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PUBLISHED: 15 Mar 2012 00:05:00 | UPDATED: 15 Mar 2012 17:19:51PUBLISHED: 15 Mar 2012 PRINT EDITION: 15 Mar 2012Duncan Hughes
Online capability must be improved all the time...Gavin Slater speaking in Melbourne yesterday. Photo: Arsineh Houspian
National Australia Bank's technology tsar, Gavin Slater, has warned the bank's $1 billion technology overhaul would continue to need upgrading to remain competitive.
Mr Slater, who was speaking at a Trans-Tasman Business Circle lunch in Melbourne yesterday, said the final phase of the overhaul involved the replacement of more than 100 legacy systems, some more than 40 years old, with about 10.
"It has been like converting a 747 to an A380 at 30,0000 feet," Mr Slater said, referencing Boeing's established jets and Airbus's new superjumbos. "Some components are able to be built on the ground while others need to be delivered while still being open for business."
But the digital banking environment was so dynamic that it was hard to predict when, or if, the project would be finished and whether any of the big four banks were ahead of the rest, he said.
Some analysts dispute this, identifying Commonwealth Bank of Australia as the front-runner.
Mr Slater also said the senior management team, which included chief executive Cameron Clyne and personal banking chief Lisa Grey, had debated whether some of their traditional markets were vulnerable to the launch of banking products by digital giants such as Apple and Google.
NAB's internet banking brand, UBank, was highlighted as an example of the opportunities the new technology creates: UBank clients can open their own account with no help from staff in less than five minutes.
UBank has more than 200,000 account holders and $10 billion in deposits. It recently expanded into mortgages and plans to add a transaction account with debit card facility. "In our last financial year, we saw more than 200 million visits to nab.com.au and internet banking, up from 174 million the year before," Mr Slater said. "This kind of growth demands that we constantly work to improve our online capability."
The iPhone and iPad are accelerating the trend, with about one in three NAB internet log-ins now completed on a mobile device, making it the bank's fastest growing channel.
NAB, Westpac and Commonwealth Bank are estimated to be spending about $4 billion on new systems intended to give them a strategic and long-term advantage over rivals.
"It is very difficult to predict a winner," Mr Slater said. "So much of this is a work in progress."
But the scale of the overhauls has also contributed to high-profile outages that temporarily left customers without ATM, internet, telephone and EFTPOS banking access.
It has also increased all banks' exposure to sophisticated, global crime syndicates. "Our industry is under constant attack," he said.
NAB's NextGen second phase, which involves building a new technology platform, is being rolled into a third phase which will make use of new technologies to simplify and streamline policies, procedures and processes.
It will involve replacing more than 100 legacy systems with 10 applications and migrating the bank to a new general ledger.
Internet banking services will increase tenfold to more than 100 while improved systems will enable faster processing, with the time taken to process a simple loan reduced from two hours to "just minutes", he said.
"It might be tempting for some to scale back on these investments," Mr Slater said. "But exponential growth in payments and online volumes are unlikely to abate in the forseeable future, so we need to stay committed to this type of investment."
NAB was the first bank to pull out of the $225 million MAMBO (Me At My Bank Online) secure real-time payments project, which the big four were developing together but has since been scrapped due to lack of support. NAB said MAMBO was plagued by delays and was too expensive to warrant the investment.
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Emily Bosch of Lincoln was named to the President's Honor Roll for the 2012 fall semester at Bismarck State College.
She received her Associate's in Applied Science for Management Degree. She is now attending the University of Mary, Bismarck, pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Business, with concentration in management and human resources.
Employed with Capital Credit Union, she is the head teller for the main office in Bismarck.
Emily is the daughter of Leon and Therese Beitelspacher of Linton. Her husband is Eric Bosch. Her grandparents are Neil and Lyla Beitelspacher and Dallas Sathren, all of Linton, and the late Helen Sathren.
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Kent Money- State Of Emergency Feat. Big Hit (Prod. By Hit-Boy & Haze Banga)
I have to be honest, I've haven't been paying too much attention to the many members within Hit-Boy's HS87 crew, however Kent Money now has my attention locked in with his "State Of Emergency" leak from last week. The frantically fast-paced cut sounds as though it's something from "Flight of the Bumblebee" and almost surprised me by its dopeness. Of course we have to thank Hit-Boy and frequent co-producer Haze Banga for these sounds, but Kent Money and Big Hit do their part to make it a track you'll want to have on repeat.
YG Hootie- Drive Me Crazy
YG Hootie released a stand-out record last year, "Two Presidents" featuring Kendrick Lamar, and since then we haven't heard a peep out of him. Finally this past week that changed, when he dropped off "Drive Me Crazy." In case we thought the quality of "Two Presidents" was a one off, Hootie proves that's not the case with the catchy "Drive Me Crazy." It's got a hook you can't help but to repeat, and over a beat that sounds like it got dipped in lean, Hootie spits about the things that annoy him.
Mick Jenkins- Realer Than Most Feat. Dally Auston, NoName Gypsy & Saba
This is some super dope music put together by the always reliable Closed Sessions out in Chicago. The famed studio got Mick Jenkins, Dally Auston, NoName Gypsy and Saba together to create a collaboration on just how real they are, and how others pale in comparison. Right off the bat, Mick drops off some too-real lyrics with "I keep it realer than most / this phrase is often used too loosely / Amongst these niggas putting pencils to this loose leaf / Making stencils of each other's shit." Yeeesh. As an astute commenter pointed out, the production does sound similarly to the Harry Fraud-produced "Birds On A Wire", probably containing the same sample.
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BrandUn DeShay remains as creative as ever with his latest cut, inventively titled "Chi-bUya" (pronounced shy-boo-yuh) which is a play on words using the city of Shibuya in Japan (known for being uber fashionable and trendsetting) as well as DeShay's own home of Chi-town. The result is a low-key record sprinkled with bass and closed hi-hats. It's a bit repetitive on the lyrics tip, but that also helps to get it permanently stuck in your head (which could be the point).
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Doug FergusonDecember 1996 |
Editor's note: Following are the installments from a three-part series which culminated November 30, 1996, one day before World AIDS Day.
I was 23 the day my world came crashing down around me. Like many young people I knew, I had begun to think that my world would be just fine without letting anyone else inside -- even my parents. It's not that I didn't care about other people, or even love them. I just didn't want to rely on them. Needing people was a sign of weakness to me. It was a weakness I thought I had overcome -- until that day.
The middle-aged nurse sat across from me in an overcrowded office. Inspirational posters littered the walls behind her with cute pictures and encouraging phrases. "Hang in there!" one of the posters yelled at me. A small kitten struggled to keep its balance above the words, one paw wrapped around a fence rail.
The nurse rifled through a thick notebook and made small talk. Every once and a while, I would grunt in response, but my attention was focused on the book. Long numbers crowded the pages from top to bottom. Each was followed by a single word. Over and over again, I watched the word "negative" flash by.
Finally, she arrived at the page. Running her finger down the list of numbers, she stopped about halfway through. She looked at the small card I had given her, and she looked at the page again. Her finger blocked the word I was waiting to see. But from the look on her face, I knew what it said.
"It's positive," she said.
Eventually, I would learn to joke about that word "positive." Even on my worst days, now, I can say that I have a "positive outlook." When someone asks me if I'm sure of something, I can answer that "I'm positive," and they still won't know the answer. But on that day in the summer of 1994, the word "positive" stopped me in my tracks. For the first time I could remember, Doug Ferguson didn't know what to say.
"Wow," I said. Profound, huh?
Watching me closely, the nurse began reciting a litany of information intended to convince me that all was not lost. She spoke of new medications and the need for prompt treatment. She encouraged me to get tested again in case a mistake had been made. She gave me the phone numbers of local support groups and said that it would help to talk things through. I really didn't hear much of what she said.
I gave the nurse a weak smile as I stood to leave. Still wearing my suit from work, I got on my bike and pedaled the short distance to my apartment. I must have been quite a sight as I wove through the streets of Provincetown -- an oversized guy talking to himself and fighting back tears. It was on that ride to my apartment that I realized how alone I was in that town. My parents were more than 1,000 miles away.
