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Our friends at Victoria's Secret just informed us of some exciting news! They have just released a new, limited edition fragrance for spring called Isle of PINK.
It's like a vacation in a bottle with essence of Iced Tulip and Raspberry Sorbet. Enjoy!!
In case you haven't noticed, I am one of the fairest people around. I'm not talking beautiful, ladies, I mean pale! So pale, in fact, that I was nicknamed Casper, the ghost by my high school volleyball team—not exactly the sexy moniker I was hoping for growing up.
There is no way I can get a tan even if I try; I break out in hives and get violently ill in the absence of a parasol and 50 SPF lotion. Now I have tried a ton of self-tanners on the market, hoping for that beautiful J.Lo glow. But those experiences have been utterly unsuccessful; my nickname has gone from Casper the friendly ghost to Tony the tiger.
I have found quite a few beautiful self-tanners, but what about that smell? Most contain a chemical called dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which is the ingredient that messes with your Ph balance and gives off that unpleasant odor. But there are a few products on the market that don't smell bad at all. I usually use Jergens Natural Glow. It takes a few days to build up your tan, but it's very natural looking and perfect if you're fair and not skilled in the art of self-tanning. If I need instant gratification, I use Sun Labs Sunless Tanner because it has a bronzer that leaves me tan and glowing instantaneously. It has absolutely NO SMELL, at least on me it doesn't, so it's worth a try!
SUN Labs Sunless Tanner
Spring is finally here. What a great time of year for makeup. Spring and fall are the two most pivotal and exciting seasons for new cosmetic trends and products.
Since spring is about rebirth and renewal, it may be time to clean out that old makeup bag and try some new things.
Here is a list of some fun, new things for spring we've discovered:
1. Fresh Island Reverie Face Palette
Island Reverie Face Palette is the latest palette introduction from Fresh® Color Laboratories. Luminous eye shadow shades of sheer champagne, shell pink, and rich brown compliment the ultimate coral blush and all-over bronzer to create an ethereal, sun goddess glow.
2. Bobbi Brown's New Lip Gloss Palette
This pretty palette features six exclusive shades of regular and shimmer gloss. It also features a mini lip brush that's very convenient.
3. MAC Mineralize SPF 15 Loose Foundation
A lightweight, loose powder foundation that utilizes the power of minerals to provide the skin with a smooth, radiant, natural finish.
4. Kai Body Polish
Glowing skin and gorgeous scents, talk about paradise! Kai's luxurious salt and sugar body scrub combines natural essential oils and exotic gardenia-scented perfumes to create a tropically fresh concoction that both polishes and hydrates.
5. SKYN Iceland's: The Antidote SPF 18 Mineral Sunscreen
This product takes on your worst enemy—the sun. It protects your skin with a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sun protection. It also helps to repair skin cells and reverse sun damage.
6. Guerlain's Le 2 de Mascara
A cool new mascara concept: A duo-ended two brush mascara that leaves no lash behind. The overall effect is perfect, precise and voluptuous lashes.
7. Phytoprogenium Intelligent Shampoo
An innovation in hair care infused with Progenium, an effective ingredient that protects the scalp's ecosystem and enhances the hair's vitality and beauty.
8. Fusion Micro-Tech Intuitive Active Bronzer
A gorgeous bronzer made with a blend of naturally-derived ingredients, which act together as powerful muscle inhibitors: Vitamin C diminishes dark spots and enhances skin tone, while Vitamin E fights free radicals and prevents premature aging.
9. Tree Hut Brazilian Nut Shea Body Butter
An intense moisturizer containing the sweet essence of Brazil nut oil blended with ultra-rich Shea nut butter to seal in moisture and soften dry, rough skin.
10. Olay Regenerist 14-Day Skin Intervention
A new you in 14 days! This concentrated formula with peptide-B3 complex penetrates and hydrates to significantly firm and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. In just 14 days skin will experience a stronger skin structure as the intensely hydrating system improves skin's moisture barrier.
Victoria's Secret has an exciting offer going on now through April 1, 2008. With any $50 beauty purchase, you get a cute tote full of 13 free goodies from companies such as Michael Kors, Borba, Clarins and Stivectin-SD to name a few.
1. Concern: You're eyes are suffering from puffiness and dark circles
Myth: Preparation H reduces puffiness and dark circles underneath the eyes
Well, in the United States, it was a possibility before they reformulated the cream in 1994. One of the product's ingredients, a yeast derivative that is said to reduce puffiness, is no longer found in the version that's available in the States but is still available in Canada. Nevertheless, using a cream intended for your irritated bum area can cause dry and inflamed skin, even worse an allergic reaction. There are plenty of wonderful over the counter creams that are intended for the Louis Vuitton luggage you're carrying under your eyes!
Suggested Product(s):
LiftFusion Micro-Injected M-Tox Transdermal Eye Lift
2. Concern: You're not sure if shaving is best for hair removal
Myth: Shaving will make your hair grow in thicker and darker
Your hair follicles don't have tiny little receptors telling them that they should grow in thicker when you shave. When the hair is shaved, the edge is cut bluntly and that increase of edge is what you see. To get the best shave, use a new, sharp razor—and take your time. Shave down the leg, in the direction the hair grows.
Suggested Product(s):
Gillette Venus Vibrance, Razor for Women with Soothing Vibrations
Method Body Shave Cream, Eternal Optimist
3. Concern: You have enlarged or congested pores
Myth: You can make your pores smaller
Your pores do not have little flaps or doors that open and close.The size of your pores is genetically determined so once you reach puberty, the pores become their adult size. However, they can appear to be overly enlarged if they become impacted with oil, dirt or bacteria so it's important to have a good cleansing regime and good exfoliant to help aid in making them appear smaller.
Suggested Product(s):
SkinCeuticals Foaming Cleanser
Peter Thomas Roth Un_Wrinkle Peel Pads
4. Concern: You can't get your lashes as curled as you desire
Myth: Curling lashes after mascara will cause lashes to break
Curling your lashes after your mascara application is supposedly 'bad'. I've come to the conclusion that it works best to curl before and after. I curl my lashes before mascara, holding the curler tight for a few seconds at the base of my lashes and another curl, closer to the tips. Then, after applying mascara, I wait a few seconds for them to get a bit more dry and do a quick curl, just at the base. The dampness of the mascara can take a lot of the curl out of the lashes so this is a great tip to ensure your lashes get a full curl! Shu Uemura is my favorite curler and hands down the most popular among Makeup Artists!
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5. Concern: You want to avoid getting stretch marks
Myth: Applying cocoa butter will prevent Stretch Marks from appearing
Many women believe that using lotions and creams help prevent stretch marks, Sadly, this isn't true. Stretch marks are formed below the top layer of skin, where the cocoa butter and olive oil can't reach. The number of stretch marks you get depends on how elastic your skin is and one thing is fairly certain: genetics do appear to play a role in whether or not you are predisposed to getting them. This means that if your mother got stretch marks during pregnancy, you may be more likely to get them yourself. If you do have stretch marks there are a few things you can do to minimize their appearance. These are a few products that I've used on myself personally and found that they helped out a lot.
