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15.12.2006 - MLA removes Bury Art Gallery and Museum from national accreditation schemeSource: www.24hourmuseum.org.uk
The Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA) Accreditation Panel has removed Bury Art Gallery and Museum's accredited status as of December 15.
This decision was taken as a result of the Bury Metropolitan Borough Council's decision to sell the painting A Riverbank by LS Lowry to plug a hole in the council's deficit. The painting was sold for £1.25m last month.
Chris Batt, Chief Executive, MLA, said: "The Accreditation Panel has made a unanimous decision to remove Bury Museum's registered status. The rules of the scheme are in place essentially to maintain and preserve our country's heritage, therefore breaking those rules not only affects future funding for the museum, but creates a cultural deficit for the people of Bury."
16.01.2007 - Bury Council loses Art Fund support after sale of LowrySource: www.24hourmuseum.org.uk
The UK art charity, The Art Fund, has announced that it will no longer consider funding applications from Bury Museum and Gallery in the wake of their controversial sale of a Lowry painting, A Riverbank.
It's the latest response to the sale, which went ahead in November 2006 despite vociferous opposition from The Art Fund and others, and follows expulsion from the Museums Association and withdrawal of official museum accreditation by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council.
Celebrating our heritage and the diversity of local cultureDudley MBC Council Plan 2010.
whilst also being fully aware that a healthy dose of realism is necessary to keep us on the straight and narrow (thank you, Marcus Smiley).Never assume that the above attitude prevents one from realising one's dreams.
set up a campaigning organisation - perhaps "Save Broadfield House Museum" or "Save Broadfield House Collections"
So they intend to close BH to save £120,000 a year.
The proposed saving for the Council, if the Museum is closed with effect from 1 April 2010, is estimated at £120,000 annually. There has been no evidence to show how that figure is reached. The closure proposals do not originate from Councillors, they originate from Council officials who have offered no evidence of how much it would cost the Council to establish Museum facilities to accommodate the Broadfield House operation on the Red House Cone site.
The Council of the Friends of Broadfield House Glass Museum meet on Monday evening, 19 January, when the situation and immediate plans will be formulated.
If you wish to add your voice further, may I invite you to take up membership of the Friends.
If you wish to make further representations at Councillor level you may wish to lobby Cllr. Karen Shakespeare the cabinet member for environment and culture who was involved in the 7 January cabinet meeting which endorsed the budget proposals which would result in the closure of BHGM. Her contact details are on the Dudley MBC web site.
It has come to my attention that there is a proposal to close down Broadfield House. This is very disturbing news, although I am unaware to the fate of the Glass Museum.
Having spent time researching the archives at Himley Hall for my book, Chance Expressions, and knowing the excellent facilities at Broadfield House, the loss of this resource would be a tragedy.
However, is the Glass museum itself to close? I heard a rumour that it could be re-sited at the Red House Glass Cone, which raises more questions: "where" in the Cone would this be possible?! Also, the Cone is leased from the Waterford Wedgwood group, which itself is in difficulties.
Lastly, it is worth bearing in mind that Broadfield House Glass Museum is the NATIONAL Glass Museum, and is a resource to benefit the entire United Kingdom (and the international community), and not just limited to Stourbridge glass. As such I feel the proposal must be rejected.
Dear Sir/Madam,
The point of my comments was to raise awareness among those responsible for wishing to 'close' Broadfield House, and that such action could cause the loss of an extremely valuable resource!
There was little point, therefore, in passing my comments onto Broadfield House, when I have already communicated with Roger Dodsworth. What is disconcerting is the thought that this is being considered in the first place, and the lack of information regarding the inevitable problems that this closure raises - what is happening to the Glass Museum: the collections, the archives, etc? These highly pertinent questions need answering before a move is even considered.
If the Red House Glass Cone is being considered as a possible location, then this has serious flaws: lack of space, the land is leased from a company which is going into administration - in all likelihood the adminstrators will choose to sell this asset. So what exactly is the plan of action?
I would be grateful if my comments could be forwarded to whichever committee is responsible for even considering this dubious action in the first place.
With thanks.
Mr D Encill
21 January 2009
Dear Mr Encill
Broadfield House Glass Museum
Further to your e-mail of 15 January 2009 to the Council regarding the above.
The background to the issue relates to both the Council's aspiration to amalgamate its Glass Heritage facilities on one site (Red House Cone) and a challenging financial climate.
As the Assistant Director responsible for Culture and Leisure Services I am well aware of the place of glass in the heritage of the Borough and would not wish to do anything that was detrimental to that.
To this end I and my officers have been tasked to undertake feasibility work in terms of how we could bring the collections and services that are currently split over 2 sites, under the one roof.
I am well aware as to the size of this challenge, that it may cost initially to bring this about and that the time frame that has been set for achieving this may be difficult to meet but we have been tasked to report back in the near future to Elected Members and appropriate Committees.
The Council has a 99 year lease on its part of the Red House Cone site so we have security there and the possibility of acquiring additional land and buildings will be explored as part of this process.
I know from meetings with the Friends of Broadfield House that there is much concern over this issue and have assured them that they will be involved in and advised of developments in this process throughout.
Yours sincerely
Duncan Lowndes
Assistant Director Culture and Leisure
Thanks very much for that. I have always meant to join the friends and kept putting it to the back of my mind - I shall activate that in the morning :)
As for the placatory letter you received - were you?
Dear Sandra,
Many thanks for the prompt response. I am slightly more assured by Mr Lowndes comments, although I also understand the saving per annum is a mere £120k (or £140k depending on who one listens to), which is small beer compared with other ways costs could be saved.
I did also hear that if such a proposal were implemented, Kari Moodie and John Smith would not be keeping their current posts: again, rather disturbing news if true.
Is it also true that the museum has realised an increase in visitor numbers for the last year, from 11,000 to 15,000?
Lastly, and not wishing to take up your valuable time, 2010 is the 400th anniversary of glassmaking in Stourbridge. Is it not rather poignant that such a move/closure is being proposed to coincide with the epic milestone?
To this end we are establishing a project group to take the matter forward
You are quite correct in saying that ill thought out petitions could be effectively a waste of time, but time is the one thing we do not have on our side. The council needs to be aware of the strength of feeling in the glass world as well as understanding the importance of the collections that are being held at Broadfield House.
Hi Adam,
That's great; you could put a distribution list together and have it downloadable from your website.
I agree that mobilising all the available organisations will add more weight to the argument. But I feel launching something this late could be detrimental - is there no way that something can be instigated online now? I doubt I will have the time to travel to Cambridge.
Can I also suggest that links to where these petitions can be found are placed on other member's web sites (e.g. I can place something on glassyeye.com, which gets several international hits, particularly the US), as this will spread the word even faster. We need to be very pro-active.
Individual action, such as the online government petition, will also reach a far wider audience, in particular those people who might not even be aware of BH. The decision by the Dudley MBC is extremely premature, but acting now will give the petition at least a month to gain support.
Hi Adam,
That's great; you could put a distribution list together and have it downloadable from your website.
If you do manage to get hold of any Broadfield House images, I would really appreciate it if you could forward them to me.
Now we need to encourage everyone we all know to sign. :)
I have already heard back from one opposition councillor who had been completely unaware of the proposals and expressed concern.
David, just having tried to upload my BHM pics of last November - obviously too large - shall try again
Not sure that they will listen to Canadians though. It may be that given the decision is being made by a local government they will not care (which does not seem to be high on their skill sets) if the foreign people want a glass museum or not.
............this is great timing given the property market slump...
tried to sign at least six or seven times - was not accepted >:D
............this is great timing given the property market slump...
