SQL is prepared and stored in the cache. — Actual literals are stored in the cache as well Mining the Dynamic Statement Cache EXPLAINing the SQL — EXPLAIN STMTCACHE ALL − Inserts one row for each entry in the global DSC • Populates DSN_STATEMNT_CACHE_TABLE only • STMT_ID column matches the Unique ID in the global statement cache • Nearly exact match to the DSC with a few additional columns • COLLID set to DSNDYNAMICSQLCACHE — EXPLAIN STMTCACHE STMT_ID − Extracts a single statement from the global DSC • Populates PLAN, DSN_DYNAMIC_STATEMNT, DSN_STATEMENT, and DSN_FUNCTION tables if they exist • Access path is current access path for statement in the cache • Numeric literal or host variable from program — EXPLAIN STMTCACHE STMTTOKEN − Extracts a group of statements from the global DSC • Populates PLAN, DSN_DYNAMIC_STATEMNT, DSN_STATEMENT, and DSN_FUNCTION tables if they exist • Access path is current access path for statement in the cache • Based on STMT_TOKEN value in the cache • Alphanumeric literal or host variable in program Reviewing Global Statement Cache Information IFCID 318 › Execution statistics for › › › dynamic SQL statements Turn on collection with Monitor trace IFCID 318 – Begins collecting statistics and accumulates them for the length of time the monitor trace is on – Stop Monitor trace resets all statistics – 2-4% overhead per dynamic SQL statement stored in the cache Recommended approach – Run the trace only when actively monitoring the cache Use EXPLAIN STMTCACHE to externalize data for evaluation Summary — Dynamic SQL is a major part of many workloads − ERP Vendors − Distributed applications — DB2 offers multiple options for reducing the overhead traditionally associated with dynamic SQL — These options include multiple types of statement caching − Local statement caching − Global statement caching − Full statement caching — DB2 9 and 10 both introduced new functionality to enhance dynamic statement cache usage


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My Snapple Cap Real Fact of the Day – Number 11
I drink a Snapple Peach Tea everyday... just LOVE it! Not only do I like the beverage but I feel as though I am learning from the Snapple College of Random Knowledge. Check out today's random fact.
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As I write this post on Sunday Dinner traditions, I'm sitting on my back porch with my feet up. If I wanted to, I could see and hear a football game on the television from where I sit.
It is the first day that it actually feels like Fall here in Houston. It's finally not so hot and humid that you break out in a sweaty mess the minute you walk outside.
It feels marvelous.
I've given up on getting my kids to come outside and decided to just enjoy the peace and quiet all on my own. [Read more…]


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Indy Eleven, made a smashing debut last Saturday night at Michael Carroll Stadium. Over 11,000 people attended the match. The place was rocking. The Brickyard Battalion was in full voice. And while the match ended in a draw, the Boys in Blue showed well. We were there, and we had fun...lots of fun.
And you might (or might not) have noticed that we're moving our semi-annual tailgate festivities to a new venue: Indy Eleven's Lot A. We'll be tailgating there starting at 4:30pm this Saturday, April 19. And we would like you to join us. We want you to join us even if you don't plan to go to the game. Just come, hang out, share some beer and food, and chat. If you do decide to head into Carroll Stadium to see what the fuss is all about, all the better.
For full details on the event, please read this post, which includes the ground rules for the tailgate.
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Published at Saturday, March 14th, 2020 - 04:09:23 AM. Bedding. By Thierry Giraud.
If you have a small bedroom, or if you just want to free up space, you should look into getting a loft bed. With standard beds, a lot of space is wasted. Beds have a large footprint, and there's just not a lot you can do with the space above a bed. You can use the space under your bed for storage, but often this space is small. And underbed storage is different from having a functional, usable space. With loft beds, the footprint of your bed is basically reduced to zero because the area that the bed occupies can still be put to other uses.
There are several health benefits from adjustable beds. Adjustable beds ease swelling of the legs or edema and ease back pain. They relieve soreness of the body and sooth next and shoulder tension. They also offset acid reflux and nighttime heartburn. They provide relief for certain parts of the body such as the neck, the spine and the knees. Adjustable beds are especially useful for people who have degenerative spondylolisthesis, osteoarthritis, spinal stenosis, asthma, phlebitis, varicose veins, back pain or neck pain. They are also ideal for people who have just undergone surgery. Adjustable beds also make it easier to get in and out of bed; relieve the heart muscle to make breathing easier; soothe stomach muscles and aid in proper digestion; and are also ideal for passive back stretching, etc. Some adjustable beds also have built-in massaging motors in the automatic as well as manual modes.
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Butter…and then some more!
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"Butter…and then some more!"
I enjoyed my stay in the farmhouse,
Just me, and Bertie and Lisa and her pet mouse.
We'd play by the old mill-pond
Bertie was Blofeld and I'd be Bond.
Lisa kept to herself up in the farmhouse,
She's sit around and play with her pet mouse.
Meanwhile outside beside the old gravel pit
Bertie and I would lay on our backs and spit.
As the summer ground on and the farmhouse got warm
Lisa appeared from out of our dorm.
Her pet mouse, his name was something like Clover
Was quickly eaten up by the old farmdog Rover.
I enjoyed my stay in the farmhouse,
Just me, and Bertie and Lisa and her dead pet mouse.
