text:
Agua Lavanda Cologne
By Antonio Puig for Men
Agua Lavanda Cologne by Antonio Puig, Agua lavanda perfume by antonio puig, created by puig, this spanish favorite is a pure refreshing delight, it provides freshness and relaxation conveyed with a back to nature scent . All products are original, authentic name brands. We do not sell knockoffs or imitations. ... Read More
- Kalamis
- Kaloo
- Kaloo Liliblue
- Kaloo Lollies
- Kamikaze Ii
- Kanabeach
- Kanon
- Kanon
- Kanon Agarwood
- Kanon Ko
- Kanon Norwegian Wood
- Karen Low
- Karl Lagerfeld
- Katana
- Keith Urban
- Kenneth Cole
- Kenneth Cole Black
- Kenneth Cole Reaction
- Kenneth Cole Reaction Connected
- Kenneth Cole Reaction T-shirt
- Kenneth Cole Rsvp
- Kenneth Cole Signature
- Kenneth Cole Vintage Black
- Kenzo
- Kenzo Homme Boisee
- Kenzo Homme Fresh
- Kenzo Homme Night
- Kenzo Homme Sport
- Kenzo Power
- Kenzoair
- Khloe and Lamar
- King
- King Chess
- King Liqueur
- Kinky Man
- Kiss
- Kiss Him
- Kiton
- Kiton Black
- Kl
- Knight International
- Ko2 America
- Kokorico
- Kokorico By Night
- Konvict
- Kouros
- Kouros Body
- Kouros Sport
- Kouros Summer
- Kouros Tatoo
- Kraft
- Kristel Saint Martin
- Krizia
- Krizia Time
- Kung Fu Panda
Sorry, Agua Lavanda is not in stock
Enter your email and click "Notify Me" and we will email you as soon as it comes back in stock.
This product has 6 Out of Stock items |
25.5 oz Cologne
Item #403211
3 x 125 g Soaps
Item #403215
25.5 oz Shower Gel
Item #440430
Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought
More Antonio Puig fragrancesfor Women: Thais , Agua Lavanda ,
for Men: Quorum , Agua Brava , Aqua Quorum , Sybaris , Agua Brava Sea Power ,
See all Antonio Puig products
Customer Comments
I was more than pleased with my shopping experience with FragranceX.com. Thanks for being prompt. I would rate the service A .
F. Campbell (Alvarado, TX)
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®by PowerReviews
- Clean & fresh (32)
- Great smell (25)
- Great value (20)
- Draws compliments (10)
- Long-lasting (8)
- Doesn't hold (10)
- Too weak (3)
Best Uses
- Daily use (25)
- Evening (14)
- Anytime (11)
- Work (8)
- Signature fragrance (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Classic style (16), Natural style (16), Natural (3)
- Fragrance Type:
- Fresh/aquatic (14), Herbal (12), Woody/earthy (11), Floral (8), Citrus/fruity (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
great Soap from spain
This is a great smelling soap that makes me feel clean and fresh. I use it in the shower and anytime I wash my hands and face. It truly is a great all purpose...Read complete review
This is a great smelling soap that makes me feel clean and fresh. I use it in the shower and anytime I wash my hands and face. It truly is a great all purpose soap. The only thing I dislike about it is it cost a lot more than most soaps but I guess its because its imported from spain
Most Liked Negative Review
Picture missleading
Note that the picture is misleading, I thought I was getting the bottle in the picture. What I got was a plastic bottle the size of a wine bottle (25.5 oz). It...Read complete review
Note that the picture is misleading, I thought I was getting the bottle in the picture. What I got was a plastic bottle the size of a wine bottle (25.5 oz). It is A LOT, and it is very pleasant, but definitely it isn't a cologne, I would rather call it a "splash".
And of course, at this price and volume, it is mostly alcohol with very little flagrance that disappears in 15 - 20 minutes. But it does have the smell of the little bottle of cologne, it is just very diluted.
Reviewed by 37 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-5
Previous | Next »
Comments about Antonio Puig Agua Lavanda Cologne:
When you are out of 6 items for an extended period of time, it MIGHT be time to restock!!! It doesn't do any good to keep adding my name to the "notify" list if you're not ever going to get the product in.
- Clean & Fresh
- Great Smell
Best Uses
- Daily Use
Comments about Agua Lavanda Cologne:
With that lavanda I smell like having just left from a bath.
- Fragrance Type:
- Fresh/Aquatic, Herbal
- Clean & Fresh
- Draws Compliments
- Great Smell
- Great Value
- Long-Lasting
- Not Overpowering
Best Uses
- Anytime
- Daily Use
- Evening Use
- Signature Fragrance
- Special Occasions
Comments about Agua Lavanda Cologne:
I've worn this since my first year in college in 1964 and it has become my signature fragrance. It has that quite, classic fragrance that gives hints of something herbal, clean, pine/outdoors without that overpowering sweet or musk scent in other colognes. Great with jeans and t-shirt or tux.
- Fragrance Type:
- Herbal, Woody/Earthy
- Clean & Fresh
- Doesn't Hold
Best Uses
- Anytime
Comments about Agua Lavanda Cologne:
Everyday I use it, and it is great, but it does not last more than 3 hours.
- Fragrance Type:
- Fresh/Aquatic, Woody/Earthy
- Clean & Fresh
- Great Smell
- Great Value
- Sensual
Best Uses
- Daily Use
Comments about Agua Lavanda Cologne:
Body wash is an added plus to add to enhanse the colone.
- Fragrance Type:
- Floral, Fresh/Aquatic
Displaying reviews 1-5
Previous | Next »


text:
Updated Oct 20, 2012 - 7:58 pm
Northern Arizona defeats UC Davis
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. - Zach Bauman rushed for 122 yards and caught a 25-yard touchdown pass, leading Northern Arizona to a 21-7 victory over UC Davis on Saturday.
Austin Shanks broke open for a 78-yard TD run for Northern Arizona (6-1, 4-0 Big Sky). Courtney Grossart threw the TD pass to Bauman, and put the Lumberjacks on the board first with a 17-yard scoring pass to Nick Cole with 1:16 left in the first half.
UC Davis (3-5, 2-3) did not score until 8:05 remained in the game, on a 2-yard run by Courtney Williams.
Defensive back Anders Battle led Northern Arizona with 14 tackles and a forced fumble, and the Lumberjacks came up with a pair of interceptions, by Lucky Dozier and Devin Willis.
Attention ArizonaSports.com Comment Users: We have recently changed our comments boards.We would like you to be part of the conversation with all fans of Arizona sports teams by logging in with your Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or Disqus account. Existing Arizona Sports (KTAR) account members will need to create a Disqus account or use one of the aforementioned social media logins. Thank you.
Most Popular
Northern Arizona News
- Bearing Down with Adam and Jarrett - 9/4 - Wednesday September 4The guys discuss NAU win, non-conference foes and UNLV.
- The Oddcast - March 8, 2013 - Friday March 8The Cardinals move from Flagstaff, baseball moves onto the world stage and Richard Sherman moves to
- Jack Murphy, Men's Basketball Coach at NAU - Tuesday November 27Jack Murphy joined 'Bearing Down with Adam and Jarrett' to talk about his journey towards being a he
Team Leaders

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Loading ...
Designed by golf great Raymond Floyd, The Legacy Golf Course incorporates rolling hills, woodland terrain, and water features into a challenging 6,776-yard layout. Throughout the round, grassy mounds create awkward lies as golfers strive to keep balls away from water hazards, which come into play on most holes, and ankle-high grasses that hug the course's more remote edges. Golfers must show off their best power-draw, fade, or spitball drive to tame the course's fifth hole, which doglegs sharply to the left and has flummoxed enough players to earn the distinction of the course's most difficult hole.
Players can prepare for their round at the club's practice facilities, which include a grass-tee driving range and practice greens for chipping and putting. The Legacy Golf Course is an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary that works to preserve its ecosystem's delicate balance between flying balls and flying squirrels.
Course at a Glance:
Designed by Raymond Floyd
18-hole, par-72 course
Length of 6,776 yards from the farthest tees
Course rating of 73.0 from the farthest tees
Slope rating of 134 from the farthest tees
Five tee options
The whinnies of quarter horses ring out across Barnfly Stables, where a trainer with more than 15 years of experience coaches steeds to take their riders' lead. The teacher breaks animals through groundwork and exercises in accordance with a training curriculum molded around ranch-riding and ranch-trail techniques, as well as reversing horses' rebellious behavior or sarcastic retorts. In addition to priming horses for riding or shows, staffers also breed affection for four-legged friends during lessons. Pupils of all ages master safety, grooming, and proper trotting techniques during sessions built on effective communication between the rider the ridden. They also season competitors for battle by honing techniques, such as barrel jumps, atop horses gussied up with stylish tack from Barnfly Stables' online shop.
With a design inspired by the firing-range map found in Activision's popular video game Call of Duty: Black Ops, Springfield Airsoft Field's outdoor arena challenges BB gunners with game scenarios including capture the flag, king of the hill, and free for all. Equipped with eye protection and replica firearms that launch nonmetallic pellets, combatants find cover around buildings, towers, high fences, tunnels, and 8-foot tire walls.
During high-paced skirmishes, experienced players often utilize modern military tactics and practices, such as clearing rooms to exchange wallet-size photos of their newborn puppies. Though Springfield Airsoft Field is only available for tournaments and special events on weekdays, the field is open to the general public on Saturdays and Sundays.


text:
Learning Palette 2nd Grade
Grade 2. This kit was designed for reading centers, giving students the opportunity to work independently of the teacher. They are self-correcting and fun. Includes: 2 bases, 5 curriculum packs with 12 cards each, 720 questions and answers that cover capitalization, punctuation, reading comprehension, word usage, vocabulary and grammar. The kit is packaged in a clear vinyl bag for easy storage and organization. Allows 2 - 4 students to work at the same time.


