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Ah yes. So sweet and firm. Exotic and, yet, uncomplicated. Magnifico! A Tuscan, just ripe for the taking, and you don't need to get a passport or speak Italian to enjoy their company. Yes, they are here, right in your own backyard, going for $2.99 each — not by the pound — at your local Safeway. What was I thinking, giving my best years to the domestic cantaloupe when it's hot Mediterranean cousin was achingly available, just begging for my attention, all along? I guess I just needed a little time to think. It really was a decision I had to make on my own. When did I experience that moment of clarity — or was it craziness — when I said to myself "Come on Simone! Seize the day. What happens in Safeway stays in Safeway!" Was it a mid-life crisis that drove me to the Tuscan? No. It was all about the recipes. The heart wants what the heart wants (Who said that? Woody Allen? Yuck.) and, in the end, the Tuscan shined and dominated above all mortal melons. My olive oil never had it so good.
Choosing your Tuscan
The Tuscan is a cantaloupe grown from Italian hybrid seeds right here in California at Dulcinea Farms. Dark green grooves in the melon indicate a sweet, firm-fleshed fruit while a light green to golden color yields a softer, richer cantaloupe flavor. Either way, it is packed full of Vitamins A and E, low in seeds, and the candy-like taste threw me for a cantaloupe.
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1 Tbls. honey
1 tsp. fresh dill, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp. lemon zest, grated
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground pepper
1/4 olive oil
6 cups spinach leaves, pre-washed.
2 cups Tuscan melon, chopped
1 cucumber, chopped.
1/4 cup pecans, halves, toasted
1/4 cup feta cheese, coarsely crumbled
Preparation: For the dressing, whisk together vinegar, honey, dill, garlic, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Once blended, continue whisking while drizzling in olive oil. Set aside. Arrange spinach leaves on platter. Toss melon and cucumber in dressing, spoon over spinach, leaving dressing in bottom of the bowl. Sprinkle with pecans and feta and drizzle with remaining dressing.
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- CIA Director-designate John Brennan strongly defended anti-terror attacks by unmanned drones Thursday under close questioning at a protest-disrupted confirmation hearing. On a second controversial topic, he said that after reading a classified intelligence report on harsh interrogation techniques, he does not know if waterboarding has yielded useful information.
Despite what he called a public misimpression, Brennan told the Senate Intelligence Committee that drone strikes are used only against targets planning to carry out attacks against the United States, never as retribution for an earlier one. "Nothing could be further from the truth," he declared.
Referring to one American citizen killed by a drone in Yemen in 2011, he said the man, Anwar al-Awlaki, had ties to at least three attacks planned or carried out on U.S. soil. They included the Fort Hood, Texas, shooting that claimed 13 lives in 2009, a failed attempt to down a Detroit-bound airliner the same year and a thwarted plot to bomb cargo planes in 2010.
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In a long afternoon in the witness chair, Brennan declined to say if he believes waterboarding amounts to torture, but he said firmly it is "something that is reprehensible and should never be done again."
Brennan, 57 and President Barack Obama's top anti-terrorism aide, won praise from several members of the committee as the day's proceedings drew to a close, a clear indication that barring an unexpected development, his confirmation as the nation's next head of the CIA is on track.
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Brennan bristled once during the day, when Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, accused him of having leaked classified information in a telephone call with former government officials who were preparing to make television appearances.
"I disagree with that vehemently," the nominee shot back.
Brennan made repeated general pledges to increase the flow of information to members of the Senate panel, but he was less specific when it came to individual cases. Asked at one point whether he would provide a list of countries where the CIA has used lethal authority, he replied, "It would be my intention to do everything possible" to comply.
He said he had no second thoughts about having opposed a planned strike against Osama bin Laden in 1998, a few months before the bombings of two U.S. embassies. The plan was not "well-grounded," he said, adding that other intelligence officials also recommended against proceeding. Brennan was at the CIA at the time.
Brennan was questioned extensively about leaks to the media about an al-Qaida plot to detonate a new type of underwear bomb on a Western airline. He acknowledged trying to limit the damage to national security from the disclosures.
On May 7 of last year, The Associated Press reported that the CIA thwarted an ambitious plot by al-Qaida's affiliate in Yemen to destroy a U.S.-bound airliner, using a bomb with a sophisticated new design around the one-year anniversary of the killing of Osama bin Laden. The next day, The New York Times and the Los Angeles Times reported that the would-be bomber was cooperating with U.S. authorities.


