text:
Multiple Promoters Exist in the Human GR Gene, One of Which Is Activated by Glucocorticoids
ABSTRACT A new human GR gene sequence (hGR 1Ap/e), which is distinct from the previously identified human GR promoter and coding sequences, has been isolated and characterized. The hGR 1Ap/e sequence is approximately 31 kbp upstream of the human GR coding sequence. This sequence (2,056 bp) contains a novel promoter (the hGR 1A promoter; 1,075 bp) and untranslated exon sequence (hGR exon 1A sequence; 981 bp). Alternative splicing produces three different hGR 1A-containing transcripts, 1A1, 1A2, and 1A3. GR transcripts containing exon 1A1, 1A2, 1B, and 1C are expressed at various levels in many cancer cell lines, while the exon 1A3-containing GR transcript is expressed most abundantly in blood cell cancer cell lines. Glucocorticoid hormone treatment causes an up-regulation of exon 1A3-containing GR transcripts in CEM-C7 T-lymphoblast cells and a down-regulation of exon 1A3-containing transcripts in IM-9 B-lymphoma cells. Deoxyribonuclease I footprinting using CEM-C7 cell nuclear extract reveals four footprints in the promoter region and two intraexonic footprints. Much of the basal promoter-activating function is found in the +41/+269 sequence, which contains two deoxyribonuclease I footprints (FP5 and FP6). When this sequence is cloned into the pXP-1 luciferase reporter gene, hormone treatment causes a significant increase in luciferase activity in Jurkat T cells that are cotransfected with a GR expression vector. FP5 is an interferon regulatory factor-binding element, and it contributes significantly to basal transcription rate, but it is not activated by steroid. FP6 resembles a glucocorticoid response element and can bind GRbeta. This novel hGR 1Ap/e sequence may have future applications for the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of T-cell leukemia and lymphoma.
Full-textDOI: · Available from: Chuandong Geng, Apr 25, 2014
- SourceAvailable from: Huafeng Zou
- "Currently, two different nomenclature systems are used to name the porcine GR first exons. We adopted the rat system [22] to name the GR first exons by numbers according to the location of the exon on the genomic sequence of GR gene [20], whereas Reyer et al. [21] followed the human system [9] [12] [23] to use letters based on the time of discovery for each alternative human GR exon 1. Both systems are acceptable, yet it is recommended to use a consensus nomenclature in future studies to avoid possible confusions. "
Article: Porcine Glucocorticoid Receptor (NR3C1) Gene: Tissue-Specificity of Transcriptional strength and Glucocorticoid Responsiveness of Alternative Promoters[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Glucocorticoid receptor (GR) is transcribed in a tissue- and cell-specific manner with multiple exon 1 mRNA variants driven by selective promoters. We recently cloned and characterized the 5.3 kb proximal promoter sequence of porcine GR gene containing 7 untranslated alternative first exons each processed by a distinct promoter. In this study, we showed tissue-specific expression of total GR and its exon 1 mRNA variants in hippocampus, muscle and liver of pigs. Total GR mRNA was most abundant in liver, followed by muscle and hippocampus in descending order. Among all the GR exon 1 mRNA variants detected, GR exon 1-9/10 and 1-4 were the most predominant variants in all the three tissues. The abundance of GR exon 1-4 mRNA was similar to that of 1-10 in muscle, but was significantly lower than 1-10 in liver and hippocampus. The activities of truncated short (S) and long (L) promoters of respective GR exon 1 mRNA variants were analyzed by luciferase reporter assay in 3 representative cell lines, SY5Y, C2C12 and HepG2. S1-10 and S1-4 demonstrated significantly higher activities than other short promoters in all the cell lines examined. Nevertheless, the strongest activity and cell specificity were detected for L1-10 promoter, which was consistent with the predominant exon 1-9/10 expression in porcine tissues. Moreover, with 3 potential nGRE binding sites, L1-10 promoter was more sensitive to dexamethasone (DEX) in HepG2. Our data provide basic knowledge of the transcriptional mechanism underlying the tissue- and cell-specific expression of porcine GR under basal or ligand-stimulated conditions.The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology 05/2014; 141. DOI:10.1016/j.jsbmb.2014.01.012 · 3.63 Impact Factor
- "There are no predicted methylation sites within the region containing rs73748206 (annotated at http://genome.ucsc.edu). GR is a transcription factor known to modulate FKBP5 gene expression [12], [13] as well as its own expression [25], [26], [27], [28]. Conversely, FKB51 protein negatively regulates GR sensitivity to glucocorticoids [29]. "
Article: Contribution of FKBP5 Genetic Variation to Gemcitabine Treatment and Survival in Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: FKBP51, (FKBP5), is a negative regulator of Akt. Variability in FKBP5 expression level is a major factor contributing to variation in response to chemotherapeutic agents including gemcitabine, a first line treatment for pancreatic cancer. Genetic variation in FKBP5 could influence its function and, ultimately, treatment response of pancreatic cancer. We set out to comprehensively study the role of genetic variation in FKBP5 identified by Next Generation DNA resequencing on response to gemcitabine treatment of pancreatic cancer by utilizing both tumor and germline DNA samples from 43 pancreatic cancer patients, including 19 paired normal-tumor samples. Next, genotype-phenotype association studies were performed with overall survival as well as with FKBP5 gene expression in tumor using the same samples in which resequencing had been performed, followed by functional genomics studies. In-depth resequencing identified 404 FKBP5 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in normal and tumor DNA. SNPs with the strongest associations with survival or FKBP5 expression were subjected to functional genomic study. Electromobility shift assay showed that the rs73748206 "A(T)" SNP altered DNA-protein binding patterns, consistent with significantly increased reporter gene activity, possibly through its increased binding to Glucocorticoid Receptor (GR). The effect of rs73748206 was confirmed on the basis of its association with FKBP5 expression by affecting the binding to GR in lymphoblastoid cell lines derived from the same patients for whom DNA was used for resequencing. This comprehensive FKBP5 resequencing study provides insights into the role of genetic variation in variation of gemcitabine response.PLoS ONE 08/2013; 8(8):e70216. DOI:10.1371/journal.pone.0070216 · 3.23 Impact Factor
- "The mechanism of action of glucocorticoids include the binding of a ligand to a cytosolic GR, translocation of a ligand-GR protein heterocomplex to the nucleus, binding to specific DNA regions of the promoter, the glucocorticoid response elements and initiation of the transcription of glucocorticoid response genes (Bridgham et al. 2009). Glucocorticoids binding to GR regulate transcriptional and translational activation and/or repression of several genes involved in cellular homeostasis, including GR in a cell type-specific manner (Breslin, Geng & Vedeckis 2001; Wallace & Cidlowski 2001). There are also a number of well-characterized metabolic responses associated with glucocorticoids, including activation of phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase (PEPCK) (Hanson & Reshef 1997) and production of glucose via gluconeogenesis to fuel energy-dependent processes (Bamberger et al. 1996). "
