text:
All Items > Knives > Out-The-Front Automatics > Double Action > Titan OTF
Titan D/A Black OTF Automatic Knife Dagger Double Edge (3.25" Satin Serr)
- Overall Length: 8.50"
- Blade Length: 3.25"
- Cutting Edge: 3.25"
- Upper Cutting Edge: 3.25"
- Blade Thickness: 0.12"
- Blade Material: Stainless Steel
- Blade Style: Dagger
- Blade Grind: Flat
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Edge Type: Partially Serrated
- Handle Length: 5.25"
- Closed Length: 5.25"
- Handle Thickness: 0.58"
- Handle Material: Metal
- Handle Color: Black
- Weight: 4.50 oz.
- Pocket Clip: Right Hand, Tip Down
- Knife Type: Double Action OTF Automatic
- Opener: Thumb Slide
- Best Use: Everyday Carry
The Titan dual action OTF knife represents a great balance of functionality, usability and value. The Titan features a black coated metal handle with grip inserts ensuring you can hold on to this knife in any condition. The double edge dagger style blade is stainless steel and has a satin finish with partially serrated edges. The firing button is mounted on the side making the Titan slim and easy to carry. The tactical finish tip-down carry pocket clip is mounted on the back. This Titan includes a glass breaker (which can also be used as a defense tool).
Customers who bought this also bought
Filter By Category
Copyright ©2014 Blade Play. All rights reserved


text:
Town Square
What do we really want in a good library?
Original post made by Carol on Oct 15, 2006
So this is what I want. I want a library that is not necessarily close to me as I tend to go to the library en route with other errands. This means that it doesn't matter to me where it is as long as it isn't by the Post Office, which I never use because it is so far out of my way and I would rather use the Mountain View P.O. as it is close to other places I am ging. I want a library that has what I want when I want it. In other words, when I get there I want to be able to find the book or whatever there waiting for me, not find out that the only copy not checked out is at a different branch. I want to find the book that I want available in Palo Alto and not be told by a very helpful librarian that I could try Los Altos or Mountain View which has happened recently. I want the library to take my suggestions sensibly. I recently asked for the earlier books in a series to be purchased and was told that they do not have funds for books which were published in the 90s. This seemed very odd to me as the recently published books in the series are always on hold and I have to wait for them. This shows that the series is popular and I can't be the only person who wants to read the first books in a popular series before reading the later books. I also want my requests to be made in such a way that the reply is emailed to me, or at least one stamp used rather than a separate letter for each request in the same series. I want to be able to use the internet within a 90 minute wait when my email at home is down and I just want to check my email and a couple of other things quickly. I want to be able to park or leave my bike outside safely and my children to be able to get their books or materials while I get mine.
I know that there is a petition to get the Mitchell Park library improved and I would definitely be behind this if it were to become our main and only library. I think that we need one excellent library for the above reasons. I used to think that it was a wonderful idea having so many libraries in different neighbourhoods, but my opinion has changed. I can't understand how the service meets our needs at present - it doesn't meet mine and I have seen so many complaints about this that I know I am not the only one. Once again Palo Alto seems to be surrounded by communities that have done something better than us. I would really like Palo Alto to be the leader rather than the poor relation and libraries could be an excellent way to start.
on Oct 16, 2006 at 8:32 am
I have also followed the library discussion carefully and agree with Carol - In a perfect world, every neighborhood library would have every item and service. Our community is big on diversity and we don't have unlimited funds. Why not pool our resources and substantially improve a central library, expanding our entire collection and making it accessible to all?
I find myself using the Menlo Park library more and more for their complete collection, centralized services, and primarily, the fact that almost all the time, the books I want to borrow are available in one place.
on Oct 16, 2006 at 11:47 am
Palo Alto is not a poor relation. It's just that PA is supports a very different libray model than Mtn View and Menlo Park: neighborhood libraries versus single central library.
Personally I agree that it would be great if we had a wonderful central library and would be willing to sacrifice some neighborhood libraries to get that.
Unfortunately there is a sizable contingent of residents that are willing to sacrifice a wonderful central library model to retain the neighborhood library model. Whenever the discussion comes up about which model to give priority, they win.
on Oct 16, 2006 at 5:35 pm
My guess is that the "silent majority" favors one central, very good, library. There was a recent survey that said otherwise, but I don't give it much credence. The neighborhood library faction is in their own little world, pining for the good old days.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Environment regulators issued a high-pollution advisory and ban on wood-burning fires for Monday in metropolitan Phoenix.
It marks the fourth consecutive day that people in Maricopa County have been told not to burn wood.
The aim is to reduce pollutants at a time when the area's pollution levels may exceed the federal health standard for air quality.
Open burning and use of wood burning fireplaces are generally prohibited.
People with respiratory problems are advised to avoid heavy or prolonged outdoor exertion.
Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved.
Online Public File
All content © 2014, WNEM; Saginaw, MI. (A Meredith Corporation Station) and WorldNow. All Rights Reserved.
For more information on this site, please read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.


text:
business earnings tax
individual city earnings tax
Capital Projects
City Auditor's Office
City Clerk's Office
City Council Office
City Manager's Office
City Planning and Development
Convention and Entertainment Facilities
Human Relations
Human Resources
Mayor's Office
Water Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 5, 2005
Wellness program first public program to receive national award
The City of Kansas City, Mo., Human Resources Department is the first public sector agency to receive the Corporate Health and Productivity Management Award.
The Institute for Health and Productivity Management has given the annual award to the department because it has demonstrated how a public sector employer can design and implement a health and productivity management strategy. This work was done largely through the City's Fountain of Health Wellness Program, which will be featured in the January 2006 issue of Health and Productivity Management.
The department started the wellness program in January 2002 to promote healthy lifestyles for City employees. The three goals of the wellness program are: to have employees be healthy in mind, body and spirit; help employees balance work and personal life; and control the rising cost of medical benefits for the City. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, the City's health insurance carrier, provides funding and other support for this program. The City works with a wellness coordinator from St. Luke's Hospital to help ensure confidentiality in this voluntary program.
Susan Giffee, manager of the Benefits Office of the Human Resources Department, will attend the award ceremony this month.
"I am so pleased that Kansas City is the first public sector agency to be recognized for its health and productivity management initiative," Giffee said. "I appreciate all of the contributions our partners have made to help develop this successful program."


text:
Marty Stuart tickets on sale
Gering, Neb. Feb. 14, 2013 Tickets for the Aug. 29 Marty Stuart
fundraiser concert for Legacy of the Plains Museums are now on sale at
the Farm And Ranch Museum. The summer concert at Five Rocks
Amphitheater is a major fundraiser to support LPM, which incorporates
Farm And Ranch Museum and North Platte Valley Museum.
Tickets for the evening concert are $25 for adults and $10 for
children 6-12. Children 5 and under are admitted free.
Thanks to the sponsorship of 21st Century Equipment, Regional West
Medical Center, and WESTCO, and Fremont Motors sponsoring lights and
sound, 100 percent of the proceeds from ticket sales will directly
benefit LPM.
Stuart, who began playing mandolin as a child, is well known for his
traditional country music style, often blended with rockabilly and
honky tonk. He has played with Lester Flatt and Johnny Cash and hosts
The Marty Stuart Show on RFD-TV.
© 2014 Rural Radio Network. All rights reserved. Republishing, rebroadcasting, rewriting, redistributing prohibited. Copyright Information


text:
Above, a 1934 plaque from the Big Apple Night Club at West 135th Street and Seventh Avenue in Harlem. Discarded as trash in 2006.
Recent entries:
• Popera (pop/popular + opera) (8/21)
• "You can't make a soufflé rise twice" (8/21)
• "Baseball is a game of adjustments" (8/21)
• "Everyone thinks they are an expert in education because they went to school" (8/20)
• "Then you were a prospect and now you are a client" (joke) (8/20)
More new entries...
Above, Big Apple Corner at 54th Street and Broadway in Manhattan.
Above, John J. Fitz Gerald, from the Oct. 17, 1931, Turf Play, p. 7.
Listen to Robert Emmerich introduce The Big Apple, a hit song from 1937. Music written by Bob and performed by Tommy Dorsey's Clambake Seven with Bob on piano. Lyrics written by Buddy Bernier and sung by Edythe Wright. Audio provided by Dorothy Emmerich.
This site is edited by Barry Popik. Technical matters are handled by Grant Barrett of Double-Tongued Word Wrester Dictionary.


text:
The collaborative Story!
'People and Textiles' in a global focus
With a contest, we have collected stories about 'People and Textiles'. From the 250 entries submitted from 40 countries - with over 12 hours of video - we produce an interactive storytelling platform and a documentary. The journey along the global routes of textile we combine with statements to collaborative narration and production forms.
The storytelling project the global skin uses the possibilities of social media as a form of production and makes them at the same time on the subject.
Participate in the global skin


text:
- Mobile site
- E-Newsletters
- News feed
- Find us on Twitter
All the latest news and views from News Shopper
- Find us on Facebook
News Shopper
Like us on Facebook
Judge approves boy's cancer surgery (From News Shopper)
Get involved: Send pictures, video, news and views - text NEWS SHOPPER to 80360 or email us
- News Shopper »
- National »
- National News
National News
Judge approves boy's cancer surgery
2:58pm Tuesday 18th December 2012 in National News © Press Association 2014
A High Court judge has said a seven-year-old boy at the centre of a legal dispute over cancer treatment could undergo more surgery.
Neon Roberts has had surgery on a brain tumour, Mr Justice Bodey was told at a hearing in the Family Division of the High Court in London.
Doctors said he needs another operation but his mother Sally, 37, of Brighton, East Sussex, would not consent, the judge heard.
Mr Justice Bodey ruled, after hearing evidence, that surgeons should operate.
Ms Roberts had told the court she wanted opinions from more doctors before proceeding with further surgery, adding: "I feel I need more expert opinion on it before proceeding."
But a doctor treating Neon said a scan showed more surgery needed to be carried out "urgently". He said tests had shown there was "residual tumour" left behind after the first operation. And he said a second doctor agreed with his analysis.
The doctor said the tumour could spread without surgery. And he said it was "highly likely" that Neon would die within a "relatively short period" without further treatment.
The judge has also been asked to rule on whether Neon should undergo radiotherapy treatment following surgery.
Ms Roberts objects to Neon having radiotherapy treatment and says she fears that Neon will suffer long-term harm. Doctors say he might die within months without radiotherapy treatment.
Mr Justice Bodey is expected to hear more argument on the radiotherapy issue at the High Court on Thursday after being updated on Neon's progress.