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Spring is upon us and it's time to show off your more delicate side! Now I know runway trends can often be all over the place and difficult to translate into real life but one thing is for certain this season is all about beautiful pastels all over the eyes. With this season's focus on floral prints and gradation of color, 1960's inspired colors in soft pastels like lilac, green and blue are beautifully complimentary to any look.
If soft pastels seem a little boring to you then try taking the look up a notch by pairing the eyeshadow with a sexy cat eye. You can use black cream liner and a small angled brush to perfect this look straight off the runway.
Matte foundation is also another Spring trend. L'Oreal True Match foundation is a great base for achieving this look. It provides the coverage you need yet it's not cakey looking and dries to a beautiful powdery finish leaving your skin looking perfect. It's also a great deal for the budget conscious!
If the whole idea of pastels isn't rocking your world then try a sexy crimson matte lip. I've seen this trend for a while now which suggest that it will also translate into the Fall season again so ladies, hold on to your lipstick!
Why weren't Nicole Paxson's cosmetics around when I was in high school? God knows I've had my fair share of coverage issues!
Nicole has been struggling her whole life with the chronic illness lupus. If you have Lupus, your immune system attacks healthy cells and tissues by mistake. This can damage your joints, skin, blood vessels and organs. One side effect of this disease causes a red "butterfly rash" all over the face and body. It's as though the rash is immune to makeup which is one of the reasons Nicole is fighting back to literally change the face of the disease altogether.
I personally love the coverage of this product but is even better for anyone that has issues with Rosea discoloration, acne scarring, dark circles, or unwanted spider veins. Being a redhead, I find this near and dear to my heart. I am so fair and freckle so easily that I never leave the house without great SPF protection on my face and quite personally I don't feel like connecting the dots on my body after a ride in my convertible so I love the fact that everything is made with the highest levels of SPF UVA/UVB sun protection available in a foundation line and while amazing in coverage it doesn't look like you have pounds of makeup on your face!
Are you in the mood to take your makeup up a notch? This liner is amazing for a night on the town or if you just want to try something fun! Victorias Secret is launching this new product from their Beauty Rush line. Now let me tell you something, when I am on a shoot I always need to get creative to create bold new looks. I am a huge fan of metallics, sparkle and yes I said it, glitter. A lot of times I take on the persona of a chemist blending shadows, pigments and glitter to add a little twinkle to my makeup so this is why I am so excited about this liner!
You can use it just as a liner or a trick that I discovered while playing around with it is to apply it to your lash line and allow 20 seconds to get a bit tacky, then tap it around your lid for a smoldering twinkle effect. This is also something that can be done over your regular eye makeup especially in a pinch if you are going out directly from work.
Liquid Metal, Teal Zeal, Platinumania, Plumburst, Gold Crush and Copperhot.
Coming soon $7.00
Today I did a shoot with Kristen Cavallari for Us weekly at Diane Merrick's boutique. Diane's store is so chic and laid back so it was a bit distracting to do my job!
Kristen has the most AHHHmazing skin ever and she really is super sweet which is always an added bonus! So look for the issue on newstands in a couple of weeks with an honorable mention for Revolutionbeauty.com.


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Keep your home comfortable and cash in on energy savings with the Z-Wave Touchscreen Programmable Thermostat from Honeywell. Designed for easy use, quick installation and packed with convenient features, this thermostat gives homeowners the ability to remotely manage their home's temperature and save money by reducing energy consumption. The thermostat is Z-Wave compatible which allows it to communicate with other Z-Wave enabled home automation devices and be easily integrated into a Z-Wave network. Homeowners can enjoy the benefits of the Z-Wave technology while trusting the comfort control and quality only available from Honeywell.
Offering you the ability to program each day differently and to customize temperatures for four periods per day, this thermostat makes it easy to heat or cool your home for optimum comfort. It features exclusive Honeywell Smart Response Technology and a feature that enables Auto Changes from Heating to Cooling, which continually adjust the pre-heating or cooling of your home for effective results and precise comfort control within 1°F of your desired temperature.
The included wiresaver allows use without a common wire. Z-Wave delivered messages allows the thermostat to be added to or removed from a Z-Wave controller. Intuitive adjustments for precise comfort control, easy to use touch screen display and extra large backlit display with natural language, menu driven programming guides the user through the programming process only showing necessary information and choices on each screen, and the thermostat operating message feature sends a message containing the status of the HVAC equipment.
Z-Wave Compatibility
Z-Wave can help you economize your energy usage by controlling this thermostat, as well as many other devices throughout your home. You could create automated heating or cooling routines based on occupancy or other conditions. For example, when noon sunlight warms up your home, Z-Wave can automatically lower your motorized window shades, which in turn will tell the thermostat to adjust itself to a correspondingly economical setting. Z-Wave can monitor your entire home's energy usage in just this way, 24/7, which provides you with maximum savings and makes your home greener.
Convenient and Efficient for At-Home Comfort
You know that turning down your heat at night saves you money, but you hate waking up and making breakfast in a freezing cold kitchen. You also don't want to run your AC all day while you're at work, but you want your home to be cool and comfortable when you get home. These issues, and more, are solved with a programmable thermostat; simply set schedules for when the thermostat should operate that are convenient to your schedule. The customized settings add luxury to your home while affording you valuable savings on your energy bill.
An Easy Way to Save Energy and Money
If programmed as directed, this thermostat offers you the ability to save up to 33% on annual heating and cooling costs (savings may depend on the geographic region you live in and your energy usage).
Convenient, Intelligent Features and Broad Compatibility
This thermostat delivers permanent day and time settings that are even maintained during power outages, and it offers the option of automatically adjusting for Daylight Savings Time, as well as a filter change reminder function that can help you keep your heating/cooling system operating at optimum efficiency.
This thermostat is compatible with a broad range of 24-volt heating and air conditioning systems, including both single-stage and multi-stage heating and cooling systems, heat pumps with and without auxiliary (back-up) heat, gas fireplaces, steam or gravity, hot water, and heating only or cooling only systems. It is not compatible with electric baseboard heat (120-240 Volts) or 750 millivolt systems.
Some homes, perhaps yours among them, have the existing thermostat wired with 4-conductor cable. This intelligent thermostat is capable of sending separate commands to the AC compressor and to the circulating fan, but this requires a "common" wire. In case your existing installation does not have a common, use the included Wiresaver module to install this thermostat. The Wiresaver acts as a splitter and carries both compressor and fan commands over one of your existing conductors. It's simple to install and is mounted next to your HVAC system.