Not really. The construction sector has been hit badly by the current economic situation and property developers aren't buying land.
I see this very much as an opportunity to enhance and improve the services provided to visitors and glass enthusiasts, set in the context of how the traditional glass was produced and I want to be certain that this can be achieved before any decisions are taken.
The location of Broadfield House is not ideal from the point of view of a visitor attraction. It is not easily accessible to many people who visit the Red House Cone, which is shown, by the number of visitors to each Museum. There are in excess of 20,000 more visitors to the Cone each year, which is one of the reasons why I would like to look at the option of relocating the entire collection to a single site. Clearly, this would have to entail an expansion of the existing Red House site.
I have called for a study on the feasibility of moving the collections and housing them in the Glass Quarter at The Red House Cone.
I appreciate that this will not be a process that can happen overnight and there will be a great deal of work that needs to be completed to ensure that we have covered all bases and understand fully the complexity and cost of what we would like to achieve.
I sent links to the Times letter to all Dudley councillors.
Cllr. Malcolm Davis replied thus:
"In response to your article in the Times, can I also say that we pay more than this to remove graffiti"
A couple of extracts from the many interesting comments that can be found on the online petition, which has now passed the 400 mark:
My Great-grandfather and Grandfather ( John Northwood 1 and John Northwood 2) were pioneers in the local glass industry. Unique valuable glass objects were donated to the museum by my Grandfather. These were given on the understanding that they would be on display to the public in an academic museum environment. The Wordsley Cone site cannot provide this type of facility. I feel that despite my my Grandfather's generosity, his wishes for the donated objects are being ignored.
Richard Roberts
The Broadfield House Glass Museum is a centre of excellence of National importance. It has also a key function in keeping the rich regional heritage of Stourbridge alive.
Reino Liefkes
Is n't the MP for Dudley Ian person, a Junior Minister? He spoke in the House last night on behalf of Lord Mandelson, about "being proud , coming from Dudley, of our tremendous engineering background in the West Midlands, and protecting jobs in the car industry!" in reply to Ken Clarke. Has he spoken out yet about the proposed closure?
The site is located next to a working canal and adjoins a listed building.
Further to my earlier ,essage about the Stuart Crystal factory site ( not Red House Cone) , it appears a demolition contract for £190k has been place with a 19 week timescale by the developer see http://www.lawsongroupltd.co.uk/demolition_projects_stuart.html.Its all boarded up with a gate some of the buildings have been burnt down, alot has gone. It looks the same as on google earth view as far as I can see. I went to Broadfield and did some shots outside with Allister Malcombe looking p*%ed off for the local paper so if anybody wants some let me know. I will swing by the old stuart site tomorrow at some point (if I can see my hand in front of my face..FOG!! here today.) and do the James Bond bit. 8)
Perhaps a local member can advise if this has started.......
Stephen. :mus:
Councillor Karen Shakespeare, cabinet member for environment and culture, said: "We are not shutting the glass museum and attempting to either put the collections in the existing space at Red House Cone or into storage, which appears to be a major worry for many people who have contacted me
A new thought. Surely it is possible to get the accounts for the last three years on the running costs of the Broadfield House Museum using the Public Information Act?
Councils have to be more and more accountable and open!
Access to council minutes, accounts and non-current electoral rolls which are held, is provided free of charge in the searchroom, whether listed or not, in accordance with the Local Government Act (1972).
The permanent and temporary exhibitions at Broadfield House attract visitors from all over the country, while the majority of people visiting the web site are from the USA. The glass collection contains approximately 15,000 individual pieces (including long term loans) ranging from 17th century glass to present day work, with the main focus on glass produced in the local Stourbridge area. The collection of Stourbridge glass is the finest and most comprehensive in the world. The museum is supported by an outstanding glass library and archive collection, and is a major centre for research into 19th and 20th century glass. Enquiries are received from all round the world.
The Red House Glass Cone was restored and opened as a visitor attraction in 2000. It is one of only four remaining glass cones in the country and is the most complete, retaining its associated workshop buildings and canal side location. The Red House Glass Works, of which the Cone forms part, was the home of Stuart Crystal from 1881 and the Council today operates the site in partnership with its current owners Waterford Wedgwood.
The worst case scenario, after all that has gone on over the last couple
of weeks, is that the study will lead to the conclusion that there is no
viable alternative and Broadfield House will remain as a museum. If that
is the worst that can happen, then I don't think we have much to fear.
Broadfield House costs £250,000 a year to run, attracting around 8,500 visitors. More than 27,000 people flock to the cone each year."
All the people who visit the site to go to Connexions - a goverment job agency
Proposed closure of Broadfield House
Dear Sir/Madam,
Following the announcement by Dudley Council to close Broadfield House and shoe-horn the collection into an inferior site at the Red House Glass Cone, I feel it is necessary to notify as many people as possible to this alarming fact.
Could I trouble you to alert your members to this troubling news?
There are three sites worth visiting, all inter-linked:
The support of members from The Society of Glass Technology would be most welcome, particularly in signing the petition!
With regard to your most recent e-mail concerning the supplementary planning document, it is an important process in itself, regardless of the outcome of the Broadfield House study. Planning guidance underlies the decision making process for all planning applications and by clearly identifying the area of the Glass Quarter will allow the Council to exercise greater control over inappropriate development. I am sure you can see the benefit of this in terms of making the most of the heritage we have in this area.
Re the ITN News clip above, for those like me without sound, I think the two interviewees are:-
- John Sanders, Former Chairman of The Friends. Many will remember him running the Glass Association stand at glass fairs before Maurice and Pauline Wimpory took on the role.
- Diana Dias-Leaõ, designer and creator of the glass dresses.
Extract from the petition:Inaccurate, the NMS is undergoing major 3 year refurbishment so closure is temporary. The main Glass Collection at Huntly House is still in situ - however, rarely opened due to staff a.k.a. funding shortages.
Neil Hynd no 756
"Scotland has now lost its historic glass display in its National
Museum, the Edinburgh city museum has closed its display. Broadfield
is the last remaining major centre outside London and should not be
lost! I have a small collection of glass I was planning to leave to
Broadfield and will now have to be satisfied that anything you now do
is of sufficiently high and wide ranging standards to merit such
- Barbara Beadman of Plowden & Thompson, current Chairman :huh: of The Friends.
The Stourbridge News also has a poll running, readers can vote there too to help the local press gauge interest! Link at end of article that Adam has just posted above.
Do you think the council should close Broadfield House?
Yes : 5%
No: 95%
Hello Adam,
You are quite right, The petition is good but we really need more numbers.
How can we go about this? Apart from word of mouth.
I know spamming isnt the best option but If everyone sends the link to 50 people on email, Letter or any other methods, Just 1 reply from all those is better than none!
Cheers, Nathan Smith
The Friends of Broadfield House Glass Museum
5th February 2008, 1.50p.m.
Dear Friends of our museum and glass collection.
I have just spoken to the Deputy Director of the Urban Environment (Dudley MBC) who has had a meeting with the Staff at Broadfield. The outcome is positive and in line with the letters and emails Cllr. Shakespeare has sent out.
A feasibility study will be commencing which will be thorough, robust, and involve external museum consultants. Dudley Council is trying to plan for the long term. They will be developing a long term plan for the Red House site.
Long term decisions will be based upon the findings of the feasibility study and unless another site can duplicate and enhance the offering of Broadfield no long term decision to close Broadfield will be taken.
Thank you to everyone who has pursued this cause. Everyone is a winner.