text:
September 26, 2013
Parnwell , Peterborough - UK
Kingsgate Conference Centre
2 Staplee Way
Click here to visit event site
Click here to visit registration site
Free - on this event only
Not provided
Not provided
Not provided
Not provided
Not provided
Jeremy Taylor
+ 44 (0) 1733 390021
Working in collaboration with the entire plastic, packaging and recycling chain is critical to the successful future of plastics, both as a material, and as a sustainable and recyclable resource. This conference will bring people and cross sector organizations together to share knowledge, experiences and insight that is essential to the future success of plastics recycling and recovery.
This in-depth report analyzes economic and market trends, legislative/regulatory activity impacting supply and demand, business opportunities and threats, materials pricing, manufacturing technology, as well as growth strategies being implemented by thermoformed packaging companies.Learn more
U.S. demand for extruded plastics is expected to grow by 3 percent in 2014, with PVC remaining the largest segment.
Plastic pipe will post the strongest gains through 2018, continuing to take market share from competing materials in a range of markets.
Our latest market report provides in-depth analysis of current trends and their financial impact on the pipe, profile and tubing extrusion industry in North America.
In the wake of the economic turbulence earlier in this decade, molders today find themselves in much better shape. Molders are gaining a competitive advantage by investing in people, equipment and seeking inroads into new markets on a global scale.
Growth in the injection molding industry is going to be driven by low financing costs and a continued move to reshore some business.
September 10, 2014 - September 12, 2014Plastics Caps & Closures 2014
January 14, 2015 - January 14, 2015Plastics in Automotive
February 4, 2015 - February 6, 2015Plastics News Executive Forum 2015More Events


text:
COCC prof receives achievement award
The faculty of Central Oregon Community College voted to honor Deborah Davies, professor of dental assisting, with this year's Faculty Achievement Award. Presented annually since 1986, the award recognizes excellence in teaching.
A member of the COCC faculty since 2005, Davies created the curriculum for the college's dental assisting program, which has become one of COCC's most successful and popular programs.
Students' remarks on course evaluations underscore Davies's willingness and capacity to assist her students in achieving excellence, according to Shirley Metcalf, COCC's interim vice president for instruction.
Comments include "I feel like I really understand because she teaches well" and "She answers all questions in a positive manner and is also very helpful and attentive—even outside of class." Superlatives include "my favorite instructor," "the best college instructor I have had" and "the goddess of teaching."
"My goal is to be a mentor to my students, teaching them to teach themselves," said Davies. "It is very rewarding to help someone learn new skills, and I learn so much in the process!"
Working with Volunteers in Medicine, Davies helped to establish a low-cost dental clinic on the COCC campus in 2005. This program gives dental assisting students practical experience while providing basic dental care to Deschutes County's low-income and uninsured employed adults. "It has been a wonderful success and a win-win-win for students, patients and the volunteer dentists," she said.
"It is exciting to realize that with this knowledge and experience, students can pursue worthwhile and productive careers in the dental health field," said Davies. "Watching them transform from student to dental professional is the best aspect of teaching for me."
Davies earned an associate's degree in dental hygiene from Pueblo Community College, a bachelor's degree in biology and a secondary education certificate from the University of Southern Colorado, an Oregon Dental Hygiene License and certification by the National Dental Hygiene Board.
The views expressed are not those of this company or its affiliated companies. Please note by clicking on "Post" you acknowledge that you have read the Terms of Service and the comment you are posting is in compliance with such terms.


text:
A design like that is defined by the crispness, and the almost symmetrical look. I love the design don't get me wrong, but the plastisol is going to look/feel like rubber on your shoulder and the unique "look" or so its proclaimed to be, is just not cutting it.
Again, nice design, very bold, awesome placement, but the print job could have been better.


text:
Prayer Events
"Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them." Matthew 18:20
There is power in uniting in prayer. Each year OurPrayer celebrates Good Friday Day of Prayer, Thanksgiving Day of Prayer, National Day of Prayer and many others. On Days of Prayer, OurPrayers' family of volunteers, staff and friends pray for your requests by name and need. Join us on these special days of prayer and experience the grace of purpose prayer community. Together, we are strengthened and blessed.
Days of Prayer
Is there a relationship you'd like to improve? Perhaps you would like to strengthen your marriage, reconnect with a loved one, or restore a friendship. Send your prayer request and caring volunteers will pray for your need on August 19, 2014.


text:
Aug 23, 2014
Leflore County Fairgrounds, Poteau, OK 74953
Visit Poteau this August to find out if you are brave enough to endure this fun and challenging obstacle course. Brave ... read more...
Sporting/Recreation Event
Sep 06, 2014
111 Peters St, Poteau, OK 74953
The Walk, Run or Dye 5K in Poteau is a fun walk and run put on by the Poteau Chamber of Commerce. Dress comfortably and ... read more...
Sporting/Recreation Event
Oct 17, 2014 - Oct 18, 2014
LeFlore County Fairgrounds, Poteau, OK 74953
The Poteau Balloon Fest is an annual hot air balloon festival featuring hot air balloons, tethered balloon rides and ... read more...
Fairs & Festivals, Fall Festivals & Events
Ghost Story Tours at Pawnee Bill Ranch
Oct 25, 2014
Pawnee Bill Ranch, Pawnee, OK 74058
Stop by and experience Pawnee Bill's mansion like never before. Costumed storytellers will tell tales that tingle the ... read more...
Tour Event, Fall Festivals & Events
Nov 01, 2014 - Nov 02, 2014
Poteau Fairgrounds, Poteau, OK 74953
Head to the Cowboy Trade Days in Poteau for tons of Western and Native American crafts, antiques, decor and art. Enjoy ... read more...
Western Heritage Event
Dec 06, 2014
Dewey Ave, Poteau, OK 74953
Bundle up and bring the family to downtown Poteau to see an old-fashioned lighted, evening Christmas parade featuring ... read more...
Winter Holiday Event
Native American Christmas Market
Dec 13, 2014
24 S Poplar, Sapulpa, OK 74066
Held at the Sapulpa Elks Lodge, which is conveniently located off Route 66, the Native American Christmas Market ... read more...
Craft/Hobby Show, American Indian Event
Dec 31, 2014
Courthouse Square, Pawnee, OK 74058
Head to Pawnee for the Courthouse Square Ball Drop this December 31. Bring out your family and friends to start the New ... read more...
Winter Holiday Event
Email: email@example.com


text:
Deluxe suite
The deluxe suite is something out of the ordinary! Furnished with a large bed and seating area made of ice and snow, it also boasts an ensuite sauna and toilet. We are currently changing our internal booking system, which unfortunately affects the online booking. See Accommodation price list for season 2014-2015 here (pdf).Read more Book now


text:
Availability: Usually Ships Within 24-48 Hours
Celestial Seasonings Caffeine Free Herbal Tea with Roasted Chicory 40 Tea Bags
Celestial Seasonings Caffeine-Free Herbal Tea with Roasted Chicory provides the rich, full-bodied flavor of traditional black tea without even a trace of caffeine. This handcrafted blend achieves its unique taste by combining flavorful herbs and spices with roasted chicory. The tradition of blending chicory with coffee or tea to create deliciously thick hot beverages followed thousands of French settlers to their homes in the New World – a practice that we proudly continue today. Comforting hot and invigorating iced, Celestial Seasonings Caffeine Free herbal tea is perfect any time you're thirsty for black tea but want to leave the caffeine behind.
This product contains all-natural ingredients and flavors, and no artificial colors or preservatives.
Herbal tea is made from many plants using not just the leaves, but also the flowers, roots, bark and seeds. Blending the flavors of different herbs results in an infinite variety of healthful taste sensations, and in fact, this exploration is one of the greatest pleasures of working with herbs. The majority of herbal teas naturally contain no caffeine at all, which accounts in part for their mellow, soothing personality—and their growing popularity in today's hectic, high-pressure world.
Celestian Seasonings Tea:
In 1969, a group of passionate young entrepreneurs founded Celestial Seasonings upon the belief that their flavorful, all-natural herbal teas could help people live healthier lives. They harvested fresh herbs from the Rocky Mountains by hand, and then dried, blended and packaged them in hand-sewn muslin bags to be sold at local health food stores. By staying committed to their vision, the founders of Celestial Seasonings turned their cottage industry into an almost overnight success.
Today, Celestial Seasonings is the largest specialty tea manufacturer in North America. They serve more than 1.6 billion cups of tea every year, and source more than 100 different ingredients from over 35 countries to create their delicious, all-natural herbal, green, red, white, chai and wellness teas. But most importantly, they're still about people and passion.
Hot Tea By the Cup
Pour freshly boiled water over one tea bag. Steep 4 to 6 minutesand remove tea bag. Sweeten if desired.
Iced Tea By The Pitcher
Pour 2 cups boiling water over 4 tea bags in a heat resistant container. Steep 4 to 6 and remove tea bags. If desired,add sweetener while tea is hot. Add 2 cups cold water and chill.
Other Ingredients: Blackberry leaves, roasted chicory, hawthorn, hibiscus and natural tea flavor with other natural flavors.
We've added your item to the Wish List. You can view your list any time from your MyLucky account page. A Wish List is useful to keep track of items you are interested in buying in the future. Once you purchase the items, they come off your list.
Sorry, we were unable to add your item at this time.
Your Wish List request is currently being processed.
Item Code: 34567
We've added your item to the Regimen. You can view your list any time from your MyLucky account page. A Regimen is useful to keep track of items you you purchase frequently (or take as part of a "regimen"). Unlike a Wish List, items you add to your Regimen are not removed from the list after you purchase them.
Your Regimen request is currently being processed.
Item Code:


text:
I went today to order a new clutch, pressure plate and throwout beraring for my 55 Loboy, much to my surprise (since mine was not in the tractor when I brought it home, I did not know what to expect) they came back with a carbon or ceramic type bearing in the throwout casting assembly. All I have was the cast iron housing, clutch disc and pressure plate. I just had a gut feeling there was something wrong with the whole clutch assembly, since they globbed up weld on the three fingers on the pressure plate, to make up somthing. There was no carbon left in the housing, so I could not go any further on my thoughts.
I know they used this idea, but is there a regular roller ball thrust bering that I can replace it with over this carbon thing? Plus they are asking 75 bucks for the original style.
If not a aftermarket bearing assembly, I am thinking of using the cast iron housing and modify it to accept a newer style thrust bearing. What I will using my tractor for, there will be a lot off stop/go and just can't this carbon style will hold up, I may be worng with this assumption, the original may work well, just as it did for years and years.
Anyput on this subject will be greatly appreciated. I am sure there are others here on the forum that have ran across this. Myself, I am brand new to the IH Cub series tractor.
Thanks, John


text:
Gorgeous Beach Oceanfront Rental in Hollywood
- bedrooms 2
- baths 2
- sleeps 4
- pool yes
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed no
- type Condo
- community
- rates (USD) $ 2,300 - $ 3,300 / month
vacation rental description
Ocean beach and Inter-coastal views. Private balcony. Spacious 1,500 sq ft living quarters with modern furnishings in Corner Unit. Full Kitchen and dining area. Large Dining Room and Living Room with large Flat-screen TV. Two large bedrooms with Flat-screen TV. Two full, tiled bathrooms.
vacation rental location
property availability
- dates with deals
- unavailable dates
Last modified on 09-2-2014 at 4:24 PM.
email owner view full calendar
Stephen Lo Bello (Owner) (914) 787-0101
condo rental amenities
All utilities; Valet Parking; Cable TV; 24 hour security
activities and attractions in Hollywood Atlantic Coast South
Heated Pool; Hot tub/Jacuzzi; Gym; Club Room, BBQs; Beach loungers; Direct beach access; Centrally located close to Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, Ft. Lauderdale and South Beach.
vacation rental rates
Any 30 days May through Nov: $2300
Dec or Apr: $2900
Any 30 days Jan through Mar: $3300
Stephen Lo Bello (Owner) (914) 787-0101
accepted payment methods
Prior to paying a reservation deposit, always verify payment instructions by calling the phone number displayed on this listing page. By contacting the owner directly and paying by an approved method - credit card, paypal, check or bank transfer - your reservation payment will be protected up to $1,000.Learn more in our Security Center
Top things to do in Hollywood
- Beach
- Casino
- Boardwalk
- Restaurants
- Shopping
Stephen Lo Bello (Owner) , owner


text:
Hoover guard Chris Jones goes up for a shot against La Costa Canyon forward Matt Shrigley
Posted April 15, 2012
Password Forgot?
Sign in
Confirm password
Sign up
Previous photo
| Next photo
| Switch to gallery view
Garrett Harris 8 p.m., Aug. 19
Eva Knott 4 p.m., Aug. 19
Ken Harrison 3:30 p.m., Aug. 19
Daniel Farrell 1:36 p.m., Aug. 19
Ken Harrison 12:11 p.m., Aug. 19
Ian Anderson noon, Aug. 19
Dave Rice 11:30 a.m., Aug. 19
© 2014 San Diego Reader. All rights reserved. No part of this site may be reproduced without our written permission.
Each newsletter subscriptionmeans another chance to win!


