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Since the early days of petroleum exploration in Texas, the Permian Basin has produced the lion's share of crude oil and associated energy revenues that have provided for substantial investment in this state.
The Permian Basin is an oil-and-gas-producing area located in West Texas and the adjoining area of southeastern New Mexico. The Permian Basin covers an area approximately 250 miles wide and 300 miles long. Various producing formations such as the Yates, San Andres, Clear Fork, Spraberry, Wolfcamp, Yeso, Bone Spring, Avalon, Canyon, Morrow, Devonian, and Ellenberger are all part of the Permian Basin, with oil and natural gas production ranging from depths from a few hundred feet to five miles below the surface. The Permian Basin remains a significant oil-producing area, producing more than 270 million barrels of oil in 2010 and more than 280 million barrels in 2011. The Permian Basin has produced over 29 billion barrels of oil and 75 trillion cubic feet of gas and it is estimated by industry experts to contain recoverable oil and natural gas resources exceeding what has been produced over the last 90 years. Recent increased use of enhanced-recovery practices in the Permian Basin has produced a substantial impact on U.S. oil production.
For calendar year 2012 (the most recent total production year available),the Texas Permian Basin's crude oil production accounts for 57 percent of Texas' statewide total crude oil production or approximately 430 million barrels. For all Texas liquid production including crude oil and condensate (condensate is the liquid hydrocarbons produced with natural gas including butane, propane, etc.), the Permian Basin represents 51 percent of the total statewide Texas liquid production or approximately 509 million barrels of crude oil plus condensate), per current Commission production reports. The Permian Basin accounts for 14 percent of the total annual U.S. oil production or approximately 2 billion barrels according to data obtained from the U.S. Energy Information Administration . Statewide, Texas' annual crude oil production represents about 25 percent of the total U.S. oil production.
The Texas Permian Basin's crude oil production accounts for 57 percent of Texas' statewide total crude oil production or approximately 430 million barrels and accounts for 14 percent of the total annual U.S. oil production or approximately 2 billion barrels according to data obtained from the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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The Midland Development Corporation assisted with the funding for equipment for Midland College's Wind Energy Training curriculum to assist in developing and improving the workforce for existing industries as well as new wind industry companies.
Midland's abundant days of sunshine annually and large amounts of unused acreage make it an attractive place for solar power generation. Add in a skilled workforce with a history in energy production you have a location that is prime for solar product manufacturing.
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Ok, sure, this one isn't exactly 'News' nor a 'Lead Story' per se, but it was something that got me scratching my head about how some SEOs do things or percieve the world around them. Here, let me share first;
Google SEO: Changing On Page Text Have Ranking Effect In 2012? Search Engine Roundtable
REALLY?? In case you don't have the time to read up, here's a snippet;
"(...) a very respected and senior member at the forums said he made on-page text changes to his pages about 10 days ago and those changes had zero impact on his Google rankings. He was wondering the value of on-page text and SEO have in 2012. He said, "I have always have this suspicion, that text on site is just for google to what its about, but almost zero value for rankings.""
For starters, that is one of the craziest things I've heard in awhile and speaks to the addiction many SEOs have with links. They essentially can't see the forest for the trees. As someone that has spent most of his carreer learning about how search engines work, it's akin to saying the entire IR (information retrieval) world might as well pack it in, "We have PageRank. No need for any other signals". Which of course is just silly.
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Baruwa (Swahili for letter or mail) is a Web 2.0 MailScanner front-end. It provides an easy to use interface for managing a MailScanner installation. It is used to perform operations such as releasing quarantined messages, spam learning, whitelisting and blacklisting addresses, monitoring the health of the services, etc. Baruwa is implemented using Web 2.0 features (AJAX) where deemed fit. Graphing is also implemented on the client side using SVG, Silverlight, or VML. It includes reporting functionality with an easy to use query builder. Results can be displayed as message lists or graphed as colorful and pretty interactive graphs. Custom MailScanner modules are provided to allow for logging of messages to the MySQL database with SQLite as backup and for managing whitelists and blacklists.