I'd be a vicar, Bertie was Yul Brynner
Lisa mourned as Clover became Rover's Sunday dinner.
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Canadian singer and recording artist Carly Rae Jepsen, announced that she is almost finished her debut album. The singer revealed about her first US album while talking to the reporters and also her first release on Justin Bieber's label. Jepsen said, "At this point, my record is almost finished". The singer also said that she […]Read more
It is time for American singer, Jennifer Lopez to hit the road with fresh set of her global Dance Again Tour. New dates have been added for the countries like Russia, Europe and Middle East. At present the singer is in South American and the new set will begin on October 5 in Lisbon and […]Read more
American singer and song writer R Kelly was forced to cancel his big time appearances on New York TV shows this week, which include 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon' and 'Today'. The singer had to return to Chicago to seek medical treatment. Report say that Kelly is suffering from complications related to last year's surgery […]Read more
American singer Lady Gaga's studio version of 'Glitter and Grease' has leaked on the internet. The track was the only jam that was not released and was performed by the singer on her Monster Ball tour in the year 2010. The little monsters had then pressurised Gaga to drop the studio version in some form […]Read more
In some great news for the Kanye West fans, the rapper has finally revealed the release date of his G.O.O.D Music Compilation 'Cruel Summer'. West has announced August 7 as the release date of through Pusha T during an interview with Hot 97 personality Funkmaster Flex. The album and West's short film share the same […]Read more
In some disappointing news for the fans of the Swedish House Mafia, the trio has announced to call it quits for good. The group on June 23, announced through their official website that their next tour will be their final one. The message on the website said, "Today we want to share with you that […]Read more
British recording artist Lily Allen on June 21 thrilled her fans by hinting that she soon returning to her world of music and will soon be coming out of retirement. The 27 year old announced in the year 2010 that she was leaving the music industry. But in some surprise for her fans, the singer […]Read more
American singer and actress Katy Perry is now considered as one of the best singers in the music industry. The 'Wide Awake' singer is also one of the best selling artists of the modern era and will be making good use of her experience and wisdom in to a proper business. Perry is now all […]Read more
American singer and singer Pink in a video in June 19, 2012 announced that she will be returning with the video 'Blow Me One Last Kiss'. The singer revealed that it is very exciting and has written the provocatively titled track Greg Kurstin. Pink said, "I think you're going to like it, because I really […]Read more
It has been a long time when Nicki Minaj's Summer Jam 2012 was abruptly cancelled, but then no one heard from Lil Wayne why he pulled out his appearance from the show. Minaj had then even felt insulted by Radio personality Peter Rosenburg who called her chart topping song 'Starships' a wack song while introducing […]Read more


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Bart Craytor
criminal defense attorney in Texarkana, Texas
Bart Craytor is a criminal defense attorney in Texarkana with more than two decades of legal experience. During that time, he has handled thousands of different cases, giving him a unique insight into the workings of the criminal justice system. He graduated from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant, OK with two different B.S. degrees in 1984 before obtaining his Master's in 1985 from the same institution and his law degree in 1991 from the Oklahoma City University. In addition to criminal defense, he also handles cases involving personal injury. To schedule your initial case evaluation with his firm, do not hesitate to call today.
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The owners of properties are naturally inclined to be protective of their domain. That is why whenever an individual or an organization wants to apply for a lease, the property owners often require them to submit the necessary credentials which would serve as proofs of the prospective leasee's trustworthiness. If you are aiming to rent an apartment unit, a condo unit, or a corporate office unit, it would greatly increase your chances of being given the lease grant if you ask someone of authority to write a reference letter on your behalf.
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There is a difference in the quality of result you will get at different DNA testing laboratories - in the reporting of results, in the reporting of matches and in the cost. There is also a large difference in the service and support provided by the various testing companies. Please consider all 4 aspects and do your homework before you buy a DNA test!
I have personally tested at
Brigham Young University's Molecular Genealogy Laboratory: 2001 (reorganized into Relative Genetics)
Relative Genetics: 2002-5 (later sold to Ancestry.com and closed)
Family Tree DNA (FTDNA): 2004-12 (industry leader)
DNA Fingerprint: 2006 (closed after owner was employed by FTDNA)
23andMe: 2009 (autosomal block DNA with health focus)
I have observed the genetic genealogy community and the laboratories and companies that serve it since 2001. Some companies have provided consistly good test information (Family Tree DNA & 23andMe, who are still in business, as well as Relative Genetics, DNA Heritage, DNA Fingerprint, Ethno-Ancestry - who are now defunct). Some have reported suspect results too often to be trustworthy (who I won't name) and some charge outrageous fees (who I also won't name).
One company has stood head and shoulders above the others since the beginning - Family Tree DNA (FTDNA). As a part of your decision process, I encourage you to compare your options to FTDNA's offerings before you buy.
One of my genetic genealogy colleagues also has a blog and she just posted a particularly disturbing analysis of the accuracy of one company's match reporting. Read for yourself:
Disclosure - WorldFamilies has had a business relationship with FTDNA since 2004. We chose to work with them after assessing the companies who offered DNA testing for genealogical purposes.