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First Known Use: 13th century
verb \ˈchānj\
: to become different
: to make (someone or something) different
: to become something else
Full Definition of CHANGE
transitive verb
a : to replace with another <let's change the subject>b : to make a shift from one to another : switch <always changes sides in an argument>c : to exchange for an equivalent sum of money (as in smaller denominations or in a foreign currency) <change a 20-dollar bill>d : to undergo a modification of <foliage changing color>e : to put fresh clothes or covering on <change a bed>
intransitive verb
: to become different <her mood changes every hour>
of the moon : to pass from one phase to another
: to shift one's means of conveyance : transfer <on the bus trip he had to change twice>
of the voice : to shift to lower register : break
: to undergo transformation, transition, or substitution <winter changed to spring>
: to put on different clothes <need a few minutes to change for dinner>
— chang·er noun
— change hands
: to pass from the possession of one owner to that of another <money changes hands many times>
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Examples of CHANGE
- Her mood changes every hour.
- He changed from an optimist to a pessimist.
- The town has changed little in recent years.
- These events have changed me in my attitude to life.
- You can't change human nature.
- Life changed him from an optimist into a pessimist.
- The leaves change color from green to red in the fall.
- She changed her name when she got married.
- France has changed its monetary unit from the franc to the euro.
- change the channel on the TV
Origin of CHANGE
Middle English, from Anglo-French changer, from Latin cambiare to exchange, probably of Celtic origin; akin to Old Irish camm crooked
Related to CHANGE
Synonym Discussion of CHANGE
change, alter, vary, modify mean to make or become different. change implies making either an essential difference often amounting to a loss of original identity or a substitution of one thing for another <changed the shirt for a larger size>. alter implies a difference in some particular respect without suggesting loss of identity <slightly altered the original design>. vary stresses a breaking away from sameness, duplication, or exact repetition <vary your daily routine>. modify suggests a difference that limits, restricts, or adapts to a new purpose <modified the building for use by the disabled>.
Definition of CHANGE
: the act, process, or result of changing: asa : alteration <a change in the weather>b : transformation <a time of vast social change> <going through changes>c : substitution <a change of scenery>d : the passage of the moon from one monthly revolution to another; also : the passage of the moon from one phase to anothere : menopause
: a fresh set of clothes
British : exchange 5a
a : money in small denominations received in exchange for an equivalent sum in larger denominationsb : money returned when a payment exceeds the amount duec : coins especially of low denominations <a pocketful of change>d : a negligible additional amount <only six minutes and change left in the game>e : money 1 <cost a large chunk of change>
: an order in which a set of bells is struck in change ringing
: changeup
Examples of CHANGE
- There has been little if any change in her daily routine.
- You shouldn't be afraid of change. Change is a natural part of life.
- The years have brought many changes to the town's economy.
- We need to make some changes in the system.
- Many voters believe that it's time for a change.
- We've had to make a slight change in the schedule.
- a change for the worse
- We've been so busy that a quiet day at home was a welcome change.
- We eat at home a lot, so dining out sometimes is a nice change.
- Have you got change for a $10 bill?
First Known Use of CHANGE
13th century
Related to CHANGE
- Synonyms
- alteration, difference, modification, redoing, refashioning, remaking, remodeling, revamping, review, revise, revision, reworking, variation
- Antonyms
- fixation, stabilization
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- Don't complain about lack of options. You've got to pick a few when you do multiple choice. Those are the breaks.
- Feel free to suggest poll ideas if you're feeling creative. I'd strongly suggest reading the past polls first.
- This whole thing is wildly inaccurate. Rounding errors, ballot stuffers, dynamic IPs, firewalls. If you're using these numbers to do anything important, you're insane.
My productivity peaks between...
my productivity peaks when i use 24 hour clock
Re:24h clock (Score:5, Insightful)
Again, Americans are the ones lagging behind the rest of the world in this regard. Not as bad as the metric system but close.
Re:24h clock (Score:5, Insightful)Not just that, but they can't even get the 12-hour clock correct. 12AM and 12PM are nonsensical names. Noon is the 12 that is at the meridien, it is neither ante-, nor post- it. Midnight is likewise lacking such relative references.
I believe you can argue whether 1200 belong to any or none of the attaching times of the day. This argument can be lengthy and would not provide any solution. We know it, you know it.
I can imagine you can argue that common clocks showing time of the day go along your view of reality and if time passes by noon the switching from am to pm takes place. Similarly at midnight thus making 1200 sort of no men's land in terms of AM/PM. Yet if you take any human being that has no autistic traits and understand some
I wouldn't posture to claim to know how the majority of humans perceive a situation, but I like your "we behave retards" and the fact that you don't post AC, so I'll let that otherwise pass. Apology accepted from this small sector of your readership.
