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1. tumble - noun
· an acrobatic feat of rolling or turning end over end
Hypernym(s): acrobatic_stunt, acrobatic_feat
2. tumble - noun
· a sudden drop from an upright position; "he had a nasty spill on the ice"
3. tumble - verb
· fall down, as if collapsing; "The tower of the World Trade Center tumbled after the plane hit it"
Synonym(s): topple
Hypernym(s): descend, fall, go_down, come_down
4. tumble - verb
· cause to topple or tumble by pushing
5. tumble - verb
· roll over and over, back and forth
Hypernym(s): roll_over
6. tumble - verb
· fly around; "The clothes tumbled in the dryer"; "rising smoke whirled in the air"
Synonym(s): whirl, whirl_around
Hypernym(s): move
7. tumble - verb
· fall apart; "the building crumbled after the explosion"; "Negotiations broke down"
Synonym(s): crumble, crumple, break_down, collapse
Hypernym(s): change_integrity
8. tumble - verb
· throw together in a confused mass; "They tumbled the teams with no apparent pattern"
Hypernym(s): scramble, jumble, throw_together
9. tumble - verb
· understand, usually after some initial difficulty; "She didn't know what her classmates were plotting but finally caught on"
Synonym(s): catch_on, get_wise, get_onto, latch_on, cotton_on, twig, get_it
Hypernym(s): grok, get_the_picture, comprehend, savvy, dig, grasp, compass, apprehend
10. tumble - verb
· fall suddenly and sharply; "Prices tumbled after the devaluation of the currency"
Hypernym(s): drop
11. tumble - verb
· put clothes in a tumbling barrel, where they are whirled about in hot air, usually with the purpose of drying; "Wash in warm water and tumble dry"
Hypernym(s): toss
12. tumble - verb
· suffer a sudden downfall, overthrow, or defeat
13. tumble - verb
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BRYAN – A Brazos County jury sentenced Bryan Champion , 43, of Houston, to 60 years in prison today for robbing Commerce National Bank in Bryan on July 30, 2013.
Champion pleaded guilty to the charge on Monday and elected to have the jury assess his punishment.
Prosecutors presented evidence that Champion and a co-defendant entered the Commerce National Bank at 29th and Broadmoor on July 30, 2013. Champion pulled a semi-automatic handgun and pointed it at tellers while his co-defendant jumped over the teller counter to retrieve money.
Prosecutors also called on a Bryan realtor who testified that the car used in the bank robbery had been stolen from him at gunpoint by two men approximately 90 minutes before Champion and his co-defendant arrived at the bank. The realtor testified he was hit in the face with the gun and his hands were bound. The two men tried to put the realtor in the trunk of the car but he fought and was able to escape.
Prosecutors also presented evidence that Champion robbed a store in Houston at gunpoint in 2003. A police officer that investigated that case testified that after the robbery, the store clerk was hyperventilating with fear. Champion was convicted of that offense and sentenced to 8 years in prison in 2004.
Champion must serve at least 30 years before becoming eligible for parole.
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Terms used to explain Anxiety can sometimes be confusing. To help you fully understand the articles and features related to this very important health topic, we have compiled a glossary of terms that can help.
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autonomic nervous system
adrenal gland
Function: noun
: either of a pair of complex endocrine organs near the anterior medial border of the kidney consisting of a mesodermal cortex that produces glucocorticoid, mineralocorticoid, and androgenic hormones and an ectodermal medulla that produces epinephrine and norepinephrine —called also adrenal, suprarenal gland
: abnormal fear of being helpless in a situation from which escape may be difficult or embarrassing that is characterized initially often by panic or anticipatory anxiety and finally by avoidance of open or public places
Pronunciation: \-ˈbläk-ər\
: any of a group of drugs (as propranolol) that combine with and block the activity of a beta-receptor to decrease the heart rate and force of contractions and lower high blood pressure and that are used esp. to treat hypertension, angina pectoris, and ventricular and supraventricular arrhythmias compare alpha-blocker
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1: a monoamine C8H11NO2 that is a decarboxylated form of dopa and occurs esp. as a neurotransmitter in the brain and as an intermediate in the biosynthesis of epinephrine see intropin
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: excitement of psychotic proportions manifested by mental and physical hyperactivity, disorganization of behavior, and elevation of mood; specif: the manic phase of bipolar disorder
: a substance (as norepinephrine or acetylcholine) that transmits nerve impulses across a synapse see false neurotransmitter
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: a psychoneurotic disorder in which the patient is beset with obsessions or compulsions or both and suffers extreme anxiety or depression through failure to think the obsessive thoughts or perform the compelling acts abbr. OCD—called also obsessive-compulsive neurosis, obsessive-compulsive reaction
panic attack
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: an exaggerated and often disabling fear usu. inexplicable to the subject and having sometimes a logical but usu. an illogical or symbolic object, class of objects, or situation compare compulsion obsession
pl -pies
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2: any alteration in an individual's interpersonal environment, relationships, or life situation brought about esp. by a qualified therapist and intended to have the effect of alleviating symptoms of mental or emotional disturbance
: a phenolic amine neurotransmitter C10H12N2O that is a powerful vasoconstrictor and is found esp. in the brain, blood serum, and gastric mucous membrane of mammals —called also 5-HT, 5-hydroxytryptamine
1: the place at which a nervous impulse passes from one neuron to another
2: see: synapsis
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Meet Poppy is the first story in a set of four about the amazing journey of a young Chinese Aboriginal girl, who lives on a Christian mission in 1864. It is a story of bravery and love, as Poppy sets out to chase her brother after he escapes from the Mission in search of freedom and a better life.
About The Author
Gabrielle Wang is the author of The Garden of Empress Cassia, The Pearl of Tiger Bay, The Lion Drummer, A Ghost in My Suitcase and Little Paradise.
Series: Our Australian Girl
Audience: Children
For Ages: 8 - 10 years old
For Grades: 4 - 6
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 136
Published: 31st January 2011
Country of Publication: AU
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I like that they let you order 2 rolls at a time, that way if you feel like you can eat more then you can order more. The rolls are smaller, so you can try other rolls before you get stuffed off of two rolls. All the appertizers are good. The food is great for the price! It's kinda of a cozy feel rather than a bright large buffet that tries to feed you up with rice. By far, my fave sushi buffet. The waitress there are friendly too. Love it, will go back, worth the drive from Deerfield.
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The first time I was a little skeptical due to the sorta gross looking sign and front but everytime I've eaten here it's been good. And cheap.. They give you miso soup as soon as you sit down... And sometime edamame.. Although I'm not quite sure why, because it's been completely random. The only complain I have is the uncomfortable seating and the second time I came here they sat us so close to another couple our waitress thought we were a group. A little awkward...
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love love love it. great atmosphere. awesome place. food is fantastic. i think its funny that you have to clean your plate or you get a five dollar charge if you order the all you can eat, but it sorta makes sense. we get delivery from them all the time. its awesomely fast.