text:
South Lawrence — Priscilla A. "Minnie" (Batchelder) Tyning, 78 of South Lawrence died on Wednesday September 12, 2012 at Lawrence General Hospital. Mrs. Tyning was born, raised and a longtime resident of Andover before moving to South Lawrence in 1995. She was a 1951 graduate of Essex Agricultural School. Before her retirement she worked as a baker for over 29 years for The Andover School System.
She was a lifetime member of West Parish Church in Andover and very active with the Girl Scouts, organizing the annual cookie sales and as "Little Indian" at Camp Maude Eaton. Priscilla was an enthusiastic "yard saler" collecting items for use at camp. She was an avid reader and a #1 fan of The Boston Red Sox. The joy of her life was her family.
The widow of Harold W. Tyning, Jr. family members include her children, Beverly E. Smith of N. Andover, Nancy I. Tyning and her husband, Richard Lawrence of San Diego, Gayle E. and her husband, Greg LaCourse of Newmarket, N.H. and Harold W. Tyning, III of Lakeville. She leaves seven grandchildren William, Holly, Joel, Andy, Lea, Philip and Sarah and ten great-grandchildren, Audria, Kaitlyn,Jennifer, Michael, Grace, Haylee, Gavyn, Heather, Sophia and Tessa.
ARRANGEMENTS: A memorial service will be on Friday October 19 at 6 p.m. at West Parish Church, 129 Reservation Road, Andover. Memorial contributions may be made to West Parish Church, Attn: Clock Fund, 129 Reservation Rd., Andover, MA. 01810 or to GSEM-Camp Maude Eaton, Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass., 95 Berkeley St., Boston, MA. 02116. Arrangements are by The Charles F. Dewhirst Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Methuen. To send an online condolence, please visit, www.dewhirstfuneral.com.


text:
Images for more than 45 paintings by Andrew Werth, who uses color theory and perceptual science to produce beautiful works of art that intrigue the eye and stimulate the mind.
About the AuthorAndrew Werth
ajwerth Princeton Junction, NJ, USA
I have long been interested in the mind: consciousness, perception, thinking, psychology, and the self. My ongoing study of these and related subjects informs much of my abstract painting. The titles of my paintings are clues to concepts that I find fascinating in the philosophy and science of mind. Notions of embodiment, metaphor, and mental "strange loops" are recurrent themes in my work. My paintings are constructed through a slow, deliberate process that consists of thousands of individual brushstrokes applied one at a time. The marks provide a structure in which to explore perceptual effects and the interaction of color. I design interactions between underpainting and mark making and between foreground and background at multiple levels of abstraction, and in so doing create paintings where the viewer wants to keep looking, from near and afar, in different lights, always finding something new to stimulate the eye and the mind.
Publish Date March 15, 2011
Dimensions Standard Portrait 40 pgs Premium Paper, lustre finish
Category Arts & Photography
Comments (0)
Comment posted.
Sign in or create an account to post a comment.


text:
Benjamin Percy
Acclaimed Novelist & Story Writer
Author of The Wilding
"Percy skillfully mines the psychic wildernesses of his characters." — Publishers Weekly
"Benjamin Percy moves instinctively toward the molten center of contemporary writing, the place where genre fiction, in this case horror, overflows its boundaries and becomes something dark and grand and percipient." —Peter Straub
"Benjamin Percy is the best new writer to step into the spotlight in years." —Brady Udall
Benjamin Percy is the author of two novels, The Wilding (Graywolf Press, 2010), winner of the Society of Midland Authors Award for Fiction and the psychological thriller Red Moon (Grand Central/Hachette, 2013); as well as two books of stories, Refresh, Refresh (Graywolf, 2007) and The Language of Elk (Carnegie Mellon, 2006). Percy is currently adapting Red Moon as a series for FOX TV with Oscar-winner Akiva Goldsman (A Beautiful Mind, I am Legend, Winter's Tale). Percy's next novel, The Dead Lands, is forthcoming in January 2015. His fiction and nonfiction have been read on National Public Radio; performed at Symphony Space; and published by Esquire, where he is a contributing editor, GQ, Time, Men's Journal, Outside, the Paris Review, Tin House, Chicago Tribune, Orion, The Wall Street Journal, Ploughshares, Glimmer Train, and many other magazines and journals. His honors include a National Endowment for the Arts, a Whiting Award, the Plimpton Prize, a Pushcart Prize, and inclusion in Best American Short Stories. His story "Refresh, Refresh" was adapted into a screenplay by filmmaker James Ponsoldt and a graphic novel (First Second Books, 2009) by Eisner-nominated artist Danica Novgorodoff. He teaches in the low-residency MFA program at Pacific University.
Profile of Benjamin Percy in the Sunday Oregonian
Benjamin Percy is the author of two novels, The Wilding, winner of the Society of Midland Authors Award for Fiction, and the psychological thriller Red Moon; as well as two books of stories, Refresh, Refresh and The Language of Elk. Percy's next novel, The Dead Lands, is forthcoming in January 2015. His fiction and nonfiction have been published in Esquire, GQ, Time, Men's Journal, Outside, the Paris Review, Tin House, Chicago Tribune, Orion, The Wall Street Journal, Ploughshares, Glimmer Train, and many other magazines and journals. His honors include a National Endowment for the Arts, a Whiting Award, the Plimpton Prize, a Pushcart Prize, and inclusion in Best American Short Stories.
About RED MOON (Novel, 2013)
Listed as one of 2013's most anticipated books, Publisher's Weekly writes of Red Moon, "Exploring one of the oldest themes in weird fiction—the werewolf—Percy (The Wilding) delivers a stunning alternate history epic that transcends its genre trappings to read as a provocative reflection on the contemporary zeitgeist. At a point where many other writers would flinch, Percy follows through on the direst possibilities of his premise, building to a shocking denouement and even more shock climax in the final pages."
About THE WILDING (Novel, 2010)
"There are a hundred ways to feel frightened and lost in a forest, and the excellent, savvy Benjamin Percy can evoke them all. The Wilding, a brilliant literary novel that feels at times almost like Geoffrey Household's classic Rogue Male, seems to have been written on his vibrating nerve-endings. This book is filled with dread, sadness, tension and a tireless vision of mankind's thoughtless devastation of an ancient and more authentic way of life. It is almost impossible to put down. James Dickey must have been whispering to Ben Percy in his sleep." —Peter Straub
Percy's excellent debut novel digs into the ambiguous American attitude toward nature as it oscillates between Thoreau's romantic appreciation and sheer gothic horror. The plot concerns a hunting trip taken by Justin Caves and his sixth-grade son, Graham, with Justin's bullying father, Paul, a passionate outdoorsman in failing health who's determined to spend one last weekend in the Echo Canyon before real estate developer Bobby Fremont turns the sublime pocket of wilderness into a golfing resort. Justin, a high school English teacher, has hit an almost terminally rough patch in his marriage to Karen, who, while the boys camp, contemplates an affair with Bobby, though she may have bigger problems with wounded Iraq war vet Brian, a case study in creepy stalker. The men, meanwhile, are being tracked by a beast and must contend with a vengeful roughneck roaming the woods. A taut plot and cast of deeply flawed characters—Justin is a masterwork of pitiable wretchedness—will keep readers rapt as peril descends and split-second decisions come to have lifelong repercussions. It's as close as you can get to a contemporary Deliverance (PW, Starred Review). Pam Houston writes that The Wilding is "[n]ot your father's eco-novel. In compelling, image-driven prose, Benjamin Percy confounds the old polarities about wilderness and development by sending three generations of men into a doomed canyon, and letting so much hell break loose we can't tell the heroes from the villains-which feels exactly right. This is a dark, sly, honest, pleasing, slip-under-your-skin-and-stay-there kind of a book."
About REFRESH, REFRESH: STORIES (Stories, 2007)
Percy's second collection (following The Language of Elk) traces lives led in rural Oregon's fractured, mostly poor communities. The title story (selected for The Best American Short Stories 2006), presents Josh, a young man from small-town Tumalo who watches as men who signed up as Marine reservists for beer pay leave to fight in the Iraq War, including Josh's father. As Josh's unreliable first person details a deer hunt, the escapades of the town recruitment officer and the less-and-less frequent e-mails from his father, tension slowly builds. Set during a blackout, "The Caves in Oregon" follows geology teacher Becca and her husband, Kevin, as they explore a network of caves beneath their home, grappling to understand each other in the wake of a miscarriage. "Meltdown" imagines a nuclear disaster in November 2009, while the menacing Whisper opens with the accidental late-life death of Jacob, leaving his brother, Gerald, to care for Jacob's stroke-impaired wife. Percy's talent for putting surprising characters in difficult contemporary settings makes this a memorable collection. —Publisher's Weekly


text:
Woman's Club hosts spring Starlight Society event
Kay Baldwin, Dotti Howe, Peggy Fisher and Marcella Quirk (seated)
Highlights of the event included Starlight entertainers performing songs from the 2011 season and a presentation of two Leona Bedford Scholarships to Emeline Lotherington, dance major at UC Irvine and Katheryne Penny, studying at UCLA's Ray Bolger School of Musical Theatre. Also at the event, new life memberships in the society were presented to Shirley and Ken Hinckley, Duffie Kenyon, Brenda and Bruce Kleege, and Nell and Cal Swanson. Starlightsociety.org
Related posts:
- A perfect spring day dawns for Jr. League's Island Divine
- Kyoto Scholarship gala shines a spotlight on human achievements
- Soroptimist luncheon shines spotlight on women helping women
- La Jolla Playhouse supporters and stars shine at 2011 Gala
- Wine-tasting event nets funds for La Jolla High
Short URL: http://www.lajollalight.com/?p=43448
Posted by Staff on Jun 11, 2011. Filed under Life, Social Photo Galleries. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. You can leave a response or trackback to this entry


text: Dodder 12246-v1-490x.jpg 242 Science, Tech & Environment The 'vampire plant' is even more nefarious than scientists thought Science Friday August 22, 2014 Vampire tales have been popular for centuries. Even vampire plants hold a peculiar fascination. But what about a plant that not only feeds on its host, but injects it with special information designed to hijack its cell structure? That's what scientists are finding.