I agree it's nonsensical if you only look at the minute of 12:00 in both cases. If you look at the hour as a whole, it's clear that after noon from 12:01-12:59 are PM times, so for consistency's sake the whole hour is considered to be PM. The converse is true for the hour of 12 AM (midnight to 1 AM). It would be even more confusing if it went 12:00 AM -> 12:01 PM in my opinion.
But that includes the expectation that the change from AM to PM is somewhere between 11.59 and 12.00 -- not between 12.00 and 12.01. Seeing how messy the rest of this system is, with 12.59 giving way to 01.00, while still remaining AM or PM, I would not want to make any a priori assumptions about which of these are right, and hence whether 12 AM is supposed to mean 12 noon or 12 midnight.
It's either use the 24-hour system or at least use expressions "12 noon" and "12 midnight".
Re:24h clock (Score:4, Interesting)
The problem is that "12PM" refers to both the moment that is mid-day, and the hour long period between 12:00:00 and 12:59:59. If you think of it as a period then "12PM" makes more sense, since it takes place entire in the afternoon. 24 hour time is obviously much clearer and easier.
I have seen some places in Japan that advertise being open until 27:00, meaning 3:00 the next day.
I usually write dates as, e.g. 19 OCT 2013
I realize it's English-centric, but it's pretty unambiguous and understandable. I try to use 24-hour time, UTC where appropriate, but that isn't available sometimes.
Wait a sec. You want to gig us on using time based on either one 24 hour cycle, or two 12 hour cycles? Really?
And your backup gun is to gig us on not using metric that is based on that same 60 * 60 * 24 system? Because it's decimal?
Your whole post is a failure of the highest caliber.
What do you do for an encore, argue whether zebra stripes are black or white?
I am more productive when I work from home. If I'm at the office I'm most productive in the morning. I work in a cube farm and I'm easily distracted by noise. I like to start work at 06:30 so I can put in a few hours before the office becomes too noisy.
I like to start work at 05:30 so I can put in a few hours before the home becomes too noisy.
I love them dearly, but it's impossible to focus on anything for more than 5 minutes at a time with the rug rats on the loose.
All of you guys, take a chill pill, and get a life. Obviously, none of you have children.
The poll question was about productivity. I adressed the productivity side of parenting. It's not possible to concentration oriented tasks some times of the day. That's part of the life I happily chose to live. Raising & teaching kids does take work- but I wouldn't call that the kind of productivity stated in the poll.
You guys strike me as the people that walk up to me in a grovery store, listing the ways I'm paren
But it was already so much work for me to crawl out of the basement to talk at you in the grocery store!
When there is a deadline (Score:4, Interesting)Sadly, I can't get anything done unless the deadline's looming, the knife's to the bone, failure is imminent. This does not bode well for me since my "work" went from "homework due tomorrow" to "come up with a PhD thesis proposal by the end of the year"...
Procrastination is an important part of productivity. While you're procrastinating, and apparently not working on whatever it is you're supposed to be doing, your brain is processing it in the background. You may do things faster if you don't procrastinate, but you won't do them so well.
That's my story, anyway!
I'm most productive from 10am - 2pm.
I take a while to get going in the morning, but my productivity is pretty good from about 9:00 am to lunch. Lunch has a tendency to slow me down, but I get a second wind around 2:00pm or 3:00pm. So the brackets given don't fit my day very well, and I just picked that I'm never productive.
by techno-vampire (666512) on Wednesday October 09, 2013 @05:53PM (#45086171) HomepageI'm retired; I don't have to be productive.
Re:Retired (Score:5, Funny)I'm at work; I don't have to be productive either.
It is a phenomenon I call "morning brain."
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Only productive when slashdot server is down.
Mine seems to be random sometimes.
Mornings are for getting things done. (Score:4, Insightful)
Attack early the tasks which require the most thought. Once past lunch it's cruise through things which have already been figured out. I tend to get a second wind later in the day or evening. Sometimes as late as 9 PM I'll start tacking knotty problems with gusto and vigor.
It depends on what kinds of things...
For me, mornings are better for writing essays... my brain seems to be in a better "free association" mode at that time, so ideas and sentence structures flow more freely. This is probably due to still being in a dream-like state where any part of my brain can just pipe up and be listened to. Also, it seems to be stronger right after I roll out of bed (assuming I've actually had a full night's sleep), so the best ideas and prose comes at me during the morning shower...
I do my best problem solving in the shower - I have the clearest view of how a problem I've been working on should nut out. One of my former flatmates used to joke they were going to buy me a divers notepad as I was always drawing in the steam on the shower screen.
