text:
Omaha, NE - An Omaha mother of two named Galina asked us not to share her last name with the public, but she did want to share her story.
She said after she and her husband had their second child, they weren't ready to have another child right away. She had a doctor insert an intrauterine device (IUD) called Mirena.
Dr. Brigid McCue said, "IUD is a little piece of plastic. It is inserted into the uterus in the doctor's office." Dr. McCue is an OBGYN but has never treated Galina. She and other doctors often suggest Mirena because of its convenience.
It bills itself as a birth control for busy moms. It can stay inserted for five years and prevents pregnancies by releasing a hormone.
Many women like the IUD because their periods over time usually become shorter, lighter or may stop. Galina says that didn't happen for her, and coupled with some pain, that was her first sign of problems.
"Thirteen months after I had it inserted, I stopped breast feeding. That's when I started to have my periods, and I started to have them twice a month, every two weeks," Galina said. This lasted for at least another year.
Then Galina decided to have the IUD taken out. She says that's when her doctor noticed the IUD had moved and had perforated her uterus. "Once they told me it was outside, I was in complete shock. My family was in shock."
She needed surgery to remove the device. And she's not alone.
Her attorney, Michael Doyle, plans to file a lawsuit on Galina's behalf in the coming weeks. He says right now there are more than 370 lawsuits involving women across the country that claim Mirena caused medical problems for clients.
"In the worst cases you had women who lost their uteruses--had to have a hysterectomy." Doyle went on to say, "I think there's certainly a need for the manufacturer to share a whole lot more information with women and their doctors about this hazard and hazards with this device." He says doctors need to do more follow-ups with patients because the device may move after doctors check its placement. He says that happened with Galina.
Famous advocate Erin Brockovich has gotten behind the cause. Mirena is listed on her web site under current work. (You can see Erin Brockovich's page regarding Mirena by clicking here.)
We called Bayer Pharmaceuticals which makes Mirena. They issued a statement saying, in part, "We care about patients and take the safety of our products very seriously." They also quoted the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), "today's IUDs are much improved from earlier versions, and complications are extremely rare." (You can go to Mirena's web site by clicking here.)
The FDA told us the agency believes Mirena's risks and benefits are acceptably labled. They also said a study is underway, and interim results suggest the risk of uterine perforation is increased when inserted in lactating women. (You can read about the FDA's labeling by clicking here.)
Galina was breastfeeding when she had Mirena inserted.
Galina told us, she and her husband once planned on having more children, but now they won't. "I did ask the doctors, and they said it's probably going to be safe for me to have children. But they told me Mirena was safe too so personally, I don't believe that it's safe.
- Latest


text:
Sure Fit® Patio Armor Royal Grill Cover
Original: $110.00
Sale: $66.00
Web exclusive! Prolong the life of your barbecue with a durable and attractive cover.
Be the first to write a review.
Estimated ship date:
Tell a Friend
You've spent a lot of money on your grill so ensure it lasts for years with a Patio Armor Royal Grill Cover. This superior quality grill cover is constructed of a specially engineered coating that makes it weather-resistant and provides a barrier against rain, snow, dirt, sap, sun, mold and mildew. Durable Velcro® closures help keep the cover in place and built-in vents allow inside heat and moisture to escape.
- Taupe
- Measures: 40"H x 60"W x 26"D
- Made from 600-denier polyester for a canvas-like feel
- UV protection guards against sun fade and damage
- 100% PVC free, eco-friendly fabric
- Velcro® attachments
- Vents on short sides
- 280-g polyester with PU coating
- 100% polyester
- Imported
This item cannot be gift boxed.
This item should only be returned to the warehouse from which it was originally shipped.
Use the pre-addressed return shipping label attached to the packing slip included with your shipment. In the event that you have misplaced your packing slip, this product should be sent to the address below:
Sure Fit
ATTN: Returns
8000 Quarry Rd
Alburtis, PA 18011
Additional information
Shipping & Delivery Details
Returning a purchase
Customer Service

subset: commoncrawl


text:
2010 Racquet Sports Industry Independent String Test
Quasi-Gut is an advanced multifilament nylon string meant to play and feel like natural gut, while maintaining better durability. Tourna Quasi-Gut is constructed from thousands of tightly wound microfibers, each permeated with and contained in a new thermo-elastic polyurethane resin. This high tech resin greatly increases the durability and weather resistance of the string without compromising its natural gut like performance.
Tourna Quasi-Gut is for advanced players who love the feel and performance of natural gut but need added durability, as well as to players who prefer a lively, responsive and powerful string, and players who suffer from tennis elbow or arm soreness.
In The Lab:
After 24 hours (no playing), stringbed stiffness measured 71 RDC units, representing a 8 percent tension loss. Our control string, Prince Synthetic Gut Original Gold 16, measured 78 RDC units immediately after stringing and 71 RDC units after 24 hours, representing a 9 percent tension loss.
In our lab testing of 833 different strings, we found that Unique Tourna Quasi-Gut has a stiffness of 185 lbs/in. and a tension loss of 15.59 lbs. Tourna Quasi-Gut is lighter than average, adding 13 grams to the weight of our unstrung frame.
On The Court:
The string was tested for five weeks by 36 USRSA playtesters, with NTRP ratings from 3.5 to 6. These are blind tests, with playtesters receiving unmarked strings in unmarked packages.
Our playtest team found Tourna Quasi-Gut 16 impressive even for a soft nylon, giving it ratings in the top twenty in four separate categories: 5th overall for Touch/Feel, 6th overall (tie) for Playability, 7th overall (tie) for Comfort, and 11th overall (tie) for Power. Bolstering these results are the teams well-above-average ratings for Tourna Quasi-Gut for Control, Spin Potential, and Tension Retention. As a result, Unique Tourna Quasi-Gut 16 is tied for 16th overall out of the 140 strings weve playtested to date for publication. Additionally, our playtest team told us that Tourna Quasi-Gut 16 doesnt sacrifice playability for durability or vice versa.
Its great to have a soft nylon score well in Touch/Feel, Playability, Comfort, and Power, with two of the playtest team comparing it favorablity to natural gut. Thats what you might expect from Unique Tourna Quasi-Gut 16. Then, out of left field, it also garners good marks for spin potential, and two members of the playtest team compare it favorably to polyester. According to our playtest team, this aint your fathers nylon string.
Playtest Comments:
Wow! In 20 years I have not experienced a string quite like this. It combines the best qualities of a polyester and multifilament nylon. 5.0 male all-court player using Wilson K Tour strung at 66 pounds CP (Luxilon TIMO 18)
All day comfort. Big topspin from the baseline. Touch and placement are effortless. Very solid feel at impact. Great control. 4.5 male all-court player using Wilson nTour strung at 58 pounds CP (Head Sonic Pro 16)
As a polyester player, I expected this string to be too powerful. Not so. The control is great and the feel is crisp. Very little string movement. Adequate spin, especially on kickers. 4.5 male all-court player using Prince EXO3 Rebel (hole inserts) strung at 62 pounds LO (MSV Focus Hex/Prince Synthetic Gut Multifilament 17L/17)
Excellent playability. Firm and responsive. Great control from the baseline and net. 4.0 male baseliner with heavy spin using Wilson nTour strung at 58 pounds CP (Signum Pro Poly Plasma 18)
This string has the control, power, comfort, and general responsiveness of natural gut. 4.5 male all-court player using Volkl Power Bridge 1 strung at 58 pounds CP (Forten Dynamix 16)
I am returning to the game from a hand injury. This string is exactly what the doctor ordered. Quiet and vibration free. Easy power. 5.0 male all-court player using Head Flexpoint Radical MP strung at 53 pounds CP (Polyester 16)
Good control despite the higher power level. Handles high tension very well. Decent bite and very little string movement. 4.0 male all-court player using Prince O3 Speedport Pro White MP strung at 74 pounds CP (Wilson Sensation/Prince Synthetic Gut w/Duraflex 17/18)
Wow! Now I understand what is meant by the term controlled explosion. These strings are very gut like. Comfort and touch are outstanding. This could easily become my string of choice. 4.5 male all-court player using Wilson nPro strung at 60 pounds LO (Wilson Sensation 16)
This is one of the best strings I have ever tested. One cant help but notice the blend cocktail of power, comfort, and control. 5.0 male all-court player using Head Liquidmetal 4 strung at 58 pounds LO (Luxilon Original 16)
This is one of the best multifilaments I have ever used. Where do I sign? 4.0 male baseliner with heavy spin using Babolat Pure Drive Roddick strung at 63 pounds LO (Luxilon Alu Power Fluoro 17)
Excellent feel. Surprisingly good durability for a nylon multifilament. Very responsive. 4.0 male serve-and-volley player using Wilson K Six One (68 holes) strung at 60 pounds LO (Wilson NXT 16)
Excellent bite and resistance to movement. This string has much higher durability than is common for the breed. It provides some of the advantages of polyester without the stiffness. 4.5 male all-court player using Head MicroGEL Prestige Pro MP strung at 55 pounds CP (Luxilon Alu Power Rough/Head UltraTour 16L/17)


