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2019 Audi RS5 Redesign, Release and Changes – Welcome to Futurecarrelease.com, this time I will give information about the world, namely the Audi. More precisely 2019 Audi RS5 will be present in the world car market by 2019. I will present information about the 2019 Audi RS5 is about a review, release date, price, specs and engine. Congratulations read something about the information that I have prepared, and if you want to know the latest updates about the latest cars visit the blog Futurecarrelease.com.
Audi RS5 enthusiasts were disappointed when the automaker failed to offer an RS5 model for 2016 model year. However, enthusiasts can now sigh with relief as a testing mule of the next RS5 has already been spotted doing testing runs at the Nürburgring testing track. Sadly, the model is slated for the 2019 model year meaning enthusiasts will have to wait for a little longer but the wait will be worth it from the look of things. The mule captured testing was under heavy camouflage but we believe the new 2019 Audi RS5 will share many exterior and interior cues with the A5 and S5.
2019 Audi RS5 Price
Pricing for the new 2019 Audi RS5 has been set at $20,000 – $55,000 based on current exchange rates. If there are changes on the 2019 Audi RS5 we will notify you as soon as possible, so keep follow our blog.
2019 Audi RS5 Redesign
The cabin is a thriller at this level. Nevertheless, identical to the outside, the RS5 cabin will borrow a lot from the A5 and the upcoming S5. Identical to the A5, the cabin will function the automaker's digital cockpit with a bigger infotainment system. Carbon fiber will substitute aluminum and wooden surfaces within the A5.
The steering wheel will probably be a flat-bottomed sporty unit. A lot of the outgoing RS5 options together with Bluetooth connectivity, LED lighting, USB ports and inductive Smartphone charging will carry over. The mannequin may also function a Bang & Olufsen audio system.
2019 Audi RS5 Specs
The model we captured testing at the Nurbrgrirng was under heavy camouflage thus little can be said of its exterior. However, from the prototype, we can see that the new nose adds extra air intakes and aggressive lines for the hood.
Overall, the model looks to have a lowered body work. From some angles, we can see bigger wheel arches which point to wider tires. Compared with the current model, we expect the German automaker to introduce more unique features to the exterior including a great use of chrome detailing. Make sure to come back later for more information on the 2019 RS5's exterior styling.
The cabin is a mystery at this point. However, just like the exterior, the RS5 cabin will borrow much from the A5 and the upcoming S5. Just like the A5, the cabin will feature the automaker's virtual cockpit with a larger infotainment system. Carbon fiber will replace aluminum and wood surfaces in the A5.
The steering wheel will be a flat-bottomed sporty unit. Most of the outgoing RS5 features including Bluetooth connectivity, LED lighting, USB ports and inductive Smartphone charging will carry over. The model will also feature a Bang & Olufsen audio system.
The mannequin we captured testing on the Nurbrgrirng was beneath heavy camouflage thus little could be stated of its exterior. Nevertheless, from the prototype, we will see that the brand new nostril provides additional air intakes and aggressive strains for the hood.
General, the mannequin seems to be to have a lowered physique work. From some angles, we will see greater wheel arches which level to wider tires. In contrast with the present mannequin, we anticipate the German automaker to introduce extra distinctive options to the outside together with an awesome use of chrome detailing. Be sure to return again later for extra info on the 2019 RS5's exterior styling.
Its sport seats will be upgraded with extra side supports as well as built-in passages to offer a 5-point harness. We will offer updates that are more accurate once we get a clear shot of the cabin.
2019 Audi RS5 Engine
In line with credible reviews, the 2019 Audi RS5 will ditch the present naturally aspirated four.2 L, V-eight engine in favor of a twin-turbocharged three.zero L, V-6 to stick to emission legal guidelines.
This new engine will probably be adopted from the present Porsche Panamera S. The engine produces 420 hp within the Panamera S. Within the new RS5, the engine shall be tweaked to supply over 450 hp. The mannequin shall be provided with an all-wheel drive system. Most certainly, energy can be despatched to the all fours by an eight-velocity twin-clutch automated transmission system.
According to credible reports, the 2019 Audi RS5 will ditch the current naturally aspirated 4.2 L, V-8 engine in favor of a twin-turbocharged 3.0 L, V-6 to adhere to emission laws.
This new engine will be adopted from the current Porsche Panamera S. The engine produces 420 hp in the Panamera S. In the new RS5, the engine will be tweaked to produce over 450 hp. The model will be offered with an all-wheel drive system. Most likely, power will be sent to the all fours by an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission system.
While the current RS 5 sports a naturally-aspirated 4.2-liter V-8, the new model is expected to downsize to a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6. The new engine is likely the same one already used by Porsche in the Panamera S.
Due to the light weight MLB evo platform, the model will weigh much lighter than the current model's 3,800 curb weight translating to an improved performance. It is expected to hit 60 mph from standstill in around 4 seconds compared to the current models 4.5 seconds.
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In yesterday's post I wrote about the word shared and how Rockwell uses it in two of her books, and I wrote about the persistence with which writers put American Indians in the same sentence as animals.
Today, I want to look at the opening paragraph in the book.
Three hundred years ago, there was no United States of America. Instead, there were thirteen English colonies in North America.I'm focusing on that paragraph to show you how bias looks and what it teaches.
Anne Rockwell is a prolific writer. Though I've not studied her picture books for very young children, I can see by perusing the titles, that an early childhood teacher would use many of them.
How might her biography look if the focus was George Washington and his interactions with American Indians? That's not the book she wrote, so, some may deem it unfair to criticize her treatment of American Indians and American Indian history. Her first sentence is
Three hundred years ago, there was no United States of America.Rockwell's book was published in 2008. Three hundred years ago puts the story in the year 1708. Rockwell is correct. At that point in time, there was no United States of America. Her next sentence could be "Instead, there were hundreds of Native Nations." But this is her next sentence:
Instead, there were thirteen English colonies in North America.That sentence is also correct. In 1708, there were thirteen English colonies in North America. But! I'd insert an additional sentence, and, I'd rewrite her sentence so that the paragraph would say "Europeans who had fled Europe had come to North American and were occupying the lands that belonged to the Native Nations. These Europeans set up thirteen English colonies."
You following that? I'll put it here, in clean copy. Here's Rockwell's opening paragraph, followed by my rewrite of her opening paragraph:
Three hundred years ago, there was no United States of America. Instead, there were thirteen English colonies in North America.See the difference? See how she shapes the story with her choice of what to say and how to say it? She's telling this story from her point of view as an American. I'm revising her story from the point of view of an American Indian. Her statements are factually true. So are mine.
Three hundred years ago, there was no United States of America. Instead, there were hundreds of Native Nations. Europeans who had fled Europe had come to North America and were occupying lands that belonged to the Native Nations. These Europeans set up thirteen English colonies.
But, she avoids telling her readers that the birth of the United States was complicated. She keeps some information from her readers, and as we saw yesterday, she presents bears, wolves, and, American Indians as something George wasn't afraid of.
She's creating an image for her readers. In that image, American Indians are animal-like and living in the woods. The Indians she presents are not civilized, living in colonies like the Europeans.
But, her presentation is not true! American Indians were, in fact, highly developed, self-governing societies. They had leaders with whom Washington and the like had diplomatic negotiations with. She is concealing that information from her readers. Being generous, I can say that she probably does not know she's doing that. It isn't a deliberate decision.
[Personal note: I grow weary and angry at myself for constantly saying "Native people were not primitive." But, that false idea is so well taught in America that it needs to be said again and again and again.]
Presenting Indians as primitive and uncivilized savages lets Rockwell (she's not the only person who does this. Most writers do it.) portray the Europeans as superior to the indigenous peoples, which ultimately works to say that Europeans were right to take Native lands as their own. I said as much when I critiqued Rockwell's book about Thanksgiving. She responded, saying that she never thought that, and that I was twisting her words. You could say that I am "reading between the lines."