text:
Try Eurocamp Independent
Holidaying in Europe with your own tent, trailer tent, caravan or motorhome
Ever been to the Eternal City or fancy conquering the Colosseum for the first time? Stay at I Pini Family Park and you'll find Rome within easy reach (especially when the parc runs bus trips there twice a week).
In between a day trip to the capital, why not hire bikes and explore the woodlands that surround the parc? Afterwards, the kids can race around the playground or enjoy splash time at their very own pool. When you've all worked up an appetite, give the restaurant or the food from the buffet a go. Venturing off parc will take you to the wonderful Lake Bracciano, so make sure you remember your camera. But part of what really sets this parc apart is the thought put in by its owners. Not only do they organise games and activities for the whole family, but they will even organise airport transfers, if you'd like to leave the car at home.
Opening dates:
25 Apr - 20 Sep 2015
Nearest airport:
Rome Ciampino (CIA) - 45km
Nearest port:
Dieppe (DIE) - 1569km
|Late August (23rd - 30th Aug)
|Early September (31st Aug - 6th Sep)
|Mid September (7th - 13th Sep)
|2 Bed Mobile
|from £127.80 per night
|from £45.00 per night
|from £45.00 per night
Try Eurocamp Independent
Holidaying in Europe with your own tent, trailer tent, caravan or motorhome
If you're after your piece of authentic, traditional Italy, look no further than Lido Camping Village.Read more about this parc ›
The moment you arrive in Larochette, you realise why they call it Little Switzerland. And you'll understand why this beautiful location makes Birkelt parc such a great idea for a family holiday.Read more about this parc ›
Annecy is made for getting out and living life to the full - so what's it to be? Canoeing, kayaking, fishing, water skiing, windsurfing? They're all easily doable (well, maybe not so easy…) from the small and peaceful La Ravoire Parc.Read more about this parc ›


text:
> View this now
Published on: April 30, 2012
Type of content: WHITE PAPER
Length: 4 pages
Price: FREE
Making the transition from a physical to a virtual cloud environment can seem like a daunting task, but the benefits in the long run will be well worth the investment. The resulting management efficiencies and cost benefits of virtualization help organizations gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace, so why not make the same transition for storage? Access this exclusive resource as it outlines the best strategies for utilizing a virtual cloud-based environment that enables easier and smoother storage management capabilities.


text:
The small community of Glendale marked the reopening of its "Haunted Corn Maze" on Friday -- two years after a poor crop put the Halloween attraction on hiatus.
According to designers, the maze was cut in five hours by tractor at a field on Glendale Boulevard near Interstate 15, about 45 minutes north of Las Vegas.
The maze became a popular attraction when it opened in 2004, but a series of mishaps -- including a 2008 and the poor crop -- led to multiple cancellations over the years.
To mark the reopening of the maze, organizers added a pumpkin patch, rock climbing wall and zip line to the attraction.
The maze is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets are $13 but guests who bring a can of food will receive a $1 discount.
More information is available on the maze website.
Copyright 2012 KVVU (KVVU Broadcasting Corporation). All rights reserved.


text:
Home » Education »
Registered CBOE.com users will have access to NYIF's more than 175 hours of online learning, covering over 25 financial area topics, including back office operations, derivatives, equities, credit, risk management, corporate finance, and many others.
The NYIF courses can be taken for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits, and are offered to CBOE registered users at a 25% discount on all self-paced eLearning and a 5% discount on all group/live instructor-led courses.
Not a MyCBOE user?
The NYIF Courses are provided by New York Institute of Finance, a division of Pearson Education, Inc. ("NYIF"). NYIF eLearning courses are located on the NYIF website. NYIF is not affiliated with Chicago Board Options Exchange, Incorporated ("CBOE"). The NYIF website is a separate website from the CBOE website. CBOE is not involved in any manner with the conduct or administration of the NYIF courses. CBOE is not responsible for or liable with respect to any activity on the NYIF website or with respect to any use of NYIF services.


text:
Forgot your password?
Create account
Log in to extranet
Carry 2 bikes in the bed of your pick-up truck with no bolting or drilling with this integrated locking fork mount carrier
Find a dealer
Add to shopping list
Download JPEG (91 kb)
Download PDF (697 kb)
You will be directed to the Thule Towbars Fit Guide. If you're not automatically redirected within 5 seconds, .


text:
By GORDIE LITTLE, Small Talk
---- — Who remembers the lyrics to an old song called "Playmate, Come Out and Play With Me"? Good. Teach it to your grandchildren.
How about the second verse? It begins, "So sorry playmate, I cannot play with you. My dolly's got the flu."
I just asked Kaye if she recalled the words. We sang it together. We're still kids at heart.
Kaye is the keeper of Gordie's treasures. She calls it "stuff." George Carlin did, too. As they say, "One man's junk (stuff) is another man's treasure."
At least once a week, she comes downstairs and plunks a box down on the kitchen bar. "What's this?" she asks coyly. She knows full well that the contents will engender gleeful excitement from this old-as-dirt Little boy.
Case in point: down she came recently with a stack of something and the usual query. Plunk! There on the bar were my old Children's Play Mate magazines from the 1940s and early '50s. Treasures, for sure. I picked up the top issue. The date is August 1948. I was 11. They cost 15 cents. Inside was an invitation to enter a radio contest. The first 10 prizes were $5 apiece. One of the questions was, "Write, in 25 words or less, why you like your favorite radio program better than any other." Even as a tyke, I was never able to write anything in 25 words or less, so I probably didn't win.
The magazine was designed for boys and girls from 4 to 14; but mine go all the way to December 1954, when I was 17, so I must have been a closet fan. I had a ball looking through all of them the other day. It was like a time machine. Games, stories, activities, homemade toys and letters from my friends in "The Playate Club."
I learned how to make a "Jolly Elf" pin from pipe cleaners dressed "in bright paper, with paste to hold him together." There were pages on "Hobbies" and "How to Give Your Dog a Bath." There was always artwork, drawn and painted by subscribers such as me.
There was even a recipe called "Popsicle Fun," calling for "2 packages of Kool Aid (any flavor), 1 cup sugar and 1 quart water." I might go make some today.
Most of the colorful and charming artwork for the little digest-sized magazine was done by an artist you've probably never heard of. Her name was Fern Bisel Peat. She was prolific in this publication and others. She painted all the covers and everything inside except for the reader contributions. She could show you how to make paper dolls, how to carve pumpkins and how to make Christmas-tree ornaments. I also had tin toys with her artwork on them. She was born in 1893 and lived until 1971. She never heard of me, but I was a huge fan.
"Children's Playmate Magazine" ran for 75 years starting in 1935. Very few others can make that boast. In 2008, it was merged with a magazine you might have seen called "Jack and Jill," another long-standing publication that was first published in 1938. It merged with Children's Digest several years ago.
Another box was plunked onto the kitchen bar. Inside were dozens of the original Casey Kasem "American Top Forty" radio programs on record and CD. I had no idea they were here. We started playing them and were instantly transported several decades backward in time as we danced around the kitchen.
Some weeks ago, I accepted a 100-pound cardboard box jam-packed with fabulous old 78 rpm record albums — some almost 100 years old. They were part of the estate of a well-known and respected politician friend who died some years back and his house was up for sale.
You'd be proud of me, though. I finally said no to Bob Chessman, who offered his old records, and no to Dawn Brault, who wanted me to have her late father's collection. Kaye smiled and kissed me on the lips for the 20th time since sunrise.
Have a great day and please, drive carefully.
Gordie Little was for many years a well-known radio personality in the North Country and now hosts the "Our Little Corner" television program for Home Town Cable. Anyone with comments for him may send them to the newspaper or email him at email@example.com.


text:
Because adults are so wise, I suppose I should have much to offer the class of 2014. But truth be told, my hope is that parents, teachers and other mentors have given this year's graduates the skills they need to make good decisions. After that, I'm OK with leaving the class of 2014 to find its own way.
But to the extent I have any advice, it is this: Unless you're independently wealthy or marry into millions, you're going to need a job sooner or later. Choose one that you will enjoy.
The newspaper industry has changed much since I graduated from college in 1983, and not all of that change has been easy. But I can honestly say that I have fun every day I come to the office.
Much of that fun comes from learning useful information about my county – where my tax dollars will go in the coming year, the newest places where I can dine and shop, how our county's high school football teams fared on Friday night. The fun comes too from working with words – those submitted by readers for church announcements and the like, those written by reporters and correspondents, and my own words, though that is more like work than fun.
I came of age during Watergate, when two Washington Post reporters helped bring down a corrupt presidential administration. So early on I settled on a career I knew I would enjoy. But as I quickly learned, where I worked was just as important as what I did for a living.
For reasons I have never really examined, I was miserable in my first newspaper job, suffering a severe case of the blues every Sunday because I dreaded going to work on Monday. But in the spring of 1984, I landed at the Benson Review and Four Oaks News, where publisher Ralph Delano and his family put their faith in a 23-year-old newspaperman. A little more than two years later, I came to the Smithfield Herald, where publisher-editor Wingate Lassiter, a history major, taught me more about journalism than any textbook or professor.
In both Benson and Smithfield, I have had some long, hard days. In Benson, I once got to work at sunrise on a Tuesday and left at sunrise on Wednesday, and that was just to get a shower and breakfast before heading back to the office.
But since the spring of 1984, I have never had a Sunday where I dreaded going to work on Monday. Graduates, I hope you can find a job like mine.


text:
Find your local vendor
-or- search with vendor name.
West Coast Florida weddings
With sunny days and starry nights, white sands and fine waves, the West Coast of Florida provides a beautiful backdrop for your wedding. Whether you are a destination bride searching for the perfect resort or a local bride wanting custom wedding arrangements, the options will range from rustic to exotic. From Tampa to Naples, we have the resources you need to plan an unforgettable celebration.
search West Coast Florida vendors
- Wedding Venues
- Photographers
- Flowers
- Bridal Fashions
- Wedding Planners
- Disc Jockeys
- Videographers
- Invitations
- Hair, Makeup and Wellness
- Caterers
- Wedding Cakes & Desserts
- Wedding Rings and Fine Jewelry
- Bands
- Unique Wedding Ideas
- Officiants and Premarital Counseling
- Party Rentals & Service Staff
- Photo Booths
- Favors
- Rehearsal Dinners & Bridal Showers
- Limousine Services/Valet Services
- Tuxedos and Formal Wear
- Ceremony Musicians
- Gifts & Registries
- Travel & Honeymoons
- Guest Accommodations
- Bachelor(ette) Parties
- Dance Lessons
- Lighting & Decor
- Calligraphy
- Gown Cleaning & Preservation
- Fashion Jewelry and Accessories
- House & Home
- Wine, Champagne & Liquor
west coast florida real wedding photosVIEW ALL+ SUBMIT YOUR WEDDING
west coast florida wedding boardview more
- Affordable Photographer
- Sarasota Vendor Suggestions?
- Center Place Fine Arts and Civic Association
- Grand Plaza-outdoor reception space?
- Vendors in Naples Area
- Looking for Photographer/Videographer/DJ for wedding @ Grand Plaza
- Vases for Sale in Pensacola, FL
- Dress Alterations in Tampa
- Best Makeup Counter in Tampa?
- FIGURE FAIR in St Petersburg FL..HORRIBLE CUST SVC!!!!