Caffeine Correlation (Score:5, Interesting)by DaveAtFraud (460127) on Wednesday October 09, 2013 @10:39PM (#45087973) Homepage Journal
My productivity peaks about 15 minutes after drinking a large cup of coffee. How large the cup has to be depends on the time of day so we're talking gallons before 10:00 am and just a shot of espresso around 10:00 pm.
by LongearedBat (1665481) on Thursday October 10, 2013 @04:51AM (#45089247)My creativity peaks before noon (and late evening).
My productivity peaks after noon.
I wonder if I'd achieve more if they coincided...?
mostly unrelated to time of day
But when
- - I don't have to wait for manager's decision
- - I'm not forced to juggle 5 projects at the same time
- - when the memory is plenty, the network is fast and properly configured and Windows does not get in the way
- - the task is interesting/challenging
(Picked 4am-8am) Those couple of hours before more people get to work are like candy to me! Sweet, quiet, candy.
I agree with you - though I get in at 7am. The morning hours are the quietest around here('cept today where we had an all associates meeting, thus me being on
How does it feel to be a fully grown adult whose bedtime is the same as the kids'?
I once had a job where I had to head out to work at 3AM, and wouldn't get back home until 5PM. I'm amazed I didn't slit my own throat.
My results are from 12pm to 4pm only because my mornings are wasted by too many meetings.
If I were to produce anything at all, those of you still working would look really bad.
My peak productivity is roughly from 5 PM to 8 PM. It has nothing to do with my mental state or caffeine intake. It is simplt because that is the time when I can concentrate on my work without being interrupted almost continuously by emails, telephone calls, my boss, my coworkers etc.
Or between six beers and waking up next to CowboyNeal... Sheesh. Too PG.
Usually my kids go to sleep about 9:30, and then I can get some time to concentrate on my job. During the day I am interrupted at least 10 times an hour and I am lucky if I write 100 lines of code in the entire day. But at night, I can get quite a lot more coding done.
Should be, I am never reproductive. This is
As long as my OCD doesn't take over.
I get shit done.. loads of it. Without others around to disturb me with their constant interruptions, I am super productive! The downside is not getting home in time to see my kids before they go to bed.


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Dog Paw Injuries
Dog Paw Injuries (Canine Paw Infections and Cuts)
Signs and Symptoms
If we humans ran around all day barefoot, we would have to endure frequent foot injuries. So instead we wear shoes and boots to protect ourselves against the terrain, weather, and other hazards. Dogs, on the other hand, typically do not wear any sort of footwear and are continuously exposed to a variety of potentially dangerous conditions. This is especially true for adventurous dogs that enjoy spending plenty of time outdoors. For these animals, paw injuries are quite common and have numerous potential causes and sources. Yet, even less active canines are quite susceptible to sustaining paw injuries of different types. While the symptoms and warning signs will vary depending upon the type of injury that has occurred, most dogs experiencing a problem with one of their paws will favor that paw, limping and showing a reluctance to use the affected leg or foot. Thus, favoring a paw is the main warning sign of a dog paw injury while additional general symptoms include whining and other behavioral indications of pain and distress.
Since there are practically endless potential hazards that can give rise to a canine paw injury, specific symptoms will depend upon the type of injury sustained. In some circumstances, the type of injury present may not be particularly obvious, while in others it will be more apparent. Two common types of injuries include cracks or cuts on a dog's footpads. Both of these types of injuries should be visible upon inspection of the favored paw. A dog may also lick at a paw injured in either of these two ways, and cuts to a dog's footpads tend to bleed a fair amount. If a cut becomes infected, the injured paw may become swollen and warm to the touch.
Foreign objects lodged between a dog's toes can also cause significant discomfort. If this is the problem that your dog is experiencing, the object may be visible between the toes and there could also be signs of irritation and possibly infection, including redness, inflammation, and discomfort. Furthermore, dogs suffering from this type of injury will often lick and bite at the paw in an effort to remove the foreign object.
Broken toenails are another form of dog paw injury that can be quite uncomfortable for your pet. Broken toenails can cause pain, irritation, and limping, and the broken nail should be visible. Other toe injuries are also common, including broken and dislocated toes. In such circumstances, the injured toe may be swollen and obviously painful. When a dog is stung by bee, wasp, or hornet on its paw, possible symptoms include swelling, itching, and pain. The insect's stinger may also be visible at the site of the sting. Other injuries, such as broken bones, bruises, and muscular pulls and strains, may not have any outwardly visible signs other than limping and reluctance to put weight on the affected paw. Occasionally, however, swelling and significant pain may be evident.