text: A walking distance from where I live (Vantaa, Finland) is a man-made pond full of surprises. There is a lot to explore, and a lot to observe, as life goes on developing, from first steps towards something like a mature ecosystem. It is also a place where — on a lucky day — you can learn something of what you are as an individual.


text:
When Saint Johns Hospital was hit by the May 22 tornado, emergency planning was tested and in some ways failed.
Both Freeman Hospital and now Mercy say they have learned many lessons from that fateful night, changes have been made and other changes are still coming that will help them handle any future disaster.
When St. John's was disabled by the twister triage was put to the test at Freeman Hospital.
"No one ever imagined 200 patients in 15 minutes," says Skip Harper, a Environmental Health and Safety Officer for Freeman. "We're ready to be more prepared to respond, we have two 28 foot disaster trailers which we can use for anybody in the community, we can roll out both trailers - have 125 bed hospital units on them. They can be in service in 15 minutes or an alternative treatment site."
Both hospitals are now storing evacuation equipment on every floor or unit. Freeman added specialized evacuation chairs and med sleds used at Saint Johns that night to get patients down stairs. Freeman is also stockpiling wheel chairs and supplies.
"One of the lessons we learned from Saint Johns - much of their equipment was stored at one location they couldn't access it that night," says Harper.
Four disaster closets have been set up at Freeman. Each has radios, cots, and more to help with a surge of up to 40 patients.
Communications was an issue for both hospitals. So Freeman added 100 radios and Mercy is looking into satellite communications.
After its generators were destroyed by debris on May 22, as it's building their new hospital Mercy is protecting its power sources, burying all utilities.
"Empire District Electric is going to do a great job of bringing electrical in from a couple different areas," says Mercy Hospital President Gary Pulsipher. "In case one is damaged we'll still have electrical and if not then the generators will kick in."
Right now Mercy's back up generators are on campus in a metal building. That won't be the same at the new hospital - lessons learned say it should have a safe room of its own.
"At the new hospital it's being built as a separate building about 500 yards away from the main structure and it's going to be a hardened structure, also cinder block to concrete and steel to withstand the effects of a tornado," says Dan O'Conner, the Project Manager for Mercy Planning, Design and Construction.
The new Mercy hospital is being buried into a hillside for more protection, but all walls will be storm hardened and, like its temporary hospital, there will be windowless areas of refuge like a hall and the cafeteria.
"Corridors were built and our entire evacuation plan was built so we could get people away from windows and so that doors would lock and be permanently locked so that they wouldn't fly open," says O'Connor.
During the aftermath of the tornado hospitals lost track of patients, so Freeman is going "old school" with a pre-numbered identification badge system.
"It works, it's simple," says Harper. "We gave that presentation at several events and other hospitals are doing this - may be the way we want to go forward so other facilities are learning from what we've learned."
O'Connor says modern codes for earthquakes will also add safety to the new hospital, including tighter fittings that prevent fixtures in ceilings from falling.
KOAM - Licensed to Pittsburg, Kansas
Send tips, ideas and press releases to: email@example.com
Send newsroom questions or comments to: firstname.lastname@example.com
Phone: (417) 624-0233 or (620) 231-0400
Web comments or questions: firstname.lastname@example.com
Newsroom Fax: (417) 624-3158


text:
The Ab circle Pro has often been reviewed to be the best exercise equipment for the abdomen and it seems to be true. This exercise machine offers a fun way to get rid of that beer belly and love handles. Nobody must have to live with these unprepossessing bulges that are not only ugly but also detrimental for the health. This exercise equipment gives amazing results; and with its regular use the fat accumulated in the body just melts away while the muscles in the abdomen begin to get toned. This is because the machine is designed to target the complete abdominal muscles. It is an easy piece of equipment to work with and has the same results as push-ups and crunches do on the abs without causing too much strain to the user.
The unique selling point of this equipment is its frictionless track; that is used to move the lower body back and forth and side to side. The distinctive movement while targeting the belly region also pumps up the heart rate. This effectively helps to burn extra calories, which in turn reduces weight all over the body especially on the hindquarters, hips and thighs.
Theequipment has three characteristic resistance levels that can be adjusted according to the progress of the user with regard to the workout level.Beginners start at the first level and move to the intermediate level as they progress and finally reach the intense level. The intense level gives a more vigorous workout and must be adopted after having spent considerable time on the first two levels. The three levels are enough to initially burn away the fat, tone the muscles and also in maintaining the toned body.
According to experts' opinion a 3-minute work out on this device is equivalent to 100 sit-ups. This drastically cuts down the time and effort spent on exercising while giving desired results of losing weight and toning the muscles.
Features of Ab circle Pro
Advantages of Ab circle Pro
Apart from the unique features listed above, the equipment has some advantages that are worth mentioning.
Who is the Ab circle Pro for?
For all intents and purposes this exercise machine is suitable for everyone. It is particularly useful for those who abhor the conventional exercise routines that include crunches and doing weights as these are not only tiring but also cause pain and stress to the body. The Ab circle Pro is ideally suited for individuals who like a challenging workout routine; which is effective. The exercise machine provides an exercise routine that is fun.The machine gives a good cardio workout that can effectually burn away extra calories. Hence it is ideal for individuals who want a cardio exercise with the aim of losing weight.
The Ab circle Pro has been in the market for a few years now. Over this period the credibility of the equipment has grown and also the number of users. The reason behind this is the ground breaking technology that has been used in this machine which targets the core, burns calories and builds muscles; all through one simple machine. The machine has shown effective results in thousands of satisfied users.
The exercise regime is easy to follow and is accompanied by a diet plan, which is veryessential while one is trying to lose weight. The machine systematically helps in removing fat from the whole body, which includes the stubborn fat in the belly region.
Ab Circle Pro
Abcircle Pro


text:
Added December 10, 2012 5:04 PM
Category: General
High school football kicks off across KELOLAND. Who are you routing for tonight?
8 Hours Ago
For people who live near the Sanford Health campus, change is an expectation, not a surprise: http://bit.ly/1zOneIk #kelonews
13 Hours Ago
32-year-old Larry Zamora Junior appeared in court on federal charges for dealing more than a pound of meth: http://bit.ly/1pbAroB #kelonews
14 Hours Ago


text:
Former UFC and Strikeforce fighter Paul "Semtex" Daley will have his second Bellator fight at Bellator 79 against an opponent yet to be announced. While Daley isn't allowed to tell who the opponent is, he gives some hints in the interview.
"He is a tough guy. He is not really a big name. I think he was a member of one of the MMA reality series. It's an interesting fight. He comes in with his head down."
Daley recently opened his own gym in Nottingham, England - the Spirit Dojo. He does not plan on being a gym owner for ever though. His aim ist to work as a promoter.
"What I want to do is to be able to build a stable of fighters and get into the promotional side of things.I want to be a promoter and do an event where I can develop local talent."
Watch the full interview and the presentation of his gym after the jump.
So who could be the unnamed opponent?
The interview:
The gym:
Gym Check: Paul Daley's Spirit Dojo (via GroundandPoundTV1)


text:
Route Guide - iPhone / Android - Partners - Forum - Photos - Deals - What's New - School of Rock
Routes Sorted
L to R R to L Alpha
The route ascends a long, right-facing dihedral towards the center of the wall. Climb up through a section of broken cracks to gain a cleaner, tight-hands crack in a corner. Follow the corner as it continues up and starts to arch to the right. When the corner ends, make a few moves on the slabby face to the two bolt anchor just below the top of the cliff.
Route ascends the obvious right-facing dihedral towards the center of the cliff.
(2) sets of Camalots from #.4 - #75, (1) #1 - #4, a couple small - medium nuts could also be used.