Article: EDCs-induced glucocorticoid receptor related genes expression of the river pufferfish, Takifugu obscrus[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are of substantial concern when contaminating waters. We studied gene expression of larvae from river pufferfish, Takifugu obscurus exposed to EDCs. We cloned the full- or partial-length cDNA sequence of genes related to the cortisol pathway, such as the glucocorticoid receptor (GR), mineralocorticoid receptor (MR), heat shock protein (HSP) 70 and 90, phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase (PEPCK) and the FK506-binding protein 4 (FKBP52). The tissue and time-dependent expression of mRNA was studied by real-time PCR in T. obscurus exposed to two representative EDCs (bisphenol-A and 4-tert-octylphenol). HSP70, HSP90, MR and FKBP52 mRNA expression level was much higher than GR and PEPCK expression. GR mRNA expression level was significantly upregulated after 48 h in both EDC-treated fish groups compared with the control. Both groups also showed down-regulation patterns after 48 h. The initial expression of PEPCK in both groups was down-regulated after 24 h. In the bisphenol-A treated group, the expression of FKBP52 showed substantially high up-regulation from 6 to 48 h after exposure, and then strikingly reduced its expression level at 72 h. Our results provide insights into the EDCs metabolizing system of T. obscurus and offers baseline information for further research related to the possible use as a bio-indicator of this commercially important aquaculture fish species.Aquaculture Research 05/2013; 44(6):985-994. DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2109.2012.03104.x · 1.38 Impact Factor


text:
413 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
Fax: 304-842-6275
Oct. 9 - end of the first 9 weeks
Oct. 16 - report cards distributed
Oct. 19 - No School Parent/Teacher Conferences - 3:30-6:30pm
Oct. 30 - 3 Hour Delay for Students
Nov.11 - No School - Veteran's Day
BMS Girls Track Team
Harrison County Champs 2014-2015
BMS Softball Team Harrison County Champs 2014-2015
BMS Danceline
Harrison County Champs 2014-2015
Boy's Soccer Team
Harrison County Champs 2014-15
BMS Girls Volleyball Team
Harrison County Champs - 2014-2015
BMS Girls Cross Country Team Harrison County Champs 2014-2015
BMS Boys Cross Country Team Harrison County Champs 2014-2015
2014-2015 West Virginia
Golden Horseshoe Award
Haley D., Brooke D., Tristan N., Vincent P., & Gunnar W.
Harrison County Science Fair
1st Place Winners, 2014-2015
Maddison S. & Maggie W.,
Audrey S. & Mia G.,
Caroline F., Hannah P., Bradley T.,
Corinne L. & Molly R.
WV Young Writers Competition Harrison County Winner 2014-2015, Grades 7/8 - Emily A.
Harrison County Spelling Bee Winner 2014-2015 - Mackenzie G.
Harrison County Math Field Day Winners 2014-2015
Andrew L - 6th grade
Josh F - 7th grade
Harrison County Social Studies
Fair Champs 2014-2015
Anna F, Khyler L, Maggie W, Carson W, Madison S, and Shannon D
Click here to see WV Immunization Requirements for 7th Graders
We believe...
...All children can learn.
...Parents and community are part of the team that increases learning opportunities for the student.
...Communication between staff, students, parents, and the administration is key in the learning process.
...All children should be treated fairly and equally.
...A safe learning environment must be provided for children to learn.
At Bridgeport Middle School, our mission is to be a community of learners empowering students to become confident and creative builders of the future!
Harrison County School Board Policy for testing out of high school classes
2015 Registration Form
A seven week series of classes, beginning Tuesday, Oct. 6.
Click HERE for more information.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Barry Taylor is back with another excerpt from An Emergent Manifesto of Hope (Baker, 2007), edited by Doug Pagitt and Tony Jones. As our culture abandons any sense of certainty, how should Christians respond? Taylor invites us to consider a less dogmatic and "muscular" view of our faith in favor of one that is comfortable in the ever-shifting currents of our world.
The times in which we live are intense on any number of levels. The threat of terror haunts the world like a specter; issues of global poverty and disease are constant reminders of economic disparity
and human despair. Our world has also recently been rocked by a series of natural disasters, the sheer force of which has raised renewed concerns about environmental issues and the ramifications
of our commitment to fossil fuels, chemicals, and other resources on the planet. The impact of globalization and its many discontents on various parts of the world is a continuing part of our daily lives. Along with this, we in the West find ourselves drowning in choices, trying to balance our rampant materialism with a renewed desire for meaning and purpose.
These are certainly not the times to be seeking self-preservation, but that seems to be the general focus of the church today. Everywhere we turn we see books, conferences, workshops, and a host of other
resources that focus on what can be done to preserve the church, and we are willing, it seems, to employ any marketing device to make it happen. Trend watchers and marketing strategists offer ways in which churches can connect with the culture. We brand and market Christianity in attempts to make it viable again.
But what if we let go of our need for a branded and marketable entity and turn instead toward a new way of living ...
Or search by:
Or search by:
Get helpful articles on:


text:
Pedro Gamarro
From BoxRec
Pedro Gamarro (born January 8, 1955) is a retired boxer from Venezuela, who represented his native country at the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada. There he won the silver medal in the welterweight division (– 67 kg) after having lost to Jochen Bachfeld of East Germany in the final. Gamarro's medal was the only one won by the South American nation in Montreal. A year earlier he won a bronze medal at the 1975 Pan American Games. He would later win a bronze medal at Light middleweight at the 1983 Pan American Games.
Olympic results
- 1st round bye
- Defeated Marijan Beneš (Yugoslavia) 5-0
- Defeated Emilio Correa (Cuba) RSC 3
- Defeated Clint Jackson (United States) 3-2
- Defeated Reinhard Skricek (West Germany) 3-2
- Lost to Jochen Bachfeld (East Germany) 2-3


text: I have been to Monument Valley a number of times, usually staying in Kayenta. Everything was booked and I was traveling on a motorcycle. I was told to try Anasazi Inn. I reserved a room with no problem. I looked the place up and saw countless negative reviews and horror stories. I want to set the record straight. This place... More


text:
Belly Bars, Belly Rings and Navel Jewellery - Body Jewellery for Belly Button Piercings
Browse our online store for navel belly bars, belly rings and belly button piercing jewellery. Simple click on the product images below to explore the body jewellery in each section. We have a large range of body piercing jewellery for your navel in different sizes, styles and jewels colours. JoBananas has many unique styles of belly bars available to buy online with fast delivery.