Specifications Manufacturer Honeywell Manufacturer Product No. TH8320ZW1007/U UPC 085267669856 Power Requirement 24VAC (supplied by HVAC system)
One lithium backup battery
Wiring Connections R, RC, W, W2, Y, Y2, G, C, L E, AUX, K, O/B Dimensions 8.75" x 6.5" x 1.75" Mfgr Warranty 5 years, limited
- Review of 300673 Review by ROBERT
Review of 300673
There is some type of Z-Wave Firmware bug that does not allow this thermostat to work on a 2GIG Go!Control panel. Tried multiple version of software of the 2GIG panel and it will learn into the network, but does not allow the thermostat to function properly. In talking to 2GIG and Sigma Designs (the Z-Wave folks) I found out that HW used a different version of the Thermostat command class, making it incompatible with 2GIG panels and as Sigma said probably most other Z-Wave controllers.
Posted on 6/17/2014
- Review of 300673 Review by FRED
Review of 300673
Received my Honeywell thermostat very fast from Smarthome, packed well and undamaged. I already owned the equivalent style unit (Vision Pro TH8000) that I had installed several years ago with my A/C-heat pump. I was used to the layout and touch screen UI and found it comfortably familiar in operation to the old Honeywell model. The new unit used the identical wire connections, so that part of the install went quicker than the original very involved learning curve. The myriad of option choices in the complex setup is paid back however by allowing for a wide range of HVAC configurations. Very comprehensive. The Zwave model, though very similar in appearance is larger in every dimension. Make sure there is enough room between trim moldings for this larger "wall print." One other note: On the old tstat I had the optional external temperature probe and there is no provision for that option in the ZWave model. Initially I chose to not use the thermostat's programmable schedule as I was anxious to get the new unit into my Zwave network and check it out. The inclusion went flawlessly and my Vera saw it immediately and the response is near-immediate on temp or mode changes. I've since decided to use the Vera controller exclusively to operate the scheduling, I also have a mini-split that is controlled with the Remotec Zwave IR controller and several fans that I don't wish to be running during the day when we are away and the A/C is essentially off. Such unnecessary air movement tends to warm the house by convecting currents around less energy efficient windows. The Vera scene allows those ancillary devices to be turned on and the evening temp set all from the same scene programming. That schedule is easily disabled (or modified) when we will be late or away for a few days. The temp can be adjusted and monitored remotely by smart phone for a return to a comfy home. All and all this has been an excellent addition to my home automation project/hobby.
Posted on 6/12/2014
- Review of 300673 Review by LARRY
Review of 300673
Fantastic Product, easy to install, and the Z-Wave was easy setup
Posted on 4/2/2014
- Review of 300673 Review by HERIBERTO
Review of 300673
Purchased this thermostat to replace a two stage aprilaire testator for my high efficiency central air unit. I love the fact that it works with my honeywell lynx 5100 security system and that I can program this stat through the security systems remote "total connect" application. So now I can adjust temperatures from anywhere or program setbacks based on the security systems state. I would have given this stat five stars if it had the ability to also control my whole house humidifier, now that would have been over the top perfection. All in all, this was a great purchase. Ps, I did have to run an extra wire from the stat to my furnace but it wasn't a big deal.
Posted on 3/5/2014
- Review of 300673 Review by JAMES
Review of 300673
Installation was a snap, even the holes on the new backing plate of the thermostat lined up with the old screw holes in the wall. Now for setup. There were two manuals with the thermostat (installation guide and operating manual). Use the **Installation Guide**. Page 6 in the installation guide shows you how to get into the installer setup which allows you to configure everything. The operating manual on page 12 shows you how to get into advanced functions which contain some of the installer functions but not all. Just use the installation guide and follow directions and it works great. Added the Thermostat to my ZWave network first try and now have remote control from my phone. This Thermostat is compatible with 2-transformer systems (separate Heat Rh and cooling Rc) leads. Just remove the jumper wire connected between Rc & Rh. It's been up and running for over a month with no issues. Great product.
Posted on 1/26/2014
- Review of 300673 Review by CHRIS
Review of 300673
Very happy with this product (I purchased 2) & SmartHomes service. The only thing that would make it perfect is some help understanding how many stages of heat or cool my system is. While this isn't necessarily Smart Home's responsibility, the nature of all these products is DIY & you need to know this about your HVAC system to properly set up your Tstats.
Posted on 1/22/2014
- Review of 300673 Review by GEORGE
Review of 300673
Follow the instructions and it will work great. Its nice to control the cooling from your bet.
Posted on 11/9/2013
- Review of 300673 Review by Barry
Review of 300673
Works great. For those of you interested in integrating in with ADT Pulse system, it works great with the system
Posted on 8/16/2013
- Review of 300673 Review by JAMES
Review of 300673
Thermotstat works well, Z-Wave integration with my Vera 3 works perfectly. I first tried using the Wiresaver module, which I could not get to work properly. It was easier to just run a new control wire with the proper connections.
Posted on 7/27/2013
- Review of 300673 Review by JUSTIN
Review of 300673
Worked great with my z wave integrated lynx 5100. Directions for application with this system could have been better but after figuring out how it worked together my thermostat and security system are working in harmony. Great price from Smarthome.
Posted on 7/19/2013
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UW School of Dentistry
Introduction to Clinical Periodontics
Frank Roberts
1 Credit / Quarter 8 (Summer, Second Year)
Course Description
Clinical periodontics, with emphasis on examination, assessment and comprehensive treatment planning. This course is conducted in concert with Rest Dent 620 and Prosth 620. It is graded C/NC to provide a non-threatening environment for students in their early experience designing treatment plans.
Educational Objectives
The student will gain knowledge of the different periodontal diseases. The objectives will be for the student to be able to (1) conduct detailed periodontal examinations and assessments, (2) record findings in the chart, (3) design periodontal treatment plans in conjunction with other disciplines of dentistry and (4) begin necessary periodontal therapy with emphasis on oral hygiene instruction and subgingival debridement.
Course Outline
Lecture topics are given as part of Rest Dent 620. They include: influence of health history, and head and neck examination findings in treatment planning and actual therapy, design of periodontal therapy as part of a comprehensive and properly sequenced dental plan of care.
Course Expectations
To meet the requirements of this course successfully, the student must design the periodontal component of a comprehensive dental treatment plan in 2 patients.
Effective Winter Quarter 2007, completion of on-line course evaluation is a requirement of this course. Failure to comply will result in an "Incomplete" grade being assigned.
Competencies Addressed
- UWSOD Competency 1: Examine a patient using contemporary diagnostic methods to evaluate the head and neck region and to reach a diagnosis of the patient's oral and craniofacial health status.
- UWSOD Competency 3: Formulate a comprehensive treatment plan based on diagnostic findings, then implement treatment in a safe, properly sequenced and timely manner.
- UWSOD Competency 5: Recognize the limits of their expertise and seek consultation with other health care providers to facilitate patient care.
- UWSOD Competency 14: Manage periodontal diseases.
- UWSOD Competency 16: Manage diseases and conditions of the teeth.
- UWSOD Competency 17: Manage replacement of teeth for the partially or completely edentulous patient.
- UWSOD Competency 26: Evaluate the outcomes of treatment.