text:
This is a small-scale idea, meant to save lives and allow you to rebuilt, not a fortified community homestead like a hill fort.
05 May, 2014
Medieval Survivalism: One Small-Scale Single Family Option
This is a small-scale idea, meant to save lives and allow you to rebuilt, not a fortified community homestead like a hill fort.
03 May, 2014
Medieval Survivalism: Why Is This Not Already A Thing?
|Hill fort in England
|Both pics above are a 3D model of a hill fort that once overlooked the Danube river to guard that avenue of trade
03 March, 2014
30,000 Year-Old Virus Awakened From Siberian Permafrost
26 January, 2014
24 June, 2013
Emergency Food Buyer's Guide, Part 2
When starting their food storage people commonly ask: How much food do I need? There are a few considerations to make when deciding on quantity. Each food storage type has its own characteristics so included below are some things to keep in mind when determining how much to store.
Pantry/Canned Foods:
If you decide to include pantry/canned foods such as the grocery items that you consume regularly, calculating this can be fairly simple. First figure out how much you and your family go through in a typical week. Take that number and multiply it by the amount of time you would like to have food on hand and strive to obtain that amount. Thirty days is a good initial goal.
Taking advantage of grocery store sales is a great way to quickly build up this portion of your food storage. Remember: eat what you store and store what you eat. This means don't buy foods that you don't normally eat just because you see them on sale. By purchasing and preparing the foods you normally eat, rotating out the oldest items in your pantry first and then replacing these items regularly you ensure that this portion of your food storage is always fully stocked and up-to-date.
Bulk Items:
When it comes to bulk foods, remember that these storage items are excellent for extending meals that you make with your other storage foods or making meals from scratch. Adding rice, pasta or beans to any meal will stretch your food dollar regardless if the meal is canned, freeze-dried or a long-term storage food, Bulk foods are also great for having everyday essentials on hand such as salt, sugar and flour. For example, you will want to store sugar if you are used adding it to your daily coffee.
When determining how much to purchase consider your family's typical serving sizes and then buy the items based on how many times a week you plan on needing them. Having a surplus will never an issue because bulk foods can last a very long time if properly stored. Note that when purchasing bulk food items you may need to repackage them in order to extend their shelf life sufficiently for your needs.
If you plan to include MREs as part of your food storage, keep in mind their limited variety and high cost; they are best suited for short-term emergencies. MREs don't require any cooking so put them in your go bags or evacuation packs. A case of MREs contains 12 meals. Each MRE contains 800-1200 calories so you only need about two per day. A smart goal would be to have one case of MREs per person; this will provide approximately 1 week of meals for each family member.
Dehydrated and Freeze Dried Foods
Dehydrated and freeze-dried meals are much lighter and can come in small packages for portability. These, too, could double as a bug out supply with the understanding that extra water would be needed for reconstitution.
While you can get individual food items that are either dehydrated or freeze dried, one advantage of these foods is that you can buy prepackaged meals and then all that you would need to make a tasty meal is hot water. These complete meals may not be as convenient to eat as MREs but they provide a much greater variety of meals from which to choose.
Unlike pantry food and MREs, calculating how much freeze-dried and/or dehydrated food you will need is not easy so we will guide you through it.
How much Long-Term Food is Enough?
When deciding how much freeze-dried and dehydrated foods to add to your emergency supply, the most important rule to remember is to go by calories not by serving size. Emergency food companies have different definitions for what constitutes a serving and emergency food kits are not one-size-fits-all even though they may be advertised that way. The first step is to figure out how many calories you and your family consume on a daily basis. Next multiply that by the number of days for which you want to be prepared. This becomes the minimum number of calories that you need to have in your food storage program.
Once you know how many calories your family requires you can figure out how much dehydrated and freeze-dried meals you need. Keep in mind that your daily caloric requirement changes based on what activities you are doing. For example, a hard work day cutting down trees and moving storm debris will require more calories than sitting around playing cards while waiting for a storm to pass. Its best to assume you will need more calories than less. In general teenage and adult males need 2800 calories per day, teenage and adult females require 2200 and children 13 and under use 1400. Infants require special food so plan and purchase food accordingly.
Once you have the total daily calories needed decide how many months' worth of food you want. This is influenced by your personal comfort level. The longer period of time you can supply for the better but most people can't afford to go out and buy a year's worth of food without some prior planning and budgeting. The best recommendation is to start where you can. First build up a 2-week supply and then move to 30 days' worth. Once you have that, work up to three months, then six and then a year. Build up your food storage supply as big as you need in order to feel safe and to be able to provide for your family in any disaster situation.
Watch out For Serving Size
Remember when choosing an emergency food supplier to look at the total calories in what they call a serving. Similar with our everyday food, a single serving is not enough calories to be considered a complete meal. Instead consider the total number of calories in the package. Going by our figures above an adult male needs about 2800 calories a day or 933 calories per meal.
Many people make the incorrect assumption that a serving size should contain enough calories for a complete meal. In truth, there are no standards for serving sizes; they are only suggested portions by the manufacturer.
Serving sizes are recommendations that also assume that you will also be eating other foods. Focus on the amount of calories in the whole package instead of the number of servings per package. Don't expect an entrée meal to complete your calorie intake. Look into having snacks, drinks, fruits, vegetables, rice and other food items to help increase your daily calories. Having a variety of foods to eat creates normalcy in an emergency situation.
SUMMARY: Deciding which food storage option you need and how much to secure can be overwhelming. We have included a worksheet at the end of this document to help you develop the best food storage plan for you and your family. We will help you ask the right questions, provide you with answers and help you make the best choice.
One common misconception about emergency preparedness is that food storage quality doesn't matter as long as you have some food stored that will last for a long time without spoiling. Having something stored is better than nothing but it is also crucial to fill your body with nourishing ingredients during an emergency. This will keep you satisfied and in top form. Eating lesser-quality foods can leave you susceptible to sickness and diminish your mental and physical health. You are storing food to protect your family against starvation but you also want to protect them from sickness and diseases caused by harmful ingredients. Do this by knowing what goes into the food that you buy.
Long-term emergency food storage is made to last a long time. Some companies in the industry cut corners and add a variety of artificial preservatives, dyes and flavors in order to lengthen the shelf life of their foods. If you are committing to protect your family be sure to make the best, healthiest choices possible. When selecting your food storage beware of artificial ingredients. Here are other red flags to consider as you look around.
Avoid Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract and Similar Flavorings
Hydrolyzed yeast extract is a controversial ingredient found in many packaged foods and is common in food storage items. It is primarily used as a flavor-enhancer and is created by breaking down yeast cells. The FDA classifies yeast extract as a natural ingredient but according to many health experts, yeast extract is a cheaper alternative to monosodium glutamate (MSG) and actually does contain some MSG.(1) Some health and consumer advocates say that labeling something as containing yeast extract is the way food companies avoid saying that a product contains MSG.(2)
MSG has many negative side effects. Consumption of MSG has been linked to a variety of scary conditions including headaches, numbness in the face and neck, heart palpitations, chest pain, nausea, weakness, appetite control problems and other negative symptoms.(1) Whether or not you have had a sensitivity to MSG in the past, it is best to avoid this ingredient in your storage food altogether.
For a good list of other additives that are linked to MSG check out the following articles:
Consider GMO-Free Foods
When looking for emergency food it is equally important that the ingredients are free from genetically modified organisms or labeled GMO-free. The use of genetically modified foods is another controversial topic in the world of food and nutrition. It is best to avoid GMOs while the debate is still going on, particularly if this is a long-term purchase.
Genetically modified organisms are created by taking the genetic material of one organism and inserting it into the genetic code of another. This bold practice is becoming more and more widespread despite being widely acknowledged as a risky and understudied process. Many experts opposed to genetically modified foods argue that there has not been adequate testing on human subjects. Despite the increasing insertion of GMO ingredients into mainstream foods there are still too many unknowns about the health effects these human-engineered foods could have. Some health groups like the Center for Food Safety have gone so far as to claim that genetically modified foods can increase the likelihood of antibiotic resistance, immune-suppression and even cancer.(3) Why put your family at risk with untested ingredients when you will have other worries to contend with in a survival situation?
Because the use of GMOs in manufactured foods is becoming such a widespread practice, very few emergency foods are free of GMO ingredients. However, there are a few companies that produce foods that are GMO-free. If this is an issue that is important to you, be certain that the emergency food is certified GMO-free. Some companies may claim to be free of genetically modified ingredients but without the certification have no proof.
Other Health Considerations
Other health considerations include checking amounts of cholesterol, trans fat and sodium in the food storage. Packaged foods often have high amounts of these three things and emergency foods are no exception. High-quality emergency food brands limit cholesterol, trans fat, and sodium amounts but you need to read the labels to be sure.
Make Sure Your Food Storage Ingredients Will Stand The Test Of Time
Emergency food should be able to last and still be healthful. As you look for the right emergency food be aware that some food storage companies haven't done their research on ingredients that spoil versus those that keep. As a result they incorporate ingredients into their emergency food that go bad after a relatively short period of time. Canola oil, for example, will only last a year before it goes rancid, thus spoiling whatever food storage in which it is used. Novice food companies use canola oil in their granola to make the clusters stick together and uneducated food buyers end up with a worthless product after just a year.
Bottom line: it's important to know what goes into your storage food. Take the time to do some research on the food you are buying; be sure it will contribute to the health and well-being of you and your family in a disaster.
23 June, 2013
A Rare and Precious Awakening to the True System of Control
He was talking about the whole Paula Deen scandal and saying that, while what she said was wrong, it shouldn't be getting nearly as much attention as the fact that we are all being systematically spied upon by our own government and treated like criminals, without so much as a warrant being issued.
I told him that he was speaking my language; and I proceeded to explain to him that such distractions are, not only quite common, but are also done by design.
As I explained to him, the logical next step should be to pay attention to how much broadcast time or publication space is devoted to stories like that one, while more important things only get a brief mention or very small space in the publication. You can actually sit down with a stopwatch and quantify that what I'm saying is true.
Then, research who owns all of the parent companies of all of these media outlets. Here's a hint: everything you see or hear in the media comes back to only a small number of families who control it all. These are the same people whose huge political contributions end up deciding who wins both major political Party nominations, ensuring that, no matter who you vote for, you are voting for a preapproved candidate. Whichever candidate brings in the most money is the one who always wins, and so these people just funnel their money to the ones that fit their agenda. They don't need to actually control the person in the Oval Office. They only need to make sure that whoever is elected President already has views that align with theirs. That's why Obama has continued so many of Bush's policies, and it is exactly why Romney would have done the same thing if he had been elected. They use their monetary influence to give you a false choice, and, either way, they win.
And they they use their media to further that agenda and distract the masses in the same way Bread & Circuses were used to distract the citizens of ancient Rome. A Big Brother police state benefits the Elite, and so they don't want us talking about the kinds of things we're talking about. They'd rather we all talk about Paula Deen instead.
Emergency Food Buyer's Guide, Part 1
With all the modern conveniences we enjoy, it's easy to forget how dependent we are on these technological advancements. Most of us have free-flowing water at our fingertips, electrical power that feeds directly into our homes and 24-hour grocery stores filled with endless supplies of fresh food. This is a luxury; without warning one disaster could delay or destroy our entire food supply.
World news tells us how fragile this dependence is. The world has natural disasters that are occurring with increasing frequency and severity; continuous political unrest rages in countries across the globe; economies are failing all around us. We are constantly reminded that our fragile system is not guaranteed from failure. This system is similar to an elaborate structure made out of dominoes: the shifting of one piece can cause the whole thing to come crashing down.
As the world becomes increasingly less stable, more and more people are choosing to become educated on emergency preparedness. Like those of us at Legacy, people are learning that in an emergency situation or other devastating life event (job loss, severe illness or unanticipated disability), we cannot always rely on government or other people to step in and provide for the needs of our families. Should incident occur the only way to assure ourselves that our loved ones will be taken care of is to get prepared on our own.
If we want to take care of our families' needs in a crisis, having a sufficient store of emergency food is the crucial first step. Food storage options seem endless. Anyone who wants to start a food storage plan may feel overwhelmed by the large amount of conflicting and confusing information on the web regarding what to store, how much you need and how to store it.
In this guide Legacy Foods outlines some basic information to help you make the best choices as you build your family's emergency food storage supply. We will specifically discuss the benefits and disadvantages of different types of food storage, common questions about how much food to store, the importance of storing healthy and tasty food and how best to store what you have. When planning your food storage you have many considerations to make; this guide will help you get started.
With many food storage options, it's easy to get overwhelmed. When planning your food storage there are many questions to answer: Are cans better? Should I have bulk foods? Are MREs really a feasible food storage option? What's all the hype about freeze-dried foods? How do I know which is right for my family?
As you navigate your options many factors will weigh in your decision. This includes: nutritional content; ease of storage and transport; cost; shelf life; taste; ease of preparation. All types of storage food have benefits and you should have some of each in your supply. Below is a summary of the different types of food storage options and their relative benefits and drawbacks.
Pantry/Canned Foods
Pantry foods are probably the most familiar type of food storage. Cans are a simple and easy way to start storing food because you can find a wide variety in any grocery store. This group also includes boxed items and other packaged foods. Filling your pantry with foods that you eat every day makes great short-term food storage because these foods are convenient to use and easy to prepare. Weekly sales are a great way to quickly build up your food supply fairly inexpensively. One added benefit of cans is that they do not require cooking and can be eaten cold if needed. These foods are ready to eat with minimal-to-no preparation. Wet-packed cans contain water or juice with the contents of the can making them beneficial if water supplies are low during an emergency situation.
Pantry goods typically have expiration dates from one to five years so they need to be rotated more frequently than other types of food storage. Many pantry foods are not packaged for long-term storage and are more susceptible to bugs and rodents. These are foods that you should eat and rotate on a regular basis; simply put the newer food behind what is already on your pantry shelf. Make sure to check for dents in cans and only buy non-damaged items so the food is not compromised. Make sure to have at least one manual can opener in case of a power outage; it would be a challenge to open canned food without one.
Cans are not a great portable option because they are heavy and bulky, making them difficult to store and pack. Boxed items are lighter but typically require other ingredients to prepare. When buying canned foods make sure to get the appropriate size. Large #10 cans are a common food storage option and seem to be a great value for your money; however, they can be a bad idea because once opened you have to consume the contents within a short amount of time or it will spoil. Choose your #10 cans wisely our you could be eating the same food item for several meals in a row, finding a way to store leftovers or dealing with spoilage. In summary, pantry foods are the first you will use in an emergency because of the easy preparation and limited shelf life.
Bulk Foods
Bulk foods are another conventional way to store food. When properly stored these dried items have a long shelf life; some will virtually last forever. Typical bulk foods are wheat, powdered milk, corn meal, dried potatoes, dry beans, corn, pasta, and white rice. Many people like bulk foods because it can be a do-it-yourself method of storage. Other items available in bulk include vegetable oils, baking powder, coffee, tea, cocoa, salt, sugar, honey, bouillon and vinegar.
Storing bulk foods is not an ideal food storage option because it takes more preparation and creative cooking to produce a variety of meals. On the other hand, bulk foods are a fantastic way to stretch out any meal and will allow you to make things from scratch. Adding rice, pasta or beans to a meal can bulk up the meal and stretch your food dollar. With wheat, yeast and salt you can make a loaf of bread. The downside to bulk food is that you will need to have an alternative cooking should you lose power or gas. You won't be able to make much from these food items without the ability to cook, bake, boil or simmer.
Bulk foods can be difficult to store because they come in large, heavy packages or containers, some of which might need to be repackaged for long shelf life. This is not the type of food you want to carry with you if you need to evacuate your home. The biggest disadvantage of bulk food storage is that you will need to cook mostly from scratch. Keep in mind that though bulk foods may provide more food per pound, they also require longer planning and preparation in order to have a wide variety of meals.
A significant drawback to having only bulk foods in your food storage is that you are unable to make a quick meal. During the immediate aftermath of a disaster you won't have time to stop and cook for 3 hours; you will be focusing on other things and will need something you can quickly eat with little preparation.
Meals, Ready-To-Eat (MREs) are military rations. The name says it all; these full-course meals have everything in one package: entree, side dish, dessert, drink and condiments; these often include a small heating device. MREs do not require water and are the most convenient food storage option. Some people like the taste but others do not. This is what our military uses because of their high calorie content and because they are shelf stable. MREs also include a spoon, toilet paper, wet nap and salt with every meal. Because of the high calories they are an excellent choice for a bug out or evacuation situation.
Though they can be on the heavy side, MREs are a good option because they are very portable. They are the perfect food to put in your evacuation bag. MREs a great short-term, zero-preparation food to live on until you are able to get to a more secure location. The shelf life of MREs can be 5 to 10 years if stored well; after that, palatability can be affected. The greatest disadvantage of MREs is that they are very expensive and have a limited variety. They are best reserved for short timeframes.
Dehydrated or Freeze-dried /Long-Term Storage 10-25+ Shelf Life