While the majority of canine paw injuries are relatively minor and will heal quite quickly with limited help, in some cases these injuries are more serious and require treatment by a veterinarian. If your dog has sustained a paw injury and you are unsure about its cause or severity, or if your dog appears to be in distress, be sure to contact your veterinarian so that your pet's health and comfort can be restored as soon as possible.
In order to diagnose the specific type of paw injury that is affecting a canine patient, a veterinarian will conduct a thorough physical examination. In most cases, it will be relatively easy for the practitioner to identify the specific problem that is bothering your pet. While conducting the physical exam, the doctor will look for any clinical signs that can help to pinpoint the type of injury present. At this point, the veterinarian will also go over the animal's medical history. This is the time where you, as the pet owner, can provide valuable information regarding your pet's recent behaviors, symptoms, daily routines, and activities. In the majority of cases, a physical examination and the canine's medical history will provide sufficient information and clues for a diagnosis to be reached. However, in certain circumstances, further diagnostic tests may be necessary.
The types of supplementary tests and tools that will be required will depend upon the type of injury that is suspected to be present. For instance, x-rays can be used in order to confirm the presence of a broken bone while blood tests are useful with respect to checking for possible infections. As noted previously, however, the majority of dog paw injuries will be readily identifiable to the trained eye of a veterinarian.
A canine paw consists of four toes that make contact with the ground, and a nail for each toe. Some dogs also have a fifth toe or dew claw located further up the leg. On the bottom of a dog's paw are protective keratinous footpads that are designed to provide cushioning and to shield the foot from potential hazards. Yet, even these special footpads are relatively vulnerable to certain conditions and can become injured. Most frequently, injuries to a dog's footpads include cuts and cracks. At the same time, a dog's toes and legs can also become injured. Skin, bone, muscular, and soft tissue injuries can all occur, causing varying degrees of pain and discomfort for your pet. Since a dog uses its paws for countless different activities — including running, jumping, and digging — it's no wonder that the types of paw injuries that can occur are numerous and varied.
While the types of paw injuries that can be sustained are numerous, the potential causes of canine paw injuries are even greater in number and diversity. One of the greatest culprits with respect to dog paw injuries is the surrounding environment. Sharp rocks and rough terrain can cause injuries to a dog's footpads, especially cuts. Other objects such as thorns and broken glass can also lacerate the protective footpads. Countless different objects from the ground, indoors and outdoors, can also cause injury by becoming lodged between a dog's toes. All of these events not only cause discomfort and irritation themselves, but they can also lead to infection. The weather is another facet of the environment that can give rise to dog paw injuries. Hot, dry weather and very cold weather can both cause cracks in a dog's footpads. Furthermore, hot weather can lead to extremely warm surfaces, such as cement and asphalt, which can burn a dog's feet.
In addition to these environmental causes, a number of different activities can also lead to paw injuries. Running, jumping, rambunctious playing, and slipping can all lead to injuries, including strained muscles and ligaments. Even something as simple and accidental as a person stepping on a dog's paw can cause a broken toe or bruise. Broken toenails can also occur quite easily, and can result from a variety of different everyday activities. Moreover, curiosity or even just pure accident can lead to a dog receiving an insect sting to its paw. As a result, it's clear that dog paw injuries can be caused by a myriad of different factors, influences, and events.
The treatment required by your dog for its paw injury will depend upon the specific type of injury that is present. Most such injuries will require very minimal treatment, although some will need more care and attention. For example, broken toenails will need to be clipped off while cuts will need to be carefully cleaned and treated with an antiseptic ointment or cream. In the case of more serious cuts, stitches may be necessary. Cracks in a dog's footpads may need to be treated with a soothing ointment while broken bones may require a split. In many situations, it can be helpful to use a special doggie boot in order to protect the affected paw and prevent further injury from occurring. This is especially true when a dog's footpad is injured, as it is very easy for continued irritation to interfere with the recovery of these pads.
When a foreign object is lodged between a dog's toes, the object will need to be removed. If you cannot do this easily on your own, a veterinarian's assistance will be necessary. If your dog's paw has become infected as a result of a cut, broken nail, or foreign object, certain medications or ointments may be prescribed in order to combat the infection. Soothing lotions may also be recommended to treat symptoms of an insect sting. Many paw injuries, such as bruises and most muscle strains, simply require time to heal rather than any specific form of treatment.