text:
Florida Admiralty Trial Lawyers Assn
Lobbying$35,000 Spent
Figures are based on lobbying activity reported to the Senate Office of Public Records. Reported dollar amounts are required to be accurate only to the nearest $20,000. For organizations whose primary business is lobbying, we display total income and top clients. For organizations that are not primarily lobbying firms, we display total amount spent on lobbying and top lobbying firms hired.
For more information, please see our lobbying methodology page.
Lobbying on Behalf of Florida Admiralty Trial Lawyers Assn
Names of Lobbyists
Most Frequently Disclosed Lobbying Issues
- Marine, Boats & Fisheries
Most Frequently Disclosed Bills
Bill No. Title H.R.2838 Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2011 S.1665 Coast Guard Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2012 and 2013 S.2012 Children's Sleepwear Labeling Act of 2011


text:
Family Health Matters:Real men take control of their health
STUART - June is designated as Men's Health Month by the Men's Health Network (MHN) making the month in which we celebrate Father's Day a great time to remind all men about the importance of maintaining good health. Health organizations and other groups will be sponsoring health fairs across the country to offer screenings, health information and other activities, especially during Men's Health Week (June 10-16) to educate and encourage men to take a more proactive role in staying healthy.
Unfortunately, statistically, men still die earlier than women; this is partly due to the fact that they tend to be more likely to smoke and drink alcohol, as well as pay less attention to diet, weight and other health matters. Men are also more prone to develop heart or vascular disease as well as certain cancers unique to males, such as prostate cancer. Many of these illnesses could have been avoided if men were better educated about their health and achieving healthier lifestyles, had regular medical checkups and paid more attention to risk factors and warning signs of disease. Here in the US, cultural norms often promote behavior models that discourage men from actively seeking help when they need it.
'Real men' care for their health
Even if you, as a man, eat right, exercise and avoid smoking and excessive alcohol intake, there are other things you need to do to stay healthy. One of the most important things you can do for your health is to get regular check-ups with your doctor or other health professional. Depending on your age, medical history and other factors, he can recommend tests and screening procedures for prostate cancer or other diseases. Some of these may include tests recommended for all adults:
• Checking your blood pressure and pulse rate
• Blood sugar testing for diabetes, at your physician's discretion
• Cholesterol screening blood tests
• For smokers, a lung cancer screening is highly recommended
• A colorectal screening exam, including a colonoscopy
Medical and other screening tests specifically for men may include:
• PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test to measure PSA levels
• DRE (digital rectal exam) which checks the shape and size of your prostate
• Testicular cancer, while perhaps not as prevalent as prostate cancer, can often be detected yourself through a manual examination. Just as women are encouraged to check their breasts monthly for lumps and irregularities, likewise you should perform testicular self-exams regularly. If you're not sure what to look for, your health care provider can show you.
For men dealing with other issues such as erectile dysfunction, a checkup with your health provider may also uncover hidden contributing medical issues, such as arterial disease.
Family Physician, Dr. Jeffrey Gorodetsky and the staff of the JSG Medical Practice of Stuart, Florida can assess your medical needs and recommend the appropriate tests and screenings for you based on your medical history, age, lifestyle and other factors. Smoking cessation programs, weight management and dietary counseling are also available. For more information on this topic and other family health & medical issues, visit http://www.jsgmedical.com or call 772 223-4504.
This story is contributed by a member of the community and is neither endorsed nor affiliated with TCPalm.
Subscribe to TCPalm.com and our Treasure Coast Newspapers
Need Help? Call us at 1-877-710-6180.
Monday-Friday: 6am-3pm / Saturday: 6:30am-10:30am / Sunday: 7am-11am


text:
Hosted by the Department of Medicine
Guest speakers include Honorable Congressman Danny Davis, US representative of the 7th congressional district of Illinois
Abstract submissions can be sent to Krystle Stewart at email@example.com.
Tickets Required
Do you want to delete all occurrences of the recurring appointment "Urban Global Health Celebration Seminar", or just this one?
Delete this occurrence.
Delete this series.
Copyright © 2015 University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine all rights reserved GuestLogin
If you have questions, comments, or problems accessing this site, please E-mail the webmaster
Privacy StatementPublic Formal Grievance ProceduresHealth Care Industry Conflict of Interest Guidelines
Visit our four campus websites: ChicagoPeoriaRockfordUrbana


text:
JACKSON, Miss. and WASHINGTON, June 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- American HealthTech (AHT), the Ultimate Connectivity Partner in post-acute care, and the American Health Care Association (AHCA) announce automated connectivity for mutual clients and members, respectively. With a touch of a button, clients using AHT's software can quickly and seamlessly export clinical data into AHCA's LTC Trend Tracker(sm).
"Measurement and trending are essential to sustaining a successful quality improvement program such as AHCA's Quality Initiative," says Gov. Mark Parkinson, President and CEO of AHCA. LTC Trend Tracker creates reports to benchmark performance, including survey history, star-ratings, costs, readmissions, resident characteristics, staffing , and more. "Users benefit," says Peggy Connorton, LNHA, marketing manager for LTC Trend Tracker, "because LTC Trend Tracker is the best way to compare regional peers, see where they have advantages, and then market their performance edge to hospitals which are shopping regional markets for the best post-acute providers."
According to Scott Lipman, NHA and Chief Operating Officer of Marrinson Group, Inc., "LTC Trend Tracker from AHCA helps us show a hospital where we excel above regional standards. Outcomes Reporting from AHT helps us graphically show specifics, like results by diagnosis. Combined we have a powerful, fact-based package that illustrates how we want to help hospitals avoid readmission penalties. 'We will work with you,' is our message, and it has been well received."
Teresa Chase, President & CEO of AHT added, "Now more than ever, providers must come to the negotiation table w
|SOURCE American HealthTech
Copyright©2012 PR Newswire.
All rights reserved


text:
This property is no longer supported by Rent.com. Pricing and description information may not be up-to-date. Check out other great properties in the area, we're sure we can find you the perfect home.
Contact for details
A casual atmosphere meets an air of sophistication at Chase On Monroe. Offering all the amenities you want, our community will be your favorite home yet! Whether it???s visiting the fitness center, catching a volleyball game on the sand court or having fun with friends on the putting green, there???s always something entertaining to do, just a few steps from your door! Relax in the comfort of your spacious home equipped with energy-efficient appliances and stylish light fixtures. Thoughtfully laid out, any of our luxurious homes can accommodate your own personal decoration ideas and furniture setting. Wait no more and come meet our friendly and dedicated office team. You???ll be glad you did! Please call for an appointment today.
Our lease terms are: Variable (Please note that lease terms may vary, are subject to change without notice, and are based on availability. Inquire with property staff for complete details)
Pet Policy: Maximum 2 pets per apartment. Restrictions: Call for details.
Dogs Allowed. Cats Allowed. Pets Accepted. Call for service animal policy.
216 units
Don't have a Rent.com account? Create one.
Creating an account allows you to acccess your saved and contacted properties on any device. Already have an account?
Log In
We are experiencing technical difficulties at the moment. Please try again later.