Another emergency food option is freeze-dried and/or dehydrated foods. This type of food storage is convenient because it is delivered already packaged for long-term storage. Some foods are better preserved using the freeze-drying process; others are better dehydrated. Some companies may stick to one method while others use a combination of both in their prepackaged food storage options.
Dehydration is a long-standing method of preserving food. During this process foods are put through a low temperature chamber where up to 98% of the moisture is taken out and then the food is packaged. This dehydration process reduces both the size and weight of the food while maintaining flavor. Tests have shown that texture and color can be affected with this process. Some experts believe that nutrients are reduced during the dehydration process but others do not agree.
Dehydrated foods are lightweight and can be ideal for quick mobility in the event of an evacuation. These foods are typically not full meals but are the foods you use to make meals such as: fruits, vegetables, jerky, eggs, pancake mix, butter, tomato and cheese powder.
Dehydrating can be done at home but can be very time-consuming; storage life will be shorter without the right packaging. Dehydrating food at home can be a cost-effective way of adding to your food storage if you incorporate these foods into your everyday cooking. Professionally dehydrated foods are properly packaged and can store for a much longer time.
Freeze drying is a process of preserving food that requires high-end equipment that flash freezes fresh or cooked food. The food is then put in a vacuum chamber that remains as cold as -50° F. Minimal heat is applied and the ice evaporates without ever going back into the liquid phase. This removes almost all of the moisture from the food. Freeze dried foods make for better tasting meals because the process preserves the color, flavor, shape and texture of the original food. Because water has been removed it weighs less, making it a great portable option. One downside is the slightly higher cost than dehydrated food. Another is that since it retains the shape of the food it is also slightly bulkier to store.
Both dehydrated and freeze-dried meals have many advantages over other food storage options. Overall they are easier to store, are light-weight, take up little space and do not require refrigeration. They do require water for reconstitution so you will need to increase your water storage accordingly. These foods are properly packaged for long-term storage and easier mobility. These foods save you time because they are quick and easy to prepare. They are also nutritious and great tasting.
The main disadvantage of these types of foods is the cost. Due to the intense processes these foods undergo as well as being pre-packaged for long-term storage, the cost is higher.
SUMMARY: Study these options and decide which types can fit into your plan. Each level of food storage has advantages and disadvantages. Because of this many people choose to have a combination of the food storage types for the most comprehensive plan. Consider all the factors and store what is right for your family.
22 June, 2013
ATV Survival Guide: Increase Your Chances of Survival
You drove to go hunting in the middle of nowhere, dozens of miles from a gas station or paved road, confident you made the right decision last year when you bought your all-terrain vehicle. The electric power steering was so good that you were able to move your way over large rocks and through several muddy streams.
But now you're stuck. Your machine has broken down and the parts are acting up. Fortunately, your pre-trip research, quick wits and all the resources at your disposal will exponentially improve your chances of survival.
Photo of ATV by Marion Doss via Flickr
Preparing To Survive
It's easy to say, "don't panic," when the unthinkable happens, but this is a fundamental key to survival and often begins far before ever entering the wild. Your preparation and consideration is about to pay off.
For starters, you have an ATV survival kit which includes a diverse set of tools. Serious ATV riders who have been stranded in desolate locations knows the value of an emergency kit.
Pack a survival kit including a winch, portable air compressor, wrenches, jumper cables, a tire repair kit and extra fuel, recommends CampingATV.com. Your kit may not be identical, but chances are you've packed some, if not all, of these for your outing and now they'll become vital for getting you back home in one piece. In a best-case scenario, your kit may contain "personal survival" items including:
- aluminum foil
- blanket
- compass
- water container
- fire starter, lighter and waterproof matches
- first-aid kit
- magnifying lens
- map
- multi-tool that includes a knife blade
- nylon cord
- signal whistle
- water purification tablets
In addition, Tread Lightly! recommends bringing high-energy food, 16 to 32 ounces of bottled water per person, biodegradable toilet paper, a rain jacket, a pen or pencil, paper, a portable CB radio or cell phone, and a flashlight or high-powered penlight with a spare bulb and batteries.
How long will you be stranded? Of course, it's hard to know, but preparing for an extended stay in the woods is essential.
ATV Survival Tips
Surviving with your machine is easier than surviving without it, even if the vehicle isn't working.
For starters, CampingATV.com recommends that you stay with the ATV because of its size and useful components, namely the headlight which can be double as a signaling device.
Position your ATV so it will block the cold and wind. However, you should not rely on your ATV as shelter. Building a small overnight shelter is preferable to building a larger one because a smaller shelter minimizes your body's loss of heat as the temperature drops. The ground could also lower your body temperature. Thus, you should use leaves and/or pine needles as bedding rather than the grass.
Any extra fuel can also be beneficial. Obviously, starting a fire is important to keeping you warm, but starting more than one fire could increase the chances that you will be seen. Exercise caution when starting signal flames, as a forest fire could place you in more immediate danger than your current breakdown. The rubber compound in the tires may also create thick plumes of distress smoke and flag down potential rescue teams.
Furthermore, you may be able to salvage your Honda ATV parts by using the chain and engine to craft makeshift saws, perfect for cutting through wood you may need for your shelter or fire.
Survival is all about composure and ingenuity. Keep your wits about you, prioritize your strategy and get creative; when the engine fails, the horn may still work.
5 Most Common Problems with Home Security Systems (and their Easy Fixes)
|Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/donsolo/4652427872/
1. Incomplete home coverage is a crucial flaw in many peoples' security systems. Most people fail to account for all possible entries because security companies usually have tempting low-cost packages that provide a bare minimum of coverage − usually limited to a door and a few windows at most.
The Easy Fix:
As tempting as it is to be economical with your security system, it is better to make sure your system is more reliable than affordable. If a system can be easily bypassed, it may as well have never been installed. Consider all possible entries: is there a balcony accessible via ladder, or maybe a tree? Is there a crawlspace that can be exploited? Is there an entrance through the garage that isn't secured? Consider every possibility and tailor your system accordingly.
2. Improperly calibrated and poorly maintained equipment is another common failure of home security. In order to avoid the dreaded false alarm, many people calibrate their equipment too leniently. Alternatively, equipment can fall into disrepair and become useless. Motion sensors, for example, are often programmed to exclude a few feet of crawling room so that pets cannot trigger an alarm; criminals are frequently aware of this. Sound sensors are sometimes set at too high of a threshold and can completely ignore the sounds of breaking glass. Contacts at windows and doors can be prone to failure, which may either make them highly sensitive and sound at the slightest budge or never sound at all. But surprisingly, one of the more common problems is that people simply forget to change the batteries on their equipment.
The Easy Fix:
Have a specialist calibrate your equipment and test it so that your equipment is in order and functioning at its best. If you're experiencing false alarms for no apparent reason, it is most likely due to an equipment failure of some kind. This can be avoided with regular inspections and, when necessary, maintenance. And always keep a few extra batteries so that you're never left without a system. Turning on a security system while the battery voltage is low is a surefire way to trigger a false alarm.
3. Using passwords for security that are easily guessed or well-known is a reckless habit. If your password is easy enough that any acquaintance can guess it, consider changing it immediately.
The Easy Fix:
Your password should only be given to people who live with you. Or, if you have frequent visitors, share only with the most trusted. Never distribute the password to people who you don't know unless you can supervise their stay, and change the password promptly afterwards. Refrain from leaving the password written down anywhere common. Resist making the password relevant to your personal information, such as incorporating birthdates, loved ones, or hobbies. If your password can be guessed by someone who browses you on a social network, consider changing it immediately (and change your social media habits!)
4. Buying and installing security products that aren't compatible or effective together is a bad practice that may compromise your security entirely. A tracking security camera may disrupt a motion detector; placing two pieces of equipment near each other might result in electromagnetic interference, which could disrupt either piece's function.
The Easy Fix:
As tempting as it is to purchase something that might be on sale to contribute to your security system, it's better to stick with one provider unless you have expertise in installing equipment or your security provider approves the addition. Hire a specialist to help you plan your system if you're the DIY type and would rather not deal with a provider.
5. Not turning the system on to avoid false alarms is one of the more unfortunately common no-brainer ways a security system fails. 80% of calls made through security systems are estimated to be false alarms. This can be undoubtedly frustrating to families inexperienced with security systems, and the decision is frequently made to leave a system off because of the inconveniences of false alarms.
The Easy Fix:
It bears repeating: correct installation and maintenance is absolutely necessary in keeping security systems functioning properly. Investing in a security system is not the ultimate answer in defending your home, but it is a very powerful tool in your efforts. Owners of systems who responsibly manage their equipment can prevent false alarms without sacrificing their peace of mind. Following the tips above will reduce – and even eliminate – your false alarm incidents. It will also ensure that your system is working correctly when you need it most.
Author Bio:
Ben Thatcher is a DIY home security guy who blogs tips and tutorials about home security systems. He currently writes for Protect America.
21 June, 2013
Tips for Long Term Storage of Survival Gear and Food
Keep Your Food Where You Live
Perhaps the most important thing to remember about food storage is that you need to keep it close by. I've seen some people suggest renting a self-storage unit to store food, but this isn't a good idea. For starters many facilities do not allow food to be stored in their units for obvious reasons. Second, in the event of a disaster (whether natural or manmade) you may not be able to leave your home to visit an offsite location. And third, keeping your food close means you'll have 24/7 access to it. In addition, storing your food where you sleep provides you with the best opportunity to protect it from thieves and rodents, as well as prevent it from spoiling due to heat, sun, or humidity.
Instead of utilizing a second location for food storage you should make use of a second location to store your non-essentials. If you've considered converting a spare room into storage for food, but realize you have too much stuff, why not utilize an offsite storage unit for that purpose? Doing so will free up space where you live and give you the option of keeping your personal belongings at the same time. Regardless of what you may think right now, I can assure you of one thing: your bin of wrapping paper or light up Santa statues won't help you if a disaster occurs.
Store Gear in Multiple Locations
Storing your survival and preparedness gear in two locations will give you the biggest advantage if and when something happens. The first place you should consider for gear storage is your home's garage. If you don't have a garage, an attic or spare bedroom will do nicely. Another suggestion that I highly recommend is utilizing the aforementioned self-storage unit to store some of your gear. Having two locations to store your gear gives you an advantage because it prevents you from losing all your supplies if one location is compromised for any reason.
Additionally, if you do choose to rent a storage unit, you'll have the option to store the larger and more difficult to move items there in case you need to leave your home in a hurry. It's also worth mentioning that you should keep the essentials in both locations. This means purchasing two tents, two portable water purification systems, two first aid kits, etc. Although it may cost a little extra up front, the peace of mind you'll get from the added security is well worth it.
Keep it Clean and Dry
Nothing will reduce the longevity, readiness, or quality of your food and gear faster than improper storage. Whether your main storage is at home, in the garage, or offsite at a storage facility, the best way to prevent your stuff from being damaged is to keep it clean. This means cleaning your storage area prior to placing items there, but it also means checking up on it regularly. Wherever food is stored, rodents will be a concern. Check for signs of rodents every couple of days. Place traps nearby and be sure to regularly vacuum areas of the storage room that aren't easily accessible by broom or mop.
Aside from rodents, another destroyer of food and gear is heat and humidity. For at home storage, consider purchasing a small dehumidifier and leave it plugged in in the same room (with the door closed) as your food and gear supply. This won't be necessary during the summer months if you run the AC constantly, but you will want to monitor the temperature of the room during the cooler months to make sure your heater isn't making things too hot.
If you plan to utilize an offsite self-storage unit be sure to look into a unit with climate control as this will ensure your gear stays in optimal condition should you ever need to use it. An additional benefit of a storage facility is that they are specifically designed to keep your stuff in, and the weather out. Rodents are also of little concern at a storage facility so that will be one less thing you need to worry about.
While it's true you can never be too prepared for a disaster or survival situation, you can most certainly be underprepared. Utilizing the tips above will give you peace of mind that your food and gear will be ready should the day ever come that you need to use them. Do you have experience with food and gear storage? If so feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below.
Author Bio:
Jenny Young is a freelance writer working with Uncle Bob's self storage facility. She enjoys beautifying her home with organization projects and keeping things uncluttered through efficient storage.
20 June, 2013
A First Aid Kits' Most Important Tool, Knowledge
Sure, the majority of these over the counter kits will suffice for minor non-life threatening injuries, but in the event of an extended disaster, as parts of the country have already experienced, trained medical help may be a day or longer away. In such a case it is smart to follow the old adage "Plan for the worst and hope for the best."
The intent of this article is not to list out every sort of bandage or tape that you should include in a first aid kit. You can find any number of articles online to help you with that. As mentioned before, any number of medical supplies can be found online or at your local drug or outdoor store. This article is meant to make you think seriously about your ability to use the contents of a first aid kit. Because when a serious disaster hits, it may become your only aid kit.
Educate YourselfEven our federal government has encouraged us to have enough emergency supplies on hand to last us for several days until they can get organized and provide relief. Beyond that we are left to fend for ourselves. In the military, they say that in a stressful situation you don't rise to the occasion, you drop to your level of training.
That frame of mind is important to consider should we ever be faced with a life threatening medical emergency. We may possess the most complete first aid kit available, but without the proper training and confidence it may be useless to us.
We wouldn't buy a weapon and then store it away without learning how to use it effectively. No, the prudent gun owner will spend time at the gun range improving his skill and becoming familiar with his weapon. The same should be true of our first aid skills.
For starters, apply yourself to learning basic first aid and CPR. Take a class. Many are inexpensive or even free. Buy a first aid book or read through and make sure you understand the first aid manual that comes with many first aid kits. If you are inclined, take an advanced course in first aid. The knowledge and confidence you gain will well be worth the time and expense of the course.
Preparing for a medical emergency means more than having a well-stocked first aid kit, it means having the knowledge to use it. If called upon, could you wash out a deep cut and suture it up? Do you know the signs of hypothermia? Heat stroke? Such knowledge is an indispensable part of your first aid kit.
Author Bio:
Frank Nielson is a retired medical researcher who enjoys writing about being sufficiently prepared for medical emergencies. Through his writing, he is keen on helping individuals find the best wound care supplies at an affordable price.
7 Realistic Instances of SHTF Moments: Reasons to Prepare
1. Earthquakes - While scientists continuously try to predict the nature of earthquakes, we are still a long way off from knowing when and where a quake will happen. The Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster is prime example of how nature can knock us down a peg. The quake shook Japan and then launched a tidal wave that consumed a great portion of the island and it happened without warning.
2. Volcanoes - There are tell-tale signs of volcano eruptions that can give us a bit of a warning before they erupt. However, Mt. Saint Helens didn't give much of a warning when the mountain disintegrated the top of its peak in 1980. One of the most feared of today is the inevitable eruption of the Yellowstone Caldera.
3. Solar Flares - The Sun sends great plumes of radiation out into space on a regular basis. If one of these larger eruptions was sent our way, it could knock out a great deal of our means for generating power and communication. As the telegraph lines were disrupted in the 1800s, imagine how an EM blast like that would affect our satellite system today.
4. Tornadoes - Every year, tornado alley experiences various tornadoes that usually wind up wiping out a small town. In some cases, these magnificent swirling vortexes take a portion of larger cities and reduce it to rubble. Even areas that were previously thought to not experience tornadoes have been affected at some point.
5. Hurricanes - Some of the most deadly of storms, hurricanes can devastate a large portion of landmass from the sheer winds they produce. Storms of this nature can leave an long lasting recuperation by the populace such as seen with Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
6. Man Made - Never underestimate the greed and incompetence of some humans. The aftermath of the explosion that rocked Texas just north of Waco in 2013 left a great deal of damage. Apartments were blasted to pieces from nothing more than the shock wave of the detonation.
7. Extraterrestrial - No, this isn't about an alien race coming down to take our resources. However, space is a shooting gallery of asteroids and meteors. In past years, humans have witnessed close calls by these massive rocks and just one landing in the right place can cause great devastation. While most of these burn up in the atmosphere, a larger and denser meteor could hit the Earth with more power than the most destructive bomb we have.
While it may be greatly pessimistic to prepare for the best and expect the worst, this line of reasoning could keep yourself and your family safe and secure. Never underestimate the incompetence of some people or the power of Mother Nature. No matter how humans try to predict and keep safe from catastrophes, chaos will always find a way to intervene within our lives. It is better to face the situation prepared than to be caught with your guard down.
Author Bio:
This post is contributed by Linda Bailey from housekeeping.org. She is a Texas-based writer who loves to write on the topics of housekeeping, green living, home décor, and more. She welcomes your comments which can be sent to firstname.lastname@example.com.
16 June, 2013
SafeGuard Armor Giveaway
SafeGuard Armor is conducting a giveaway contest via their Facebook page and ending on 28 June, 2013, wherein the prize includes the new StealthPro™ brand vest in Level 3a ballistic, Level 2 Stab and Spike, as well as two (2) Polyethylene plates.
Developing Survivalist TV Series
Hey there,
I work in development for Karga Seven Pictures... we're an LA-based TV production company. We work a lot with Discovery, History, NatGeo, Science, Travel, etc...
We're currently working on a new documentary series that focuses on survivalist families and individuals. Ideally, we are looking for families living a subsistence lifestyle to some degree and who are open to travel.
We came across your info and were hoping to see if this might be of interest to you or someone you know. If this sounds like your family and you're interested, I'd be happy to give you more details.
I'd greatly appreciate it if you could either email or call me or let me know how/when is best to reach you.
Karga Seven Pictures
Casting / Development