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This is one of my favorite sushi places in the city, and I have been to a wide assortment of places. Granted the "mood/atmosphere" is very plain....nothing fancy. but the sushi more than makes up for it. I have tried almost all the rolls and find myself dreaming about the "GODZILLA" in my sleep. the spicy california is also amazing. miso soup is complimentary. free edamame with purchase of two beers. For real, try this place, the sushi is cheap and delicious.
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The most famous sushi-buffet restaurant in Northside of Chicago. It seems they've raised the price a bit, but still can't beat this price: Only 12.95 for maki(roll) sushi buffet. *buffet for only rolls, not nigiri(piece). Food: Their sushi is not that fresh nor amazing. And many of their rolls are pretty much "okay-level." I do not recommend this restaurant if you're looking for amazement or super-good impression for sushi. But the price can't be beaten anywhere else. If you simply wanna eat tons of sushi and don't really look for anything fancy, then just go to this restaurant. Atmosphere: The interior is nothing romantic, and only looks cheap. Don't take your girlfriend or boyfriend to this place if you're trying to have some romantic dinner. This restaurant is more suitable for casual dinner with a party of friends. Each time you order different rolls, it will always bring you a new conversation, and you will have a good time with your friends for sure. Service: Service is not bad. I'm not sure the waiter I've met still works there, but he was always polite and kind with good smile. Other Advice: Because of their price, this restaurant is so popular and usually get packed in the weekend night. You should try weekdays. If weekends, try getting there as early as possible. Otherwise you have to wait long. Overall: Like I said, I recommend this restaurant for people who simply wanna get full with sushi for cheap price. So do not expect anything fancy or romantic there. If you wanna do a casual sushi-party-dinner with your friends, this place is always a good choice.


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I've been looking for a gentle, deeply moisturizing cream and this is it! For older, dry skin, it's protective and emollient.
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I use it on face and hands in Norway winter and it works fantastic. Best I have tried and keeps my skin moist but not to fatty.
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After this Bel Air residence was completed by architect Paul R. Williams in 1938, it was "home" to a number of actors who came to Los Angeles for film projects. Among these were Audrey Hepburn (when she was shooting My Fair Lady), Frank Sinatra, Mia Farrow and David Niven.
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In a quiet area, 5 minutes' walk from Torquay Railway Station and close to the beach and the town centre, Kelvin House offers 4-star guest accommodation and free private parking.Built in the 1880s, the Kelvin House is an elegant and attractive Victorian-style house, situated on a lovely tree-lined road, within easy walking distance of the seafront, the Riviera centre and the main town centre. Fully licensed, the Kelvin House has 7 tastefully decorated en suite rooms, all with hairdryers, clock radios, tea/coffee making facilities and TVs with Freeview digital channels.A freshly cooked full English breakfast or a lighter continental breakfast is included in the price. The attractive dining room overlooks a lovely patio, where you can enjoy breakfast in sunny weather.The Kelvin House is family run and your hosts, Carl and Sharon, take great pride in offering a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome. ...read more
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Veterans at the Phoenix VA Health Care System got a surprise visit from 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Brad Keselowski on Monday.
Keselowski, 29, said he wanted to give back to the military heroes by handing out tickets to the 50th anniversary of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at the Phoenix International Raceway next month.
"Football's over, racing starts, it's kind of a nice little end of the winter transition and we're getting pumped for it, so kind of spreading the word," said Keselowski.
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Smart Cars have a special character — blending practical with whimsical — that sparks the imagination. The car and its image have been put to a variety of uses — some functional, and others creative or even strange. These are photos I've shot in the U.S. and Europe. What do you think? A Smart police […] [Read More]
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We only had one and a half days in Luxembourg, which according to Laurent, our guide – was the average length of a stay there.
Luxembourg is a small city, so it's not a big surprise that people don't give it more time, but I'm sure that those who have been there for a day, leave wishing they would have had another few days to explore.
Being there for one day still left a big impression on me, and here are my thoughts:
Everything is So Well-Designed
Pretty much every building established in the 20th century is designed by some world famous architect – there are also many little houses built in 17th century, but the newer ones stand out in all their glamor.
Like Laurent said, if the banks can afford hiring I. M. Pei (the guy who designed the Louvren glass pyramid) to design their bank building, then go ahead.
Even the supermarket was designed by some world class designer!
You're Living In A Toy Railway Village
Look around yourself, and you'll feel as though you have shrunken into a little toy figure, living in a miniature village in a kid's toy railway set.
The bright green fluffy trees, the little river running along the frumpy little cottages in a valley, and high stone bridges where trains come passing every five minutes.
It's almost unreal in some places!
The Tiny City Feels Huge
Luxembourg only has 90,000 inhabitants, but every day the city nearly doubles in size when people come in to work from out of town.
Many people who work in Luxembourg come in every morning from France, Belgium and other nearby countries, so during rush hour the streets are crammed with people and cars.
Luxembourg was a city of contrast: you could get the impression of a big city or small town depending on WHEN you were outside and WHERE you went. The old town is quiet, small and quaint, while in the new area you saw high rise buildings, European institutions and men in suits.
The Country Has A Longer History Than You Think
The country has a history dating back almost 1000 years, and although the remainings from the fortress give the city a romantic look today, it was far from romantic for the people who lived there when the fortress was in use.
Luxembourg used to be surrounded by three big stone walls to protect themselves from attack, this made it extremely difficult to get inside the city, but also very difficult to leave.
History is everywhere in Luxembourg, and the people want to keep it that way. It's nice to see how they have kept the beautiful old houses and historic buildings, and then have put the modern designed skyscrapers a good distance away from the old town.
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This week I had the privilege of going to see Guy Kawasaki speak. His presentation was on his book Enchantment, and he talked about the 10 key aspects of being enchanting to people. Overall the speech was fantastic, and if you are interested in hearing it you can listen to the same presentation here.
Instead of doing a whole recap I want to talk about one of the key points he spoke about; trust and its place in the customer/merchant relationship.
To be trusted, you must first trust.
As customers, we often overlook the amount of trust that businesses have in us. They trust that when we walk through aisles of goods that we won't take or break anything. Nordstrom trusts its customers so much that it famously allowed a customer to return used tires. Many internet companies (like Zappos) trust the consumer so much that they offer free shipping both ways on merchandise bought online. Apple trusts that you won't e-mail the MP3 you bought to all of your friends, and many local retailers trust that when you walk in their store you will buy from them and not try to save a few bucks from buying the same thing online. Amazon trusts that you won't abuse their ebook return policy (which is 7 days from purchase…more than enough time to read the book) and Netflix trusts that your DVD really did get lost in the mail. The great companies trust you, and for that they all have millions of satisfied customers who in turn trust that they are getting a fair deal when they shop with these companies; as a result all of the companies are very highly regarded and very highly profitable.