text:
NC Illegals Planning Statewide Vigils on Tuesday – Sit-In Anniversary
On the 51st anniversary of the Greensboro sit-ins, an instrumental moment in the North Carolina civil rights movement, those supporting the DREAM legislation plan to hold vigils. Illegal immigrants and their supporters are trying to hitch their wagons to the star of the black civil rights movement, a shameful act.
What those brave young people did in Greensboro, so many years ago, should not be considered in the same league with people who have entered the United States illegally.
It is possible to enter the U.S. LEGALLY from Mexico, but it takes time and patience. KCC encourages those people to stand and fight their corrupt government, rather than flee here.
These "dreamers" want access to to North Carolina colleges and universities without being taxpaying citizens, despite their criminal status. They also oppose State House Bill 11, which would prevent illegal aliens from entering North Carolina community colleges and public universities.
Sponsored by state Rep. George Cleveland (R-Onslow), the bill would prevent admission to aliens not lawfully present in the United States.
Cleveland is serving his forth term in the state house and is widely respected as one of its most conservative members. He is not afraid to stand alone in the face of compromise and this time, the Dreamers are likely out-of-luck. Officially they are criminals, and as such, this nation owes them nothing.
KCC lived in Guadalajara, Jalisco (Mexico). She saw families living on rooftops in squalor and can understand their desire to flee those conditions. No one wants to live like that. But one must stand up and rally others for change in their own government, instead of coming here.
In other nations, many think the streets in the U.S. are literally paved with gold and that they deserve to be assisted by the U.S. government. While, that would be nice in a dream world, these people do not understand that we have our own deeply rooted budgetary problems. We must internally solve them before we can help anyone else.
Dream act will become a nightmare for illegals this session, in the North Carolina General Assembly.
9 Responses to "NC Illegals Planning Statewide Vigils on Tuesday – Sit-In Anniversary"
By Conservative, I think you mean Deatheater? (Yes, that was a Harry Potter reference in case those books were banned in your library.)
That photo you have listed has a caption describing the protestors at the Woolworth's in Greensboro as "brave". 51 years ago, conservatives like yourself viewed their liberal attitudes as defying social order and the law.
You sit comfortably on a new social order that has enjoyed an increased level of understanding that has been built upon a type of bravery that you would not understand as someone who closes her heart to learning and progress.
Because if you even had the slightest inkling of understanding what went on in Greensboro, you'd connect the dots and understand the history of segregation has not ended for all… nor has the servitude of a underclass treated in conditions next to slavery. (Yes, that was a reference to undocumented immigrants.) Education is a right, not a privilege regardless.
If human beings like yourself extended the an equal concern and care for all humans, the history of our species would be less bloody.
> That photo you have listed has a caption describing the
> protestors at the Woolworth's in Greensboro as "brave".
> 51 years ago, conservatives like yourself viewed their
> liberal attitudes as defying social order and the law.
Christina, might I remind you that Republicans and Conservatives (like Charleton Heston and Ronald Reagan) supported the Civil Rights movement. The GOP supported the passage of the Civil Rights Amendment. Democrats, especially Southern ones, opposed civil rights for Blacks. Democrats were the folks who viewed civil rights as a threat to the social order. Democrats were the folks who dispatched an armed mob to Wilmington a little over a century ago to torch the city and destroy the Republican and Black political order which had won election there. The KKK's ranks were filled with Democrats.
> Education is a right, not a privilege regardless.
The children of illegal immigrants in NC already have a right to a free grade school education. I don't recall the State or Federal Constitution guaranteeing them a right to a college education, though. What about my right to not have my tax dollars subsidize a non-citizen's education?
> If human beings like yourself extended the an equal
> concern and care for all humans, the history of our
> species would be less bloody.
Christina, I oppose illegal immigration because I care about my fellow North Carolinians. The Democrat Party only wants illegal immigrants to come here so they can be "legalized" and then bribed by welfare into voting their way. Heck, if the Democrats can block voter ID, the illegal immigrants won't even need to become "legalized" to vote Democrat.
You might have lived in Guadalajara and seen the poverty in which a lot of people live, but you did not live their reality. Many people who stand up and try to change their condition end up 6ft underground; I am sure it's no news for you that the situation is not safe. Why insist on denying a portion of NC's residents the opportunity to educate themselves? As Jarod mention we are not trying to get a free ride, or amnesty, we just want the opportunity to an education, it's not costing you any money. Or tell Me how would Me paying at least three times more in tuition for community college cost you or the taxpayers money? The community college system would actually profit from my tuition.
Ms. Katy,
As an undocumented student, who was brought to this country as a child, and had no say on the matter. I understand your point. However, this events are being organized entirely by us (youth) and organizations that sympathize with our plight, it is not our parents. I find it entirely irrelevant for you to hold us accountable for their actions, when the only thing they purposefully have tried to do is giving us a better life.
I am an educated individual, who graduated from high school and is attending community college paying out-of-state tuition. I have a dream, and the academic ability, to become an engineer. I have lived in NC almost my entire life, and I consider the US home. I was educated as an American citizen, and uphold its highest principles, I just lack a SSN. I am not asking for a free pass, or an amnesty given to me or my fellow DREAMers. I would like a chance to earn it, and legally become a full citizen of this great nation. Some of us are even willing to serve in the Armed Forces and put our lives in the line because we love this country!!
I understand you have traveled to South America and did not expect any special treatment, but you have to realize that citizens of the US do not need any special treatment, there is always a visa for a country on the south, and us here in the US have more economic power than those people.
I also do not understand why you mean when we cost money?? We are already paying high tuition. We all pay our taxes, and had been given ITIN # issued by the IRS since 1996 for this same purpose. The difference is that while we do pay taxes, we do not get most of the money back. We are not eligible for refundable credits, or social security. Is like a one-way ATM machine where we put the little money we manage to earn mainly through hard labor, and never see the benefits. But these benefits do go to US legal citizens in welfare and unemployment benefits.
We do honor and respect those African-Americans that fought for their Civil Rights issues and equality. We do sympathize, and vice-versa, with the NAACP and do not ask them for money. In fact, they were the ones who approached to us first here in the state. We all can organize, and create revenue by fund-raising events.
I also, do not like it when you call us illegals. That is hate language, and as a country I thought that we had come into terms to end such. It hurts people, it hurts us. We are people fighting for a chance, or in this case to be given one. I really do not understand that. If you are curious about our way of live, why don't you come and approach us, meet with us. Let's talk and see why, we are also people that feel, and then write about us.
I honestly hope that we can become a better country of understanding individuals. And when we do have questions, lets look at the very root of all, not stigmatize the results of such.
Jared wrote: "I also, do not like it when you call us illegals. That is hate language…"
Jared, I sympathize with your plight. If I was one of your parents living in a poor third world nation crushed by government corruption and indifference, where misguided socialist policies and a rigged system prevent people from being justly rewarded for their ambition and hard work, I would feel desperate enough to break US laws and sneak into this country illegally too, so I could make a better life for my children.
The fact remains though that what you euphemistically label as "undocumented" really means you entered the USA illegally. If you hadn't broken the law, you would in fact be "documented". So saying illegal immigrant is not "hate speech", but merely accuracy in language.
I wish America had unlimited resources to feed, clothe, heal, and educate every deserving person on this planet. But you know and I know that America does not. Just like you know that you are not a citizen here and that you're residing here without the permission of our government. So when illegal immigrants fill our schools, our emergency rooms, our jails, etc., you impose on legal residents and you make it harder for more legal immigrants to come here. Euphemism aside, that's the cold hard truth.
Katy said: "On the 51st anniversary of the Greensboro sit-ins, an instrumental moment in the North Carolina civil rights movement, those supporting the DREAM legislation plan to hold vigils. Illegal immigrants and their supporters are trying to hitch their wagons to the star of the black civil rights movement, a shameful act. What those brave young people did in Greensboro, so many years ago, should not be considered in the same league with people who have entered the United States illegally."
It all just sounds so devoid of compassion Katy. After all, most of these activists are young people — even younger than me. Many of them were brought here by their parents at ages as young as months-old. It seems very unfair to punish these children, many of whom have only known this state and this nation as "home," by first preventing them from attaining an education or second by sending them back to a nation they have never known and to a place where they will be perceived as "American" and therefore subject to threats (there are plenty of horror stories about this occurring).
I'm not a parent, but I am the oldest child of five. I can't imagine living in a world where my siblings would have to legally be accountable for something I did. Katy, if you're a mother, would you want your children to be held legally accountable for something you did? It makes no sense.


text:
Log in
Sign up
Link Us:
Search Widget:
No results containing all your search terms fas and furious were found.
Your query - fas and furious - did not match any files in our base. Check the spelling of your terms or try to use our Premium plan to find similar results with your query fas and furious. May be some useful files are in other queries: furious 7, furious gold mediafire, furious 5, furious 6, and s04e05. Also you can try to find fas and furious after one month, our base is rising very fast.
About Features Terms Privacy DMCA Policy Contacts Blog Help
© 2009-2015 filetram.com