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Vinyl Cutters
Valuecut 600, Valuecut 1300, Valuecut 1800FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS
Price, Performance, Quality
The ValueCut line of cutting plotters are ideal for home, office and professional users providing the finest cutting quality with unsurpassed tracking capabilities. Choose from one of three models to suit your needs, VC-600 (24" cut width), VC-1300 (52" cut width) or VC-1800 (72" cut width). All models come standard with a roll support system for easy handling and perfect tracking and multi-segment registration for long run cut job accuracy. The VC-1300 and VC-1800 models also come with a floor stand and media catch basket, which are both options on the VC-600 model. For price, performance, quality and service the ValueCut is the smart choice for cutting plotters.
More value for your money with the ValueCut cutting plotters from Mutoh
Standard Accessories:
|Max. Media Width
|30.3 Inches
|62.7 Inches
|74.8 Inches
|Max. Cutting Width
|24 Inches
|52 Inches
|72 Inches
|Min. Media Width
|1.97 Inches
|11.8 Inches
|Max. Cutting Length
|164 ft.
|Number of Pinch Rollers
|Acceptable Material Thickness
|0.03 Inches
|Driver Motors
|DC Servo Control
|Cutting Force
|5~600 g
|Max Cutting Speed
|60.2 inch /sec (in all directions)
|Max Acceleration
|0~1.0 mm (0.025mm/step)
|Memory Buffer
|USB 2.0 (Full Speed), Serial (RS-232C)
|Type of Command
|Mechanical Resolution
|Software Resolution
|0.025 mm
|Distance Accuracy
|±0.254 mm or ±0.1%, (whichever is greater) *3
|±0.1mm *3
|Control Panel
|LCD (20 digits x 2 lines), 14 Keys
|Number of attachable Pen
|Available Tool
|Cutter, Oil Ball Point Pen
|Operational Temperature
|Operational Humidity
|25% ~ 75%
|Power Supply
|AC 100~240V, 50/60 Hz
|Power Consumption
|Max. 110W
|Dimension(WxDxH)in *4
|36.6" x 19.3" x 16.3"
|69.1" x 26.3" x 45.9"
|85.4" x 29.5" x 45.9
|Net Weight
|72.1lbs / 37.2
|134.5lbs / 61 kg
|231.5lbs / 105 kg
|Stand, Media Basket
|2 Year Limited Warranty
- *1 - This does not assure the accuracy
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- *3 - Effective only when operated with the cutting condition and the media certified by Mutoh
- *4 - Exclude basket dimension
Foster Keencut Straight EdgeOVERVIEW FEATURES
The laser-trued Foster Keencut Straight Edge, in silver anodized aluminum, is a superb straight edge for use in marking, drawing, pen-lining, scoring or cutting. In fact it can be used with all types of hand-held tools where accuracy is required. The Safety Straight Edge is strong, precise and portable and comes fitted with two full-length grip strips to steady the straight edge and protect sensitive surfaces.
- Lightweight anodized aluminum frame
- Embedded steel edge for lasting accuracy
- Two full length silicone grip cords protect & clamp your material
- Laser-trued
- Accuracy to within 1mm
Foster Keencut Sabre Series 2OVERVIEW FEATURES
Designed to cut a wide range of sheet materials, the Sabre Series 2 offers a standard of straight, square and clean cutting. The new, high-performance cutting head design relies on strong Graphik blades with a cutting depth up to 1/2" (13mm). These unique reversible blades cater to both left and right-handed operators.
The Sabre Series 2 features a new, high- performance cutting head design that can accommodate an easy-to-change 45mm textile blade holder, Graphik blade holder and a medium-duty blade holder.
- Reversible Graphik blade for left and right handed operators
- Accuracy to within .03" over the full length of the cut
- 20 year warranty on the bearings
Foster Keencut Javelin Series 2 With Big Bench XtraOVERVIEW FEATURES
The accuracy of the Javelin Series 2 makes it ideal for cutting banner materials, pop-ups and other display materials that require precise and accurate cutting to within .008" over the full length of the cut. With this precise cutter, you can eliminate gaps and wasted material. Big Bench Xtra Constructed of strong anodized aluminum extrusions, the Big Bench Xtra creates a solid and precise cutting table and workstation. The stability of the Big Bench Xtra with individual level adjustment on each leg provides a firm and flat work surface to ensure extreme accuracy.
- Ultra-fine blade depth adjustment
- Accuracy to within .008" over the full length of the cut
- 5 year general warranty on all parts (except blades) Graphik Blades (100)
- The Big Bench aluminum table edge extrusion has a cutting base with a narrow groove
- 20 year warranty on the bearings
Foster Keencut's HSGM Hot CutOVERVIEW FEATURES
Designed specifically for fabric graphics cutting and finishing, Foster Keencut's HSGM Hot Cut offers a standard of straight, square and clean cutting.
Human errors and makeshift straight edges are now a thing of the past. The Heat Knife cuts approximately 1/4" from the edge of the Sabre cutter bar, ensuring straight line cuts in the same location every time.Speed
Your shop can accommodate today's high-demand fabric graphics - and more of them! Using the heated blades of the HSGM knifes, your operators can quickly cut and seal the edges of synthetic fabrics. Eliminate the time associated with cumbersome hand-cutting and final trimming of frayed or unraveled edges.Safety
The Heat Knife Carrier is safe to use. The heating mechanism is activated only when the spring-loaded trigger is depressed by a center post. As soon as it is released, the heating element automatically turns off. A left production stop also reduces contact between the warm Heat Knife and nearby materials.