text:
Got a "deadache"? No problem, take two asprin and hang tight: "Dr. Sin is In" tomorrow. When it comes to absurdist humor, the Scandanavians wrote the book and Lordi is no exception. From this perspective, "Deadache" is wonderfully funny stuff. For example, "Girls Go Chopping" is enough to make any male chauvinist want to duck and cover…and "Raise Hell in Heaven" (like "The Devil is a Loser") spoofs the dark side.
Beyond this, "Deadache" presents some surprisingly intricate compositions. To appreciate this, one should attempt to filter out Mr. Lordi's ravaged-throat vocals and concentrate on the instrumental interplay. It's not Beethoven, but it is very good popular music. The mix is technically adequate.
Bottom line: from the ABBA-like title song to the next off-color hockey arena anthem ("Bite It Like a Bulldog"), this album has something for almost anyone with an open mind and a sense of humor.
As an MP3 download, "Deadache" arrives with enough resolution to sound adequate but not compelling. If high quality sound matters to you, you might want to purchase the CD and rip it yourself at a higher bit rate.


text:
CORTLAND — In the midst of one of the biggest turnaround seasons in the storied history of the Plattsburgh State men's basketball program, two of the most important players on the squad were honored by the SUNY Athletic Conference for their superb play.
Juniors Chris Manning and John Perez each made the All-SUNYAC Second Team.
In just his first year at Plattsburgh, Manning has proven to be one of the premier guards not just in the 10-team league but in all of Division III as well. The 6-foot Baldwin native has consistently tormented opponents on both ends of the floor, as he leads Division III in steals per game (3.85).
On the offensive end, the guard possesses some of the best court vision in the nation as his six assists per game lead the SUNYAC and rank 13th in Division III. Additionally, Manning has averaged 6.2 points and 4.2 rebounds.
A dual threat in both rebounding and scoring, Perez received his first All-SUNYAC accolade. Just three SUNYAC players possess a better rebounding average than the Haverstraw native, who yanked down 7.3 boards per outing before suffering a season-ending injury Feb. 12.
The 6-foot-3 guard/forward ranked second on the Plattsburgh squad in points per game, averaging 11.6. That number is 19th in the SUNYAC.
Payne, Marshall recognized
CORTLAND — The Plattsburgh State women's basketball team recently wrapped up its best season in a decade, and two of the primary pieces of the squad have been honored by the SUNYAC.
Junior Kathleen Payne and sophomore Brittany Marshall were both named to the All-SUNYAC Teams.
Payne, who hails from Goshen, received her second consecutive First-Team nod after recording at least 400 points for the second straight season.
On Jan. 26 Payne became the eighth player in Plattsburgh history to record 1,000 career points. Her 15 points per game ranked second in the league, and the versatile guard/forward also proved her worth on the boards, ripping down 6.9 rebounds per outing — ninth in the SUNYAC. Payne also led the Cardinals with 47 steals.


