text: QSpace Collection: http://hdl.handle.net/1974/805 2014-09-22T12:15:44Z ACTIVATION OF HEME OXYGENASE-2 TO IMPROVE OUTCOME AFTER TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY http://hdl.handle.net/1974/12259 Title: ACTIVATION OF HEME OXYGENASE-2 TO IMPROVE OUTCOME AFTER TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY Authors: LEE, WALLACE Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury of the brain most often caused by blunt force trauma to the head and typically characterized by an increase in reactive oxygen species (ROS), inflammation, and hemorrhaging. Heme oxygenase (HO) catalyzes the breakdown of heme into carbon monoxide (CO), biliverdin which is further reduced to bilirubin, and ferrous iron. There are two active isoforms: HO-1 which is inducible and found predominantly in liver and spleen tissue; and HO-2 which is constitutive and found predominantly in the brain and testis. The metabolites of heme possess cytoprotective properties that can limit damage resulting from TBI. Our laboratory has found a selective HO-2 activator known as menadione (MD) that has been found to increase HO-2 activity by 4-fold while not affecting HO-1 in vitro. Given the higher amounts of HO-2 found in the brain and the cytoprotective properties of heme metabolites, we postulate that activation of HO-2 using menadione would mitigate further damage after TBI. The rat controlled cortical impact (CCI) model was used to simulate TBI with spontaneous locomotor activity (SLA), spontaneous alternation behaviour (SAB), and beam balance (BB) as the behavioural tasks to assess cognitive and motor function. A dose-response study (25, 50, 100, 200 μmol/kg) was performed to ascertain the effect of MD treatment on injured animals comparing to uninjured controls and injured animals treated with the vehicle (saline). We found that BB performance improved to control levels after MD treatment at 25 μmol/kg and 50 μmol/kg whereas animals treated with saline did not improve. SLA and SAB performance did not improve after treatment with MD. The findings suggest that HO-2 activation may be a viable method in mitigating further injury after TBI. Description: Thesis (Master, Pharmacology & Toxicology) -- Queen's University, 2014-06-27 19:33:45.645 2014-07-02T04:00:00Z Chronic prenatal ethanol exposure produces neurobehavioural and metabolic dysfunction in guinea pig offspring http://hdl.handle.net/1974/12077 Title: Chronic prenatal ethanol exposure produces neurobehavioural and metabolic dysfunction in guinea pig offspring Authors: Dobson, CHRISTINE Abstract: Maternal ethanol consumption during pregnancy can produce teratogenic outcomes in offspring, which are collectively termed Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Central nervous system (CNS) dysfunction is a debilitating and permanent manifestation of FASD. Recent studies indicate that chronic prenatal ethanol exposure (CPEE), via maternal ethanol administration, also impairs metabolic function in offspring. The mechanism of ethanol teratogenicity is multi-faceted and could involve alterations in insulin and insulin-like growth factor (IGF) signaling pathways. These pathways are not only important for metabolism, but are also involved in CNS neuronal survival and plasticity, which are impaired by CPEE. The overall goal of this thesis research was to study, in the guinea pig, neurobehavioural and metabolic effects of CPEE and to investigate whether these effects were associated with altered CNS and peripheral insulin/IGF signaling pathways. In postnatal offspring, CPEE decreased brain weight and altered performance of the modified Biel-maze task, which was a sensitive measure of apparent cognitive dysfunction and executive function deficits. Furthermore, CPEE produced various manifestations of metabolic teratogenicity in offspring, including decreased birth weight, postnatal catch-up body growth, increased whole-body adiposity, disrupted pancreatic morphology, dysregulation of blood glucose concentration and increased liver weight in adulthood. The CPEE-induced neurobehavioural and metabolic effects were associated with alterations of the insulin/IGF signaling pathways in the CNS and periphery. In the liver, CPEE decreased mRNA expression of IGF-1, IGF-1 receptor, and IGF-2 in male and female offspring, and increased mRNA expression of insulin receptor substrate (IRS)-2 in male offspring only compared with nutritional control. Female CPEE offspring had decreased hepatic mRNA expression of insulin receptor compared with male CPEE offspring. In the prefrontal cortex, IRS-2 mRNA expression was increased in male and female CPEE offspring compared with nutritional control. The studies of this thesis have contributed to the understanding of the neurobehavioural and metabolic consequences of CPEE in offspring, which are associated with impairment of the insulin/IGF signaling pathways. Description: Thesis (Ph.D, Pharmacology & Toxicology) -- Queen's University, 2014-04-25 10:52:50.048 2014-04-25T04:00:00Z The Pathogenesis of Vascular Calcification in Chronic Kidney Disease: Consequences and Treatments http://hdl.handle.net/1974/8498 Title: The Pathogenesis of Vascular Calcification in Chronic Kidney Disease: Consequences and Treatments Authors: SEYED SHOBEIRI, NAVID Abstract: Vascular calcification (VC) is accelerated in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), resulting in increased risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Although the consequences of VC are associated with elevated pulse wave velocity (PWV) and left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), the temporal impact on blood pressure changes is unknown. Mineral imbalance in CKD greatly contributes to the development of VC, and elevated serum phosphate is a major risk factor. Magnesium, which plays an important role in bone regulation, has been recently shown to be a modifier of VC, but whether magnesium inhibits calcification in CKD is unknown. A modified adenine model of CKD was developed in rats, characterized by mineral imbalance and progressive VC. During the development of VC, pulse pressure increased, which was driven by a drop in diastolic blood pressure, rather than