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wedding industry has us wrapped around its $40 billion finger, insisting we spend every last penny to ensure the most perfect day. In fact, the average wedding costs more than $26,000 - even more in pricey cities like New York and LA. But remember, you're getting married, not weddinged! Here are 5 costly mistakes to avoid when planning your Big Day.
1. Assuming You Have to Stick with Tradition
You may be pressured to do things a 'certain' way by 'certain' family members, but if you're footing the bill, you get to decide. Keep in mind that a traditional sit-down reception and multi-tiered cake can easily add up. A recent Bride Magazine study found that the average reception costs $13,367 and a wedding cake $480. To save, consider having your wedding on a night other than Saturday. Or, rather than offering a full meal, why not throw a chic cocktail reception? Either of those options could help you save 25% or more.
As for the cake, what about cupcakes? That's what my fiancé and I are doing and we're saving about 50% with this one trick. Cupcakes cost about $2 to $3 each, while cakes can easily start at $6 per slice.
2. Poo-Pooing Electronic Invites
Get this: nearly one in five couples are now using electronic invitations or save-the-dates to invite guests to their weddings. "One of the great things about sending a save-the-date electronically is that enables people to go directly to your [wedding] website, which has information on transportation and where to stay," says Tracy Taylor Ward, wedding planner and founder of Tracy Taylor Ward Design. Many of her clients are opting for electronic save-the-dates, she says, and using online services such as Paperless Post. Also, Ward's graphic design team - Paper With Benefits - offers clients custom-designed invitations, which can be uploaded to email.
3. Going Overboard on Booze.
Your guests will most certainly appreciate a well-stocked and open bar but that doesn't mean you need to provide premium-shelf liquor and a large variety of wines. Survey your guests drink preferences and buy accordingly. One brand of white and red wine, a couple variety of beers, basic liquors and some cocktail mixes will gladly do. Also, try to work with vendors who will reimburse you for any unopened bottles. We're working with Frank's Wine, a vendor in Delaware, who's agreed to reimburse us for any unopened wine or liquor.
Finally, avoid fast depletion of your bar stock by passing around a signature cocktail. This also avoids long lines at the bar.
4. Splurging on Party Favors
Do you remember what you received at the last wedding you attended? Do you still own it? Wedding chackis - from personalized playing cards to mini chocolate boxes -- can cost anywhere from $3 to $5 per guest. While that may not seem like much in the grand scheme of wedding planning, favors don't always offer tremendous value. Instead, brides and grooms are moving away from party favors and opting for alternative thank you's. For example: More than 10% of couples made charitable donations on behalf of their guests last year, according to Bride Magazine. "What's nice about that is that it's not only going to a great cause, but it also enables the client to not disclose how much they're giving. So whether it's $50 or $5,000, everybody's happy," says Ward.
5. Not Asking For a Discount
Everything is negotiable in the wedding industry. Ward's haggling tip: "Instead of saying, 'I want X, Y and Z. How much does that cost?' Say, 'This is my budget. What can you do for me?'" True story: I got a 10% discount off my wedding gown just for asking! It's always worth a try.
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A great price and easy to drink and enjoy. The Spellbound Chardonnay is juicy with a little hint of oak and butter that does not dominate the wine. It is clean and refreshing and should go well alone or with fish or chicken.
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RUINED MY SKIN – My skin was breaking out and i usually go to a different place for extractions. that place was not opened on the day i needed to go so i went here...seriously the biggest mistake i made. after the appointment my skin felt so stiff and hard, this then started the worst breakout i have ever had in my life. i am now taking antibiotics to try and reverse this damage. its been two weeks and my skin is still so weird, its texture is so bizarre and hard for some reason. im sure they have great body massages the place is very beautiful, but if you are someone prone to acne, i strongly suggest you dont go here.
Perfectly relaxing – Tova Yaron is the ONLY day spa I visit in the Silicon Valley. From relaxing massages to skin-clearing facials, Tova Yaron exceeds my expectations every time. As a long time customer (over 2 years) to both the Westgate and Fairmont locations, I highly recommend these spas. The experienced therapists are professional, attentive, and offer the best pampering in the area.