Yours sincerely
Barbara P. Beadman
Chairman of The Friends of Broadfield House Glass Museum
Last week I sent an email to Councillor Karen Shakespeare:see post 188 above for the text which refers to the complex feasibility study proposed.
I certainly think that this is a very constructive reply but as with all these things I shall be reading it carefully a few times before responding. :)
Dear David,
As a researcher, writer and publisher, I think you can appreciate my concern over the proposed closure of Broadfield House! I have attached a letter that I wrote this week to three MPs:
Rt. Hon. Andy Burnham, MP
Secretary of State to the Department for Culture, Media & Sport
Barbara Follett, MP
Minister for Culture, Creative Industries & Tourism
Lynda Waltho, MP
Here I explain the situation and the impact this will have on Stourbridge - not just the immediate future, but the long-lasting effect to the International Festival of Glass Biennale, which will inevitably be deprecated, and the long-lasting future to the area.
I have, for some time, used the facilities available to the public, namely the archives at Himley Hall, the various glass stored at Himley and Broadfield House, and the expertise of the thoroughly welcoming staff - what a delight to meet such people, who prove so helpful and informed!
I have also assisted with the archiving work and was glad that my input proved useful. I will be happy to offer my services again in the future, if they are required.
While my feelings may be at odds with some people, I know that as a museum Broadfield House can always be improved upon. For example, disabled access is hardly welcoming to the majority of the collection.
However, just because the Red House Glass Cone may appear to have "adequate space" (as claimed by a member of staff at Red House), the actual floor area truly required is far in excess to what is available (assuming it is the rooms in the upper floor?) - after all, what is displayed at Broadfield House is just part of that which is actually in storage.
I therefore suggest that it might be worth considering the old Stuart Glass site opposite the Red House - I understand the developers have halted work and the area required is quite small in relation to the rest of the site. In fact, buildings already exist that could possibly be deployed, thereby reducing the expenditure further.
Think how this could plan out over the years - two totally independent sites, just yards apart, offering a totally diverse and educational look at how the glass was made, and the spectacular end-results!
I agree that this land either needs purchasing, or securing on a long lease, at a time when the council is trying to save money. But I also believe strongly in looking ahead to the future and not simply looking at "available solutions", which will simply prove inadequate over time, and threaten the international status that Broadfield has built up over the 30 years of its existence.
In any event, the immediate need is to secure the future of the Broadfield House glass collections and I therefore totally oppose the move. Stourbridge's main asset is its glass heritage. I urge the council not to take hasty action which jeopardises this.
I look forward to any comments you may have.
I take it, Adam, that it was you who contacted Ian Jones? :thup:
What a lovely thing for him to do, actually taking the time to visit, and send such a strong and authoritative report - absolutely brilliant, both of you. :ghug:
I know these can be printed off, to allow us to have hard copies of them all!
How about we print them all off and send them to the above people, and get them to read the views of thousands of signatures!
Hello all, I driving to Manchester last Wednesday night about 5:00pm to be called by AA who asked me If I could go to the meeting at Dudley Councils offices regarding BHM for 7:30pm has no one was going. So is it true not one person turned up??
The council fully recognises the importance of the collection housed at Broadfield and it is not our intention to either downgrade or move the collection out of the borough.But that does not mean that they won't sell parts of the collection - after all, the council could claim that "trimming" the collection would result in an "upgrade" in an overall "improved museums experience"
"It has been well known for a number of years that Broadfield House is far too small and we are only able to display about 20% of the glass collection. You may remember the project to convert Himley Hall into a national glass museum that only failed as it did not stack up financially. The Council attempted to purchase the site of Stuart Crystal, opposite the Red House Cone, but for reasons that I explained to you, we failed.
"The current suggestion is that we use the present opportunity to enhance the facilities at the Cone so that a greater percentage of the collection is on view alongside the historic cone and develop an enhanced museum service based in the heart of the historic glass quarter. I have been assured that the forthcoming feasibility study will involve all those who contacted the Council recently."
particularly if they are displayed "shoulder-to-shoulder".
TV star dubs cllr "Homer Simpson of Culture""I've had a number of calls from council tax payers saying they have never heard of Broadfield House Glass Museum.
Stourbridge News 3:25pm Wednesday 11th March 2009
By Bev Holder
My email to Cllr Caunt on this matter was deleted without being read, according to the read notification I have just had back.
Nice! :-\
Our insight has grown out of our skill at bringing together the needs of stakeholders with the needs of the marketplace now and with an eye on future trends. We aim for achievable and sustainable solutions.
Surely all the supporters already believe that Broadfield House is THE Museum of national importance regarding English glass, its history and heritage?
The next phase will be even more difficult. Don't lose the momentum
Perhaps we should now rename our campaign? Certainly we must refocus it!
"The Glass Centre is a chance to put Sunderland on the map of international excellence in design and making of glass, from artworks to architecture". http://www.nationalglasscentre.com/.
Here is what Wikipedia says about the financing....
"Since the centre opened it has failed to meet targets on visitor numbers.[2] Visitor numbers of 100,000 per year were some way short of the target of 250,000 visitors per year.[4][5] The centre receives regular funding from the Arts Council England - including one of £700,000 - prompting a National Audit Office report to judge that it was "over-funded".[2] Despite this, the site continues to receive a quarter of a million pound grant annually by the Arts Council and the City Council[2] and in 2002 was losing £100,000 per year.[4] The problems of low attendance and overly optimistic income generation the Centre experienced have been shared by other lottery funded cultural attractions in the North East such at the Arc Centre in Stockton (which went into liquidation in 2003) and nearby Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art".
We have won the first battle, but the task ahead is immense, but not impossible. We must act while the sites of the famous Heritage are still visible and 1612- 2012, 400 years of handmaking in the area must be the theme, and we must aim to compete with Ironbridge. In 1998/9 it had 2.5m visitors bringing in £76m!
One of the things that needs to be done is to attract glass artists from across the country to come and set up studios there at attractive rents and rates, in the old sites and strive towards creating a World Heritage site of Glass making. This is where, inmho, The National Glass Centre did not succeed fully. For instance the old glass making tradition of Hartley Wood Glass Makers, making stained window glass in the original way, that was there, is now in a steel shed in Alvechurch near Redditch, called English Antique Glass!
DBC needs vision, courage and deep pockets, and all the support it can get from glass mad fanatics like us to create a future World Heritage site capable of employing thousands, not hundreds! There is not even a decent hotel in the close vicinity, and the only conference area for the Glass Association AGM was the bonded warehouse alongside a neglected canal!
It looks like we haven't heard the last from Dudley Council's feasibility study:
www.glassassociation.org.uk/News/broadfield.html (http://www.glassassociation.org.uk/News/broadfield.html)
Some months ago myself, Andy McConnell and Will Farmer presented a proposal to the consultants at a meeting at BH organised by the Friends, it outlined a fundraising plan to develop an alternative business plan for a more extensive "World Class" museum. The plan needed seed funding by the Friends, GA and GC.
So, in summary, the campaigne has no money.....
So, perhaps it is worth restating the very first post in this thread from Jan 10th 2009:
"Dear All,
I am reliably informed that Broadfield House Glass Museum is to close in March 2010. I think that this is a tragedy. In my opinion Broadfield House is a national treasure.
I wonder; what can we do?"
The cabinet noted the findings of the first stage of the study and asked the consultants to progress to Stage 2 which will develop more detailed proposals and costings for Option B of their report.
Option B asks the consultants to look at the practicalities of bringing the boroughs glass heritage services together onto one site at the cone and developing the former Stuart Crystal shop and associated buildings, which have been purchased by Dudley Council, subject to contract. It will cover such topics as physical/spatial designs, interpretation plans, audience development and marketing strategy, estimated costings and funding strategy, implementation programme and priorities.