Titanium and Bioplast belly bars and belly rings. Silver ended jewel set dangling belly bars and reverse dangle belly rings.


text:
Hollywood's most famous turtles, Leonardo, Raphael, Michaelangelo and Donatello are ready to fight evil, with a little help from their sensei, Master Splinter.
Saving Playlist
We are saving your playlist, please wait.
Autofill fills your queue, based on the video you're watching
Enter Dj Mode, then click any video to add it to your queue.
Signing In
Signing you out...


text:
Dining at Middleton Place Restaurant
12 p.m. – 3 p.m. daily (General Admission required)
Sunday-Thursday: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.*
Friday-Saturday: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
*Closed for dinner on Monday evenings.
Call 843-266-7477 for Dinner reservations.
Special Events
Hunter Moon Dinner - October 25 >>
"Like" Middleton Place Restaurant on Facebook for specials, event updates and more!
View Lunch Menu
She Crab Soup
domestic lump crab, cream, sherry
Cup: $7. Bowl: $11.
Chef's Seasonal Soup
local ingredients, gluten free & vegetarian
Cup: $5. Bowl: $9.
Wedge Salad
Kurious Farms hydroponic Bibb lettuce, local watermelon radishes, Clemson bleu cheese, bacon lardons, Southern buttermilk dressing
Beet Salad
Ambrose Farms roasted beets, arugula, Split Creek Farms goat cheese crumbles,roasted SC pecans, SC honey truffle vinaigrette
Watermelon Salad
compressed Middleton grown organic watermelon,Split Creek Farms feta, pickled watermelon rind, watercress, red wine vinaigrette
Peach & Tomato Salad
grilled SC peaches, local heirloom tomatoes, organic Middleton basil pesto, buffalo mozzarella, Golden balsamic reduction, Bulls Bay sea salt
(You may enjoy Adluh dusted & fried chicken livers or pickled shrimp to your salad for an additional $6.)
(served with scratch made Adluh cornbread)
Southern Fried Chicken
Adluh flour dredged & deep fried in vegetable oil (served with two sides)
Pulled BBQ Pork
pecan smoked with tangy Carolina Gold mustard sauce (served with two sides)
Low Country Shrimp & Grits
sautéed domestic shrimp, house made Tasso gravy & Anson Mills organic grits
Southern Vegetable Sampler
please enjoy a selection of four locally sourced & scratch prepared Southern sides below
SIDE OPTIONS (additional sides $4)
Stewed Ambrose Farms Squash & Onions
Hoppin' John (Anson Mills Field Peas & Rice)
Braised Certified SC Collard Greens
Creamy Organic Anson Mills Grits
Stewed Ambrose Farms Okra & Tomatoes
Heirloom Tomato Slices with Bulls Bay Sea Salt
Succotash w/Local Beans, Peas & Corn
Macaroni & Cheese w/Carolina Cheddar
Adluh Cornmeal Dusted & Fried Okra
Southern Green Beans with Country Ham
Please ask your server for our children's options and inform them of any dietary requests.
Executive Chef Brandon Buck ~ Sous Chefs Christopher Leszczynski & Charles Bell
View the Dinner Menu
SOUPS, SALADS and APPETIZERS
She Crab Soup
Carolina blue crab, cream, sherry
$7/cup $11/bowl
Chef's Seasonal Soup
local and seasonal ingredients
$5/cup $9/bowl
Beet Salad
Ambrose Farms roasted beets, arugula, Split Creek Farms goat cheese, roasted SC pecans, SC honey & white truffle vinaigrette
Wedge Salad
Kurios Farms hydroponic bibb lettuce, local watermelon radishes, Clemson blue cheese, bacon lardons, Southern buttermilk dressing
Watermelon Salad
compressed Middleton grown organic watermelon, Split Creek Farms feta, pickled rind, watercress, red wine vinaigrette
Peach & Tomato Salad
SC peaches, heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto, buffalo mozzarella, Golden Balsamic redux, Bulls Bay sea salt
Duck Confit Rillette
house cured Ashley Farms duck, house made pickles, whole grain mustard, multigrain bread
Fried Chicken Livers
whipped Yukon Gold potatoes, Southern succotash, sweet corn & saffron puree
Polenta & Mushrooms
organic Anson Mills polenta, roasted local & wild mushrooms, Split Creek farms goat cheese, herbs
Fried Green Tomatoes
creamy organic Anson Mills grits, Carolina cheddar pimiento cheese, watercress
Hanger Steak
Certified Angus Beef hanger, fingerling potatoes, house cured Heritage Farms bacon lardons, wilted arugula, whole grain mustard cream
Mushroom Pappardelle
local Mepkin Abbey & wild foraged mushrooms, heirloom tomato, scratch made pappardelle pasta, basil pesto, buffalo mozzarella, watercress
SC Catfish Stew
blackened Carolina catfish fillet, stewed local okra, tomatoes, leeks, sweet corn, house made pork sausage, Anson Mills Carolina Gold rice
Free-Range Chicken
pan seared Ashley Farms chicken breast, macaroni & Carolina cheddar pimiento cheese, Southern style green beans with country ham
Shellfish & Grits
sautéed domestic shrimp, East Coast lobster, Carolina blue crab, organic Anson Mills grits, house made Tasso ham gravy
Buttermilk Fried Quail
Adluh cornmeal dusted Manchester Farms quail, Southern succotash, whipped Yukon Gold potatoes, sweet corn & saffron puree
Grilled Pork Chop
Heritage Farms all–natural Cheshire pork, Anson Mills Carolina Gold 'Hoppn' John' risotto, braised SC collard greens, SC peach & basil chutney
Certified Angus Beef Filet
Carolina cheddar pimiento cheese, whipped Yukon Gold potatoes, wilted watercress & arugula, roasted wild mushrooms, veal reduction
Executive Chef Brandon Buck ~ Sous Chefs Christopher Leszczynski & Charles Bell
View the Dessert Menu
Huguenot Torte
with whipped cream
SC Pecan Pie
bourbon caramel sauce, whipped cream
Flourless Chocolate Torte
chocolate mousse, white chocolate crisps, salted caramel, whipped cream
Peach Shortcake
brown butter biscuit, peach butter, whipped cream
Banana Pudding
house-made vanilla wafer, fresh banana slices
Wholly Cow Ice Cream
choice of vanilla, cinnamon, or strawberry
About the Restaurant
The Middleton Place Restaurant offers visitors traditional Low Country fare. Okra soup, she-crab soup, shrimp and grits, collard greens and Huguenot torte are just a few of the tempting dishes served for lunch daily. In the evening, guests enjoy elegant dining overlooking the Mill Pond and Azalea Hillside while savoring a more formal menu featuring local seafood, organic chicken, and carefully selected cuts of meat, and seasonal vegetables.