Before I received my test results, I had been fighting off what I thought was the flu. The lymph nodes in my neck had swollen to the size of golf balls, and my fever reached 102. But my illness took on a whole new meaning after I learned I was HIV positive. I convinced myself that -- despite the nurse's assurances to the contrary -- I already was suffering from the onset of AIDS. And although my roommate did his best to comfort me, he had trouble penetrating the wall I had built around myself. It was a wall that would come tumbling down over the next several months.
Even though the physical manifestations of HIV I was experiencing soon went away, the emotional side effects were only beginning to take hold, and it became difficult for me to deny my need for other people. Although I have met some folks who are able to bear the burden of HIV without leaning on their friends and family for support, I wasn't to be one of those folks. Whether you call it a weakness or human nature, I always have felt the need to lessen my burden by sharing it with others. And as the summer of 1994 drew to a close, I began to dismantle the protections I had taken years to construct.
Before that summer was over, I began to open up in ways I had refused to in the past. I'm sure I told some of my friends much more than they ever wanted to hear, but I always felt better for the telling. My "weakness" definitely was returning, but for some strange reason, I felt much stronger with it back. Was it possible that needing other people wasn't such a bad thing after all?
Perhaps. But even as I tore at the walls that surrounded me, I tried not to recognize the one need that remained unfulfilled. Although I thought of my parents countless times that summer . . . although I picked up the phone more than once, needing the reassurance and comfort that only a mother could give . . . I fought the urge to share my burden with the people I loved the most. That, my friend, would come another day.
If there was a good place to find out about my HIV status, Provincetown, Massachusetts was it. Although the tourism office likes to tout Provincetown as a Portuguese fishing village and as the first landing site of the Pilgrims (that's right . . . it wasn't Plymouth Rock), the town is now a haven for artists and other creative types. And -- as is so often the case -- where the artists go, the gay folk soon follow. Or am I being redundant?
Like a Key West of the North, Provincetown is now no more a Portuguese fishing village than is Las Vegas. It's a thriving gay resort, a small town where it is acceptable for gay couples to walk hand-in-hand down Commercial Street. Although most of you may take holding hands in public for granted, for us gay folk, it's the most liberating feeling in the world. That's what makes Provincetown unique -- it's more wide open than the Castro.
But like the inner cities, where gay folk form mini ghettoes to find strength and safety in numbers, Provincetown has been hit hard by the AIDS virus. Even before I found out about my HIV status, I had watched friends die in that little town. I also knew of several HIV positive folks living there, including my roommate. So, when I found out I was HIV positive, there was a natural support system already in place. That's why I dreaded going back to Chapel Hill.
For three months, I had lived in the gay version of Disney World. But once August rolled around, it was time for me to return to Helms country -- the gay version of Hell. Don't get me wrong, Chapel Hill isn't like the rest of state. There is a tight-knit gay community here, and I knew that once I returned, I wouldn't face my struggle alone. But Chapel Hill is no Provincetown, and I secretly wondered how I would hold up without the expansive support system I had grown accustomed to in that little gay resort.
Times were tough when I returned. I suffered in relative silence for several months, sharing the news about my HIV status with only one or two people. And even though they tried to be understanding, even my gay friends down here didn't know how to treat the information. Most folks who die from AIDS in the South do so quietly. Too often, they slip away in silent shame, so that even the gay community doesn't know where they've gone. Their obituaries share in the subterfuge: "He passed away after struggling with cancer . . . pneumonia . . . a long illness." For most of my friends, I was the first person they knew with HIV.
As my spirits fell, so did my grades. Law school is a very competitive environment, where any form of weakness can result in a quick decline. And as the semester drew to a close, it became more and more difficult for me to escape confronting the virus that consumed me. The first exam I took that December was in Trusts & Estates. The first question on the exam dealt with a gay man's inheritance difficulties after his life partner died from AIDS. I stared at the question for what must have been an hour before I struggled through it and the rest of the exam. It was the lowest grade I have ever received.
I went home for Christmas determined to keep a smile on my face. I had yet to tell my family about my status, and I wanted this to be our last holiday together without the pall of HIV hanging over our heads. But as we sat together, holding candles at a Christmas Eve service, I wasn't able to sing the words of "Silent Night" with the rest of the congregation. I knew that my trembling voice would have betrayed the fact that something was wrong. And the next day, as we tore open presents in the front of the fire, I made sure my parents got at least a few pictures of me. I didn't know how many more Christmases we would have together.
I had wanted to be strong for my parents when I told them. I knew they would need a shoulder to cry on, and I wanted mine to be steady. I also wanted them to know that I was doing all I could to fight the virus, seeing a doctor regularly and taking care of myself. So I had waited for six months before I felt the time was right. I knew that once I returned to Chapel Hill, I would be entering the hospital for two weeks to begin an experimental drug treatment program -- and I knew it would be too difficult to conceal this from my family. After spending two hours with my minister, struggling to determine the best way to tell my parents that they might very well outlive me, I laid the groundwork for the next day.
When my parents left for choir practice the next day, I built a fire in the den and bought a bottle of wine. Sitting there with a friend, I agonized over what was about to occur. At my church -- half-way across town -- my parents were sitting in a room with my minister, learning that their son had HIV. I had decided with my minister that, although I couldn't deliver the punch, I could be there to pick up the pieces. I couldn't watch their faces as they first learned about my condition, but I could be there to hug them after they got home.
I sent my friend away and waited downstairs for the first sounds of my parents arrival. The front door opened and closed, and soft footsteps fell upon the stairs. At the first sight of them, the strength I thought I had quickly left me, and I rushed for the embrace of my mother's arms. We had a lot of healing to do.
The drive back from Charlotte following Christmas break was a grueling one. After spending a long night with my parents -- talking and crying together -- I felt drained and empty as the interstate signs flashed by outside.
Once again, I was headed toward Chapel Hill and an uncertain future. But instead of attending the first few days of classes with my friends, I was scheduled to check into a private clinic for two weeks. Once there, I would become a guinea pig -- one of around 20 participants in a trial designed to test an experimental drug.
I'll never forget the feeling I had as I pulled up in front of what looked like any other office building near the airport. Lugging two weeks of clothing in my bag, my heart raced as I entered the sterile environment of the clinic. I looked around at the other people who were gathered in a cluttered room that would serve as a makeshift lounge. Although most of the patients were older than me, their eyes betrayed the same feelings of nervousness and anticipation that I was experiencing. These people would become my neighbors -- and my family -- for the next 14 days.
After undergoing a series of blood tests and having my bags searched for drugs or alcohol that could distort the study's findings, I was ushered into the sleeping quarters of the clinic. Although I had expected to stay in a semi-private room, what I found were several sets of bunk beds that were stacked in cramped rows. I resisted the urge to turn around and leave that ugly place, which looked more like a prison facility than any hospital I had ever seen. What had I gotten myself into?
For the first time since I learned that I was HIV positive, I began to feel like I was truly sick. A blue tag around my wrist identified me as CDF #708. A nurse told me to get used to my number -- it would be used, instead of my name, to keep track of my vital statistics as the medical trial progressed.
I felt less and less like a human being as the days dragged by. We were awakened at strange hours of the night to be poked and prodded. Vial after vial was filled with our blood. Our wake-up call came long before the sun arose, and we competed for the first showers, which were the only ones that had hot water.
The worst part by far came at meal time. Breakfast and dinner were timed meals. We were called by number and told when to start and finish eating. Our plates were checked to make sure we had finished everything, since our medication was supposed to be taken with food -- if you could call it that. Our meals were followed by a dose of the worst tasting substance I had ever swallowed.
The medicine didn't have a name, but was called ABT-538. It was a golden liquid that was part of a line of promising new medications known as protease inhibitors. But despite the fact that the medicine might prolong my life, it was tough to keep swallowing the stuff that tasted like petroleum with cherry flavoring. Its side effects included fatigue and stomach problems which, in and of themselves, would have been enough reason for me to give up and go home. Perhaps the only thing that kept me going was the company of the other people in the study. We all were in this together.