For many types of dog paw injuries, especially for footpad injuries, natural remedies can be very helpful with respect to promoting quick healing and restoring comfort. Such products consist of natural ingredients that provide an array of beneficial properties for your injured pet. For example, Arnica reduces both pain and inflammation while stimulating a dog's immune system and helping to combat infections. In addition, St. John's wort promotes the healing process while also providing relief from pain and inflammation. With so many beneficial effects, natural remedies can help to restore your dog's health and comfort when it is suffering from a paw injury.
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I am getting a new hdtv and I am having a difficult time deciding between two tv's:
I like the fact that the XVT3D474SV has a full array of local dimming (or smart dimming) led's. Also the XVT473SV, which is the same thing with out 3D, has the Editors Choice in Aug 2010.
But the cnet review for the M3D470KD, says it " produces some of the deepest black levels and most accurate color of any LED TV this year.
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The ABC TV show about what happens in the future apparently doesn't have one. FlashForward has been cancelled after one season.
FlashForward begins as the world's population blacks out for 137 seconds and they "flash forward" to see visions of their lives six months in the future. The series' ensemble cast includes Joseph Fiennes, John Cho, Jack Davenport, Zachary Knighton, Peyton List, Dominic Monaghan, Brian F. O'Byrne, Courtney B. Vance, Sonya Walger, and Christine Woods.
The series debuted in September and attracted a 4.0 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 12.47 million viewers. With a lot of buzz, it seemed like ABC had a hit. For week two, the ratings dropped to a still very respectable 3.7 and 10.73 million.
But then viewership just kept falling, hitting a low of a 2.1 in the key demo and just 7.1 million viewers. Then, ABC pulled the series for three months. The spin was that they would relaunch FlashForward after the Olympics.
The network gave the return a significant amount of promotion but it didn't help. FlashForward's ratings were even worse and they just kept dropping. They've gotten so bad that The CW has been beating them in the demo.
To no surprise, ABC has cancelled FlashForward after one season of 20 episodes. The series finale will air in two weeks, on May 27th.
What do you think? Did FlashForward deserve a second season? Could ABC have saved it? If given the chance, how would you wrap it up?
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CAMP LEJEUNE — When Cpl. Heather Redenius asked to attend Mountain Leaders Course, she didn't know she would make history by completing it.
The three-week course in the mountains of Bridgeport, Calif., is among the most physically demanding Marine Corps schools.
It has a 50-percent attrition rate, Redenius said.
She is the first woman to graduate from Mountain Leaders Course.
She quickly noticed she was the only woman in the class, but that gave her motivation, she said.
Redenius said she and 55 other students learned to rappel, climb, lower wounded Marines from cliffs, tie knots and set a bridge made of one rope at the "fast-paced" school.
"You get very fatigued very quickly both mentally and physically," said Redenius, of 8th Engineer Support Battalion. "If you don't stay on top of what they're teaching you, there's no way you will pass."
Redenius, 23, of Janesville, Wis., said learning new skills daily made the challenges more bearable.
"I hope I'm paving the way for other females to follow in my footsteps and they learn that anything is possible if you put your mind to it," Redenius said.
For Redenius, the course was a personal challenge.
"I looked at it as just one more course that I was given the opportunity to succeed and excel in," she said.
Redenius said she sensed no animosity from her peers and never felt out of place.
"At the very end, a lot of them told me they were glad I came and that I blew them away with my performance," she said.
First Sgt. Monroe Boykin, 39, of Havelock, who has known Redenius since June 2011 while serving as her company first sergeant, said her success was no surprise.
He recalled seeing her performance during improvised explosive device training.
"All I saw was constant work being done," Boykin said. "When I met her, I was blown away by her initiative and drive to accomplish the mission."
Throughout her training, Redenius was at "full speed," Boykin said.
"She has a genuine maturity," Boykin said. "She is willing to be led and is willing to lead. She has a drive to learn and be taught."
Gender is a big topic in the Corps, Boykin said, but it's not one that matters.
"It's all about character," Boykin said. "And she's got it."
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Boy, oh boy, am I glad I am not the CEO of Novartis Pharmaceuticals right now. On January 9th of this year the company issued a voluntary recall of some of their over-the-counter human products including Excedrin, NoDoz, Gas-X Prevention Products, and Bufferin. It seems that these medications contained stray tablets, capsules, or caplets from other Novartis drugs including prescription painkillers manufactured at the same facility.
Now veterinarians are involved in the ruckus with the announcement that the following drugs are/soon will be on back order:
Interceptor Flavor Tabs® (heartworm preventive)
Sentinel Flavor Tabs® (flea control product)
Program Tablets and Suspension® (flea control product)
MilbeMite® (medication to treat ear mites)
Deramaxx® (pain relief medication)
The explanation for the backorders is closure of a Novartis manufacturing facility in Lincoln, Nebraska. The details are murky as of yet, but interruption of the manufacture of such top selling drugs typically means one thing and one thing only. I suspect that Novartis has been busted for being sloppy, perhaps as related to the recent recall of some of their big-name over-the-counter human products.