The influence of renowned Southern Chef Edna Lewis is still felt at Middleton Place, where she was the resident Chef for several years. The recipes Ms. Lewis developed for the Restaurant give special attention to authentic Low Country cuisine, and continue to be used for both lunch and dinner menu selections.
The Middleton Place Restaurant originated in 1928 when the Junior League of Charleston set up one of its first fund raising enterprises, a springtime Tea Room located in the Mill at Middleton Place. In the upstairs kitchen, League volunteers prepared okra soup and made sandwiches that were served to guests seated at tables overlooking the Ashley River. In 1949, the Tea Room, now the Restaurant, was moved to its present location.
The Restaurant building was designed by W. Bancel LaFarge in 1933, based on research done in Barbados, and has the same roof lines as the Mill. It was originally used as a guest house, with two bedrooms and a sitting room upstairs. The cypress-paneled room downstairs was a living and game room surrounded by a screened porch. The Cypress Room, now used as a private dining room, was originally a series of storerooms leading to the plantation office.
Proceeds from the operation of the Restaurant support the preservation work of the not-for-profit Middleton Place Foundation.
In keeping with traditional Southern Foodways, the Middleton Place Restaurant strives to use seasonal, local, and organic ingredients whenever possible, as well as supporting the conservation efforts of the Sustainable Seafood Initiative, the Billfish Foundation, Slow Foods and Fresh on the Menu.


text:
- 55Promote
Stationery Cards
Chirpy Chirp Tweetby Shiny Orange Dreams
Set of folded stationery cards printed on bright white, smooth card stock to bring your personal artistic style to everyday correspondence. Each card is blank on the inside and includes a soft white, European fold envelope for mailing.
Another fabulous design.
so gorgeous :) :) :)
so great on the cards!
Perfect! and the title is adorable!!
very cute!
I adore your work!!
great cards. lovely work!
Thanks everyone!
Very cool!
great work :)
See More Comments


text:
For generations people have tried to find ways to live a long life full of happiness. While the following list is not the missing fountain of youth, it is filled with plenty of information that can help you keep your body and mind in top shape to help promote longevity and quality of life. From healthy eating to staying in physical and mental health to staying safe, you will find suggestions you can use. You can even find advice from some of those who have lived to see their 100th birthday.
Eating Habits
Make sure you are engaging in healthy eating habits to help your body and mind stay healthy.
- Eat small meals. Eat small meals several times throughout the day rather than one or two big meals. The constant nutrition feeds your body all day and reduces the blood sugar swings, which is easier on your body.
- Eat breakfast. Don't skip the most important meal of the day. Even if you just eat a piece of fruit and a handful of nuts, you are giving your body the nutrients to start your day.
- Cut calories. Eating fewer calories may help your body produce important chemicals that help promote longevity in mammals.
- Increase proteins. Increasing specific proteins, especially when coupled with cutting calories, has been shown to increase longevity by 30-50%.
- Don't overeat. Eating too much food not only causes weight gain, but it puts stress on various systems in your body such as the cardiovascular system and your bones and joints.
- Avoid fad diets. These diets usually are not a healthy way to eat and weight lost on these diets typically comes back after you stop the diet. Instead, readjust your ways of eating to include healthier, more natural food in appropriate portion sizes.
- Go natural. Select only the best foods for your body. Don't depend on prepackaged foods, instead, take the time to learn how and why you should eat naturally.
- Organic. Eliminate unnecessary chemicals by eating organic food. Check out resources such as Organic Guide for news, recipes, and more.
- Eat balanced. Get a balance of several fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins in your diet rather than relying on just one or two staples.
- Reduce fast food. The unhealthy oils, preservatives, and quality of fast food will not promote your longevity, so reduce the amount you eat or give it up altogether.
- Eat slowly. Savor your food and eat slowly so that you can give your body time to digest as you go. This will help prevent overeating.
Good nutrition is key to longevity as you need the best food and drink to fuel your body. Find out below some great suggestions for good nutrition.
- Drink water. Opt for water rather than sodas or juice and make sure you are getting at least 8 glasses a day to keep your body hydrated.
- Reduce processed foods. Processed foods include unhealthy fats, artificial colors, and preservatives, all of which work against the health of your body and provide no nutritional value.
- Add superfoods to your diet. Superfood are foods that are packed with plenty of nutrition that helps you fight off illness and increase longevity. Check out this list of foods you may want to make sure you include on your next grocery list.
- Drink red wine. Some studies indicate that drinking wine in moderation can increase longevity. Red wine, especially, shows promise with reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Eat garlic. Garlic is thought to reduce blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and is also an antifungal and antiviral agent.
- Mediterranean diet. Following a Mediterranean-style diet can reduce your chances of cancer and heart disease, according to at least one study.
- Fish oil. This nutrient, either obtained through eating fish or taking a good-quality supplement, not only increases overall physical health, it also helps boost your brain power.
- Antioxidants. Eating fruits and vegetables that are high in antioxidants helps combat the overproduction of free radicals, tiny molecules that can destroy cells and tissue in the body.
- Okinawa Food Pyramid. This way of eating is a balance of nutrition from the Japanese region that boasts the most documented centegenarians in the world.
- Eliminate white sugar. Using natural sweeteners in place of refined sugar keeps blood-sugar levels at a even keel, which helps promote a healthy cardiovascular system, and helps reduce cholesterol.
- Green tea. Full of antioxidants, green tea is an excellent drink to have every day and one used for centuries in Asian cultures.
- Kombucha. Try this fermented tea for a health elixir that many claim provides a plethora of health benefits from detoxifying the body to boosting metabolism to aiding digestion.
Exercising every day will help your body stay in top working order, which will help you live a longer life.
- Take the stairs. This is an easy one to do any time you see an elevator. If you are only going one or two floors, take the stairs instead of the elevator.
- Yoga. Not only is yoga an excellent low-impact form of exercise, its benefits also extend to mental well-being.
- Do something every day. Whether you take a walk around the block, work in the garden, or go to the gym, do something physical every day even if time is an issue.
- Motivation. Find a reason to keep moving. This list offers great ideas to keep you motivated for physical activity.
- Low cost. If not having a gym membership is your excuse for not exercising, then find ways to exercise with little or no cost involved. Not only will you be doing your body good, but you can reduce the stress of financial expenses as well.
- Ride a bike. You are never too old or too young to enjoy riding a bike. Not only is it great exercise, you can also enjoy the company of others while you do it.