text:
Nate Davis Photo Gallery
Assistant Coach - Women's Track & FieldNinth email@example.com
Nate Davis enters his ninth year as an assistant track and field coach at the University of Wisconsin for the 2014-15 season.
Davis coaches the Badgers' men and women in the combined-events and high jump. In addition, "Coach Nate" serves as a USA Track and Field Level II instructor for the combined events, and is also one of only a few coaches to have earned both the USA Track & Field certified Level III accreditation and the IAAF Elite Coach certification in the jumping events. In his eight years as a Badger assistant, he has coached 17 Big Ten Champions and 25 All-Americans in the heptathlon, decathlon, high jump, pole vault, horizontal jumps and sprint hurdles. He has also had 6 athletes participate at the 2012 USA Olympic Trials and has had 10 athletes make international teams - earning three medals.
The notable performances in 2014 were led by Zach Ziemek. Ziemek won his second Big Ten Championship in the decathlon, and finished 5th in both the indoor heptathlon, and the decathlon during the outdoor season at the NCAA Championships. He finished fifth at the USA Championships in the decathlon and went on to represent Team USA at the Thorpe Cup in Marburg, Germany. Ziemek finished 5 decathlons in 2014 and broke the Wisconsin school record with a 7981 performance that was marked by a 25-4 1/4 (7.73m) mark in the long jump. Ziemek finished the 2014 season ranked 35th in the world in the decathlon.
Japheth Cato won his fourth Big Ten heptathlon title in 2014 in addition to setting a personal best in the high jump of 7-2 1/4 (2.19), and breaking the indoor school record in the pole vault, soaring 18-1 1/2 (5.53m) to become the first 18' pole vaulter in school history.
Georgia Ellenwood finished the 2014 season with a seventh-place finish at the World Junior Championships in Eugene, Oregon with a personal best of 5591 in the heptathlon. Ellenwood represented the Badgers at the NCAA Championships in 2014 where earned second-team All-America honors. In addition, she set a personal best of 5-10 (1.78m) in the high jump, the she marked her appearance with a 1.78 (5'10") performance in the high jump, which is tied for the seventh-best mark in program history.
Deanna Latham won her first Big Ten Championship in the pentathlon in 2014 with a score of 4,253 points, a personal best. She went on to finish fifth at the NCAA Championships in the pentathlon and 11th at the USA Championships in the heptathlon. She cracked the 5700 point barrier for the first time in the heptathlon in 2014, and went on to represent Team USA at the Pan Am Combined Events Challenge in Ottawa. This marked the second international team Latham has made. As a freshman, Latham achieved a runner-up finish in the heptathlon at the 2011 USA Junior Outdoor Championships and a bronze medal for Team USA at the 2011 Pan Am Junior Championships in Miramar, Fla.
Through the years, the Badgers have had several noteworthy performances under Davis.
Former Badger Egle Staisiunaite finished her stellar senior season by qualifying for the 2011 NCAA Outdoor Championships in Des Moines, Iowa in the 400 hurdles. She then went on to the 2012 Olympic Games in the 400 hurdles, as she represented her native Lithuania in London. Staisiunaite posted a personal-best time of 56.58 in the event at the European championships in Helsinki, Finland, to qualify for the Olympics.
Megan Seidl qualified for the 2010 NCAA Indoor Championships as a senior and broke a 14-year old school record in the high jump by clearing 6-0 3/4 (1.85m). She became UW's first champion in the high jump in 2009. She went on to a personal best of 6'3" (1.90) and a top 5 US ranking on her way to making the finals at the 2012 US Olympic Trials.
Chavon Robinson earned All-America honors, claimed a Big Ten championship in 2010 and posted a school record mark of 43-3 1/4 (13.19m) in the triple jump.
Monika Jakutyte won UW's first-ever Big Ten title in the indoor high jump and claiming All-America honors at both the NCAA indoor and outdoor championships in 2011. Jakutyte finished her career with a best of 6' (1.83).
Jordan Helgren achieved a third-place finish in the triple jump at the USA Junior Championships with a 42-1 1/2 (12.84m) performance as a freshman in 2010. Helgren went on to finish her stellar career at the NCAA Championship final in Des Moines, IA.
Jenny Soceka won the Big Ten title in the pole vault and went on to finish eighth at the 2010 NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Ore., to earn All-America honors. Soceka went on to break the Big Ten outdoor record in the pole vault with her clearance of 14-3 1/2 (4.36m). She competed in two US National Championships and finished as high as ninth.
In 2012, the Badgers trio of Dorcas Akinniyi, Jessica Flax and Deanna Latham put together an unprecedented performance in the combined events, sweeping the podium at the Big Ten championships in both the indoor pentathlon and the outdoor heptathlon. Akinniyi finished second in the pentathlon at the 2012 NCAA Indoor Championships with a school-record performance of 4,299 points, which featured a personal-best and USA Olympic Trials qualifying mark of 6-0 1/2 (1.84m) in the high jump.
The trio of Flax, Akinniyi and Latham became the third set of teammates in NCAA history to score a top-10 finish in an NCAA heptathlon during the outdoor campaign. Wisconsin was the first program since 2001 to send three heptathletes to the NCAA championships. All three Wisconsin heptathletes posted Olympic Trials qualifying performances during the outdoor campaign, with Flax recording a school-record score of 5,826 points, Akinniyi logging a best of 5,733 and Latham scoring 5,606.
Flax finished her stellar outdoor career with a silver medal in the heptathlon at the NACAC Under-23 Championships in Mexico. She punctuated her career at the meet with a personal-best run of 13.38 seconds in the 100 hurdles.
In all, Davis coached five athletes to six qualifying performances for the 2012 USA Olympic Trials. Former Badger Megan Seidl finished ninth in the high jump and Ayla Smith finished 12th (56.70) in the 400 hurdles.
At the 2010 Big Ten Championships the women jumpers, heptathletes, pole vaulters and hurdlers under Davis' charge accounted for 77.5 points at the Big Ten outdoor meet, and a total of nine of Davis' athletes went on to represent UW at the NCAA Preliminary Round in Austin, Texas.
Akinniyi went on to finish ninth at the 2010 USA Outdoor Championships and later claimed the silver medal in the heptathlon while representing Team USA at the NACAC Under-23 Championships in Miramar, Fla.
Davis came to Wisconsin from Eastern Illinois University, where he served as the coach of the men's and women's jumpers, pole vaulters and multi-event athletes from 2005 to 2007. He coached 21 Ohio Valley Conference champions with the Panthers, while his athletes earned a total of 60 all-conference honors.
During his three years at EIU, Davis' athletes set nine school records and three conference championship records. Kyle Ellis set an EIU school record in the pole vault at 17-1 (5.21m), and Obe Eruteya finished sixth at the 2007 NCAA Mideast Regional in the triple jump at 51-0 1/4 (15.55m). He also sent two athletes to the USA outdoor championships, three athletes to the USA junior championships and qualified 12 athletes to the NCAA Mideast Regional.
Davis aided the Panthers to six Ohio Valley team titles (four for men and two for women), while two of his athletes were named the conference field event athlete of the year and one earned conference freshman of the year honors.
Davis also served as the head track and field coach and assistant football coach at Independence (Kan.) Community College from 2002 to 2004. In two years, he coached three junior college national champions, 10 junior college All-Americans and one junior college national record holder as Ryan Koontz jumped 7-1 3/4 (2.18m) in the decathlon high jump.
The Pirates set 23 school records and had a 10th-place finish at the national junior college meet, their highest ever. Under Davis' tutelage, Independence had three different high jumpers produce the top-three high jump marks in the NJCAA for 20 consecutive months.
Prior to Independence, Davis was an assistant coach at Elizabethtown (Pa.) College, where he was the field events coach. He was also a teacher and assistant coach at Chinle (Ariz.) High School.
Davis graduated from Lebanon Valley College in 2000 with a bachelor's degree in political science. He was a three-year letterwinner in football and set the school's all-time record in the decathlon. He earned his master's degree in health and human performance from Fort Hays (Kan.) State in 2004.
In 2011, Davis was credited with his work in the book "Special Strength Training Manual for Coaches" written by world-renowned expert in strength training Yuri Verkoshansky and his daughter, Natalia.
Davis and his wife, Ann, have two daughters Kobi-Ann and Kaari and a son Maxon.
2015 Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System. All rights reserved worldwide.
Contact Us | Problems or accessibility issues: email@example.com


text:
Welcome to MyTeamHelmets.com! We specialize in officially licensed premium quality sports and outdoor products such as the Teammate line of college bike helmets. These universal size, safety helmets are licensed by top schools like Michigan and USC and feature a high quality glossy finish with the instantly recognizable colors, logos and marks of popular schools.
MyTeamHelmets.com is a perfect place to shop for a gift item for students, alumni, athletes and fans who ride a bike to campus, work or on the weekend. Now, MyTeamHelmets.com has added official bike jerseys! Check out these official cycling and mountain bike jerseys and choose from teams like UCLA, Michigan, Colorado and many more.


text: US Park Service Trail of Governor Statues to be Dedicated June 14 By Associated Press May 31, 2013 The bronze statues of former South Dakota governors Frank Farrar, Harvey Wollman and Bill Janklow will be unveiled during a July 14 event in the state Capitol Rotunda. Read More|Comment Category: Articles Tags: Pierre, State Capitol Send to a friend! Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Pin it! Reddit This! Share on Tumblr!


text:
Jesse Bennett Perrin
Position: DB
Height: 6-2 Weight: 178 lbs.
Born: October 20, 1959 in Orange County, CA
High School: Decatur
College: Alabama (school history)
Drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 3rd round (65th overall) of the 1982 NFL Draft.
Weighted Career AV (100-95-...): 23 (4243rd overall since 1950)
Sponsor this page for $5 and help Pro-Football-Reference.com provide this service. Your message will replace this ad.
Output includes all games from 1920 to 2015.


text:
Descriptions of course offerings are included below. For advice on course selection be sure to speak with a faculty adviser.
Unless otherwise noted, these courses are taught every year and in the semesters indicated.
200. Introduction to Gender and Sexuality Studies.
Fall or Spring. Credits: 4.
An interdisciplinary course designed primarily for first and second year students. This course explores the construction of gendered ideologies from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.
400. Feminist and Queer Theory.
Fall or Spring. Credits: 4.
An interdisciplinary seminar in contemporary feminist and queer thought for advanced students. Students will examine the contributions of feminist scholars in fields including political theory, literary criticism, psychology, anthropology, sociology, and philosophy. Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor required. Prerequisite: GSST 200 or permission of instructor.
460. Internship.
Fall, Spring. Credits: 1-4
Degree Requirements: F11.
A directed internship in which students integrate their academic study of gender or sexuality issues with practical experience in off-campus organizations, agencies, or businesses. To be eligible, students must have a G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher. Pass/Fail only.


text:
The supposed benefits of probiotic bacteria in the gut are numerous; from decreasing the incidence of diarrhea, to replenishing the digestive system's micro-biome after a heavy treatment of antibiotics to cure an illness. And though there isn't a definitive consensus amongst medical practitioners that these benefits are scientifically proven, there is agreement on what foods to eat if you're looking to increase the level of healthy bacteria in your gut (any fermented dairy products with live cultures present, usually yogurts, dairy drinks, and some cheeses).
However, once you've made it a point to increase the number of these bacteria in your digestive system, they need to be fed and cultivated. That's where "prebiotics" come in. Prebiotics are carbohydrates that the human body cannot digest, but which act as a source of food for the bacteria in our gut. They can be found in a number of foods but never in the same food in which probiotics are found. Here are 8 to try:
Making these foods a part of your diet will please the helpful organisms throughout your digestive system, and if preliminary studies indicate correctly, those helpful bacteria will please you in return.
{ 0 comments }


text:
False Trail (Jagarna 2)
Posted: February 09, 2013|
- Date(s):
- Location:
- Details:
- Stockholm-based police officer Erik Backstrom returns to his hometown to investigate the murder of a girl and falls foul of local hunter Torsten, who has more reasons than most to avoid the cops.
Price: £6.50, child £3, concs £5
Times: 7.00
Broadway Cinema,14-18 Broad Street, Hockley,Nottingham,NG1 3AL
0115 952 6611
Book a Cab
Local World In Partnership with Minicabit. Easily plan your local or long distance trip by instantly comparing prices from hundreds of licensed cab operators. Now you can book the cheapest and most convenient way to get to your destination in cities, towns and airports across the UK.