On the other hand; think of Blockbuster, who didn't trust the customer and used absurd late fees to "encourage" that the customer return the video on time…they were recently purchased out of bankruptcy for pennies on the dollar. This is just one (easy) example out of many.
In business, as in life, trust is usually rewarded; your customers, coworkers, and bosses all appreciate it and remember it. Sometimes you'll get burned from the 1% of people who will break your trust, but that is no reason to stop trusting the other 99%; you and your business will be better off for it.
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Batman villains as operating systems
I'm playing catchup on Batman: Arkham Asylum right now, which means I have the Dark Knight's rogue's gallery especially well-ingrained in my brain. It also means seeing Batman baddies redone as computer operating systems really puts a Joker-esque smile on my face. From left to right, that's Tux the Linux penguin as the Penguin, Mac […] [Read More]
Super Bowl spots for 'Captain America,' 'Thor' & 'Transformers'
Heroes! Explosions! Pectoral muscles! Didja see the Super Bowl XLV spots for Captain America: The First Avenger, Thor and Transformers: Dark of the Moon? No? Let's change that, shall we? Check out the Cap and Thor trailers below. For Transformers goodness, go here. Got geek news, insights or other mana? E-mail me. And follow me […] [Read More]
Sexy Huntress art by Cat Staggs
Although Cat Staggs pulled up stakes from San Antonio some time ago, I like to keep up with her gorgeous art and sketch cards any chance I get. Her latest illustration of the Huntress reminds me why. Staggs' sexy art is on Bristol Vellum with Copic Markers, watercolor and digital media. Related: • Cat Staggs […] [Read More]
'Captain America: The First Avenger' movie poster
Marvel and Yahoo! Movies have the first official poster for Captain America: The First Avenger and it's a solid nod to this gorgeous cover for Captain America No. 4. And while Chris Evans as Cap unmasked might not give us the full costumed Sentinel of Liberty effect, there's no mistaking who's behind that mighty shield. […] [Read More]
The Sesame Six > Fantastic Four – Human Torch
Hey, whatever helps you cope with one less member of the Fantastic Four. Graphic designer AJ Paglia cranks out some mean SnorgTees designs, but his "Sesame Six" T-shirt might be his sweetest tee art yet. Paglia's delightful Sesame Street/Fantastic Four mashup — brought to you by the letter S and the number 6, natch — […] [Read More]
Does Marvel's 'Mystery Men' teaser have a Timely connection?
Marvel just released this nifty teaser for something called Mystery Men (NOT the Ben Stiller movie) and Newsarama notes there's already speculation it's a tie-in to Daring Mystery Comics by Timely Comics, Marvel's predecessor back in the 1940s. As Newsarama also points out, San Antonio's own David Liss wrote Daring Mystery Comics 70th Anniversary Special […] [Read More]
'Star Wars' T-shirts rock out w/Han Solo & metal-head droids
I like Han Shot First T-shirts as much as the next original trilogy purist, but, guys, enough already. What say we focus less on Han Solo's blaster initiative and more on his way with an electric ax. That's right, turns out the Corellian smuggler can rock a guitar just like he can rock a Rodian. […] [Read More]
'Time Lincoln: Apocalypse Mao' marinates in steampunk fun
San Antonio's Antarctic Press has generated its share of virtual ink with Steampunk Palin, its latest glomming on of Sarah Palin fetishism. But if you want quality AP fun with political figures minus the you-betcha's and doncha-know's, you must check out Time Lincoln: Apocalypse Mao No. 1, the latest Honest Abe time warp by writer […] [Read More]
Teaser and preview images for final issue of 'Fantastic Four'
Marvel calls next month's Fantastic Four No. 588 "the FINAL issue of the long-standing series." Which means we're in for a wallop of a grief-filled send-off, not only for the death of Johnny Storm aka the Human Torch in the sold-out Fantastic Four No. 587 but also for the death of only the World's Greatest […] [Read More]
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These comments coming from a federal judge who had more cases sent back from the 11th Circuit than any other judge in the Northern District Federal Court, and probably all other Districts in Alabama.
How disappointing that Central Park is a haven for criminals. I grew up there and went to Central Park elementary Mid 50s - early 60s. Was a nice blue collar neighborhood. So sad when you are afraid to go back and look at your childhood home for fear of crime. I hope those law abiding residents living in Central Park can again live in a great neighborhood as I knew.
Great, but that is a bad location to get out of. The rent is probably better than across the street in the shopping center.
My mother would tell me to use corn starch for my heat rash growing up! it was a life saver. :)
Prayers to Officer Green, his family, members of the Mobile Police Dept, and the citizens mourning this awful incident.
The "give me my share of your success crowd" should heed this:
"All the so-called "secrets of success" will not work unless you do."
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The "give me my share of your success crowd" should heed this:
"All the so-called "secrets of success" will not work unless you do."
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I got my dad to move away from that street 5 years ago. It was getting bad over there then.
This is jackpot justice for the attorneys. These judges should require a detailed fee application that should be gone over with a fine tooth comb by someone who knows what is justifiable compensation. I will guarantee you that they will not be able to justify the amount based on actual work done. Call the Federal Courts in the Bankruptcy Administrator's office as they have an expert from Chapter 11 cases that can reveal how much is really deserved.
I go to the Methodist church and I not spoken to anyone in my Sunday class that supports the leadership's position they have taken. The others in my class and myself support the new law. It is ludicrous to compare this with the desegregation of the 60's and being in this country illegally. Typical liberal mush to make the subject a race thing to draw attention away from the heart of the matter, of these people are here illegally and they believe nothing legally should be applied to them. Go to Mexico guys and try to get in without a passport and see how you are treated. I can assure you that you will not be allowed to stay free and get all kinds of benefits. I mean try any other country on this planet and you will find none that treat illegal aliens like the USA.
AMEN foghorn1
I think I see MassPike in the picture!
Why is it the government (us) responsibile to replace food lost in a refrigerator/freezer?
Will the Lee county sheriff deputies be there escorting the 4 armed robbery charged players from that team to DC? :) just kidding, before we get upset....
A lot of stuck pigs a squeelin!
Slive must be working on a new dress code for the cheerleaders since this is considered too short for a web cam.
Oh, the horror! Pulleeze, another SEC school complains? Yeah, an attempt to influence the potential signees. Geezzzz
Another book you should read is 'Misquoting Jesus' Written by a historical bible scholar. It tells several things that are misrepresented today in the Bible. I thought it interesting. Talks about translations and the cultural influences of those times in what was written in the Bible.
And so the milkman and bread man can stock up the stores!
John, please explain to me what black people not being able to eat at the lunch counters had to do with Bently speaking to the Bham Business Alliance about downtown Bhams future? Nothing.