- Work in the yard. If you love gardening or just want to mow the grass to an acceptable level, working in the yard not only provides exercise, but you will finish your task with a sense of accomplishment you can see.
- Sex. Enjoy safe sex with your partner. Not only does it make you feel good and bring you closer to your partner, it has also been shown to improve your health with its cardiovascular benefits.
- Tai Chi. This ancient form of exercise uses a graceful form of stretching to keep your body and your mind physically fit.
- Swim. This low-impact exercise is one of the best ways to improve your physical health and can be done outside when it's warm and inside during the colder months.
Physical Health and Wellness
Taking good care of your body will definitely help you reach a ripe old age. From learning breathing techniques to reduce stress, to stopping smoking, these tips will help you stay physically healthy.
- Good genetics. Unfortunately, you can't do much to change this aspect, but having the genetic component for longevity will certainly give you a boost.
- Learn to breathe. Certain ways of breathing can calm your nervous system and help reduce your stress. Learn breathing techniques and make them a part of your daily life.
- Check-ups. Preventative healthcare prevents major illnesses and promotes longevity, so visit your doctor at least once a year to ensure you are staying healthy.
- Professional teeth cleaning. Neglected dental health can lead to other physical illnesses, so visit your dentist and get your teeth cleaned twice a year.
- Floss. Infections that develop in your gums can quickly spread to other parts of your body, so maintain a flossing habit to promote dental health.
- Maintain a healthy weight. Constantly losing and gaining large amounts of weight puts stress on your body, so keep your weight at a healthy place without the fluctuations.
- Protect your skin. Protect your skin all year round to from damaging rays by wearing sunscreen and protective clothing.
- Massage. Not only does massage serve as a wonderful form of relaxation, it also provides many health benefits as well.
- Holistic approach. A holistic approach to physical wellness takes into account the body, spirit, mind, and emotions and can improve your life.
- Alcohol. Drinking alcohol in moderation is important to longevity and quality of life. Overdoing it can ruin relationships, careers, and safety of yourself and others.
- Stop smoking. Smoking can bring on a whole host of health problems, many of which are very serious. Stop smoking now, or better yet, don't even start.
Mental Health and Wellness
Being in a healthy state of mind not only contributes to a better quality of life, but it also contributes to a healthier one too. Use these tips to stay mentally healthy.
- Laugh. Laughter keeps you young and healthy, especially if you are sharing your joy with friends and loved ones.
- Meditation. Meditation has been shown to reduce stress and can help you refocus when you feel overwhelmed. Learn some simple types of meditation you can do first thing in the morning, throughout your day, or at the end of the day as a way to wind down.
- Don't forget your brain. Keeping your brain in top shape will help keep your mental edge sharp as you age.
- Be grateful. Taking the time to reflect on the wonderful aspects of your life and being grateful positively affects physical health.
- Forgive. Learn to let go of anger and grudges rather than dwelling on the negative. Letting go will not only make you feel better, but better enjoy the longer life you will have.
- Confidence. Being confident in all that you do will give you the power to accomplish all that you desire.
- Give up perfection. For perfectionists, it can be difficult to let things go. Don't worry about perfect, doing good enough allows you freedom from stress and gives you time for enjoying your life.
- Be thankful. No matter how you thank your higher power, be it through prayer or simply acknowledging the gifts of nature, take a moment to acknowledge what you are given every day.
- Flexibility. Learning to be flexible and have an open mind not only teaches you something new, it also helps you stay happy, too.
- Be adventurous. Don't shy away from the unknown, instead, embrace the opportunity to try new experiences.
- Keep in touch with emotions. Identify your emotions and accept them for what they are rather than pretending they don't exist to stay healthy mentally and physically.
- Overcome bad moods. If your day started off in the wrong direction, it doesn't have to shape the rest of the day. Squash that bad mood and life a happier life.
- Think positively. Positive thinking puts you in the right frame of mind to help keep you happy and healthy.
No one can live a long life if they live too dangerously. Heed these safety precautions to help you live a safer, and hopefully longer, life.
- Seatbelts. Wearing a seatbelt every time you are in a car, even in the back seat, reduces your chances of sustaining a life-threatening injury.
- Driving. Practice safe driving habits by becoming a defensive driver to reduce your chances of getting in an accident. If you are aging, learn to recognize when you may need to stop driving altogether.
- Sports helmets. Protect your head every time you participate in activities that could result in head injuries such as bicycling, skiing, or rollerblading by wearing an appropriate safety helmet.
- Safe sex. No matter what age you are, use condoms every time you have sex to make sure you guard against HIV and other STD's.
- No drinking and driving. Avoid this combination and you will greatly reduce your chances of hurting yourself and others.
- Smoke detectors. Install smoke detectors in each bedroom and in main living areas, then remember to change the batteries each time you move your clock for the time change.
- Lock up. Locking doors and windows when you are sleeping or when you leave your home helps protect yourself from those who might have less than good intentions.
- Avoid abusive relationships. Not only can abusive relationships be detrimental to your mental health, they can be physically dangerous as well. Avoid abusive relationships or find help to get out of one now.
- Handrails. Use handrails on steep stairs or any stairs in inclement weather. Wet or icy stairs can easily cause a fall.
- Repetitive injury. Any repetitive head injury considerably elevates the chances of long-term brain injury. Use caution if you participate in activities such as football, soccer, and boxing.
- Home safety. Practice smart safety around the house such as using a sturdy ladder rather than a rickety one or having a fire safety plan.
The way you live your life has a direct connection between your health and happiness. Take these tips for ways you can improve your style of living from better sleep to less stress to finding spirituality.
- Have a reason to live. Whether you have a partner, children, a great job, or a special cause that is important to you, always have a purpose in life and a reason to get up every day.
- Manage stress. Keep your stress at a manageable level. While some stress can be good for you and work as a motivator, chronic stress at high levels takes its toll on your body and mind.
- Travel. Traveling has been shown to increase longevity in the elderly by providing benefits for the mind and body.
- Sleep. Not only should you get the right amount of sleep, you should make sure your sleep habits are healthy ones by following such tips as sticking to a regular bedtime and having an evening routine that promotes good sleep.
- Have friends. One study suggests that having good friends goes a long way to promoting longevity.
- Own a pet. Pet owners not only live longer, they live happier lives. The bond between a pet and its owner can also open up avenues for social connections as well.
- Voluntary simplicity. Lose stress and live more slowly by learning to live without all the trappings of society with voluntary simplicity.
- Build relationships. Don't ignore the people in your life or wait for them to come to you. Learn ways to build relationships so you will always have a circle of friends and family in your life.