See this link for more information and their links to more details:
y-study-moves-forward (http://www.dudley.gov.uk/welcome/news-in-dudley/december-2009/feasibilit


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Thursday, April 17, 2008
The Proof is in the Puddin'
For me, a trip to Savannah isn't complete without totally overindulging in sweets. It's the southern way, and it's certainly the way in my family. Although this Paula Deen recipe is entitled Not Yo' Mama's Banana Pudding, it is my mama's banana pudding. It's decadent, sweet and creamy, with a few variations and shortcuts from the traditional dessert. For presentation's sake, mama and I served it up in individual ramekins and topped it with additional whipped cream. Now that's some fancy puddin'.
Not Yo' Mama's Banana Pudding
Recipe courtesy of Paula Deen and the Food Network
2 bags Pepperidge Farm Chessmen cookies
6 to 8 bananas, sliced
2 cups milk
1 (5-ounce) box instant French vanilla pudding
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12-ounce) container frozen whipped topping thawed, or equal amount sweetened whipped cream
Line the bottom of a 13 by 9 by 2-inch dish with 1 bag of cookies and layer bananas on top. In a bowl, combine the milk and pudding mix and blend well using a handheld electric mixer. Using another bowl, combine the cream cheese and condensed milk together and mix until smooth. Fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture. Add the cream cheese mixture to the pudding mixture and stir until well blended. Pour the mixture over the cookies and bananas and cover with the remaining cookies. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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WOW! That sounds soooo great!ReplyDelete
I'll be sure to give this to my mom and yell "MAKE THIS FOR ME, NOW!"ReplyDelete
on mother's day.
She'll love it!
I think I'm drooling. This is soo delicious. Lindsay says she'll make it but she keeps pudding it off.ReplyDelete
YAAAAAAAAYYYY!!! I LOVE this recipe!ReplyDelete
Presentation, always about the presentation, when you live with The Artist's Palate. Good looking and tasting, a sensory delight, in words and tone of James Lipton.ReplyDelete
Another fabulous dessert recipe for me to try & bring a little of Savannah home! Yum!ReplyDelete
I'm glad I'm amongst fellow puddin' fans.ReplyDelete
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This is Simon Lazarus, American patriot, speaking. I hate liberals. No, I really hate them. They are turning this country - and this world - into a pile of shit! There is not a terrorist they do not sympathize with, there is not a perverted cause they do not fight for, there is no tax they will not push for, there is not a rude comment they will hesitate to make without thinking twice about its impact or the rank hypocrisy behind it. And the media, larded down with liberals, gives them a platform for their sick views! Enough of liberals! They are ruining America for the rest of us! They sicken me, every one of them.


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First aid training a worthwhile investment
|By JENNI SEBORA
Halloween brings a collection of candy that keeps the "sweet tooths" of my children (and mine, too) happy for a long time (almost until next Halloween).
My husband and I check through the candy to make sure it is safe to eat. As part of the examination process, I also collect all of the various "sucking" candies to store away.
Because of past choking experiences with butterscotch and peppermint sucking candy, I am very cautious and probably overprotective. Whenever my children want to suck on a piece of candy, I make sure it is broken up into smaller pieces first.
When I was in second grade and on the bus waiting for it to leave school to transport us home, I choked on a butterscotch candy. And I was really choking. I could not cough, talk, or breathe, so I ran up to the bus driver, who had his back to me, sitting in his seat, and I tapped him on the shoulder and gave him the universal sign for choking.
He immediately stood up and stood in back of me and performed the Heimlich maneuver on me. Obviously, it worked because I am writing about it.
It was a scare for me as I am sure it was for the bus driver, but I am so thankful he knew what to do. He should have received a Purple Heart award.
I am not sure his quick action was recognized by anyone other than my family and me. But to this day, 30-some years later, I still consider him a hero in my book, and I have shared this story more than a few times with my own children.
It really is beneficial to be trained in first aid safety and CPR. It can save a person's life.
A short while before my youngest daughter turned one year (about six months ago), she got a hold of an apple her older sibling had been eating, and she choked on a piece of apple peeling. We observed she was not coughing, crying, or talking. We knew she was choking.
She was small and not yet one, so I picked her up, laid her on my forearm, facing down, head down, and performed back thrusts. The apple peeling started coming up, and my husband grabbed the peeling out of her mouth. She started crying what a relief. There are times when crying is music to your ears.
As a parent, it seems, you go into action mode and automatically respond, but I was grateful that I had received training in first aid and rescue breathing a few different times, so I knew what to do.
I would recommend first aid and CPR training to anyone. Courses are offered through community education, technical colleges, and hospitals. The classes and training are well worth the effort, time, and investment! You never know when you may need to use it.
A thank-you bite
We've probably all had times when children don't want to try a new food, or they just don't want to take a bite of that dreaded vegetable or hot dish that they don't like (or think they don't like). In fact, health professionals and nutritionists say young children usually need to try food a few times before they actually can determine whether or not they like a food, and tastes for foods can change over time, as well.
I remember when my daughter "hated" spinach, but she tried it again, and now, eats it for a snack.
How about implementing the "thank-you bite" system at each meal? Everyone, including adults, must try at least one bite of each food when it appears for a meal a thank-you bite for the effort of preparing the food, or just for having the food (unless of course they have an allergy or a have a great adverse reaction to a food item). Who knows, they might just like what they thought they didn't!
Portable play box
As my family and I travel around to watch our children in their various activities, we "carry" along some must-haves for our other children to play with as they are watching their sibling at dance, soccer, etc.
Parent Bob Tomecek of Lisle, Ill. noted in the FamilyFun magazine that he and his wife created a portable sandbox to keep their younger children busy at their older siblings' sporting events. They used a clear plastic container with a tight lid, filled it with white play sand, and added some small toys, such as a shovel, ball, cup, truck, etc. It's great entertainment for the little ones. When they are done, the cover goes on, and it goes in the back of the vehicle for the next event.
You could create different portable play boxes depending on interests. One could contain crayons, markers, stencils, paper, and color books. One could contain play dough and cookie cutters. An Etch-a-Sketch and Magnadoodle are great toys to keep in the car, as well, to use in a pinch.
And of course, a container with books is always a good idea.
Have a safe and wonderful week!
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LIFE SWEET LIFE ~ An Evening of Sacred Cacao and Medicine Music With Chris Mapstone and Angela Prider
LIFE SWEET LIFE ~ An Evening of Sacred Cacao and Medicine Music
With Chris Mapstone and Angela Prider
Friday, July 14, 2017 - 7.30pm (arrive by 7pm to settle in)
Join us for a beautiful opportunity to celebrate Summer and the Sweetness of Life in an evening of Sacred Cacao and Despacho Ceremony, followed by inspirational heart music from Australian guitarist and multi-instrumentalist, Chris Mapstone. As part of his "Honouring the Elders" tour in Canada this year, Chris will be sharing music from his latest album, Spirit Songs which blends folk, world, traditional and ancient melodies in an album of Sacred Medicine Music.
Our evening will be a co-created circle which includes:
Cleansing ritual and grounding meditation
Heart opening with Sacred Cacao ceremony
Shamanic sound and journeying
Despacho offering to carry out prayers of gratitude
Medicine Music to support our intentions and move our bodies in celebration of the Sweetness of Life
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Yoga mat, blankets and cushions to lay comfortably
Any items which are dear to you and you can take home after charging on our altar
Water bottle
Our circle will be held @ Lions Hall, 400 Centre Rd., Lion's Bay, BC
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"Mapstone's conscious roots Music is infectious to the soul, uplifting and leaves you calling for more. Full of joy, depth, inspiration and spirit, he is a musician on admission with enough heart to see it through. Do yourself a favor and experience his musical medicine."