text:
Wheelset £400 or less - what to go for?
Previous Forum topic
Next Forum topic
Advice or general thoughts please.
Looking for a good all-round wheelset for up to £400, but preferably less.
They're to go on a pretty lightweight build, so I'd like to keep shaving off grams if possible. I'm about 70kg so shouldn't have too many problems with lighter and more delicate wheels.
I've been pondering a few wheels:
Campagnolo Zonda
Mavic Krysium Elite (a smidge over budget but oh so tempting)
Fulcrum Racing 3
Shimano Ultegra 6700
I've got Pro-Lite Bracchianos on my other bike, so they're out for this one.
Any experience? Any other wheels to add to my shopping list?
I got the Shimano RS80 (that I think is the same as the Shimano Ultegra 6700, but I'm not sure) on my old Bianchi
I'm no expert , but the bike seems to fly
and the swoosh from the wheels is mesmerizing ...
posted by giladj [7 posts]
20th March 2012 - 11:56
My Ksyrium Elites are fantastic and have lasted really well.... worth stretching for if you can
posted by jimmo62 [59 posts]
20th March 2012 - 12:17
RS80's or Racing 3's at this price point, either are brilliant value. Just decide which type of hub bearing you want as RS80's are C and C but the Fulcrum's are fully sealed units.
posted by Adam Buckland_ASD [27 posts]
20th March 2012 - 12:19
posted by Adam Buckland_ASD [27 posts]
20th March 2012 - 12:21
Another vote here for the RS80's. Had mine about 6 months and they are great. They are pretty light at around 1500g and are a perfect all round wheelset. The same rim is used on the dura ace C24's with different hubs.
posted by carlgrz [51 posts]
20th March 2012 - 12:24
The RS80s are the carbon/alloy laminate ones?
Does the carbon stand up to scuzzy potholed country lanes well?
posted by bashthebox [764 posts]
20th March 2012 - 12:27
Ultegra 6700s are not as good as the RS80s, which have the clever part carbon rim. They share the rim with the C24 dura ace 7900 wheel set, just the hub differs. From reading reviews the rim does well with potholes and similar. I'm planning on getting a set for the spring, they'll knock 500g or more off the weight of my RS10s. Confusing of Shimano to have both r/rs ranges and tiara / ultra / 105 / dura-ace some of which overlap and some don't.
Cannondale CAAD10, Condor Terra-X and an orange Brompton.
Ride for East London Velo
posted by zzgavin [208 posts]
20th March 2012 - 13:35
posted by bashthebox [764 posts]
20th March 2012 - 13:50
I've got some 6700 Ultegra's, made a massive difference to my bike, well worth it - when you accelerate you actually go! However, see my post from today about tyres - if these RS80's are the same be aware of how difficult it is to get certain tyres on. I can only guess its the height of the rims, and reading some other posts here it seems the RS80's are very similar to 6700's.
posted by Zermattjohn [180 posts]
20th March 2012 - 14:17
A quick google 'shopping' search shows Ribble selling the RS80 wheelset for £336.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice, but in practice...
posted by notfastenough [3724 posts]
20th March 2012 - 14:21
What about American Classic Sprint 350's?
I only hear good things about American Classics, I nearly bought a set myself before deciding on Pro-Lite Bracciano's as they suited the look of my bike better. The American Classics can be quite blingy...
Twitter: @velosam
posted by SamShaw [324 posts]
20th March 2012 - 15:15
Reading up on the American Classics, they seem amazing but weak. Since I'm after an all-round wheel, i reckon the RS80s are a better bet?
posted by bashthebox [764 posts]
20th March 2012 - 18:56
I've just upgraded to Ksyrium Elites and they are superb. Light and responsive, and nicely bling too. Merlin are doing them for £375 delivered. I also looked at RS80s and found them for £299 from Planet X, and Ribble are doing good deals on Fulcrum Racing 3s too. I'm mightily impressed with my Mavics though
posted by psychonabike [16 posts]
20th March 2012 - 22:23
I'm very happy with my Zondas, nice and quick, look good too.
Ah! Condor
posted by Bedfordshire Clanger [346 posts]
21st March 2012 - 0:20
Being a poor relation to you lot, I am the proud owner of some new Shimano WH-R500'S. I'm gobbsmacked how much difference they have made to the response of my pedalling efforts. I thought my Alex R500's were a semi decent wheel, but these new ones are a whole level better. I think my input to this debate is fairly irrelevant, but whatever wheel you decide to go for I would strongly recommend that you take care to have them trued and loobed regularly and proffesionally. (nothing worse than a keen amateur)
posted by nick nick [1 posts]
21st March 2012 - 0:44
I bought some Ultegra 6700s from Planet-X on special, paying only NZD400 (about GBP200) and love them. If you're not in a hurry, just keep an eye on the websites for specials.
Gerard the Kiwi
posted by GerardR [103 posts]
21st March 2012 - 8:47
Planet X have RS80s for 299. I know, I've been staring at them and trying not to buy for a long time... spring treat perhaps?
posted by alotronic [419 posts]
21st March 2012 - 11:00
I would also suggest RS80s. Wish I could find £300 for a pair myself!
posted by Simon E [2422 posts]
21st March 2012 - 11:10
Sod it, RS80s it is then. My mate rides the DAC24s and loves em, so I reckon they're a good bet.
posted by bashthebox [764 posts]
21st March 2012 - 11:33
This has also swung it for me, just waiting for a cheque to clear then it's an upgrade to RS80's.
I was going to put Schwalbe Durano S tyres on them following positive comments elsewhere on this site, but was wondering about inner tubes. Never really given them a thought and just buy whatever's cheapest - given the investment in decent wheels and tyres, should I be getting better tubes? If so, what should I look for?
posted by firstname.lastname@example.com [169 posts]
21st March 2012 - 12:26
I use Continental Race 28 Light, which are about half the weight of a standard inner tube, without being too delicate. Are also butyl, so don't loose air as fast as a latex inner tube.
two wheels good; four wheels bad
posted by cat1commuter [1452 posts]
21st March 2012 - 12:54
just wondering what the RS80's are like against the pro-lites?
posted by hornjik [1 posts]
17th September 2012 - 11:15
Has anyone on here used the Planet-X carbon 50mm clinchers (currently on their site for £500)?
If I was looking to spend £400 on a set of wheels I would probably try and push a little higher in my budget for these.....although I've never actually seen anyone ride them?
RS80's seem a pretty popular choice though........maybe a wheel upgrade is on the cards next year!
Ben Burns
posted by Ben Burns [61 posts]
17th September 2012 - 12:44
RS80's seem a pretty popular choice though........maybe a wheel upgrade is on the cards next year!
But I probably won't be buying a pair of RS80's when I come to upgrade......please see one of the other forum posts on getting a spoke fixed with Shimano wheels (nightmare)!
Ben Burns
posted by Ben Burns [61 posts]
17th September 2012 - 13:12
what about mavic cxp 33,s hand built, not the lightest but a very good allround wheel set, good spoke count which helps, mine cost 206 pound from lbs plus you would have plenty of change to buy other things
posted by issacforce [223 posts]
20th September 2012 - 10:33


text:
Judge Finds Man Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity In Father's Stabbing Death
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – A Williamson County judge found a man not guilty by reason of insanity in the stabbing death of his father.
During a bench trial Tuesday morning, Judge Timothy Easter found Daniel Cantrell not guilty of first degree criminal homicide in the death of 65-year-old Oliver Cantrell.
Police said Cantrell's wife called 911 after finding Oliver Cantrell bleeding at his home on Heathrow Hills Drive in Brentwood on the night of April 2. He had suffered at least one stab wound and died from his injuries.
Cantrell was also at the home and taken into custody.
The 31-year-old waived his right to a jury trial as well as his right to testify Tuesday morning.
"Mr. Cantrell's attorneys, and the state, basically stipulated and agreed to the facts of the case," said District Attorney General Kim Helper.
The judge found he met the criteria for an insanity defense when he committed murder as he was suffering from paranoid schizophrenia.
"This manifested itself that day, with him becoming extremely paranoid, and schizophrenic, and being convinced, unfortunately, that his father was trying to harm him in some way. Which of course was not true," explained Catrell's attorney David Raybin.
Raybin said Cantrell thought he and his father were robots the day of Oliver Cantrell's murder.
The Cantrell family was in the court as the judge committed Daniel to a mental institution for treatment.
"The family, is a really close family, they're wonderful people, they feel very strongly in their son, and also Mr. Oliver Cantrell, that this is a horrible family tragedy," Raybin said.
He was found competent to stand trial as he was being treated with medications.
After the verdict, the judge ordered Cantrell to be committed to the Middle Tennessee Mental Health Institute as he was said to likely injure himself or others if he is not treated in the forensic services unit. Once doctors notice he is better, another hearing would be held to determine the next steps in the case.
Previous Story:
- Latest


text:
President's blog reports on spring 2009 highlights
The most recent entry to Bill's Blog posts the president's report to the board of trustees at the May 2009 board meeting.
"This is my 26th report to the board of trustees and it comes at a challenging time in our life together. There have been times in the past year when I have been pretty discouraged – never quite without hope -- but discouraged. The crisis in the world's economy has loomed over us every day. PSR is by no means alone in facing serious economic challenges; in fact, many organizations are in far worse shape than we are..."