Foster Keencut Verdi TwinOVERVIEW FEATURES
The only of its kind with two multi-substrate cutters in one, the Verdi Twin acts as a power saw and as a pneumatic utility blade cutter. No adjustments, no replacements, no tools needed. Best of all, training and installation are included, travel expenses are invoiced at cost
Multi-roller design eliminates the awkwardness associated with handling large panels and prohibits smaller panels from slipping into roller gaps.
- Belt-driven mechanism results in speed: cut panels of up to 10' in seconds.
- Saw blade automatically returns to the upper position after a cut. No need for manual adjustments.
- Dual saw and pneumatic cutting system requires no cutting head changes between materials. Just push button and cut.
- 22 mm cutting depth allows for the cutting of multiple boards at once.
- Versatile design means no cutting limitations �?on sheets of 5' x 10' or 2 x 3 meters, the Verdi can cut either the 5 or 10 foot side. Dimensions 136"H x 98.5"W x 20"D 155.5"H x 98.5"W x 20"D


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Rondebosch Craft Market
Enjoy the Rondebosch Craft Market this Saturday, 12 March 2014 from 9am – 2pm. One of Cape Town's longest existing markets, set under the trees this market has a selection of home made goods, craft stall and food and bevereages. For more information click here Community event notice brought to you by Chas Everitt Rondebosch – For


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CMT is honoring 20 of country music's top male artists from the past two decades in an all-new special, What's Your 20? 20 Greatest Men, 20 Years . The two-hour countdown show will debut on Wednesday (Aug. 10) at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
The special features all-new exclusive interviews with some of the honorees, including Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean and Keith Urban and several of their female counterparts, including Taylor Swift, Martina McBride and Miranda Lambert. The show will rank the men according to fan voting on CMT.com.
"For me, Keith Urban is my go-to for when I want a happy song," Swift says. "No one does those songs like him. It's just like he knows how to make you want to get up and dance and make a song that expresses exactly how love should feel."
Meanwhile, McBride says, "George Strait, I think, will go down in history as just one of the greatest country artists of all time."
Lambert speaks about her husband Blake Shelton, saying, "I'm glad people are starting to really notice, and his career is starting to kick into gear more than it ever has because people are starting to go, 'Wow, why did we overlook this guy?'"
Sara Evans says, "Nobody can say that Kenny Chesney didn't work his butt off for everything that he has. I mean, he worked for every single until he got to the point where he was an automatic add at radio. I admire him so much for that."
While talking about Alan Jackson, Joe Nichols notes, "Just as far as the modern era goes, I don't think there's a more perfect country traditional country singer or writer. To be able to connect in a Merle Haggard way to the common man and write song after song about just regular things, regular life and have success, I think he's one of the best."
In addition to the men listed above, the special also pays tribute to Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Brooks & Dunn, Johnny Cash, Vince Gill, Toby Keith, Tim McGraw, Willie Nelson, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Randy Travis, Hank Williams Jr. and the Zac Brown Band.


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Clicking? Popping? Locking? Sharp pain with skating or bending and rotating your hip? You may have a hip labral tear. Amongst hockey players, hip labral tears are very common due to the forceful and repetitive nature of hip flexion with skating.
The labrum is a semi-lunar cartilage structure that runs along the rim of the hip socket. It provides cushion and stability to the hip joint. Labral tears can be caused by a specific injury or with repetitive motions that cause "wear and tear" to the cartilage. Diagnosis of hip labral tears tend to be difficult due to the various surrounding muscles and structures of the hip. Diagnosis is based on history of the pain or injury, physical exam, and MRI confirmation. Patients tend to have pain deep in the groin on the side of the involved hip, which may be accompanied by a feeling of "clicking" or "locking". Hip range of motion is usually normal but presents with pain when the hip is flexed or internally rotated.
For those with persistent pain from labral tears, there are many treatment options, including physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications. At times, physical therapy and anti-inflammatories are enough for the labral tear to become asymptomatic. If conservative treatment does not alleviate the pain, arthroscopic surgery is frequently indicated. Post-surgery, you will be on crutches for two to six weeks, depending on the extent of the injury. Return to sport can vary from two to six months, again, based on the extent of the injury. Physical therapy is a key component to return to sport after surgery to improve hip range of motion and strength of surrounding musculature.
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Pirena is a major character from the Philippine fantasy series Encantadia, its sequel Etheria, and Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas produced by GMA Network. Among the four elemental Sang'gres, Pirena is the guardian of the red Gem of Fire and mother of Mira. Filipina actress Sunshine Dizon played Pirena until the third book.
Pirena also appeared in Mulawin as an accomplice of Ravenum. Her character was only seen as a ghostly image, with her face in shadow. It is quite unclear whether her appearing in humanoid form was prior to her being in a smoke form or vice versa. But Pirena had physical appearances in Mulawin: The Movie, also as an accomplice of Ravenum and the Ravenas.