You liberal types can't seem to get away from injecting race into any dialog, especially when it comes to Bham. The governor elect is remembering his youth when he came to Bham. I didn't realize that you have to remind people of the bad things that happened in Bham's past in regards to intergration when speaking about your memories of Bham and the business environment today to get Bham going again.
John. when will you move on from your past guilt and look to Bham's future. Most of us have moved on and are trying to have a better Bham regardless of where we live in the greater Bham metro area.


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By tully | "Boredom at Its Boredest" by Michael Tully December 31, 2006 at 7:10AM
I saw CHILDREN OF MEN again on Friday night (a sneak double-feature with PAN'S LABYRINTH at the 42nd Street AMC, which is the first time I've done that in a long, long time). If you haven't seen it yet, I order you to do it now. Read this article from the LA Times that breaks down one of the most unbelievable one-takes ever. Those guys are amazing.
After that, read Vern's glowing review of the film. And while you're over there, check out his review of LETHAL WEAPON, which is another instant classic. If I ever get any pull in the industry, I promise that I will help Vern make GUITAR COP!
Happy New Year, one and all. Don't get too crazy tonight. I'll probably stick with my annual New Year's Eve routine: malt liquor and an 8 ball in Times Square for the ball drop, followed by a strip club and a call girl. I hate waking up alone on New Year's Day. Or maybe I'll just have a quiet night in Fort Greene with good friends.
I'm finally ready to post my year end film wrap-up, which will happen on either the 2nd or the 3rd, so get ready for that. I also hope to do a music recap, and maybe even reflect upon the year that was with COCAINE ANGEL. It's hard to believe how much fun, exciting stuff happened with our no-budget shot in the dark in just twelve tiny months. Don't think we're not grateful, because we are. We're very, very thankful for all of the attention the film received and all of the wonderful people we met along the way. To be honest, at the moment it feels like it was all just a dream, but it wasn't. Right?
I don't want to jinx myself, but 2007 is shaping up to be as exciting as, if not more than, 2006. SILVER JEW is just about picture-locked, and we can't wait for all of you to see it.
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Carly Rae Jepsen Breaks Up With "Call Me Maybe" Boyfriend, Already Dating Someone New
Hang up angrily and call Taylor Swift for sympathy ... maybe?
Carly Rae Jepsen is the It Girl of the summer thanks to her inescapable song "Call Me Maybe." The song was said to be inspired by her now ex-boyfriend, Jordi Ashworth.
The Canadian singer previously told Us Weekly, "He's an amazing guy," adding that Jordi took some time out from studying architecture to be part of "this adventure" with her so she didn't get lonely. She said Jordi blushes when he hears "Call Me Maybe" but she writes so much that he has a couple of CDs worth of songs dedicated to him.
Now maybe she'll add a breakup song. "Carly broke up with Jordi in June because her schedule got crazy," a source told Us Weekly. But her schedule isn't so crazy that she doesn't have time for someone else in the music industry. She's now said to be dating musician Matthew Koma.
When fame strikes, the hometown love is usually the first casualty. With all the touring and traveling pop stars do, maybe it is best if she sticks to someone in the same field.
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Sevier County tries to add strength to its skill
Getting two shots at superpower Maryville last season was a chance for Sevier County to measure itself against one of the state's best teams.
The lesson the Smoky Bears took from a pair of blowouts was how far they had to go to compete at that championship level.
"I think it was great for us, because if we just would've played them in the playoffs and got beat the way we did, you could always walk away and say, 'Well, we had a bad game,'" said Sevier County strength and conditioning coach Jon Hutchins. "Well, you get beat twice the same way, it's not a bad game. You're getting whipped. It was a good eye-opener for us."
For a Bears team still stacked with skill-position talent, the deficit remains up front. New head coach Tony Linginfelter, who replaced Steve Brewer in the offseason, said this summer that the biggest thing the team needs to work on is its physical toughness.
So Hutchins continued a process begun last year when he focused on mental toughness by developing specific training programs for linemen. Players were more aggressive in their conditioning, putting a premium on explosive skills.
"Summer preparation, weight room, getting big on squats and the bench and all that stuff. All those main football lifts," said senior defensive end Seth Arwood. "I think it really contributes to on-field work."
Arwood is the only returning starter on a defensive line that is switching to a three-man front this fall. If he and his teammates can show the strides they've made up front, there should be plenty of room for the skill players behind them to wreak havoc.
That includes a new quarterback in Division I college prospect Deuce Wallace. The junior arrived in the offseason from Louisiana and must now follow record-setter and Tusculum College QB Luke Manning.
"Deuce's strength is his experience because he's a two-year starter from (New Orleans' Riverside Academy)," the coach said.
Wallace will have plenty of experienced, speedy threats to work with, beginning in the backfield with Connor Bailey, a converted receiver, and the elusive Zach Sauls. While Jacob Whaley has graduated at the receiver position, the Bears remain stacked out wide with Devante Matthews, who led the team in receptions last year, as well as Dalton Ford, Jessie Adams and Austin Rice.
"This junior and senior group has played a lot of football since they were in little league football," Linginfelter said. "They've played competitive teams in all the sports they play. ... A lot of people ask me about our skill people but we do a good job on the track team of trying to increase our speed. The ones that run track always get faster."
Bailey, Rice and receiver Hunter Miniard all were part of a 1,600-meter relay team this spring that qualified for the state championships while Matthews and Ford showed their athleticism on the baseball team behind the plate and in the outfield, respectively. Miniard should get some catches at receiver while starting somewhere on defense. Rice will also be a "playmaker" at both receiver and defensive back, Linginfelter said. Those players, along with Adams, will also make up a veteran secondary for Bears co-Defensive Cordinator P.J. Burden.
On offense, Linginfelter said the line returns more experience than the coach can recall having in several years. Chaz McKinney was the only loss to graduation and Linginfelter said several members of the line have worked hard this offseason, including the middle three of Tyler Martin, Ryan Reagan and Matt Cole. Martin said the time the linemen put in this summer on legs, squats and footwork are paying dividends.
"All summer we wake up at 6 a.m., we get here early, we work out and then we go condition out on the field," Martin said.
Defensively, Linginfelter said the goal this year is to be more balanced by getting tough up front and stopping the run better. Co-Defensive Coordinator Bryan Atchley said the team's new three-man front will help Sevier County get more athletes on the field.
Arwood will be the centerpiece on the line with Desmond Pancotta, Jonathan Bersch and Luke Ellis rotating in. The linebacking corps will be equally green with the intermittent experience of Nate McGinnis, Kody Paul and Hunter Cates joining the more inexperienced group of J.D. Griffin, Zach Sauls, Walker Kesterson and Connor Rytz.
Whoever is on the field, success or failure will depend on being physical.
"We've talked about getting bigger, stronger, so when our competitors come we can beat them off the ball before they beat us off the ball," Bersch said. "We've got to be more physical and if the ball comes toward us we have to hit the linemen out of the way and get to the quarterback."