Such sloppiness seems to have spilled over to the Novartis animal health division as evidenced by the following letter recently delivered to veterinarians about Clomicalm®, a medication to treat separation anxiety in dogs:
Dear Doctor:
Novartis Animal Health US, Inc. is committed to delivering safe and efficacious veterinary products, and would like to inform you about a recent development involving CLOMICALM® (clomipramine hydrochloride) tablets.
Due to potential packaging issues at our manufacturing facility, there is a rare possibility that a wrong tablet may be found in bottles of CLOMICALM. Novartis has not received any reports where a patient experienced a product mix-up, nor has Novartis received any adverse events attributable to a product mix-up. However, as a precautionary measure, we would like to extend the following recommendations.
- Before dispensing CLOMICALM, open each bottle and examine the contents for tablets that are broken or incorrect in color, shape or size (visual guide included).
- Post a copy of the Dear Valued Customer letter issued by Novartis Animal Health in your clinic (copy included).
- Distribute copies of the Dear Valued Customer letter to affected pet owners. Novartis Animal Health will send your clinic extra copies upon request. If you publish a clinic newsletter, please consider using the provided notice.
- Report any abnormal findings to Novartis Animal Health at 800-637-0281.
- Return affected product to Novartis Animal Health; call the aforementioned number for full details.
- Inform your clients who have already received CLOMICALM® to examine tablets and refrain from administering any that are questionable in color, shape or size; and to contact Novartis Animal Health to discuss product return of affected bottles.
- Keep records of communication with pet owners in patient files.
- Ensure that any re-packaged tablet bottles are labeled with the product lot number.
Novartis Animal Health requests that you complete and return the enclosed Response Card reflecting that you have read and understand these points, and have discussed them with your clients.
Canine separation anxiety is a complex disorder that has great bearing on patient quality of life and the human-companion animal bond. Uninterrupted treatment is essential for successful management of this condition. Our veterinarians are prepared to discuss best practices with you in the event patients require alternative therapies, in order to minimize the risk of adverse events and potential relapse of signs.
We thank you for your attention and cooperation regarding this important issue. If you have any further questions, please contact Technical Product Services and Pharmacovigilance at 1-800-637-0281.
My response to a letter like this is, "Oy vey!" although I admit to being excited about adding the word "pharmacovigilance" to my repertoire!
So, what does this mean for you and your pets? If you are treating your dog or cat with a product manufactured by Novartis Animal Health, I strongly encourage you to call or email your veterinarian to plan a course of action. If need be, he or she may recommend an alternative so as to avoid any interruption in your pet's therapy.
Is your dog or cat currently taking a Novartis product? If so, which one?
Best wishes,
Nancy Kay, DVM
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Author of Speaking for Spot: Be the Advocate Your Dog Needs to Live a Happy, Healthy, Longer Life
Author of Your Dog's Best Health: A Dozen Reasonable Things to Expect From Your Vet
Recipient, Leo K. Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award
Recipient, American Animal Hospital Association Animal Welfare and Humane Ethics Award
Recipient, Dog Writers Association of America Award for Best Blog
Recipient, Eukanuba Canine Health Award
Recipient, AKC Club Publication Excellence Award
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Please visit http://www.speakingforspot.com to read excerpts from Speaking for Spot and Your Dog's Best Health. There you will also find "Advocacy Aids"- helpful health forms you can download and use for your own dog, and a collection of published articles on advocating for your pet's health. Speaking for Spot and Your Dog's Best Health are available at www.speakingforspot.com, Amazon.com, local bookstores, and your favorite online book seller.


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What to expect after blood transfusion
After a blood transfusion there are certain follow-up tests a patient can expect to encounter.
It's pretty typical after receiving a transfusion for your doctor to conduct further blood testing to see how your body is responding to the new blood, the Mayo Clinic states.
Doctors may also test your blood to make sure your blood levels have reached the right levels. The Mayo Clinic says that if a person was anemic before a transfusion, for example, that the doctor may test to see if your red blood cell count was raised after the transfusion.
According to the Mayo Clinic, for cancer patients who have low platelet counts before a transfusion, doctors may check your blood for your platelet count.
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Convenient Truths: Numbers Never Lie
Our Convenient Truths contest may have ended last month, but as things turn out it's impact is still going strong, which is great because that was kind of the point of the whole exercise.