Clinical PERIODONTOLOGY by Newman, Takei, Klokkevold and Carranza, 10th ed. 2006
The Red Tape of Clinical Periodontics
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FAYETTEVILLE, AR--Northwest Arkansas may seem like a growing, vibrant and young community, but the elderly population is growing, and officials need to know how to recognize signs of abuse.
"If they are trained to recognize signs of elder abuse when they get in the home, then they can contact the appropriate authorities."
The Washington County Sheriff's Office held a training course on Friday, educating first responders about the warning signs of elder abuse.
"Since we have an aging population here uh we're seeing more offenses toward the elder population. It's a matter of protecting our elder population."
Sergeant Brad Cavender says every agency in the county needs to know the warning signs.
"It may be the physical condition of the elderly person, the condition of the home, how much food is in the home, how much food isn't in the home. They are required by law to report any concerns of elder abuse to law enforcement."
Looking ahead, Washington County plans to hold more training courses like this one.
"We can share information to make sure the elderly population in the area gets the services and help that they need."


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Generating random words is easy. Producing pronounceable words is a whole other story.
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NBA talent Kyle Singler, the 33rd overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft by the Detroit Pistons, said he has no regret over his decision to spurn the Pistons to play professional basketball in Spain. The Real Madrid forward, selected by Detroit with the 3rd pick in the second round of the draft, is one of a handful of players who didn't return to America once the NBA lockout ended. The former Duke Blue Devils star and 2010 NCAA Tournament MOP has decided to stay in Spain and hone his skills. From the AP: "I knew they were upset, a little disappointed. The bottom line was that I was a little selfish, I wanted the best for myself, I wanted to be happy," Singler told The Associated Press from Madrid's training facilities on the outskirts of the Spanish capital. "It was difficult but, at the end of the day, if I never play in the NBA, would I be disappointed? Sure, but I'm happy I made the decision I made." Consider this the college basketball player of the Grand Tour, a journey taken by ...
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Endometrial biopsy samples reveal glandular degenerative changes and stromal fibrosis (endometrosis) as an inevitable consequence of aging, despite the fact they have not been bred.
Another common characteristic of these mares is uterine fluid. An older maiden mare often has an abnormally tight cervix that fails to relax properly during estrus; as a result, fluid is unable to drain, and it accumulates in the uterine lumen.
In many cases, this fluid is negative for bacterial growth and presence of neutrophils (PMNs). After the mare is bred, the fluid accumulation will be aggravated because of poor lymphatic drainage and impaired myometrial contraction compounded by the tight cervix. The amount of intrauterine fluid will vary in individual mares, and it
ranges from a few milliliters to more than a liter in extreme cases.
Recently, endometrial vascular degeneration has also been considered a contributing factor in the delay in uterine clearance.
To maximize the fertility of these mares, it is vital that the veterinarian is aware of the possibility of this type of uterine and cervical pathology. Many times, owners assume that the fertility of these mares is comparable to that of young maiden mares; one of the most important aspects of breeding the older maiden mare is to make the owner aware that there is a high possibility that she will have difficulty conceiving.
Diagnosis of the Fluid-Producing Mare
Diagnosis can be difficult, because there may only be subtle changes in the uterine environment that are not readily detected by current diagnostic procedures.
Many mares show no signs of inflammation before breeding but will fail to resolve the inevitable endometritis that follows mating. Response to bacterial challenge has been used in a research setting.
Demonstration of clearance failure using scintigraphic and other methods based on charcoal clearance has been used to make an accurate diagnosis of a mare that has a clearance problem, but they are
difficult to apply in practice.
History of repeat breeding and/or fluid accumulation at the time of breeding is perhaps the most useful indicator of a susceptible mare in practice.
If the volume is >2 cm, the fluid may need to be drained and investigated for the presence of inflammatory cells and bacteria. The mare may then need to have a large-volume uterine lavage before breeding. Significant intrauterine fluid present in the early post-breeding period (4-8h after breeding) may also be an indication of poor uterine clearance.
If intrauterine fluid is visible using ultrasonography >18h after breeding, the mare should be diagnosed with defective uterine clearance.
Intrauterine fluid during diestrus is indicative of inflammation and associated with subfertility because of early embryonic death and a shortened luteal phase.
Treatment options
The aim of the treatment should be to assist the uterus in physically clearing the normal inflammatory by-products of the response to breeding.
Both coitus and artificial insemination can be a source of uterine inflammation. It is well known that spermatozoa are responsible for initiating a marked inflammatory response that leads to a persistent endometritis in susceptible mares.
Therefore, susceptible mares should only be bred one time, regardless of whether natural mating or artificial insemination is used.
Within 4 h of mating, the spermatozoa necessary for fertilization are present within the oviduct.
The embryo does not descend into the uterus for ~5.5 days; therefore, mares may be treated safely from 4 h post-mating until 2 days post-ovulation, providing that isotonic solutions are used.
Progesterone concentrations rise rapidly after ovulation, and it is preferable to avoid treatment involving uterine interference after 2 days post-ovulation.
The successful management of older mares should logically require some form of post-mating therapy such as uterine lavage, IV oxytocin, or intrauterine antibiotic infusion. These therapies may be used alone or in combination. For the susceptible mare, treatment should be implemented in the post-breeding period rather than after ovulation.
In the period between breeding and ovulation, the susceptible mare frequently accumulates a large volume of fluid, and bacteria are in a logarithmic phase of growth. Therefore, expedient treatment of these mares is critical to fertility.
Oxytocin is the ideal method of treatment; it is a non-invasive technique and frequently provides early and complete elimination of any intrauterine fluid. The beneficial effect of oxytocin is widely accepted.
Oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions in the cyclical, pregnant, and post-partum mare. This therapy was first suggested to promote
uterine drainage in mares with defective uterine clearance by Allen.
Oxytocin is now widely accepted as an effective therapy in aiding mechanical clearance mechanisms and improving fertility. In a recent study in reproductively normal mares, Paccamonti et al. reported that the half-life of oxytocin was 6.8 min. Mares were given oxytocin
(10 or 25 IU, IV) on the day of or 2 days after ovulation. Neither dose of oxytocin nor day of treatment affected the half-life of the exogenous oxytocin.
There is no advantage in using .25 IU, and it may even be that the same effect can be obtained by use of 10 IU if treatment is during the preovulatory period. Larger doses of oxytocin (25 IU) have been associated with a decreased pregnancy rate; however, this dose is frequently used in clinical practice, and no other studies have reported this finding. The dose of oxytocin used by the author in mares ~500 kg is 20 IU given either IV or IM. Smaller mares are given 15 IU of oxytocin.
Recently, a long-acting analogue of oxytocin, carbetocin, has become available in the United Kingdom and may have an indication where a more prolonged uterine contraction is desired. Preliminary work in the author's practice has shown it to be safe and effective at inducing uterine clearance.