Best place for massage – My sister and I went to Tova for a massage and facial. It was amazing! The staff was very professional and the spa itself is very elegant . I was a little late but the massage therapist still gave me the entire length of my massage. I heard Tova opened another spa at the Fairmont hotel and read in the paper that some celebrities have already been there--but I suspect it's more pricey than the Westgate location.
Terrible Business Skills - No PR Cababilities – I agree it was my fault to wait so long to inform Tova I won't be able to make it but Tova handled the situation very badly.
My mom and I had facial appts for 2:45pm. A night before, my mom pulled a muscle on her back. We hoped the pain would get better but it didn't. We realized we couldn't wait any longer so I called Tova to inform them. As expected, they were not happy.
At first, the receptionist said they would have to charge me for both appts because it was just half hour before. Obviously she did not know they did not have my credit card #. My intention was not to get into an argument so I hoped they would stir away from that option.
After consulting with the manager, I was told my mom wouldn't be charged, but I still would. I explained to them that I could not leave my mom by herself and come for my facial but that was disregarded. So at that point, I told them they did not have my credit card number so charging me would not be possible.
To my surprise, I was told in that case, a note would be put on my account that would BAN me from coming to their spa in the future. That's what really shocked me. For them to say that to new customers was a total put off and completely unnecessary. It was clearly a warning to not go to this spa. I replied saying that if Tova was ok with losing new customers with that attitude, it was fine with me.
I have never been banned from going to a spa because I wasn't able to make my appointment. Tova needs to work on their customer service and behavior big time.
Worst experience of my life. – I received a gift certificate for services at this salon, and despite the fact that I read horrible reviews I decided to be optimistic. Never again. To start off, the receptionist was obviously not a people person. She made no effort to make me feel welcome. I was told to wait in a room and someone would be with me. The room was small and uninviting. There were three magazines to read, and a bowl of old apples. I waited for about 10 minutes and than my therapist came in. She did not introduce herself and it was difficult to understand what she was saying because English was not her primary language. I was led to a room where I would be receiving a detox wrap. I had to leave my clothing and purse on the floor in the corner because there was no where to put it. The treatment itself was horrible. It was a seaweed/mint wrap of some sort. There was very little body prep except for the application of a slimming gel. The wrap was extremely uncomfortable as the entire time I was freezing. The mint in the wrap causes a cold sensation when air hits the body. My therapist did not wrap me well, so the entire 20 minutes I was supposed to be relaxing I was frigid cold. When she unwrapped me I was left in thebuff in a freezing cold room for about 2 minutes so that she could ready the shower. When that was done, I was left to towel dry and she than returned to apply some sort of cheap lotion. This was the absolute worst experience I have ever had. I left feeling worse than when I entered. I will NEVER EVER return again, and strongly urge anyone thinking to visit this salon NOT TO!!!
Not Impressed – After reading all the reviews, my girlfriend and I wanted to try it for ourselves so we booked a facial and a massage. Both she and I were disappointed with both experiences. The facial felt amateurish in the way she handled my face. After massaging my ear lobes for what felt like half an hour, she left "white stuff" in my ear. She did not massage my temples or shoulders. Granted she probably knew I was getting a massage thereafter, but if the description says "shoulder and neck massage", she should have obliged.
The facility was nice but bathroom was a little dirty. They offered snacks but there was only one apple and an orange in the fruit bowl. There were plenty of parking for it is located inside a mall.
Perhaps those who have had a great experince had a "better" person. I may give it another try but not anytime soon...
terrible service – Not worth the effort of going there. Owners are fake and from what I saw they not only are this way with their customers but also with their employees. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else.
Located in a sprawling mall, this spa and full-service salon transcends its surroundings. – The Scene
Since the turn of the century, this 4,000-square-foot spa has been attracting women of all ages--whether they have long-standing appointments or suddenly need a break from a shop-till-they-drop expedition. The bright reception room displays a variety of beauty products for sale, while just beyond the glass doors, the softly lit waiting room boasts Greek-inspired architecture, chic ergonomic couches and complimentary fruit and cookies. Treatment rooms line a long, cream-colored hallway, far removed from any mall-related disturbances.