text:
Just when you got over the "fiscal cliff" -- get ready for the "sequester."
According to USA TODAY, the White House began warnings about the sequestration -- automatic budget cuts -- by issuing reports Sunday (February 24) on how the coming $85 billion in reductions will affect each of the 50 states.
With the cuts set to begin Friday, President Obama is expected to cite the state reports as part of his effort to pressure congressional Republicans over the sequestration.
In a statement, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., said "surely" Obama can find a way to cut 2 to 3 percent from a $3.5 trillion budget. "Rather than issuing last-minute press releases on cuts to first responders or troop training or airport security, he should propose smarter ways to cut Washington spending," McConnell said.
-- How do you feel about the impending federal budget cuts? What should the president and Congress do? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
On Sunday, the White House released a state-by-state breakdown of how the budget cuts could play out. Here are some ways they could affect Georgia:
- Teachers and Schools: Georgia will lose approximately $28.6 million in funding for primary and secondary education, putting around 390 teacher and aide jobs at risk. In addition about 54,000 fewer students would be served and approximately 80 fewer schools would receive funding. In addition, Georgia will lose approximately $17.5 million in funds for about 210 teachers, aides, and staff who help children with disabilities.
- Job Search Assistance to Help those in Georgia find Employment and Training: Georgia will lose about $873,000 in funding for job search assistance, referral, and placement, meaning around 33,160 fewer people will get the help and skills they need to find employment.
- Vaccines for Children: In Georgia around 4,180 fewer children will receive vaccines for diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, whooping cough, influenza, and Hepatitis B due to reduced funding for vaccinations of about $286,000.
The complete White House document on how sequestration cuts would affect Georgia is here.
Some other national effects could include:
- Fingerprints and background checks: The FBI runs national data systems for fingerprint searches and background checks. The sequester ... could slow down investigations.
- Meat and poultry inspections: The FDA warns that it might have to furlough meat and poultry inspections for up to 15 days. Meat plants would be unable to ship food if there were no inspectors.
A breakdown of how the cuts would affect all 50 states and the District of Columbia is here.


text:
At a time when disabilities awareness is in the forefront, Joplin Little Theatre presents the story of a woman who overcame the greatest of challenges.
The Miracle Workers tells the story of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan who struggles to teach the blind and deaf child basic life skills and sign language to open the world to her.
Performances continue tomorrow with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 PM.
Tickets are available by calling the theatre at 417-623-3638.


text:
Town Square
Palo Alto hires its first budget czar
Original post made on Jul 3, 2013
Read the full story here Web Link posted Wednesday, July 3, 2013, 9:33 AM
on Jul 3, 2013 at 12:21 pm
He lost me at: "Palo Alto is a well-managed city."
on Jul 3, 2013 at 1:25 pm
Really 172,000 plus benefits being added to the backs of tax payers. If this was a well managed city I don't think we would need this position. Seems like the thing we are good
at is building up a large payroll and hiring consultants.
on Jul 3, 2013 at 1:44 pm
Why do we need a Chief Sustainability officer when that's our Utility Dept's primary focus? How about looking for someone who can cut our ridiculous rates? Cost-cutting wasn't on anyone's Mission Statement.
No more bond issues approvals from me.


text:
WFIU Public Radio
WTIU Public Television
Choose which station to support!
The award-winning quartet Plaine and Easie comes to the Indianapolis Early Music Festival.
What is RSS? RSS makes it possible to subscribe to a website's updates instead of visiting it by delivering new posts to your RSS reader automatically. Choose to receive some or all of the updates from Indiana Public Media Arts & Music:
More Events »Submit Your Event »
Add Your Photos »
Copyright © 2014, The Trustees of Indiana University | Copyright Complaints
1229 East Seventh Street, Bloomington, Indiana 47405


text:
Castine Pet Friendly Cottage Rentals(7)
7 Results
Didn't find what you're looking for?
View all 42 Castine Vacation Rentals or all 902 Downeast and Acadia Vacation Rentals
Recent Castine Reviews
A wonderful house in a peaceful area
We are the first guests of the new honeymoon cottage. The house is perfect, every details have been thought by the very smart and kind owner. The service is simply perfect. If you love nature and history get to Castine and enjoy the woods by the house. They are full of turkeys. The little town is pretty and worth the trip. We went to Acadia national park. It is not that far. The nature is beautiful over there. Many enjoyable hikes are available and if you don't want to meet the crowd you can go out of Bay Harbor in other little harbors. Maine is a very nice place to stay. We'll come back again.
Get away, away from tourist
My husband and I just returned to Minnesota from this wonderful get away in Castine Me. The homes location worked out wonderful for us. We wanted to visit the parks and enjoy small hikes. Castine has a beautiful 5 mile hiking trail, with a small establishment on the water front to enjoy a meal at a picnic table on the dock, along with the beach being a few miles down the road. If you are looking for a vacation away from all the other tourist, this is it. The home has everything you need to make you feel as though it was your own personal cabin away from home. We cooked a few lobster meals and the kitchen was stocked to do so. The linens are wonderful along with the up to date kitchen. This home is very clean!! I am not use to homes being only one car length away from the main street, so this did catch me off guard, but the road noise was very limited after dark and did not keep me awake once. Only the skunks walking around the yard woke me up. :) The bedroom up the spiral stair case just made it more charming. If you like the outdoors, take the trip to Baxter State Park, it is worth it.
Sleepy Hollow
"Ahhhhhhh, finally". Those were my first words- I am not kidding. We are two stressed Boston junior executives with two Tazmanian devils for children. We needed North and we needed it NOW! Downeast Maine had been on our bucket list forever!! Emilia was a delight, we got lucky someone had cancelled last minute and we were IN. The cottage was perfect: Funky, lots of character, comfy, and great sunlight...! It was situated on a hill and abutted a wilderness preserve- ideal for morning hikes or sunset strolls with chilled glass o wine!! Big yard bonus for the brats. The bedrooms were neat, clean, devoid of silly coastal posters. Bathrooms tidy, no frills. The kitchen was well prepared, dining table gorgeous rustic, great for large dinner party.. Wrap around screened in porch proved helpful on rainy day- likewise ping-pong table in garage. (Proving: There is a God.) Castine is a great town (we soon discovered) but it can be busy in July, Fortunately Emilia's cottage is on the quiet side of town, on a forgotten lane, really quiet! Except for the cacophony of sound that is the birdsong in the early morning. Sometimes too early. Yes, nature at last, yet minutes (walking) to in-town and all the services you'd ever want: groceries, fuel, beer, baked goods, (Bah's Bakehouse is a MUST every day), restaurants,(Stella's or Pentagoet Inn will impress) etc. And head the other direction for beaches and lighthouse! Run don't Walk, to book this place. It is a lovely, simple get away for those on a tight budget and stressed out from work it will be the best money spent if retreat and relax is in order. (BTW: we discovered besides being a gracious hostess Emilia is an accomplished singer songwriter too! Her husband a famous expedition sea- kayaker!!). .


text:
Comments about Without Sanctuary
Log in to check your private messages
Log in
should these pictures be brought into a class room?
withoutsanctuary.org Forum Index
Read Visitor Comments
View previous topic
View next topic
Joined: 18 Apr 2007
Posts: 1
Posted: Thu Apr 19, 2007 2:31 pm
Post subject: should these pictures be brought into a class room?
I most certainly believe that these pictures shoud be shown in classrooms. They are so real and they seem to tell a story of the person killed. It tells a story about their life and how it tragically had to end in the manner it did. No words can really explain how they make you feel. it made me want to go out and reasearch more about them and escpically the Duluth Lynchings, becasue Minnesota is my home state. It is hard to believe that such hate was one day prevelant in their socities. They are a great learning tool in the way that the students can actually see the image, rather that imagining it. I think it hits home harder and real human emotion comes out and makes the student relate better!
Back to top
Joined: 08 Oct 2007
Posts: 1
Location: Reims, France
Posted: Mon Oct 08, 2007 7:24 pm
Post subject: Educating
I agree with you Jene. Educating is indeed about truth. Truth should be told. And truth is about reality.
Reality should be shown to kids. Not to make them feel guilty, not to make them feel angry. Just to make them feel human and connected to mankind and therefore to each other.
Those terrible pictures that illustrate the terrible truth must be seen and their comment must be heard.
As an English teacher in France, I believe all my pupils (15 to 20) should see Without Sanctuary. I have added its link on my blog /bilien.blogspot.com/
I did add some warning, some PA, but i hope they will watch it.
And i hope to find an equivalent for so many subjects on the web: "The Algerian events" as they were called, "Indochina" as they used to call South -East Asia, Collaboration during WWII and so on and so forth....
BRAVO Sincerely. Elibi
Back to top
Joined: 09 Oct 2007
Posts: 1
Posted: Tue Oct 09, 2007 5:37 am
Post subject: Teaching about lynching cannot be done without this site
Teaching about lynching is as important as teaching about our democratic institutions. Lynching has been a challenge to the very existence of democracy wherever it has been practiced. In the US the legacy of violence that racism represents has to be taught as a constitutive element of the country´s history and moral fabric. Teachers might want to consider to tell their students that the existence of the death penalty in 38 states of the Union is part of that legacy. If they do not think so, then they need to tell why there´s such a disproportionate number of Blacks who have been executed throughout the country´s history to this day.
Back to top
ronnie brock
Joined: 13 Oct 2007
Posts: 1
Posted: Sat Oct 13, 2007 7:54 pm
Post subject: human or what
as i viewed the movie i could not help but think what would go through another mans mind to do this to another man?
how can men put to death another human being without a second thought.
these men and women minds, created by God, was ended by other men and women without a second through even as if they enjoyed it. they reminded me of a crowd of Hitlers. look at the faces of the crowds....
when i get myself together i will let me kids watch this..its important for them to know man in all form.
Mr Allen you did a great job!!!!
Back to top
Joined: 14 Oct 2007
Posts: 1
Posted: Sun Oct 14, 2007 4:34 am
Post subject:
These images should definitely be used in the classroom as long as they are accompanied by questions and discussions. I wish that I had been exposed to these types of photographic materials when I was in high school because they offer a different perspective than those written in most high school text books. I am a college student using 20th century photographic images as part of a history research paper, and images such as these are a striking reminder of important & disturbing elements in America's history.
Back to top
Display posts from previous:
All Posts
1 Day
7 Days
2 Weeks
1 Month
3 Months
6 Months
1 Year
Oldest First
Newest First
withoutsanctuary.org Forum Index
Read Visitor Comments
All times are GMT
Jump to:
Select a forum
Forum for Comments
Read Visitor Comments
post new topics in this forum
reply to topics in this forum
edit your posts in this forum
delete your posts in this forum
vote in polls in this forum
Powered by
© 2001, 2005 phpBB Group