- Be spiritual. Spirituality, which may or may not include religion, is an important component to a healthy and happy life. Find ways to incorporate spirituality in your every day life.
- Manage your money. Stress over money can reduce your longevity and quality of life significantly. Learn ways to improve your finances and get rid of this unnecessary stress.
- Be alone. Spending time alone gives you a chance to think through problems, consider what is important to you, and also gives you some important time to decompress from the day-to-day grind.
- Balance work and family. Finding the right balance between these two important elements of your life will enhance both of them and lead to a better, and hopefully longer, life.
Stimulate Your Creativity
A creative mind keeps you on your toes mentally and helps improve your quality of life by allowing you to find the bright spots when others might not be so inclined. Learn ways to stimulate your creativity with these suggestions.
- Take a class. Sign up to learn how to do something you've always wanted to do, whether it is cooking, photography, or learning sign language.
- Sculpt. Pick up some modeling clay and play with some simple sculpting or sign up for a formal class to learn how to sculpt.
- Aromatherapy. Learn about the benefits of aromatherapy to incorporate it in your life for ways to improve your health and well-being.
- New food. Try a new type of food, especially if it is a different ethnic food than you are accustomed to eating to expand your world.
- Learn a language. Learning a foreign language has long been associated with brain development, plus you will be able to better communicate when you take advantage of the benefits of travel.
- Concert. Listening to music, whether it's a small chamber music ensemble or a full-out rock show, will improve creativity as well as brain function.
- Yarn art. Play with yarn or thread as you learn to knit, crochet, or embroidery.
- Crosswords. Get crossword puzzles online or from your newspaper to enjoy a fun game that can also teach you how to think in creative ways.
- Video games. Playing video games isn't just for kids. Strengthen eye-hand coordination in addition to learning new ways of problem-solving while playing video games.
- Hobbies. Start a new hobby or take up an old, forgotten one to get your creative juices flowing.
Advice from Cetegenarians
Who better to learn from than those who have actually lived a very long life. These folks, most of whom have reached their 100th birthday, all have something to share about longevity and quality of life.
- No problem for centegenarian Eric!. This British gentleman offers advice on how he lived a long life, including being athletic and enjoying his job.
- No big secret to centegenarian's success. Playing down her longevity, this woman includes good genes and lots of fruit as reasons she has lived long.
- Grandmother celebrates 100th birthday be becoming world's oldest paraglider. Not only does this woman's love for adventure keep her young, she just may not stop trying it all.
- 106-year-old voter shares hopes, secrets. Being cheerful is among this woman's secrets for longevity that she shares.
- Fairvern resident turned 100 on Nov. 19. Find out what to what this woman credits her long life in this short article about her birthday celebration.
- Young at Heart Chorus. While these folks haven't quite made it to 100 yet, they are well on their way with this unusual method of staying young.
- 100-year-old celebrates her birthday by smoking 170,000th cigarette. And here's proof that there is always an exception to the rule.
- At 100th birthday party, woman looks back on a life of milestones. This amazing woman still walks every day, one of the activities she claims has helped her stay young.
- Family helps 'Nanna' celebrate 100th birthday. Religion and not worrying about the small things helped this woman live a long life.
- Iowa Man Celebrates 100th Birthday with Wings and Women at Hooters. Find out if this is what kept this man alive for so long.
- Bob Hope: a million laughs, a singular talent. While Bob Hope died after turning 100, his life was full of laughter and giving to others, as this article shows.


text: Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) 2014 year in review: Kasich vs. Legislature, 2015 preview By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Jan 2, 2015 2015 has all the elements of an exciting year in the state capitol. 2015 is a budget year, and that potentially means battles over priorities. And Gov. John Kasich knows it. "As executive, I've got to tell you, I don't care if I have to break some china. But that's not the best way to do things," Kasich said. "The best way to do things is to get cooperation out of the people you work with." Term-limited Ohio House leaders look back By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Dec 30, 2014 There was a lot that happened in the House in the final weeks of the last General Assembly. There were so many committee meetings it was hard to get a quorum sometimes, there were marathon sessions on the floor, and there was the almost-unheard-of failed vote on the Republican-backed abortion measure known as the Heartbeat Bill. But when Republican House Speaker Bill Batchelder of Medina and Democratic Leader Tracy Maxwell Heard of Columbus sat down to talk about the lame duck session, they had different impressions about whether the climate was confrontational or cooperative. Ohio Senate leaders review 2014 session By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Dec 26, 2014 This election year was a relatively slow year for the Ohio legislature as lawmakers spent most of the year campaigning. That changed in the last few weeks. Several bills zipped through the lame duck session, but none in a more dramatic fashion than the last minute agreement on a way to change the process of drawing lawmakers' district boundaries. There were rumors of the resolution's success and demise for days. And after 17 hours of negotiations on the last day the Senate met, at 4 a.m. a vote was taken and it passed with only one "no" vote. Ohio Supreme Court--Year in Review By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Dec 23, 2014 2014 brought several big cases to the Republican-dominated Ohio Supreme Court, which delivered opinions that surprised some observers. The Ohio Supreme Court ended the year by deciding one of the highest-profile cases of the year – ruling 4-3 that traffic camera programs are constitutional, and specifically that Toledo can allow appeals to go through an administrative hearing process and not municipal court. But Republican Sen. Bill Seitz of Cincinnati, the sponsor of a bill to regulate traffic cameras, says the ruling is basically moot. Ohio Senate passes bill essentially banning red light traffic cameras By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Nov 20, 2014 Sarah Ramsey / WVXU Republican Bill Seitz of Cincinnati has long crusaded against red light and speed cameras. His bill to ban them outright passed the House and Senate in 2006 – only to be vetoed by Republican Gov. Bob Taft in his last days in office, with the reasoning that a statewide prohibition on the installation of those cameras by cities violated the principle of home rule. Venture capitalists say Ohio economy great - others not so sure By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Sep 15, 2014 There's never been a better time to start a company in Ohio – especially a technology company. That's the bottom line of a study done for VentureOhio, a group of venture capitalists. But VentureOhio chairman John McIlwraith of Allos Ventures of Cincinnati says there's a problem with funding start-up entrepreneurs in Ohio. "There's about $520 million in need and about $260 million in capital available, and that capital is going to be deployed not just in