It took me awhile to feel comfortable with the people who surrounded me. Most of them had been positive for several years, and many had stopped working to go on disability. I felt different from them. I was younger, and I had no intentions of letting the virus keep me from completing law school and achieving my goals. But at the same time, although we came from different backgrounds and had different ways of dealing with our illness, there was no escaping the fact that we all had the same virus. That -- and the fact that we were stuck together for two weeks -- slowly brought us all together.
Every time I take the medicine now -- almost one year after I left that clinic -- I remember the look on Tommy's face when he was forced to swallow the stuff. Tommy and his partner, Dale, were both from the country and spoke with heavy Southern drawls. Tommy became particularly animated when vials of that thick golden liquid were wheeled into the lounge.
There was also Gwen, an African-American teacher from Charlotte who had left behind several young children to grasp at the hope of this new medication. And Ron, who lived only a few weeks after our confinement period ended. The first signs of pneumonia were already surfacing on the day we all left. Ron had said that his main hope from the medication was that he would help other people down the road who might benefit from the information the study would reveal. God bless you, Ron.
And then there was Bobby -- a hippyish man from Wilmington who believed in the healing power of nature. He's the one who convinced us all to sit in a circle every day to share our hopes and our concerns. I guess Bobby is the one who really brought us all together.
It's amazing to me that so many different people -- gay and straight, black and white, men and women -- were able to find friendship under such stressful conditions. But it did happen. After the two weeks had passed, I discovered that I wasn't so different from these people, after all. Although I was often miserable in those two weeks, the experience is one that I will cherish for the rest of my life.
In writing this column, I have tried to talk about experiences and emotions that many of you may have had at least one point in your lives. You may not relate to everything I say, and you may question me or even blame for my illness, but if you have found one thing that has made you understand me and relate to me and others suffering with HIV or AIDS, then I feel I have begun to accomplish my goals in writing to you every week.
There is no denying our differences and the many walls that divide us. But there is also no denying that AIDS doesn't care who we are, what we look like, or who we love. It's an equal opportunity disease, and I hope that -- by sharing my experiences with HIV -- I have begun to open your eyes to this fact. Maybe if you see some of yourself in me, you also will understand that HIV threatens you and the people you love the most.
Remember . . . I used to think I was different, too. I used to think that, although I had seen friends die from AIDS, it was something I never would have to face. Now, I'm suffering the consequences. I'm not so different, after all. I'm not invulnerable. Are you?


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Soraka - Needs a model and art re-work... and more skins. Omen - You guys should take another crack at making this champion work. Buffs/Tweaks/Reworks - You guys definitely need to spend more time reviewing the older and less played or less successful champions. With a tweak / buff / rework (whichever is appropriate, and mindful of the current meta) + a cool new skin, these champs could become both viable and popular again. At least more than they are now. P.S. Need more support champs!
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Agnostics claim to have no belief in any religion. Most Agnostics have a viewpoint similar to Atheists, but they just don't realize it. A typical agnostic would say something like this. "I believe it is impossible to know" but agnostics claim no beliefs on the matter. As soon as an agnostic claims to believe something; they are no longer agnostic. I have seen a pattern form in how people come to decisions on the matter of Religions, Agnosticism, and Atheism.
You begin with a Christian, or Catholic, or baptist, etc... they begin to question their belief, and whether the people that they surround themselves with encourage them to either keep their faith, or turn on their belief, plays a huge role. (this is typically subconsciously done through body language and ways that the human mind interacts with another, and by "surrounding yourself with people", I am saying your choice of friends)
So if you are surrounded by fellow believers, you will most likely claim your faith was being tested by your deity, and you now know that you are stronger in your faith, and if you surround yourself with people whom have a strong belief against religion, you will most likely stray away from the path of your deity, and become Agnostic.
Now here is where it gets fun.
After you become Agnostic you are OPEN to ALL the different things BOTH sides are saying. You are able to see what is going on, and separate the evidence, and the lies. You become aware of who is lying and who has actual grounds for an argument. You will make one other choice at this point. You will become Atheist, or you will remain Agnostic and not wish to be involved at all, or you will slowly revert back to your faith in your chosen deity, or even perhaps a new one.
Religions are not bad. they promote good actions and nice people. Religion doesn't make bad people. People make bad religions.
And something that has my "nickers in a bunch" is how many claim Agnostic and Atheist to be their RELIGION. Agnosticism and Atheism are NOT Religions. Atheism is a belief that is set aside from Religion, and Agnosticism is having no belief.
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But I do wish to share a fun fact that I recently (about a week ago) found:
There was recently a discovery in Antarctica of a meteorite with the buildings blocks of human DNA inside of it. This now suggests that humans are not even of the planet earth. So this also proves creationism to be 100% invalid. Not to say a higher power couldn't possibly exist, but to say that the gods and deities portrayed in religions aren't 100% factual.
I don't actually want to get all controversial-like again, but... I'd say that Atheism is the belief that deities do not exist... and could possibly be counted as a religion, depending on how you define religion. Kind of like how black and white can be considered colors depending on how you define a color.
As to the DNA in the meteorite - You said 'human DNA,' so... what does this mean? That humans are part alien but other species are pure Earthling? That the DNA in the meteorite was not so much human specifically but just Earthling DNA of some sort? That the sample was contaminated by a human?
But I have sort of wondered before whether maybe primitive life just hitched a ride here on a meteorite from another planet, or was even seeded by people somewhere. I expect that some of us might try seeding a planet with bacteria if we found an uninhabited planet where we thought they might survive.
People are defined by their beliefs, not their non-beliefs, typically. Atheism is only mentioned in relation to people who believe, otherwise it needn't come up. There is no need for Atheists to meet, form committees, etc.
Similarly, you will find lots of groups organized around people who enjoy knitting, thai food, pizza, vegan restaurants, etc. You won't find groups that gather who specifically hate knitting, don't eat thai food, are allergic to pizza, and don't believe in veganism.
So, there is no community of non-belief required. The spaghetti monster is cool like that.
"Why be given a body if you have to keep it locked up in a case like a rare, rare fiddle?" - Katherine Mansfield
I would love to join an anti-vegan group....
But the point I was trying to make is that Atheists do have a defining belief, in the nonexistence of God. That's a little different than just not believing in the existence of God.
I'm still not buying non-belief as a belief system. It only seems like a belief system due to the hordes of people who have assumed a contrary adherent fiction.
It gives too much credit to God to define oneself by belief in its non-existence. I also don't believe in Tyler Durden, Huckleberry Finn, or Howard Roark, all of which have had more of an impact on me than God.
"Why be given a body if you have to keep it locked up in a case like a rare, rare fiddle?" - Katherine Mansfield
Religion: the belief in a god, deity, or higher power.
atheists believe religion is completely false. Therefore just because they have a belief, doesn't mean their belief is a religion.
and the meteorite contained HUMAN DNA this has nothing to say about the rest of life on earth. just humans. and it LEADS towards humans coming from outer space not the earth and not a god. and as far as evolution is concerned the evolutionary timeline places cavemen before monkeys so whomever is telling people we came from monkeys and evolution is proof. they are VERY wrong lol
and there is always a possibility of human mistakes and scientific procedure is in effect and its something all respectfull scientific experts use when doing any research. so the chances are very slim.
It contains the "building blocks" of human DNA, not Human DNA directly. So, while still interesting and newsworthy, those are two majorly different things. Hard to contextualize the importance of that finding without more research, I'd imagine.
"Why be given a body if you have to keep it locked up in a case like a rare, rare fiddle?" - Katherine Mansfield
you are very correct. there is a massive amount of research that needs to be done. but Human DNA cannot be created without those building blocks and those building blocks are not of this earth. so yes there is a lot of research they need to do. so who knows where it will lead.
for the meteorite - contamination?
it was, after all, manipulated by humans and man-made machines...
there is always a possibility of human mistakes and scientific procedure is in effect so that DOESN'T happen, and its something all respectfull scientific experts use when doing any research. so the chances are very slim.