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Hornets will be champion only in DREAMS.Nuggets wil take this series with 4-1.Byron must go anywhere,he is shame for this Hornets.
Peja must have the less somewhere about 20 attempts.Because he is great shooter and must have the pretty much ball to shots.Byron gave him only 10 shots per game,and thats so little for Peja.
Stojakovic had only seven shots last night against Mavs.It's shame.It's shame for Byron Scott.One of the best shotter in NBA have the less ball from the game but David West who is one of the most player who have the most shots per game,and he only knows to shot,not to pass ball.Peja leave the Hornets,they are one of the terrible teams in league
Hornetss must trade Peja Stojakovic in offseason.Because only thing he wants to do is to doesn't play game.He is more time spent in Hornets on the bench,not on the court.Hornets must trade him,keep this team and eventually add someone good average shooter and defender.
Stojakovic is big mistake.Hornets must trade him in offseason.
burgerpizza is right.Hornets must trade Peja next season because he have always problems with lower back,but problem is for the Hornets is who wants to get Peja because he have high contract.
burgerpizza is right.Hornets must trade Peja next season because he have always problems with lower back,but problem is for the Hornets is who wants to get Peja because he have high contract.
Peja is weak!He didn't play anything tonight.Everything is he know is shoot for three points,he knows only that.
What you think about Sean Marks?
What excpect of Peja from this year,because he had last year very less shoot for the each match,West had many more shots althought Peja is very great shooter and I think that he must have 17,18 between 22,23 shots per each game?


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The present invention provides a towel cradle particularly useful with any one of standard C-fold, multi-fold, single fold and rolled paper towel to be dispensed from a paper towel dispenser. The towel cradle comprises a hopper-like cradle body having an apertured towel support surface provided with a dispensing opening and a substantially solid towel support surface each of which is set at a downward inward angle continuing to a centrally positioned throat formed by downward extensions on each of the surfaces. The downward extension on the solid support surface is additionally provided with a paper cutting edge integral to said towel cradle. The cradle body is reversible within the towel dispenser such that in a first dispensing position the apertured support surface is positioned forwardly in the dispenser which is fitted with a towel guide for dispensing C-fold and multi-fold towels through the dispensing opening with the paper cutting edge being generally hidden to the rear of the dispenser. When reversed to a second dispensing position the solid support surface is positioned forwardly in the dispenser for dispensing single fold and rolled paper through the throat of the cradle with the opening in the apertured support surface now being hidden to the rear of the dispenser.
1. A paper towel dispenser comprising a housing and a hopper-like cradle within said housing, said cradle having first and second opposing support surfaces for different types of paper towel products to be dispensed from said dispenser, said housing being provided with a pair of horizontally fixed guide tracks interiorly to either side thereof and said cradle having flat outside edge runners from front to back of said cradle for sliding in and out of said guide tracks and supporting said cradle such that each of said first and second support surfaces slopes downwardly inwardly to a centrally positioned throat formed by downward extensions of said support surfaces, the downward extension of said second support surface terminating in a cutting edge and the downward extension of said first support surface terminating in a pair of spaced apart deflector members bent at an angle extending downwardly beneath said cutting edge, said first support surface having a dispensing opening therethrough and said second support surface being substantially solid, said cradle being reversible within said track from a first to a second dispensing position and when in said first dispensing position said first support surface being located to the front of said dispenser for dispensing C-fold and multi-fold paper towel through said dispensing opening with said cutting edge being generally hidden behind and blocked by said deflectors, said second support surface being located forwardly in said housing with said cradle in said second dispensing position for dispensing single-fold and rolled paper towel through said throat of said cradle, said dispenser including a towel guide usable with said cradle when in said first dispensing position and hung from said housing to guide the dispensing of the C-fold and multi-fold paper towels through said opening in said first support surface, said towel guide including a lower end located in position extending down into said throat of said cradle at substantially right angles to said first support surface of said cradle and said towel guide being hinged to fold upon itself for storing over and covering said dispensing opening in said first support surface with said cradle in said second dispensing position.
2. A paper towel dispenser as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first support surface includes upstanding lugs and said towel guide includes openings therethrough for receiving said upstanding lugs for proper location of said towel guide over said dispensing opening.
The present invention relates to a towel cradle and in particular a towel cradle assembly adapted so that it is usable with any one of four different types of paper towels namely, C-fold, multi-fold, single fold and rolled paper towel to be dispensed from a paper towel dispenser.
In the paper industry and in particular in the paper towel industry there is a need for a dispenser which is readily adapable for dispensing different types of paper products and in particular paper towel products in the form of single-fold, multi-fold, C-fold and rolled paper towel.
U.S. Pat. No. 3,597,032 issued Aug. 3, 1971 to Watrous International Industries Limited, describes a towel dispenser designed for use with the different types of paper towels referred to above. This patented structure uses a reversible cradle which is good in principle but which is extremely complicated and difficult to work with from a practical standpoint. In particular, the patented structure includes a series of separate components including removable towel cutting bars and the like with no storage capacity for those components. In addition, the structure requires a series of nuts and bolts for mounting the cradle within a dispenser which make it difficult and awkward to quickly and easily reverse the positioning of the cradle as required in the patent.
The present invention provides a cradle for use in a dispenser and particularly useful in a paper product dispenser. The cradle comprises a cradle body having first and second support surfaces set up in a hopper-like manner with each support surface being sloped downwardly inwardly to a centrally positioned throat formed by downward extensions of the support surfaces. The downward extension on the second support surface is provided with a cutting edge integral to the cradle. The first surface includes a dispensing opening and the second support surface is substantially solid with the exception of a finger grip access at the throat. The cradle body is reversible within the dispenser without having to remove any nuts or bolts and the like from a first dispensing position in which the first support surface is located to the front of the cradle for dispensing through the opening with the cutting edge being generally hidden behind the front support surface to a second dispensing position in which the second support surface is located to the front of the cradle for dispensing through the throat with the opening then being hidden to the back of the cradle body.
According to an aspect of the present invention, a towel guide is used for dispensing C-fold and multi-fold towels through the dispensing opening when the cradle is in its first dispensing position. When the cradle body is reversed to its second dispensing position for use in dispensing single-fold and rolled paper towel through the throat, the towel guide is not required and is fitted to the first support surface where it is self-storing within the cradle and readily available when the cradle is reversed back to the first dispensing position.
The above as well as other advantages and features of the present invention will be described in greater detail according to the preferred embodiments of the present invention in which;
FIGS. 1a through 1d show rolled, single-fold, multi-fold, and C-fold paper towels which do not form part of the present invention;
FIG. 2 is a top perspective view of a towel cradle body according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 3 is a further top perspective view from the opposite side of the towel cradle body from that shown in FIG. 2.