- Matt Granlund, CBC Radio One
Angela Prider is a Spiritual Healer, Weaver, and Wisdom Keeper of the White Bone Shamanic Tradition. She has been practicing shamanism and teaching within sacred circles for over twenty years, and is passionate about soul, nature, mythology, and creativity. With a trauma-informed foundation of counseling and somatic based therapy, Angela brings a grounded and compassionate presence to her teaching. Among her extensive training with Indigenous teachers and mentors, she recently completed an intensive facilitator training, Singing Over the Bones, with author and Senior Jungian Psychoanalyst, Clarissa Pinkola Estes, Phd. (Women Who Run with the Wolves)
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In her closing remarks, NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan asked the President, the Government, the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee, the Council of Ethnic Affairs and other Committees of the NA and relevant agencies to acquire opinions of the NA Standing Committee in order to finalise reports presented at the session.
The reports cover different aspects such as the country's socio-economic situation, the State budget, the treaty and protocol on land borderline and markers between Vietnam and Laos, and the draft law on amendments and supplements to some articles of the 2015 Penal Code, among others.
Such documents must be completed before the opening of the NA's third session slated for May 22, she said.
The top legislator said the NA's Committee for Deputy Affairs effectuated personnel resolutions following conclusions made by the NA Standing Committee.
The NA Standing Committee also agreed on the need for the Government to issue a decree on special financial mechanisms and policies for the northern port city of Hai Phong, she added.
Earlier the same day, the committee continued giving its feedback on the State budge balance in 2015.
NA Vice Chairman Phung Quoc Hien said the committee agreed with the total collection, spending, State budget overspending as well as public debts as reported by the Government.-VNA


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Thirty-Seven Year-Old Man Found Guilty Of Possession Of Child
SAN JUAN, P.R. – After a three-day jury trial and four hours of delibe-
ration, Joed Torres-Monge was found guilty of one count of possession
of child pornography, announced United States Attorney Rosa Emilia
Rodríguez-Vélez. United States District Court Senior Judge Juan Pérez-
Giménez presided over the trial.
According to the Indictment, from on or about March 16, 2015 through
May 6, 2015, the defendant knowingly possessed materials, which con-
tained images of child pornography, where the production of such visu-
al images involved the use of a minor engaging in sexually explicit con-
During trial, the government presented evidence that Torres-Monge do-
wnloaded numerous pictures and videos from the Internet depicting mi-
nors, in some cases infants, engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
"The conviction of Torres-Monge shows the commitment of our state
and federal law enforcement agencies to apprehend and prosecute cri-
minals whose crimes victimize children," said United States Attorney
for the District of Puerto Rico, Rosa Emilia Rodríguez-Vélez. "The U.S.
Attorney's Office for the District of Puerto Rico will continue to prose-
cute sexual predators in order to protect the vulnerable victims of these
crimes, our children."
The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Ginette
Milanes. The now convicted defendant faces a maximum penalty of
twenty (20) years in prison. The sentencing is scheduled for July 21,
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The Civil Partnership Act 2004 (which came into force in December 2005) enables lesbians and gay men to enter into a civil partnership (a registered partnership with rights akin to those available to heterosexual couples who choose to marry).
- They are only open to same sex couples (and therefore not available to unmarried heterosexual couples who choose not to marry).
- Each party must be over 16 (and have the consent of parents or guardians if under 18), unrelated and not already married or in an existing Civil Partnership.
- Notice of an intention to register a Civil Partnership must be given to the Register Office local to the home address of each partner.
- Parties can register their in Civil Partnership only after 15 clear days from the date of giving notice.
- In order to register the Civil Partnership the parties must both sign a Civil Partnership Schedule/Register in front of the Registrar and 2 witnesses.
- Civil Partnership ceremonies are not limited to Register Offices although no religious service is permitted whilst the Registrar is officiating at the formation of the Civil Partnership.
- There are special procedures to be followed if one party to the proposed Civil Partnership is subject to immigration control.
- Civil Partnerships give to the couple the same rights as married couples including in relation to tax, Social Security, inheritance and employment benefits.
- A Civil Partnership cannot be brought to an end until 1 year has passed since the date of registration.
- The grounds for bringing a Civil Partnership to an end are the same as for divorce except that adultery does not apply.


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Twelve thermopane, stained-glass windows designed by Toronto's artist Sarah Hall were installed in a Wind Tower on the University of British Columbia campus, and now illuminate the campus both literally and spiritually. The six-foot by two-foot panes, part of a theological library built for the university's Regent College, feature an Aramaic version of the Lord's Prayer etched into the glass. But while the artist hopes it will inspire spiritual reflection, the glass also serves a more earthly purpose, transferring the light that passes through it into energy that powers the lighting system of the 12-metre tower itself. "It really is a revolutionary thing. I think people are going to think of energy in a whole new way," Ms. Hall said from her west-end Toronto studio last week (2006). "It's going to engage people who perhaps wouldn't just be engaged by the art. You'll find engineers and ecologists and even theologians, who might be inspired by it." Ms. Hall's windows were the first North American project constructed from photovoltaic glass, which can collect and transfer solar power.
The tower contains 43.8 square metres of photovoltaic glass that was made in Germany. In Europe, Ms. Hall has seen photovoltaic material integrated into the roofs and facades of buildings, and more recently embraced as an architectural material in its glass form.
Ms. Hall began experimenting with the material in 2004, and received an Ontario Arts Council grant to continue her research.
The UBC tower was her first photovoltaic project and incorporates various layers of glass melding the design's environmental, artistic and spiritual elements.
The outer layer is a clear panel of photovoltaic glass, which is wired to an inverter that will transfer the solar power into a battery and then to the tower's LED lighting system.
Behind that is another pane in which Ms. Hall etched the Lord's Prayer in Aramaic, an element inspired by the library's religious manuscripts and the fact that the tower itself is oriented to the North Star. "When I heard that, the phrase 'Our Father, who art in heaven,' just popped into my head," she said.
Behind that is a waterfall of light in blues and greens, colours which Ms. Hall said work well in the West Coast light.
"The light is really different out in Vancouver," she said. "It doesn't take well to the oranges and reds. It's a silvery kind of light, so the blues and greens and turquoises work well."
The 12 panels are 0.6 metres high and 1.8 metres wide, and were shipped to B.C. by boat in the summer.
"They weigh an absolute ton because they're thermal panes," she said. "They're also safety glass -- they meet every code you can possibly imagine. They're basically kind of vandal proof."
The tower itself, which is also made entirely of glass, was constructed in Vancouver, designed by architect Clive Grout.
"The tower is open to the inside of the library, so you get a wonderful flood of colour and light down inside," she said.
Ms. Hall said the tower will be the most visible art project at the university, and she hopes it will inspire other public institutions to explore the possibilities of the magical material.
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Solar Cells
Photovoltaic art glass merges the ancient art of stained glass with the latest solar technology to produce a window that not only looks magnificent, but also gathers and stores electricity for later use.
Embedded in the tower's window is an array of solar cells (thin silicon and metal squares that convert light into electricity), and these collect enough energy to illuminate the wind tower's beautifully coloured LED lighting system, also designed by artist Sarah Hall.