I was Atheist.
Now, I'm kinda 2 things.
I am an atheist, because as of now, there aren't any deities I believe in.
But more importantly, I'm a Religious Independent. What I don't like is organized religion. I'm open to the possibility of a God, and someday I may come up with my idea of one, but I don't think anyone can really know the answer to the question of if there is a God.
The evidence would point to that there isn't... But as I said, I can't know, and I'm open to the possibility.
But, one thing I pretty well can know is that if there is a God, I pretty damn sure it's not the one of the Bible, and I think it's a terrible thing that they preach and try to get others to believe the exact same thing that they do.
Sounds like two definitions of atheist. Atheist isn't saying there isn't or can't be a God, just that there is no evidence to make such a statement yet.
"Why be given a body if you have to keep it locked up in a case like a rare, rare fiddle?" - Katherine Mansfield
its basically the same thing. if there is no evidence then there is no god. atheism is based mostly on science and science changes its views based on whats observed. so if science observes no evidence of a god.......then there isnt one. but if science were to find such evidence .....then atheists would believe there is one.
there is a massive, massive, massive similarity between the DNA structure of humans and apes, like 98% similarity for chimpanzees. if human DNA was not earth based, what would be the reason for this huge similarity in the DNA structure if human DNA was not based on the same planet as other speices?
on a unrelated subject, yes, if science somehow proved god existed, i would belive one existed. but that would also destroy religion as we know it, sicne religion is based around faith, and so if you knew for a fact a god existed, you wouldnt have faith, you would have only intelligencia as your reason for acknowledging a god.
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Great at preventing and treating common or acute ankle injuries!
The DonJoy RocketSoc is a durable and supportive soft ankle brace used to treat and prevent common or acute ankle injuries. Through the unique patented strapping system the ankle is secured into a natural position, which prevents lateral ankle sprains without restricting range of motion.
What makes the RocketSoc ankle brace unique is the easy to adjust peroneal forefoot (sides of the forefoot) and calcaneal heel lock straps which provides unrivaled support to the ankle ligaments that are most commonly sprained - the anterior talofibular, calcaneofibular and posterior talofibular ligaments.
DonJoy RocketSoc ankle brace are used to treat or prevent the following injuries:
- Acute ankle injuries
- Chronic instability of the ankle
Product Features…and the benefits you'll experience!
- Patented Strapping System
The straps lock the ankle in place to provide maximum support to the ankle ligaments that are most commonly sprained. - Complete Range-of-Motion
You'll maintain complete range of motion while controlling abnormal plantar flexion and inversion. - Low Profile Design
Lightweight, low profile design eliminates that bulky feeling when worn with a shoe.
The RocketSoc is available in 3 styles:
Lace Up
- Lace up design allows contouring fit
- Low profile lightweight Nylon construction
- Fewest straps of all RocketSoc models
Wraparound – Neoprene
- Wraparound style
- Neoprene fabric for even compression and warmth
- Optional inferior buttress for swelling
Wraparound – Drytex
- Wraparound style
- Drytex is a breathable, neoprene alternative that keeps ankle cool and dry
- Optional inferior buttress for swelling
Sizing and Measurements
Click on the Size Chart tab above to learn how to measure your foot to determine what brace size you need.
Shop our complete selection of ankle braces or browse additional DonJoy products.
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DonJoy RocketSoc Ankle Support Brace reviews
Questions on DonJoy RocketSoc Ankle Support Brace
- From Ryan at 1/19/2015 7:00 AM
- I was diagnosed with a grade III sprain of my left ankle this is accompanied with nerve damage on the medial side.
Im looking for a brace that severely limits the chance of inversion and dorsi flexion - Ryan
If you want to restrict dorsi flexion then you will need to immobilize the ankle completely. No ankle brace will restrict that motion so I would suggest a walking boot. http://www.betterbraces.com/aircast-fp-walking-brace The Don Joy Velocity ankle bracee is our most supportive ankle brace and it will provide the most support for inversion/eversion http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-velocity-ankle-brace
- I was diagnosed with a grade III sprain of my left ankle this is accompanied with nerve damage on the medial side.
- From Mark at 10/21/2014 9:50 PM
- I am experiencing pain during plantar flexion (pushing my toes pointing downward). I want to get back to playing soccer, but kicking the ball during plantar flexion can aggravate this pain. I don't have any trouble with rolling my ankle. Is this a good brace for this? Which of the 3 styles (lace-up, drytex, neoprene) would be the best?
Thanks! - Thank you for your question. The DonJoy RocketSoc Ankle Support Brace will help to stabilize your ankle. It may help to prevent your ankle from going into such an extreme plantar flexion and give support when in plantar flexion. The Neoprene may be too warm and thick for your activities. The Drytex is a more breathable material and simple to put on. The Lace-Up is a nylon material. You can also look at the DonJoy Stabilizing Speed PRO for a more streamline option. If you have additional questions please feel free to contact product support at 888-405-3251.
- I am experiencing pain during plantar flexion (pushing my toes pointing downward). I want to get back to playing soccer, but kicking the ball during plantar flexion can aggravate this pain. I don't have any trouble with rolling my ankle. Is this a good brace for this? Which of the 3 styles (lace-up, drytex, neoprene) would be the best?
- From Ashley at 10/17/2014 7:39 AM
- I am having left ankle pain and instability. It's wearing out trying to compensate for my long term right ankle injury (I was warned that this might happen). I'm looking for a brace to wear daily that will help it not to roll, as it has started to do. I have started walking again recently and am looking for a brace to support it so the problem doesn't progress. Any recommendations? Thanks!
- Ashley
Either the rocketsoc or the Don Joy Stabilizing Pro ankle braces will provide stabilization for you when walking. http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-stabilizing-pro-ankle-brace
- From EN at 10/13/2014 1:44 PM
- I have a chronic ankle injury on both my ankles. I am looking for the best support, low profile and non intrusive brace I can find for soccer.
Thanks. - Take a look at the DonJoy Stabilizing Pro ankle brace: http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-stabilizing-pro-ankle-brace The brace is a lace-up ankle brace with two figure of eight straps to most feel like ankle tape. The advantage to haveing the brace over tape is that the brace will not loosen up after 20 minutes. The brace will fit into any cleat or shoes
- I have a chronic ankle injury on both my ankles. I am looking for the best support, low profile and non intrusive brace I can find for soccer.
- From Dan at 9/16/2014 4:17 AM
- Hi
I have big problems with my ankles. I love playing football but everytime i have football boots on i roll my ankle which can cause much pain. My ankles have been weak for many years and i need a support i can use with my football boots which provides max support. I am currently just coming back from being 12 weeks out from an ankle injury. Thanks for your help and advice in advance. I currently use ultimate performance supports but i still roll my ankle with them on. - Thank you for your question. The RocketSoc is a great choice you can also look at the DonJoy Stabilizing Seep PRO as an option.
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- From Laurie at 8/7/2014 4:11 AM
- My son broke his fibula this past season at wrestling. He is very athletic....He has to wear support for sports ..... He plays football, trying to figure out which is the best brace to purchase. the brace is worn and he says it isnt enough support.
- There are a couple of other braces that could offer more support for him while wrestlying. The DonJoy Stabilizing Pro ankle brace is a lace-up anle brace with two figure eight straps, the brace is similar to getting the ankle taped without the brace loosening after 30 minutes. It is low profile enough to fit into his wrestling shoes. Even though these braces are great braces, nothing is going to be perfect for a wrestler due to the strains his body goes through. http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-stabilizing-pro-ankle-brace
- From Kasey at 7/8/2014 5:57 AM
- Hi!