FIG. 4 is a top perspective view showing the folding of the towel guide to be fitted to the rear of the cradle body of FIG. 3.
FIG. 5 is a sectional view of the towel cradle in its dispensing position for the dispensing of C-fold and multi-fold towels.
FIGS. 6 and 7 are views similar to that of FIG. 5 and actually showing the dispensing of C-fold and multi-fold towels respectively.
FIG. 8 shows the towel cradle reversed from the FIGS. 5 through 7 positions with the dispensing of rolled paper towel.
FIG. 9 is a view similar to FIG. 8 showing the dispensing of single-fold paper towels.
FIG. 10 is a bottom perspective view of the arrangement shown in FIGS. 8 and 9.
As mentioned above, FIGS. 1a through 1d show the different types of paper towels to be dispensed from a towel dispenser 27 seen in FIG. 3 and fitted with a hopper cradle body generally indicated at 1. This cradle body, which is shown outside of the dispenser in FIG. 2, comprises a first apertured surface 3 and a second substantially solid surface 5 which angle downwardly inwardly at one another to provide the hopper-like construction of the cradle body. These surfaces extend downwardly as seen for example in FIG. 5 to provide a throat 7 located centrally along the cradle body.
The apertured and solid surfaces 3 and 5 respectively may be set at an angle of anywhere from 20� to 25� and preferably at about 23� from horizontal. It has been found that this angling results in enhanced feed characteristics of the paper towel as to be described later in detail.
The apertured surface 3 of the towel cradle is provided with an elongated elliptical opening 11 occupying much of that surface. In contrast, support surface 5 is substantially solid with the exception of a finger grip access 21. Provided along the extreme lower edge of support surface 5 is a serrated paper cutting bar 23.
The extreme lower edge of the apertured surface of the cradle 3 terminates in a pair of deflectors 9 separated from one another centrally of the cradle by a further grip access 4 aligned with access region 21.
In accordance with the present invention, cradle body 1 is designed for reversible use within towel dispenser housing 27. Here it should be noted that in FIGS. 5, 6 and 7 the cradle body is positioned such that apertured surface 3 is positioned to the front of the dispenser, whereas in FIGS. 3, 9 and 10 the cradle body is reversed with solid surface 5 being positioned to the front and apertured surface 3 being positioned to the back of the dispenser. In the first position, the cradle is used for the dispensing of multi-fold and C-fold towels, which are shown in FIGS. 1c and 1d, and when the cradle is reversed with surface 5 at the front of the dispenser it is used for the dispensing of rolled and single-fold towels which are shown in FIGS. 1a and 1b.
Having reference to FIGS. 5 through 7 of the drawings, the cradle is fitted with a towel guide 13 as best seen in FIG. 4 of the drawings for the dispensing of the multi-fold and C-fold towels. This towel guide comprises a hinged plate formed from plate sections 15 and 17 connected by hinge 20 and provided with openings 15a, 15b and 17a, 17b respectively. With this construction the guide plate can be collapsed to a storage position, as seen in FIG. 3 or opened up to an in-use position, as seen in FIGS. 5 through 7. When the towel guide is in the use position, it locates or guides the multi-fold and C-fold towels to the front of the cradle body directly over opening 11 in cradle surface 3. As can be seen in FIG. 5, the dispenser housing 27 is provided with a pair of hooks 29 for fitting through either one of the sets of holes 15a, 17a or 15b, 17b on the unfolded towel guide to make sure that it does not move out of its guiding position where the lower end of the towel guide extends down into the throat at right angles to support surface as seen in FIG. 5.
As will be seen in FIGS. 6 and 7 the C-fold and multi-fold towels are readily accessible directly at the front of the dispenser. Furthermore, the towel cutting bar 23 which is not used in this embodiment is located to the back of the cradle body where it is essentially hidden behind deflectors 9 so that it is not a potential hazard when reaching into the dispenser.
A very important feature of the present invention resides in the ease with which the cradle body can be removed from and reversed in the towel dispenser. More particularly, the cradle body itself is provided with an outer lip 25 at its outer ends. The dispenser housing 27 is, in turn, provided with a guide track 31 to either side of the housing for slideably receiving guide lip 25 so that the cradle body can simply be slid in and out of the housing. By closing and locking the door of the dispenser housing the cradle is then locked in either of its dispensing positions.
When the cradle body is reversed to the FIGS. 3, 9 and 10 position for use in dispensing single-fold and rolled paper towel the towel guide is not used but rather folded, turned at right angles to its in use position and is stored to the back of the cradle body. Note, in FIG. 3, that apertured surface 3 is provided with a plurality of upstanding lugs 19 onto which the folded towel guide is fitted using the two sets of holes 15a, 17a, and 15b, 17b to prevent any undesired slippage or movement of the folded towel guide.
When the cradle body is in the FIGS. 3, 9 and 10 position, the large dispensing opening 11 is located to the rear of the dispenser so that there is no temptation to draw the towels down through anything but the throat of the cradle body. The aligned finger grip accesses 4 and 21 make it extremely easy to grip on and pull the towel down through the throat. When working with rolled paper towel, cutting bar 23, which is now at the front of the cradle, is properly positioned for use in tearing the paper from the roll. In addition, the deflectors 9 extend down at an angle to guide the rolled paper and to essentially eliminate any roll back of the towel back up into the housing where it would otherwise be difficult to reach.
It will now be seen from the description above how the towel cradle of the present invention with its simple yet unique construction, including its own cutting edge and self-storing towel guide can be quickly be easily set up in the towel dispenser without requiring the use of any tools whatsoever. Furthermore, since none of the components ever leave the cradle body, they are always available for immediate use.
Although various preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described herein in detail, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that variations may be made without departing from the spirit of the invention or the scope of the appended claims.
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Reid Park Zoo
One of the most recommended places to visit in Tucson is the Reid Park Zoo, which takes you from the Amazon to Asian Rainforests and the African Savannah. You can see over 500 animals in their native habitats. Other attractions at the zoo include Giraffe Encounters, Zoo Train, Kenya Get Wet (interactive wet play area), Wild Ideas (learning center), and many planned daily activities. Now before you visit the Reid Park Zoo, take a moment to read the tips that have been put together for you below. They should help you to save a little extra money on your total admission costs. And in addition to that you should also find a listing of the latest known coupons for the Reid Park Zoo listed below as well for even more savings.
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Office of Institutional Research
Welcome to the pages of the Institutional Portfolio. Within these pages you will find a wealth of information about our students, faculty and The College.
William Wright - Associate Provost
Dr. Wright serves Westmont in multiple capacities. He is responsible for institutional research of students and faculty and the planning and budgeting for academic programs. He oversees the areas of Admissions, Athletics and Records as well as the Off Campus Programs Office. He is also a member of the President's Executive Team and is the Association Liaison Officer for WASC. He served the college first in a faculty position in Psychology and then as Registrar. He has been the Associate Provost since 1999. Dr. Wright is an alum of Westmont (1972) and received an M.A. in Psychology from California State University, Los Angeles. He was awared his Ph.D. in Psychology from Syracuse University in 1978. Contact: firstname.lastname@example.com Phone (805) 565-7262


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Giuseppe Rossi reacted to his inclusion in Italy's preliminary World Cup squad [12]. "Hoping to share more great success together."