text:
A warning about the information you put on Facebook.
What you share with your many "friends" could make you an easy target for cyber stalking. Becky accepted a friend request from Arutyan 'Haroot' Pashayan. At first, it seemed innocent but it turned her life upside down.
What Becky didn't realize is that Pashayan was keeping a close eye on her FB posts. If she posted she'd be attending a party, Becky says Pashayan would show up. She says, "He actually believed that he knew who I was and I was meant to be with him, that I was in love with him from what he read on my FB."
Becky deleted and blocked Pashayan. She also filed a restraining order but that still didn't stop Pashayan. Finally, months after we aired this story, the LA City Attorney's office filed charges against Pashayan for stalking, violating a restraining order and making annoying phone calls.
Here are some reminders to protect yourself from potential stalkers:
Runaway movie production is out of control. KTTV Vice President and General Manager Kevin Hale looks at what needs to be done bring the movie industry back to Los Angeles, in this POV.
KTTV FOX 111999 S. Bundy Dr.Los Angeles CA 90025Main: (310) 584-2000News Tips? (310) 584-2025


text:
Fellows I've been working this lil tractor all summer. It has done a fairly good job at running the disc plow, with the exception of once the dirt turns to powder, it doesn't quite want to pull in 2nd gear and I have to drop to grandma or straighten the disc a couple of notches.
My problem lies with the starter. It's been dragging all along and I decided to take it off and gave it rewound. Well, the starter is broken right where one of the bolts goes through it. It looks to have been broke a long time. Someone tried to repair it with JB Weld, instead of fixing it. As you can imagine, that starter being loose has caused the flywheel to be... Well let's find a good word. How about butchered? Ah it's not quite that bad, but you can just imagine what it looks like.
I'm now faced with a dilemma.
I'm not sure if that chunk off the starter can be repaired, plus they want close to 100 bucks to rewind it and I can buy a new starter off Ebay for just a tiny bit more.
What about the flywheel? Man, I'm just not comfortable trying to split the tractor, but I hate to just slap that starter back on without trying to fix it. Also, isn't the gear to the flywheel pressed on?
I'm looking for guidance and basically confirm that the flywheel needs replaced too.


text:
Same to you and your family
Here it is Christmas Eve, already! Thanks for a another great year! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, wishing for a prosperous 2014 for you and your family! Thanks Buddy! Ron
Thanks. Welcome aboard buddy, have a nice weekend. .YB.Shep
WoW!! 1 Million points tomorrow and a new red convertible. Nice not to have to worry about snow. Happy Holidays to you and yours. Warren {:-)
No it isn't blocked I was out of town one day and couldn't get on the web so I lost all my days O-well it happens
Wow! What happened to all of your days, Bill?? I have a buddy named: SHEP20715 that would like to be your buddy, but he says that your whiteboard is locked. Do you have him on Ignore? He can't leave a message. 8-)
Congratulations on having the dedication to post for 400 consecutive days. Keep up the Great Work and Good Luck in the future! Your buddy, Warren :-)
U R welcome. Hope that you are having a great week. Warren :D)
Hi, congratulations on having the perseverance to post for 300 consecutive days. WOW!! Keep up the great work and Good Luck in the future! Merry Christmas to you and yours! Your buddy, Warren :-)
Yes, it is fun and informative. Have a great week. Warren :o)


text:
After Much Obama Boosting, ABC's Moran Finally Quizzes Barack
"Nightline" host Terry Moran appeared on Monday's "Good Morning America" with a segment in which he repeatedly quizzed Senator Barack Obama on the subject of his relationship to indicted political operative Tony Rezko, now facing corruption charges. Moran persistently asked the Democratic presidential candidate if he would release all information relating to the role Rezko played in a house purchase by Obama.
After several evasive answers, Moran scolded, "...You call yourself a reformer? You talk about your judgment?" He then bluntly followed-up by wondering, "And yet, how could you enter into this transaction with a long-term contributor who, at that time, was known to be under investigation for corruption? What does that say about your judgment?" This is quite a change for the anchor, who, in 2006, skipped Rezko and gushed over Obama as "an American political phenomenon" and someone who might be "the savior of the Democratic Party."
During a January 29, 2008 piece for "Nightline," Moran also lauded the Illinois senator as someone who makes "connections" and believes that "divisions are artificial and can be overcome by an act of will and of imagination." And although co-anchor Martin Bashir promised that Moran, who interviewed Obama at a restaurant, would dish out "tough chili and tough questions," the subject of Tony Rezko never came up. (A truncated explanation of the controversy: The owner of a Chicago property also possessed the next door lot and wished to sell both. Rezko's wife bought the adjacent land for full value. The new senator then purchased the other property for $300,000 less than the asking price. This all occurred on the same day.)
For a November 6, 2006 piece, Moran famously provided this hyperbolic description of Obama:
TERRY MORAN: "You can see it in the crowds. The thrill, the hope. How they surge toward him. You're looking at an American political phenomenon. In state after state, in the furious final days of this crucial campaign, Illinois Senator Barack Obama has been the Democrat's not-so-secret get-out-the-vote weapon. He inspires the party faithful and many others, like no one else on the scene today...And the question you can sense on everyone's mind, as they listen so intently to him, is he the one? Is Barack Obama the man, the black man, who could lead the Democrats back to the White House and maybe even unite the country?"
And, even though outlets such as the Chicago Sun Times were already investigation Obama's connection to Rezko, Moran, again, never mentioned it.
In 2008, Moran's tone began to become sharper. For a February 25 report, he even noted that Obama is a liberal who tends to favor raising taxes.
However, during his March 3 appearance on GMA, despite the tough queries, the ABC journalist did occasionally lapse back into rhapsodizing about the senator. According to Moran, the real trouble may not be Rezko, "but sustaining his remarkable run. The crowds, the enthusiasm, the hope." After wondering if Obama will be able to maintain that enthusiasm from his audience, he queried, "Do you see this almost rock star quality in the crowds?"
A transcript of the March 3 segment, which aired at 7:04am, follows:
CHRIS CUOMO: Now, let's move over to Senator Obama. Terry Moran, anchor of "Nightline," has been with Barack Obama on the campaign trail in Ohio and sat down for an exclusive interview with the senator in these final hours before the big primary voting. Good morning, Terry.
TERRY MORAN: Good morning, Chris. Columbus, Ohio, one of the last, perhaps, front lines in this battle between Senators Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. And you spend a little time with the Barack Obama campaign, you can feel this is a candidate and a campaign deeply confident. They think they're on the verge of nailing this thing down and they're increasingly focusing on John McCain. Of course, Hillary Clinton isn't going anywhere yet. And Barack Obama still has a real struggle on his hands. After 11 wins in a row, these are good days for Barack Obama. You having fun?
SENATOR BARACK OBAMA: Of course, I'm having fun.
MORAN: And with polls showing Obama virtually tied with Hillary Clinton in Ohio and Texas, after being down by double digits just two weeks ago, this candidate smells victory. If you win Ohio and Texas on Tuesday, is that it? Is it over? Is it time for Hillary Clinton to get out?
OBAMA: Well, I think that will be up to Senator Clinton. But if we do well in Texas and Ohio, I think the math is such where it's going to be hard for her to win the nomination. And they'll have to make a decision about how much longer they want to pursue it.
MORAN: But Hillary Clinton is still coming after Obama with this ominous ad calling into question his readiness to be president in a crisis.
HILLARY CLINTON CAMPAIGN AD: It's 3:00am and your children are safe and asleep. Who do you want answering the phone?
MORAN: What do you think of that?
OBAMA: Well, I think she's got a little desperate towards, towards the end of this campaign and I think has been a lot more aggressive in her negative attacks. And as I pointed out, we've actually had a pretty significant moment in the last several years that called people judgment into question. And that was the war in Iraq. And she had a lot time to consider it and made the wrong call, just as Senator McCain did.
MORAN: What's the one thing in your life that you think prepares you best for that moment?
OBAMA: I'm not sure it's one thing. I think it is a matter of temperament. You know, one of the things that I've known about myself for a long time, and I think that most people who have gotten to know me come to realize is that in difficult or stressful moments, I don't get rattled. And I don't get rattled during campaigns.
MORAN: The Clinton campaign is also trying to rattle Obama by talking about Tony Rezko, Obama's longtime friend and fund-raiser who goes on trial for corruption this week. Obama bought his house at the same time Rezko's wife bought a piece of the same lot. And that's raised a lot of questions. The Clinton campaign has now called on you to release all of the material, the e-mails, the correspondents, surrounding the purchase of your home on Rezko's purchase of that lot. Will you do it?
OBAMA: Well, look, Terry, this is a story that has been going on for a year and a half. We have seen more than 200 articles written about it. And we in fact released an e-mail just recently from the seller of the home that confirmed that Mr. Rezko had nothing to do with the price that I got for my house. He got into trouble. That was completely unrelated to me. And the trouble that he's in right now is completely unrelated to anything that I have done.
MORAN: Will you release that material?
OBAMA: There isn't much material to release.
MORAN: E-mails, correspondence?
OBAMA: We have provided people with all of the information that's needed to make an assessment.
MORAN: Is that enough?
OBAMA: Terry, we have released all of the information. I don't know what information the Clinton campaign is referring to.
MORAN: I think the bottom-line question for voters on this issue might be, you call yourself a reformer?
OBAMA: Right.
MORAN: You talk about your judgment?
OBAMA: Right.
MORAN: And yet, how could you enter into this transaction with a long-term contributor who at that time was known to be under investigation for corruption? What does that say about your judgment?
OBAMA: Well, I think, understand, Terry, that this is a transaction that was completely above board. That was a standard real estate transaction. And there's-- I've already said that this was a mistake. And I've never made a claim that I've never made mistakes.
MORAN: Obama's real concern may not be Tony Rezko, but sustaining his remarkable run. The crowds, the enthusiasm, the hope. Enthusiasm is a transitory thing. Is it possible that it could evaporate? Are you concerned about that?
OBAMA: No, no.
MORAN: Do you see this almost rock star quality in the crowds?
OBAMA: This is what people have been saying for months. This is what people said when I first announced. They said, "Oh, you know, it's a flash in the pan. It will fade." I don't have a bunch of romantics here. I mean, there are a whole bunch of people in this crowd who have lost jobs, lost health care. They're not in it out of infatuation. They think this is now we're going to change the country and I think they're right.
MORAN: Confidence, it's never been in short supply on the Obama campaign. One final note, we asked Senator Obama about the portrayal of him on "Saturday Night Live" by Fred Armisen. He said it was fine. He said his wife thinks it shows he needs to smile more, because Armisen's is a very somber Obama. Chris?
- Scott Whitlock's blog
- Login to post comments