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Tova Yaron, the proprietor, hails from Israel and has integrated minerals from her native Dead Sea into some of the spa's body treatments, including the signature Dead Sea Salt Glow. In addition to an array of traditional and sport-specific massages, the spa also offers foot-reflexology massages and popular pedicures. For a unique treat, schedule time in a hydrotherapy tub.
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Whirlpool. Massage, body treatments, wet treatments, facials, hair removal, manicure/pedicure, full-service salon, makeup application.
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I have been going to Linda's at Tova Day Spa for over a year now to get waxing. She is the best at what she does. She is QUICK and thorough, and tries her best to minimize the pain as much as possible. She listens to what you want and as much as I dread getting waxed I always know that I'm in good hands. If you are looking for a good person to get Brazilian bikini, eyebrows or any other type of waxing, Linda IS your gal! Trust me!
Raya at Tova Yaron is a healing goddess of massage – I went to Tova Yaron after a touch and go experience with another spa in the bay area. Tova intrigued me by its name and I decided to take a chance on them. I called on saturday afternoon at 2:45 and waas invited for a 3:30 appt. I was on time, as were they. I met Raya and knew I was in the right place. She is the BEST I have ever experienced. Usually after a half an hour I begin to look forward to the end of the massage and getting out and doing life again. I almost cried this time when my 60 minutes were up. Her hands were amazing and found my problem areas without any poking or prodding...somehow she just KNEW. Contrary to some other people's experiences here, no one attempted to upsell me at all...I met Tova (I assume it was her) and she didnt run to me and tell me all the things I need done...I love this place...I cannot speak for any other staff members but the front desk woman, tova, and Raya were all remarkable. I will be going back as soon as I can. A+++
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To be frank, there have been issues over the years with uneven quality and poor service from this particular store. We've returned at least one burned pizza, and have received…
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Sophia's was always my "go to" place. However, just "went there" and it's gone. What the heck??
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Jeremy Saulnier makes a striking debut that brings to mind Blood Simple and Pulp Fiction.
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"The Ballad of Narayama" is a Japanese film of great beauty and elegant artifice, telling a story of startling cruelty. What a space it opens…
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The Chicago Sun-Times reports on the 2014 Ebertfest, including appearances by Oliver Stone & Spike Lee.
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The Chicago Sun-Times reports on the 2014 Ebertfest, including appearances by Oliver Stone & Spike Lee.
"Dawn of the Planet of the Apes" prominently features digital effects in a manner that blurs the line between traditional production categories and may force…
Seonyong Cho offers his appreciation of Steve James' "Life Itself" and gives both the film and the man a thumbs up.
The unveiling of the Roger Ebert sculpture at the 16th annual Ebertfest.
Brie Larson, Steve Prokopy, Nell Minow, and more discuss "Challenging Stigma Through the Arts" at Ebertfest.
Name this plot: The gang hangs out near the beach and has a way of spontaneously breaking out into dance. A pretty girl is new in town. She's an outsider, until the leader of the beach crowd befriends her. Life's a holiday until an evil real-estate developer comes along and wants to destroy the Eden on the beach by erecting a huge development. The kids decide to protest in order to preserve their beloved turf. And the snaky developer turns out, inevitably, to be the new girl's daddy.
I'm pushing the buzzer and shouting "Beach Party"! "Frankie and Annette!" But I'm dating myself. "Step Up: Revolution" is the fourth of the "Step Up" movies, a series of unconnected stories that serve as showcases for the kinds of young stars who sincerely hope they'll soon be in better movies. The first one, in 2006, starred Channing Tatum. This fourth one stars Kathryn McCormick, from "So You Think You Can Dance." You get the idea.
McCormick is Emily, who we meet soon after she turns up in Miami Beach. She dreams of being a dancer and soon falls into the orbit of the Mob. No, not that one. This one is an awesomely well-organized, rehearsed, choreographed and disciplined flash mob that materializes around town and constantly mystifies TV news anchors, who report on its manifestations as if every appearance is a complete surprise. The mob's leader, Sean, is played by first-time actor Ryan Guzman. Like everyone else in "Step Up: Revolution," Sean is good-looking, gifted and apparently self-supporting, since he's available 24/7 to turn up anywhere and dance.