Some might say I'm reading too much into what Rockwell says in that opening paragraph. Again, it isn't an isolated case. Most people who write about that period omit or inaccurately portray American Indians. I think it is wrong to do so. What do you think?
Update, March 9, 6:30 AM: --- In a comment (see comments section), K pointed out that there are still hundreds of Native Nations and said my sentence suggests there are no longer any Native Nations. Regular readers of this site, and, readers with knowledge about American Indians know that there are, in the present day, hundreds of tribes.


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As the weather is so chilly but we're yet to see any snow (much to my children's disappointment) I've pulled together a fun list of 12 snowman themed fun food ideas so that everyone can build a snowman this winter, whether they have any real snow or not!
This post was inspired by the fun Snowman Garlic Pizza Breads recipe I shared last week.
There are lots of fun ideas here, from healthy snacks to snowman sandwiches, frosty smoothies to snowy treats!
Whether you serve them up at a party or just a fun meal or treat at home, they are all sure to be a hit with your children and quite possibly the grown-ups too!
First up are my Snowman Snack Cups – an easy to make edible craft that doubles up as the perfect treat to accompany a family movie night. You'll find all the details here: Snowman Snack Cups Tutorial.
If you're looking for a healthy snowman treat, you can't go wrong with these super cute Melon Ball Snowmen from Healthy Little Foodies! Find out how to make them here: Melon Ball Snowmen Snack.
If you'd like a fun winter packed lunch idea, this Snowman Sandwich is easy to make and would be a lovely surprise for your child to find in their lunch box. Find out how to make one here: Snowman Sandwich Tutorial.
Another fun lunch box treat, these Snowman Sandwich Balls are sure to be a hit! Find out how to make them here: Snowman Sandwich Balls Tutorial.
If you're looking for healthy treat ideas , these Egg Snowmen from Roxy's Kitchen are super simple to make and perfect for fun winter party food! Find out how to make them here: Egg Snowmen Recipe.
This Babybel Cheese Snowman makes a fun little snack or lunch box treat and it's so easy to put together! Find out the details here: Babybel Snowman Snack Plate.
This Fruity Snowman from @feedinglittlemonkeys is the perfect way to boost their 5 a day! Find out how to make him here: Fruity Snowman Snack.
If you like quick and easy fun food ideas, these Snowman Smoothies can be whipped up in a minute or two and make the perfect breakfast treat! Find out how to make them here: Snowman Smoothies Recipe.
Another fast and easy idea, why not let your children build their own with this fun DIY Snowman Yogurt Bowl. Find out all the details here: Snowman Yogurt Bowl Snack.
This super cute Melted Snowman Chocolate Bark from Princess Pinky Girl would be a really fun weekend project to make with the kids! Find out how to make it here: Melted Snowman Chocolate Bark Recipe.
Another fun snowman treat, these Marshmallow Snowmen from Creative Baking look easy to make and would be perfect for party favours or homemade gifts for friends and relatives.
Finally, if you want something to warm you up in the chilly winter weather, my easy homemade Hot Chocolate with Snowman Marshmallows recipe is just what you need! Find out how to make it here: Hot Chocolate with Snowman Marshmallows.
For more delicious and fun food ideas that kids will love, have a browse through the Fun Food For Kids section here on the Eats Amazing blog or pop over and follow my Fun Food for Kids Pinterest board for lots more fun ideas from around the web!
I hope you've enjoyed this fun collection of snowman food ideas, which is your favourite?
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A couple wall murals that I sell were featured on Breakfast Television – so exciting!
Tina Holmes, from the GTA Home Show, is holding a roll of Rainbow Cubes Wall Mural in her right hand and Barn Wood Wall Mural is unrolled in her other hand.
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The ladies talk about the two wall murals around 1:20, so fast forward if you want!
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Here's a link to the two designs she features so you can see them in more detail. They're absolutely gorgeous…and totally REMOVABLE! Ahhh-mazing!
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So when the Jocelyn Kirsch story broke [Drexel girl with fake boobs courtesy of her plastic surgeon dad becomes cyber-Bonnie to a Penn grad Clyde], it was only a matter of moments before fabulous Facebook had a group called "Jocelyn Kirsch is Scandalous". As soon as Abe emailed me about it, I joined up and got to view my itty-bitty Facebook photo and I.D. right below that of his and Anna's too. In our defense, I have to explain that our interest in the story is beyond the mere prurient; Jocelyn Kirsch is someone with whom David and I have had some minor business dealings. Our darling real estate agent/surrogate son Dave had acted as "property manager" for a condo we briefly owned three years ago; the flaky,annoying,obnoxious,bratty,late on her rent tenant-from-hell whom he rented it to was none other than the afore-mentioned Ms. Kirsch. Because David and I had no actual dealings with this whole real-estate debacle, we had never seen Jocelyn in person. It probably wouldn't have mattered, for identification purposes, because the Jocelyn who rented from us has since had , according to unimpeachable online sources, a rhinoplasty among other things reconstructive. To quote my late father-in-law,I guess she cut off her nose to spite her race. And about her now-ample bosom, the Drexel rumor mill states that the plastic-surgeon father sent her the silicon beauties as a "Christmas present". I have my suspicions about this. It was my impression that breast implants are not a D.I.Y. project and usually require a physician and some sort of medical facility. We may never know.
Not only do we have the curious and spurious connection with Jocelyn from her time at 2601 Parkway, but we also have the dubious distinction of living one block away from the Belgravia, the condo building that she and her boyfriend Edward lived in while they helped themselves to their neighbors' identities, credit cards, checkbooks, and whatever else wasn't nailed down. Just the other night, David was walking Nelly and noticed two local news vans parked outside,undoubtedly waiting for a glimpse of the new Bonnie and Clyde or perhaps one of their irate neighbors looking for a chance to rant.
Apparently the Ballad of Jocelyn and Ed has been picked up by the AP and every other wire service and Internet news source that's worth its weight in implants. Jocelyn, in her unending search for attention, has had herself photographed incessantly, all over the world, with her "Christmas presents" hanging out for all to see. A quick Google Image search can grant you a gallery's worth of Jocelyn, the homely mugshots juxtaposed ironically with the glam photos, like an offbeat take on the prototypical magazine makeover.
So I suppose if you look up "Schadenfreude" in the dictionary you'll find the definition, "people who have known and loathed Jocelyn Kirsch and are now happily blogging about it". Facebook has certainly contributed its bit towards documenting the life and legend of this modern-day Bonnie. In addition to the group my well-educated children and I belong to ("Jocelyn Kirsch is Scandalous") there is also a Facebook group, which I just now joined "Jocelyn Kirsch is Going to JAAAAIL (and it's hilarious)" or something like that.
Jocelyn and Ed, who are currently out on a whole lot of bail, will be returning to Philly in February for sentencing. The word on the street is that once again white privilege will talk and they will walk. It's hard to say. The Feds may get involved because of the little issue of the Spyware they installed to hack into other people's computers to help finance their spending sprees, and in that case they may get the book thrown at them. Coincidentally, I'm scheduled for jury duty around that time. Stay tuned, dear readers, for even in the gray days of a Philadelphia winter,things may be looking up!
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Wendy Forman's interest in Jocelyn Kirsch is Scandalous
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2 comments:
- Rainyday said...
Oh Wendy! You knew I'd like this one--especially since I haven't bought a National Enquirer in awhile. To have a first person account of such a big story is invaluable to enquiring minds. Not even the Press knew about the boobs.
- December 11, 2007 at 1:21 PM
- Heidi said...
Wendy, how shockingly scandalous! Maybe you can auction her signed rental agreement on eBay??? :)
- December 11, 2007 at 4:31 PM
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Have to take a moment to talk about drama. Unfortunately it exists everywhere. Both in the vanilla world and world of spanking. I've always thought that everyone should at the very least know how to be civil with people. Barring someone doing something really terrible to someone else.