The Fiorentina striker had been a huge doubt for the tournament in Brazil after he suffered knee ligament damage on January 5.
He has only played in three games since then, all as a substitute, scoring one goal.
"Hoping to share more great success together... Thank you to everyone!" wrote Rossi on his Twitter account.
Despite missing four months of the campaign, Pepito is still the 10th most prolific player in Serie A this season with 15 goals.
Goalkeepers: Gianluigi Buffon (Juventus), Mattia Perin (Genoa), Salvatore Sirigu (Paris Saint Germain), *Antonio Mirante (Parma);
Defenders: Ignazio Abate (Milan), Andrea Barzagli (Juventus), Leonardo Bonucci (Juventus), Giorgio Chiellini (Juventus), Matteo Darmian (Torino), Mattia De Sciglio (Milan), Christian Maggio (Napoli), Gabriel Paletta (Parma), Manuel Pasqual (Fiorentina), Andrea Ranocchia (Inter);
Midfielders: Alberto Aquilani (Fiorentina), Antonio Candreva (Lazio), Daniele De Rossi (Roma), Claudio Marchisio (Juventus), Riccardo Montolivo (Milan), Thiago Motta (Paris Saint Germain), Marco Parolo (Parma), Andrea Pirlo (Juventus), Romulo (Verona), Marco Verratti (Paris Saint Germain);
Forwards: Mario Balotelli (Milan), Antonio Cassano (Parma), Alessio Cerci (Torino), Mattia Destro (Roma), Ciro Immobile (Torino), Lorenzo Insigne (Napoli), Giuseppe Rossi (Fiorentina)
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The KNIGHT-XV is an armoured vehicle and not a vehicle that has been uparmoured. This means that unlike most vehicles that are uparmoured after-market, the KNIGHT XV is manufactured as an armoured vehicle from the ground up using top-grade armouring materials.
With its distinct size, extraordinary security features and ultra-luxurious interior appointments, the KNIGHT XV provides one of the most unique vehicle ownership experiences in today's SUV marketplace.
The Knight XV engine is a Ford V10, 6.8-litre gas engine with E-85 Ethanol Conversion system added, (referring to as Flex Fuel engine) Flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) are designed to run on gasoline or a blend of up to 85% ethanol (E85). Diesel engine also available as an option.
The innovative and incomparable KNIGHT XV takes approximately 1,500 hours to hand build with precision craftsmanship and attention to detail that one can expect from a vehicle of this caliber.
Length: 240" (6096mm)
Width: 92" (2337mm)
Height: 100" (2540mm)
Ground Clearance: 14" (355mm)
Fuel tank: 40 gallons (US) (151Litres)
Air conditioning: Factory Air conditioning in-cabin
Vehicle armor: The KNIGHT XV's armouring level varies based each client's specific requirements
The bullet is fired electronically through a military quality barrel with the projectile then passing through a chronograph beam to ensure that it meets the requirements of the ballistic testing standards. The armour-testing samples are maintained at an ambient temperature for 24 hours prior to testing. Samples are removed from each mill lot of armour plate prior to installation on a client's vehicle and are tested in accordance with the established norms. Upon satisfactory testing, a Certificate of Quality is issued for each sheet
Transparent armour: The ballistic glass used in the KNIGHT XV is manufactured only by the leading manufacturers of ballistic transparencies. Our team of designers and engineers work closely with the manufacturers of ballistic transparencies to ensure that the glass module meets the protection and tint level required. In addition, we ensure that the glass meets the requirements of our overlap armouring technique when it is combined with the installation of the opaque armour.
Opaque armour: Only the highest quality high strength steel, ballistic aluminium, composites, aramid and ceramics are used in the manufacturing of the KNIGHT XV's opaque armour, to meet or exceed established norms.
Doors: Due to the added weight of the transparent and opaque armour in doors, the door hinges are reinforced using a proprietary system to completely avoid hinge failure and prevent sheet metal fatigue around the hinge system.
Certifications: All of the armouring materials used on our KNIGHT XV vehicle have been certified by H.P. White Laboratory, Inc. (a highly regarded US independent ballistics testing laboratory).
The vehicle is built on a super duty specially modified F550 Ford chassis platform (making parts and service easily accessible globally).
With its distinct size, extraordinary security features and ultra-luxurious interior appointments, the KNIGHT XV provides one of the most unique vehicle ownership experiences in today's SUV marketplace.
The innovative and incomparable KNIGHT XV takes approximately 1,500 hours to hand build with precision craftsmanship and attention to detail that one can expect from a vehicle of this caliber.
SVXi: Mobile X-RAY System for Vehicles SVXi is a rapid deployment mobile vehicle x-ray inspection system suitable for vehicles up to a small van.
Mobile Unit for Flexible Deployment
Designed for maximum flexibility, the SVXi can be mounted on a wide range of transportation from sophisticated multi-terrain vehicles to low cost motorised trailers. Once at it's destination it can be rapidly set up and operational.
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Designed to meet the needs of security and customs personnel SVXi produces sub-millimetre resolution images of the vehicle in a single pass. The operator is able to control the scan and view the images from a remote notebook workstation. Sophisticated easy to use software allows the operator to zoom, pan and process the image to be able to make a rapid accurate assessment of any potential risk..
Thorough physical searches of vehicles can take anything up to 8 hours, and a similar time to rebuild the vehicle. The SVXi system allows staff to see inside the whole vehicle, even sealed units, quickly and without needing to touch the vehicle.
Smuggling and Terrorism
SVXi can be deployed at key locations as required to combat smuggling and terrorism, or can be deployed for spot checks across an entire region.
FlatScan-TPXi is slotted into the POD to enable safe and reliable x-ray imaging of bags. If a suspect item is discovered elsewhere at the location the FlatScan-TPXi system can be removed from the POD and deployed as a portable inspection system.
Typical set up time 10 minutes
Typical scan time 1 minute
Real-time image on laptop screen
Sub-millimetre image resolution
Simple to use image processing
Mobile system for flexible deployment
FlatScan-POD: High Resolution, Battery Operated, Mobile Baggage Scanning
FlatScan-POD is used in conjunction with FlatScan-TPXi as a high resolution mobile baggage scanning system. The mobile cabinet system can be readily transported to different locations for random baggage screening.
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Flatscan-TPXi: Portable X-RAY ScreeningFlatScan-TPXi is a lightweight, portable, robust x-ray scanning system for security screening applications.
Ideal for use in suspect threat situations and is particularly suitable for security, military, police and customs applications.