text:
Russell H. Champa received this year's Barrymore Award for Outstanding Lighting, The Barrymore Awards are given out annually to honor achievement in the Philadelphia-area theatre. Champa's work on the Wilma Theatre production of Red was cited.
The Wilma Theatre swept the awards in the all design categories. In addition to Champa, other winners included Jerry Rogo (Oustanding Scenery, Big Love); Janus Stefanowicz, Outstanding Costumes; Big Love), and James Sugg (Outstanding Sound Design, Red). The overall big winner at the show was the People's Light & Theatre Company production of Suzan Lori-Park's In the Blood, which took four awards, including Outstanding Overall Production of a Play.
A full list of winners follows:
Outstanding Overall Production of a Play:
In the Blood, People's Light & Theatre Company
Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical:
The Last Five Years, Philadelphia Theatre Company
Outstanding Direction of a Play:
Abigail Adams, In the Blood
Harold Prince Award For Outstanding Direction of a Musical:
Rebecca Bayla Taichman, Green Violin, Prince Music Theatre
Outstanding Leading Actor in a Play:
Kraig Swartz, Fully Committed. Philadelphia Theatre Company/Act II Playhouse
Outstanding Leading Actress in a Play:
Roslyn Ruff, In the Blood
Outstanding Leading Actor in a Musical:
Raúl Esparza, Green Violin
Outstanding Leading Actress in a Musical:
Christine Andreas, Pal Joey, Prince Music Theatre
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Play:
Ian Merrill Peakes, All My Sons, Arden Theatre Company
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Play:
Marcia Saunders, A Delicate Balance, People's Light & Theatre Company
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Musical:
Romain Frugé, Peter Pan and Wendy, Prince Music Theatre
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical:
Emmanuelle Delpech-Ramey, James Joyce is Dead and So is Paris: The Lucia Joyce Cabaret, Pig Iron Theatre Company
Outstanding Set Design:
Jerry Rojo, Big Love, The Wilma Theatre
Outstanding Lighting Design:
Russell H. Champa, Red, The Wilma Theatre
Outstanding Costume Design:
Janus Stefanowicz, Big Love
Outstanding Sound Design:
James Sugg, Red
Outstanding Original Music:
Frank London, Green Violin
Outstanding Choreography/Movement:
David Dorfman, Green Violin
Outstanding New Play:
A Picasso by Jeffrey Hatcher, Philadelphia Theatre Company
Outstanding Ensemble in a Play:
In the Blood
Outstanding Ensemble in a Musical:
Bat Boy: The Musical, 1812 Productions
F. Otto Haas Award for Emerging Theatre Artist:
Ian Merrill Peakes
Excellence in Theatre Education and Community Service Award:
1812 Outreach - 1812 Productions
Lifetime Achievement Honoree:
Tom McCarthy
Ted & Stevie Wolf New Approaches to Collaborations Honorees:
Mum Puppettheatre & The Philadelphia Orchestra, Swan Lake
Vagabond Acting Troupe & University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Three Worlds Intertwined
The Wilma Theater & The Philadelphia Orchestra, Every Good Boy Deserves Favor