Then there are those who claim to hate drama, but will hold onto a grudge. Obviously not everyone is going to like a particular person. And feelings towards someone can change over time for a variety of reasons. But it's horrible when it gets to the point where people need to take sides. Again there will always be loyalties and priorities, but in a public setting everyone should at least be able to be civil with each other. Especially if the situation is between 2 people. Others should not have to be put in a position to choose.
Also everyone makes mistakes. No one is perfect. But to see things get blown out of proportion and exaggerated is not necessary. To act like someone is worse than they really are because of mistakes he/she has made is not right. I also will never be able to understand people who can throw around the words forever, never, permanent, etc. so easily. Who knows how things can change in the future. Who really knows what someones thoughts about a situation might be down the road. Again, I'm saying this barring, something really horrible and damaging being done to someone.
On a baseball note, I'm a Dodger's victory away from calling all the playoff series perfect thus far. I give LA a slight edge being that they have the more experienced starter going and they are home. Either way this should be a very good low scoring game.


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After our trip to Carson City we drove directly to Sebastopol. Little bit longer than normal journey. Christmas eve we made many trips to Fircrest Market. The whole crew went for a nice walk and we began to prep stuff for Christmas dinner. That evening we all got dressed up and went to church. Everyone was looking quite nice.
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The total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) offers women an option that is far less invasive than other surgical approaches. The need for a hysterectomy is an important and difficult decision.
The surgical removal of the uterus can be lifesaving for those suffering from gynecological cancers or the severe pain and heavy bleeding due to or endometriosis.
Today, there are several surgical approaches that are far less invasive than a total abdominal hysterectomy, which is still widely performed. Using a laparoscope — a slender, fiber-optic tube equipped with a miniature camera, lights and surgical instruments — surgeons have the ability to see inside the abdomen and technical access to the uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes without having to make a large incision.
In the past few years, many gynecologists have performed a portion of the hysterectomy using a laparoscope. Called a laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH), the procedure requires an incision deep within the vagina, through which the uterus and related organs are removed. The LAVH still involved a transvaginal approach and decreased healing time, similar to a total vaginal hysterectomy.
With advanced laparoscopic skills, gynecological surgeons are able to perform TLH. The surgery is completed utilizing only four tiny abdominal incisions less than one-quarter to one half an inch in length. Even a large uterus can be removed laparoscopically using this technique. A traditional open hysterectomy requires an abdominal incision of four to eight inches.
Hysteroscopy is a procedure that allows your doctor to look inside your uterus in order to diagnose and treat causes of abnormal bleeding. Hysteroscopy is done using a hysteroscope, a thin, lighted tube that is inserted into the vagina to examine the cervix and inside of the uterus. Hysteroscopy can be either diagnostic or operative.
Diagnostic hysteroscopy is used to diagnose problems of the uterus. Diagnostic hysteroscopy is also used to confirm results of other tests, such as hysterosalpingography (HSG). HSG is an X-ray dye test used to check the uterus and fallopian tubes. Diagnostic hysteroscopy can many times be done in an office setting.
Additionally, hysteroscopy can be used with other procedures, such as laparoscopy, or before procedures such as dilation and curettage (D&C). In laparoscopy, your doctor will insert an endoscope (a slender tube fitted with a fiber optic camera) into your abdomen to view the outside of your uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes. The endoscope is inserted through an incision made through or below your navel.
Laparoscopy generally has a shorter healing time than open surgery. It also leaves smaller scars. A gynecologist, general surgeon, or other specialist may perform this procedure.
Myomectomy means the surgical removal of just the fibroid, with reconstruction and repair of the uterus. There are now a number of techniques used to perform myomectomy: through an abdominal incision, vaginal incision, with a laparoscope, or with a hysteroscope. Myomectomy relieves symptoms in more than 75% of women. "The restoration and maintenance of physiologic (normal) function is, or should be, the ultimate goal of surgical treatment", said Victor Bonney, an early advocate of abdominal myomectomy, in 1931. However, women are often told that myomectomy is not appropriate for them because hysterectomy is safer, is associated with less bleeding or that uterine muscle cancer (sarcoma) may be present. However, recent studies dispute all of those claims.
Studies show there may actually be less risk of complications during myomectomy than during hysterectomy. One study of women who had myomectomies and women who had hysterectomies for fibroids of the same sizes (about 4 months pregnancy size) found surgery took slightly longer in the myomectomy group (200 v. 175 min), but there was more blood loss in the hysterectomy group. The risks of bleeding, fever, life-threatening complications, need for another surgical procedure or re-admission to the hospital were not different. The authors of the study concluded that there was no difference in complications and with an experienced surgeon myomectomy is a safe alternative to hysterectomy.
Tubal ligation is surgery to block a woman's Fallopian tubes. Tubal ligation is a permanent form of birth control. After this procedure, eggs cannot move from the ovary through the tubes (a woman has two Fallopian tubes), and eventually to the uterus. Also, sperm cannot reach the egg in the Fallopian tube after it is released by the ovary. Thus, pregnancy is prevented.
This procedure is also called tubal ligation or having one's "tubes tied." More formally, it is known as bilateral tubal ligation (BTL).
Currently, about 700,000 of these procedures are performed each year in the United States. Half are performed right after a woman gives birth. The rest are elective procedures performed as a one-day operation in an outpatient clinic. Eleven million US women aged 15 to 44 years rely on sterilization as a means of birth control to prevent pregnancy. More than 190 million couples worldwide use surgical sterilization as a safe and reliable method of permanent birth control.
Prior to the 1960s, female sterilization in the United States was generally performed only for medical problems or when a woman was considered "too old" to have children or at risk to her health. The changing cultural climate in the 1960s resulted in safe, minimally invasive female sterilization procedures.
While the patient is under anesthesia, one or two small incisions (cuts) are made in the abdomen (usually near the navel), and a device similar to a small telescope on a flexible tube (called a laparoscope) is inserted.
Using instruments that are inserted through the laparoscope, the tubes (Fallopian tubes) are coagulated (electrocoagulation), cauterized (burned), or a small clip is placed on the tube. The skin incision is then closed with a few stitches. Most patients feel well enough to go home after the procedure in the outpatient surgery center after a few hours.
The health care professional may prescribe to manage pain.
Most women return to normal activities, including work, in a few days, although some women may be advised not to exercise for several days. Most women resume sexual intercourse when they feel ready.
Tubal blockage occurs in approximately 11% of women who have had one episode of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), increasing to 23% after two episodes and 54% after three episodes. Other causes of tubal occlusion include fibrosis and endometriosis (7-14%), salpingitis isthmica nodosa and cornual polyps (10%). Tubal blockage secondary to tubal spasm or intratubal debris may cause a reversible tubal occlusion.
Tubal cannulation gently helps to open the tube and may relieve an obstruction in the cornual area. Laparoscopy can be performed at the same of the hysteroscopy to ensure that the tubes are not perforated with the wire and also to inject some dye through the uterus into the tubes to verify that they are open.
Laparoscopic treatment of tubal adhesions and fimbrial phimosis.Some patients with an otherwise normal fertility evaluation can have subtle adhesions over the fallopian tubes and ovaries. These adhesions appear like cobwebs (or cling-film) over the surface of these organs and can prevent the release of the egg during ovulation, prevent the tubes from picking-up the eggs and limit the motility of the tubes. Injury to the distal end of the tubes may also result in loss of or damage to the feathery appendages of the tube (fimbria), known as fimbrial phimosis. Patients at high risk for these problems include those who have had intrauterine devices for long time, those with a history of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), appendicitis or ruptured ovarian cyst. The adhesions and the fimbrial phimosis can be treated successfully by laparoscopy (keyhole surgery).
Procedures involving the repair or reconstruction of the fallopian tubes are known as tuboplasty. This encompasses the most common technique of neosalpingostomy.
In a neosalpongostomy procedure to reverse tied tubes, a new opening is created in the end of a dilated and non-functional tube. This opening is then folded open and secured into place using very fine suture. This new opening takes the place of the normal fimbriated end of the fallopian tube.
There is a risk of reocclusion of the tube, though most all tubes will remain open. Because of a history of damage to the fallopian tube, there is thought to be an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy.