Solar cells are a nearly perfect energy source, as they generate electricity without emitting harmful greenhouse gases. And because they are so durable they can transform nearly any surface into a clean, long-lasting energy source. Moreover, they come in a wide range of colors, allowing an unlimited range of designs.
Radiant Heating and Cooling
The mechanical system of the Regent College Library is based on the concept of a radiant heating and cooling system installed within the concrete structure which forms the ceiling of the library. Tempered fresh air is introduced at low velocities to the library through a series of floor diffusers with natural ventilation exhausting the air through a 40 foot high "wind tower" located on the roof of the library.
Natural ventilation through the windtower is achieved by making use of the natural pressure differences surrounding the building, caused by the wind and stack effect. Air movement within the building will depend on buoyance (thermal forces), stack and wind pressures.
The aerodynamically designed wind tower provides natural ventilation, reduces fan power requirements and increases the energy efficiency of the mechanical systems.
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Cobalt provided mechanical engineering services for the design of the Regent College library expansion to increase the size two-and-a-half times. Key design features included locating the high thermal mass building completely underground to take advantage of stable ground temperatures. The existing aquifer system from the neighbouring building, was used to provide free cooling for the library. Once the water has finished cooling the 3-storey building, it is then used to cool the library using a heat exchanger.
This project took the Net-Zero design approach originally intending to use solar panels to produce hot water for the heating system . A radiant heating and cooling slab system was selected to provide optimal thermal comfort. The aquifer provides a source of free cooling, while a high efficiency boiler provides the heating source. To create a healthy learning environment, a displacement ventilation system was installed.
Using 100% fresh outdoor air, this system takes advantage of the natural stack effect using an above ground wind tower equipped with photovoltaics for lighting. Skylights were combined with reflective pools to maximize daylighting. This progressive underground library serves as an excellent example of sustainability in action and educates students, staff, and visitors about the importance of making more sustainable choices.
Artist Sarah Hall
Sarah Hall's new work, integrated into the wind tower is the first installation of photovoltaic art glass in North America.
Commissioned by Regent College, at UBC, the window combines beauty and function to present a powerful message about art, science, and social responsibility.
Embedded in the tower's window is an array of solar cells, thin silicon and metal squares that convert light into electricity. These collect enough energy to illuminate the wind tower's beautifully coloured LED lighting system, also designed by the artist.
Dichroic Glass is created by plating very thin layers of metal oxides onto a layer of glass in a vacuum chamber. The combined thickness of all of these layers is less than five millionths of an inch, but together they transform the glass into a rich and varied visual celebration. They do this by creating a "dielectric interference filter" - a sort of selective colour mirror - that perfectly reflects or transmits specified colours.
Those colours that are reflected are perceived by the viewer on one side of the glass, while all of the rest of the light passes through the glass and presents another colour to the other side of the glass. Here it is used as a striking design element, forming the 12 coloured crosses in the window.
The most well-known prayer in the Western world is without a doubt the one Jesus of Nazareth taught his disciples. "The Lord's Prayer," as it has been called for twenty centuries now, was first prayed in Aramaic, the "heart language" of the people of first-century Palestine. It is now prayed in hundreds of languages all over the globe. Whether in the face of suffering, or in moments of victory, the words of the "our Father in heaven" have lifted human hearts upward.
Ms. Hall spent some time with the wider Regent College community to get a flavour for the unique spirit found within its walls and beyond. Reflecting upon her time, she envisioned a waterfall. Out of that vision she created a watercolor painting and incorporated the words to the Lord's Prayer atop of it.
Overlapping all these components, the state-of-the-art True North Wind Tower is sure to be a focal point of attraction for many as they pass through the beautiful park.
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Some industry experts have dubbed it "e-haggling." Others refer to it as comparison shopping online.
Some industry experts have dubbed it "e-haggling." Others refer to it as comparison shopping online.
Danielle Maignan just calls it easy. "It was a great experience," the 31-year-old Pataskala resident said. "I would recommend it to anybody, whether you're computer illiterate or not."
Maignan was talking about using today's technology -- i.e., your computer or your Internet-equipped cell phone -- to stretch your dollars when shopping for goods or services.
Maignan's fondness for the approach stems from a recent search for someone to tackle a home-improvement project.
Using the phone book to identify dependable, affordable contractors didn't strike her as a great option. "Flipping open the phone book and looking for them is a pain, because that's just a guess," she said. "It's your best guess."
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People who visit the site can select from about 500 service categories, including room additions, siding repairs, kitchen overhauls and swimming-pool installations.
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Among that crowd, another Web site getting attention is wap.aol.com/shopping. It enables you to compare prices, via cell phone, while you're in the store.
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The Only Sign of Spring in MinnesotaApril 23rd, 2011 in blog, projects
Sue Whitney, editor
I had some funnels lying about the house (imagine that!) and wanted to make something other than the funnel light fixture. I know Spring is coming eventually so a planter seemed an appropriate projerct to tackle.
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TexasDIY writes: OK...I'm new to this DIY world. I'm excited to get started. Where do y'all find funnels? Do you find them at flea markets? Who would be giving them away? Farmers? Garages? Thanks for your help! Posted: 12:12 pm on January 26th
PiperAta writes: Good thinking for the funnels. Posted: 8:51 pm on June 27th
suewhitney writes: Thanks all!! This funnel is a very good planter and oh so easy to do!
Be Well,
Sue Posted: 7:56 am on May 2nd
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Sue Posted: 7:56 am on May 2nd
alicemom writes: Well at least my funnel obsession now has more uses. I have two of mine upside down on metal poles with plants. Your idea is so clever 'cause you can see the funnels! Good on you Miz Sue.
Alice Posted: 8:34 pm on April 25th
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MimiToria writes: LOVE this project Sue. Thanks for the great directions. This would be soooo very cool on my front porch. Did I say I LOVE this?
Gretchen Posted: 6:55 pm on April 25th
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georgiamoon writes: Sue, this is a-Door-able..get it? Door knob? I think the knob just makes that funnel complete. What a great planter. I would love to have this on my porch! Georgia Posted: 6:34 am on April 25th
JunkArchitect writes: OMG! I want your stack of funnels. What a beautiful project and Happy Easter.
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Worked a familiar school with the AT Max, and dug a lot of deep signals that were missed with the Land Ranger Pro. Most interesting find was a sports medallion that was probably from an event on the front lawn...participation award, if you will!
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Erectile dysfunction (ED), commonly known as impotence, is defined as the inability to achieve or maintain an erection for sexual intercourse. According to the National Institutes of Health, ED is prevalent among 5% of all men aged 40 and between 15 to 25% of men aged 65.
There are two types of ED – primary and secondary.
Primary ED
This is a rare condition wherein a man never had sufficient erections for penetrative sex. Primary ED is associated with a number of psychological conditions such as extreme anxiety, fear of intimacy, intense feelings of guilt etc.
Secondary ED
This type of impotence is usually lifestyle induced. In this case, the man was capable of achieving healthy erections earlier but has lost this ability and is typically able to engage in sexual intercourse only 1 out of 4 times.
How To Determine Whether Your Case Of Erectile Dysfunction Is Primary Or Secondary?
This is fairly simple. Do you experience nocturnal erections but are somehow unable to 'get it up' when with a partner? If yes, then your problem is psychological in nature and you have primary ED. If you do not experience strong nocturnal erections, you have secondary ED. Understand that these symptoms should not be interpreted as a 100% accurate diagnosis of your condition. Rather, they are just pointers of probability. Usually, primary impotence is harder to cure than secondary.