2005-2006 Series
Sang'gre Pirena is the firstborn among the daughters of Ynang Reyna Mine-a. Her younger half-sisters are Amihan, Alena and Danaya. Although it was never said aloud, it soon became apparent that her father was King Hagorn of Hathoria, from whom her powers of shapeshifting and swiftness in battle are believed to have been inherited. She gave birth to Mira and exchanged her daughter with Amihan's to make sure that Lira will not become Queen of Lireo. Pirena then solved a problem involving physics. Once she answers it correctly, she will be named as the New Queen of their World. All she ever wanted was to prove that she was worthy of the Lirean throne. Pirena grew up believing that her mother and sisters did not love her. As a result, she became bitter towards her family. As the keeper of the Jewel of Fire, Pirena is the embodiment and literal vessel of fire in Encantadia. Her life force is tied to all warmth and light in the world. This was evidenced when Pirena was killed by Asval during her attempt to save Mira from Hagorn's captivity. Hagorn forced her to give up her jewel, but Pirena being courageous chose death. She ordered the jewel to remain with her even in the afterlife. Her death cursed the land of Encantadia to an everlasting winter until she could be revived.
PersonalityNaturally proud and gifted with a keen intelligence, Pirena believes that Amihan stole the throne of Lireo as well as the affections of their mother Mine-a from her. She is focused and is willing to do whatever is necessary to achieve her ends. Pirena looks upon her hand-maiden Gurna as a confidant. Though outwardly cold, Pirena is actually a kind person however, her kindness was often consumed by the brainwashing of Gurna. Impulsive and willful, Pirena is very transparent with her emotions. She is the most frank and brutally honest of the sisters, sometimes inconsiderate of the effect of her words to those around her. Because they share so many of the same personality traits, she always ends up quarrelling with the youngest of the brood, Danaya. There were a few gray areas when it comes to Sang'gre Pirena. This combined with her passionate nature, sometimes results on her being blinded by her emotions. This was especially evidenced in Asval's betrayal. When together with her sisters, Pirena often acts as the mastermind, playing the role of both analyst and cynic on all situations. Characteristic of the element of fire, Pirena is very assertive. Her bravery and ferocity in battle stems from both her Hathorian and Lirean blood. It was her decision to betray her kingdom and steal the Jewel of Fire that prompted the Ynang Reyna Minea to entrust the remaining Jewels to her three other daughters.
Appearance and Outfits
Pirena as a child had finely chopped forehead bangs that is tucked to her ears. When Pirena grew up she has a long black hair that reaches halfway down her back and brown eyes.
- In her casual outfit, she wears a long sleeveless v-neck dress colored with different shades of red with gold accents, a dark red bodice, and a golden chain in each sides of her dress and dark red boots. Her gloves are long red warmers and her arms have light red gauntlets to match her warmers. And a large crown with several jewels on her head and a gold necklace with a pendant on her neck. In some episodes the designs of her dress, warmers and gauntlets are now reddish brown.
- Usually when outside the kingdom of Lireo or Hathoria, Pirena wears a red cloak.
- In her warrior form, her long hair is tied into a ponytail. Her armor and helmet, according to the designer was made to look like it was created by a volcano, the designer added stylized textures that would remind viewers of molten lava. She wears a dark red and orange flame designed armor midriff, red short shorts with dark red and orange flame armor design in each sides and a matching dark red and orange flame designed armor boots. She also wears matching flame designed gauntlets and her bottom armor has pockets both in the left and right side where Pirena places her two daggers when not in used.
- When Pirena had successfully overthrown her sister Amihan. She wears a red and black long sleeveless dress. She often wears the Lirean crown. If she is not wearing the crown she is seen wearing Minea's tiara instead.
- When she was poisoned, Gurna adorned Pirena with a black dress.
- Starting Etheria, Pirena started using her upgraded armor. She had a small part of her hair from each sides braided. The distressed under clothing was removed and were replaced by a lengthy red fabric connected to her armor that reaches until her back. In the center of her upper armor is a brooch added and her overall look is like a general.
- When Ether reverted her back to her childhood, she wears a light red tube dress that reaches until her feet and a dark red cardigan. A thin rope forming a criss cross design is tied into the tube and another thin rope is tied unto her waist.
- After she reverted back from her childhood, Pirena wore a scarlet sleeveless v-neck top and a red skirt with a rouge colored bottom.
Encantadia: Pag-Ibig Hanggang Wakas
- Pirena wore once more her gown when she became queen of Lireo and wears the tiara of her daughter Mira as a way of remembering her by.
- When Lira returned from Devas, Pirena changed her outfit into a red gown. She wore the tiara she had as a child and her necklace from her casual outfit in Book 1.
- She still wears the same armor design as in Etheria.
Powers, Abilities and Weaponry
Powers and Abilities
- Pyrokenesis
The ability to set objects or people on fire or to supernaturally project fire and explosion from one's own being through the concentration of psychic power. She can also control the amount or height of fire and can eliminate or put out the fire by using pyrokenitic.
- Teleportation and cloaking
The primary form of transportation of Sang'gres, Pirena shared the ability to teleport to any place, or be with any person, at will. However, there are two limitations to this ability. First, it cannot be used when a Sang'gre is bound, chained, or magically imprisoned. Second, it cannot be used to teleport from Encantadia to the Human World or vice versa. This ability also grants her invisibility at will. Springing from her Etherian blood (through Minea), she used this ability during their journey to the past whenever Etherian soldiers appeared.