There is some evidence suggesting patients with hydrosalpinges, or dilated tubes filled with fluid, may have an improvement in their in vitro fertilization success rate following a neosalpingostomy. This comes from the possibility that the fluid may reflux into the uterine cavity and decrease implantation rates.
There is a significant amount of debate about this subject in the current medical literature. For more information or consideration for this procedure to reverse tied tubes, please schedule an appointment with one of our physicians at our Durham, NC office.
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A person who has chosen to pursue a career in computer programming has a number of options he or she can take in order to get ahead with his or her chosen path.
A computer programmer can choose to take full and regular employment with one particular company and enjoy a set salary bracket along with the entailing benefits of being a full and regular employee.
It is often the safe and stable route to take in career-building. However, if the computer programmer is ambitious enough and detests being confined to a regular office setting, he or she can choose to be a contract programmer rather than a full-time employee.
Contract programmers are independent entities who work with clients on a project-to-project basis.
They are tied to their client company only for the duration of the project they are working with.
Sometimes, a contract for a project will last only for a month or so, but there are projects that will give contract programmers a steady job to work on for a full year or more.
Contract programmers are referred to as consultants who specialize on a certain type of project or programming language.
They are considered as experts in their chosen specialization, and it is for their expertise that their clients hire them for the projects that they needed done.
They are also paid on an hourly rate that can range from $35 to $400 per hour.
Contract programmers fall into two general types: the W2 contract programmers and the 1099 contract programmers.
These terms are based on the forms individual contractors have to fill up with the IRS when tax filing time comes.
The difference between a W2 contract programmer and a 1099 contract programmer is subtle but vast.
A W2 contract programmer works with a broker that acts as his or her agent.
The broker is the one who finds the client for the W2 contract programmer and does the necessary paperwork needed before the W2 contract programmer can start with the project.
The paperwork that the broker does includes filing taxes and providing insurance for errors and omissions.
In return for all that trouble, the broker will get a fee above the payment given to the W2 contract programmer.
On the other hand, a 1099 contract programmer is his or her own agent. They generally earn more from the projects they work on, but that is because they do not have brokers to share their fees with.
However, as much as they get paid higher fees, they also get to do their own networking and their own paperwork. Contract programming is a perfect line of work for computer programmers who love to be independent and despise the typical office setting.
This frees them up from whatever corporate politics brewing within their clients' premises. Aside from being paid more than a regular and full-time employee, they can also take as much time off as they want in between projects and their work is not confined to a single location.
They get to travel to wherever their work takes them.
But inasmuch as contract programmers get paid more and get to have more time off at their choosing, the one thing that a regular employee has over them are the typical benefits like health and dental insurance.
Networking is also crucial; if they do not land any clients to work with, they will not get any money to live on.
A bad feedback from one client can also destroy a contract programmer's reputation if he or she is not careful, and this will limit his or her options for work.


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James Bond returns to top form in 'Spectre'
"Spectre" is the James Bond movie that fans have been waiting for ever since "Casino Royale" and Daniel Craig rebooted and rejuvenated the series nine years ago. The two films in between were fine, and yet something was missing: "Quantum of Solace" had lots of action, but no introspection; and "Skyfall" was a moody entry, without much in the way of glamour. But "Spectre" has everything anyone could possibly want in a James Bond movie.
It has virtuoso action sequences, imaginatively crafted and meticulously filmed. It has two beautiful Bond women — ever since Eva Green, there are no Bond girls. It has an international conspiracy that taps into the current paranoia just as the Cold War Bond movies did in the 1960s. And it has a villain who immediately enters the pantheon, both for the way the role is written and for the way it's played — in the latter case, by the remarkable Christoph Waltz.
The movie's first sequence puts the audience on notice that Bond is back. In a continuous shot, Bond meets a woman at the Day of the Dead celebration in Mexico City, where everyone is wearing grotesque masks. She invites him up to her room, where she lies on the bed, and he excuses himself for just a minute. He steps out of her window, walks briskly across a ledge — it really does look as if Craig is up there — and arrives at the corner of a rooftop just in time to assassinate three people and blow up a building.
He's just getting started. I haven't even mentioned the escape from a collapsing building or the fight he has on a helicopter, trying to kill the pilot without causing a crash. In the course of a year, there are hundreds of movies and countless action sequences. Each one makes it harder to raise an audience's pulse. But within five minutes, "Spectre" has everyone sitting with their eyes wide and their mouths half open.
As we soon find out, Bond has gone rogue. The Mexico adventure was the result of an order from M (Judi Dench), delivered by way of a video that arrived after her death. Like the hard, unsentimental Mommy figure she is/was, she appears onscreen and gives him the name of some Italian assassin. "Kill him!" she says. Talk about tough. She's so unworried about the afterlife that she's ordering hits from the grave.
At the start of "Spectre," two pressures are converging. The government is considering eliminating the Double-0 spy program, just as Bond has a lead on something really dire, as in really big, as in a threat to life as we know it. After a brief romantic interlude with an Italian widow (Monica Bellucci), he infiltrates a secret meeting in Rome, where we see just who is running the world.
It's the stuff of everyone's most paranoid fantasy. At an enormous table in an ornate, church-like hall, the evil, powerful people sit, hearing reports on things like the 160,000 women they've forcibly recruited into the "leisure sector" — in other words, sexual slavery. At the head of the table, in the shadows, is the boss, the secret author of untold human misery. Then he turns his head to the light, and we see that the polite yet menacing voice belongs to Christoph Waltz.
Any charismatic, flamboyant actor can play a memorable villain, but Waltz is in a category beyond that. He is fascinating to watch, because his surface is appealing, almost endearing, and yet his character's inner life, of which we're never in doubt, is horrible and sick. Everything he says, even when the character is loquacious (as his usually are), seems like just an external manifestation of some vast inner turbulence. At one point, Bond asks him a question, and he answers, "No." And just that one word is invested with unknowable and unsettling meaning.
As for Craig, he can wear a white tuxedo as well as Roger Moore, and he can fall off a building without ever unbuttoning his suit jacket, and it's good that we see that side of him here — the imperturbable, self-satisfied Bond. But with Craig, there's always something serious going on, too, something pained inside that's in search of remedy. This is why there are no Bond girls, only Bond women, in the Craig installments, because this Bond, despite the suave facade, is not just out for fun. He is actually — though no one would ever quite put it this way — looking for a girlfriend.
One of the great satisfactions of "Spectre" is that, in addition to all the stirring action, and all the timely references to a secret organization out to steal everyone's personal information, we get to believe in Bond as a person. And when he meets Lea Seydoux, who plays a psychoanalyst who gets caught up in his life, we recognize what he recognizes, that this is the first woman since Eva Green — or rather "Vesper Lynd" — to understand him. We just hope it works out for them.
"Spectre" has only one drawback, an unmistakable yet localized problem that matters little in the end. It has the worst opening song in memory, a ghastly concoction sung by Sam Smith called "Writing's on the Wall." It should have been called "Nobody Does It Worse."
Mick LaSalle is The San Francisco Chronicle's movie critic. E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Twitter: @MickLaSalle
Espionage adventure. Starring Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux and Christoph Waltz. Directed by Sam Mendes. (PG-13. 148 minutes.)


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Happy new year…i heard the words it was nice like warm chocolate and went quietly over and here is 2016. i cautiously peel the page on the new one and understand it could well be the pet with unknown habits. How was 2015? How did it end? Did it end on a note of triumph, mischief, or was it all a tragic disgraceful event where you ended up bent into compliance. Did it leave a bad aftertaste that made you regret allowing people to ride roughshod over you when you allowed them unfettered freedoms? (Do not wring your hands, go on and like the post).
The new year is still too new to fret about but i warn you, i so badly want fresh things in this one here. I want to feel the keen side of 2016, the biting, cutting sarcastic side of it. I read too much muck last year i think i caught the bug for a dose of some feel good hormone…i need plenty of gimme-that type of moments… i need sleaze!