text:
The median home value in Culver City, CA is $712,400.
This is
higher than
the county median home value of $445,300.
The national median home value is $170,100.
The average price of homes sold in Culver City, CA is $712,400.
Approximately 53.82% of Culver City homes are owned,
compared to 40.94% rented, while
5.24% are vacant.
Culver City real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale.
Commercial properties are also available.
If you see a property you're interested in, contact a Culver City real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Learn more about Culver City Real Estate.
Open House:
Sunday, 8/24
Spectacular Culver Crest Custom with over 4300 sq. ft and a lot just under 11,000 sq. ft. Panoramic views from almost every room. Architectural design with vaulted ceilings, open beams, skylights, and angle walls. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, large family rm with step down bar/kitchen, master suite with huge walk-in closet and bath, loft and office, theater with 110 inch screen and surround sound system, outdoor kitchen, pool with electronic control water fall, spa and large outdoor flagstone patio, serene sitting garden with pool less water fall, cabana, and glass firepit with eating area. Built in 1995, high on the hill on cul de sac street.
Spectacular remodeled home with sweeping views from the Marina across to the Santa Monica Mountains. Redesigned by Thomas Carson, AIA, this home features a unique and open floor plan designed for entertaining and to maximize the spectacular views. Gourmet kitchen is appointed with professional grade stainless steel built in appliances and opens up to an expansive family room. Twelve feet of disappearing pocket sliding doors brings the outdoors in with magnificent views day or night. Sunken master suite with vaulted ceiling, breathtaking city and ocean views, a fireplace and direct access to deck spa. Attached hidden office with built-ins. Exquisite finishes and details. Solid mahogany flooring, recessed lighting, limestone kitchen countertops. Redwood deck provides ample space for outdoor entertaining and enjoyment. New roof and solar panels installed 2 years ago. Front row seat for 4th of July Fireworks at West L.A. College. See floor plan and video under documents.
Rare property, perfect for inter-generational living. Two homes on a lot. Recent upgrades throughout. Both homes were recently rented to three generations. Bring your best buyers for these two homes on a lot estate in Culver City. The front house is 1696 square feet, 4+3. The back house plus attached garage, constructed in 2005, is 1280 square feet, 2+2. These two amazing homes are in turn key condition both with recent upgrades. This truly amazing property and its "park" size lot of 13096 square feet comes with a total bed bath count of 6+5. The back house has an attached two car garage. Near the Ballona Creek bike trail. Additional development of site possible.
Sophisticated & large 2 STORY home, corner lot, close to Veterans Park. Spacious floor plan featuring 5 beds & 5 baths. Portions of the home have been added & remodeled approximately in 1989 by previous owner. Gorgeous living space with an open floor plan leading to a backyard with a beautiful swimming pool. There is also a basket ball area. Features include hard wood floors and carpet, picture windows that flood the home with light! Great kitchen with stainless steel appliances, beautiful counter-tops & cabinetry. Luxurious master bedroom suite with wall-to-wall closet space & luxurious master bath with tub. Electronic garage door & driveway gate, ample parking space. Appraiser, Loring Greene of Real Works Associates, Inc. provided an addendum sketch and states that property is approx. 3132.9 sq. ft. However, tax assessor states 2722 sq. ft. & 4 beds & 4 baths. Buyers to verify sq. ft. & verify additions/remodeling w/permit.
Beautifully remodeled home offers an abundance of features in an effortlessly flowing floor plan. The light and airy 2-story foyer welcomes you into living room with original vaulted beam ceiling & stone mantle fireplace. Separate formal dining room. Adjoining kitchen will delight with 2 dishwashers, ovens & sinks. It also features an oversized pantry & walk in broom closet, commercial-grade range hood with six-burner stove. Large island with seating for 4 is ideal for meal prep & entertaining. The light-filled family room has built-in storage.The first floor is completed with bed & bath perfect for a guest suite. French doors lead out to covered, private patio & fenced yard which features lush landscaping, mature citrus & plum trees. Carport next to garage doubles as extra entertaining space. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & office. Well-appointed master suite with fireplace opens to private patio with gorgeous view. Steps from restaurants, galleries, stores and studios.
Unique income property in Culver City. Perfect for owner operator or standalone investment. Four units in three structures plus income storage space.Front unit was completely redesigned/rebuilt in 2006, has an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, 'loft' style, hardwood floors, tiled kitchen and bath, skylights, windows all around, tons of natural light and close tropical landscaping. New post and beam engineering means flexible interior partitioning. Grass front yard and flagstone back patio.The back three rental units are iconoclastic high income/high loyalty living spaces, currently occupied by tenants drawn from the hub of Silicon Beach, nearby media companies and creative studios.Property is in the Culver City school district, close to the best bits of CC; downtown, Hipsterville-On-Sepulveda, UCLA, Expo Metro line and easy access to freeways and LAX. Four miles from beaches, still in the clean air belt.
Unique Culver City income property. Perfect for owner operator or standalone investment. Four units in three structures plus income storage space.Front unit was completely redesigned/rebuilt in 2006, has an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, 'loft' style, hardwood floors, tiled kitchen and bath, skylights, windows all around, tons of natural light and close tropical landscaping. New post and beam engineering means flexible interior partitioning. Grass front yard and flagstone back patio.The back three rental units are iconoclastic high income/high loyalty living spaces, currently occupied by tenants drawn from the hub of Silicon Beach, nearby media companies and creative studios.Property is in the Culver City school district, close to the best bits of CC; downtown, UCLA, Expo Metro line and easy access to freeways and LAX. Four miles from beaches, still in the clean air belt. PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS. INSIDE WITH ACCEPTED OFFER.
Stately traditional, well appointed and spacious home. Positioned in a desirable tucked away Culver City neighborhood close to shopping, entertainment and great schools. Completely renovated from top to bottom offering 4 generous bedrooms including an enormous master suite, formal living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen and den area with french doors opening to a lavish stone patio, built-in BBQ and fireplace. Gorgeous crown moldings throughout, beautiful ironwork, incredible custom fireplace mantle, beautifully landscaped secure and private grounds. An exceptional home that is not to be missed.
Truly magnificent remodel high up in Blair Hills. City View from several locations in the house. Ultra private location with no houses behind and on one side. Feels like a Zen Retreat! Formal entry steps up to main area with family room that's open to the kitchen. Family room has cathedral ceiling and sliding door to back patio with deck, spa, waterfall and sitting areas. Deluxe kitchen with granite counters and breakfast bar. Glass front cabinets and 6-burner professional Thermador range and oven. Beautiful formal dining room finished with recessed lighting, crown molding, and French doors that open to the back patio. Downstairs ~~ bath is well appointed with high end fixtures and sharp d~~cor. Downstairs bedroom is converted to library with built in bookshelves throughout, wood window shutters and a view of the City.
Sunday, 8/24
You'll fall in love with this beautiful home in one of the most desired areas of Culver City, Lindberg Park! The backyard set up for entertaining and family gatherings with a Swimming Pool & Spa (newly re-plastered + antique tile)-Gorgeous! Light & Bright 3 bedroom, 2 bath Beauty has new paint inside & out, heater, new lights & fixtures, hardwood floors with new carpeting in the bedrooms, new garage door-ready for finishing touches. Dining area with original iron work & glass French doors leas to a spacious living room, fireplace & bay window overlooking quiet tree lined street. Close to shopping & located a few blocks from Lindberg Park's sports courts & children's play areas, the Ballona Creek Bike path, and neighborhood's pedestrian bridge that leads to Farragut Elementary & Culver City High.
Real Living Pacific Realty
27281 Las Ramblas
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Email Us | Visit our Real Estate Website


text:
Warren Buffett, chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., speaks during an interview at the Economic Club of Washington dinner event in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Tuesday, June 5, 2012. Buffett said he doesn't expect another U.S. recession unless Europe's crisis spreads. Photographer: Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg *** Local Caption *** Warren Buffett Andrew Harrer
The UpTake: Think stocks are complicated? You should take a look at college basketball's predictive analytics. The question is, can a prize aimed at improving one, actually improve them both?
Passion goes a long way in the world of innovation. But sometimes cold, hard cash goes further. Something Warren Buffet's Bershire Hathaway apparently knows all too well, based on yesterday's announcement that they would offer $1 billion dollars to the person or people who 100 percent accurately predict the NCAA college basketball bracket.
"Millions of people play brackets every March, so why not take a shot at becoming $1 billion richer for doing so," said Buffet, chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway, who is insuring the contest's grand prize, in a statement. "While there is no simple path to success, it sure doesn't get much easier than filling out a bracket online. To quote a commercial from one of my companies, I'd dare say it's so easy to enter that even a caveman can do it."
Any qualified entrant 21 years old or older who correctly enters the contest and predicts the winners of every game in the tournament will share the total $1 billion prize, co-sponsored by Quicken Loans, paid over 40 annual installments of $25 million, according to the statement. Or if patience isn't your bag, the winner(s) may choose to receive an immediate $500 million lump sum payment.
In 1927 Charles Lindberg demonstrated the power of such prizes by becoming the first person to fly an aircraft non-stop from New York to Paris to win the $25,000 Orteig Prize, offered by Raymond Orteig, a New York hotelier. Since then Peter Diamandis has followed the tradition of offering prizes, now continued by Buffet, when he created the X-prize offering awards in a range of categories including Energy & Environment, Exploration, and Learning.
Yes, we still love entrepreneurs who do it for the love. But this isn't philanthropy, and a prize like this could seriously change the field of predictive analytics—something from which Berkshire Hathaway would certainly benefit.
Michael earned his BA from Mercer University, along the way excavating a Roman bathhouse with the American School of Archaeology. Plus, he provided security at Oxford University, where he also studied literature and philosophy. He earned his MS from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism while training for and running in the New York marathon.
If you are commenting using a Facebook account, your profile information may be displayed with your comment depending on your privacy settings. By leaving the 'Post to Facebook' box selected, your comment will be published to your Facebook profile in addition to the space below.
Sign up to receive Upstart Business Journal's free daily email newsletter, weekend edition and breaking news alerts.