text:
Concealed heel measures approximately 100mm/ 4 inches. Shoes don't get much more covetable than Isabel Marant's 'Bekett' sneakers, which have taken the fashion world by storm. We can't get enough of this bright-blue pair cut from suede and leather. Wear them with all your favorite weekend outfits to instantly raise your style status.
Concealed wedge heel measures approximately 100mm/ 4 inchesBright-blue leather and suedeOversized padded tongue, perforated detailing, round toeVelcro-fastening straps across front
Product code: 314594 - Need help? Contact us


text:
- Musician's Friend Best Selection, Price & Service. Guaranteed.
Call our Gear Heads
at: 800-449-9128
Call our Gear Heads
at: 800-449-9128
Find a similar product below or contact our experts for a recommendation of great alternatives. Call us at 800-449-9128.Similar Items:
Find a similar product below or contact our experts for a recommendation of great alternatives. Call us at 800-449-9128.Similar Items:
Upgraded with Aphex electronics.
The Dean Performer Quilt Ash Acoustic-Electric Guitar is crafted with beautifully quilted ash top, back, and sides, mahogany neck, and a bound 22-fret rosewood fingerboard. You will be heard in any venue with the Dean guitar's under-the-saddle piezo pickup and Dean DMT I2NR preamp with tuner that's been enhanced with the addition of Aphex electronics. The Aphex™ Aural Exciter technology enhances the Exotica's already-full tone by revealing its natural brightness, clarity, and resonance With Aphex, Dean Exoticas are the most massive sounding acoustics available. Other Performer guitar amenities include gold tuners, an abalone rosette, and a gloss natural finish.
Check the drop-down menu to the right to select colors and/or other options. Case sold separately.
Order today with the protection of our 45-day lowest price and total satisfaction guarantees!
Review Snapshot®by PowerReviews
Reviewed by 2 customers
Sort by
Best Uses
Comments about Dean Performer Quilt Ash Acoustic-Electric Guitar with Aphex:
This was really a nice instrument. This beautiful Blue color accents the quilt ash wood. It plays very well but does not have a good low end. Over all this was a great,prize find for me and I would suggest this instrument to any one.
Best Uses
Comments about Dean Performer Quilt Ash Acoustic-Electric Guitar with Aphex:
I bought this Guitar about four years ago used from MusiciansFriend. I didn't know it but one of the main support boards just inside the hole was cracked. I played it like that for four years. I fixed it last week and of course it changed my sound completely. The highs and mids are a little extreme at times. I have to EQ them almost out totally. And the the Lows I have to add in. The only thing I would recommend is have someone check out your guitar and setup the action right away. The crack could have been found a lot faster and could have been a disaster had it gotten any worse. Buying used sight unseen, well lesson learned and at least it was fixable. On another note though, this guitar is awesome for the price. Once I got my EQ the way I wanted, it sounds great. I bar cord and open cord, on this guitar you will notice some slight difference in tones and resonation going back and forth between open to bar cords, but it is slight and most guitars in this price range will have that issue as well. Harmonics are great. My only complaint is the Low end. Oh and something I've learned over time. Each guitar will sound a bit different even if it's the same model. From now on, I will buy from the store and I will buy the sound I like rather than focus on the models.
Our product catalog varies by country due to manufacturer restrictions. If you change the Ship-To country, some or all of the items in your cart may not ship to the new destination.


text:
The inversion can be a driver of speciation. In the process of gene-shuffling during the formation of sex cells (known as recombination), an inverted region can't successfully swap genes with its counterpart chromosome precisely because it's backwards. Lowry's first clue was that crosses between the two ecotypes didn't produce any recombinations in the part of the chromosome where the inversion was eventually found.
Because they aren't reshuffled by recombination, the genes within the inverted stretch end up traveling through time as one large block of genes, rather than an assortment. "So the inversion sort of works like a super gene," Lowry said.
Inversions are particularly interesting to biologists who are trying to figure out how one species becomes two. Notably, many significant inversions have been identified between humans and chimpanzees. And one of Lowry's Duke advisors, biologist Mohamed Noor, has found inversions help separate new species of fruitflies.
"Inversions are going to be seen as an important part of local adaptation as more people look for them," said Duke biology professor John Willis, who was Lowry's thesis advisor and co-author. "This is an extremely important argument and could explain a lot of the inversions that people are finding."
To prove the adaptations were in the inversions, Lowry painstakingly put the annual spelling of the inversion into perennial plants and the perennial spelling into the annuals through a long series of crosses in the greenhouses at Duke. Then he took 1,600 of these carefully edited plants out to test plots across several habitats in the Pacific Northwest to see how they'd do in the 2009 growing season. "It was a huge amount of
|Contact: Karl Leif Bates
Duke University


text:
Select the store nearest you to check available inventory* on item #: TWA30400
*We highly recommend that you call to verify the information shown above before visiting the store.
Add this classic margarita salt to your alcoholic beverages for an irresistible kick that will keep your customers craving more!
Rim your margaritas with this classic margarita salt from Twang-A-Rita™! A classic favorite, Twang's lime margarita salt is made with premium ingredients to bring you a top-quality margarita. It's a flavorful, 100% Kosher salt blend that will effortlessly add profit to your liquor and mixer sales. This margarita salt goes great with margaritas, bloody mary's, tequila shots, and more. An irresistible rimming salt for your mixed drinks, cocktails, and more, this margarita salt will add the zing to your alcoholic beverages! Take the portable container to parties, tailgates, or special events. This classic margarita salt is a must-have for bars, nightclubs, restaurants, hotels, and more.
Ace Mart™ is a registered trademark of Ace Mart Restaurant Supply Co.
© Ace Mart Restaurant Supply Co. All rights reserved.
Call Customer Service Toll Free: 1-888-898-8079 or
Email Us


text:
- Home
- News
- Sports
- Classifieds
- Obituaries
- Special Sections
- Games
- Local Guide
PAWTUCKET – There were concerns, to be sure. There always are whenever you're dealing with a tense situation akin to the high school football episode that has resulted in the reclassification of expectations for Tolman in 2014.
From the perspective of Tolman Principal Christopher Savastano, the chief worry was that those student-athletes and coaches deemed at fault would be tasked with playing next season with no shot at qualifying for the playoffs. Those fears were confirmed Tuesday morning when the Rhode Island Principals' Committee on Athletics denied Tolman's appeal to lift its one-year postseason ban.
Savastano received the news in a phone call from R.I. Interscholastic League Executive Director Tom Mezzanotte. Less than 24 hours prior, Savastano appeared before the PCOA where he made it a point to extol all the positives that have taken place in the hallways at the Exchange Street campus since becoming principal in July 2012.
The Principals' Committee granted no leniency with regards to the on-field skirmish that marred the conclusion of Tolman's 54-0 non-league victory over Hope on Nov. 15 at Pariseau Field. The incident, which by all accounts was resolved in quick fashion, was deemed volatile enough to warrant harshly punitive discipline.
"From the vantage point of the Hope coach (Michael Gibbons), and it happened right near his sideline, most of the players he saw were actually pulling kids away from the pile," said Savastano.
After Savastano said his peace, he exited the Rhode Island College room, and the PCOA voted unanimously to uphold what was originally decreed a day or two after a November meeting with officials at both schools.
"Chris did a great job with his presentation, but the committee felt that the number of issues that have developed in the past few years with regard to players entering the field of play and fighting is a great concern," Mezzanotte said. "A message had to be sent."
"It's certainly disappointing, but I'm a teacher at heart. I think the most important thing is for our kids to use this as a teachable moment as far as our expectations for them on the athletic fields," Savastano expressed. "They represent our school and the community and how extremely important it is for them to abide by all the rules, especially those rules that pertain to safety and sportsmanship."
How Tolman got to the point where postseason eligibility has been removed from the equation long before the first league game is far from simple and straightforward. The head official for the game in question passed on what happened to Jim Ashley, the commissioner of officials for the Southeastern Massachusetts Football Officials Association (SEMFOA) and primary overseer of R.I. football officiating.
Ashley then informed Mezzanotte, who requested the principal, athletic director, and head football coach at Tolman and Hope appear before select members of the PCOA. All of the essential personnel from both sides sat in the same room.
"One of the arguments we presented was questioning whether a game like that should have even been scheduled, a Division I team (Tolman) versus a Division IV team (Hope)," said Savastano. "That's how we ended up in a situation where the score ended up 54-0."
A few days passed before the RIIL came back with its findings. For Tolman, the three football players who Savastano felt were "out of line and committed the most egregious offense" would remain suspended for the Thanksgiving game against Shea, a decision the league agreed with. The second sanction was a $200 fine with the third consisting of probation for the 2014 season.
The fourth sanction – no shot at the playoffs – was what Tolman sought to overturn. Hope did not have any players suspended, though the program was also assessed with a $200 fine, probation and a one-year playoff ban.
Hope has already served its playoff sentence. At the time of the incident, the Blue Wave were in contention in Division IV – they ended up in a four-way tie for the fourth and final playoff spot, which was awarded to Scituate.
In Tolman's case, the Tigers went winless in eight Division I tries, a record that Mezzanotte admitted was the reason the playoff ban was imposed for the following season.
"If both teams were eligible last year, then they would have been ineligible," said Mezzanotte. "However, because Tolman was already ineligible based on its record, they would be ineligible next year."
This act of suspending a future team from playoff competition based solely on events taking place during prior competition is believed to be uncharted territory for the RIIL and PCOA. Mezzanotte defended the decision by saying it was important to send a message to the rest of the state that there will be serious consequences should fights ensue.
"It was a matter of significance with regard to how we address this with the coaches in all their preseason meetings. This was a priority and we wanted to make sure that appropriate supervision was maintained before, during and after games," he expressed. "When I say proper supervision, I mean having control of your athletes in the event of any kind of on-field altercation."
The news comes the same week when the Tigers officially returned to Division II after posting a 3-13 record against Division I foes the past two seasons. The program's struggles were not revisited when Savastano stood before the entire PCOA board on Monday. Instead, he cited how suspensions at Tolman High have been drastically reduced and made reference to a recent survey where 71 percent of students felt comfortable enough to reach out to an adult in the building "in a time of need."
"I was trying to emphasis that we have great kids in this building and promote the progress we've made," said Savastano. "Unfortunately, my peers voted to uphold the sanctions. I have to respect their opinions and do appreciate that they gave me due process to advocate for the Tolman community."
Asked if felt Tolman was being singled out, Savastano responded, "I wouldn't say that we're being made an example of. Maybe it was just poor timing on our part that we committed this type of unsportsmanlike conduct at a time in the country where this is becoming more and more concerning."
As for the tall order that awaits Tolman head coach Dave Caito this season, that of keeping his players on task and motivated in the face of overwhelming odds, Savastano feels, "Every time the kids in this school have been presented with a challenge, they seem to rise to the occasion. I am cautiously confident and optimistic that we will continue to do that. They will play hard next year and enjoy just playing and being competitive and representing our school."
Follow Brendan McGair on Twitter @BWMcGair03View more articles in:


text:
As of Thursday, March 28, 2013
© Copyright 2015 Clayton News Daily
MORROW Morrow police Capt. Greg Tatroe didn't recognize the phone number of the person calling him at a training seminar in Florida last November, but a little voice told him he needed to take the call.
It turned out to be the FBI and they were looking for him.
While a call from the federal agency might normally be dreaded, this call wasn't so bad. It didn't have anything to do with missing people or federal crimes.
It was actually the realization of a long-time career goal for Tatroe.
"Sometimes I don't answer if I don't recognize the number, but I answered it and they said 'Hey you've been accepted into the National Academy,' " Tatroe said. "I'm really excited."
Wednesday was Tatroe's last day on the job in Morrow for the next three months. He will leave for Quantico, Va. April 6 and begin his FBI training two days later.
Tatroe, who briefly served as the Morrow Police Department's interim chief in late 2011 and early 2012, is the first Morrow police officer to go through the FBI's training program in at least 10 years, according to department leaders.
It was a gift to him from the city and police Chief Chris Leighty to thank Tatroe for leading the department after former Chief Jeff Baker was arrested by his own officers for DUI and resigned in November 2011.
"He's done nothing in the year that I've been here as chief to disprove his worthiness to attend the national academy," Leighty said.
The city is picking up the costs of sending Tatroe to the academy.
"This is his opportunity to make the most of it and we're looking forward to it," City Manager Jeff Eady said.
Tatroe has worked in law enforcement for 21 years, beginning as a military patrol officer in the U.S. Army. He then served for Missouri years as a cop and has been with the Morrow Police Department for the last 15 years.
Leighty said it can normally take a year and a half for the FBI to review an officer's application to the training academy. He explained Tatroe's was processed a little faster because a friend of a chief who worked for the FBI heard about the city's plans a year ago and offered to help.
The training mixes physical fitness activities and classes to learn the latest information about criminal justice subjects such as behavioral science, forensic science, terrorism and leadership development.
The training will last 10 weeks and Tatroe will be part of the academy's 253rd session. His session's graduation date is set for June 14.
"You're awarded your diploma by the FBI director," he said. "It's going to be good."
Participants must complete a 6.1 mile Marine Corps-style obstacle course known as the "Yellow Brick Road" and a 34 mile swim known as the "Blue Brick Road" before they can graduate.
Tatroe said he has been doing fitness training for six months for the academy, causing him to lose 35 pounds as a result.
After it was announced at a Morrow City Council meeting Tuesday that Tatroe was about leave for the academy, Councilman Bob Huie offered best wishes.
"Good luck on the 'Yellow Brick Road,' " Huie said.
More like this story
- Morrow's new police chief a community-oriented man ( March 30, 2012 )
- Leighty pledges unity as new Morrow police chief ( March 27, 2012 )
- Morrow's top cop quits, will return to Atlanta ( April 3, 2014 )
- Atlanta officer to become Morrow's top cop ( March 26, 2012 )
- Morrow PD overcomes challenges, gets recertification ( March 28, 2013 )


text:
Translation strategy
The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute is dedicated to research using genome sequences in order to improve human health. To ensure that innovative and groundbreaking research and technologies are translated into resources that have the greatest impact in improving the health of the public and clinical care, the Institute has developed a Translation Strategy that informs its daily activities.
The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute Translation Strategy is designed to:
- enhance the investigation and understanding of genomics throughout the world through rapid and open access to sequence data for the scientific community
- enable research through the creation and supply of genomic technologies and resources that can be utilised by researchers
- ensure that its findings have maximum impact in improving the health of the public and clinician care by delivering novel and best-of-class treatments and therapies
- protect open access to genomic knowledge and discovery for the research community
Fast and open data access for the scientific community
The Sanger Institute is dedicated to furthering research around the world and works collaboratively with many academic and clinical institutions to provide valuable genomic data. The principle adopted by the Institute is that research data is of most use to the community if released as quickly as possible into the public domain.
The primary method for delivering this information is through the Institute's websites and databases. In 2001 the websites were getting an average of 300,000 web hits per week, by December 2004 this had increased to 8 million web hits each week. This enormous increase is a reflection of the success of the Institute in this aspect of translation.
This commitment to open access extends to providing data at all levels. Currently this includes sequence traces, assembled sequence and highly annotated curated databases of sequence and gene structures, such as Ensembl, and curated protein databases. The work continues apace and, in the future, will extend to image data of expression patterns of thousands of gene products and phenotypic data from thousands of mutant mice and zebrafish.
Creation and supply of genomic technologies and resources
The Sanger Institute has world-class genome sequencing and analysis capabilities that have enabled its researchers to discover and develop a number of technologies and resources that have the potential to benefit clinicians and researchers across the world. The Institute has freely contributed many of these to the research community. For example, a wide range of knock-out mouse embryonic stem cells and zebrafish resources are sent to universities and research centres around the globe.
To ensure that research materials are distributed widely to the research community, the Sanger Institute intends to use a combination of third-party organisations and in-house activity (with a suitable procedure of cost recovery) to distribute its materials. Agreements with third parties are structured to keep costs low for recipients while still making this commercially viable for a distributor.
The Institute's focus also means that there will be circumstances in which it lacks the in-house facilities to fully realise the potential of its findings to produce useable resources. In these instances, the Institute will call upon the assets and skills provided by industry, either in terms of production capacity or further funding.
Ensuring maximum impact in improving health
Another way that the Institute is seeking to ensure that its scientific results produce their maximal impact for human health is to facilitate the creation of start-up companies. A recent example is the development of the Kymouse model for producing novel humanised B-lymphocyte antibody therapies. By creating a company to hot-house the development of technologies and resultant therapies, the Institute has been able to combine Professor Bradley's knowledge and research with the skills and connections of industry leaders to deliver real-world treatments. In keeping with the Institute's core principles, the company will provide access to the antibodies and the mouse model to academic centres and clinicians.
Protecting discoveries and knowledge for researchers and delivering real-world results
Our strategy in translating our scientific findings will be to choose the route that maximises the benefit to human health. This may involve protecting intellectual property to develop licensing or partnership opportunities. By this means the Institute can ensure that these findings do not languish without active development.
Impact of the Translation Strategy
The Translation Strategy is designed to realise the potential of the Institute's research. The strategy will generate benefit to both the research community and clinicians by providing resources and data that otherwise would not be generated and ensuring that the Institute achieves clinical benefits from its discoveries.


text:
Ribbed in an asymmetric pattern for an urban-cool aesthetic, Calvin Klein Collection's navy wool 'Efthalia' sweater will bring directional attitude to your workweek looks. Team this piece with a tweed skirt and glossy pumps for the perfect balance of street style and sophistication.
Navy ribbed woolDipped front and back hemSlips on100% woolDry clean
Product code: 198490 - Need help? Contact us


text:
Kosi Parikrama Yatra In Ayodhya
A sadhu rides his bicyle during rainfall on August 27, 2013 in... News PhotoAbsence,Activity,Ayodhya,Bicycle,City,Day,Efficiency,Effort,Failure,Horizontal,India,Moving Activity,Pocket,Politics,Rain,Religion,Riding,Sadhu,Street,Uttar PradeshPhotographer Hindustan TimesCollection: Hindustan Times 2013 Hindustan TimesAYODHYA, INDIA - AUGUST 27: A sadhu rides his bicyle during rainfall on August 27, 2013 in Ayodhya, India.Two days after the failed Parikarma attempt by Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), streets in Ayodhya wears a deserted look with a majority of economical activities limited to certain pockets of the city. Security was on high alert in Ayodhya in wake of Vishwa Hindu Parishad's (VHP) 84 Kosi yatra, which was banned by Uttar Pradesh government. (Photo by Burhaan Kinu/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)


text:
- good read regarding facebook changes – now there are 3 different kinds of "like's" apparently – and not all of them update peoples news feeds
- this will certainly give you something to do today if you are bored haha – awesome idea
- Awesome Animated Bar Graph tutorial – HTML,CSS, JQuery
- Good read for CodeIgniter users
- great things to keep in mind when designing for Mobile Apps
- should that really be something anyone can just 'patent'? I think the patents are a little out of hand
- lol i dont know if that was funny or lame – it was alright I guess
- good read on how to get the new Facebook Timeline Profile – and how to play with it
- nice social network layout inspiration!
- Awesome Character & Mascot examples in web design
- this is pretty cool
- lol. What? Blockbuster just go away
- these are really awesome FREE PSD resources – something for everyone
- Awesome Website Designs – Color Inspiration
links for 2011-09-23
Leave a Reply


text:
TiVo HD upgrades are ready
by Brad Linder, posted Aug 1st 2007 6:15PM
We just saw a post on the WeaKnees blog announcing that the TiVo retailer is shipping upgrade kits for the new TiVo HD. In a few more days the company will be ready to ship pre-upgraded TiVo HD units as well.
The other day we told you that the new boxes include a slight change to the TiVo file system which means that the old software tools for preparing hard drives weren't working. But the hacker community doesn't take that sort of new sitting down, and sure enough, a member of the TiVo Community Forum has posted an alpha version of a new tool that works with the TiVo HD.
If you're the handy sort, you can use the WinMFS tool to replace the 160GB hard drive that comes with the TiVo HD with a larger disk on your own or order an upgrade kit from WeaKnees or DVRUpgrade. Or if you can hold out a few days longer, both companies should receive shipments of TiVo HD units which they will be upgrading and selling.