I dont want to read anything to make me snort or look at anything that gives play to whatever impulse tickles my conscience without really having the slightest idea about how good it's going to get . I want the stuff!
In the year, connivers have it out there will be enough to smile about and most will be busy trying to locate the tastiest morsel. I dont expect it to be laced with too much of shock value, just a morose dang sort of affair, something to keep 'em twitching. I need a sharp little bark in the brain
In the great new year is to be expected just th' right sort of sleaze, if you get the drift, something to keep the socks dry but sobering enough to remind us how the mighty have fallen in the past and a cautionary tale to those too quick with a snide remark or a chiding smile. You too, are not immune.
So in the new year, be gruff and earthy, demand with righteousness. Let them feel they are a-comming on to you, be smug and content, share, learn to share-i will be on this end waiting with itchy toes. Pass on and foster not anyone's bad habits. Let us all thrive and live long.
2016 will be the great new year we'll get to find out nothing lasts forever, everything good comes in small doses. If someone loves you, it's only right to love 'em back, that's the spirit so do the dew, don't sweat the small stuff, let us all care and peaceful journey.


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A doctor may suspect diabetes after taking a person's health history and
doing a physical exam. Based on those results, the doctor may want to check for a
high glucose level in the blood. There are several types of blood tests doctors can
use to diagnose diabetes, including:
fasting plasma glucose test,
which is the most common method to diagnose most cases of diabetes. In this test,
a person is asked to fast overnight for at least 8 hours. In the morning, the level of
glucose in the blood is then checked. Healthy fasting plasma glucose levels are
less than 110 milligrams per deciliter or mg/dL. A fasting plasma glucose level of
more than 126 mg/dL usually suggests diabetes. Levels between 110 and 126 mg/dL
are seen in pre-diabetes.
oral glucose tolerance test
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fall quickly after drinking the sweet liquid. When a person has diabetes, glucose
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A panel of emergency preparedness experts from emergency management to officials with the NYPD and SEIU Local 32BJ told a roomful of board members and managers the urgency of preparing residents and building staff for events ranging from terrorism to fire to power outages and weather disturbances.
More than 150 people attended the Argo University for Boards seminar at The New School for Social Research June 15th gathering a wealth of information on how to prepare for any emergency situation.
Front Line of Defense
In most scenarios, your building staff is called upon to deal with any situation prior to the arrival of the first responders: police, fire, health department, medical professionals or emergency management officials.
Ira Tannenbaum, the assistant commissioner of the New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM), gave an overview of the services OEM provides.
Although New York City is and remains the number 1 terrorist target as seen on 9/11, the most common emergencies handled by OEM, notes Tannenbaum, are more routine: weather-related as in Hurricane Sandy or a fire, water main break, transportation disruption or a massive citywide power outage like the Northeast blackout in 2003. "What do we do every day? We are an agency like the fire department and the police department and 45 other agencies in the New York City government that are here to serve you and work with you and represent you and ensure that you as residents of New York City have what you need. We certainly plan and prepare for emergencies every day," says Tannenbaum.


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Cardiocondyla minutior Forel 1899
Common name(s)
Synonyms (Seifert 2003 )
Cardiocondyla nuda var . minutior Forel , Cardiocondyla sukuyomi Terayama
There are over 40 known species of Cardiocondyla , the majority of which are to be found in warmer parts of the Old World. Australia possesses only four species. C. minutior is a tramp species, apparently absent in Australia, which has only recently arrived here, probably through the port of Tauranga from the Pacific region to the north.
Distribution (see map)
First recorded in Mt Maunganui, Tauranga, on 19 March 2000; further specimens were collected there the following year (Harris & Berry 2001). Establishment in Tauranga at least seems assured. Specimens were collected at the Port of Napier in 2002, but whether establishment has taken place there remains to be ascertained. Also in doubt is whether this species is capable of successful long-term establishment, given its clear preference for warmer climates.
General Description
In the genus Cardiocondyla , in side view the pronotum, mesonotum and propodeum form a continuous flat or weakly arched surface interrupted only by the shallow metanotal groove. The postpetiole is swollen, wider than long, and much broader than the petiole when viewed from above.
Diagnostic features of the worker
Length 2.4 mm; antennae 12-segmented, with a distinct 3-segmented club; propodeum strongly armed with two blunt teeth; colour brown, with head and gaster darker than the mesosoma and petiole. Seifert (2003) provides a key to all Holarctic species groups.
Shattuck (1999) writes that " Cardiocondyla species are ground nesting and most workers also forage on the ground surface. They are only occasionally found foraging arboreally." Workers carry out a primitive form of recruitment communication called tandem running in which only a single worker is recruited at a time and the follower has to stay in direct antennal contact with the leader. The pair then proceed to the target site (Hōlldobler & Wilson 1990). Their small size and slow movement mean workers are often overlooked by the casual observer.
An unusual feature of colony structure is the striking male dimorphism. In small colonies there are both normal winged males and wingless (ergatoid) males. The latter are highly aggressive, attacking and killing ergatoid rivals, especially young ones, whereas the former are non-aggressive. Only the ergatoid morph is produced in those species that have large colonies. Both morphs are capable of inseminating nestmate queens.
Pest Status
Impacts not known, but considered unlikely to be a pest.
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For the last two years, Dad's of Muskoka have helped raise funds in support of charities in the Muskoka region by holding their annual Harvest Dinner & Hoe Down at Brooklands Farm. Catered by Chef Mike Rickard of Restaurant One Fifty Five in Bracebridge and with the support of The Griffin Gastropub, Muskoka Cottage Brewery, Lake of Bays Brewing Company and many more supporters, this years event was a sold out success. Held in Brooklands Farm renovated century-old heritage barn on Butter and Egg Road, proceeds of the $100 a plate dinner go 100% to charity, with this year's fundraising going towards prostate cancer care. A worthy cause and a festive fun-filled evening.
We were lucky to have heard about the Dad's of Muskoka Harvest Hoe Down from
Katya at Brooklands Farm, and bought two tickets right away
Brooklands Farm renovated century barn
For the past 134 years, the Riley family has been working the land in Milford Bay. Brooklands Farm, named after the stream winding its way through the property, is a haven of fresh organically grown vegetables, berries, honey, maple syrup and their genuine warm-hearted hospitality. Ken and Katya Riley are the wonderful husband and wife team that own and operate the successful farm. Located just off Highway 118 on the aptly named Butter and Egg Road, the farm is a haven for chefs, residents and visitors alike.
One of the farm's pumpkins just hanging around
The Hoe Down Cocktail: Rye Whiskey, Cider & Ginger Ale
One of the Dad's of Muskoka serving Beef Tartare and White Truffle Oil
on an Herb and Garlic Roasted Crostini
Another delicious appetizer: Ostrich Paté served on a Pistachio & Cranberry Crisp
with a Shallot Relish
House Cured Salmon Gravlax and Crème Fraîche served on a Brooklands Farm
Blue Potato Gaufrette
Curried Cauliflower and Carrot Pakora with Feta Cheese and Cherry Gastrique
Duck Prosciutto with a Balsamic & Juniper Drizzle on a slice of Black Fig
and garnished with Toscano Sheep Cheese
Even a 'Mom of Muskoka' joined in serving Beef Tartare and White Truffle Oil
on an Herb and Garlic Roasted Crostini
Smoked Trout with Fennel Slaw on an 'All Fired Up' Bagel Crisp
With twinkle lights suspended from the rafters, and everyone dressed for a Hoe Down,
the event was a festive affair
Eager to investigate where the delicious appetizers were being created, I wandered across to the kitchen with hopes to being able to meet Chef Mike Rickard, owner and chef of Restaurant One Fifty Five in Bracebridge, who was volunteering his time overseeing the Harvest Hoe Down culinary creations, chief among them his entrée of Seared Ostrich with Port & Cumberland Sauce. Located in the farm's recently renovated log cabin, Brooklands original dairy, with its state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen, I discovered Chef Rickard, along with a handful of Dad's of Muskoka, helping with the appetizers and organizing the courses to come. Busy as they were, they took the time to chat with me and let me take some photographs of them as they cooked.