text:
PETER BLACK, Canadian Dispatch
---- — Every day, tens of thousands of motorists in Quebec City take the "Henri IV."
That's the major autoroute (freeway) that starts from the bridges spanning the St. Lawrence River then cuts northward across the city some 10 miles and ends at the gates to the sprawling Canadian Forces Garrison Valcartier.
Quebecers perhaps being more up on their history than other North Americans, many of those motorists might know a bit about this Henri IV. The basics are that Henri was the king of France who made it possible for Samuel de Champlain to establish la nouvelle France and open up North America to European exploration and settlement.
Chances are people would have continued to give Henri IV scant notice were it not for the recent controversy over a proposal to rename Autoroute Henri IV.
Suddenly, 401 years after he died — assassinated by a religious fanatic, as was the fashion back then — this remarkable king, the last Henri and the first Bourbon, is back in the spotlight.
A member of Quebec's National Assembly, Gerard Deltell, has been lobbying since 2009 for the Henri IV to be changed to the Autoroute de la Bravoure (Freeway of Bravery) as a tribute to the soldiers from the Valcartier garrison who risked or sacrificed their lives in Afghanistan. The garrison happens to be in Deltell's constituency.
The renamed highway would be the Quebec equivalent of a stretch of the largest freeway in Ontario, which leads to a major army base. Crowds would gather on overpasses when a convoy passed transporting the patriated bodies of soldiers who died back in Afghanistan.
In 2007, the Ontario government designated the section of the freeway the Highway of Heroes, although the artery in its entirety is still called the Macdonald-Cartier Freeway.
Deltell says the Autoroute de la Bravoure would be a constant and perpetual reminder to motorists of the price paid by Canada's military in the cause of freedom.
The proposal got the support of three of the parties in the National Assembly, the mayor of Quebec City and the chief of the Huron community through which the highway passes.
Regardless, few places in Quebec get named or renamed without the say-so of the provincial toponymy commission. In 2008, the commission rejected the application to erase Henri IV from the highway, but at the beginning of 2011 a new chairperson took over the panel, and she subsequently promised to review the request.
Alarmed by this, Henri IV's supporters, academics, historical societies and letter-writers among them, rushed to the barricades, claiming a figure so critical to the creation of Quebec would be condemned to total obscurity should his name be removed from the road.
The hubbub over Henri comes in the wake of a recent surge in interest in the role the king played in making Champlain's exploits possible. This stems from Quebec City's extensive 400th-anniversary celebrations in 2008, and, in particular, the phenomenal research contained in David Hackett Fischer's "Champlain's Dream," released the same year.
It is Fischer's convincingly argued assertion that Champlain was quite possibly the illegitimate son of the lusty Henri (indeed one of many children he fathered with at least 56 mistresses). This likelihood could bolster the case to retain his name on the freeway.
Henri, Fischer concludes, would have had plenty of opportunity to impregnate Samuel's mother, having "scattered his seed widely through his kingdom."
Henri, being known as a generous and kind king — the presumed source of Herbert Hoover's vow of a "chicken in every pot" — took a shine to his supposed offspring, this keen young Champlain of Brouage, and helped his career along on many occasions and provided him a lifelong pension.
He and Champlain shared the dream of transplanting French civilization in the new world.
You might call Henri the father of the father of New France, and, in the view of many, worthy at the very least of an autoroute named in his honour.
Peter Black is a radio broadcaster and writer based in Quebec City. He has worked on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, in Montreal as a newspaper reporter and editor, and as a translator and freelance writer. He can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com.


text:
Just hours after Les Miles elected to stay at LSU, Brady Hoke has been hired as the Michigan head coach. Hoke, the head coach at San Diego State, emerged as a top-target of athletic director Dave Brandon on Tuesday after Miles, Jim Harbaugh and others declined to take the job. Reports surfaced earlier in the day that Brandon had been in talks with Hoke and was flying to California to meet with him.
The news was made official with a press release from the Michigan athletic department.
"We are pleased to announce the hiring of Brady," said Brandon. "He is a terrific coach and will be a great ambassador and leader for our football program. We look forward to having him build a championship program on the field and in the classroom."
Hoke spent the last two seasons at San Diego State, compiling a 13-12 record. That record, however, includes an impressive turnaround, from 4-8 in 2009 to 9-4 with a Poinsettia Bowl win in 2010. Before taking the job at San Diego State, Hoke spent six seasons at Ball State, finishing his last year at 12-1, only losing in the GMAC Bowl.
Hoke will be introduced as the Michigan head coach at a press conference on Wednesday at 1 p.m. EST.
For more on Michigan, visit SB Nation's Maize 'N Brew.


text:
Encouraging all pregnant women to get prenatal care early, the JPS Health Network is offering walk-in pregnancy testing for $11 and an introduction to a new program associated with better birth outcomes.
Prenatal care at JPS begins with an introduction to a new model of healthcare delivery known as Centering Pregnancy, in practice at a growing number of clinics across the country and at the three JPS Health Centers for Women since December 2011.
A three-year study by the March of Dimes in Texas found that mothers who got prenatal care in a group prenatal model were less likely to give birth to premature babies —a longtime goal in Tarrant County, where infant mortality rates have been stubbornly high for years. Premature birth is among the leading causes of infant mortality, as is delayed prenatal care.
The rate of preterm birth among mothers in Centering Pregnancy programs was 6.5 percent, compared with the Texas average of 13.7 percent, according to the study, which estimated the associated savings in medical costs at $1.2 million.
Centering Pregnancy remodels the office visit.
At a traditional prenatal appointment, women often spend much of their time waiting for what is a brief encounter with a doctor or nurse. "There's a lot of wasted time in the traditional setting," said Lindsay Griffith, a certified nurse midwife at JPS.
Centering Pregnancy participants are assigned to a group of eight to 10 expectant mothers all due to give birth the same month. After arriving at the clinic, they take their own blood pressure and record their weight and girth. After a brief one-on-one with a practitioner, they spend the next hour together with a nurse practitioner or midwife, learning how to take care of themselves, recognize potential complications and prepare for motherhood. In addition to the extended medical attention, the group support is valuable, Griffith said. Participants sometimes become close friends. There are small incentives, as well —baby clothes, blankets, diapers and toiletries.
JPS Health Network, which delivered 5,429 babies in 2012, has set a goal of having every pregnant patient begin receiving prenatal care by the 13th week of pregnancy.
JPS operates three Health Centers for Women, on the Main Campus south of downtown, in Northwest Fort Worth and in Arlington.


text:
(Product Key Word, or UPC Code. Select Brand Below)
Translate this page:
(No reviews yet)
Maxi-Health Research brings you this unique formulation that combines chromium with vanadium, selenium, zinc and manganese for the health and maintenance of normal metabolism. Chromium is an essential mineral believed to be involved in blood sugar regulation. Maxi Health Research only uses ChromeMate brand chromium because of its high biological activity called Glucose Tolerance Factor. ChromeMate brand chromium GTF is an organic chromium complex that contains niacin as well as cystiene and other nutrients. It is a trace mineral that supports the healthy metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. To support energy metabolism and blood sugar regulation, you need chromium. Try Chromium Supreme from Maxi-Health Research, only the best, all the time.
Suggested Use As a dietary supplement Take one (1) tablet one to three times daily, - Or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearine, Enzymax (calcium carbonate, bromelain, papain, lipase, amylase, protease, silica), modified cellulose gum, vegetable protein.
Does Not Contain: This product contains no animal products, soy, wheat, gluten, salt, milk, yeast, artificial flavors, colorings or preservatives.
Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. As with all dietary supplements, consult your healthcare professional before use. See product label for more information.


text:
A day after the West Virginia Board of Education re-fired superintendent Jorea Marple, petitioners alleging board members violated open proceedings principles said the new meeting did nothing to resolve issues in the petition.
Mountain State Justice filed the emergency petition for writ of mandamus Nov. 21 on behalf of James and Michelle Hicks, parents of a elementary school-aged student with special needs.
The petition alleges the board's decision will affect the quality of education for their child and asserted Marple's firing was "predetermined in back-room, secret meetings among certain board members."
In their motion to file supplemental brief in support of their emergency petition for writ of mandamus, petitioners called the meeting a "ceremonial and perfunctory ratification of the previous illegal termination."
The motion cited the agenda, which had the oath of office following the reconsideration of termination.
"It is obvious to all who attended the meeting on Nov. 29, that the decision to terminate the superintendent had already been made," the motion states. "By placing items on the agenda that necessarily presupposed the termination of the superintendent, the remedial measures of the board amounted to nothing more than a dog and pony show intended to ceremonially ratify its violation from the Nov. 15 meeting."
The motion also took issue with the board's official statement.
"In its official statement, the board cites the reason for the termination of the superintendent is student achievement and graduation rates in West Virginia," the motion states. "However, the board continued, 'we are not saying that superintendent Marple is any more responsible than governors, legislators, educators or board members for these shortcomings.' The stated reason for the superintendent's termination is clearly pretext for some other illegitimate reason."