Two IM injections of 0.14 mg carbetocin are given 12 h and 24 h post-breeding in mares with marked uterine edema or free fluid before breeding or in mares with uterine fluid >2 cm deep 12 h postbreeding.
Uterine lavage
Uterine lavage is a useful tool to aid in the mechanical evacuation of the uterine contents. The technique involves infusing ~1 l of previously warmed (~42ºC) sterile physiological (buffered) saline or lactated Ringer's solution into the uterus using a catheter that has been retained within the cervix through a cuff. The fluid is then siphoned out of the uterus by gravity flow. This process is repeated
two to four times or until the effluent is clear.
The optimum time for uterine lavage therapy in highly susceptible mares was found to be between 4 and 6 h in a study by Knutti et al.
Eighteen barren mares with a mean age of 15 were selected. They had been barren for >1 year, had been inseminated during more than six estrous periods, had a history of fluid after breeding, and had failed
to become pregnant with the standard protocol for management as described above. In nine mares, the standard protocol was repeated (control). In the other nine mares, the standard protocol was performed, but the mare's uterus was flushed 4-6 h after insemination.
Twice as many mares with the early lavage were pregnant compared with the group of mares not lavaged until 18-20 h after insemination.
The results of this study correlate with the findings of Brinsko et al. that a uterine lavage performed 4 h after insemination does not
adversely affect conception rate.
In our practice, known susceptible mares are routinely lavaged the day after breeding. Working on the principle that the longer a foreign particle stays in the uterine lumen, the more PMNs accumulate, earlier treatment should reduce the inflammatory reaction and improve the chances for these susceptible mares to get pregnant. Mares believed to be highly susceptible to endometritis based on history or fluid accumulation should have the lavage performed within 4-6 h.
Prostaglandin analogues
Prostaglandins are known to be released from the endometrium very early in mares with endometritis.
The useful role of prostaglandin in increasing myometrial activity and assisting uterine clearance has been shown. On one hand, Cadario et al. and Combs et al. showed that the prostaglandin analogue cloprostenol caused increased clearance of radiocolloid in susceptible mares but at a significantly slower rate than that caused by oxytocin.
On the other hand, cloprostenal caused the uterus to contract for a longer time (5 h) than oxytocin (45 min). Of the prostaglandins administered (PGF2-alpha, cloprostenol, and fenprostalene), cloprostenol produced the most consistent response. Cloprostenol
is indicated in mares that have lymphatic stasis as shown by excessive edema within the endometrium or large lymphatic cysts. The suggested
dose is 250µg cloprostenol given at 12 h and 24 h after breeding.
Cloprostenol should not be given after ovulation to avoid inducing premature luteal regression.
The infusion of broad-spectrum antibiotics after breeding is controversial. In scientific experiments using an endometritis model, it has been shown that saline lavage and uterotonic drugs such as prostaglandin F2-alpha are as effective as antibiotics in eliminating bacteria from the uterus.
However, this was a controlled experimental-type situation in which a single bacterial species (usually streptococci) was infused into the uterus, and lavage treatment was performed at a fixed time (within
12 h of mating).
Under live mating conditions, there is a mixed bacterial contamination, and lavage cannot always be performed within 12 h. For these reasons, the author prefers to use intra-uterine antibiotics as
part of the therapeutic protocol. The treatments have different effects on the uterus: the uterine lavage provides mechanical evacuation of intraluminal fluid and inflammatory products, whereas the single infusion of broad-spectrum antibiotics should prevent any growth of bacteria introduced during insemination or uterine lavage.
Furthermore, mares susceptible to post-breeding endometritis have, according to their history, a reduced capacity of uterine clearance and defense mechanisms.
Therefore, they cannot be compared with healthy mares used in experiments. Routine administration of intrauterine antibiotics has no negative effect on the pregnancy rate of treated mares.
How to breed the mare who accumulates fluid
Overall management of such mares must be excellent before breeding.
If feasible, the use of artificial insemination with fresh semen can be helpful to reduce (but not eliminate) the inevitable post-breeding endometritis.
Prediction of ovulation is made easier by not breeding these mares too early in the year before they have begun to cycle regularly. The use of ovulation-induction agents is recommended to ensure they are only bred one time. Most stallion spermatozoa are viable at least 48-72 h after mating.
Early mating allows more time for drainage of fluid through an open estrous cervix and also uses the natural resistance of the tract to inflammation during estrus. It allows sufficient time to flush the
mares more than once before ovulation if necessary.
Although uterine lavage is possible after ovulation, it is more complicated, because the cervix starts closing. Moreover, the resistance of the tract is reduced, and the uterotonic effect of oxytocin is reduced because of the increasing amount of circulating
If >0.5cm fluid is detected, administering 10-20 IU oxytocin
as an IV bolus can aid in evacuating the uterus.
Resolution of intraluminal fluid should be confirmed with a follow-up ultrasound examination. If intraluminal fluid is still visible, oxytocin is repeated.
Digitally dilating the cervix can also help. If >2cm of fluid is present, the uterus is lavaged as described earlier. Antibiotics before breeding should be avoided because of their possible irritant and/or spermicidal action.
Treatment should be directed at correcting the cause of pneumovagina and concurrently treating the resulting acute endometritis. The former can be done surgically by Caslick's operation.
In mares highly susceptible to post-breeding endometritis, ultrasound
examinations of the uterus should begin within 4-8 h of breeding.
Examination of all other mares can be performed the day after mating to assess the amount and echogenicity of intrauterine fluid.
The first line of defense with mares having <2cm intraluminal uterine fluid after breeding is administration of oxytocin. Typically, 20 IU of oxytocin are administered every 4-6 h IM. This treatment can
easily be accomplished by the stud-farm personnel.
If >2.0 cm of fluid is present in the uterine lumen, uterine lavage is performed. Uterine lavage is followed by administration of 20 IU oxytocin, IV or IM.
In cases where the cervix has failed to relax adequately, digital dilation of the cervix with scrupulous attention to cleanliness is indicated. This is followed by infusion of a low volume (25 ml) of water-soluble, broad-spectrum antibiotics instilled through the cervix into the uterus through a sterile irrigation catheter. Further doses of 20 IU of oxytocin are given every 4-6 h.
In mares with lymphatic stasis, the slower release of prostaglandin (cloprostenol; 250 mcg, IM) or carbetocin (0.14 mg, IM) may be useful in addition to oxytocin.
The carbetocin or cloprostenol should be given no earlier than 6-8 h after the first oxytocin injection.
The mare is reexamined the following day, and oxytocin treatment is repeated if fluid is still present. Only rarely will a second infusion of antibiotics or lavage procedure be performed because of the risk of uterine contamination.
The important concept is to treat in relation to breeding and not wait for ovulation.
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BEIRUT: In collaboration with the NGO YASA (Youth Association for Social Awareness) the mobile telecoms company (MTC) Touch has launched a new road safety campaign titled "Avoid Distracted Driving," aimed at discouraging texting while driving.