I asked a question on the Rocketsoc ankle brace... you said it goes by shoe size.. unfortunately mine did not fit. I ordered one from you guys through Ebay, and it was a size small because my shoe size is a womens 8 - 9. Well my calves are 17 inches around, and the brace will not close on my leg. Is there an extension strap I can get or if I get a larger size will that work? I sent an email through ebay per my order but have yet to hear back. I need to return this unless there is an extender I can use. I really want the brace but as it is, it will not fit. Thanks! - Kasey
There is no extension for the Rocketsoc ankle brace, a bigger size may not work since the brace size is based on shoe size not calf circumference. Possibly a different brace such as our lace-up brace the DonJoy Stabilizing Pro will work for you. The size is based on the circumference of your ankle instead of shoe size. http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-stabilizing-pro-ankle-brace
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- From Jani Lou at 7/2/2014 5:59 AM
- I have a torn posterior tibial tendon, I also wear arch supports. Can I wear my arch supports with the Rocket soc, or would you suggest another brace? My ankles have always been weak. Thank you!
- Yes you can wear both the ankle brace and arch supports
- From Kasey at 6/11/2014 11:18 AM
- Hello! I had ankle surgery (left foot) in 2010 for a torn (surgeon said "shredded") tendon. The Peroneus Brevis Tendon. My left leg is 1 1/2 inches shorter than my right so walking that way forever made the tendon tear. I have the Don Joy Stabilizing Ankle Brace and have worn it off and on since then. Its getting old and worn, but its the lace up, and I have chubby legs, and fibromyalgia, so the laces and the top of the brace hurt my leg. I was looking at the Rocketsoc. Do you think that would work and what size? I feel the brace I have now which is a medium is too small. Maybe its just the laces that don't fit my fat leg! I can't move my ankle outward (like if it were to roll outward) so I use the brace to stabilize and to keep the pain away. I like the looks of the Rocketsoc...Thanks!
- Kasey
The Rocketsoc is a good alternative to the Stabilizing ankle Brace you have. You can get it without laces so that should help with the discomfort you were feeling but it will still give you ankle support. The sizing for the Rocketsoc is by shoe size.
- From Stephen at 6/8/2014 2:32 PM
- The peroneus brevus tendon & the peroneus longus tendon in my right ankle both have tears. Trying to avoid surgery that would include a calcaneal osteotomy (heel shift or slide to correct varus heel and stress on tendons). I am currently getting my ankle taped to hold right foot in more pronated position than supination. Will the RocketSoc ankle support accomplish the same goal as taping? What brace would be best for my condition? I need to have my right heel strike while walking to be more on the inside of the heel than the current outside of the heel.
- Stephen
The DonJoy Stabilizing Pro Ankle Brace is going to give you better control of getting the foot into a everted position. The brace is more like a tape job than the Rocket soc. It has the two figure of eight straps that can be adjusted to pull your calcaneaous in an everted position taking stress of the peroneus tendons http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-stabilizing-pro-ankle-brace
- From Valerie at 4/13/2014 5:43 PM
- I've been diagnosed with Posterior Tibial Tendonitis Stage II (ruptured tendon). I'm wearing orthotics and wonder if this brace would be better? I'm planning on surgery later in the year.
- Valerie
The best ankle brace for that diagnosis is the Aircast PTTD Ankle Brace http://www.betterbraces.com/aircast-airlift-pttd-brace this brace will give great ankle support and also hasa air bladder under the arch that can be inflated to lift that up and take pressure off of the Posterior Tibial Tendon.
- From JP at 4/9/2014 2:47 PM
- In the past I have sprained my right ankle (spraining the lateral ligament mostly) too many times to count, to the point where I now have a little ankle instability and my right foot turns out substantially. It was beginning to cause me to have hip pain before I went to P.T. and they got me to stop trying to artificially turn my foot in when I walk and restrengthen my right glute.
I wanted to start playing basketball again and wanted to get the RocketSoc, and I have narrow, 9 1/2 feet, so I was going to get a medium size, and I was going to get the lace-up over the drytex. Is that the best choice for me? I am open to other suggestions, but I don't have any active trauma to my ankle (haven't sprained it in years) so I figured I didn't need a completely rigid brace like the Velocity. - JP
The medium is the right size for you. The lace-up may provide more stability. another option is the DonJoy Stabilizing Pro Ankle Brace: http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-stabilizing-pro-ankle-brace The brace is a lace-up brace but with two figure-eight straps similar to a ankle tape job.
- In the past I have sprained my right ankle (spraining the lateral ligament mostly) too many times to count, to the point where I now have a little ankle instability and my right foot turns out substantially. It was beginning to cause me to have hip pain before I went to P.T. and they got me to stop trying to artificially turn my foot in when I walk and restrengthen my right glute.
- From CrystaL at 4/8/2014 10:45 AM
- I have a neurological disease that affects the muscles of my extremities, particularly my lower extremities. As a result, I am constantly rolling and twisting my ankles, and spraining my left ankle. My physical therapist has recommended the DonJoy RocketSoc Ankle Support Brace, but after looking through some of the questions on your site I am wondering if there is a better one out there for me? I am a moderately active person and have four different 5K races/obstacle courses coming up and need the support for my ankle. Any advice would be much appreciated! Thank you!
- Thank you for your question. The RocketSoc would be an appropriate brace for you situation. You may also consider the DonJoy Stabilizing Speed Pro.
- From Marty Brown at 3/29/2014 8:08 AM
- Hi
I have sprained my left ankle a few times and now it is week because of the sprains. I'm getting back into running again and need to protect my ankle from twisting and wanted to know which ankle brace to get? - Marty
The Rocketsoc is a good brace to choose. It has great support because of all the strapping and you have the option of a sleeve or lace-up design. The brace will fit into your athletic shoe
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- From Antonio at 3/7/2014 5:47 PM
- Which ankle brace would be good for me coming of. A dislocated ankle and fracture tibla
- Antonio
The best brace for you after those injuries would be our most supportive ankle brace the DonJoy Velocity ankle brace. http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-velocity-ankle-brace This brace is a rigid hinged ankle support that fits into your shoe. The Moderate support would sufficiant for you. If the rgid ankle brace does not appeal to you the Rocketsoc would be the next choice.
- From Kelly Lewis at 1/22/2014 3:32 PM
- I am a long time basketball player with numerous sprains. I am looking at the Velocity and the Rocketsoc, but cannot tell if one will fit better than the other inside a high top basketball shoe. Is one of these or another product designed toward basketball ankle injuries?
- Kelly
The Rocketsoc would be easier to get into a basketball shoe although both would work. Another option is the DonJoy Stabilizing Pro Ankle Brace http://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-stabilizing-pro-ankle-brace
- From Alex at 1/12/2014 9:39 AM
- Hi,
I live in Portugal and I would like to order a ankle brace, do you ship these items to Europe?
How much does it cost?
Alex - Alex
You need to contact this rep:
Olivier Corselle.
Aircast, Chattanooga, Compex, DonJoy, Empi, ProCare.
Sales Manager, EMEA.
Primary Email:
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- From Euclid F. Mondejar at 1/12/2014 5:46 AM
- Hello! I am from the Philippines. May I know how can I purchase a DonJoy RocketSoc Ankle Support brace. Do you have distributor here in the Philippines. I will wait for your reply as soon as possible. Thank You very much and more power.
Ms. Joe Cheung.
Aircast, DonJoy, Dr. Comfort, ETI, ProCare.
Customer Service Executive.
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Hong Kong
- Hello! I am from the Philippines. May I know how can I purchase a DonJoy RocketSoc Ankle Support brace. Do you have distributor here in the Philippines. I will wait for your reply as soon as possible. Thank You very much and more power.
- From Carla at 1/8/2014 10:32 AM
- Hello, I have had an Achilles tendon strain since last August. My Orthopod suggested wearing one of those big boots and to "rest" the ankle. I have two labs that need a walk every day and so do I! That big boot wasn't working. I have tried at least 4 types of braces for support, none seem to be working. I live in the mountains so there is a lot of walking up hill. Do you suggest the RocketSoc Ankle support brace and if so what size. I wear a 9M shoe, but it's winter time so I wear thick socks.
Thank you for your time. - Carla
A ankle brace will not help you Achillies. We do have a brace for Achillies tendonitis called the Aircast Airheel http://www.betterbraces.com/aircast-airheel This brace has padding on the heel and back of the brace where the achillies attaches to the heel. Otheer than this brace you could try a hell lift in your shoe to help take some of the stretch off your Achillies. We do not sell the heel lifts but you can purchase them on-line form Alimed.