Ohio but throughout the Midwest and potentially across the country," says McIlwraith. Why you should care about road salt prices in the middle of summer By Tana Weingartner & Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Sep 2, 2014 Tana Weingartner / WVXU Temperatures are soaring, and so too are road salt prices. It may seem odd to think about snow and ice right now but transportation departments are buying now for the winter. They're finding steep prices. Hamilton County Engineer Ted Hubbard says the county paid $45 per ton last year. This year the county is paying $104 per ton. FitzGerald's top aides leave campaign By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Aug 19, 2014 Karen Kasler / Ohio Public Radio After weeks of bad headlines, low poll numbers and disappointing fundraising, there's a major shakeup rattling the campaign of the Democratic candidate for governor. Changes could be coming to the Ohio Constitution Part 3 By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Aug 14, 2014 Ohiohistorycentral.org For 160 years, Ohio has had a public school system. Now, an appointed panel of lawmakers, former public officials and well-connected experts are examining how the Ohio constitution can resolve the debate over how to pay for it. The group is called the Constitutional Modernization Commission. It could dramatically change language dealing with public education. Ohio posts surplus for first half of two-year budget By Karen Kasler (Ohio Public Radio) • Jul 2, 2014 The state ended the first half of the two-year budget in the black – in a big way. State budget director Tim Keen says the fiscal year ended with an $800 million surplus: "We were able to close the year with tax receipts coming in modestly above estimate, about one percent above estimate; and spending, led by Medicaid spending, below the appropriated levels." Pages« first ‹ previous … 2 3 4 5 next › last »


text:
Home →
July 18, 2013
"I stand by my assertion that the $80K or so I spent on childcare (this doesn't count the summer-camp fees I still pay) before both my boys were in school was a straight-up awesome, measurable investment..."—Denise Schipani (@DeniseSchipani), magazine-editor–turned-freelance writer, author of the book Mean Moms Rule, and Long Island mom of two boys, in a post entitled "Why Childcare Is One of the Best Business Investments I've Made," at deniseschipani.com
Things I Googled this Week
do babies eat salmonsalmon baby recipeshow to get salmon smell out of apartmentwhat does a mango look likehow to tell if mango is ripebaby recipes with mangobaby cold symptomswhat is an aspiratorhow to use an aspirator
—just part of a list ("Vol. 2") from the NYC mom who's trying to "rewrite the rules for the modern parent"—with a dose of sarcasm amidst her relatable observations—on her not-so-typical blog notatypicalmom.com
Stories of Our Lives"Our kids loved hearing our tales this morning. Some they've heard before, some were new. But in the telling, I could see how family identity was being shaped before my eyes. We are our stories. Our stories not only reflect our culture, they shape it. A recent New York Times piece encapsulated this, highlighting current research into what makes strong, resilient families: 'The single most important thing you can do for your family may be the simplest of all: develop a strong family narrative.' "—Chrysula Winegar (@chrysula), on how regaling her kids—again—with the tale of her wedding day (which she describes as a "series of unfortunate events…[that made] great fodder for future family story-telling") is part of a broader family narrative; Winegar, a Fairfield County parent of four who firmly believes in the power of mothers to influence and change the world, not only shares her stories with her kids, but with us at whenyouwakeupamother.com
Juicy Fruit" …when you want your child to eat fruit, consider giving her fruit. An apple, an orange, a banana—they provide less sugar and more fiber, less sticky sweetness and more satiety. Perhaps most importantly, chomping on real fruits and vegetables will help your child consider food the right way: not as something processed and sold in plastic pouches, but as something whole and from nature—seeds and skin and bruises and all."—Melinda Wenner Moyer (@lindy2350), parenting advice columnist at Slate.com, in a post parsing the nutritional value of all those blended fruit pouches we parents stuff in our bags for on-the-go "healthy" snacks for our tots, in a post entitled "Why Suckable Fruit Sucks"; read it for some interesting insights and facts, and don't worry about being guilted—this Cold Spring mom writes with the nonjudgmental perspective of one who's "been there"
Anwering Kids Tough Questions
Take Back Dinner!
Teaching Manners in the Digital Age
How to be a Good Dad in Divorce
Party Planning
After-School Activities
Camp Guide
Sports for Kids
Child Care Options
Education Resources
Family Health Guide
Special Needs Guide
Oct 07, 2015
Oct 06, 2015
Oct 02, 2015
Oct 09, 2015
Oct 08, 2015
Sep 21, 2015
Sep 17, 2015
Sep 10, 2015
Fairfield County, CT
Robert Bernstein, owner of Mathnasium of Bay Ridge, shares what parents can do to help their child who is struggling with math overcome their homework frustration.
Copyright 2015 | All Rights Reserved | Davler Media


text:
Deviant Art
Emerald Satin SleepHypnosis...hmmmm?Emerald Satin Sleep7 years ago in Erotic More Like This
You wish to know if Querridwen
knows how to hypnotise?
All right, love...you asked
for it with your own lips...don't
say I didn't warn ye!
Now...how rapidly would you like
to go into a trance today?
As I do not know you well yet...only you
can answer this.
I also don't know if you would prefer
to go into trance sitting up or lying
Or if you want to go very deeply into hypnosis,
or if you only want to experience a light trance.
Whichever you decide, remember this: where trance
is concerned, what you do consciously is of no
inportance whatever.
You see...trance is the realm of the unconscious
mind. The conscious mind can only interfere with
the development of trance.
So your task here...is to remain quietly focused...
expecting...wondering...treasuring the curiousity
about just how and when and why you will go into
trance for Me.
It will begin as a vauge feeling of comfort and
warm relaxation.
Will it begin in your feet, or in your head or
hands? In your back,
|Sta.sh Submit


text:
In this wordless adaptation of one of Aesop's most beloved fables, an unlikely pair learn that no act of kindness is ever wasted. With vivid depictions of the landscape of the African Serengeti and expressively-drawn characters, Pinkney makes this a truly special retelling. His stunning pictures speak volumes.
Public Domain (P)2011 Weston Woods
There are no listener reviews for this title yet.
Report Inappropriate Content
If you find this review inappropriate and think it should be removed from our site, let us know. This report will be reviewed by Audible and we will take appropriate action.


text:
Denver Broncos v Kansas City Chiefs
Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas slips past Kansas City... News PhotoAmerican Football - Sport,Arrowhead Stadium,Demaryius Thomas,Denver Broncos,Derrick Johnson,Horizontal,Kansas City - Missouri,Kansas City Chiefs,Linebacker,NFL,Second Quarter - Sport,Sport,Stadium,USA,Wide Receiver - AthletePhotographer Kansas City StarCollection: Tribune News Service 2012 MCTDenver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) slips past Kansas City Chiefs inside linebacker Derrick Johnson (56) on the way to a first down in the second quarter at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, November 25, 2012, in Kansas City, Missouri. The Denver Broncos defeated the Kansas City Chiefs, 17-9. (John Sleezer/Kansas City Star/MCT via Getty Images)


text:
Intermarkets' Privacy Policy
Donate to Ace of Spades HQ!