- Shapeshifting
Pirena has the ability to take the shape and aura of any humanoid she encounters. She used this several times within the saga's run to alter her appearance and deceive the other characters, and in one occasion, even took the form of Bathalang Emre, with divine radiance emanating from him, to make the illusion more convincing. However, this ability is useless against strong psionics as they can see right through the glamour. Both the telepath Andora and the precognitive empath Cassiopea are able to see through her illusions. Pirena received the Gift of Fire upon birth that allows her to tap into the powers of the Brilyante, granting her the ability to create and summon flameat will. Among the Sang'gres, it is she and Amihan who rely heavily on their innate and acquired elemental abilities during combat.
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Pirena wielded 2 daggers and used them in battle until the events towards the end of Etheria. Upon retrieving their abilities when the Bathalang Emre bestowed the Brilyante ng mga Elemento to the four rulers of Encantadia— Cassiopea, Meno, Aegen, and Bartimus.
Upon receiving the Brilyante ng Apoy's grace, Pirena received a boon on her arsenal as well as the twin dagger were transformed into a single broad sword.
This red gem was created when Cassiopea cleaved the Brilyante ng mga Elemento using the Kabilan into 4 independent gems that correspond to each element— Fire, Air, Water, and Earth— to prevent the warring clans of Hathors and Mulawins. The wielder of the Brilyante ng Apoy gets full access to the gem and can use it to its fullest potential. Whoever holds the Brilyante has control over the Basbas ng Apoy and is able to create or summon fire at will. On top of this, the wielder is able to bestow the Basbas ng Apoy to anyone they wish to. Due to this, both Hagorn and Mira had the limited ability to use the element of Fire when Pirena was keeping the Brilyante. The gift was later taken away by Hagorn from Mira when the former stole the gem from Pirena. Aside from its control over the element of fire, the Brilyante has the power to resurrect any denizen of Encantadia. Though this can bring anyone back to life. One example of this was Pirena reviving Kahlil as a gift to Alena.
Pirena was mentioned by Vultra when Rasmus asked why the fire mirror disappeared.She stated that even a powerful Diwata like Pirena's blessing could be outworn. In Mulawin: The Movie Pirena was more involved with the plot as she was the one who revived Ravenum and the Bwarka using the Gintong Binhi she had easily obtained from Alena. She also disguised herself as Mulagat in order to gain the trust of the Mulawins she then led them to a trap wherein Ravenas were waiting to capture them. She revealed herself after being questioned by Alwina and mocked the Mulawins for their bird like mindset. Aguiluz asked her how did she locate Ravenum's tomb Pirena then showed them Imaw's staff. After Salimbay revealed her presence Pirena tells Ravenum that her role is finished and Salimbay will continue for her. She leaves the place offscreen.
EncantadiaPirena always had the ambition of being her mother's successor as Queen of Lireo. Upon the arrival of Amihan, Pirena refused to accept Amihan as her sister; furthermore, Gurna, her dama, poisoned her mind by telling her that Amihan is up to stealing the crown of Lireo from her. Proud and cunning, she has always believed the throne was her birthright. She felt hurt and betrayed upon overhearing a conversation between Minea and Imaw in which the queen expressed that she would rather that any of her daughters ascend the throne other than Pirena. During the test to determine the true heir, she did thought the key Mine-a was referring to was the key the cloaked warrior was wearing. She and Amihan fought together and during the fight against the warrior Amihan fell off to the edge of the cliff. Pirena rushed to helped her but was reminded that Amihan is her rival so she kicked the hand of Amihan that was holding and she fell off the cliff. Pirena managed to find her way to the location of Amihan and the warrior and grabbed the key from the warrior's neck. The next day, Pirena was excited to hand Minea the key but Minea told her it wasn't the right answer and Amihan got the right answer. Enraged, Pirena had an outburst of emotions. In a last attempt to get back her birthright, Pirena challenges her mother for the throne. To aid her in the duel, Pirena steals the Jewel of fire. She would have defeated her mother if her other sisters had not intervened. Failing to get the throne, she curses Encantadia and leaves, taking the Jewel of Fire with her. Her theft made Queen Minea decide to separate the remaining gems by giving each to her other three daughters for safe-keeping.