ED is treatable with drugs (Viagra, cialis etc.) but this does not address the underlying causes of the condition. Moreover, drugs have numerous side effects such as dizziness, changes in vision, acne, headaches, breast enlargement etc.
So How To Fix Erectile Dysfunction Without Drugs?
The penis is an extension of the body, and poor penile health is a definite indicator of poor physical and/or mental health. Some effective natural treatments for ED are discussed below. There are also entire programs dedicated to helping men overcome erectile dysfunction via natural methods. Perhaps the most popular among these is the Erectile Dysfunction Protocol by Jason Long. To learn how this dietary protocol works and how it can help you reverse erectile dysfunction once and for all, we recommend starting at http://www.newspapercat.org.
Now, let's take a closer look at some of the more noteworthy natural treatments for ED.
Quit Smoking
Smoking causes atherosclerosis, which is the hardening of arteries. This affects blood circulation to all parts of the body – including the penis.
Avoid Excessive Consumption Of Alcohol
Alcohol wreaks havoc with the body's hormones; it lowers testosterone levels and thus affects sexual health and performance. While many sources state that low to moderate consumption of alcohol is helpful in alleviating stress, the ill-effects of alcohol on testosterone production are undeniable. Hence, it is best to keep alcohol consumption to a minimum or to avoid it altogether, especially if you are already suffering from impotence.
It is true that red wine acts as an antioxidant, but remember there are thousands of other sources of antioxidants. These include fruits, vegetables, herbs, greens, teas etc. It can be difficult to give up alcohol since it is addictive, so seek help if you have to. You may need to make some difficult decisions if you want to fix ED without resorting to expensive and dangerous drugs.
Studies show that lifting heavy weights causes an increase in testosterone production. Experts recommend the technique of drop-sets (reducing weight if you reach failure) for maximizing muscle gains and boosting testosterone production.
Cardiovascular exercises improve heart health, enabling it to pump sufficient quantities of blood to the penis. According to Bodybuilding.com, longer workouts are not always better as they cause cortisol levels to spike and inhibit the release of testosterone. A good workout should be short and intense – it should not last longer than 60 minutes. Regular exercise also helps to prevent and control a number of conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and arthritis.
Keep Blood Sugar In Check
Numerous verifiable sources of medical literature reiterate the fact that high blood sugar levels spell disaster for penile health.
Get Plenty Of Sleep
Chronic stress and fatigue are among the top causes of impotence.
Eat A High Protein, High Fat And Low Carb Diet
It is best to avoid eating all forms of simple carbohydrates. This means saying goodbye to sugary drinks, white bread, muffins, doughnuts, confectionaries, cereal, pasta, rice and a lot of other things that you are going to miss dearly. Your carbs should come from vegetables (not the starchy ones, so no potatoes), seasonal fruits, and low amounts of complex carbohydrates (such as beans, brown rice, whole wheat bread etc.) Ideally, only 20% of all the calories you consume should come from carbohydrates.
The good news is that you can eat meat, butter, eggs and even unprocessed cheeses! These are sources of saturated fats and cholesterol – both of which are extremely important for optimum penile health. Saturated fats have a bad reputation; they are supposed to cause heart attacks and raise cholesterol levels – but that information is obsolete and untrue.
It was biased and false to begin with and for the past 5-6 decades, the entire world has lived under the misconception that fat is bad for health. Fat is supposed to make you fat – this delusion is ingrained in people's brains. It is the reason people choose pasta over steak and eat cereal instead of eggs.
The truth is that fat is not the culprit – sugar is. Sugar causes degeneration of the arteries, heart disease, liver failure, kidney failure, sexual dysfunction, and a host of other illnesses. 25 to 40% of your calories should come from fats. These include all forms of high quality fats such as nuts, olive oil, avocados, coconut oil, and animal fats. Hydrogenated oils and trans fats are a big no no!
Proteins are an indispensable component of a balanced diet. Meats, eggs, seafood, cottage cheese, and poultry are excellent forms of protein. Even though soy is touted to be a great source of vegetarian protein, it contains phytoestrogens and this is bad for testosterone production. So avoid consuming too much soy! 40 to 50% of your calories should be protein based.
The American Health Association remains reluctant to acknowledge that a high fat diet is beneficial for humans. It has supported low fat, high carb diets for decades. No wonder the USA is the most obese nation on the planet! However, there are plenty of credible sources that suggest high fat diets are advantageous for health, and are certainly not dangerous when done correctly.
Here are a couple videos that touch on the subject:
Once you begin to eat the diet that humans were designed to eat – most of your health problems will begin to disappear, and that includes erectile dysfunction. Combine this with an intense fitness regime, and your energy and confidence will increase exponentially – both in and out of the bedroom.
Other Ways To Fix Erectile Dysfunction Without Drugs
For centuries, people have claimed that oysters, pineapple, watermelon, pomegranates, and many other foods have aphrodisiac properties, but there is little scientific evidence to support this claim. However, it is hard to deny the health benefits of oysters (they are high in zinc, good protein, good fat) and fruits (anitoxidants, vitamins, fibre etc.) These so called aphrodisiacs may not have a direct correlation with curing impotence – but they contribute to overall health and this includes penile health.
So even though eating half a dozen oysters is not enough to fix ED, it is hard to ignore the nutritive value of certain aphrodisiacs. We recommend steering clear of tiger penises and rhinoceros horns though! 🙂
Ginseng And Other Herbs
According to some sources, herbs such as ginseng have the power to cure impotence. While the evidence regarding this claim is debatable, ginseng is proven to have adaptogenic properties that can help restore hormonal balance in your body. While this does not directly cure ED, it is a contributing factor nonetheless.
Say No To Porn
Over-exposure to pornography desensitizes the brain to sexual activity and nudity. Hence, the person feels underwhelmed when confronted with the opportunity to have sex, and the brain fails to transmit the signals that are necessary to achieve an erection.
Penis Pumps
Penis Pumps are widely marketed as a natural cure for ED. However, penis pumps are temporary cures – just like drugs. Moreover, they are really awkward as men must use them to pump blood into the penis before having sex. They can be dangerous too, so it is a good idea to pass on these.
Reversing Erectile Dysfunction Naturally – Is It Worth It?
It is possible to restore one's sexual health through proper nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle changes. However, do not expect overnight results; it takes time to undo the damage caused by years of health-sabotaging habits. The key is to remain consistent.
Your body is on your side. It is programmed to remain healthy and procreate for as long as it can. If you show enough dedication, you should expect to see results relatively quickly in just a few weeks.
Erectile Dysfunction Sources:
- http://www.webmd.com/erectile-dysfunction/guide/erectile-dysfunction-basics
- http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/7-smart-ways-to-boost-your-testosterone.html
- http://www.webmd.com/erectile-dysfunction/guide/preventing-ed
- http://www.healthline.com/health/erectile-dysfunction/ed-natural-treatments#Overview1
- http://www.webmd.com/sex-relationships/features/want-better-sex?page=2
- http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/in-depth/erectile-dysfunction/art-20043927
- http://www.askmen.com/sports/health_60/79_mens_health.html


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4 players who could find their futures away from Stamford Bridge this Summer
By Dan Tracey (@dantracey1983)
Originally posted at www.realfootballman.com
After covering the big clubs in North London and then the North West my tour of Premier League clubs now takes an illogical turn back south as it's now time to run through the Chelsea squad and see who could be for the Stamford Bridge exit door this Summer. With Antonio Conte now ready to take charge of the club now that Euro 2016 has come to a close he will undoubtedly be looking to overhaul a squad that fell far short of expectations last season. He will be certain to bring a host of new faces in so let's see who will be leaving West London over the next few weeks.