The initiative aims to complement the "Drive Zain" safety campaign launched by Touch's mother company Zain across the Middle East and also comes in the wake of the Cabinet's approval of a new traffic law on July 3. The new legislation marks the first revision to Lebanon's traffic law since 1967.
Since 2006 the two organizations have collaborated on a number of initiatives aimed at improving road safety.Corporate communications and relations manager for Touch, Ghada Barakat, said distracted driving has become one of the three main reasons for car accidents, in particular highlighting the dangers posed by texting while driving. YASA statistics estimate that 37 percent of people send and receive texts while driving.
Barakat said the visual, manual and cognitive efforts required to text mean that those texting while driving are 23 times more likely to have a car accident than a normal driver.
In order to raise awareness of the danger of this phenomenon the campaign has a strong street presence on billboards around Beirut, and radio and television interviews have been conducted. YASA also visits schools throughout Lebanon to raise awareness of road safety.
Ziad Akl, YASA's president, said there have been 200,000 beneficiaries from YASA's campaigning.
Akl views the ratification of a new driving law as a potential breakthrough in improving road safety in Lebanon – providing it is implemented.
"It has been 47 years," Akl said. "When the current law was established there were 50,000 cars on the road in Lebanon, now we have 1.4 million.
"A law created in the '60s can't function in 2012," he said, emphasizing that 15 years of Civil War coupled with postwar reconstruction meant that the issue of road safety only became a priority in the early 2000s.
Following the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri in 2005, the issue again fell off the table as civil tension rose once more.
Akl noted that in order to change Lebanese driving habits the government needs to enforce the law, with strict penalties imposed on lawbreakers.
"Some people in Lebanon feel that they are above the law," Akl said. "In terms of the number of people who die and are injured as a result of road accidents in Lebanon it is like an ongoing conflict – killing people daily. The government needs to prioritize this issue."
According to YASA's statistics for 2011, 900 people died and a further 12,000 were injured in Lebanon as a result of road accidents. WHO's data for 2011 said road related deaths accounted for 5.27 percent of total deaths in Lebanon, making it the fourth most common reason for death in the country.
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Members of the Civil Society have appealed to President Paul Kagame not to sign the draft penal code.
During a news briefing yesterday, officials of the Rwanda Civil Society platform stated that they are firmly against the legalising of the conditions that were given an exception for abortion, apart from the fourth clause which states that when continuation of a pregnancy seriously jeopardises the health of the unborn baby or that of the woman.
Edouard Munyamaliza, the Chairperson of the Rwanda Civil Society Platform, said that signing the bill was taking the wrong path.
He stated that legalising abortion "is against our cultural values which should be respected even when making and passing laws." He said that unborn children's rights shouldn't be abused under the guise of women's rights.
Imaculee Ingabire, the Chairperson of Transparency Rwanda, said that there is no way the death penalty can be removed and then legalise abortion, which she said is contradictory since both are forms of killing.
"The only exception to abortion should be when continuation of a pregnancy seriously jeopardises the health of the unborn baby or that of the woman. The rest of the conditions aren't justifiable and shouldn't be made legal, Ingabire said.
She noted that abortion has terrible consequences to a woman's health which are both physical and mental, observing that emphasis should be made on encouraging use of family planning and contraception methods instead of legalising abortion which she referred to as homicide.
Ingabire added that no women's right that supports killing existed, therefore, unborn children should be given a chance to live.
She further noted that the opinions of the public should also be heard through a referendum so Rwandans can give their opinion.
Ingabire and Munyamaliza both contest the findings of a recent survey that was carried out about abortion in Rwanda, saying that they question the methodology that was used.
They argue that it was carried out secretly and civil society organisations weren't involved yet they were vital when it came to such issues.
While the draft penal code that was approved by the chamber of Deputies recently criminalises abortion. Article 165 stipulates that there is no criminal liability for a woman who causes her own abortion and a medical doctor who helps a woman to abort provided that the following four conditions are met:
When one conceives out of rape, incest, subject to forced marriage or abnormality of the unborn child or when the pregnancy can endanger the life of the woman.
Statistics from a recent abortion incidence study, conducted by the Ministry of Health, the National University of Rwanda's School of Public Health and the U.S.-based Guttmacher Institute, shows that the national abortion rate is 25 abortions per 1,000 females aged between 15 and 44.
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Letter from San Francisco #10July 2nd, 2013 by Jane Sloane
I'm back in San Francisco after a trip to New York in a week where a lot has happened in politics, everywhere in the world.
I was on the plane headed back to San Francisco when I received the first tweets about the Australian Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, being deposed by the former Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd. It's one of those times you don't want to be surrounded by a plane full of strangers; instead you want to talk about what's happened.… Continue Reading
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I'm currently back in Australia, having a few precious days at my cottage in Piccadilly and time with my family and friends.
An informed and active citizen movement in Australia is what has moved the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) from being a great idea to an almost certain reality. There's been a groundswell of support for this insurance for a long time now, with many Australians agitating for action to make it happen. The promise of a Federal election in the next few months was the Australian community's ace card to get it across the line. … Continue Reading
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The changing political landscape over the last year, fueled by an active citizenry, has shown us why the fierce courage of Muslim women is important for them, their countries and for ourselves. The focus of this activism — in opening up options for peacemaking and peace-building, in pursuing the creation of democratic societies that are inclusive — diverse in voice and choice and in embracing a moderate form of Islam – is to secure a global transformation of power as much as a regional or country specific transformation.… Continue Reading
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I was in New York to attend the 57th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. The priority theme this year was Prevention and Elimination of Violence to Women and Girls (VAWG). This was in response to the fact that almost 70 per cent of the world's women have suffered some form of violence.
Representatives of Governments came to report on their progress to advance the rights of women and girls and to report on their implementation of the commitments they'd made under the Beijing Platform For Action (PFA) and the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).… Continue Reading
Gender News Report #1February 5th, 2013 by Jane Sloane
As an Australian woman living in the United States, and working with women globally to advance their human rights, it was a momentous week. In the US, President Obama signed a memorandum designed to accelerate, extend and strengthen government actions across multiple sectors to better promote gender equality and empower women and girls.
The President signed this memorandum into law in the presence of Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton. In doing so, he said
"promoting gender equality and advancing the status of all women and girls around the world remains one of the greatest unmet challenges of our time, and one that is vital to achieving our overall foreign policy objectives."
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Happy Valentine's Day!! {Warning: Husband Hijacked the Blog}
Warning: This is not Mandy. "The Husband" has hijacked this blog to wish his wife a Happy Valentine's Day.
If you're new to the blog, you might not realize that I've done this a few times before.
Sometimes just to be sweet like here. Other times to play an April Fool's joke on my wife and video record her snoring. Yeah, I did that here.
Ain't love grand?
Operation: Midnight Love Drop
I wanted to surprise my wife in the morning, so I uncharacteristically bought everything – yes, even flowers! – the day before. #helljustfrozeover
Since the wifey is not the night owl like myself, I calmly waited until she fell asleep, and cautiously crept into the bathroom to leave my Valentine's Day mark.