Pirena immediately seeks an alliance with Hathoria and as a gift, used the fire gem to rekindle the fires of their forges. Hagorn, the king of Hathoria welcomed her and she joined their campaign to conquer Encantadia.Upon hearing the news that Amihan is pregnant, Pirena thought of a plan to obtain Lireo. The first step to her plan is to get pregnant and give birth at the same time as Amihan. She does this by mesmerizing a Lirean palace guard then killing him after getting what she needed. She secluded herself in Hathoria during her pregnancy. Pirena gave birth on the same day as Amihan did, she named her baby Mira. Pirena then returned to Lireo and presented herself before the young queen, pretending a sincere repentance and asking for forgiveness. Amihan forgave her, unaware of her evil plans. When no one was around Lira's room, Pirena used the opportunity to switch Amihan's baby with her own daughter. By this act, Pirena designed that it is her daughter, and not Amihan's, who will ascend to the throne. She intended to kill Amihan's real daughter but failed to do so because of the protective magic surrounding the child, the only way she could think of disposing the child is to bring it across the portal of Asnamon and leave the baby in the world of mortals where she hoped it would die. Amihan was clueless about the switch, thus, Mira herself would grow up thinking that she is Lira, the queen's daughter. Still plotting to conquer Lireo, Pirena knew she had to possess all four gems. When Alena thought that her beloved Ybarro had died, she grieved alone in the woods where Pirena took the opportunity to disguise herself as Bathala and convince her sister to give up the Gem of Water in order to alleviate her pain. To cover her tracks, Pirena wiped out Alena's memory and turned her over to the care of Hitano, a Lirean lieutenant in love with Alena, who promised to hide Alena in the woods where they would live under different identities. Thus, it was Pirena disguised as Alena that the Lireans discovered lifeless in the woods. Being the keeper of the Brilyante ng Apoy, Pirena was immune with the destructive nature of fire. She laughs as she rises from the burial without any sign of being harmed by the scorching flames. It would take years, long enough for the coming of age of Mira, before Pirena would show her true colors and Amihan discovers her treachery. The Hathors and Pirena invade Lireo and conquer it. Amihan thought Hagorn was behind the sudden invasion but Pirena appeared asking the soldiers who sided with her to wear the red sashes. Pirena then mocked Amihan for being so naive to think that she had repented for all her actions and finally acknowledges her as queen. She then revealed that she killed her true daughter. Pirena had a long battle with Amihan but she failed to defeat her because Amihan had training from her father when she was young and Amihan is the strongest warrior in the whole realm of Encantadia. She could have killed Pirena if it wasn't for Alena who was confused at that time but in the end Alena sided with Amihan because she liked her more than Pirena. Pirena was able to escape and thousands of Hathors surrounded Queen Amihan. Amihan asked Alena to escape leaving her to deal with Pirena and the Hathors alone. Pirena lost no time in declaring herself as the new Queen but in the eyes of the Diwatas, the mandirigmas and the Adamyans, Amihan still remains queen of Lireo and of Encantadia. The first thing she does is imprison Amihan and attempt to take the Gem of Air from her. Amihan would eventually escape. Pirena would discover that her troubles do not end once she becomes queen of Lireo. She had to deal with rebels led by her sisters, and her daughter Mira, who finally discovers the truth, despises her. She would get a dose of her own medicine when King Hagorn turns his back on her. Her reign was short-lived and she soon finds herself stripped of the crown, homeless and alone - with only her loyal dama, Gurna, to attend to her. Still proud, Pirena would not join forces with her sisters even though Hathoria had become their common enemy. When King Hagorn held Mira hostage, Pirena struck out on her own to save her daughter but ended up being captured instead. Asval struck her fatally and she dies without releasing the gem in her possession, thus depriving Encantadia of the benefits of fire which her jewel controls. The real Lira would embark on a quest to get her, and her jewel, back from Devas in order to save Encantadia from disaster. Hagorn also coveted the fire gem and found a way to intercept Pirena's spirit as it travelled to Devas. Hagorn won the race in reaching Pirena and grabbed the gem from her. Pirena's spirit woke up at the touch of Hagorn and through it realized he is her father.
Back from the dead, the ungrateful Pirena still refused to join her sisters and she goes back to living alone. She could remember nothing of what happened while she was in transit to Devas, and she could not pinpoint what it is about King Hagorn that is tugging at her memory. She will eventually suspect that he is her father.
The turning point in her life happened when she learned, through Imaw's magic staff, how Gurna's web of lies had made her suspicious of her mother and sisters and blinded her to the love they were willing to give her. Angry at being manipulated, she kills Gurna. Full of remorse and guilt at the havoc she brought upon Lireo, she attempted to kill herself but was prevented from doing so by her sisters, who at the time were looking for her in the forest.
This time Pirena was sincere in asking forgiveness from each of them. Danaya healed the wound Pirena inflicted on herself and the four sisters were united once again. It would have been a happy ending had it been a time of peace. Unfortunately, Lireo and its allies are still at war with Hathoria, and Pirena would lose her daughter Mira before it is over.
It is Pirena who would battle Hagorn and his armies to aid her sisters in ending the war, and at his death Pirena would get back her fire jewel and confirm that she is the daughter of the last king of Hathoria.
Pirena would go back in time with her sisters to save her grand niece, Cassandra, who was kidnapped by remnants of the lost kingdom of Etheria. Their presence in the past distorted the history of Encantadia and Pirena realizes that her own existence is threatened. Originally, Pirena was to be conceived after Etheria had fallen as Mine-a was undoubtedly loyal to her engagement with Hagorn as she pointed out to Raquim after their kiss, that they've sinned against Hagorn. Possibly, Mine-a had tried to love Hagorn but ended up being unhappy. However during the Sang'gres intervention the events immediately pushed Mine-a, her mother, closer to Raquim, Amihan's father without giving enough time for Hagorn to spent time with her. If Mine-a does not spend time with Hagorn and become pregnant by him, Pirena would not be born, and this disturbed the four Sang'gres. In order to ensure her conception, Pirena goes to Hagorn. She offers him help in finding Mine-a and Raquim, both of whom have just eloped and have fled to the forest. Summoning the elemental powers of Fire within nature, Pirena succeeds in creating a fiery circle that detects the whereabouts of both Raquim and Mine-a. Hagorn then says that he knows where the two lovers are hiding. Pirena teleports Hagorn to where Mine-a is. Raquim decided to leave Mine-a's side for a while, this gives Hagorn the chance to be alone with Mine-a. Pirena gives Hagorn a portion of her power to shape-shift into any humanoid form. She tells him that he can become anyone he desires. Hagorn then transforms into Raquim and approaches Mine-a. From this trickery, a red flower blooms which is a sign of Pirena's conception.