text:
Tactical Ripstop Pant - Dickies
Dickies Tactical Ripstop pant, engineered to work as hard as the officers who...
Boyt H-Series hard sided cases are made of high-impact resin and have 1020 steel powder coated draw latches. Case features include comfort grip handles, padlock holes, customizable foam, a pressure relief valve, and a rubber gasket to ensure cases are watertight and dust proof. Boyt H-Series cases recently passed testing at an independent accredited laboratory. The lifetime warranty makes these cases an excellent value. Made in the USA.
For more information, click here
Request information about this product


text:
Fantagraphics Books, 1998 - 101 pagine
Dan Clowes's first collection since his acclaimed Ghost World is a hypnotically intense collection of short stories and graphic novellas from the award-winning Eightball comic. "Caricature" includes semi-autobiographical tales of lost youth, featuring the title story, "Caricature" about an itinerant caricaturist who fails to find love -- or much of anything -- on the road. Also, two full-color stories that showcase Clowes's broad mastery of styles.
Dall'interno del libro
Prova ad ampliare la ricerca a tutti i volumi: Ń'Đ˝Đ±Ńƒ
Risultati 1-0 di 0
Cosa dicono le persone - Scrivi una recensione
Valutazioni degli utenti
|5 stelle
|4 stelle
|3 stelle
|2 stelle
|1 stella
Review: CaricatureRecensione dell'utente - Bob - Goodreads
Nine stories (homage to Salinger?) and if only all short story writers were this good! A certain number seem roughly autobiographical, in the tradition of this sort of graphic novelist, but others ... Leggi recensione completa
Review: CaricatureRecensione dell'utente - Carol - Goodreads
Clowes provides a brilliant study of depressingly real and just depressing characters, and I find that, like Pekar, I can't put his books down. Yet I found myself no further enlightened and rather depressed myself when I finished this book. Ghost World was great, this is like a train wreck. Leggi recensione completa


text:
Do You Use Coupons? — Survey of the Day
Do You Feel Like You Need to Upgrade Your Smart Phone to 4G? — Survey of the Day
Dogs Who Chase Their Tails May Suffer From Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
When we see a pooch chase its tail, we tend to just dismiss it as a dog being a dog. But there appears to be more to this illogical canine behavior, as researchers from Finland have been able to link it to obsessive-compulsive disorder.
How Many Drinks Do You Have a Week? — Survey of the Day
How Did You Meet Your Best Friend? — Survey of the Day
Do You Support a Manned Flight to Mars? — Survey of the Day
Mars is in the news these days thanks to the Curiosity rover which recently landed on the red planet. The goal of the six-wheeled robot is to find signs of life on Mars, and NASA also hopes that its 23 month mission will increase public awareness of the space program.
But will it rekindle interest in sending a manned mission to Mars?
Do You Avoid Olympic Results So You Can Watch the Events on TV? — Survey of the Day
How Much Do You Tip? — Survey of the Day
The rules of tipping in restaurants vary among nations and culture. In the United States, 15 percent is considered customary for average service.
However, a new '60 Minutes'/Vanity Fair Poll 990 American adults has found that a good chunk of diners typically give more or less than that percentage.
Are You Frustrated By the Tone of the Presidential Campaign? — Survey of the Day
Ever since Mitt Romney all but wrapped up the GOP nomination earlier this year he and Barack Obama have been firing political salvos at each other. But despite tens of millions of dollars spent on attack ads by the Obama and Romney campaigns and their surrogates, the race appears to be a toss-up.


text:
Zen Yoga and Meditation
Workshops and Courses
What is Hatha Yoga?
Individual Yoga Therapies
Pranayama and Mudras
Vipassana Meditation
Aum Meditation
Osho Kundalini Meditation
Osho Dynamic Meditation
Upcoming Events
Photo Gallery
Contact Surdham
Zen Yoga provides different classes and sessions for all levels of students. Located in Fongshan
(Kaohsiung city) near a lush green park where the air is fresh , atmosphere is calm and peaceful.In
addition to daily yoga classes, different meditation techniques are taught which are suitable for the
busy people. All levels are welcome, sessions are individualized and you will be helped to find a
routine that you can practice at home
ओम शान्ति ओम
Create a
free website
Powered by
Create your own free website
Start your own free website
A surprisingly easy drag & drop site creator.
Learn more.


text:
Can You Run WP Apps on Android, Just Like How Nokia Did?!
Ever since the company has announced it's X series of smartphone running forked versions of Android, we all are left wondering about how Nokia got the WP specific Nokia Apps like Here Maps, Mix Radio, etc.
Clearly Nokia did not re-write the entire codes, what Nokia did was to use a special bit of software from a company called Xamarin that basically lets Windows Phone app run on Android. amarin are a company that specialize in bringing Microsoft's .NET Framework to other platforms besides Windows. Its aim is to allow developers to write apps entirely in C# and share the same code on iOS, Android, Windows and Mac.
Now that the Mix Radio app is running, Microsoft is looking forward to remove all legacy code from apps that it wants to port over to Android, so future apps will have the same shared code database!
Would you want to have more such apps on your Droid?


text:
SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- When a Microsoft Corp. patent application for a method of sorting brain waves surfaced late last year, it drew quips that the company now plans to read PC users' minds, in addition to selling them software.
But the patent is only a starting point for a broader and more benign investigation into the subconscious, according to Microsoft researcher Desney Tan.
'Computers are still relatively dumb, no matter how smart they act ... We're trying to provide them with a mechanism to understand the user more deeply.'
"It's a small piece of a larger project, with grander goals," said Tan, who leads a team focused on brain-computer interfaces.
Tan's team plans to present two more related innovations in the spring. The efforts are part of a general push by Microsoft MSFT, -0.23% to more intimately connect the human body with computers.
Building a better user interface is essential for Microsoft, as it competes with computing rivals such as Apple Inc. AAPL, -0.46% Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates acknowledged as much in a speech earlier this month, when he said that of the elements needed for a new generation of computer applications, "One that people underestimate the most, I would say, is the power of natural user interface." See full story.
The companies' grappling over interfaces dates back to competition between early versions of Microsoft's Windows and Apple software in the 1980s.
Apple has made notable strides in this area, first developing the use of a mouse with a computer, and more recently developing a touch-screen wireless phone, the iPhone, which avoids the keypad and stylus common among rival devices.
New interfaces
But with new interfaces that can key on users' minds rather than a keyboard or touch screen, Microsoft hopes to one-up its rivals in the future.
"It's our fundamental belief that computers are still relatively dumb, no matter how smart they act," Tan said. "We're trying to make computers smarter, and provide them with a mechanism to understand the user more deeply."
Following up on the initial brain-sorting method described in last year's patent application, Tan's team is planning to present two more related innovations at an April conference. One involves "cognitive load," Tan said, or "measuring how hard you're thinking in order to perform a task." By tracking that, a computer could "adapt itself in real time to what you're doing," Tan said, and "present you information so you learn it in an optimal manner."
The second innovation, Tan said, involves tapping a computer user's brain signals to rapidly sort and classify images as they appear, without the user even realizing what he or she is doing.
Microsoft's research groups are relatively sheltered from the commercial needs of the company, and Tan isn't sure when his team's innovations might appear in a product. "Obviously we'd like to get this out to the mass market," he said.
Business model
Paul Sajda, an associate professor in Columbia University' biomedical engineering department, estimates "it's going to be 5 to 10 years before it becomes clear what the viable business model is" for the brain-computer interfaces Microsoft is exploring.


text:
Proenza Schouler's satchel-style leather 'PS1' wallet is an instant modern classic. Slip it into your everyday tote for a hit of East Coast cool.
Black leatherWrap-around tabs and layered effect at fold-over front flapThree slit pockets, two compartments for bills, 12 slots for cards, zip-fastening center pocketFully linedSnap fastening at front
Product code: 181272 - Need help? Contact us


text:
By Dana Gornitzki
While it's nice to live by Mark Twain's philosophy that "age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter," it seems that age is one of the delicate issues in most people's personal lives (up there with salary and weight).
Read More
by Prunella de Pedant
Call me old-fashioned, but I believe that there are some things we do for ourselves that should remain behind closed doors. Applying makeup is one such activity. Perhaps, it's because I believe that lipstick, blush and mascara belong in one's handbag or boudoir - not brought out to be shared with strangers in a moving carriage.
Read More