- Hello, I have had an Achilles tendon strain since last August. My Orthopod suggested wearing one of those big boots and to "rest" the ankle. I have two labs that need a walk every day and so do I! That big boot wasn't working. I have tried at least 4 types of braces for support, none seem to be working. I live in the mountains so there is a lot of walking up hill. Do you suggest the RocketSoc Ankle support brace and if so what size. I wear a 9M shoe, but it's winter time so I wear thick socks.
- From Annie at 12/2/2013 1:49 PM
- Are these available in white?
- Annie,
This brace is only sold in black. There are however 3 styles, the lace up, neoprene and drytex. Thank you for cantacting DJO.
- From Susan S at 11/4/2013 4:39 AM
- My 16 year old daughter is recovering from a severe ankle sprain (all 4 ligaments) which occurred during volleyball season this year (she was wearing old lace up braces, which she loves). She was in a boot for 4 weeks, and is about 4-5 weeks out of the boot at this time. She is rehabbing, but it is going slowly. She has indoor lacrosse starting soon, and needs new supportive braces (she has weak ankles, has been wearing braces for a while from old sprains). She is not a fan of the rigid braces- finds them very uncomfortable. We like the idea of the lace up Rocket Soc- she likes the security she feels from the lace up concept. Will this provide enough support for her, or do I have to convince her to wear a rigid brace (which she will hate). Tha.nks
- Susan
The Rocketsoc is the soft brace that I reccommend to those who need maximal support but do not feel comfortable in rigid ankle braces. It is a little more supportive thatn the lace-up braces and has a strap that will wrap around the heel to give good Heel-Loc support similar to a tape job. If your daughter doesn't like the rigid braces this would be agood alterative
- From Becky Williams at 9/3/2013 4:51 AM
- My daughter is a gymnast and has sprained her ankle at least 3 times in the last 3 years. She has chronic problems with her ankles during tumbling. I am looking for a good brace that will help prevent further injury's, but has the flexibility for a gymnast. Also she will not be wearing socks under the brace, so we need one that doesn't rub on the ankle bone. Can you recommend the best type of brace for her?
- The best support with flexibilty would be the DoJoy Stabilizing Pro ankle brace, but the nylon may rub sub, perhaps she could wear a beige elastic ankle sleeve underneath to help prevent rubbing.
- From Mark at 8/26/2013 10:09 AM
- Recovering from fractured lower fibula with dislocated tibia and would like to graduate from large aircast boot to something smaller, more flexible (as doctor permits) that will also accommodate ankle swelling. Would Rocketsoc be approriate? What does it mean to have the optional inferior buttress for swelling available on the drytex and neoprene versions (not lace-up version)? Any large in stock?
- The neoprene is the material used in wet suits, it doesnt breathe and gives off a lot of heat. the Drytex is a breathable material so it doesnt get as hot. We have all sizes in stock. As for your questions on whether the RocketSoc would be appropriate, that is a question for your physician.
- From Nicole at 7/30/2013 8:58 AM
- My daughter broke her ankle playing softball and had to have surgery to put a pin in. They removed the pin and said everything healed back great. She plays basketball and softball and we want to make sure she has the right type of support to help prevent any more ankle injuries. Which brace do you recommend?
- Hello Nicole,
I recommend the Donjoy Pro Stabilizing Ankle brace. This brace has stirrups which provides medial and lateral support. This brace is similar to having your ankle taped. It's thin, comfortable and supportive. If your daughter feels like she wants Rigid Support, the AirSport has a medial and lateral rigid support similar to the AirStirrup, this brace is a little more bulky, most be worn with athletic shoe. The RocketSoc, is similiar to the Pro, but it has more components, a little more time consuming to put on.
Thanks for Contacting Donjoy.
- From Garnett at 5/27/2013 12:30 PM
- I have the aircast aiesport ant the aircast A60. The one I use depends on the activity. However I need sonething more stable when walking in the woods or on very rough ground . Would the Rocketsoc give more support and is it more or less bulky than the Airspor? I Have a medium in the airsport and assume I need the same in the Rocketsoc.
- Hello Garnett,
I suggest the Donjoy Pro ankle brace, it is applied like a sock then you lace it and have medial and lateral stirrups. Its similiar to having your ankle taped. If you would like something more rigid with, rigid medial and lateral supports I suggest the Donjoy Velocity MS Ankle Brace.
Yes the RocketSoc is more bulky than the A60 and Airsport.
Please contact a Product Specialist with further questions. 1-888-405-3251.
Have a Great Day.
- From Ken at 4/20/2013 3:47 PM
- My daughter is a competitive volleyball player with an acute Grade 2 ankle sprain
She has her national qualifying tournament, in 2weeks. Assuming she can play. is this the best brace u have for her situation? Which style would be the best, lace up, etc? - Hello, Ken -
Because of the severity of her sprain we would recommend a more rigid brace. The DonJoy Velocity would be an excellent choice to provide the stability and mobility she would need for her activity.
If you have further questions, please feel free to contact our product specialists at 888-405-3251.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
- My daughter is a competitive volleyball player with an acute Grade 2 ankle sprain
- From Rich at 12/13/2012 11:00 PM
- I have a narrow ankle and foot, D width max. Should I order 1 size smaller than the chart reccomends for a men's 13? I will be using it for backpacking in rugged terrain.
- Hello, Rich -
No, you do not need to go with a smaller size to accommodate to your foot width. The brace itself is adjustable in the velcro and lace up portions, so that will make the brace snug to your narrow dimentions.
Thanks and have a great day!
- From Alim at 12/12/2012 1:29 AM
- I need to know if this is available for child size age 2 years.
Also does this model have a metal frame at the sides for ankle support. - Hello, Alim -
Sorry, we do not make this brace in pediatric sizes. The smallest size this comes in is XS, which is a men's size 4-5 1/2.
Thanks and have a great day!
- I need to know if this is available for child size age 2 years.
- From courtney at 11/10/2012 3:35 PM
- i had ankle foot surgery in august of this year i have the velocity ankle brace already but i dont find it very comfortable on the arch of my foot so i was looking at the DonJoy RocketSoc Ankle Support Brace im a runner and play basketball so which would be best?
- Hello, Courtney -
I would first speak with your physician to ensure that it would be ok to transition from the Velocity (a rigid brace) to a RocketSoc (a softer brace). The only difference between the Neoprene and Drytex is the material (Neoprene is a bit warmer and thicker) while drytex is a lighter material, more breathable, and hypo-allergenic. Of the 3 RocketSoc Ankle Braces, the Lace-Up would provide the most support because of the additional laces that run the length of the brace. All three contain the stirrups and heal-lock supports.
Thanks, have a great day!
- From eze at 11/3/2012 12:40 PM
- I am a sails man, so I walk a lot.but right now I am recorvering from an ankle sprain. Which of these braices will be ideal to prevent pain while walking and also allow the injury heal while not disrupting my means of livelyhood. I reside in Nigeria but will be in the uk in a weeks tike.can you let me know where I can get it their in uk or here in nigeria. Thanks
- When you are in England contact:: DJO UKBrands: Aircast, Chattanooga, Compex, DJO Surgical, DonJoy, Dr. Comfort, Empi, ETI, ProCareTitle: DJO UKPrimary Email: email@example.com Phone: +44.1483.459.659Location: Enland
- From Pat at 6/28/2012 8:28 PM
- What is the best brace for soccer. Have a daughter that had a grade III sprain. When she returns to play I want the best brace for her to use. Please advise
- You should look at the Velocity ES
- From Ann at 4/24/2012 7:19 PM
- My son is a 300lb line men in highschool. He has issues with weak ankles and frequently rolls his ankles.... I will be ordering bilateral ankle braces, but I can not decide which one is best, the Rocket Sock or Velocity ES...Please let me know what you think...Thanks
- The Velocity is the best anke brace we offer and especially for linemen. If he has swelling in the foot and ankle then order the Velocity ES. If he just has swelling at the ankle bones, then order the Velocity MS. If he doesn't have swelling then order the Velocity LS.