The results are seen below:
Might not be as clever as my "Post-it explosion" that I share in our romantic ideas video, but I think it turned out pretty nice.
I just hope the boss approves.
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Feeling like I needed to do one more thing, I headed to one of my favorite sites Fiverr.com. Fiverr.com is to me as what Pinterest is to my wife.
I can spend hours on there looking for silly/random/bizarre things that people will do for $5.
- Need someone to call a friend to sing them Happy Birthday with a German accent? Done!
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While browsing I landed on this goldmine of a find. For $5 I got Professor Hans Von Puppet to give my wife a Valentine's day greeting.
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MINNEAPOLIS Andrei Kirilenko will sit with a sore hamstring during Saturday's Timberwolves home preseason opener against the Bulls.Luke Ridnour, who has not yet played this preseason due to a stiff back, is set to make his preseason debut. No word yet on his minutes. Malcolm Lee, who has a groin injury, will not play Saturday, though coach Rick Adelman said that he hopes the second-year point guard can return to practice on Monday.Adelman's impressions: With two preseason games in the books, Adelman said that he hasn't really been surprised by what he's seen from his team. Obviously, a lot is still up in the air, but the fact that the shocks have been kept to a minimum should only be a good thing.Adelman said he was pleased about Dante Cunningham's defensive play Friday in Indianapolis. The forward finished the night with six blocks."He's very active defensively," Adelman said. "His activity is what really makes him effective, and he was very good last night."Derrick Williams saw s...
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Roderick Gilkison, from Bearsden, East Dunbartonshire, has been handpicked for a key role in Outlander, which is being dubbed as Scotland's answer to Game of Thrones.
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Use construction paper, wrapping paper, or a large roll of brown paper to wrap the boxes. For some of the boxes I needed to use two sheets of construction paper and I wrapped each side in its own sheet. After the block was all covered, I used packaging tape and wrapped it around the outside edges of the block to make it more durable. While I was wrapping, the kids used markers to decorate the boxes. All set...and there are so many ways you can have fun learning and playing with your building blocks!
1) Use your blocks to make a city. I'm not sure if the kids had a better time creating and setting up the city or playing in it with their characters and animals, but it was an afternoon of fun.


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Instructors: Brett Rogers/Omaira Bankston, Organizational and Employee Development
For centuries, people have searched for ways to peek into the human mind. The Greek philosopher, scientist and physician, Hippocrates wrote that all human beings could be divided into four distinct personality types. Real Colors is an instrument based on the more modern Temperament theories developed by David Keirsey. It is designed to help people recognize, accept, learn to value and understand human behaviors to improve empathy and communication in the workplace.
To register, please visit http://hr.colorado.edu/training/Pages/register.aspx
Thursday, Mar. 14, 2013
9-11:30 a.m.
Venue: ARC Room 346, East Campus Marine Street
Website: http://hr.colorado.edu/training/Pages/seminars.aspx


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Simon Pegg and Nick Frost may not be as geeky as their sci-fi-loving characters in their new film, "Paul," but they can relate to their especially close relationship.
"We live in our own little world and we have our own little gags," says Pegg, who also co-wrote the movie with Frost, "and we can be in a crowd of people and they cannot understand what we're saying to each other."
That shorthand bond already has served the long-time, off-screen friends—Pegg says Frost knows him better than his wife does—in cult classics such as the zombiefied "Shaun of the Dead" and action-movie blowout "Hot Fuzz."
In "Paul," opening Friday, Pegg is Graeme and Frost is Clive, two comic book fans whose road trip to see famous UFO locations (Area 51; Roswell, N.M.) hits unexpected levels when they're joined by a laid-back alien named Paul (voiced by Seth Rogen). Frost, 38, says the film is the British funnymen's "love letter to Steven Spielberg."
At the Peninsula Hotel, Pegg (seen in the previous and upcoming installments of "Mission: Impossible" and "Star Trek"), 41, and Wright talked about life on other planets, limits to Justin Bieber's popularity and why they'll soon have to play characters who hate each other.
When I interviewed you guys about "Hot Fuzz," you talked about how being action heroes let you look cooler than you really are. Why did you want to look geekier than you really are in "Paul"?
Simon Pegg: That's a very good question.
Nick Frost: We're going to our extremes. For you, Nicholas Angel [from "Hot Fuzz"] is like your hardest and most fierce and most athletic and Danny [from "Hot Fuzz"] is my most stupid. I think these two characters, Graeme and Clive, are our nerdiest and our characters in "Shaun of the Dead" were certainly our most stoned and laziest. I think we've been all of them at different times, and not necessarily all the ones I've played have been me or all [of his characters] have been him. I think you've got to bring a bit of yourself, even if it's 8 percent, for people to believe it.
SP: Also they had to be [geeky] because when we came up with the idea, it was like, "Who would be the funniest people to meet an alien?" And it would be two alien freaks. Two people who were into that [bleep]. Paul even says, "You're a sci-fi nerd, I'm an alien; we should get on really well."
They couldn't be star college quarterbacks.
SP: Exactly. They'd be like (macho voice), "What the [bleep]"
NF: They'd beat him to death.
SP: (redneck voice) "Where the [bleep] is that little [bleep], get him!"
If you woke up and suddenly had an alien pal who wants to hang out, what would you do with him?
NF: Let's go to Giordano's! [Ed. Note: They had deep-dish pizza for the first time the night before this interview.] Let's have a pie!
SP: More pizza. He'd have to have [live exotic birds] on his though. "This is delicious!" The first thing would be just a lot of questions.
NF: I think we'd bring it to one side and we'd say, (whispers), "Just go home."
SP: "It's not worth it."
NF: "Don't let us pollute you with our filth."
Q&A: Simon Pegg and Nick Frost of 'Paul' may soon need to put their on-screen bromance to rest
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Cote d'Ivoire President, Alassane Ouattara, says dialogue remains the immediate solution to the security situation caused by Boko Haram especially in the North-eastern part of the country.
Ouattara, who made this known in Abuja during his meeting with Nigerian businessmen and women, said with dialogue put in place, there will be relative peace in the country.
The Ivorian President cited examples of wars in some countries which lasted for years, but that when dialogue was introduced, peace automatically reigned supreme in such countries.
"Maintaining peace is very challenging. Activities of Boko Haram in Nigeria should be addressed with utmost caution. In this case, the only solution to the problem is dialogue. Federal Government of Nigeria should have a round-table discussion with the leaders of the sect and find a lasting solution to the problem. Even wars between two countries were being tackled with dialogue and this method should be used to solve the problem at hand", he said.
While calling on businessmen and women in the country to invest in Cote d'Ivoire for the country's economic growth, the President explained that the long years of political instability in his country has pulled it back economically.
His words: "I'm in Nigeria for two reasons. First, to thank President Goodluck Jonathan and the whole of Nigeria for standing by me in my trying period. All I can say is 'thank you'. I had wanted to visit Nigeria first to appreciate the people and the government, but President Obama invited me to the United State of America and I had to go there before coming to Nigeria.