Due to the major changes that happened in Encantadia's history as a result of the Sanggres time-traveling, Pirena's history and age changed. Originally, Pirena was conceived during Minea and Hagorn's brief arranged marriage a few years before she became queen and divorced Hagorn.However,after the Sanggre's time travel Pirena was born just before the fall of Etheria, this time due to Hagorn's trickery. She was born a few hundred years before Minea would take over Cassiopeia's place as queen of Lireo. Minea's arranged marriage never took place in this alternate history. This makes her now a few hundred years older than her sisters instead of a few years originally.
Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hangang Wakas
A year after destroying the Kingdom of Etheria and having returned from the present, Pirena lives peacefully along with her sisters. However, when the four Herans were revived by Ether (through Cassandra's blood) and cast a plot to destroy the good relationship between the four sisters starting with Avria (disguised as Danaya) decieving Amihan and Alena that Pirena (which was controlled by Andora) has gone back to being evil so Alena and Amihan decided to lock her up in Sapiro then Pirena unaware of what she has been doing (like almost killing Alena) has been angered by what her sisters are blaming her with Danaya (Avria) convincing Pirena to decide to rebuildHathoria. Amihan (due to Avria's trickery) attempts to stop her from rebuilding Hathoria. Pirena, ends up dueling with Amihan and loses leaving her wounded. She escapes while Amihan is distracted by Azulan and was found by Andora. Andora then placed a spell on her convincing that they were her allies and her sisters were her true enemies.
In the last war of Encantadia, she confronted Hagorn at the Sapiryan front and officially tells him that she did not recognize him as her father because of the things he had done to her loved ones. She told her father that she could kill him and in an angry fit, Hagorn uses the gem of water, which Alena gave him together with her life to save Arman. As Pirena fell, Hagorn pointed his dagger at Pirena but suddenly said that he could not kill her as Hagorn stabs himself. Pirena screams "AMA!!!" (Filipino for father) and witnessed as Hagorn dies. In Hagorn's death, he gives the gem of water to her daughter telling her that he is very proud of her and removes the dagger out of him and dies leaving Pirena in tears.
She teaches and guides Queen Armea as she rules over Sapiro. After her work in Sapiro was done, she said her goodbyes to her father's kingdom, Hathoria and destroyed the kingdom using the gem of fire.
At the end of the 3rd Book, Pirena, Amihan, and Danaya suddenly disappeared from Encantadia and was never heard from again. Some "eyewitnesses" said that they saw the three reunited with Alena and they play together in the sky, hopping around clouds.
Appearance transformation
Weapon forging and repairingBecause her father is a Hathor, Pirena inherited the skill and knowledge of forging and repairing weapons. Thus she is capable of making and fixing any weapons.
- (To Hagorn) "Hindi ko aakalain na muli kitang makikita, ama. Hindi ko rin aakalain na gagamitin ka ni Ether bilang kaaway ng aking lahi. (I never expected that I'll see you again, father. I also didn't expect that Ether will use you against my race. (Book 3, Episode 24)
- (To Hagorn) "Hindi niyo na ako mapipilit bumalik sa kasamaan bagkus kayo ang hihikayatin kong bumalik sa liwanag. (You won't be able to force me to return to evil rather I will be the one to persuade you to return to the light. (Book 3, Episode 24)
- (To Hagorn) "Hindi ama, alam kong may kabutihan pang natitira sa kalooban mo. Nakita ko at nasaksihan ko 'yan nang kaming magkakapatid ay bumalik sa nakaraan, sa panahon na buo pa ang Etheria. Nakilala kita nung bata ka, ibang Hagorn ang nakilala ko, isang Hagorn na may mabuting kalooban. Alam ko rin na labis kang nasaktan dahil sa pagtataksil na ginawa ni Aldo Raquim at ng aking ina ngunit ama, napakatagal na panahon na nangyari 'yun! Kalimutan mo na ang naganap, ibalik mo na ang dating Hagorn na nakilala ko noong bata ka. Gustong-gusto kitang makapiling, gusto kong pareho nating pamunuan ang Hathoria ng mapayapa. Kaya sana, bumalik ka na sa liwanag. (No father, I know there is still some goodness within you. I saw and witnessed that when the four of us returned to the past, when Etheria was still in one piece. I also know that you're deeply hurt by the betrayal of Aldo Raquim and my mother but father, it's been a long time since that happened! Forget everything that has happened, bring back the old Hagorn that I met when you were young. I always wanted to be with you, I wanted the both of us to rule Hathoria peacefully. So please, return to the light. (Book 3, Episode 24)
- The name Pirena may derive from the root pyro- meaning "fire", which evokes the character's affinity to this element.
- By the conclusion of Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas, Pirena is the only one with Hathor blood living in Encantadia.
- During Bloopers seen in the making of Encantadia, Pirena trips herself into the ground in which her actress Sunshine Dizon wore high heels during her portrayal as Pirena.


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*I saw this posted on the door of a school faculty office ages past. Saved it on my phone. And…
Don't let your parents down;
They brought you up.
Be humble enough to obey;
You may give orders someday.
Choose companions with care;
You become what they are.
Choose only the date who;
Who would make a good mate.
Be a master of your habits;
Or they will master you.
Don't show-off when you drive;
Drive safely and arrive.
Don't let the crowd pressure you;
Stand for something or you will fall for anything!!!