I got an e-mail from Jessica at Treehugger with some cool news and numbers. According to the statisticians,
- There were over 150 videos made
- 200,000+ people watched some or all of them
- 15,000 votes were cast
- There were more than 20 media mentions from Britain's Globe to Martha Stewart to Slate magazine.
- We made 15,000 myspace friends
- Between Treehugger and the Inspired Protagonist, there were 92 contest posts to get people thinking about climate changes
Though she can't say anything more at the moment, Jessica also reports that there's some major media interest in spreading the winning videos around even further and airing them on other web sites and even on TV.
That's very cool news because, again, the reason we created this contest was not just so people could have fun with their video cameras (although that was certainly always part of it) but to spread the word about global warming and show people that they can make a serious difference. The more people who see the videos, the more that message spreads. We can also help propagate the meme by doing a little spreading of our own and taking the videos viral.. When you've got a spare second, send an e-mail to your tribe and tell them to take a look and then share whatever they like with whoever they want. How cool would it be if everyone in the country eventually saw these things and realized that preventing climate change is not up to somebody else. It's up to each of us.
You can point your peeps to the winners of the contest here. Or send them to the contest site to see 'em all. Let's keep the wires humming and the actions coming.


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Giant statues could make their home at a retreat in Machias
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Jon Hintzman and Danielle Gennety measure a statue they found for free on Craigslist.
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One of the two statues found free on Craigslist
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Danielle Gennety and Jon Hintzman work on plans to move one of the statues.
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A piece of the statue�s base is falling off.
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One of the two statues found free on Craigslist in Everett Friday afternoon. Photo taken 20140307
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Asher Coleman, 9, and Loki Castillo, 2, check out one of the statues.
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Danielle Gennety has a moment with one of the statues.
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(From left) Erin Gualco, Asher Coleman and Danielle Gennety crowd under a statue Friday afternoon. Gualco and Gennety are working on a plan to transport this statue and a similar one to their property.
The woman is about 12 feet tall and lifts her hands to reveal spiral patterns on her palms.
Each is bright gold with piercing dark eyes.
The statues have been standing watch in front of a home in south Everett that for 14 years was used as a temple by the Cambodian Buddhist Society Of Prasat Ratanak Baramei.
Now, the temple has closed, the property is being sold to a Christian school and the statues need to be moved.
Erin Gualco has a vision of them in her front yard.
"They'll be perfect for here," said Gualco, who along with Danielle Gennety runs Our Sacred Acres, a spiritual retreat in Machias.
It's just a matter of getting them there.
Barry Sarles bought the 3½-acre Everett property in a foreclosure auction and is selling it to the school. He estimates the statues weigh 3,000 to 4,000 pounds apiece —1½ to 2 tons. Their cores are hollow but they're made with a heavy plaster and painted gold.
"It takes a crane and a flatbed," he said.
Sarles lives in Lynnwood and has an insurance business in Everett. He buys and sells real estate on the side.
He advertised the statues on Craigslist, offering them for free to anyone who could round up the equipment capable of hauling them off.
He's had calls from more than 20 interested parties, but so far none have come through with the right rigs.
"Everybody wants cool stuff for free," Sarles said. "They're gorgeous, in perfect condition."
One group said they had the equipment to move the statues but wound up taking only the two smaller, lion-like gargoyles that stood in front of the male figure, he said.
"It was a scam," Sarles said.
Gualco saw the statues on Craigslist but they'd been claimed by that time, she said. After the lions were removed, Sarles again posted an ad offering the statues for free.
"I just happened to get on right after he had reposted it," Gualco said. She called and Sarles promised the statues to her if she could get them moved.
Gualco is working to round up help and Sarles said she has first dibs.
"There's other people on hold until she can get it together or not," he said. "At this time, she's Numero Uno."
Our Sacred Acres provides space for people to get quiet and connect with their spirituality through nature, the women said.
"We honor every expression of spirituality, whatever that may be, and I see these (statues) as a unifying force," Gennety said.
They'll bring that along in more ways than one.
They're located at the end of Valhalla Drive. Votive candles bearing images of Jesus and the Virgin Mary, commonly found at Latino markets, have been left at the feet of each figure.
According to one online post about Khmer culture, "baramei" means aura or glow.
That describes the male figure to a "T", Gualco said.
"It has such an energy," she said.
The spirals on the female statue's palms fit the theme of one part of Our Sacred Acres, called the Spiral House, Gualco said.
"One of the core values that I carry is balancing polarities and dualities, and the masculine and feminine is important to me," Gennety said. The statues, she said, "just spoke to my heart."
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