- From kevin at 2/23/2012 6:02 AM
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The best way to take on anything that you find yourself worrying about in life would be investing the time needed to educate yourself about exactly what you can expect from this experience. When it comes to eye care, people tend to look past just how important it is because they do not know how to properly care for their eyes. Many times, they assume that avoiding the discussion would be the easiest way to ignore the problem and hope that it does not impact their lives in a negative way. If you have been in this boat in the past, it is not something that you should be ashamed about. Instead, you should allow this to empower you to speak to an eye care professional and get a checkup today. Having these done on a regular basis would give you a much needed picture of your eye health and general well being. Schedule regular check ups in your area with a reputable eye doctor, such as irving optometrist.
If you have concerns about the possibility of getting prescribed eyewear, you should know that this is only intended to help you and enhance your life. You have been lucky enough to come into the world with eyes that allow you to see and experience such amazing things. If you need glasses, you can simply select options that include frames that fit your face. When you combine this with the vast array of colors and different designs that are currently available, you will have an easy time finding something that you look forward to wearing. The health of your eyes may very well be one of the most important things that you should be caring for on a regular basis. Start taking a proactive approach to your eyes and you will find that this can make a very big difference in the way that you feel each day.


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Coronation Street star Ben Price has revealed that his soap character Nick Tilsley knows that Leanne Barlow isn't in love with him.
Nick and Leanne got back together on the soap last week, but Leanne is on the rebound after getting her heart broken by the love of her life Peter.
Speaking on This Morning, Ben revealed why Leanne wants to be with Nick when she doesn't really love him.
"I've got a business, I don't drink, I've got my own bistro, I can do a great cappuccino – I'm stability, aren't I?
"She's got a child now, and I said, 'Fine, I'll take you, I'll take the child'. Nick knows she loves Peter, but that's part of the drama, isn't it?"
Ben also revealed that he doesn't think Peter has got over Leanne yet, despite the fact he cheated on her and left her for Carla Connor.
Coronation Street is on STV from 7.30pm on Mondays and Fridays and from 8.30pm on Thursdays.
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Understanding The Psychology Of Injured Athletes And Returning To Play
Athletes face intense pressure to return to play when they are injured but the challenge for physicians is to have them return safely. This author explains the importance of social support and having a strong grasp of the motivations and fears of the injured athlete in order to facilitate rehabilitation of the injury and a successful return to the field of play.
Athletes are supposed to be tough and maintain a positive attitude while regularly playing through pain.1 When they are forced to sit out because of an injury, they should be focused and driven to return to play as quickly as possible. They should rest, rehabilitate and then trust that their bodies are ready to go full speed upon their return.
This is the idealistic view of sport and injury. However, the reality is that injuries are an unavoidable byproduct of being an athlete and the transition from "active athlete" to "injured athlete" and back to "active athlete" does not always occur without complications.
Injured athletes struggle with fear, frustration, anger and sometimes depression during their time away from sport, which may even prevent them from following their rehabilitation program effectively.2 Additionally, the return to sport itself yields a new set of adversities as athletes must navigate through personal fears and a desire to return to their pre-injury state along with team, family and coaching-related issues.
Why Social Support Is Key For Injured Athletes
Over the years, I have worked with numerous injured athletes and it is clear from our conversations that their perception regarding social support is significant to their overall well-being, attitude and effort toward returning. Athletes sometimes feel neglected and useless during their time away from sport. As a result, they may distance themselves further from those who could actually provide the support needed to improve their mood and determination to continue.
Social support comes in various forms, ranging from emotional support to task challenge support.3 Some injured athletes need a caring person just to listen to their fears while others may prefer a challenging push to work harder during rehabilitation. Regardless of the type of support, research has found connections between social support, decreased athlete stress and improved psychological well-being.4 Studies looking at the provision of social support have found that athletes feel most satisfied with the support provided by athletic trainers in comparison to support provided by coaches or teammates.5,6
It would appear obvious that athletes would desire support from those in a position to assist with the injury recovery process. In a college setting, this extra support is possible since teams have access to athletic trainers. However, injuries are not unique to the collegiate population, making it important to address who is or should be providing this support to younger athletes.
Researchers who directly addressed athletes' preferences from healthcare professionals found a desire for more information about the injury, a clearer timeline for return to play and an open environment in which athletes felt comfortable asking questions.7 In regard to athletes not fully understanding their injuries, they noted that they would have appreciated the use of models and more detailed explanations from their doctors. Respondents talked about doctors who did not talk to them and others who seemed frustrated by their questions.
Russell and Tracey also found that injured athletes wanted their doctors to ask about their emotions and psychological reaction to the injury.7 Although that is what athletes wanted, that was not what they received and the players' overall conclusion was that doctors did not have time for them.


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Welcome back. It's been a little while since my last post, the batteries are recharged and I'm ready to start the wedding season this month with Weddings at Coombe Abbey & Dunchurch Park Hotel, but first, an engagement shoot at Coombe… Clark is an old school friend of mine, and regaled Olly with a story […]
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The Pine Mountain Sports Dirt Divas Mountain Biking Program
Dirt Divas events cover the gamut of mountain biking with a variety of free monthly events. These happenings include presentations from women throughout the industry at the Dirt Divas Nights, twice a month organized group rides, skills clinics, and bike repair and maintenance events.
Trying out a sport like mountain biking for the first time can be really intimidating in such an athletic city like Bend. This is what really makes the Dirt Divas Mountain Biking Program such an asset to newer riders. We leverage the talent, experience and resources available to us in Bend and deliver it in an approachable way for someone who is just starting out.
Our Dirt Divas Mountain Biking Program is comprised of three different parts: You can choose to participate in all of the events or pick and choose what is best for you.
April 14, 28 / May 12, 26 / June 9, 23 / July 14, 28 / Aug 11, 25 / Sept 8, 22
Meet at Pine Mountain Sports for a women's-only group mountain bike ride. We'll divide into groups based on riding levels and pedal to the trails from the shop. Each group will have a ride leader and a designated sweep. Each group will decide its route and ride time based on the needs of the group. Riders in your group will wait for each other and regroup at each trail intersection. All ages and skill levels are welcome and nobody is left behind. Trek and Santa Cruz mountain bike demos are free for the evening on a first-come, first-served basis. If you wish to demo a bike, please arrive 30 minutes early and show credit card and drivers license. No RSVP required. Call 541-385-8080 for questions.
Jun 2 / Jul 21 / Aug 18
Dirt Divas is offering three shuttles from the shop with Cog Wild. Shuttle rides are limited to 12 riders. June 2 will be a beginners ride from Skyliner Sno-Park. July 21 will be an intermediate ride from Wanoga. Aug 18 will be an advanced ride from Dutchman. RSVP and pre-payment of $10 required. Call 541-385-8080 to register.
Jun 30 / Jul 7
Evening skills clinic with local rider and coach Lindsey Voreis. Clinics are held at the new bike park at Seventh Mountain Resort. RSVP required; 12 people per session. Call 541-385-8080 to register.
In addition to our Dirt Divas women's mountain bike rides Pine Mountain Sports Dirt Divas events cover all facets of mountain biking with a variety of free monthly events and specialized clinics. Dirt Diva events are presented in an approachable way for women of all abilities. You must RSVP for all in-store clinics. Call us at 541-385-8080.
April 30: Mountain Biking 101
This evening is designed as an introductory informational session for women who want to know more about mountain biking, or are looking to feel more confident discussing mountain bikes in the shop. We'll cover topics including different bikes, our trail system and proper trail etiquette. Boost your mountain bike knowledge and confidence.
May 28: Hands-On Bike Maintenance
Bring your bike and learn how to keep it running smoothly! Learn how to clean and take care of your bike between rides, repair a broken chain on the trail, and how to fix a flat tire. This popular clinic is taught on the lawn at Pine Mountain Sports. Repeats on July 23.