The original Riley log cabin and homestead has been renovated with a gourmet kitchen for hosting cooking classes and prep for the evening's Harvest Hoe Down
Chef Mike Rickard of Restaurant One Fifty Five in Bracebridge was the featured chef for the second year in a row at the 'Dad's of Muskoka' Harvest Hoe Down
Chef Rickard has catered the high spirited event for the past two years, with his restaurant being voted 'Best Fine Dining in Muskoka' since opening its doors in 2008. Concentrating on local ingredients and seasonal dishes, One Fifty Five is a member of Savour Muskoka, a network of chefs, restaurants, and farmers committed to providing locally produced foods in the Muskoka region and are committed to supporting the growth of local farming and culinary artisans. One of the cornerstones of Savour Muskoka, being the organic produce of Ken and Katya's Brooklands Farm. Just outside the log cabin kitchen was DOM Howie Owens, stirring an enormous pot of Butternut Squash and Pumpkin Soup, our first course of the delicious dinner soon to be served, courtesy of the Griffin GastroPub in Bracebridge.
Soup Maestro and Dad of Muskoka Howie Owens
A gorgeous warm September night, the barn looked so inviting with twinkle lights,
laughter and the sound of the band playing
Griffin Gastropub owner and acoustic folk artist Jed Corbeil
on stand-up bass was part of the band playing all night at the Harvest Hoe Down
Long wooden tables were set for 100 guests, with loaves of freshly baked
'All Fired Up' foccacia set out on log cutting boards
The Harvest Hoe Down dinner menu featuring a fabulous four course dinner complete with wine and beer pairings — not to mention the six appetizers and cocktail beforehand!
Dinner began with a Butternut Squash and Pumpkin Soup with sage and a maple syrup infused sour cream, followed by 'Beat the Wheat Gluten-Free Pasta' en Papillote with Shiitake, Porcini, Cloud Ear Fungus and Oyster Mushrooms and garnished with Truffle Oil, Pecorino, Arugula and Sage. The entrée, created by Chef Mike Rickard, was Seared Ostrich served with Johnston's Cranberry & Port Cumberland Sauce with Crab Apple Chutney accompanied by a Warm Kale Salad and Brookland's Farm Carrots and Heritage Potatoes. For dessert, Big Dave's Flourless Chocolate Cake with Dark Chocolate Cheddar, Fresh Raspberries and Belly Ice Cream's custom Raspberry Lime Basil Sorbet. Accompanied with both wine and beer pairings, this was a Harvest Hoe Down with culinary flair.
Garofoil Verdicchio Classico
Brookland's Farm Butternut Squash, Pumpkin, Sage & Maple Syrup Soup
prepared by The Griffin GastroPub in Bracebridge
Heritage Grain Wood-Fired Foccacia from 'All Fired Up'
Malivoire Small Lot Gamay
'Beat the Wheat Gluten-Free Pasta' with Shiitake, Porcini, Cloud Ear Fungus and Oyster Mushrooms garnished with Truffle Oil, Pecorino, Arugula and Sage en Papillote
The Papillote opens with a glorious scent of wild mushrooms, truffle oil, pecorino
and sage with the frilly cloud ear fungus perched on top
Muskoka Brewery Harvest Ale paired with the Seared Ostrich
The entrée created by Chef Mike Rickard: Seared Ostrich Fan/Pearl/Oyster served with a Johnston's Bala Cranberry & Port Cumberland Sauce with a Crab Apple Chutney accompanied by a Warm Kale Salad and Brookland's Farm Carrots and Heritage Potatoes
A Vegetarian Entrée option: Curried Basmati Rice with Dried Fruit and Roasted Squash served a hollowed out baked pumpkin and served with Brookland's Farm Carrots and Heritage Potatoes
Red oil lanterns and dried corn added to the festive Hoe Down atmosphere
Vintage glass milk bottles from the Farm's original dairy days
The evening's 'Best Dressed Couple' — Our "moooooooving" hosts Ken and Katya Riley,
owners of Brooklands Farm
Big Dave's Flourless Chocolate Cake with Dark Chocolate Cheddar, Fresh Raspberries and Belly Ice Cream's custom Raspberry Lime Basil Sorbet
No hoe down would be complete without good old-fashioned knee slappin'
barn raising country music — Yee-Haw!
Algio Olio
Serves 4
Recipe courtesy of 'Beat the Wheat'
This recipe is a very versitile recipe. It is easy to make and you can add other ingredients such as sliced peppers, mushrooms or even shrimp or scallops.
300g Beat the Wheat Spaghetti
2 large cloves garlic, chopped
handful flat leaf parsley, chopped
4-6 tbsp of olive oil
1 pinch
2 tbsp chicken stock
4 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan
Salt to taste
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add Beat the Wheat Gluten-free pasta to boiling water, cook for 2-3 minutes, for al dente. In a pan, sauté the garlic in olive oil. Add the chili flakes and season with salt. Add the chicken stock, and stir until the sauce emulsifies. Add fresh parsley. Take off heat, add the Parmesan and enjoy.


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Creative Genius and Lead Blonde Bombshell that looks after all the DOG HOUSE pups (our instructors). She is a woman on the streets but an absolute animal on the bike.
Emma has this amazing energy and passion that she puts into everything she does. She is a giver and a doer being incredibly determined and enthusiastic. She feeds off other peoples energy which gives her an insane boost seeing you all work so hard in her class
Specialising in vinyasa flow and yin yoga, Filly's classes are playful & explorative. You'll leave her classes feeling calm, centred and deeply relaxed - just what you need after a long day.
Jess is our Canadian export with energy so high you'll feel like you're in Ibiza. She'll push your boundaries in ways you never thought possible, while keeping it so fun and motivating you won't even realise you're training .
Small, but definitely packs a punch, meet Karis. Usually described as a fiery ball of energy by clients, colleagues and peers.
Katie's spin classes are full of jumps, climbs and sprints with an aim to spike your heart rate. She wants to hear the music loud, pumping and partying with her on the bike.
Lisa wants to inspire people to feel positively towards their bodies. Her number one goal is to make sure members leave her spin class feeling empowered and confident!
Matt believes it's all about the effort you put in, so be prepared for an intense and functional full body workout. His goal is to help you work hard so you push yourself to your max and leave the room feeling like a champ!
An ex stunt woman & screen fighter, Phoebe thrives in Martial arts & Functional strength training. Expect a human caring experience with a whole lot of technique and fire!
Portia believes the key to a good workout out is consistently mixing things up combined with amazing tunes and motivation. Prepare to be pushed to your limits in one of her classes!
Don't let her sweet persona fool you, Sam will put you through a KILLER workout to the beat of top 40 pop hits and classics like Stevie Wonder that leave you feeling the burn!
Swapping a potential career in Law for the Fitness industry, Vijay always puts his passion first. Training in various forms of martial arts from a young age and competing in Kickboxing with a National title under his belt, you can trust he knows his moves!


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By Mike Ruffin
I'm serving as interim pastor of The Rock Baptist Church. A couple of Sundays ago, we had lunch together after the worship service. Everybody brought food.
There were about 30 people there. We could have fed 150. We had at least 12 baskets of food left over. It was all very Biblical. It was also lots of fun. Midway Baptist Church, the church to which my parents first took me when I was 10 days old (as my mother never tired of reminding me), and in which I was baptized into the church and ordained to the ministry, has been having Homecoming on the second Sunday in June ever since John the Baptist baptized Jesus.
Mike Ruffin
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Luke (2 Vols.)
Chapter OneLuke 1:1-4
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Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, 2 just as they were handed down to us by those who from the first were eyewitnesses and servants of the word. 3 Therefore, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, 4 so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught.
Original Meaning
The opening section of this Gospel (Luke 1:1-2:52) introduces the ministry of Jesus against the backdrop of his superiority to John the Baptist. Since John is a great prophet, Jesus as his superior must be even greater. The narrative also points to the promised regal deliverer of the house of David (1:31-35, 67-69). Since he comes according to God's promise and word, Luke's readers can be assured that God keeps his promises. This major theme dominates the entire unit. What God says, he will do. But before turning to this infancy period and one event of Jesus' preadolescent childhood, Luke introduces his entire work with a short preface of why he wrote his Gospel.
Whether one read the great ancient Jewish works like 2 Maccabees, the Jewish historian Josephus, or the Greek historian Lucian, ancient histories usually opened with a short explanation for the work. Luke's pastoral history is an "account" (v. 1) or narrative about Jesus, like others that have preceded his. It treats events of fulfillment, where God has been at work in a fresh and spectacular way to deal with the needs of humanity. He calls the previous accounts diegesis, which simply describes a narrative that can be oral or written. Since Luke uses the word epecheiresan in verse 1 (lit., "set one's hand to"), he may have written accounts in mind, while the report of the tradition in verse 2 may be oral. The oral tradition itself is rooted in those who saw and experienced what is reported.
The Greek in verse 2 makes it clear that the people referred to had two roles: They were "eyewitnesses" and "servants of the word." The combination of the single article ("those") and the trailing participle ("were") suggest this identification. Part of the certainty one gains from Luke's account comes from these roots. The fact that this material has been "handed down" highlights its being part of a stream of tradition, something the Jews knew how to handle with care. In the same way as the previous accounts came from eyewitnesses who were servants of the Word, so Luke's account has been constructed with care. He wants to join this tradition of rendering the Jesus story, adding new material and eventually providing a sequel, the book of Acts (v. 3: "therefore" is more literally "it seemed good also to me" and shows that Luke sees himself following in the line of these earlier precedents).
Luke tells us four things about his work before he tells us why he writes. (1) He has "investigated" the story. That is, he has followed it closely. He has taken a long and careful look at what he is about to tell us. (2) He went back to "the beginning." This is why he starts his story with John the Baptist, the forerunner, who points to Jesus. (3) Luke was thorough, having studied "everything." This is undoubtedly why there is so much fresh material in his account. About thirty percent of this Gospel is not found elsewhere, including several of Jesus' parables. (4) Luke worked "carefully," taking great care to develop his orderly account in a way that told the story clearly.
When Luke calls his account "orderly," he probably is not referring to temporal order. By examining the account and comparing it to other accounts, it seems clear that chronological order of events is not what he meant (cf. the relocating of the synagogue incident of Luke 4:16-30 much earlier than Mark 6:1-6). Rather, Luke is concerned to relate the account of Jesus' ministry in a logical way, including some topical arrangement.
Luke wants to reassure Theophilus, in order that he "may know the certainty of the things [he has] been taught" (v. 4). Theophilus was probably a new believer, who as a Gentile found himself in what had started out as a Jewish movement. He may have come to Christ as a God-fearer-that is, a Gentile who first came to Judaism and then to Christ. (This may explain why Luke loves God-fearers as he tells his story in Acts.) Theophilus may not be entirely at home in his new, racially mixed community, especially if he previously had allied himself to the older Jewish community. Does he really belong here? Luke is trying to show him that he does fit in and that God had brought him in by design, along with others who share the path of his journey.
Bridging Context
Introductions are like road maps-they tell us where we are headed. Even in the first century, the author of a major work often explained briefly what he was doing. For example, the author of 2 Maccabees wrote this about his work (2 Macc. 2:29-31):
Just as the architect of a new house is responsible for the construction as a whole, while the man undertaking the ceramic painting is responsible for estimating the decorative requirements, so, I think, it is with us. To make the subject his own, to explore its by-ways, to be meticulous about details, is the business of the original historian, but the man making the adaptation must be allowed to aim at conciseness of expression and to forgo any exhaustive treatment of his subject.
So now let us begin our narrative, without adding any more to what has been said above; there would be no sense in expanding the preface to the history and curtailing the history itself.
An ancient preface like this one informs the reader of the author's intentions. Histories in the ancient world had three functions: to entertain, to instruct, and to set forth in a concise, often summarized, form the case the historian wished to make. Usually the topic was about the people to whom he belonged. For example, in Jewish War, Josephus defended the Jews before Rome by explaining that only a fringe group, the Zealots, was responsible for the chaos of the war that led to Jerusalem's fall in A.D. 70. Thus, Luke explains the roots of a new movement, which he calls "the Way," by detailing the story of its founder and the tie he has to God's long-promised redemption. This is a story with a long heritage and an open ending, since the story of the Way is still being written.
Luke's preface tells us that his story is rooted in sources and his careful work. His goal, to reassure, means that he wants to solidify the understanding of those inside the movement that God is at work. Such solidification in a multicultural context like ours today is still necessary, even though we are no longer dealing with a new movement but one rich in history and heritage. The issue now is not, "Does the Way have a right to exist and should Gentiles be included?" but, "Is its claim of exclusivity for Jesus something that can be sustained in a world of instant communication and of multiple religious presence?" We sometimes forget that pluralism was also present in the ancient world. So Luke's address of Jesus' uniqueness comes from a context not unlike our own. Our multicultural awareness might be greater today because of satellites and television, but our need for God and for a true revelation of him is just as necessary today. In that sense, Luke's claims are as timely now as they were in his day.
One other key point is raised by this introduction. Luke makes clear his qualifications to present the story by stressing his carefulness and thoroughness. He underscores the credibility of what he has done, so that his work can be trusted. We may not write a gospel about Jesus, but we too must be sensitive to the fact that telling the gospel story means we must have credibility. Integrity is what produces authority, because all other authority is short-lived and temporary. Our strength comes when our message and our lives match. From the moment we meet people and they come to know we are committed to Jesus, until we actually share our message with them, the trustworthiness and ability to assure rests on the conjunction that exists between what we claim and what we do. To state it negatively, if there is no walk to match the talk, then all we will do is sow seed that will bear thorns of rejection. Part of the power in Jesus' story was the coherent mix he brought to his story. Everyone did not accept it, but they did recognize that something was different about him.
There are two additional points of contact between the original story and our world. (1) When we read any written document, we need to know what type of an account it is. Is it a mystery novel, a comedy, fiction, nonfiction? Knowing the type helps us to understand what is being said. This preface indicates both what we are reading and why it was written. The ancients, just like us moderns, knew the difference between history and fiction. A check of historians like Lucian, Josephus, and Thucydides 6 indicate how well they knew their task (e.g., Lucian, How to Write History, 39-40). The Gospel of Luke is narrative history. Although the author chooses, summarizes, and arranges how to present the events recorded, the account is an attempt to chronicle what happened nonetheless. Just as a horror film will have eerie music in the background to identify the nature of the scene, so this preface tells us what kind of story we are reading-an authentic portrait of Jesus. We cannot ask this book to do more than it intends. In other words, we cannot expect it to reveal questions about the exact order of events or what precisely was said. Some arrangement is topical, and some of the dialogue is condensed in summarized presentation. When this occurs, we will try to note and explain how one can see that this might be the case. But, be assured, Luke wrote history, not fiction or myth.
(2) The background of Theophilus illumines our Gospel. Many people entering the church walk into a new world. The "church" society often has its own theological language, its initially strange customs, and its traditions of worship and interaction. At the start, the fit may seem awkward. To become a Christian in Bible times required a cultural shift, just as it does now. People today need to be reassured that the change in their life is for the best. They live in a world that often regards Christianity as a man-made religion, as a perversion of Judaism, as one of many ways to God, or as one cultural expression of religion. Luke argues that Christianity is unique, in that God worked in Christ for those who trust him. Luke reassures his Christian readers that they belong in relationship with God in this new community, the church. What God did in Jesus, he did for those who have come into this community, as well as for others like them who recognize they must come to God on his terms, not their own.
Contemporary Significance
The three points of application from the preface are linked to the two strands of contact we already noted. (1) Luke tells us of God's acts in history through Jesus. This main character is not a Savior made up in the image of a person's imagination. After all, who on his or her own would create a Savior who makes us all responsible for our sin and then chooses to pay the penalty for that sin by offering himself? Who would design a regal Messiah who is born in a stable and never wears a crown or sits in a palace? Who would make a hero out of a figure who was rejected by his own? This history cannot be concocted fiction. It is grounded in real events of an extraordinary figure with an extraordinary story. The unusual nature of the story is a testimony to its authenticity. Its reality is the basis for the assurance Luke wishes to give his readers. God has been working through the One he has sent to show us the way (Luke 1:78-79). In doing so, he has shown himself to be a God who cares about our character and our honesty before him. He also cares enough to be sure that provision was made for us.
(2) God wants us to sense that we fit into his community. He wants us to see that the Jesus story is not only about him, but about us-God reaching out with both power and humility to lift us up and bring us into his presence. God takes people who are "outside" his care and makes them "insiders," involved and related to the God of the universe. This is good news indeed. The entire story reassures us that God does what he promises. Thus the preface not only indicates we are dealing with history and his story, but also with our own. We can rest in the comfort of knowing that what God plans and reveals will come to pass. His promise to save us is a commitment to deliver us completely from sin and its devastation, a process that begins when we trust Christ and is completed when we share in glory forever in a sinless new heaven and new earth.
(3) We can trust the Gospel as we read it. Unlike some, even in the scholarly community, who argue that the Gospels are filled with much fabrication, Luke, as a solid ancient historian, records the real Jesus for us and reveals the heart of God in doing so. He may not have used footnotes as we do today, nor did he have a tape recorder to record Jesus' speeches, but he lived in a community that passed on tradition with care and was sensitive to telling the story accurately in a summarized form. He worked under God's direction, carefully passing on a tradition from those who saw what they preached (v. 2). We can read Luke with full confidence that God is introducing us to Jesus. God reveals himself in the Word so that we may know our real need and story. As John Calvin says,
Just as old or bleary-eyed men and those weak with vision, if you thrust before them a most beautiful volume, even if they recognize it to be some sort of writing, yet scarcely construe two words, but with the aid of spectacles will begin to read distinctly; so Scripture, gathering up the otherwise confused knowledge of God in our minds, having dispersed our dullness, clearly shows us the true God. This, therefore, is a special gift, where God, to instruct the church, not merely uses mute teachers but also opens up his own most hallowed lips.
Later in the same section he adds, "God, the Artificer of the Universe, is made manifest to us in Scripture, and that what we ought to think of him is set forth there, lest we see some uncertain deity by devious paths." Calvin is able to say this to us, because Luke has made clear that he did his work carefully and that God's promises are true.
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With its close to 70 million inhabitants plus the growing consumer markets in Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos, Thailand has cemented its strategic position in the regional consumer market. The consumer industry is growing at a rate of 5% per year from 2016 to 20121 with expenditure per capita in Bangkok reaching USD 334, some 60% higher than the national average. Products on offer in Bangkok are on par with cities in the developed world, e.g. Singapore, Tokyo, London and New York.
The modern urban generation has embraced salmon, much thanks to the popularity of Japanese cuisine in Thailand. Japanese cuisine is the most popular foreign cuisine in Thailand and there are close to 2,500 Japanese restaurants in Thailand corresponding to almost 10% of restaurants in Bangkok. Thai consumers are also becoming more health conscious leading to an increase in seafood consumption.
The export of seafood from Norway reached an all time high in 2017 with the export value close to 1.2 billion NOK. That was 17% above 2016 which was another record year. In 2016 the export value to Thailand increased a whopping 60%. Of 2017's total, 89% were salmon and trout and of this 66% was fresh airflown products. 2018 has started well for fresh salmonids, as of May 2018 the export is up 20% in volume and 17% in value. There are some challenges in the frozen salmonids segment, but we are expecting a rebound in the coming months.
Norwegian Seafood Council continues to market fresh airflown salmon and trout in Thailand and to spread the message that these products come almost exclusively from Norway.
According to Euromonitor International, consumer expenditure is expected to expand by more than 5% each year from 2016-2021 with growth in education, communication, and food. Thai people seek convenience coupled with a high level of service and a stylish lifestyle.
The education sector is expected to grow fast. Like in other emerging economies in Asia, Thai parents put emphasis on their children's development. Language training, tutorial courses and other extra activities such as dancing, music and sport classes are booming in Thailand.
According to the Nielsen research group, 21 million of Thailand's close to 70 million inhabitants are internet users. Of these 18 million users connect to the web through their mobiles. About one third of Thailand's 94 million mobile phone subscribers use smartphones.
Thailand remains in the top ten worldwide in social media usage in 2017. Social media has increasingly become an important tool for business marketing and for business success. Banks, telecoms, consumer goods makers and electronics firms, as well as the government, are active social media users.
The modern urban generation have moved into condominiums close to business areas and are looking for convenience in their daily lives . Visiting convenience stores and supermarkets for daily necessities and meals have become a must. Focus is on quality and value for money and people are willing to pay more for imported products. In general, Thai people are avid restaurant goers, and this can especially be seen in urban areas where the food and restaurant market is growing faster than the rest of the economy. Competition is stiff and many chain restaurants focus on a niche products likely to be embraced by the young urban population, e.g. yoghurts, desserts, coffee, bread or noodles.
There are major opportunities in the online retail industry in Thailand as purchasing patterns are shifting towards digital in the fast moving consumer goods sector. At present, online shopping accounts for only 0.6% of total retail sales, but the value of purchases via this channel almost tripled in 2015 and doubled in 2016.
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So I have fallen off the weblogging wagon again. Or is it that I got on the wagon again? These are the sorts of grand thoughts having a blog leads to. Blogold my ass!
Here's the situation. I have not ridden the last couple of weeks. Or however long it has been? But I did build up my old LeMond cross bike into a zippy 20lb townie so I plan to get back to riding it around right quick. Right quick. It is a pretty fun ride, I used the "magic gear" so I can use the vertical dropouts with no tensioner. 40×18 with a half link did the trick. And those are some of the coolest brake levers I have ever had, Tektro makes them, we stock them at the shop if you like what you see and want to see what you like every time you ride.


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Last year, I did a post on a home that was new on the market and stood out because of its distinctive decor: sophisticated, beautiful, transitional in style and very appealing. The house had me at the front door - a beautiful shade of blue, which in combination with the cream painted brick and the putty colored shutters makes a striking and inviting exterior. The fascade is highly symmetrical, yet distinctive with its rounded entrance and small porthole window above the entry.
I wrote about a room in this house again in my 'one picture' post - a blogger challenge in which I had to pick one picture that best represents my design style. I chose this picture because of the soft palette, the mix of traditional and contemporary elements, the clean lines, and the soothing, tranquil feel of the room.
Shortly after posting my 'one room' post, I received my Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles magazine in the mail (one of my favorite magazines for its coverage of the highlights of the Atlanta art and design scene - and the beautiful Atlanta homes that are featured, many of which I drive by several times a week). The house was featured on the cover, and the article filled in all of the background on the house and the room that the real estate listing could not; the home is one of the oldest homes in Buckhead, and was renovated by famed Atlanta architect Neel Reid in the 1930s. The designer is Margaret Bobsyshell, who decorated the house with a crisp color palette that was inspired by famed decorator Dorothy Draper. The paint color in my 'dream bedroom' is milk pail by Martha Stewart; the linens are by Leontine, and the beautiful bed is by Julia Gray.
(This picture: photography Erica George Dines)
To read the entire article, please visit the Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles site. New to the site is a digital version of the magazine, definitely worth checking out. To subscribe to Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles, click here. To see the real estate listing for this house, please click here.
Postscript: after my friend from the Architecture Tourist commented, I looked up the house in the tax records. I was quite surprised to see the transformation that the house has undergone in the past 10 years. It is amazing what a renovation can do!