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Large Area, Thin Detector Panel for Speed and Safety
The FlatScan-TPXi's large 535mm x 412mm imaging area enables the operator to scan typical bags and packages in a single scan, reducing the risk of revisiting the suspect item and repositioning the panel. The thin panel is designed to slip behind objects to avoid disturbance.
Smuggling and Terrorism
Typically penetrating 26mm steel at 120kV and 28mm at 160kV the FlatScan-TPXi produces submillimetre images through IED's walls, vehicles, pipe bombs and many other applications.
High quality images and sophisticated image processing functions enable the operator to interpret the x-ray image quickly and accurately.
Suspect bag and package inspection
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Robust, large-area slim detector panel
Fast setup and high resolution real-time images
Communication options (radio, wired and fibre optic cable)
Powerful image enhancement and analysis tools for rapid image assessment and decision making
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Sean's Burgundy Thread: Myeloma And Mother's Day
Published: May 10, 2011 2:05 pm
As this year's Mother's Day drew near, my thoughts turned toward the two 'mothers' whom have had a major influence on the way in which I have approached my battle with multiple myeloma – my mother, Eva, and the mother of my children, Karen.
After years of dealing with an array of perplexing symptoms initially, and incorrectly, attributed to arthritis, my mom, while in her mid 40s, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. We myeloma patients know all about tricky diagnoses.
In a matter of a few short years, multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that affects the spinal cord and brain, transformed my mother from a bright, active, energetic woman in the prime of her life, into a whisper of herself, incapacitated and totally bedridden. It was devastating to see her razor-sharp mind being trapped in a body that increasingly betrayed her.
Through her arduous struggle, I was privileged to witness the strength and depth of my mother's amazing spirit as she faced one medical challenge after another. She showed me how not to fall prey to self pity and how to live with joy and hope and humor, even within the bleakest of circumstances. I have no doubt that she was afraid as her disease progressed, but my mom would not allow herself to be ruled by fear.
Near the end of her life, communicating only through measured blinks and tiny smiles, she was still able to tell me how much she loved me. And that was enough for us. At fifty-five, she died much too young. I was in my twenties.
My father, a career member of the U.S. Air Force, took an early retirement to become my mother's fulltime caregiver. In a storybook scenario, even though my parents had separated years before, my dad selflessly answered my mother's call for help and set about to take care of the woman for whom he had fallen thirty years earlier. My dad learned to become a skilled, confident advocate for my mother, one day at a time.
I saw love and compassion in everything he did for her. He, like most devoted caregivers, was a hero. A dozen years after my mom left us, my dad succumbed after a brief battle with cancer. My brothers and I cared for him through his last months.
Little did I know that my parents' courageous example of dealing with adversity would affect me in more profound ways than I could have imagined.
Fast forward twenty years and in one of life's curious twists, I was diagnosed in my forties with my very own life-threatening illness. Of the many things about my mom that I would have gladly emulated, taking on a strange disease wasn't one of them!
But my personal nemesis would not be multiple sclerosis, my mother's foe. It would be multiple myeloma that pointed its ominous finger at me.
In the nearly three years that I have been sparring with multiple myeloma, I have endured rounds of high-dose chemotherapy, stem cell transplants, vertebral surgeries, broken bones, nausea, profound anemia, and more of the litany of tests, treatments, and troubles that we myeloma patients undergo. I am nearly halfway through a three-year cycle of weekly maintenance therapy designed to keep battering away at any hidden cancer I might be harboring. I am grateful to be in remission.
I recognize that I have been blessed with excellent health care, a committed medical team, and a dedicated group of caregivers, led by my wife, Karen.
Even in the middle of a dizzyingly paced life as a mother to our two daughters, an elementary school music teacher, community and church volunteer, and graduate student, Karen so thoroughly championed my cause that one of my doctors joked that with my 'sickeningly' positive outlook and Karen's dogged attention to treatment details, myeloma is just going to get tired of dealing with us and skulk away. From his lips to God's ears!
Karen has helped me navigate through the unforeseen quirks of living with myeloma. She is as quick with a smile and a laugh as she is with a hug to allay my frustration when things aren't so easy. She isn't afraid to admonish me to take my pills, eat more vegetables, and stop blaming Mr. Dex for my irascible behavior. There is no such thing as playing the cancer card with her. She's one tough cookie!
Through all of the madness of myeloma, Karen has helped our family to maintain our balance and to keep moving forward as lovingly and faithfully as is possible.
I am fortunate that Karen is cut from the same caregiver cloth as my father was. I couldn't be in better hands.
And if I can be half as brave and half as resilient as my mother was during her lifetime, I will make it through my days with myeloma with dignity, no matter the outcome.
Thank you, Mom, and thank you, Karen. Happy Mother's Day!
And thank you to all of those incredibly dedicated caregivers out across Myelomaville!
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Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Celiac, Gluten Intolerance and CD
When they discovered her brother had two genes for celiac, I started to research celiac. An article in the Official Journal of American Pediatrics made me realize her falling and hypotonia and gross motor delay were classic neurological symptoms of celiac. We put her on the gluten free diet and she got better. Her falling completely disappeared several months into the gluten free diet. Six months on the gluten free diet, she FINALLY has muscle tone in her legs--she has completely lost her diagnosis of hypotonia. She is no longer bone and baby fat. And her hair is finally growing.
Because my daughter never ate bread and was on a low gluten diet, typical celiac tests were negative. But, finally a GI doctor who tried to rule it out did the gene testing through Prometheus. Both she and her brother both have two genes for celiac (DQ2/DQ8.) And all their symptoms resolve on a gluten free diet. Many kids under 3 who have celiac test negative on the typical tests for celiac because it takes years for the antibodies to develop.
It is crucial to do testing before you go on a gluten free diet if a diagnosis is important to you. The gene test can be done in addition if you have symptoms of celiac but test negative on typical tests or if you are on a low gluten or gluten free diet. If you have the genes and the symptoms you could have non-celiac gluten intolerance or celiac which both respond miraculously to a gluten free diet.
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- Jeffrey Dach MD said...
Dear GFCF MOM,Print this post
Thank you for an excellent discusion of gene testing and gluten sensitivity. Your unique insights are very valuable.
A recent patient presented with symptoms of unusual neuropathies for many years and many previous doctors. Nothing helped. The Neuropathies involved unusual sensory changes, and were unresponsive to high dose B12 injections.
Although her testing for TTG and EMA Abs are neg, thankfully her neuropathy is improving on a gluten free diet, and supplementation with Benfotiamine, a lipid soluble form of thiamine (B1)which is known to benefit diabetic neuropathy.
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Celiac and Gluten by Jeffrey Dach MD http://www.drdach.com
- March 26, 2008 at 9:25 AM
- Jeffrey Dach MD said...
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- March 26, 2008 at 9:27 AM