June 25: Boost Your Ride
Boost your ride by learning tips and tricks for healthy nutrition, mental and physical endurance, injury recovery and training. We'll have guest speakers from Hammer Nutrition and Humm Kombucha answering your questions about what to drink and eat (and avoid) when riding. RSVP required.
July 23: Hands-On Bike Maintenance (repeat of May 28)
Bring your bike and learn how to keep it running smoothly! Learn how to clean and take care of your bike between rides, repair a broken chain on the trail, and how to fix a flat tire. This popular clinic is taught on the lawn at Pine Mountain Sports.
July 30: Gear Night
Your kit from head to toe. This very popular event covers everything from flat vs. clip less pedals, helmet options, hydration pack options, cycling apparel and outerwear. You name it, we cover it. Let us help you figure out which options are best for your type of riding.
Aug 27: Yoga for Mountain Bikers
Join us for a free yoga session at the shop with local adventure racer and yoga enthusiast Chelsey Magness. The class will focus on poses and stretches to help you prepare for and recover from your mountain bike rides.
Sep 24: MTB First Aid & Safety Awareness
Join us for an educational evening about staying safe out on the trails. We'll get a basic first aid overview from some of our local SAR volunteers, as well as tips and tricks for how to avoid getting lost out there. We'll cover what to do if you realize you are lost, and some of the common things the SAR volunteers encounter when situations arise in the wilderness.
Thank You to our friends at Kate's Real Food for supporting Dirt Divas!
May 3-4 / June 28-29: Weekend-Long Riding Camps
Grit Clinics are a two-day, on-the-bike mountain bike skills clinic for women only, taught by the local women of GritClinics.com. Grit Clinics provide supportive coaching to beginner and intermediate female mountain bikers and are designed to increase confidence on the trail by teaching participants to improve and refine their bike handling skills.
Grit Clinics is offering two, 2 day clinics this spring. Morning sessions will focus on bike handling skills and basic bike maintenance. Newly learned skills will be put into action on the trails during the afternoon sessions. Grit Clinics will also be offering private coaching sessions tailored to specifically meet individuals on-trail needs. See photos and get the details at GritClinics.com. Registration opens at Pine Mountain Sports on March 5th.


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even though I'm not gay. i'm bi. or at least i think so. but i feel like i don't belong here because everything i say feels dumb. '
i don't know how to act. i don't act gay. i don't look gay (lesbian). sometimes i wish i were a boy, but that doesn't mean anything. gah. and the fact that i have a boyfriend whom i love makes me feel less bi. i mean, sometimes i think that i like girls more than boys, but what about Josh (boyfriend). i mean, I *know* i love....blegh.
this sucks.
Honey, I wouldn't worry. I used to feel 'wrong' if I crushed on a guy, becuase I thought that it just made me a wannabe gay. Now, though, I've learnt that you should love someone regardless of gender. I'm bi as well, but sadly single. Just treasure Josh, and even if you do find yourself drawn to more guys than girls- be happy.
(Oh if you ever want to chat- feel free to email me.)
I lived my life in shadow- never the sun on my face
It didn't seem so sad though, I figured that was my place.
why do you feel that everything you say is dumb? it isn't... you belong here, even if you're not sure of your sexuality.
you don't have to act a certai way. just be yourself. it doesn't matter if you have a boyfriend. if you think you're bi, then that's okay. I'm bi, I had a b/f for a month in the summer, and it didn't make me feel any less gay/bi.
bisexuality is not defined by an equal like of females and males. I like girls more than boys. occasionally though, you find someone special of the sex that you may not be attracted to the most, but if you love them, then you love them.
(I don't know if this made any sense or helped in any way. if you need someone to talk to, my AIM s/n is xx1stars1xx, and my yahoo messenger s/n is insanepenguin87)
Ban ignorance damn it!
it's all in the heart so act like urself
we are all dumb and cool anyway
just give urself time to let all the confusion out
Your my sunshine after the rain
`to bad its still rainin babe.
--A kidd
there's no such thing as gay enough. are all straight folks alike, do they all act in similar ways? totally no. there are stereotypes within queer communities, but they're silly and it's important to be able to live outside of them.
good luck, dearie.
hey, i know exactly how you feel. I don't act gay or look gay either. I'm also confused about what I want and who I like more, boys or girls. But I'm pretty sure I like girls more and thats why I'm here. So i can talk about it and get things off my chest.


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Present Managing Director Richard Johnston is the great-grandson of George Gilchrist Johnston who started the business in 1880 with business partner Richard Hunter Jeff. From the very beginning the companys ethos was do it right.
Quality control is of the utmost importance; it was then and is now. With advancing technologies, the same principles and high regards for standards are expected and adhered to at every level from sourcing ingredients to creating the right blend.
Johnston and Jeff is a family run business, and a business run by a family who are serious about birds, their conservation, welfare, care and needs. As such they are involved with a number of bird societies and avian specialist organisations.
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All fruit used is human consumption grade, meaning they are in date and identical to that sold to us. Anything less is rejected. Every seed, grain, nut and fruit is sourced and bought under the direct control of one man; Managing Director Richard Johnston. His name is on every product and thats his own personal guarantee.
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and a team of 50 or more skilled and experienced developers what kind of Jurassic Park game would you program?
and a team of 50 or more skilled and experienced developers what kind of Jurassic Park game would you program?
i would make an action/adventure open world game with a mix of survival horror where you could explore the 2 islands,drive vehicles ,take the tour etc,but have very few shooting in it...as for the story a combination between the movies and the novels would be nice.
My dream JP game would be a 3D virtual reality version of the Arcade shooters but alternately,
I've always wanted a game that focused more on the digging, hatchery, & breeding, something were you could play as Grant, Doctor Wu, and Kathy [she from the book not the movie]. Like I always thought it would be cool to dig up the bones like interactively and touch the dinos and watch them hatch and physically release them into the wild and treat them. And then to end it when the park went haywire I want the challenge of surviving with NO WEAPONS that would be the type of game I'd make :]
Dino shooters and Park Builders are fun and all, but I'd prefer something free range with out the hastle of dealing with customers and stores like in JPOG and unique from the typical Dino Shooter. But a challenge ultimately >:] I guess the system I'm thinking sounds kind of puzzle based mixed with simulation? I can't think of something to compare it too
I'd probably do "Jurassic Planet": the genie is out-of-the-bottle, and you work as an Investigator for a department at the UN - PAGA, (Protection-Against-Genetically-Engineered Aberrations) - and go around the world on a global adventure, dealing with various genetics companies who are engaged in the "Amber Wars" and breeding all sorts of prehistoric animals for their own purposes...
Good God, that sentence was an aberration...Too many ellipses...:p
I would probably have a go at remaking SEGA'S Lost World Jurassic Park arcade game (on rails shooter a la House Of The Dead, but include extra chapters that go through the first film as well as the second. Either that, or a 3D action platformer in which you get to play as the dinosaurs themselves as they drive the humans off their island. I could see it being similar to the LWJP game that was released on the Playstation, except you would have the option to roar out in the middle of a fight to call other dinos in for help if you needed to.
@ATMachine said: A game where you could walk around.
^ Don't knock it before you try it, broseph.
@DustyBoy87 said: ^ Don't knock it before you try it, broseph.
I agree
@DustyBoy87 said: Oh hell yes.
Yes, i love people that agree! :D
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Autism Spectrum Disorders Program - Consultation Services
The Autism Spectrum Disorders Program offers statewide, on-site consultation services for individuals of any age diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism Spectrum Disorders include: Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS), and Rett's Syndrome.
- Referrals - Referrals may be made by anyone, including family members and professionals, for individuals of any age. How to make a referral to the Autism Spectrum Disorders Program.
- Consultation Forms
- The following forms are required for a request of consultation services. Download the forms below, complete them by typing in the boxes, print the forms, sign the forms, and return the completed forms to the Center for Disabilities.
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- Satisfaction Surveys - Satisfaction surveys are mailed by the Autism Spectrum Disorders Program to the family and referring school or agency. Responses from these surveys are shared with Autism Spectrum Disorders Program staff and the Autism Advisory Committee and are reported to the state funding source.