"My second mission to the country is to invite all you businessmen and women to Cote d'Ivoire to invest in the economy of the country. We will give you full support and all the encouragement you will need for the growth of your businesses. The internal war in Cote d'Ivoire lasted for 10 years. About 3000 people were killed, while about 10 million were displaced. Between 2000 and 2010, our economy dropped by 6.7 percent. Input stopped for several years. This has affected our economy negatively. With the 20 million indigenes of Cote d'Ivoire and another 20 million foreigners, making up to 40 million population of the country, your businesses will receive upward growth in no time.
As I said earlier, we will give you full support in ensuring your businesses get to enviable height", Quattara promised.
Insisting on integration of African countries as a panacea for prosperity in the region, the Ivorian president said with his country's resources in agricultural products like cocoa, rubber, oil and others, and Nigeria richly blessed in oil and other mineral resources, the two countries would benefit immensely from each other economically.
"It is better we invest in African countries than other countries abroad. African countries and Africans will benefit from this and it will affect our development. That is why I will tell President Jonathan to look into the highway from Lagos to Abidjan and Dakar for easy transportation of goods in these countries. Apart from that, it will help in knowing the place of Africa in the Security Council", he said.
Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote said in his remarks promised to re-invest in the cement industry of the country.
Dangote explained that prior to the political instability in Cote d'Ivoire, he had started a cement industry which he said, was put on hold because of the crisis in the country.


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In his previous turn as the machine who protects the young John Connor from a more sophisticated, smarter Terminator, Schwarzenegger brought millions of people into theaters, grossing more than $200 million for Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
Now, in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, John Connor is older - his mother, the courageous Sara Connor, is dead - and he is still a target for killer machines from the future. So the human resistance sends back the Terminator he knows, who saved his life when he was just a boy, to protect him again.
But this time there's a new, even more lethal Terminator model: the TX. And it's not a Terminator, but a Terminatrix - in the shape of a woman and capable of techno-tricks that make all previous Terminators seem slow and stupid.
If Connor doesn't survive, the future is lost. Only his wits, the first girl he ever kissed, and an old Terminator, who happens to look like Arnold Schwarzenegger, can save him...and us.
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"Credo" copyright ©2003 Gina Hagberg-Ballinger; (P)2003 Audio Renaissance, a division on Holtzbrinck Publishers, LLC
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Very enjoyable, Thanks for bringing us this title Audible!
"All of what a movie can not offer"
While this book was very similar to the movie, there were some differences. Along with those differences, this book added the nuances that movies can't provide. The thoughts and emotions (or lack there of) of the characters. Very good read or listen, especially for those who saw or will see the movie.
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I'm a huge fan of the Terminator series, and I saw the movie before reading this book. I thought the book would be a quickie rehash of the movie, but it was actually very well done, well read and a blast to listen to! Highly recommended!!!
"Great Compliment to the Movie"
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this book was exactly like watching the movie, from dialogue to the explination of explosions. if you enjoyed the movie, ull like listening to the book. i thought the reader was pretty good too!
"Good Book"
The book is good, but the reading is starting out slow, sometimes hard to follow when jumping between current and future. The book would have been better as a dramatized reading with 2 or 3 readings playing the roles.
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In Florida, Restraining Orders are known as "protective injunctions." There are several different types recognized in Florida. These include Protective Injunctions Against Domestic Violence, Repeat Violence, Dating Violence and Sexual Violence. Getting an injunction is a Civil Law action. However, violating an injunction is a crime. Injunctions restrict a person's right to contact someone, travel to certain places, and legally bear arms. Often an injunction can also require a person to move out of their home, turn their firearms in to the Sheriff, and attend certain classes like Batterers Intervention or Anger Management.
Domestic Violence Injunction
Florida Statute 741.30 defines this injunction. The injunction can be granted when the victim believes or has reason to believe that he or she is in imminent danger of becoming the victim of an act of domestic violence. The Petitioner seeks the injunction by filing a Petition, which includes an affidavit of the grounds for the relief. The violence must be between family or household members; the Petitioner must claim to have been the victim of violence or reasonably fear imminent violence; the Petition must allege the specific facts and circumstances of the violence; and that jurisdiction exists. The original is filed with the Court and a copy is served by the Sheriff on the Respondent. Often the Petitioner is granted a Temporary Injunction, which is also served on the Respondent. The Court sets a hearing date at which time the Petitioner must present sworn testimony to support their allegations. The Court will dismiss the Petition, grant the injunction for a certain period of time, or make the injunction permanent. If the injunction is granted, the Respondent usually is ordered to attend a 26-week Batterers Intervention Program and will not be allowed to posses, purchase or carry any firearms.
Repeat Violence Injunctions
Florida Statute 784.046 sets forth the parameters for an injunction against repeat violence. This injunction allows non-family members who have been threatened with repeat violence to seek injunctive relief against the aggressor. Repeat violence is defined as two acts of violence or stalking, one of which occurred within the last six months. "Violence" is defined in the statute and includes but is not limited to assaults, batteries, stalking, sexual assault and kidnapping. The process to obtain this injunction is the same as the Domestic Violence Injunction. The Court, upon granting this injunction, may order counseling, restrict travel, etc. These are also enforced criminally.
Dating Violence Injunction
This injunction is also established by 784.046, Florida Statutes. It allows individuals who have or have had a continuing and significant relationship of a romantic or intimate nature to seek protection against the person causing the violence. Again, "violence" is defined in the statute as noted above. The Petitioner must prove:
- The petitioner and respondent must be in or have been in a significant relationship.
a. A dating relationship must have existed within the last six months.
b. The relationship must have been characterized by the expectation of affection or sexual involvement.
c. The relationship must have been involved over time and on a continuous basis during the course of the relationship
- An act of violence must be alleged in the petition and
- The petitioner fears repeat violence by the respondent.
The Court may restrain the abuser from further acts of abuse; direct the abuser to leave the household; prevent the abuser from entering your residence, school, business, or place of employment.
Sexual Violence Injunction
This injunction is also governed by 784.046 Florida Statutes. A person who is the victim of sexual violence or the parent or legal guardian of a minor child who is living at home who is the victim of sexual violence has standing to seek this injunction on their own behalf or on behalf of the minor child. The sexual violence must have been reported to law enforcement, though it does not matter whether the criminal charges based on the violence were filed, reduced or dismissed by the State Attorney or the respondent who committed the sexual violence was sentenced to prison for the crime and his term is due to expire within 90 days.
What To Do If You Are Served with an Injunction
If you are served with an injunction you are usually notified of an upcoming hearing date. The injunction that you are served with is usually temporary and can be made permanent at the hearing. Whether you are seeking an injunction to protect you or want to defend against the allegations in an injunction we can help.
Contact any one of our two Jacksonville, Florida, criminal defense offices for more info.