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Never mind. There's another crucial element to the story. It depends on all of the members of the Mob being immortal and stuck in a moment of time. They are staging their protests because the development would go up right where they like to hang out. Bwaa-bwaa! There's even the colorful restaurant run by a kindly old guy who is usually called Pop in these stories, although I missed his name this time.
Now, because Emily's father wants to tear down everything and erect his development, they are heartbroken. Where will they hang out now? Like many civic-minded people, I am in favor of landmarks and valuable streetscapes that are beloved by countless people. But is the Mob trying to preserve Miami Beach's Art Deco treasures? No, we never hear such a challenging term in the movie. I think they're basically trying to preserve Pop's.
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The recent #CancelColbert campaign on Twitter raises all kinds of issues about racism, but also about hashtag activism.
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Legislation to repeal North Carolina's renewable energy portfolio standards was killed in a House committee vote April 24.
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If the General Assembly wants to establish itself as the most business unfriendly, anti-jobs and anti-growth legislature in the nation, it will pass the recently filed bill oxymoronically titled the "Affordable and Reliable Energy Act."
SEIA Calls on Massachusetts to Increase Solar Carve-Out
The Patrick Administration today announced a process to further accelerate solar energy deployment in Massachusetts. This news comes as Massachusetts is within a year to 18 months of reaching the 400 megawatts (MW) target of the existing solar carve-out.
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SEIA Praises Governor Jerry Brown's Goal to Expand California Renewable Portfolio Standard
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SEIA's Comments regarding New Jersey's Solar Energy Advancement And Fair Competition Act (SEAFCA) were submitted on November 23, 2012.
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With penetrating insights for today, this vital history of the world economic collapse of the late 1920s offers unforgettable portraits of the four men whose personal and professional actions as heads of their respective central banks changed the course of the twentieth century
It is commonly believed that the Great Depression that began in 1929 resulted from a confluence of events beyond any one persons or governments control. In fact, as Liaquat Ahamed reveals, it was the decisions taken by a small number of central bankers that were the primary cause of the economic meltdown, the effects of which set the stage for World War II and reverberated for decades.
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Forests 2012, 3(3), 445-466; doi:10.3390/f3030445
Index for Characterizing Post-Fire Soil Environments in Temperate Coniferous Forests
1 Rocky Mountain Research Station, USDA Forest Service, Moscow, ID 83843, USA 2 U.S. Geological Survey, Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center, Snake River Field Station, Boise, ID 83706, USA 3 Department of Forestry and Geology, University of the South, Sewanee, TN 37383, USA
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Received: 4 May 2012; in revised form: 8 June 2012 / Accepted: 19 June 2012 / Published: 6 July 2012
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Abstract: Many scientists and managers have an interest in describing the environment following a fire to understand the effects on soil productivity, vegetation growth, and wildlife habitat, but little research has focused on the scientific rationale for classifying the post-fire environment. We developed an empirically-grounded soil post-fire index (PFI) based on available science and ecological thresholds. Using over 50 literature sources, we identified a minimum of five broad categories of post-fire outcomes: (a) unburned, (b) abundant surface organic matter ( > 85% surface organic matter), (c) moderate amount of surface organic matter ( ≥ 40 through 85%), (d) small amounts of surface organic matter ( < 40%), and (e) absence of surface organic matter (no organic matter left). We then subdivided each broad category on the basis of post-fire mineral soil colors providing a more fine-tuned post-fire soil index. We related each PFI category to characteristics such as soil temperature and duration of heating during fire, and physical, chemical, and biological responses. Classifying or describing post-fire soil conditions consistently will improve interpretations of fire effects research and facilitate communication of potential responses or outcomes (e.g., erosion potential) from fires of varying severities.