systolic hypertension. Continuous pressure recordings in conscious rats using radiotelemetry revealed a significant increase in systolic variability associated with development of VC. Regional VC was associated with regional changes in the hemodynamic profile of the CKD rats. For example, only thoracic aortic calcification was associated with elevated PWV and pulse pressure. In contrast, the presence of abdominal and thoracic calcification differentially affected proximal and distal arterial pressure wave forms. CKD animals exhibited LVH, which was further increased by the presence of VC. In addition, fibroblast growth factor 23, which regulates renal excretion of phosphate, was elevated in CKD animals at every time point and was associated with LVH independently from VC. Development of VC was characterized in an in vitro organ model. Phosphate elevation in vitro caused VC in aortas. In vitro, magnesium supplementation inhibited initiation and progression of VC. CKD animals given a magnesium diet also demonstrated attenuated development of VC. In patients with stage 3-5 CKD (excluding dialysis), dietary phosphate was associated with the progression of coronary artery calcification even after adjusting for use of phosphate binders, total dietary energy and total dietary protein. Given the serious negative outcomes associated with development of VC, these findings fill key gaps in knowledge regarding the detection, management, prevention and treatment of VC in CKD. Description: Thesis (Ph.D, Pharmacology & Toxicology) -- Queen's University, 2013-12-01 15:12:54.388 2013-12-04T05:00:00Z Studies of the misprocessing mutations R1202D and E1204K in the drug and organic anion transporter, MRP1 (ABCC1) in cultured HEK cells http://hdl.handle.net/1974/8470 Title: Studies of the misprocessing mutations R1202D and E1204K in the drug and organic anion transporter, MRP1 (ABCC1) in cultured HEK cells Authors: Chan, MARINA Abstract: Multidrug resistance protein 1 (MRP1) is a drug and organic anion transporter of the ATP-binding cassette superfamily. Previous studies showed that opposite charge substitutions of Arg1202 or Glu1204 in transmembrane helix (TM) 16 cause a >80% reduction in MRP1 levels when expressed in human embryonic kidney (HEK) cells. These substitutions disrupt the folding and/or assembly of MRP1 which targets it for degradation. Attempts were made to enhance levels of the R1202D and E1204K misprocessing mutants by incubating transfected HEK cells at 30 ºC or 27 ºC. At both temperatures, cells expressed both fully glycosylated and underglycosylated mutants at levels 60–70% lower than wild-type MRP1in cells grown at 37 ºC. The subcellular localization patterns of the two mutants were similar to wild-type MRP1 at all three temperatures, with most of the transporter at the plasma membrane at 37 ºC, and in the endoplasmic reticulum at 30 ºC or 27 ºC. Thus, although poorly expressed, the R1202D and E1204K mutants retained the ability to traffic to the plasma membrane. Attempts were also made to enhance R1202D and E1204K levels by exposing transfected HEK cells to chemical chaperones. Dimethyl sulfoxide and glycerol increased E1204K levels by 20-30% but decreased or had no effect on R1202D and wild-type MRP1. 4-Phenylbutyric acid had little or no effect on either wild-type or mutant MRP1. Thus both mutants were relatively resistant to rescue by chemical chaperones. Finally, a "second-site rescue mutation" approach was taken, guided by an atomic homology model of MRP1. Mutations of Tyr1133 alone decreased MRP1 levels, like R1202D; however, although substituting TM15-Tyr1133 with Phe, His and Ala in R1202D was predicted to re-establish TM15-TM16 bonding interactions, levels of this mutant did not increase. E1204K levels were also not improved by substituting TM17-Val1248 with Asp or Glu although these substitutions were predicted to re-establish TM16-TM17 bonds disrupted in E1204K. These results suggest that the bonding interactions of Arg1202 and Glu1204 with other amino acids predicted by the MRP1 homology model used in this study are insufficient to predict the critical helix-helix interactions necessary for stable MRP1 expression in mammalian cells. Description: Thesis (Ph.D, Pharmacology & Toxicology) -- Queen's University, 2013-11-19 08:17:31.441 2013-11-19T05:00:00Z


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Aging Network
SUBJECT : Memorandum of Understanding
- Administration on Aging/Health Resources and Services Administration
The Administration on Aging (AoA) is pleased
to announce a new formal working partnership with the Health Resources
and Services Administration (HRSA) in the U.S. Public Health Service
(PHS). The framework for this new partnership is described in
the attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which was completed
October 28, 1997. A copy of the MOU may be found in Attachment
The initial stages of this new working agreement
will focus on the Alzheimer's Disease Demonstration Grant to States
(ADDGS), a program funded under the Public Health Service Act
beginning in 1990. This demonstration program consists of 15 grants
with eleven of these grantees located in State Units on Aging.
Since the inception of the demonstration effort, the program has
been administered by the HRSA Bureau of Primary Health Care. The
Bureau's mission is directed toward the delivery of primary and
preventive health services programs for minority, underserved
and difficult-to-reach populations, testing new ways to deliver
health care services to the medically underserved.
The purpose of AoA's involvement in this
effort is to strengthen and expand State and Area Agency commitment
for continued program development and innovation which will expand
services for persons with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers.
The ADDGS program has readily demonstrated that a blend of both
medical and supportive services is of great assistance in meeting
the needs of persons with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers.
Through AoA's joint efforts with HRSA and the ADDGS projects,
we want to extend the expertise and knowledge base created through
the demonstration effort to more communities nationwide.
Our goal is to stimulate beneficial partnerships
between aging and health service systems with a special emphasis
on assisting various hard-to-reach ethnic populations which are
generally not served by existing service networks. Results of
the evaluation of the first four years of the program indicated
that nearly 50 percent of the families served were ethnic minorities
and slightly over 50 percent of the families served lived in rural
areas. This success in reaching ethnic minorities and persons
in rural areas was in part attributed to working closely with
local community groups and organizations to tailor programs to
meet specific needs in that setting, including the staging of
multi-cultural events and bi-lingual interpretations where needed.
In the demonstration phase program guidelines
have been flexible allowing each grantee to secure maximum community
input and participation in the development of the program design.
Each grantee focused on outreach which included local education
efforts and training of staff working in various aspects of care
of persons with Alzheimer's and assisting their caregivers. Supportive
services include case management, translation and interpretation,
support groups, dementia assessment, legal assistance and transportation.
Respite services including in-home respite workers, adult day
care and residential/institutional respite care are an integral
part of the programs. Training programs familiarize caregivers
and provider staff with a better understanding of the disease
process and progress; creative approaches in providing care; and
assistance in accessing community resources.
The ADDGS program began as a three year
demonstration program in FY 1990 and funds have been appropriated
annually for continued support for 15 States, including the District
of Columbia and Puerto Rico. In FY 1997, approximately $5 million
was awarded to assist in the planning, establishing, and operating
programs in the areas of program development, services including
outreach and respite, information dissemination and for the development
of primary care linkages.
Attachment B provides brief information
about each of the 15 projects with names, addresses, and a summary
abstract outlining the nature of the program. Later this year,
HRSA and AoA will be forwarding additional information about products
prepared by the grantees and best practice models.
Brookdale Foundation National Group Respite
In 1995, Brookdale formed a partnership
with HRSA and the ADDGS programs to establish networks of Brookdale
respite programs in eight of the 15 demonstration sites. The collaboration
with the Brookdale Foundation has greatly augmented program expansion
and community commitment.
Brookdale launched its "seed"
grant initiative in 1988 to replicate social model group respite
programs nationwide which encourages community-based agencies
to develop low-cost, high quality group respite services. The
respite programs offer opportunities for persons with Alzheimer's
or related dementias to engage in social/recreational actives
which maximize their cognitive and social functioning and provides
relief for caregivers. The Foundation offers training and modest
financial support for two years under a competitive process. Presently,
there are more than 200 sites in 35 states. For more information
about Brookdale's respite program, you may call Nora O'Brien,
Assistant Vice President at (212) 308-7355.
Primary Care Initiative
In FY 1996, through supplemental funding,
HRSA initiated cooperative arrangements between the ADDGS grantees
with primary health care programs (HRSA supported health centers).
In FY 1997, Congressional appropriation language mandated the
inclusion of primary health care linkages to improve health care
delivery for participants in the program. During this same period,
HRSA also initiated a Geriatric and Alzheimers Disease training
initiative to train health center personnel for meeting the needs
of persons with Alzheimer's disease and other geriatric health
Managed Care
In FY 1997, four of the ADDGS grantees received
supplemental funding to establish a managed care initiative to
study the effects of providing managed care patients with social
and support services offered through the Alzheimer's program.
Preliminary information regarding these results of these efforts
will be made available later this year.
Program Evaluation
Throughout the implementation and development
of the ADDGS program, the University of Kansas Gerontology Center
Research Team has conducted an evaluation to monitor and assess
the progress of this effort. Data has been collected from client
records and satisfaction interviews, program reports, site visits,
and project documents. An executive summary of the findings from
the first four years of the program may be found in Attachment
AoA will use available resources to enhance
the dissemination of information about the latest program and
research developments in programs serving persons with Alzheimer's
and their caregivers. AoA has created a Fact Sheet on this disease
which can be reproduced and distributed widely. A copy is provided
in Attachment D. This Fact Sheet and other informational materials
about services and community-based programs are available through
the National Aging Information Center by calling (202) 619-7501
or through the e-mail site at email@example.com or the
web-site http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/naic. In addition, AoA's web-site (http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov)
will feature special news items periodically.
Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association has worked very
closely with the ADDGS grants in their efforts to gain community
support and commitment for program development. The Association
has supplied informational materials, assisted with training and
the development of community models. Local Alzheimer's chapters
have greatly enhanced the success of local efforts.
The Alzheimer's Association is a voluntary
organization which sponsors public education programs and offers
supportive services to patients and families who are coping with
Alzheimer's disease. The Alzheimer's Association has more than
200 chapters nationwide which provide programs and services, including
support groups to assist persons with Alzheimer's and their caregivers
in the community. The Alzheimer's Association, which is the leading
funding source for and provider of information about Alzheimer's
research also provides information on caregiving techniques and
assistance. To access the resources and services available through
the Association you may call (800) 272-3900.
National Institute on Aging
The National Institute on Aging (NIA) has
primary responsibility for research aimed at finding ways to prevent,
treat and cure Alzheimer's disease. The NIA is part of the Federal
Government's National Institutes of Health located in Bethesda,
Maryland. The Institute funds a wide variety of research programs
related to Alzheimer's disease and also operates an Alzheimer's
Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR). ADEAR serves as
an information and referral center for information about Alzheimer's
disease, its impact on family and health professionals, and research
into possible causes and cures. ADEAR operates a toll free number
(800) 438-4380 and provides information through an Internet web-site:
Report to Congress
A summary of the most recent research advances
and other Alzheimer's disease programs funded by the Department
of Health and Human Services Council on Alzheimer's Disease may
be found in the Council's Ninth Annual Report to Congress which
is undergoing a final review. Information about obtaining copies
will be made available on AoA's web-page after the report is submitted
to Congress. While some portions are somewhat technical, the report
provides a comprehensive overview of new biomedical research and
other DHHS efforts supporting program development and care of
persons with Alzheimer's disease.
The Agency for Health Care Policy
The Agency for Health Care Policy (AHCPR),
located in the Public Health Service, DHHS, conducts and supports
general health services research, including medical effectiveness
research, and facilitates the development of best practice guidelines.
AHCPR has produced Clinical Practice Guidelines related to early
Alzheimer's disease recognition, both in a consumer version and
a more technical document for health care professionals. Requests
for general information about product availability may be obtained
through the AHCPR Clearinghouse, telephone number (800) 358-9295.
The AHCPR web-site is: http://www.ahcpr.gov.
The demonstration program has been extremely
successful in developing innovative approaches in its outreach
and services for ethnic minorities which generally do not benefit
from traditional community based service systems. Each of the
15 projects is unique in its approach as the funding guidelines
allowed maximum flexibility and innovation in program design.
Under the terms of the MOU, AoA will work
with HRSA in jointly developing future directions and program
guidance for the ADDGS program. This includes development of the
FY 1998 guidelines for funding of grantees identifying program
expectations, developing criteria for the review of grant applications,
and joint oversight and monitoring of grantee performance and
progress. The University of Kansas will continue its ongoing evaluation
of the program with new results published as they become available.
At this point the legislative provisions limit the award of funds
to 15 projects and it is anticipated that a Federal Register announcement
of funds available for the current grantees will be published
in January, 1988.
I hope this information will encourage State
and Area Agencies on Aging to assess programs and resources in
your area to determine if there are opportunities for drawing
upon the expertise and knowledge accumulated by the 15 ADDGS grantees.
The program innovation and expertise acquired through this demonstration
effort may serve as a useful knowledge base for updating and expanding
programs to assure most efficient use of available resources.
For additional information you may contact Irma Tetzloff at (202)
619-3268 or through the Internet at email@example.com.
William F. Benson
Acting Principal Deputy
Assistant Secretary for Aging
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Grantee Information and Abstracts
Evaluation Executive Summary
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The food was definitely not the same as past RCCL ships. I feel they did away with a lot of amenities due to the quantity of people. I think quality overrides quantity any day but apparently, RCCL does not. Aside from being unhappy about the cabin size, the constant overhead noise and the food not being what we have received in the past (no omelet station at breakfast), we were now informed the "special seating" for Suite holders at each show "was not necessary for this show". I was told that at EVERY show we attended and we attended every show possible. I was forced to stand for the ice show even though I arrived early, as requested for "Suite seating". I was a bit disappointed about that since we expected to have reserved seating.
Entertainment..........AMAZING!! Thank you RCCL. That really made our cruise that much better. We kept busy all week long. Casino........another story. Machines and tables were not hitting. We played a lot and still never hit anything significant to keep us playing.
We were also joined by what RCCL announced on our cruise "1,600 Brazilians and 1,200 Asians". Rudest group of travelers I have ever seen in my life. When the elevator stopped, they came rushing in, never giving anyone a chance to get off the elevator. I missed my floor because they absolutely refused to be courteous to their fellow cruiser.
There are many positive aspects of this ship. One being many restaurants to choose from. Most charge and after what I paid for this cruise, I refused to pay another dime to eat! I wish I had as the dining room food was nothing to write home about.
The shops are creative and enjoyable. The Boardwalk and Central Park are perfect. The Zip Line is a waste of time standing in line all that time, but I guess if u want to say u Zip Lined on The Oasis, then it's worth the wait! They had 2 Flo Riders and I don't recall the Freedom class having 2, but I could be wrong.
I would suggest you take the plunge and go on the Oasis but be aware the cabins are not the size you are used to on RCCL ships.
Just a note, I mentioned my dislikes to several RCCL employees and nothing was done. I would hope the next RCCL cruise (Allure, Feb 2011) is different because if it is not, I will not cruise with them again.


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Conrad Hotels Connects Guests, Film Buffs to Tribeca Film Festival
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NEW YORK—Conrad Hotels & Resorts' New York flagship property, Conrad New York, has serve as a convenient host of activity during this year's Tribeca Film Festival, April 16 – 27, 2014. Connecting festival attendees and guests to variety of events and activities held during the week, Conrad also hosted the TFF Awards Night ceremony on April 24 at Conrad New York.
For the first time in Tribeca Film Festival history, Conrad Hotels & Resorts provided fans with behind-the-scenes and red carpet access to major festival events through a Twitter Mirror activation on April 24 held during the star-studded official closing Awards Ceremony at Conrad New York.
Fans who are eager to join in the film and red carpet-style conversation can stay connected through Conrad's Facebook, Twitter and Instagram social accounts, which will all be manned by guest social correspondent Fiona Byrne of The Byrne Notice.
While celebrities snap selfies on the Twitter Mirror at Conrad New York, movie goers at the Bow Tie Cinemas and Family Fair venues are also invited to pose in front of classic movie posters, courtesy of a green screen and a little behind-the-scenes magic. For the first three days of the festival, fans are able to vote on the most creative poster uploads via a dedicated Facebook tab, where winners are awarded with film screening passes.
Festivalgoers and hotel guests were able to enjoy a taste of Tribeca with a signature festival cocktail—the Conrad 6100 Gimlet—crafted by mixologists at lobby restaurant Atrio with VDKA 6100, a new premium vodka endorsed by the Tribeca Film Festival's creator. Representatives will be roving the hotel and festival events, handing out 4,000 complimentary cocktail cards.
"The energy that pulses through New York City during the Tribeca Film Festival is truly inspiring," stated John T.A. Vanderslice, global head, luxury brands, Hilton Worldwide. "We are looking forward to celebrating this year's festival by offering attendees and guests of Conrad New York unique and stylish experiences."
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What a great blog! Thank you for sharing our hot air balloon banner – postscripts! I look forward to coming back for more inspirations!
Hot Air Balloon Theme
Up, up and away! This theme has become popular recently and I am not surprised! Such an enchanting theme and one that captures the wonder of all little one's. A sky filled with hot air balloons is certainly an amazing sight and this theme gives you the opportunity to share that amazement with your little one!
This theme can work for a boy or a girl (I have some lovely girl selections to show you in this post!) and looks gorgeous as a vintage style party, or you could make it modern and bright!
Think hot air balloons & clouds as well as travel inspired items such as globes and maps! Use stripes to create a classic hot air balloon look or other patterns for a unique look.
Make sure you also check out our previous Aeroplane Theme post and the Peppa Pig theme post which has ideas for some cloud and travel related items as well!
There is no shortage of amazing designs in this theme. Here are a few I found, some of which are also available in other colour schemes:
This invitation could work for either boy or girl:
For your hanging decorations you can't go past hot air balloons themselves!
The talented vendors in the "Handmade Decor" category of the children's party directory can easily create some Hot Air balloon garlands, toppers and other decorations for you.
Here are a few other options you could use:
Love these hot air balloons which would look gorgeous in the nursery/bedroom after the party. They come in a range of colours such as red/white, yellow/white, blue/white, green/white and rainbow:
I also love these handmade hot air balloons available in different fabrics:
Some other options for hanging decorations are these lanterns:
Another option is to use a mobile to give the effect of a few floating hot air balloons which can then be used in your child's bedroom after the party:
These vintage paper fans are great for incorporating maps into this theme. They are so lovely!
Lovely hot air balloon garland available in various colours:
Of course you could use balloons to create your hot air balloon themed decorations. Love this idea:
Use a giant balloon to create a large hot air balloon decoration feature at the party:
You could use these berry boxes as the base of your hot air balloon decorations.
Gorgeous white pom poms can help create a cloud effect for decorations:
Wall stickers are another fantastic way to decorate and there is an abundance of fantastic wall stickers available for the hot air balloon theme! These are often easy to remove which means they can be transferred to the bedroom after the party:
Table Decor
For the table I've gone with stripes, as well as natural options (if you are opting for a vintage feel).
How bright and lovely are these napkins! Also available in other colours too:
This colourful design really fits in well with the look of brightly coloured hot air balloons:
Sweet Treats/Dessert Table
For some extra special treats, use these moulds for some cute hot air balloon chocolates and cookies!
Love the stripes on this popcorn box which you could fill with a range of food items:
These cute cloud chalkboard tags are perfect to use as labels on your food table:
This gorgeous hot air balloon fabric (also available in other colours) could be used as a tablerunner, tablecloth or backdrop for your dessert table:
Use these suitcases (available in different colours) to create extra layers on your dessert table while also tying into a travel theme:
Favours/Take Home Gifts
Gorgeous muslin bags for a vintage feel:
Unique favour boxes:
These are just lovely:
These favour bags can be used to carry on the stripe look:
These unique favour boxes link into the hot air balloon/travel theme and the kids are sure to love them!
Top off your packaging with a tag such as these attached with twine or a cute peg for a vintage look.
Real Parties
It's no wonder Hot Air Balloon's is becoming a much loved theme with such gorgeous parties being styled based on this theme! You are sure to be inspired by these:
Beautiful hot air balloon birthday by Kiss Me Kate featured on Amy Atlas
Gorgeous vintage hot air balloon party featured on Amy Atlas
Simply stylish hot air balloon dessert table styled by Lou Lou Events
A classic and sweet pastel girly dessert table by Little Sooti, featured on Amy Atlas
Beautiful yellow and grey hot air balloon baby shower featured on the Little Sooti Blog
I hope you have enjoyed this inspiration for a Hot Air Balloon theme and your little one enjoys this enchanting theme! Don't forget to visit the Children's Party Directory for all the fabulous vendors you will need when planning this party theme!
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This is a Sequel to Bella's New Identity
Plot: Bella and Ben are happily married and have a daughter named Emma. Life is Perfect. Even Jake is happy as he imprinted on Emma, or so everyone thinks. But it's a lie. Emma is heart broken when she finds out. But she keeps having these strange dreams she had for year that sprung from her bed time story. Those dreams so real and she wants to find The Prince she keeps dreaming about.
In another world and time Prince Peter is dreaming of Emma and he's in love with her. He wants to find her as well. But he's not human either. He's a Greek God as well, The son of Hera and Zeus to be exact.
But a new boy Caleb is in town. Even though Emma still wants Peter she finds her self drawn to the stranger. But nothing is as it seems. She's in Danger.
What happens when Jacob attacks a boy in the woods who happens to be Peter?
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Preface: Emma's Pov:
Dreams. Sounds simple enough right? Well not in my case. Since I was 4 years old but looked like 11, I had those strange dreams for the past 5 years that sprung from a bed time story, I still remember to this day. My dad told it to me one day when I was sleepy and ever since then. I had this vivid dreams, they felt so real. They still do.It makes me wonder if it's all just in my head or if he even exists. All I know is that I need and want to find him.
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Great write more soon.
I will try and post more soon
I feel for Emma, she just got Peter and now they are off to fighting in a war. Nothing is easy for them but if it was their lives would be pretty boring!
What is Caleb? He growled at the witch...
I know same here :( things are not looking so good for them when they are finally together like they should be.
Oh you'll see soon :) MWAHAHAHAHA
great update! can't wait to read your next one.
I am glad you liked it
He seems like trouble...
Great update.
I know I hate him too Nikki and yeah he is mega trouble here
Chapter 10~It All Starts
Third Person's Pov:
Alice saw Emma looking Paler then a ghost "Emma you okay?" she asked worried and she looked at the others "Did I say something?" she asked. "Emma do you know who I just described?" she asked but Emma was stiff as a stone and silent.
Peter looked at Emma "Emms?" he asked and he cupped her face in his hands and looked at her worried "Emma?"
Emma blinked and she swallowed "I met the guy before, he's a creep" she said
"You met him?" Her dad asked now worried and some what intrigued
She nodded "Yeah, It was a few weeks ago. I thought he was some new guy in town and there was something odd about him." She said and sighed "He smelled different, sort of like Tanya" she said
Bella nodded "If they are working together, it makes sense Tanya's scent will have gotten mixed up with his so we didn't know it was her."
"Why didn't you tell me?" Peter asked looking at Emma worried
"Because I didn't think he would be dangerous." Emma said and sighed "How was I supposed to know him and Tanya would work together and then get Jake to join them?" she frowned and looked away
Emma nodded "Yeah I guess so" she said and then there was wind in the room and she looked around, all the windows and doors where shut, the wind picked up and everyone flew back and landed on their backs and slid across the floor.
Mist appeared in the room and Emma coughed and held her breath and she saw two figures in the mist, when the mist cleared, she saw it was Zeus and Hera. She stared
Zeus helped Emma up and Hera pulled Peter up and then she helped the others stand up.
"What you doing here?" Peter asked in shock as Emma stared at Peter's parents in shock as they appeared out of nowhere
"To help you." They said and smiled "We're not going to let someone hurt Emma or you." Zeus said the last bit and he smiled "Emma's family."
Emma smiled a bit at him and she hugged a bit and Hera hugged her as well with Peter and they broke away and smiled at each other.
"What's the plan?" Peter asked and looked at his watch, they had less then 24 hours to make a plan and get fight.
"I will be bait." Emma said
"No!" Peter said "No way!"
"I have to. It's me he's after the most." Emma said "I know what I am doing. You will all be in hiding waiting for my signal."
"But..." Peter tried to protest
"Let her son." Hera said "She knows what's she's doing."
"I agree." Ben and Bella said and smiled. They were shocked to see Hera and Zeus in their home and the rest of the family stared in shock unable to speak from their surprise.
"If she knows what she's doing, then all we can do is wait for a singal." Carmen was the first to speak from the Denali coven.
"Yes." Eleazer nodded
"What should the signal be?" Peter asked, he was worried but at least he could go with this. He looked at Emma
"If any of them try anything. I will kick Caleb that will be your signal." Emma said "I doubt they will all strike at once. They might be hidden too." She said "It might just be Caleb, Tanya and Jake, the rest in hiding"
Peter nodded and he kissed Emma's head and he wondered and sighed and closed his eyes tightly "How many are there supposed to be?" he asked Alice
"Including Tanya, Caleb and Jake." Alice said "About 11!" she said and looked bit worried, She had no idea how powerful Caleb really was or about his true identity. No one had idea about that. Not even Emma who knew a lot and she could sense people's true powers, but not Caleb's. Something or someone was blocking her.
Peter felt dizzy and he fell to his knees "Peter!" Emma said as she helped him up "You okay?" she asked worried
He nodded "Yes, just a little dizzy, it's nothing." He said, but he had no idea how wrong he was. It was all starting, the curse and the war were starting it course.
Hera looked at her son and she smelled something off, she ran outside and she saw an old lady by the tree and she hissed and she launched her self at the old witch who was the Witch who cursed Peter and Emma.
The snakes on the witches head hissed and spat at Hera and the Witch kicked her off and Hera flew over the house and landed on her back on the other side of the house. Zeus was outside in a flash and he grabbed the old witch by her neck and he hissed and the witch was gone before he could even hurt her.
His hands were empty. He hissed and went to check on Hera. He helped her up and sighed and they walked back inside the house.
Next Day:
Everyone was getting ready for the fight. Emma gulped down 10 coffees as she was nervous and even Peter drank a lot of coffee that morning, they had like 2 hours before the fight. Emma was on tight black jeans, tight black top, and combat boots. Her hair was pulled up tightly.
Peter smiled at Emma "Wow combat girl" he chuckled
"Hey if you wanna fight, you gotta be dressed right." She said and smiled
Ben chuckled "You're just like your mother" he said and hugged her and Emma felt that odd queasy feeling again and gripped her stomach, she ran to the bathroom and threw up again.
"Too much coffee?" Peter asked and Bella nodded, Emma must have drank too much and it was making her sick, but they were all wrong once again.
Emma came back out later "I am fine, just too much coffee I guess." She said and smiled "Let's get this over with shall we?"
Hera nodded and smiled and she squeezed her shoulder. They all ran outside and Emma walked to the clearing where her parents last fought the Volturi, the others were hidden in the woods in a circle surrounding the clearing.
Caleb appeared out of nowhere and he smirked "Ahh what you doing here alone?" he asked, his voice so cruel and cold. He almost sounded like Ares or Hades.
Emma shot him a glare and she circled him as well and she glared at him "Non of your business!" She said "Caleb!" she said his name, with venom and poison.
He laughed "Well, well aren't you a brave little one." Peter accidently stepped on a twig and it snapped. Caleb's head went in that direction but he saw nothing. He looked back at Emma
"I am not a wimp, just because I am girl." Emma said and behind her was Tanya. Tanya was about to grab her "I would not do that if I were you." Emma said and she threw her arm back and send Tanya flying back into the bushes.
Tanya hissed and she landed in the bushes and she tried to get off but got caught in the twigs and they snapped and she landed on her butt and glared at Emma.
"You're powerful." Caleb said to Emma and he reached out to touch her but Emma kicked him so hard he fell to his knees and her family and others jumped out of the woods and attacked the others on Caleb's side.
Caleb got up and he saw Peter and he smirked. He made him self invisible and he jumped into Peter's body taking control off it and he made Peter go for Emma. Peter ran at Emma against his own will and he slammed into her and they both flew back and skidded across the grass.
Emma winced "Peter!" she said, but she knew he was not him self. She kicked him off and she done a back flip and landed on her feet "I know you're in there Caleb and I wont give up until I get my Peter back." She said and she jumped in the air and she spin kicked him away.
Peter flew back and he landed on his own feet and he ran at Emma and Emma ran at him and they slammed into each other once again.
He grabbed her by her shoulder and threw her into the tree. Emma grabbed onto a branch and she swung her self around and landed on her feet "Peter don't do this!" she said "Please! I love you."
Peter was trying to fight off Caleb and he just walked towards Emma making her back up into a tree. Emma was pressed against the tree as her family fought with the others "Peter stop!" she said but it was too late, his hand was reaching up for her neck.
Peter closed his eyes praying he would not hurt Emma, his hand slid around her neck and he pulled her to him and he pressed his lips against hers kissing her, Caleb flew back out of his body and a little vile flew out of his pocket but he did not notice. He roared in anger seeing the two kiss.
Emma gasped and she hugged Peter "Don't scare me like that."
Peter held her close "I am so sorry" he held her and he saw Caleb jump at them. He kicked Caleb away and Tanya jumped on Emma.
Emma swung her arm at Tanya and she got Tanya in the stomach as Tanya ducked but Emma managed to catch her still in one way. She then kicked Tanya to the floor and she knocked her out with a kick to the jaw.
Hera looked at Emma "Wow nice kick" she said and then noticed the vile on the floor "What's this?" she asked and handed it to Emma
Emma opened it up and sniffed it "It smells odd" she said
Ben smelled it too and it made him gag "What's that horrible smell?"
Caleb was starting to have this spasm again, he looked in his pocket for the vile and Emma saw him "Looking for this?" she smirked holding up the vile so he could see it in her hand
He ran for the woods for cover but Peter held a tight hold of him that even Caleb could not get out off. Caleb's skin started to peal back and his face turned more wrinkled and his eyes turned more colder and his young skin was gone and instead of Caleb being in Peter's grip it was Ares.
Stunning revelation: Caleb = Ares! So he did cross between the worlds! I like the way the two families fought together to protect Emma and Peter! What is happening to them? Also: who or what is the witch and what are her true intentions?
Yeah I wanted Caleb to be normal at first but then I thought about what you said about Ares so I adapted that area so he's both Caleb and him self. Yeah Peter's family are fond of Emma so it makes sense they would protect her too. And it's the curse that is making Peter some what dizzy but Ares took control of his body in case you were refering to that. The witch will be seen more in the sequel
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A. Young
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R. van Persie
Showed his class with a deftly taken opener and swung in the free-kick from which United scored their second.
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Nanofilm's history can be traced to the earliest pioneering of nanotechnology. In the early 1980s, Nanofilm co-founder, Dr. Scott Rickert, was already researching self-assembling thin films as part of his work as a professor at Case Western Reserve University. The company began as a spin-off of that research and was co-founded by Dr. Rickert and businessman Don McClusky in 1985. The company's initial expertise enabled the manipulation of coatings at the molecular level to enhance the durability, clarity, ease of use and performance of transparent materials.
Nanofilm's first commercialized product was in response to a need in the ophthalmic industry. A new generation of high-technology polymeric eyeglass lens materials made old-style coatings and conditioners obsolete and unacceptable. Recognizing the growing need for a new approach, Nanofilm developed ultra-thin coatings to protect, enhance and condition this new breed of optical surfaces and coatings.
In tandem with Nanofilm's ophthalmic coatings, the company developed lens cleaning, care and refresher products. In fact, the first product was launched at the request of a major optical company as a companion product with eyeglass lenses featuring Nanofilm's coatings. Today, Nanofilm's surface care products are distributed around the world for the care of electronic displays, such as computers, cell phones and MP3 players, as well as cameras, scopes, eyeglasses and sunglasses. These products are sold both under the company's own brand name and a series of private label products.
Nanofilm today. And tomorrow.
Nanofilm continues to be a privately held company with headquarters in Valley View, Ohio, near Cleveland. The Board of Directors is comprised of current and former senior executives for BFGoodrich, RPM, McFarland Dewey & Co., and Zeiss, as well as a Senior Partner at the law firm, Jones Day.
The company has grown to 65 employees and has two facilities providing 50,000 square feet of research, production and executive space. Building on a foundation of success, Nanofilm's expanded nanotechnology portfolio now includes optically clear, thin (nanometers to microns) coatings, self-assembling nano-layers, nanocomposites and surfactant products.With an in-house team of nanotechnology specialists, the company continues to leverage its rich technological strengths and core competencies to capture growth opportunities in nanotechnology applications. Nanofilm has a full slate of development projects, including a number undertaken with and for partner companies in the U.S. and around the world. The results will have application at the OEM and aftermarket level.


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Larry Farmer loves his job! It's been 44 years since Larry started collecting small change in return for a view of prairie dogs and a bobcat on the family farm. Today, he's an iconic figure in Americana tourism, collecting somewhere around $9 a person to visit one of the most eclectic collections of animals and, of course, the world's largest prairie dog.
Countless times we've passed by the Oakley, Kansas zoo on I-70 without stopping at Prairie Dog Town. A friend reportedly visited the big prairie dog in a garage one winter day. But today we shelled out $25 (with a friendly discount from Larry) and actually felt pretty good about it.
Talking with Larry is worth the price of admission. He's proud of what he's done with Prairie Dog Town. Proud of the t-shirt he gave Al Roaker, the stories in Wall Street Journal and the parade of visitors from around the globe.
The pit of rattlesnakes starts the tour, Outside, the yard is pocked with prairie dog holes. Russian boars roll around in the muck while goats flock to the fence for handouts. Geese roam freely while the five-legged and six-legged steers rest next to each other.
At the far end of the park you can see the bright white belly of the world's largest prairie dog, freshly painted and standing 17-feet high - all 8,000 reported pounds. It's like a lifetime achievement to come to Prairie Dog Town, posing for pictures with the giant dog.
Yah, it's corny. But it's America. Promoters like Larry Farmer are, sadly, becoming a thing of the past. But 44 years later, his energy, passion and twist-your-arm tourism are still bringing people to Oakley for a little break while driving the flatlands of Kansas.
Frankly, the world would be better off with a few more attractions like Prairie Dog Town and entrepreneurial promoters like Larry Farmer who simply love people.


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Attention kids and parents. Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Excelsior Springs Branch on Saturday, December 11th at 2 pm. You will get a chance to hear them read a special holiday story. Then, kids will get a chance to sit in Santa's lap and tell him what they want for Christmas. Parents, make sure you bring your cameras. For more information, contact the Excelsior Springs Branch at 816-630-6721. Robert F.Excelsior Springs Branch
Santa arrived at the Dearborn Branch with his guitar and familiar holiday music Tuesday, the 9th. The jolly man in the red suit got almost 40 peoples' toes tapping with familiar tunes and the chance to sing along. There was also an opportunity for kids to have their picture taken with Santa. With a twinkle in his eye, Santa said he knew who had been naughty or nice!
I'm very excited to be able to attend Gerald Dickens at his one-man performance next Wednesday, December 15th! Did you know that he got his start performing A Christmas Carol because of Mid-Continent Public Library? He was here in the Kansas City area in 1993 for the Dickens Fair and brought his great-great grandfather's reading copy of A Christmas Carol with him.
The Dearborn Branch of Mid-Continent Public Library had a visit today from Anitra Steele, Children's Specialist. She brought her friend Morris the Moose, who was heading to the North Pole to find a friend with antlers like his. The puppet show Morris Finds Christmas was enjoyed by twenty-nine children and adults.
Santa made a surprise appearance at the North Oak Branch. Children, both young and old, enjoyed a story, a craft, and a chance to sit on Santa's lap! Jim "Two Crows" Wallen, aka Santa presented A Visit with Santa on December 16th at 10:30 AM. He was a hit as he told the story of how Santa got his reindeer. He helped the children with their crafts, and talked with everyone until show time.
Fun was had by all at Ms. Dennise's puppet theater this week! Our last showing of the Christmas puppet show will be Saturday Dec. 18 during our 11 AM Family Time program. Don't forget, storytimes are on break starting Monday Dec. 20th and will return in January! See you then!
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Two plastic pink flamingos ridden by scantily clad Barbie dolls! I see this in a storefront window on my way to work every day. After 17 years of this bizarre sight, it makes a person flamingo crazy. So tacky, yet so cool.
Those famous pink wonders were the brainchild of designer Don Featherstone back in 1957. The Union Products company manufactured them until 2006. Another company purchased the copyright and the molds, so never fear - you can make your own flamingo display. Just try to top the Barbie display - it won't be easy!
Platte, Clay, and Jackson counties are the heart of activity for the legendary James gang and the area served by Mid-Continent Public Library. So, it seems only fittin' that Frank James will drop the Dearborn Branch and tell his story. A reenactor and storyteller will be here Monday evening, January 31st, at 7 p.m. to talk about Frank James' early life, the Civil War, and his outlaw days.
The Excelsior Springs Branch has a special treat for the Discovery Club this month. The Kansas City Zoo will be here to take you on an Australia Adventure. You will get to learn more about Australian folklore and culture. There will also be some mystery animal guests for you to see. The program will be on Thursday, January 27, 2011 at 11 am. For more information, contact the Excelsior Springs Branch at 816-630-6721.
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