text:
As our population ages, the prevalence of pelvic floor dysfunction continues to rise. While many surgical procedures are advocated to correct various anatomic defects, nonsurgical interventions are also available to address these common disorders. A combination of medication, physical therapy, and bladder retraining techniques may be useful in optimizing patient treatment.
Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) refers to a broad range of structural and/or functional defects involving the pelvic organs, musculature, and connective tissue. Although the symptoms and underlying abnormalities are unique to each patient, PFDs can be broadly classifi ed into 5 categories: lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), defecatory dysfunction, pelvic pain disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, and sexual dysfunction.
This first article of a series will discuss the office evaluation and nonsurgical management of LUTS.
LUTS are categorized as either an inability to appropriately store urine or an inability to evacuate urine. Storage problems may result in frequency, urgency, or incontinence that are most commonly due to an uninhibited bladder contraction (urge urinary incontinence [UUI]), urethral sphincteric incontinence (stress incontinence [SUI]), or a combination of both (mixed incontinence [MUI]). Evacuation disorders result when the bladder loses its ability to eff ectively empty. This can result in partial or complete retention, urinary hesitancy, and significant straining to void.
Although practices may vary to some extent, clinical diagnosis of these disorders can usually be accomplished with a thorough history and physical exam, as well as some simple office studies. Ideally, all patients with LUTS should complete a bladder diary in order to elicit the nature of voiding patterns, which can then be collaborated with subjective complaints.
A thorough history of other medical issues or medications that may be contributing to the problem is also necessary. Validated questionnaires can be used to gauge the subjective severity of symptoms; they include, but are not limited to, the Incontinence Impact Questionnaire, the Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory, and the Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire.
back to top
Approximately 95% of neurologically intact females who complain of urinary incontinence will have either SUI, a detrusor compliance abnormality (ie, UUI), or a combination of both.
A simple office cystometrogram (CMG) may be used to characterize storage and evacuation disorders. Th e patient is asked to present to the offi ce with a subjectively full bladder, then void into a measured urine collection device (Texas hat). A postvoid residual is then obtained via catheter. The bladder is back-filled via catheter and 50-cc syringe, and the patient is instructed to inform the clinician of her first sense of bladder fullness and full bladder capacity (Figure 1).
The patient is then subjected to provocative measures, such as forced coughing both supine and standing, bouncing on the heels, and listening to running water, to elicit SUI or uninhibited bladder contractions. Although the sign of SUI can usually be objectively demonstrated in patients with an incompetent urethral sphincter, uninhibited bladder contractions are not always reproduced on simple or multichannel CMG. Strong urge to void may be elicited at lower bladder capacity for patients with complaints of urgency, and in some cases, an uninhibited bladder contraction may occur during filling. This is observed when the column of fluid in the syringe rises with the bladder contraction.
Although the absence of a detrusor contraction is not an indication that the patient does not have an overactive bladder (OAB), the inability to reproduce the sign of stress incontinence at maximum capacity with provocative maneuvers in the standing position usually excludes the presence of stress incontinence.
If a large prolapse is present, a reduction maneuver should be performed, with the goal of mimicking the outcome of a prolapse repair in order to determine if the patient has occult, or potential, stress incontinence. Reduction maneuvers can be accomplished with a bivalve speculum, a pessary, scopettes, or a form of vaginal packing. In summary, this simple "bedside CMG" can rule out high postvoid residual, estimate bladder capacity, diagnose the sign of SUI in most cases, and pick up some cases of detrusor overactivity.
Urodynamic SUI is defined as urinary leakage that coincides with an increase in intra-abdominal pressure (eg, sneeze, cough, or exercise) in the absence of a detrusor contraction. Because the most common intrinsic cause of SUI is an anatomic defect leading to hypermobility of the urethra, women seeking defi nitive treatment for SUI are often managed surgically via midurethral sling (either retropubic or transobturator approach). It is important, however, to recognize nonsurgical therapies for select patients.
Several lifestyle modifi cations can be employed to lessen SUI, UUI, and MUI symptoms. Healthy bladder habits such as minimizing bladder irritants, avoiding diuretics, and limiting oral fluid intake can improve both stress and urge incontinence symptoms.
Timed voiding techniques can also slowly improve bladder compliance and retrain the bladder to resist nonurgent voiding. This is accomplished by instructing the patient to time her voids over a certain interval and then expand that interval every week by 15 minutes. Limiting oral fluid intake during periods of the day when urgency and frequency are more bothersome is also an appropriate strategy for minimizing symptoms.
There are some marketed barrier devices for SUI (Figure 2). Several pessaries utilize an incontinence knob to minimize urethral hypermobility. Depending on the patient presentation, incontinence dishes and rings, with and without support, can be customized for the individual patient.1 If a patient does not desire to use a pessary, other simple barrier modifications such as a tampon in the vagina may also provide some symptomatic relief. Thyssen et al described 63 women with SUI who wore a simulated tampon device for 5 weeks: 30 (48%) were subjectively continent, and 22 (36%) reported an improvement in continence symptoms.2
OAB is defined as a syndrome of symptomatic urgency and frequency of urination (>8 voids per day and/or >3 voids at night) which may or may not be accompanied by episodes of incontinence due to uninhibited detrusor contractions (dry vs wet OAB). The prevalence of OAB increases with age and occurs in equal percentages of men and women in the population (~16%).3 Treatments for OAB favor medication such as antimuscarinics (Table), in addition to pelvic floor physical therapy (PT) and bladder retraining techniques.
Prior to initiation of antimuscarinics, other sources of increased urinary urgency should be ruled out, including pelvic masses, urinary tract infection, diuretic use, and polynocturia due to lower extremity edema.4 Primary nocturia must be distinguished from OAB, as frequent nighttime urination can be due to vascular insufficiency that leads to increased fluid mobilization while supine, which is treated with daytime diuretics, fluid restriction, and devices such as compression stockings. Voiding greater than 40% of the total 24-hour volume is an indicator that this may be the source of nocturia. Conversely, frequency at nighttime and low volume voids may be treated with behavioral modification, antimuscarinics, and also tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline or imipramine at night.
The mechanism of action of the medications in the Table is of antagonism at M2 and M3 receptor sites, which slows activation of the detrusor muscles. They are tertiary amine compounds, except for trospium chloride, which is a quaternary amine. Due to the lack of specifi city of these drugs to the M2 and M3 receptors, they are known to have anticholinergic side effects, as well as occasional cognitive side effects.5 Trospium chloride and tolterodine cross the bloodbrain barrier less than the other drugs. These medications have side effects such as dry mouth, dry eyes, urinary retention, and constipation. Studies show that 5% to 25% of patients discontinue OAB medication because of perceived severe side effects, the majority within the first 6 weeks of use.6
Medication dosing often requires titration to achieve a desired effect; however, the side effects of the higher dosage may be less tolerable. The severity and timing of the patient symptoms, as well as the half-life of the medication, will determine dosage and administration. If the initial drug chosen for treatment does not achieve the desired effect, other drugs within the class may relieve symptoms more effectively. The number of medications clinicians or patients are willing to attempt prior to abandoning medical therapy is variable; this decision should be made with the patient's preferences and goals in mind.
In addition to antimuscarinics, timed voiding, fluid restriction, and pelvic floor PT with or without electrical stimulation have been shown to have modest benefit in controlling OAB.7 Patients must be motivated to attend pelvic floor therapy sessions and continue therapeutic work at home in order to maximize benefit. Contrary to common patient and clinician perceptions, most insurance carriers will cover some or all of the cost.
Pelvic floor PT is designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and enhance levator ani maximum squeeze pressure. The micturition reflex relies on both contraction of the detrusor muscles and the relaxation of the external urethral sphincter and pelvic floor musculature. For some women, the ability to recognize the appropriate muscles during an increased abdominal pressure event or in response to a sudden urge episode can prevent urinary leakage or delay urge incontinence via increased warning time.
The ideal treatment goal is to achieve a strong pelvic floor contraction without using abdominal or accessory musculature for multiple repetitions. Delivering electrical stimulation to the pelvic floor via electromyography during each therapy session may further enhance muscle strengthening.8 Vaginal weights, available in a variety of sizes, can be added to this regimen to gauge improvement at home.9 A study by Arvonen et al demonstrated some benefit from use of vaginal weights with regard to decreased urinary leakage episodes when combined with routine PT techniques.10
At-home pelvic muscle trainers have also been marketed and may be an appropriate treatment for motivated patients, either after routine PT or in lieu of therapy. There have been several large studies in the literature investigating the role of PT in SUI. Pages et al found reduction in both SUI and UUI symptoms with 4 weeks of group and personal pelvic PT, as well as improvement with home continuation of exercises and behavioral modifi cations.11
Lastly, vaginal atrophy can be an insidious cause of onset of urinary urgency and irritative symptoms. Physical exam may show skin breakdown, thin vaginal tissue, and loss of rugae. In severe examples, agglutination of the labia and clitoral hood may also be present.
Local application of estrogen cream can sometimes help with irritative symptoms. Additional use of a medium vaginal dilator can also be utilized in order to reach the vaginal apex and to more evenly distribute the vaginal cream. The current recommendation for posthysterectomy is 1 to 2 g nightly for initiation and then spacing out over time. For women with an intact uterus, dose recommendations may vary, but in general less than 4 g per week should be utilized. This allows for 1 g every other night.
It is important to note that to date there have been no publications outlining a perfect regimen for estrogen cream. In addition, caution should be exercised in patients who are recommended to avoid estrogen, such as those with history of breast, ovarian, or endometrial cancer or clotting disorders.
Summarizing all the above conservative options, it must be recognized that some patients may benefit or desire conservative treatments for a variety of lower urinary tract complaints. In many situations, a combination of medication, PT, local estrogen therapy, and barrier devices may be used to optimize patient treatment regimens.
Voiding dysfunction is any abnormality of micturition with regard to flow and the ability to empty the bladder in a controlled fashion. This includes conditions such as hesitancy, postvoid dribbling, and partial and complete urinary retention. Anatomically, mass effect due to anything from tumor burden to prolapse can cause difficult evacuation and/or obstruction. Functionally, pelvic muscle dyssynergia can cause an inability of the pelvic musculature to relax in response to a detrusor contraction.
Nervous system abnormalities are also a potential cause for difficulty evacuating the bladder completely. Disorders that may cause nerve damage to the bladder include multiple sclerosis (MS), diabetes, trauma, and brain or spinal cord injury or infection, to name a few.12 In addition, although rare in women, outlet obstruction due to tumor burden or procidentia can cause urinary retention.
Clinically, urinary retention is suspected when the postvoid residual is greater than 100 mL. If a patient is suspected of having urinary retention, postvoid self-catheterization should be measured for several days to establish a voiding trend, in accompaniment with a bladder diary. A thorough neurologic exam and imaging to rule out mass effect might also be of use with the initial diagnosis.
Depending on the functionality of the bladder neurovasculature and urodynamics results, the detrusor muscle may have altered or diminished functionality. If the detrusor is intact, the patient should be advised to time voids and self-catheterize several times a day, recording residuals to monitor emptying ability. She should be monitored regularly for urinary tract infections and via pyelograms to detect vesical reflux, if there is suspicion of end organ compromise as a result of severe retention. Self-catheterization alone is often a viable option for those patients who have minimal detrusor function due to neurologic damage (eg, MS, diabetes). Most patients with MS will develop bladder dysfunction ranging from hyperactive detrusor response (>50%) to detrusor sphincter dyssynergia (>25%).13
It is important to note that although there is off -label use of certain pharmaceutical agents such as Flomax® (tamsulosin) and urecholine to increase bladder contractility in patients with retention, there are no clinical trials to our knowledge that support the use of these drugs specifically with regards to improved bladder contractility.
Lower urinary tract disorders can be viewed as a complex algorithm for multiple clinical options. Several key conservative management techniques may be used for all types of urinary incontinence with success. Therapies for voiding dysfunction tend to focus on conservative means as well. As in all facets of pelvic floor therapy, the goals and disease process should be treated on an individual basis and tailored to the patient.
This is the first of a two part article. Next month the focus is on the nonsurgical management of pelvic organ prolapse and bowel dysfunction.
Dr Evans reports no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this article. Dr Karram is on the speakers bureau for Astellas Pharma.
Janelle Evans, MD, is Urogynecology Fellow, The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, OH, and
Mickey Karram, MD, is Director of Urogynecology, The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, OH.