Recent Entries
Overnight Open Thread (10-6-2015)
Gun Thread - Self Defense Edition [Weirddave]
Hillary's Personal Emails Might Have Been Uploaded to a Cloud For Storage; May All Be Recoverable
US Analysts Conclude: Yes, Obviously, Russia Is Attacking US-Aligned Fighters, Not ISIS
This Kid Really Wants His Jalapeno Bacon Mac and Cheese
Obama Deports The Fewest Number of People in Almost Ten Years;
Hillary Clinton: Obama's Deportation Policies Too Harsh
John Kasich: Please Don't Vote For Me, Ever, For Anything At All, Including For Any Business Plan I Might Present on "Shark Tank"
In UK, Student Diversity Officer Facing Criminal Charges for Tweeting "Kill All White Men"
Afternoon Dumb
Open Thread
« Oliver Stone Hints At "Truther" 9/11 Film | Main | Frank Miller Praises Flag, Patriotism »
September 12, 2006
But What About The House?
Currently -- and remember, this is around 9/11, when Republican sentiments are at their strongest; the GOP will lose some of this support by November -- they may just hold the House, too.
Gallup asked an interesting question at the height of the Democratic tide -- were Democrats merely racking up huge majorities in Congressional districts they already controlled, or were Democrats actually competitive in Republican districts? If they were merely garnering enormous amounts of superfluous votes in districts they already held, that wouldn't change the composition of the House.
Sadly, it turned out that Democrats were polling strongly in districts which were historically Republican.
But a funny thing happened. That trend has reversed itself.
But then Democrats began to lose favor in Republican districts, falling steadily from 51% in late June, to 46% a month later, then to 43% in early August, and finally to the current low of 40% in the August 18-20 survey. Support for Republicans, in contrast, rose 14 points in six weeks, from a low of 40% to its current level of 54%.
People are prone to engage in all sorts of wild ideas before they're forced to make a choice. For example, looking for a cheap replacement computer, I began getting sucked into the idea of buying a hugely powerful computer just so I could get awesome framerates for games I don't play. I just wanted that power.
After dreaming about getting a $2000+ computer, reality set back in, and I started looking at the $850-$950 models again. What I really wanted was two things I couldn't have simultaneously -- a $2000 computer for a $900 pricetag. I could have one, but not the other -- but I was determined to have both.
Until I realized I just couldn't.
John McCain just called the American public schizo on Iraq. This dovetails into the want-two-contradictory-things-at-once impulse:
Sen. John McCain said the American people are showing a "schizophrenic" reaction to the prospect of a withdrawal of American forces from Iraq.
As I've said repeatedly, Americans want two things:
1) A quick exit from Iraq, and for the war to be finally over
2) Victory in Iraq
Just like I couldn't have my $2400 Alienware jacked-up supernotebook for $800, the American people can't have both of these simultaneously. They want both, but they can't have both. They can flirt with a fantasy world for a while before coming to the sad conclusion that they can only have one, and at that point they have to prioritize which of the two is most important.
The Democrats' summer poll numbers relied on selling the public that they could have both at the same time, because what they were really offering was just a hasty pullout from Iraq without victory. But they had to convince the American public that both were possible at the same time, and that the Democrats could deliver that wondrous combination.
And it worked-- for a time. So long as people weren't thinking about it that hard. And for as long as people could hold out hope that the Democrats could finally explain how an Al Qaeda-dominated Iraq, with American forces deployed "over the horizon" in neighboring Okinawa, could actually satisfy the "victory" part of the promise.
But now that reality settles in, and the Democrats find themselves unable to explain the virtues of "Ready Response Force" located just a quick jump across the Sea of Japan, voters find themselves realizing that Withdrawal With Victory is a fantasy, and they must choose between Withdrawal or Victory.
And it seems as more American realize this, they realize that while Withdrawal is desirable, Victory is absolutely necessary.
| Access Comments
Recent Comments
cthulhu: "That Chris Mintz guy from Oregon has been first cl ..."
rickl: "[i]Joe Biden Himself Leaked Word of His Son's Dyin ..."
boulder terlit hobo: "[i]Plato's utopian writing kind of makes him seem ..."
weft cut-loop[/i] [/b]: "[i]I briefly listened to Hewitt and George Will ta ..."
sauropod: ""Here I think Mark meant to say month rather than ..."
[/i][/b]andycanuck[/s][/u]: "And I see Fox News hasn't figured out that shittin ..."
Ricardo Kill: ""My No 7mk 1 was stolen in Carolina del Sur... ..."
qdpsteve: "[i]Obama claims his foreign policy success the sam ..."
All Hail Eris, Wrapped in Bacon: "Dear Professor Potter always exhorted us to "study ..."
Misanthropic Humanitarian, Model Citizen : "It's like baseball playoff time? Bout fucking time ..."
Joke Biden: "I can't wait 'til I can get out on the campaign tr ..."
eleven: "Orel Hershiser always seemed like he should be wea ..."
Recent Entries
Overnight Open Thread (10-6-2015)
Gun Thread - Self Defense Edition [Weirddave]
Hillary's Personal Emails Might Have Been Uploaded to a Cloud For Storage; May All Be Recoverable
US Analysts Conclude: Yes, Obviously, Russia Is Attacking US-Aligned Fighters, Not ISIS
This Kid Really Wants His Jalapeno Bacon Mac and Cheese
Obama Deports The Fewest Number of People in Almost Ten Years;
Hillary Clinton: Obama's Deportation Policies Too Harsh
John Kasich: Please Don't Vote For Me, Ever, For Anything At All, Including For Any Business Plan I Might Present on "Shark Tank"
In UK, Student Diversity Officer Facing Criminal Charges for Tweeting "Kill All White Men"
Afternoon Dumb
Open Thread
Polls! Polls! Polls!
Election Projection
Federal Review
Real Clear Politics
Rasmussen Reports
FoxNews Polls
Sabato/Crystal Ball
Frequently Asked Questions
The (Almost) Complete Paul Anka Integrity Kick
Primary Document: The Audio
Paul Anka Haiku Contest Announcement
Integrity SAT's: Entrance Exam for Paul Anka's Band
AllahPundit's Paul Anka 45's Collection
AnkaPundit: Paul Anka Takes Over the Site for a Weekend (Continues through to Monday's postings)
George Bush Slices Don Rumsfeld Like an F*ckin' Hammer
Top Top Tens
Democratic Forays into Erotica
New Shows On Gore's DNC/MTV Network
Nicknames for Potatoes, By People Who Really Hate Potatoes
Star Wars Euphemisms for Self-Abuse
Signs You're at an Iraqi "Wedding Party"
Signs Your Clown Has Gone Bad
Signs That You, Geroge Michael, