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24 Apr "Days of Grace" – Doris Kareva (Bloodaxe Books 2018) reviewed for Mslexia by María Castro Domínguez
"Days of Grace" – Doris Kareva (Bloodaxe Books 2018) reviewed for Mslexia by María Castro Domínguez
Doris Kareva is one of Estonia's most widely acclaimed poets. And her mind-stirring poetry collection "Days of Grace" certainly underscores her pre-eminence.
The collection´s foreword, written by her translator Miriam McIlfatrick-Ksenofontov, comments on Kareva´s last text 'Lesson in Harmony', where Doris explains how her creative process was stimulated by her father the composer Hillar Kareva; consequently many of Kareva´s poems have a special musicality, which I suspect must be even more evident in Estonian.
The collection is divided into three parts: 'Pass of Silence', 'Clouds Letter to the Sand' and ´Leeward into the Light', each evoking an emotional response to three different stages in the passage of life, beginning with: ´Yes. / In the beginning was the Word´, and ending with: 'then the mind within will see/ the mind without'. The majority of poems are small and all are untitled, sustaining an implicit continuity throughout.
Kareva, Doris
Kareva touches nature – her poems bring to mind the French painter Claude Monet- but with a spiritual and universal impressionism that connects with the human experience. Each poem transcends artificial frontiers and achieves a completeness that seeps deep; polarities between nature and humanity, light and dark, blend softly together.
In one of the stanzas of the first part the poetic voice powerfully claims: 'All you need will come your way / in one or another veiled form. / If you recognize it / it will be yours'; finishing with a shocking line: 'The cost comes later'; which brings to mind Oscar Wilde´s quote: There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it.
Doris´ clear minimalism, latent in lines like: 'Stay uncut crystal' or 'twigging to the dream' takes us to a higher level of meaning where less is much more. Kareva´s poems offer the reader her unique vision of the world and like her poetic voice says: 'When I write/ I shepherd unheeding words'.
The poems of "Days of Grace" shine with a lyricism and emotion that lingers on, like a beautiful tune slipping forever in our heads.
(A seaside house) by Doris Kareva
A seaside house
always feels like it is a ship,
just landed.
Every night it goes wandering
across endless oceans,
eras, expanses.
Around it drift the stars,
in its heart weeps the hearth,
that no one kindles.
As a dog yearns for his master,
so a house by the sea
waits for its captain.
Translated by Tiina Aleman


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Definition of Knotholes
1. Noun. (plural of knothole) ¹
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Definition of Knotholes
1. knothole [n] - See also: knothole
Lexicographical Neighbors of Knotholes
Literary usage of Knotholes
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Eighty Good Times Out of Doors by Lillian M. Heath (1902)
"COLLECTING knotholes. Few of us have escaped the craze for making collections of one sort or another—be it paintings, china, foreign curios, postage stamps, ..."
2. Concrete Construction for Rural Communities by Roy Andrew Seaton (1918)
"For exposed faces of concrete walls, the lumber should be free from knotholes, irregularities, and slivers, and should be surfaced on one side. ..."
3. Our Field and Forest Trees by Maud Going (1916)
"If the knot is loose it falls out, and the boards are disfigured by " knotholes." This is why the lumbermen prefer the trees which grow straight up with few ..."
4. 739 Paint Questions Answered: A Reference Encyclopedia Answering Knotty by National painters magazine (1904)
"280 — Waterproof Putty for Joints and knotholes in Wooden Floors. A mixture of five parts, by measure, of fresh cheese (the so-called ..."
5. The American Naturalist by American Society of Naturalists, Essex Institute (1880)
"A common summer resident, breeding in deserted woodpecker's holes, knotholes and crevices, especially delighting in favorable situations about bu-ldings; ..."
6. Annual Report by Indiana State Board of Health (1914)
"The windows and doors are screened, but there are numerous knotholes and cracks in the walls that will admit flies in season. ..."
7. St. Nicholas by Mary Mapes Dodge (1888)
"It was only knotholes— nothing else ; some empty, and some with their knots in them ; but, oh, if you could have seen those knot-holes ! ..."

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How trusting are you of people? Now, what if I asked how trusting you are of businesses? I have a hunch your answer may have shifted. As customer experience professionals, we need to understand why trust matters to customers and what can be done to build it.
Enter Dan Ariely, professor of psychology and behavioral economics at Duke University. In The Trust Factory, he outlines five key mechanisms that boost trust and how businesses can apply them. Taking it a step further, I share my take on how we can use his findings to build trust through customer experience (CX) initiatives.
Here are the five elements of trust and how you can put them to work in your CX program:
- Established Relationships
Research shows that people trust more when they think their interactions will extend for a longer period of time. However, flashy promotions and the ability to easily shop around on the web can lead to less loyal customers and less trust in suppliers. Now more than ever, companies must foster long-term relationships to maintain trust.
How to build relationships using your CX strategy:Identify loyal customers through ongoing voice-of-customer research.
- Transparency
It's no secret that transparency helps build trust. Customers like to know what's going on in a business, and they feel more comfortable knowing company behaviors are being monitored.
How to improve transparency using your CX strategy:
- Encourage all feedback – good and bad – and make it easy for customers to provide it.
- Share your findings with customers – outline what you are doing or will be doing to address any shortcomings.
- Intentionality
People judge based on the underlying reasons behind a decision. That's why intentionality plays a critical role in building trust. Customers want assurance that business decisions are intentional and well thought out.
How to demonstrate intentionality using your CX strategy:
- Provide the explanation behind your decisions – if you base decisions on your CX research, let your customers know!
- Use existing or future CX communications to demonstrate that your actions align with customer values.
- Revenge
Somewhat surprisingly, revenge contributes to building trust. When the possibility for revenge – or the ability to provide feedback, reviews, etc. – exists, it reduces the sense that one party (the business) has more control than the other (the customer). Allowing for "revenge" can help increase customer trust.
How to enable revenge using your CX strategy:
- Devise a voice-of-customer survey, online tool or feedback forum that easily allows customers to share their thoughts.
- Promise customers something upfront if you fail to meet obligations. This could be the promise of free product returns if expectations are not met or even a free product or service to make up for it.
- Aligned Incentives
Playing the role of an adviser, rather than just a seller of a product or service, can be powerful in building trust. When companies recommend things clearly not in their best interest (i.e. recommending a less expensive offering), incentives become aligned with the customer. This creates trust in company intentions.
How to establish aligned incentives using your CX strategy:
- Have salespeople, account managers and other customer-facing staff encourage customers to provide their feedback, especially any negative feedback they may have.
- Offer customers simple ways to compare your products or services with those of competitors – take it a step further by allowing customers to provide feedback on competitors in your voice-of-customer surveys.
Now that we know the five key mechanisms of trust, you might still be asking, "Why does this matter?" Well, research indicates that greater customer trust leads to greater customer loyalty. And we all know greater loyalty can have a big impact on your business. What can you be doing today to boost trust through your CX program?


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How to Serve Handicapped Customers
The Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law in January 1992 and prohibits the exclusion of handicapped customers from enjoying everyday activities, such as eating in a restaurant or going shopping. Therefore, it is crucial that businesses make appropriate accommodations so they can serve handicapped customers as the law demands, but also provide generally fair and good customer service business practices.
Plan and build a wheelchair accessible ramp that leads up to your storefront door. This will allow you to serve more handicapped customers who want to shop at your business by giving them a specially designed entryway that is easy for them to use. Include rails and edge protection devices in the building of the ramp.
Provide more walking space in your store by widening aisles. The aisles should be large enough so that handicapped customers with wheelchairs, walkers or scooters will be able to easily fit and maneuver through them.
Construct your doors so they can be used by handicapped customers. Examples of handicap accessible doors are those that use handle bars or loops to open the door instead of a latch. In addition, electronic doors with push-button openers are safe and convenient for handicapped customers.
Place products at low enough levels so customers with handicaps can reach them. Alternatively, make sure that staff is on hand to help serve handicapped customers who need to reach products that are located on high shelves.
Create accessible tables for handicapped customers in wheelchairs. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines, a maximum height of 34 inches should be utilized in a restaurant or serving area if a business is accommodating handicapped customers.
Offer to serve handicapped customers with speech disabilities with a telecommunications device for the deaf. These devices translate a typed message that has been entered on a keyboard and allow for better communication between a business owner and her handicapped customers.
Consider implementing other ways to serve handicapped customers that will enhance the image of your business and overall service. A few examples are offering personal shoppers or helpers for handicapped individuals, implementing online ordering, as well as delivery services.
- Follow the ADA Guide for Small Businesses when implementing new handicap-accessible policies; it provides construction guidelines for many devices.
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Oh! Fable Anniversary Is Out Today With Mod Tools
Starting to write this post about Lionhead announcing mod tools for Fable Anniversary, I went to check the release date and price (you know, standard news post details), only to discover that crumbs! It's out today! That snuck up quietly, didn't it? Well there you go: Lionhead's fancied-up remake of ye olde Fable from a decade ago is out later today, and will have mod tools to mess with and replace art assets. That's the limit of their potential, but it's presumably enough to e.g. turn the final boss into Peter Molyneux dancing around wearing a dinosur onesie.
These mod tools aren't able to add brand new content because, Lionhead say, Anniversary "uses the same gameplay engine as the original Fable, which really wasn't designed with modding in mind."
Still, at launch you'll be able to download a version of the Unreal Engine 3 editor with the game's data, letting you replace art and animations as you please. Lionhead plan to add Steam Workshop support later.
Fable Anniversary is due to launch on Steam at 5 o'clock this afternoon. The remake brings all-new models and textures, a new lighting system, remastered audio, a new UI, and a hardcore 'Heroic' difficulty setting. If you're already sold on "Fable but fancier and with potential Molyneuxsaur," you can still pre-order with a 20% discount and a bonus DLC pack for £21.59.


text: Well, it looks like Intel's $700 million problem with its Series 6 Cougar Point chipsets is now one step closer to a resolution -- the company has just announced that the fully remedied B3 revision of the chipset will start shipping out on February 14th. That will bring with it an updated BIOS, full pin compatibility with the previous B2 chipset and, most importantly, a "minor metal layer change" that promises to improve "lifetime wear out with no changes to functionality or design specifications" -- in other words, a fix for that rogue transistor affecting SATA ports. Hit up the source link below for Intel's official notice (in PDF form).


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Playoffs have a way of establishing legends. The College Football Playoff is all of one installment in, and has a Joe Montana in the 1989 NFL Playoffs, a Reggie Jackson 1977 World Series, a Magic Johnson 1980 Finals thanks to Ezekiel Elliott.
"A monster," is how Urban Meyer described Elliott in Monday's postgame press conference, via ASAP Sports.
"It doesn't feel real," Elliott said in his postgame interview on ESPN, following the Buckeyes' 42-20 win over Oregon to claim the first national championship of the Playoff era.
Indeed, surreal is a more fitting description for Elliott's play in each of Ohio State's wins. Oregon was powerless to stop him on the way to 246 yards and four touchdowns in Monday's Title tilt.
"I knew going into the game that we wanted to run the ball," Elliott said. "We knew that our O‑line was bigger and more physical than their D‑line, and we just had to punch them in the mouth."
Ezekiel Elliott gave pundits renewed talking points concerning the Ducks' toughness, but Oregon is not alone. Alabama was similarly unable to slow Elliott on New Year's Day, when he went off for 230 yards and two touchdowns.
No one would accuse Alabama of lacking toughness up front; nor would they label Wisconsin a finesse team. And yet, before he rolled over Alabama and Oregon for 476 combined yards, Ezekiel Elliott pounded the Badgers for 220 yards in the Big Ten Championship Game last month.
Elliott didn't have a 200-yard rushing game before this postseason, but he certainly picked the right time to rip off three straight.
He'll have no shortage of motivation to make it four straight when Ohio State opens next season; the Buckeyes open 2015 on Labor Day at Virginia Tech, the one team that beat them in this championship campaign.
And, oh yeah, Ezekiel Elliott will be back. He's all of 19. At his age, I was trying to figure out how to get dates in between sessions of Counterstrike. It went about as well as strategies to contain Elliott these last three games, but I digress.
"We get him at least for one more year, so I can't wait to…start back to work," Meyer said. "I'll give you a couple days off, Zeke, and we're back at it."
Such a young age to go legendary — Elliott's picture will hang on walls in Columbus bars he cannot legally enter for over a year.
By the time Elliott's 21st birthday rolls around, Buckeyes faithful will have plenty to which to toast him. And by then, "underrated" most certainly won't be an adjective to describe him.
Urban Meyer: "Zeke Elliott is the most underrated back in America." And in the Big Ten.
— Blair Kerkhoff (@BlairKerkhoff) January 13, 2015


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How to Install Carpet With Attached Foam Backing
One of the advantages carpet has over other floor coverings is its insulation value; another advantage is the plush factor, which makes sitting or lying down more comfortable. Backing enhances both advantages, and when the backing is attached, it makes the carpet easier to install, because you can use carpet tape instead of tack strips to hold it down. Installing a paper barrier between the backing and the subfloor is recommended for two reasons: It prevents the backing from sticking to the floor, and it protects it from dust that blows through the cracks.
Vacuum the subfloor and remove the baseboards, if there are any, by prying them up with a pry bar.
Cover the floor with paper backing. Start laying it in a corner of the room, unrolling about 2 or 3 feet of paper and stapling it to the floor with a staple gun. Once the paper is secure, unroll the roll to the opposite corner of the room, flatten the paper and staple it down. Cut the paper off the roll with a utility knife. Roll out as many sheets of paper as you need to cover the floor in the same way, overlapping them by about an inch.
Stick double-sided carpet tape to the paper around the entire perimeter of the room. Leave the paper attached to the top side of the tape.
Bring the carpet into the room and unroll it to cover the floor. If there is a window, be sure the pile is running away from the window. Arrange the carpet so all its edges are climbing the walls by at least two inches. Make diagonal cuts in the corners with a utility knife to prevent the carpet from bunching up. If the carpet has a pattern, make sure the pattern is centered in the middle of the floor.
Go around the perimeter of the carpet and cut the edges with a utility knife. Do this by folding the top of the carpet toward you and pushing the crease into the corner with a putty knife. Hold the utility knife at a 45-degree angle while you cut.
Tape the carpet down after you have finished cutting the edges. Go around the perimeter, lift the edges of the carpet, and pull the backing off the tape at the same time, then press the carpet onto the tape.
Reinstall the baseboards by nailing them to the wall plate with 1 1/2-inch finish nails.
Things Needed
- Vacuum
- Pry bar
- Paper backing
- Staple gun
- Utility knife
- Carpet tape
- Putty knife
- Hammer
- Finish nails, 1 1/2-inch
- If you need more than one section of carpet to fill the room, place tape along both sides of the joint where the sections meet. The two lengths of tape should be no more than one inch apart.
- If the carpet feels smooth when you run your hand away from the window, the pile is running in the right direction.
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New recovery norms by RBIRBI issues new recovery norms
Apnaloan.com Research Bureau
03 Dec 2007
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has put out guidelines on the use of recovery agents, after giving banks a notice on its monetary policy statement last month.
It has proposed banks provide borrowers information (including contact details) about recovery agents in advance. It also advised banks against setting stiff recovery targets or offering agents high incentives, which may induce them to use intimidating methods for recovery.
The guidelines also propose that the Indian Banks' Association, together with the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF), conduct a certificate course for direct sales associates, marketing associates and recovery agents.
Analysts and bankers fear that loan recovery will take longer and banks could face a rise in defaults, especially banks such as ICICI and Citibank, as these have a large exposure in retail loans.


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ANVESHANA2019: International Conference on Envisioning the Future of Knowledge Engineering
Christ Academy Institute For Advanced Studies
Bengaluru, India, March 8-9, 2019
|Conference website
|Submission link
|Submission deadline
|February 8, 2019
Topics: semantic web and ontologies network security artifical intelligence and machine learning fuzzy logic and neural network
A platform for academicians and educational practitioners from all over the world to generate and disseminate new ideas in the domain of Knowledge Engineering
Submission Guidelines
All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference.
- Full papers covering the topics from the area of Knowledge Engineering focused towards the applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, Network Security and Cryptography, Semantic web and Ontologies, Image and Signal Processing.
Selected papers will be published in Scopus-Indexed Journals.
Submission deadline extended till 8th February 2019
The prescribed IEEE format for the paper is as follows
MS-Word or LATEX,Times New Roman 12
Double Spaced A4 Size,Two-Column Format
List of Topics
- Green Wireless Communication Networks
- Machine Learning & Intelligent Systems
- Robotics
- High Performance Computing Networks
- Core Network Architecture and Protocols
- Mobile AdHoc Networks
- Wireless Mesh Nertworks
- Sensor Nertworks and Embedded Systems
- Big Data Analytics
- Network Virtualization
- Parallel andDistributed Computing in Databases and Data Mining
- Peer to Peer Networks
- Middleware Services
- Cyber-Physical Systems and Networks
- Optimization & Computational Intelligence
- Fuzzy Systems and Neural Networks
- Image,Speech and Signal Processing
- Semantic Web and Ontologies
- Hybrid Soft Computing
- Information Security
- Cryptography and Network Security
- Wireless Network Security
Program Committee
- Rev. Fr. Joice CMI, Manager,Christ Academy
- Rev. Dr. Davis CMI,Principal,Christ Academy Institute of Law
- Rev. Fr. Antony CMI,Director,Christ Academy Institute For Advanced Studies
Organizing committee
- Conference Convener: Dr. Sangeetha G, Associate Professor,Dept.of Comp Science & Application,CAIAS
- G. Sabarmathi,Assistant Professor,Dept.of Comp Science & Application,CAIAS
- Jithy Lijo,Assistant Professor,Dept.of Comp Science & Application,CAIAS
- Ramesh Babu,Assistant Professor,Dept.of Comp Science & Application,CAIAS
Invited Speakers
- Dr. K. Venugopal, Vice Chancellor, Bangalore University
- Dr. Anand Paul,Kyungpook National University, South Korea
- Dr. Richi Nayak, Queensland University Technology, Australia
- Dr. M. Hanumanthappa, Chairman and Professor,Computer Science and Applications,Bangalore University
ANVESHANA2019 proceedings will be published by Christ Academy Publisher
The conference will be held in Christ Academy Institute for Advanced Studies, Bengaluru, India
All questions about submissions should be emailed to firstname.lastname@example.com


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After the election, newspapers and news services were filled with stories about children crying and suffering anxiety and distress over the election of Donald Trump as President. Many adults may have thought this to be an over-reaction. But we're talking about our youngest citizens, who have the sometimes disarming and sometimes disquieting tendency to speak the truth without the convenient filters adults use to soften the harshness of reality. Why would kids harbor such fear? There's a simple reason.
The generation that's now in primary schools is approximately half minority. By 2020, children under 18 will be majority minority. https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2015/cb15-tps16.html When Trump blew a fuse over a racial category, a religion, or an ethnic group, the blast hit perhaps up to half these kids in a very personal way. And when Trump delved into misogynistic ranting about women, a partially different half of this generation was directly impacted. They've been raised to believe that girls and women are worthy, and deserving of dignity and respect. The specter of a boorish pig in the White House flies in the face of everything that today's parents and schools try to teach. And remember also that large numbers of white children believe in diversity and respectfulness for all. They're more colorblind than the Boomer Generation. Many of their good friends aren't white, and they cherish and value their friends.
So, it would seem that Donald Trump, with his hateful cacophony, has likely frightened and offended over half of today's children one way or another. As they grow older, these childhood fears may well morph into anger and a desire for change. By the 2040s, America as a whole will be majority minority. Today belongs to the Republican Party. But its victory may have sown the seeds for its demise.
Monday, November 21, 2016
Why Children Are Afraid of Donald Trump
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Explore America's Campgrounds
Bayliner produces a range of sport and pleasure boats. The Bayliner 185 is an inboard-engine driven "bowrider" style craft. A bowrider has seats in the front, or bow, of the boat in addition to seating in the main portion of the boat. The Bayliner 185's engine uses a standard marine deep-cycle battery to start the engine and power the electrical systems. If you need to install a new battery in a Bayliner 185, all of the components can be accessed in the back of your boat.
Items you will need
Adjustable wrench
Replacement marine deep-cycle battery
Cola-based soda
Dock the boat and tie it to the cleats. Turn off the engine and any electrical devices powered by the old battery.
Open the engine compartment cowling by gripping the edge of the cowling and pushing down and to the back, firmly, until the cowling lifts at an angle and opens the engine compartment.
Remove the plastic cap from the battery housing to expose the old battery and the cables. Remove the red cable from the old battery terminal, then remove the black cable. If the cable ends are corroded, use the toothbrush dipped in the cola to remove the crud. The acid in the cola breaks down battery terminal corrosion.
Take out the old battery and place the new battery into the housing. Connect the black cable to the new battery's black terminal first, as this cable also acts as the grounding wire. Connect the red cable and place the housing cap back onto the battery housing.
Turn on the pump or lights to test the battery and connection, then close the engine cowling.


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Microsoft has taken the wraps off its next-gen games console, due to launch holiday 2020. Formerly known as Project Scarlett, the Xbox Series X promises to be the fastest, most powerful games console ever.
We've been wondering what Project Scarlett would look like ever since it was teased back in June, and now we know. Instead of your traditional rectangular box, Xbox has thrown a slight curveball with a tall, rectangular tower design for the Series X.
It can be positioned vertically or horizontally, but it's telling the press images have the console stood upright, more akin to a gaming PC tower.
There's an internal optical drive with a slot on the front for discs, although there's still no official confirmation whether it will play 4K-Blu-rays or if it will support audio formats such as Dolby Atmos.
Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, told Gamespot, "We wanted to have a dramatic upgrade from the Xbox One base console. So when we do the math, we're over eight times the GPU power of the Xbox One, and two times what an Xbox One X is."
Spencer also confirmed the console had been upgraded to use GDDR6 memory inside "to ensure that the memory itself is able to keep up with the CPU, GPU, and the bandwidth requirements".
Loading times is one area that was mentioned during the original Project Scarlett unveil, and Spencer reiterated it was something they were trying "to virtually eliminate" with the new console.
In his interview with Gamespot, Spencer also discussed the new console's new controller. On the face of it, the new one looks quite similar to the existing One X controller, but the Xbox Series X controller will come with a new hybrid d-pad, dedicated share button, improved latency and a handful of aesthetic tweaks (it's slightly smaller than the current controller).
There was no news on pricing or a specific launch date. All we know at the moment is Xbox Series X will launch holiday 2020, at the same time as Sony's rival PS5 console.
We'll be sure to bring you more information on the Xbox Series X and how it stacks up against its Sony rival over the coming weeks and months.
Xbox Project Scarlett: Release date, specs, and news for the next-gen Xbox
PS5: release date, price, specs and news for the PlayStation 5


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SEX shops in Nuneaton and Bedworth face an annual licence fee of #3,000 under plans being considered by the borough council.
The authority?s licensing committee is considering introducing the fee ? and a set of standard conditions ? in a drive to help make Nuneaton and Bedworth a nicer place to be.
The borough council has what it calls a Statement of Purpose and part of it relates to making Nuneaton and Bedworth ?a safe, clean and healthy place to live, work and visit.?
It now plans to introduce a licensing system for sex establishments in the borough.
There are currently three ?adults only? shops in the borough - two in Queens Road, Nuneaton, and one in Mill Street, Bedworth.
Robert Swinfield, the council?s legal and committee services manager, said statutory public notices had been advertised and added: ?Existing establishments which make an application before April 1 may continue to trade until the ?Adults only? shops could face feeapplication is deter-mined.?
He said the council had checked fees charged by other authorities, who had licensed sex shops, and it was felt that #3,000 was appropriate ? to cover the time spent in dealing with applications, particularly if there were objections, and enforcement checks and visits.
Members of the council?s licensing committee will discuss the proposals at their meeting on Thursday.


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Media Kit
Laura McHale Holland
Author, Dreamer, Storyteller
Laura McHale Holland is a speaker, professional storyteller, and award-winning author whose works include both memoir and fiction, from short story to novel length. Her books, often influenced by magical realism, include:
- The Kiminee Dream, 2020 novel
- Just in Case, 2019 short story collection
- Resilient Ruin, 2016 memoir, sequel to Reversible Skirt
- Sisters Born, Sisters Found, 2015 anthology
- The Ice Cream Vendor's Song, 2012 short story collection
- Reversible Skirt, 2011 memoir
Selected Blurbs
Kiminee Dream
Just In Case
From the first story in Just in Case to the last Laura McHale Holland explores the inner turmoil of the human condition in an unconventional way. This writer is a skilled storyteller who knows how to pull readers into her magical world where ordinary characters can be unpredictable and images can be misleading. … I haven't got a clue how the author gets to these mysterious locales, but she has surprises in store for me when I get there and it's always a fascinating ride.
– Barbara Toboni, author of Light the Way and The Bunny Poets
Resilient Ruin
Resilient Ruin is not your everyday growing-up story. … It is heartbreaking, but it is also about hope—that no matter how bad things get, there's always hope, and if we look hard enough, we will realize we are never truly alone.
– Jennie (Shi) Marima, author of The High Road
I was hooked into this story from the first page and carried along to the end by a fast-paced plot, believable, dynamic characters, and vivid sensory details. I came of age in the 60s so could easily relate to the times. As a reader, I felt like I was watching a movie from that tumultuous time as scenes came alive to me.
– Kathleen Pooler, author of Ever Faithful to His Lead
Sisters Born, Sisters Found
How refreshing to swing around this great, big world of ours following the stories of sisters. Whether factual or imagined, narrative or poetic, the short works in this appealing collection ring true.
– Amanda McTigue, author of Touch of Magenta
Reading Sisters Born, Sisters Found will impart an experience not soon to be forgotten. It provides a rich opportunity to dip into the lives of others for just a few moments and will expand and forever change your view on what sisterhood is.
– Holly W., Amazon Reader
The Ice Cream Vendor's Song
This is a book for writers who want to see the craft at its best and for readers who want to be titillated and thoroughly amazed. I know I was.
– Linda Loveland Reid, author of Touch of Magenta
I also love how Holland weaves her sentences—the end result is deliciously poetic and often brimming with paths. It's a joy to read the lines, regardless of what particular story you've on. Overall, this is a book that deserves to be tried and enjoyed and downloaded.
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Reversible Skirt
I love a good memoir, and I would put [Reversible Skirt] among my favorites. … If you love stories of perseverance and survival, if you love books that celebrate the human spirit, if you love books whose words bring the characters to life, you must read this book.
– C. Hoelter, Amazon Reader
Reversible Skirt is the tender telling of a girl's odyssey through an abusive childhood. The voice is honest. I feel as if I've known her all my life.
– H. B. Reid, author of The Connected
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Laura McHale Holland brings arresting worlds to life for readers through stories long, short, true and untrue in multiple forms.
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In all of her work, Laura McHale Holland strives to stir people's emotions and find hope hidden in unlikely places. Her novel, The Kiminee Dream, set for release in 2020, introduces a cast of quirky characters in a fictional Illinois river town where unseen forces both help and hinder, and people learn to rise in the face of adversity, accept what can never be and embrace big dreams anew. Laura's published books include two memoirs, two collections of flash fiction, and an anthology on sisterhood. In addition, three of her plays have been produced in San Francisco's North Bay region.
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Whether she is penning a memoir or novel, editing an anthology, writing flash fiction, or telling stories live, Laura McHale Holland's aim as an artist is to stir people's emotions and find hope in unlikely places. She thrives on following her imagination wherever it leads and encouraging others to do the same.
Very much inspired by the tremendous freedom and creativity found in today's independent publishing community, Laura formed a tiny publishing company through which she has published several award-winning books.
Laura's childhood memoir, Reversible Skirt, won a silver medal in the 2011 Readers Favorite book awards. It recounts from a vulnerable child's point of view the aftermath of her mother's suicide, when her father never acknowledged the tragedy and, to keep his family together, remarried in haste to a woman who was extremely abusive to Laura and her sisters. He subsequently passed away, leaving the three girls at their stepmother's mercy.
Laura's second memoir, Resilient Ruin, won the 2017 National Indie Excellence Award for new adult nonfiction. It's a tale of coming of age in the tumultuous '60s when Laura was in the care of a stepmom who offered no love or guidance. Laura rebelled, made mistake after mistake, and her life spiraled downward. The consequences were increasingly heartbreaking and, at times, brought her very survival into question. Yet survive, she did, with little of what she longed for, but all that she needed to start building a good life.
Laura's first collection of flash fiction, The Ice Cream Vendor's Song, is edgy and thought provoking. It won an honorable mention in the 2015 Readers Favorite book awards. Laura loves the flash fiction form, which requires a writer to create a complete story with minimal words. She released her second collection of flash fiction, Just in Case, in 2019.
In addition, Laura served as editor, publisher and contributing writer for the Sisters Born, Sisters Found: A Diversity of Voices on Sisterhood anthology. What began as a small project born of local readings on the topic of sisterhood became a collection of memoirs, essays, poems and short stories by 76 writers representing every continent except Antarctica. This book won a gold medal in the 2015 Next Generation Indie Book Awards and was named a finalist in the 2015 IndieFab Book of the Year Awards.
Laura's stories have also appeared in such publications as NorthBay biz magazine, the Noe Valley Voice, Every Day Fiction Three, Wisdom Has a Voice, My Gutsy Story, Every Day Fiction, And the Beat Goes On, and several Vintage Voices anthologies. Her one-act play Are You Ready?was produced by Sixth Street Playhouse and Redwood Writers, as well as shortlisted for the Short+Sweet Sydney 2015 festival. Another one-act play, You'll Be Sorry, was produced in 2016 by Friends of the Guerneville Library's Readers Theater. And her most recent play, Bankrupt, was produced by Off the Page Readers Theater in 2019.
An avid fan of story performance, Laura also enjoys freeing stories from the printed (or digital) page. In all of her work, she strives to illuminate hidden truths and inspire kindred souls to pursue their creative dreams.
Laura is available for interviews, speaking, or author events
A dynamic speaker, reader and storyteller, Laura is available for:
- Readings & discussion for book clubs or other literary events
- Storytelling for special events
- Lecturing on a range of topics
Lecture Topics:
- How to write short and flash fiction
- Strengthening your memoir by focusing on readers
- How to face and write about harmful childhood experiences; and writing with forgiveness in your heart


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Lake Moreno is located in the Natural Reserve Llao-Llao. You paddle surrounded by beautiful forests and magnificent views of Lopez Mountain, Capilla Mountain and the famous Llao-Llao Hotel. People staying at the Llao-Llao Hotel can start the excursion directly from its exclusive beach. Lake Gutiérrez is located in the Nahuel Huapi National Park only 30´ far from the city centre. We paddle in crystal waters at the bottom of Mount D´Agostini to reach off the beaten track places.
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Quote of Note | Loïc Prigent
"I've always said that the DNA of a house is a based on the personality of the founding designer. Mr. Dior was really mean, and the house is still mean. Chanel was crazy. At Louis Vuitton, there was no fashion, only bags, so there was not this big ghost over them. And Marc Jacobs has nice DNA. He works really hard—too hard, maybe."
–Loïc Prigent, speaking earlier this week at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology about his 2007 documentary Marc Jacobs & Louis Vuitton. Next up for the French filmmaker (Signé Chanel, The Day Before) is a look back at Yves Saint Laurent's final haute couture show. "I'm doing the interviews now," said Prigent, "and everyone is crying."


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John Kotar is an innovator and teacher. His development of the forest habitat type classification system has significantly improved forestry, with an increased understanding of forest plant communities and their relationships to the environment. His forestry research and education have paved the way for Wisconsin's leadership in forest certification.


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OGC Youth – Fridays @7pm
OGC Youth is a group for those in High School, secondary I to V.
It meets weekly at the church on Friday nights (September – May) at 7:00m for games, snacks, Bible-teaching and discussion, worship and prayer. Winter Kick off is Friday, Janary 10, 2020.
For the 2019-2020 school year there will be an apologetics teaching theme. 1 Peter 3:15 says to "always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who ask you to give the reason for the hope that you have." So, we will explore fundamental questions that Christians are asked and that Christian teens often have, such as: "Can we trust the Bible? How do we know God exists? Do all roads lead to God? Is Jesus God? What about those who don't know about Christ? What is the evidence for the resurrection? What about Science? Hell? Angels? Spiritual warfare? etc…"
We will consider what it means for youth to hold firm to biblical convictions and still engage in humble dialogue with the culture around us.
The youth leadership team this year will be Bryan & Erin Guinness and Allen & Sanaz Forouhar.
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- The first system launch in October 2011 set the foundation for RIT scheduling officers to use the new SIS to build the course catalog and schedule of classes for the the Fall 2012 quarter and future terms. The course catalog and schedule of classes became available for the rest of the campus to view in February 2011.
- The second launch occured in February 2011 and introduced portions of the system to help RIT's three admissions offices admit and matriculate the freshman class of 2012 and the new SIS was linked to RIT's financial aid system, ProSAM.
- Student records and student financials portions of the SIS launched in April 2012. Students, faculty, advisors, and academic support staff across RIT gained access to the new SIS and students used the new SIS for the first time to enroll in Fall 2012 classes.
- The fourth launch in July 2012 introduced the student financials portions of the system, allowing students and authorized parents/third parties to use the new SIS to access their student financials accounts.
- Additional functionality will continue to roll out following the fourth launch. In the 2013 RIT will introduce a new integrated degree audit tool that will allow RIT students to check their progress towards graduation in real time.


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This summer short has two pockets of each size at front.
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The only way to read the Monetary Policy Committee's (MPC) decision to cut the repo rate by 25 basis points is that it is meant to save face for five gentlemen and one lady.
Having made a boo-boo by misreading inflation signals last February, when the Urjit Patel-led MPC prematurely decided to harden the monetary policy from "accommodative" to "neutral", the committee stared in vain at data in the next two policies in April and June to find vindication for its presumption that inflation could roar back again.
The only one to roar back was the Chief Economic Advisor, Arvind Subramanian, who essentially told the RBI the last time that it had got its numbers badly wrong. After the June policy failed to cut rates, Subramanian noted in frustration that the RBI's "inflation-forecasting errors have been large and systematically one-sided in overstating inflation."
If he could have put it more bluntly, he would probably have said that the RBI doesn't seem to know its backside from its elbow.
If he could have put it more bluntly, he would probably have said that the RBI doesn't seem to know its backside from its elbow. There is little doubt that the RBI (or, rather, the MPC) has egg on its face, but has to pretend it isn't there. Having gone "neutral" when there was no case for it in the context of the severe demand compression that happened after demonetisation, it cannot easily now say that it was wrong and change course quickly.
It is thus seeking to justify the lack of evidence for its February policy shift as essentially precautionary in nature since things could always go wrong. Hence the statement: "The decision of the MPC is consistent with a neutral stance of monetary policy in consonance with the objective of achieving the medium-term target for consumer price index (CPI) inflation of 4 percent within a band of +/- 2 percent, while supporting growth."
The irony that a 25 basis points cut will do nothing to support growth is lost.
The Reserve Bank's verbal contortions to maintain institutional credibility is evident in one paragraph of the policy statement, a sort of indirect mea culpa offered without adequate contrition. After admitting that "the upside risks to inflation have either reduced or not materialised", and that the "baseline path of inflation, excluding the HRA impact (of Seventh Pay Commission) has fallen below the projection made in June, and that inflation, excluding food and fuel, has fallen significantly over the past three months", it adamantly states that it will watch "incoming data" to justify its retention of the "neutral stance."
This is like Newton lying under the apple tree hoping the apple will fall again so that he can prove the theory of gravity. A policy predicated on the belief that Murphy's Law will work with inflation is now being stood on its head when the Law is working in reverse: what was expected to go wrong isn't doing so.
All available data suggest that inflation is not a major threat in the next few months, except in specific vegetables where farmers tend to react negatively to any drastic fall in prices by planting too little in the next season. The recent farmer agitations for debt writeoffs were partly in protest against the fall in potato and onion prices, and even as that was happening, tomatoes were about to go through the roof, quoting at Rs 100 in some urban retail markets. The chances are inflation in the near future will be commodity-specific, and not generalised.
The chances are inflation in the near future will be commodity-specific, and not generalised.
June retail inflation was 1.54 percent and wholesale inflation at 0.9 percent, and this trend could continue at least for one more month. Core sector growth (of eight key industries) in June was just 0.4 percent, which means the full Index of Industrial Production (IIP) due in the next 10 days will be weak too. The core sector gets a weight of 40 percent in the IIP. The Nikkei Purchasing Managers' Index for manufacturing is now in negative territory (well below 50, which indicates contraction), and so a negative IIP cannot be ruled out even in July.
The economic disruption created by the implementation of the goods and services tax (GST) in June and July — the former for destocking, and the latter for rejigging supply chains to adjust to the new tax — will ensure that growth will remain anaemic in vast swathes of industry in the current quarter. A good monsoon will keep farm prices under check, and a strong rupee suppresses imported inflation. If revenues remain sluggish, public investment could also slow down, thus causing a further dent to growth.
The RBI can try and look hard for evidence that it is right, but so far it has been wrong, three policies in a row. There is a strong case for cutting rates by a larger amount (and immediately), given that industry is huffing and puffing to improve profitability or cut losses, and banks are thrashing about in turgid waters to keep their balance-sheets above the red mark.
A cut in rates is not only good for borrowers, but lenders as well, for any fall in bond yields shows up immediately in banks' balance-sheets as higher treasury income. (When bond yields fall, their prices rise, and banks can book profits by selling them.)
It is possible to say that the RBI can make amends in October by cutting rates then, but it's not the same thing. A 50 basis points cut now is better for signalling positivity than giving the same in homeopathic doses. The frog in hot water analogy holds good here. If you raise the temperate too slowly, the frog does not jump out before it is too late. By delaying his cuts, the Governor is giving industry a reason to do nothing when positive shocks could conceivably revive at least some animal spirits.
By delaying his cuts, the Governor is giving industry a reason to do nothing when positive shocks could conceivably revive at least some animal spirits.
Only ego stood in the way of the RBI doing more to help both banks and the economy.
The MPC is not God, and no one would have blamed it for going wrong on its forecasts once or twice. But the mistake is in not rectifying an error, when it is clear to everyone and the dog at the lamp-post that inflation is on the ebb.
The idea behind the MPC is that six heads are better than one. But one of the six (the RBI's Michael Patra) seems to have buried his head in sand, while four others (Governor Patel, Deputy Viral Acharya, Chetan Ghate, and Pami Dua) paid only lip-service to address the serious growth challenge the economy is facing. Only one remaining head, Ravindra Dholakia, has been able to hold it high by asking for a 50 basis points cut.


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Alkalizing Vitamin C is Dr. Cabral's personal go-to powder for high dosage use. Each scoop contains approximately 2.5g and easily mixes with water or your favorite beverage. Dr. Cabral's Alkalizing Vitamin C comes in a refreshing lemon flavor that literally revolutionizes the former "buffered vitamin c" sour flavor profile.
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Vitamin C's role in immune enhancement has been strongly evidenced in supplementation research to increase natural killer cell activity, lymphocyte proliferation and immune balance.1 Vitamin C is also a potent antioxidant, acting to neutralize free radical damage to cells, including DNA, lipids and proteins. As a free radical neutralizing agent, Vitamin C readily donates electrons to unstable molecules and breaks the chain of free radical damage to cells and tissues.2 Vitamin C is also involved in the synthesis of collagen, carnitine and neurotransmitters.2-4 The vitamin is considered essential to humans, and while most mammals are able to synthesize Vitamin C, humans cannot. As a result, exposure to smoke, pollution, radiation, heavy metal exposure and high-stress lifestyles all increase the body's requirement for Vitamin C.
Severe Vitamin C deficiency has been known for many centuries as scurvy, a condition characterized by subcutaneous bleeding, poor wound closure, bruising easily, hair and tooth loss, and joint pain or swelling.2 While scurvy is rare in the majority of today's population, current lifestyle factors raise the requirement for Vitamin C. Adequate intake and retention is necessary to maintain healthy Vitamin C status in the body.
Research has shown Vitamin C to have a strong relationship with cardiovascular health. In 2004, a pooled analysis of nine prospective cohort studies found that supplemental vitamin C intake (>400 mg/day for a mean of 10 years) supported cardiovascular health.5 A meta-analysis of 13 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) assessed the effect of Vitamin C supplementation on blood fats among 549 subjects, aged 48-82 years of age. Subjects received Vitamin C supplements or placebo at doses ranging from 500 to 2,000 mg/day for 4 to 24 weeks. Overall, Vitamin C supplementation had a significant impact on maintaining healthy blood fats. In addition, cross-sectional studies have indicated that plasma Vitamin C concentration helps maintain healthy blood pressure levels in both men and women.7-9
Vitamin C supplementation has been studied for more than six decades for its role in supporting the body during immune challenges. It has been shown to stimulate both the production10,11 and function12,13 of white blood cells, especially neutrophils, lymphocytes and phagocytes. These immune guardians have been shown to accumulate high concentrations of Vitamin C, which can protect these cell types from oxidative damage.14,15 Through its potent antioxidant functions, Vitamin C has been shown to protect white blood cells from self-inflicted oxidative damage.16
The antioxidant properties of Vitamin C and its role in collagen synthesis make Vitamin C vital to skin health. Keratinocytes have a high capacity for Vitamin C transport, to compensate for limited blood flow to the epidermis.18,19 Vitamin C's role in normal tissue repair and recovery may include promoting keratinocyte differentiation,20,21 stimulating the formation of the epidermal barrier and re-establishing the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the epidermis.22 Higher intakes of dietary Vitamin C have been correlated with a decreased risk of dry skin.23
1 scoop (6.5 grams) in a glass of water and drink once per day or as recommended by your health care professional.
1. Wintergerst ES, Maggini S, Hornig DH. Immune-enhancing role of vitamin C and zinc and effect on clinical conditions. Ann Nutr Metab. 2006;50(2):85-94. Epub 2005 Dec 21.
2. From: http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/vitamins/ vitaminC/. Accessed 1-28-14.
3. NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Vitamin C. http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/ VitaminC-HealthProfessional/. Accessed September 3, 2012.
4. Schlueter AK, Johnston CS. Vitamin C: overview and update. JEBCAM. 2011; 16(1) 49-57. http://chp.sagepub.com/ content/16/1/49.full.pdf html. Accessed August 23, 2012.
5. Knekt P, Ritz J, Pereira MA, et al. Antioxidant vitamins and coronary heart disease risk: a pooled analysis of 9 cohorts. Am J Clin Nutr. 2004;80(6):1508-1520.
6. McRae MP. Vitamin C supplementation lowers serum lowdensity lipoprotein cholesterol and triglycerides: a metaanalysis of 13 randomized controlled trials. J Chiropr Med. 2008;7(2):48-58.
7. Moran JP, Cohen L, Greene JM, et al. Plasma ascorbic acid concentrations relate inversely to blood pressure in human subjects. Am J Clin Nutr. 1993;57(2):213-217.
8. Block G, Jensen CD, Norkus EP, Hudes M, Crawford PB. Vitamin C in plasma is inversely related to blood pressure and change in blood pressure during the previous year in young Black and White women. Nutr J. 2008;7:35.
9. Myint PK, Luben RN, Wareham NJ, Khaw KT. Association between plasma vitamin C concentrations and blood pressure in the European prospective investigation into cancer-Norfolk population-based study. Hypertension. 2011;58(3):372-379.
10. Prinz W, Bortz R, Bregin B, Hersch M. The effect of ascorbic acid supplementation on some parameters of the human immunological defence system. Int J Vitam Nutr Res. 1977;47(3):248-257.
11. Jariwalla RJ, Harakeh S. Antiviral and immunomodulatory activities of ascorbic acid. In: Harris JR (ed). Subcellular Biochemistry. Vol. 25. Ascorbic Acid: Biochemistry and Biomedical Cell Biology. New York: Plenum Press; 1996:215- 231.
12. Levy R, Shriker O, Porath A, Riesenberg K, Schlaeffer F. Vitamin C for the treatment of recurrent furunculosis in patients with imparied neutrophil functions. J Infect Dis. 1996;173(6):1502-1505.
13. Anderson R, Oosthuizen R, Maritz R, Theron A, Van Rensburg AJ. The effects of increasing weekly doses of ascorbate on certain cellular and humoral immune functions in normal volunteers. Am J Clin Nutr. 1980;33(1):71-76.
14. Bergsten P, Amitai G, Kehrl J, Dhariwal KR, Klein HG, Levine M. Millimolar concentrations of ascorbic acid in purified human mononuclear leukocytes. Depletion and reaccumulation. J Biol Chem. 1990;265(5):2584-2587.
15. Evans RM, Currie L, Campbell A. The distribution of ascorbic acid between various cellular components of blood, in normal individuals, and its relation to the plasma concentration. Br J Nutr. 1982;47(3):473-482.
16. Jariwalla RJ, Harakeh S. Mechanisms underlying the action of vitamin C in viral and immunodeficiency disease. In: Packer L, Fuchs J, eds. Vitamin C in Health and Disease. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc.; 1997:309-322.
17. MacKay D, Miller AL. Nutritional support for wound healing. Altern Med Rev. 2003 Nov;8(4):359-77. [PMID: 14653765]
18. Steiling H, Longet K, Moodycliffe A, et al. Sodium-dependent vitamin C transporter isoforms in skin: Distribution, kinetics, and effect of UVB-induced oxidative stress. Free Radic Biol Med 2007;43:752-762.
19. Kang JS, Kim HN, Jung da J, et al. Regulation of UVB-induced IL-8 and MCP-1 production in skin keratinocytes by increasing vitamin C uptake via the redistribution of SVCT-1 from the cytosol to the membrane. J Invest Dermatol 2007;127:698-706.
20. Duarte TL, Cooke MS, Jones GD. Gene expression profiling reveals new protective roles for vitamin C in human skin cells. Free Radic Biol Med 2009;46:78-87.
21. Savini I, Catani MV, Rossi A, Duranti G, Melino G, Avigliano L. Characterization of keratinocyte differentiation induced by ascorbic acid: protein kinase C involvement and vitamin C homeostasis. J Invest Dermatol 2002;118:372-379.
22. Ponec M, Weerheim A, Kempenaar J, et al. The formation of competent barrier lipids in reconstructed human epidermis requires the presence of vitamin C. J Invest Dermatol 1997;109:348-355.
23. Cosgrove MC, Franco OH, Granger SP, Murray PG, Mayes AE. Dietary nutrient intakes and skin-aging appearance among middle-aged American women. Am J Clin Nutr 2007;86:1225- 1231.
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Surfers Ear
Surfers ear ( otherwise known as "exostoses") is a condition where the ear canal is narrowed by bone which grows slowly in the ear canal over a long period of time. The bone grows in lumps, which form bulges, behind which water may be trapped. The new bone growth is stimulated by exposure to cold water and cold air. Surfers ear is therefore common in New Zealand, the West Coast of the U.S. and the Coast of Australia.
Given enough time and enough cold exposure, the bony lumps (known as exostoses) may eventually completely close the ear canal off.
Normal Ear
Water gets stuck in the ear-those affected may need to shake their heads or hop vigorously to clear the ear canals
Ear canal infections - these may become increasingly common as the exostoses grow. Ususally they follow water exposure through swimming. The narrowness of the ear canals may make these infections slow to settle. The infections are treated with antibiotic ear drops and sometimes oral antibiotics.
Reduced hearing - this is a late and uncommon problem-- however the hearing may be temporarily affected when the ears are infected
Some exostoses do not require any treatment, but once these have been diagnosed it may be wise to protect the ears from cold water exposure using ear plugs (such as 'Surf Ears' or 'Docs Pro plugs' and/or a neoprene headband or hood. This may slow down the growth of the exostoses.
Water blockage may often be successfully managed using "Vosol" ear drops after swimming other water exposure. These displace moisture and help dry and acidify the ear canal, reducing the risk of ear canal infection.
If the exostoses are causing persisting problems with ear water blockage or ear infections they are best removed.
Surgical Treatment
This is performed under a general anaesthetic (you are asleep). It is often done on a "day stay" basis, or with one overnight stay at Gillies Hospital.A cosmetic incision is made to hide it in the crease behind the ear, and the skin is carefully protected prior to removing the exostoses with a tiny drill and/ or chisel. In my experience, this is the best and safest way to do the operation, and has the lowest risk of repeat surgery being required in the future. Antibiotic coated dressings are left in position in the ear canal for 3 weeks, then replaced for another two weeks, following which ointment only is applied. Altogether, it takes 7-12 weeks for the ear canal to copletely heal.The ear must be kept dry during this time. The skin incision is closed with dissolving stitches and protected with a thin layer of skin glue. A bandage is worn for the first night only. Hearing tests are performed pre operatively and at 10-12 weeks post operatively. I commonly will do both ears, spaced a week apart, and in this situation a hearing test is done before the second op.
There is only modest discomfort following the surgery for exostoses-- which is usually easily managed with paracetamol and an anti- inflammatory. These are usually taken for a week post op. I advise avoiding heavy lifting or straining for two weeks afterwards, which may mean "off work" and "no gym" for some people. Plenty of walking for light exercise is fine.
In my experience, this operation only needs to be done once in a lifetime.
Here are some examples of ears which have been widened.
|Pre op right ear
|Post op right ear
|Pre op left ear
|Post op left ear
Risks of surgery
Fortunately, in experienced hands these are all very rare indeed. These may include:
- General Anaesthesia- In general, most people having this operation are fit, active and well. For those with no other medical conditions, the risk of a life threatening consequence is less than the risk of driving to the clinic, and less than the risk of flying- something most people will do without a second thought. All patients are assessed and advised pre operatively by a specialist anaesthetist.
- Scarring- this may very rarely occur behind the ear or in the ear canal.
- Ear drum or hearing bone damage
- Hearing loss. In any ear operation there is a risk of approximately 1% of this occurring, due to drilling noise or other factors. This may be measurable on a hearing test, but is not necessarily always detectable by the consumer. Since 1997 when I first started operating in private practice, I have not had a case where a patient mentioned hearing loss after ear canal healing.
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ear). This is quite common (but rarely troublesome) in the few weeks post operatively while the ear canal dressings are in place, but almost always resolves when they are finally removed.
- Facial nerve injury. I have never seen this occur, but it has been described in otolaryngology journals.
Benefits of surgery
- No water trapping-- the ears clear completely and easily
- No need for ear plugs!
- You can hear (and converse) while out on the water
- Substantially reduced risk of ear canal infections
The information on this website is for general guidance only. For specific advice relating to your exostoses, please call 631 1965 to make an appointment.


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Marvin's Camp
for Children with Special Needs
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A few weeks ago, Governor Cuomo announced that summer camps would be permitted this summer. However, we were uncertain how this would affect children enrolled through Medicaid Waiver for Inclusion and Marvin's Camp. Since the Governor's announcement, we have been in daily contact with OPWDD seeking guidance and authorization to open enrollment for Marvin's Camp.
We recently received notice that Camp respite has not been authorized to resume services since the COVID-19 PAUSE has been put in place. The JCC, as the waiver provider, is on hold by OPWDD from providing that service at this time. Furthermore, parents/guardians would not be paid or reimbursed through self-direction/Medicaid if parents chose to pay out of pocket for camp.
All of us at the JCC are heartbroken over the decision not to open Marvin's Camp this year, but we must abide by this OPWDD mandate. We will continue to reach out to care managers to collect the required documentation in the event that OPWDD changes its decision.
While we are saddened by this news, we remain hopeful and look forward to serving your family in the future. If you have any further questions, please contact Tim Esposito at email@example.com.
Marvin's Camp for Children with Special Needs
Ages: Children ages 6 – 21
Camp Dates: Monday, July 6 – Friday, August 21 (7-week program)
Full Day program
(Interviews required for all new campers)
The Lillian Schwartz Day Camp & Marvin's Camp are approved to accept funding through Medicaid Waiver & Self-Direction. If your camper does not have funding through OPWDD, please contact Timothy Esposito at email@example.com for additional information about fees for camp.
- Marvin's Camp – Juniors:
Campers in Grades K-8
3:1 camper to staff ratio
- Marvin's Camp
Campers in Grades 9+
3:1 camper to staff ratio
- Marvin's on the Road Everyday (M.O.R.E.)
Campers in Grades 9+
5:1 camper to staff ratio
All Marvin's Camp programs are led by highly experienced staff with degrees in special education, social work, and school psychology and is staffed by highly trained, energetic, devoted, and child-friendly counselors. We maintain low staff to camper ratios to ensure excellent care and attention to each camper.
- Marvin's Camp & Marvin's Camp- Juniors provide an educational, creative, socially and emotionally safe environment for children and teens with special needs. The camp is committed to providing children with a positive and enriching day camp experience and to enhancing the camper's activities of daily living. Campers swim twice daily (including an instructional swim period) in our beautiful aquatic complex. They receive instruction in a wide variety of sports activities, a challenge course, music, arts and crafts, dancing, outdoor cooking, drum circle, and Israeli culture. Their minds are expanded by activities such as Fun with Science and Animal Discovery, where they learn about and interact with live animals. The weekly schedule is further enriched by spectacular weekly shows and special events such as the camp carnival, Independence Day celebration, community service oriented Day of Caring and Sharing, and Family Visiting Day. Campers go on weekly trips to popular destinations including iPlay America, Keansburg Amusement Park, Sesame Place, Medieval Times, and Bounce U.
- Marvin's on the Road Everyday (M.O.R.E.) provides campers with an opportunity to engage in and explore their community. If your camper thinks the best part of camp is the trips, then Marvin's On the Road Everyday (M.O.R.E.) is how your camper should spend his/her next summer. Campers (ages 15-21) are invited to pack their backpacks, grab their sunscreen, and hop on the bus to the coolest destinations in the tri-state area.
Door to Door Transportation and Hot Lunch are available for an additional fee.
Unit Director: Nick Plataroti
Nick Plataroti has been a part of Marvin's Camp at the JCC for seven years. He spent four years as a counselor, and two years as an Assistant Director. Nick is thrilled to be coming back to camp this summer as the Unit Director of Marvin' Camp. During the school year, Nick is a Substitute Teacher for the NYC DOE (Department of Education), a counselor in Kidz Klub Afterschool program for the youth department, and the Coordinator for Afterschool Juniors program, which is an afterschool program for children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorders). Nick is very excited to be returning to camp this summer and hopes that it will be the best summer yet!
Favorite Camp Memory: Watching campers have fun at all activities!
Favorite Musician/Musical Group: Sum 41
Favorite Food: Chicken Cutlets
Favorite TV Show: Shades of Blue
Something most do not know about you: I have two siblings with special needs
Favorite Spot at Camp: The pool
Favorite Vacation Destination: Aruba


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Uttarakhand is a place of amazing beauty and serenity that will enchant every traveler that steps there. The breathtaking view of the Himalayas gives you a keen sense of spirituality and calmness. There is a variety of things for an avid traveler to do in Uttarakhand. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
1. Masoorie – The Queen of the hills is the apt name for this beautiful and stunning hill station. The weekend getaway or mostly a honeymoon destination, Masoorie will keep everyone happy with its wonderful weather and sights to see. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
Essential Information
- Nearby Places: Coming this Masoorie, then do not forget to visit Dehradun, Rishikesh and Haridwar. Ideal Visit Time: 1-2 days.
- Famous for: If you wish to get indulged in the beauty of the Hill station, panoramic views and hearttouching serenity then you must go for it.
- Major Attractions: Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba and Happy Valley are some of the major attraction.
2. Dehradun – Dehradun is the capital city of Uttarakhand and it is place worth visiting. It is a picturesque location and has the wonderful view of the Himalayas. The Ganga flows from either side of the city and this gives it a holy feel. You can visit the forest research institute in Dehradun. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
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- Nearby Places: What you must not skip at any rate is Masoorie, Rishikesh and Haridwar.
- Ideal Visit Time: 1 day.
- Famous for: It is widely known as the best Hill station having the breathtaking landscape and eye-catching views.
- Major Attractions: If you are heading to it then do not forget to visit to have blessings of the Sahastradhara and Tapkeshwar temple.
3. Nainital – This little valley is a popular choice among families and couples. The Naini River that flows through is also popular with all. The greenery that is present in Nainitaal is breathtaking. You can go trekking or camping in Ranikhet. You can also check out the zoo. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
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- Major Attractions: If talks about the major attraction it is Naini Lake and Naina peak.
- Nearby Places: Haldane and Almora are the nearby place.
- Ideal Visit Time: 1-2 days.
- Famous for: This lovely place is all set to make you fall in love with the lovely Hill station, panoramic Views, breathtaking Lakes, and the incredible Serenity 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
4. Rishikesh – Known as the adventure capital of India, Rishikesh is the perfect place for all the wild adventurous sports. You can go trekking up the hills and do water sports like kayaking, white water rafting, etc. Enjoy the breathtaking views and even see some of the ashrams. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
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- Nearby Places: You can also visit if done with Rishikesh tours like Haridwar, Dehradun and Masoorie.
- Ideal Visit Time: 2 days. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
- Famous for: As the name of this place is already indicating that it is all about to experience the spirituality. But apart from it, you can head to it to have a lot of Adventure sports, Temples, Ghats.
- Major Attractions: If talks about the major attractions it is Shivpuri, Beatles Ashram and Neelkanth Mahadev. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
5. Haridwar – This is the pilgrim capital of India. Get into your spiritual side and visit all the holy places in Haridwar. Take a dip in the Ganga and speak to the gurus for any spiritual advice. The Ganga Aarti is very auspicious too.
Essential Information
- Nearby Places: Rishikesh, Dehradun, Masoorie.
- Ideal Visit Time: 2 days.
- Famous for: For the people having true inclination toward spirituality must visit Haridwar as it is widely known for spirituality, incredible temples and auspicious Ghats.
- Major Attraction: Har Ki Pauri is one of the biggest thing for which people come to visit all around the world.
6. Chamoli – Chamoli is known for its shrines and temples and all things that are part of the Hindu mythology. It is famous for its Chipko movement. The serene beauty of this place makes it a must visit for most tourists. It has something for all travelers – nature lovers, photographers, adventure buffs, etc.
7. Binsar – Binsar is located in the picturesque location of a wildlife sanctuary. It gives you amazing views of Nanda Devi, Kedarnath, Nanda Kot and Chaukhamba. You can choose to live in a homestay at Binsar for that real local feel. It has lovely safaris in the wildlife sanctuary too. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
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- Ideal for: if you are writers, nature lovers or peace seekers, Binsar will be a paradise for you.
- Ideal duration: 3 to 4 days
- Why: You must head to Binsar if looking for jazz up your mind staying away from the hustle-bustle of the city.
- Best time to visit: The best months starts in between of October & November
8. Jim Corbett National Park – World famous Jim Corbett National park is a must see on a wildlife enthusiast's list. This home to the Royal Bengal tigers has several species of birds, animals and also plants and trees. You can go on a safari or a hiking trail all through the year. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
9. Almora – This is one of the best places to visit during the summers. This romantic destination makes it perfect for honeymooners too. Trekking and adventure sports make it great for solo travelers also.
Essential Information
- Nearby Place: Nainitaal is adjacent to Almora and you can visit if Almora tour is done.
- Ideal Visit Time: 1-2 days. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
- Famous for: It rules over visitor heart because of having Kumaon Regiment, Temples, Himalayas and Hippie trail.
- Major Attractions: It has many attractions like Kasar Devi Temple, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
10. Auli – Auli gives you a majestic view of the Himalayas and is also next to Badrinath. There are a lot of mountain sports that you can complete here. The snow capped mountains also offer ski lovers a great retreat.There is so much to do in Uttarakhand that it can be your best tourist spot for the whole year round. Get a chance to do all the adventure sports and also get your spiritual edge a boost here. 10 Best places to visit in Uttarakhand
So, what are you waiting for? It is time to head to Uttarakhand to have a lot of fun. Stay connected with Jiyo Pal Pal… Have A Happy Reading ..:)


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Disney's Playdom Publishes Third-Party Social Game Title Triple Town
Seeking a larger audience to play its game, Spry Fox has formed a partnership with Disney's Playdom to publish its social game Triple Town on Facebook.
Starting next week, Playdom said it will begin publishing Triple Town, which has already been on Facebook for some time.
Spry Fox said it will retain all creative authority over the game, and added that, going forward, it won't have to worry about acquiring new users or figuring out how to run advertising campaigns.
In a statement, Spry Fox said: "Our games have reached millions of users, but never concurrently. We have constantly worried about our ability to scale without major service interruptions or other related problems … We are grateful for the opportunity to learn from [Playdom] and lean on them."
The idea of publishing third-party content is not new in the world of gaming, but it is for Disney's Playdom. It said while it sees an opportunity to leverage the creativity of independent developers, it will not be at the sacrifice of developing games internally.
Over the past year, Playdom has struggled to keep up its development after being acquired by Disney, but now it claims to be back on track and has more than a dozen titles under development, including a game based on Marvel superheroes.
"Playdom's in-house development studios are still hard at work … but we also recognize that there are a lot of independent social game developers creating amazing new experiences, too," the company said in a statement.
Spry Fox's Triple Town, a puzzle game that challenges players to build cities by matching three or more of the same game pieces, has received some acclaim of its own. The trade magazine Gamezebo recently named it the best game of 2011.


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For the second year in a row, the Trust for Public Land ranks Minneapolis' park system first in the nation. Minneapolis parks inched past St. Paul parks, which were ranked number two in the nation.
The Trust for Public Land's ParkScore Index was released on May 26th and gave a perfect score to the Minneapolis park system. Minneapolis scored higher than average in virtually every category. Categories included access to parks, park size and park amenities.
Ninety-five percent of Minneapolis residents live within a 10 minute walk of a park. Fifteen percent of Minneapolis' land is dedicated to parks. The median size of a Minneapolis park is 6.5 acres, compared to St. Paul's 3.7 percent median.
Jayne Miller, who is the superintendent of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is quoted in saying, "We are working continuously to improve our parks, with a focus on the most racially diverse and economically challenged areas in the city." She goes on to say that "during the last five years, we have invested significantly in parks throughout the city."
Adrian Benepe, the senior vice president and director of city park development for The Trust for Public Land says that "investing in park systems is great news for public health, the environment, and local economies".
Parks near the Portland Tower include Elliot Park, Gold Medal Park and the new Commons Park being developed near U.S. Bank Stadium.
To see a full list of park system rankings and obtain more in depth information click here


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P.O. Box 12068, State Capitol
Austin, Texas 78711
Tel. (512) 463-0112
March 16, 1999
AUSTIN -- Repeat offenders of domestic violence will face tougher consequences under a bill approved today by the Texas Senate. Senate Bill 24, authored by State Senator Jane Nelson, R Flower Mound, makes anyone convicted of a second assault against a family member or household member subject to a third-degree felony charge.
Under current law, the first two convictions are considered Class A misdemeanors. Subsequent convictions result in a state jail felony, which results in automatic probation. Under Senator Nelson's proposal, a second conviction triggers penalties of between 2 and 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
"Despite our efforts to curb this epidemic of family violence, the problem is getting worse. It is obvious that repeat offenders think they can get away with their abuse," Senator Nelson said. "With this legislation, we are going to change their minds very quickly. The Senate's decision today sends a clear message that in Texas we will no longer tolerate acts of violence that tear apart our families."
SB 24 is the fifth Nelson bill targeting family violence to pass the Texas Senate this session. Other Nelson bills currently before the Texas House are: SB 23, which extends the duration of an emergency protective order from 31 to 61 days; SB 50, which extends the duration of permanent protective orders from one to five years; SB 461, which allows a judge to order as a condition of probation that convicted abusers pay up to $100 to a women's shelter; and SB 588, which allows a judge to suspend concealed handgun licenses when issuing a protective order.
Another Nelson bill, SB 22, would classify acts of family violence that end in serious bodily injury as a "3g offense," a category reserved for the most heinous crimes. This designation would require that 3g offenders serve at least half of their jail sentences. SB 22 is pending before the Senate Criminal Justice Committee to determine fiscal impact.


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Development proposal assessment of a speculative land development opportunity on four adjoining residential sites for 84 apartments and 89 car spaces in western Newcastle.
This project included an assessment of all pre-development expenditure, likely sales outcomes, likely return on investment and an appraisal of risks, benefits and other criteria as required by the client.
Capital Syndications concluded that this initiative carried too much financial risk of failure for the capital outlay required. Recommendation was made to consider a down-sized scheme.


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Blog Archives
What causes hives and how to treat them?
Name Hives is a types of allergy, also called urticaria, are an outbreak of swollen, pale red bumps, patches, or welts that appear suddenly on your skin.Appearance Hives usually cause itching, but may also burn or sting. They can appear anywhere … Read more
Tips for Hives Treatment At Home
Hives are a type of allergic or immune system reaction that occurs when something triggers the release of a chemicals, including histamine, from cells in a person's body. The small light red bumps or hives which make your skin look … Read more


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I was facing an issue recently with one of my moss servers that was filling up my backup location disk space with the full backups of MOSS. Apparently you can use stsadm to create a full backup to a UNC path, but there isn't an option to cleanup those backups. Shame on you Microsoft [:D]. The only corrext way to cleanup the backup is to manually edit the spbrtoc.xml file on your backup location and remove the backup files manually after that.
Being an Administrator for all sorts of systems, I really love to automate such tasks and my make life a lot easier.
So here is what you need to do to have full MOSS backups and have a cleanup of older backups.
On the server where you want to run the backup (any one of your moss servers) do the following:
1. Download and install Powershell (if not installed already [H])
2. start powershell in a command prompt: type powershell.exe
3. Execute the command: Set-ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted. This will enable you to run unsigned ps1 scripts. unless you are a guru in powershell and know how to sign your scripts with a certificate and all.
4. Create a new text file with notepad, paste the following adn save the file to a location like C:\backup\cleanbackups.ps1:
# Clean-up (old) backup files created by WSS v3 (STSADM.EXE)
# Created by Marco
# Tested with PowerShell RTM v1.0
# Location of spbrtoc.xml
$spbrtoc = "\\server1\backup\Sharepoint\spbrtoc.xml"
# Days of backup that will be remaining after backup cleanup.
$days = 14
# Import the Sharepoint backup report xml file
$sp = gc $spbrtoc
# Find the old backups in spbrtoc.xml
$old = $sp.SPBackupRestoreHistory.SPHistoryObject | ? { $_.SPStartTime -lt ((get-date).adddays(-$days)) }
if ($old -eq $Null) { write-host "No reports of backups older than $days days found in spbrtoc.xml.`nspbrtoc.xml isn't changed and no files are removed.`n" ; break}
# Delete the old backups from the Sharepoint backup report xml file
$old | % { $sp.SPBackupRestoreHistory.RemoveChild($_) }
# Delete the physical folders in which the old backups were located
$old | % { Remove-Item $_.SPBackupDirectory -Recurse }
# Save the new Sharepoint backup report xml file
Write-host "Backup(s) entries older than $days days are removed from spbrtoc.xml and harddisc."
I found this script on the follwing link: http://blog.wauwwie.nl/Lists/Categories/Category.aspx?Name=MOSS%202007%20%2F%20WSS%20v.3
5. Now create a batch file on your moss system with the following commands:
stadm -o backup -directory \\server1\backup -backupmethod full -quiet
powershell.exe C:\backup\cleanbackups.ps1
Save the file and schedule it.
And there you have it.


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Arts & Culture
Review: Steinski's What Does It All Mean?
The issues of our age are increasingly reissues. Many people would rather purchase their pasts than pay the price for a future worth living. We see it on the DVD shelves at the big-box stores, where television shows from the … Read More
The issues of our age are increasingly reissues. Many people would rather purchase their pasts than pay the price for a future worth living. We see it on the DVD shelves at the big-box stores, where television shows from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, including ones that were deemed laughable when they were on the air, take up the space formerly reserved for new material. And we see it at Starbucks, where the CDs that move are the ones featuring the same old classic rock and pop that have crowded the radio dial over the past two decades. Even in stores devoted exclusively to the sale of cultural artifacts, a species seemingly destined for the status of endangered species, a good number of each week's "new releases" are not new at all. It's enough to make a person seek out a hobby resistant to mass-mediation, like needlepoint or falconry.
But all is not lost. With the loss of novelty as the prime mover in sales of records, films, and books – videogames being a signal exception to the trend – comes the opportunity to tell the truth of history with a different slant. We're so conditioned to pay attention to repackaged culture, even items that we've previously owned ourselves, that we are likely to stumble upon work that we missed the first time around. It is now possible to fill in the gaps in our cultural upbringing with greater precision, redeeming the past that should have been ours if only we had known better.
Leaving aside the psychological implications of this self-refashioning, perfectly suited to the obsessive profile editing that takes place on social networking sites, it gives us the chance to transform our taste for the better. This is where Steinski's two-CD collection What Does It All Mean? (Illegal Art, 2008) comes in. The work of advertising writer, DJ, and record collector Steve Stein and various collaborators, most notably Double Dee, it hints that, if we're bent on purchasing the past anyway, we might as well purchase one that resists conventional notions of ownership.
Filled with highly influential cut-and-paste recordings that, because of their social and legal provenance, were difficult to obtain at the time of their creation and largely out of circulation since, the first disc in this two-CD retrospective provides a passage back to a mid-1980s in which the marriage of hip-hop and rock meant more than Run-DMC's collaboration with Aerosmith on "Walk This Way", and in which tracks tailor-made for dance clubs doubled as the cutting edge for a Pop Art avant-garde (listen to tracks here).
Painstakingly assembled from tape at a time when sampling had yet to become the prosthetic limb of hip-hop and remix producers, tracks like "The Payoff Mix" and "Lesson Three (History of Hip-Hop)" recall the heyday of postmodernism in the arts, when the abandonment of minimalist aesthetics led to a flowering of collage from the lofty peaks of the gallery scene all the way to the murky bottomlands of popular culture. Indeed, it's hard to imagine a more succinct distillation of the anything-goes approach that gave us everything from breadth-requirement multiculturalism to David Letterman at his edgy best.
The real revelation on the first disc of What Does It All Mean?, though, is "The Motorcade Sped On," Steinski's recasting of John F. Kennedy's assassination, in which archival audio is paired with synth beats to surprisingly musical effect. It's one thing to mash up different pop songs, as "The Payoff Mix" did, and another entirely to push that aesthetic to its logical extreme, revealing the distinction between culture and politics to be a differentially regulated boundary that serves the powers that be. If the propaganda machine is going to cross that border, Steinski suggests, we might as well follow it across. That's definitely the message of the second disc here, his 2002 "comeback" record, the album-length collage Nothing To Fear, which takes advantage of technological advances in music-making without sacrificing the lucid simplicity of his work from the 1980s.
In a sense, it's ironic that Steinski's achievement is coming to us in the form of a neatly contained retrospective, since he was so instrumental in helping his listeners hear past the arbitrariness of packaging. If the big-box stores were catering to his approach, the whole-season collections of The Rockford Files and Knight Rider they proffer would be replaced by a vast array of mash-ups, the experience of YouTube transferred to disc. That wouldn't sell, though. Indeed, it couldn't sell, given the way copyright law is enforced. The paradox of What Does It All Mean? is that we are being asked to buy something that makes us question the reactionary nature of white-market consumption. Then again, the same could be said for books like Capital or Michael Hardt and Antonio Negri's Empire. It's a contradiction inherent to revolutionary practice in a world where property relations matter more than the human beings they bind together. But it's a contradiction we're better off recognizing for what it is, something Steinski teaches us with brevity, wit and a good deal of soul.


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Sutra Captivating offers a refreshing effect. Easy to apply and leaves your skin irresistibly soft and delicately scented for hours. It is suited to protect the skin especially when applied to a shower or a bath and is great to massage to any part of the body.
Ingredients: This massage oil contains 100% natural-origin Basil, eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint essential oil, sunflower oil & grape seed oil
How to Use: Pour an amount of oil in your palm; rub both palms together to generate heat before applying the massage oil on your skin. For the best result, please use after bath and before bed time.