text:
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- University of Louisville football signee Sharieff Rhaheed-Muhammad has been arrested on a felony charge of lewd and lascivious behavior with a minor aged 12-16 in Fort Pierce, Fla.The arrest report says Rhaheed-Muhammad had sex with his 14-year-old cousin while she was visiting family in Fort Pierce last June. Tests performed on the fetus after the girl's abortion on Nov. 2 of last year say that the probability of his paternity is 99.999999832 percent.Rhaheed-Muhammad was a signing-day surprise for coach Bobby Petrino's staff, rated a four-star prospect by ESPN. A U of L spokesman on Tuesday said Petrino is aware of the situation, but had no further comment.Florida state law says that an individual cannot legally consent to sex while under the age of 16.Fort Pierce police say they initiated an investigation after a complaint from the girl's mother on Oct. 23 of last year. The girl told them in an interview that the two had sex during the visit while under a blanket at his house, and that "Sharieff did not force himself on her and that it just happened."She also alleged that the player had touched her inappropriately when she was 11 years old. The mother told police that her daughter said that Rhaheed-Muhammad first touched her in the summer of 2010 and attempted to have sex at that point, but did not when she complained.She also alleged inappropriate touching in May of 2013.Fort Pierce police say Rhaheed-Muhammad was released Tuesday from the St. Lucie Regional Juvenile Detention Center.Copyright 2014 WDRB News. All Rights Reserved.
624 W. Muhammad Ali BlvdLouisville, KY 40203


text:
Roast beef has always been a favorite dinnertime entrée. A flavorful roast beef is not difficult to cook, but there are a few important considerations to remember to ensure a good result. The following four points should be considered when you want to cook a delicious beef roast.
- The type of beef roast
- The size of the beef roast
- The beef roast cook times
- The roasting temperature
First, let's consider the type of beef cut to use for your roast. Since roasting is a dry heat cooking method, you should use beef cuts that are tender and well marbled. Tougher beef cuts with less marbling tend to dry out much more quickly (although when the proper steps are followed, excellent results can be achieved). A beef roast cut from the rib or loin section is often the best choice; for example, try a rib-eye roast if your goal is to serve a top quality roast with lots of flavor. The rib-eye roast refers to a rib roast in which the 6th through the 12th rib bones have been removed leaving just the rib-eye muscle. When the bones are not cut away from this roast, it is known as a standing rib roast. Both of these roasts are ones that you probably wouldn't cook with any frequency, because both are quite expensive, but the tenderness and flavor of the rib-eye roast and the standing rib roast are tough to beat.
Rib-eye Roast
Top Loin Roast
Also found in the short loin primal cut is the tenderloin, which is the inside muscle of the short loin. It is the most expensive cut of beef and can be roasted whole or it can be cut into tender, boneless steaks. The tenderloin roast is also known by the following names:
Both the top loin roast and the tenderloin roast are often cooked quickly at high heat, which seals in the juices. Both beef roasts are usually cooked to no more than medium doneness to ensure that the meat remains tender and moist.
Tenderloin Roast
Of course, the size of the beef roast is very important in determining the length of time required to cook the roast. It is often easiest to cook a roast using a predetermined length of cook time per pound. That way, you can cook any size beef roast by simply multiplying the cook time per pound by the number of pounds that the roast weighs.
The oven temperature used to cook a beef roast is usually set somewhere between 300 degrees and 450 degrees Fahrenheit. The recommended cooking temperature for your roast is usually determined by the type of beef cut that you plan to roast. Some beef roasts are best when slow roasted at lower temperatures, while other roasts are best when cooked quickly with high heat. There are even a few beef roasts, especially some of the tougher roasts from the round or chuck, that are best when cooked with high heat at the start (to sear the outside of the meat and seal in the juices) and then cooked at a lower temperature to finish the roast.
The cook time and temperature are not only determined by the type of beef roast but also by such considerations as the amount of marbling within the beef roast, the amount of outer fat covering the roast, and whether or not the roast is boneless. And, because there are a number of considerations that determine the proper cook time and temperature, a cooking times chart should be used only as a guideline and not as an absolute. The best method for determining the desired doneness of a beef roast is with the use of a reliable meat thermometer.
Oven-baked or Oven-roasted Beef
|Beef Roast
|Approximate Cooking Time (minutes per pound)
|Well Done
|Standing Rib
Roast (ribs 6-7
inches long)
|6-8 lbs.
|23-25 min.
|24-28 min.
|27-30 min.
|28-34 min
|32-35 min
|Rib Roast (chine
bone removed)
|4-6 lbs.
|18-22 min.
|22-26 min.
|28-34 min.
|34-36 min.
|36-38 min.
|6-8 lbs.
|15-18 min.
|18-22 min.
|22-28 min.
|28-30 min.
|30-32 min.
|Rib-Eye Roast
|4-6 lbs.
|18-20 min.
|20-22 min.
|20-24 min.
|22-24 min.
|22-26 min.
|Rolled Rib Roast
|5-7 lbs.
|32 min.
|35 min.
|38 min.
|43 min.
|48 min.
|Top Loin Roast
|4-6 lbs.
|15-18 min.
|18-20 min.
|20-22 min.
|22-24 min.
|24-26 min.
|Whole Tenderloin
|4-5 lbs.
min. total
min. total
min. total
|Half Tenderloin
|2-3 lbs.
min. total
min. total
|Sirloin Tip Roast
|3 1/2-4 lbs.
|35 min.
|36 min.
|38 min.
|39 min.
|40 min.
|Rolled Rump
|4-6 lbs.
|25 min.
|26 min.
|28 min.
|29 min.
|30 min.
|Round Tip Roast
|3-4 lbs.
|28-30 min.
|30-35 min.
|38-45 min.
|45-48 min.
|48-50 min.
|6-8 lbs.
|16-18 min.
|18-20 min.
|23-25 min.
|25-28 min.
|28-30 min.
|Eye Round Roast
|2-3 lbs.
|35-38 min.
|35-45 min.
|45-53 min.
|45-60 min.
|55-68 min.
Note: Start with the Roast at refrigerated temperature. Remove the Roast from the oven when it reaches
Remember, use the roast cook times in this chart as a guide only. The oven temperatures and roast cook times listed here are accurate enough to provide you with good results; however, it is important to keep in mind that a number of variables can make a difference when using these guidelines to cook your roast. You must consider the differences in ovens, whether or not the roast is placed into the oven directly from the refrigerator, the use of an oven cooking bag, and even the altitude of where you live—all of these can change the cook times for a beef roast by a significant margin.
Note: See the article, "Beef Cooking Times," for additional cook times and temperatures for a variety of other beef roasts, steaks, and ground products.


text:
8 Tosadas
4 oz Shrimp Tinga (recipe below)
6 oz Suiza (Salsa Verde + Mexican Crema)
4 oz Chihuahua Cheese
4 T Chopped Cilantro
1 White Onion (chopped)
Crispy sweet potato threads
1. Lay flat one tostada on the plate
2. Add the shrimp tinga sauce and spread evenly
3. Ladle 1 oz of suiza sauce and cover with additional tostada
4. Cover the enchiladas with the remaining suiza sauce.
5. Top the enchiladas with cheese
6. Top the enchiladas with the diced onions
7. Then garnish with crispy sweet potato threads and scallion
8 oz White Cabbage, shredded, sauteed
8 oz Tinga base (recipe below)
8 oz shrimp, sauteed, chopped
1. Warm Oil in pan
2. Sauté shrimp I minute
3. Add and saute white cabbage for another minute
4. Add tinga sauce, bring to a boil and turn off, taste for seasoning.
Tinga Sauce – Make separate
• Roma Tomatoes (3 -4 diced)
• Chopped White Onion (1 small)
• 2 Garlic Cloves minced
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 Chipotle en adobo (comes in a can) pureed
1. Warm oil in pan
2. Add onion and cook until translucent
3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute
4. Add tomatoes, bay leaf and pureed chipotle
5. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes
6. Salt to taste
Phone: (952) 944-9999
Didn't find what you were looking for?
All content © Copyright 2000 - 2014 Fox Television Stations, Inc. and Worldnow. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy Policy | New Terms of Service What's new | Ad Choices


text:
By Material
By Shape & Style
Colorful lightweight wood for hours of knitting fun The knitter's Dreamz needle - colorfully light and smart too!
Marvelous Metal, Superior Quality, Incredibly Affordable. The finest and most
affordable metal needle on the market, engineered for affordable knitting
Cuboid shape, round point and light-weight equals hours of knitting pleasure
Naturally effortless knitting performance. Light in weight but strong in
performance. The natural knitting needle with the soft finish and durable wood
makes knitting a success
Designed by people who know and understand the art of crochet; Crafted by
skilled artisans.
A revolutionary product! Made from High-Tech carbon fiber with tips in nickel
plated brass- guaranteed to provide an unparalleled knitting experience
Made from the finest of Japanese Bamboo. 24K gold plated metal connectors gives
our needles a real "GOLD-EDGE".
Cuboid-shaped needles for the first time ever in shiny nickel-plated brass. With
a grip so convenient and a flawless feel and finish to match.
Visit Site: www.knitpro.eu