Loic Remy
The French international only managed a solitary goal in 13 Premier League appearances last season and has now been pushed further down the forward pecking order now that Belgium's Michy Batushyi has joined the club.
The 29 year old has always had to make do with a bit part role, that said though in the first season of his time at Chelsea he chipped in with 7 goals in 19 appearances at The Blues went on win the title. Unfortunately for Remy the departure of Mourinho meant that his chances of getting minutes on the pitch had diminished
The former QPR and Newcastle forward can still do a decent job on his day and provide a goal threat as fans of those two former clubs will attest, if Remy does decides to stay in England then you would imagine that he would have no shortage of suitors for his signature
Victor Moses
Moses has now had loan spells at three different clubs. Liverpool, Stoke and West Ham have manage to borrow the services of the 25 year old and you have to wonder if this will be the Summer when a club finally signs him permanently and ends his time at Stamford Bridge
For a winger cum forward the criticism of Nigerian born Moses is that he doesn't score enough goals. The single goal in 21 appearances for West Ham last season will solidify that claim add the fact that he has only scored 6 times in the last 5 seasons across all those club he has been at and you begin to understand why his services won't be retained by Antonio Conte
That said this is someone with a relative amount of Premier League experience, perhaps Moses just finally needs somewhere he can call home and then that club will get to see what the former Crystal Palace man is really all about
Marko Marin
You would almost forget that the German international is still on the books at Chelsea such as has been his tour of European clubs on loan over the past 4 years. He has been loaned out to Sevilla, Fiorentina, Anderlecht and Trabzonspor and it's fair to say with mixed results
Sevilla saw his most successful stint as he was part of the Europa League winning side of 2013 while a spell at Fiorentina didn't even warrant any game time. That was subsequently followed by solid if not spectacular stints in Belgium and Turkey.
With Chelsea having such a bloated squad you wonder where if at all Marin would fit into Antonio Conte's plans. It looks as if Marin is going to have to make sure he has located his passport in time for the next European adventure
Christian Atsu
Another midfielder who has toured Europe other the past four years but perhaps at not such salubrious locations as Marin. Like many young players that Chelsea sign his first port of call was the Eredivise in Holland where a stint at feeder club Vitesse took place that saw 5 goals registered in 28 games and off the back of that Roberto Martinez declared Atsu a much heralded loan signing for the following campaign.
But it was one that only saw 5 Premier League appearances and failure to get on the scoresheet. That loan move failed to pull up any trees and his time at Bournemouth was even less prosperous as he didn't even play a minute of a league game.
So disappointing was that spell at The Vitality it was cut short by Christmas of 2015 with a move to Malaga somewhat resurrecting his career. Another player who looks set to have his career stalled by Chelsea after getting hoovered up in one of their many bulk purchases and then never given the time to make the grade. Like many others before him he'll have to move elsewhere to show what he is really capable of.


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About Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center
Haunted Trails in Joliet is one of three Chicagoland family entertainment centers comprising the Trails Entertainment Center Corporation. It began as a small arcade and miniature golf facility in 1988, evolving into today's 14 acre indoor-outdoor complex accomodating group events for up to 2,000 guests. Attractions include two 18 hole miniature golf courses, 3 go kart tracks, batting cages, indoor and outdoor rides, games, a restaurant and party room with seating for 325 guests, laser tag, 100's of games including a nickel arcade and a 5 acre picnic grove for corporate and large group events.
Upon visiing Haunted Trails you will view a collection of games so new, they may not be available anywhere else. Rich Oltmann, its owner designs and manufactures games sold throughout the world. Other manufacturers, from around the world, bring games, for testing and evaluation, to Oltmann, often referred to the "Guru of Games".
Birthday party and group packages offer savings of up to 50% off retail prices. Although the facility is open year round, the outdoor attractions are closed between Nov.1 and April.


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Island Time
Spending a few days on one of the Florida Keys, it is easy to find oneself operating on island time. Island time is an approach to life that lets the rest of the world go by as you enjoy whatever it is you are doing at the time. It can be sitting on the beach, strolling down an avenue featuring all sorts of interesting shops or enjoying seafood at a waterfront restaurant. Often you can go for hours and have no concept of what the time is… or even care.
It's great therapy for us task oriented, type A personalities. We can get ourselves so wound up tight with schedules and commitments that we are constantly chasing after the urgent and neglecting the important things in life. We often know there are more important things we should be doing, but they have to wait until this project or that activity are completed… then other non-priorities intrude to keep us from what we believe we really should be doing.
Sometimes just sitting on the beach helps put things into perspective. How many things in our lives that we believe just have to be done, don't really matter at all. Getting away from the pressure and demands helps keep things in perspective.


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Which Room Causes The Most Fights?
You push and shove to get in front of the mirror while someone is trying to use the shower. Of course the bathroom is the scene of most fights. How many fights are caused from the "Mans Office" of the house?
According to a new poll from BetterBathrooms.com, bathroom behaviors are to blame for most fights between couples. The poll surveyed over 3,000 and most said their fights centered on toilets seats left up and hair in the sink rather than money.
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Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Power Systems
IET Digital Library
This title is available electronically through the IET Digital Library
Author: K.Warwick, A.O. Ekwue and R. Aggarwal (Eds.)
Year: 1997
Format: Hardback
Product Code: PBPO0220
Pagination: 320pp.
Stock Status: In stock
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Scope: Research in AI has developed many techniques and methodologies that can be adapted or used directly to solve complex power system problems. This book, based on an IEE workshop held at the University of Reading, covers a wide variety of these problems. Key methods are each introduced and their applications in the power systems field investigated in detail and supported by case studies.
The book is suitable for various levels of reader, covering both basic principles and applications. It will serve as an introduction for those from a power systems background and as an overview for those from an AI computing or control background.
Book review
"This book is a useful introduction to the field of AI for power engineers [and] presents several meaningful case-studies that will help practioners in deciding which directions are worthy of further investigation and near-term success." IEEE Computer Applications in Power
Book readership
Power system engineers and researchers. AI computing and control researchers.
Book contents
1. AI techniques in power systems (MA Laughton); 2. Knowledge engineering techniques applied to power systems (C-C Liu, T-K Ma & G Rosenwald); 3. Object-oriented design & software implementation (NBP Phillips, JO Gann & MR Irving); 4. Fuzzy and hybrid systems (YH Song & RW Dunn); 5. Alarm analysis (DG Esp & K Warwick);
6. AI techniques for voltage control (A Ekwue, DTY Cheng & JF Macqueen); 7. AI for protection systems (R Aggarwal & A Johns); 8. Neural networks for static assessment (D Niebur & R Fischl); 9. KBS for condition monitoring (JR McDonald, GM Burt & A Moyes); 10. Scheduling maintenance using genetic programming (WB Landon & PC Treleaven);
11. Neuro-expert system applications (R Khosla & T Dillon); 12. Intelligence systems for demand forecasting (S Majithia, L Kiernan & J Hannan); 13. Practical application and implementation of adaptive techniques in autoreclose protection and system control (IP Gardiner); Index.


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CHICOPEE – Mayor Michael D. Bissonnette easily won a third term Tuesday in a landslide victory over his opponent, Shane D. Brooks.
Bissonnette garnered 7,610 votes to 3,531 for Brooks.
In the councilor at-large race, the three incumbents, Jean J. Croteau Jr., James K. Tillotson and Robert J. Zygarowski retained their seats. The new councilor is Frank N. Laflamme .
A fourth councilor at-large spot was left vacant because Brooks was running for mayor.
More details in The Republican.