Keywords: fire effects; fire severity; soil burn severity; post-fire soil productivity; post-fire microbes; post-fire niche
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with both my previous pregnancies i gained between 25 and 30 pounds. now on my 3rd pregnancy i have gained 10 pounds in 10 weeks! ... idk if i'm eating for two or just older. I'm 28 now and was 21 and 25 then. Its so hard to eat healthy, I usually eat quick, being so busy with my two and I babysitt also. I just need more focus i think.
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Health Insurance Reform Daily Mythbuster: GOP 'Fact' Sheet
Health insurance reform opponents, like Republican Congressman Eric Cantor, continue to spread myths about components of America's Affordable Health Choices Act. Labeled "key facts" the fact sheet sent by Cantor's office to each member of Congress simply peddles already disproven myths and celebrates the analysis of a discredited insurance industry pawn.
Myth: "Independent analysis by the Lewin Group shows that 2 out of every 3 people would lose their current coverage, including up to 114 million people who receive health benefits through their employer or other current coverage if a government-run plan 'competes' with private companies." Congressman Cantor's "Key Facts"
Fact: While news reports have discredited the Lewin Group as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the insurance industry, the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) confirmed the provisions in America's Affordable Health Choices Act would result in dramatically increased coverage without crowding out private insurance. The CBO also says the bill would:
- Lead to an increase in employer sponsored insurance coverage: "We estimate that about 12 million people who would not be enrolled in an employment-based plan under current law would be covered by one in 2016..."
- Not crowd out private health insurance: "CBO does not anticipate a substantial shift from private insurance to Medicaid."
- Not lead to inflated public option enrollment, in fact, private plans would be dominant in marketplace. The CBO projects only about 10 to 11 million individuals in the public option by 2019.
- Several of the bill's measures could lead to decreased costs for the average consumer (e.g. encouraging healthy consumers to purchase insurance, reducing the "cost shift" of the uninsured, and reforms to Medicare). [For More Information on CBO Analysis]
Far from "independent," the Lewin Group has been widely discredited and found to be making financial contributions to Congressional Republicans.
- The Washington Post reported the group is a "wholly owned by UnitedHealth Group, one of the nation's largest insurers," that is "part of Ingenix, a UnitedHealth subsidiary that was accused by the New York attorney general and the American Medical Association of helping insurers shift medical expenses to consumers by distributing skewed data... In January, UnitedHealth agreed to a $50 million settlement with the New York attorney general and a $350 million settlement with the AMA, covering conduct going back as far as 1994."
Myth: "Medicare Services For Seniors Will Be Cut To Pay For Government Takeover." Congressman Cantor's "Key Facts"
Fact: While achieving new efficiencies, fighting fraud, and ending wasteful overpayments to Medicare Advantage providers, America's Affordable Health Choices Act includes several key provisions that improve Medicare benefits and health care for seniors, including the following:
- Strengthens Medicare upon which millions of seniors rely. Preserving all of the choices in Medicare of doctors and hospitals that seniors have now and highly value.
- Provides a permanent fix to Medicare payments to doctors. Ensuring that seniors can keep the doctor they have now by ensuring that doctors in Medicare receive fair and appropriate reimbursements for their services, rather than facing steep cuts in payments.
- Ensures that millions of seniors will save hundreds of dollars on their prescription drugs by phasing in completely filling in the "donut hole" in the Medicare prescription drug benefit (where drug costs are not reimbursed at certain levels).
- Computerizes medical records so seniors won't have to take the same test over and over or relay their entire medical history every time they see a new provider.
- Extends solvency of Medicare by 5 years or more.
That is why the AARP, the Center for Medicare Advocacy, along with many other organizations, are supporting the reform effort. AARP: "We are pleased by the House TriCommittee's health care reform bill, which makes important strides towards making sure that every American has access to affordable, quality health care choices…... Those of our members in Medicare pay close to 30% of their incomes on out-of-pocket expenses and they deserve relief, especially in the prescription drug doughnut hole, where they get no benefit while paying premiums. This bill would make great strides for all of our members and their families." [7/14/09]
Myth: "Record High Taxes To Be Paid By Small Businesses." Congressman Cantor's "Key Facts"
Fact: Small businesses benefit enormously from America's Affordable Health Choices Act. The bill would:
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I'm currently at 32-33 weeks and dialated to 3cm. We had a doctor's appointment last Thursday and because I had been traveling for a funeral my OB decided to check my cervix. It just so happened that I was dialated to 1 cm and lost my mucus plug! Luckily my wonderful doctor and nurses stopped the labor but I'm now on bed rest until the baby comes, hopefully after another week or two, but possibly tomorrow.
Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to keep myself busy, keep my husband happy, and not go absolutely insane? Does anyone have a similar story?
I'm sorry to hear that you're on bed rest! I hope that I don't wind up having to do that. Anyway, my best suggestions are to find some good books to read or movies to watch. Get started on your baby book if you haven't done so already. Maybe start a scrapbook for your little one beginning with your pregnancy. You could start a journal. I'm not that into crafty things, but you could try something like cross-stitch or crochet. My mom loves to crochet, but it takes lots of time to make something. At the very least that could be a good option to fill some time.
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I feel your pain LeslieAnn! Bed rest can be challenging, but a much needed break for your body. I was on bed rest for a few weeks with my first pregnancy and kept busy with writing and TV. Someone suggested taking advantage of Netflix, which I thought was a great idea.
The best advice is to stay positive and try to keep yourself occupied. I was pregnant with my second child and ended up in the hospital at 29-weeks for the entire rest of the pregnancy. It was awful having to be away from my 3-year-old and my husband, but we got through it. Many friends and family came up with great ideas to keep me busy with different craft ideas, a journal, scrapbook. But, sometimes all I could do was just lie there reading a book, watching tv or napping. Just remember, you're doing all this for a very good reason-to have a healthy, term baby! I'm currently pregnant with my third child at 23-weeks and already on bedrest at home due to preterm contractions. I am doing my best to be able to stay home with my two children, but do the best for baby also. It's hard, but just keep telling yourself it's worth it....and you're able to be home and not in the hospital. That's a huge positive right there! Good luck!
I definately feel you melissajane! I'm on bedrest also I'm currently 36 weeks but I've been on bedrest since 32 weeks. I was put on bedrest because I started dialating and then around 33 weeks I started having those contractions that you had too. they put me on meds and I'm will be getting off them today! I will definately be early since I'm 80% ready to go. I suggest to everyone if your on bedrest get as much sleep as you can because soon you wont have the opportunity to do so. My family has been really supportive of everything and came over to help get things put together like the nursery that I hadn't finished or they went to the store for me. I know its hard to stay down but do something you love to do that doesn't envolve moving around. I like to read or soon I'm gonna make the pillows that are going on my rocking chair. Watch movies or T.V. or find some music you like and just let that play. If you haven't already write a list of what your going to need in the hospital! I'm taking my labtop and music so that I can be distracted with something in the hospital during those contractions! Ask yourself what you need to take with you. what do you want to wear after you don't have to wear that hospital gown anymore! what are you putting the baby in? I just recently found out that my hospital provides spa robes and slippers. some people like to have some candies that theyy can suck on. I'm taking some sugarless gum with me just in case. What do you want to take for your coach? I'm gonna take some dvds and other things for my mom to do while we are there. Just remember that all this stuff is important too! And you'll end up thinking about ALL of it on bedrest lol you'll get bored at some point no doubt about it!
but to everyone who is on bedrest hang strong its for the best and it will be over!
I was on bed rest for 6+ weeks until I delievered. It was horrible. Half of it, I was stuck in the hospital. So if your at home, it makes a world of a difference. From my experience, I ran out of things to do quite early. I constantly thought of the things I could be getting done. But after I had two screaming babies at home, I occasionally thought of the bed rest and how nice it would be to sit, relax and even sleep for awhile. Think of it as a little vacation before you have your baby. Get as much sleep as possible. We all know how little you get after you have a baby!
just try to read and keep busy knitting blankets for the baby!
ohhh bedrest is the WORST feeling ever. I also went into preterm labor with my 1st child at 32 weeks. I stayed positive and focused on keeping him in there and he was born full term and 8lbs 2oz My favorite thing to do while I was resting was read books....lots and lots of books....good luck and i hope the little one stays put for a while!!
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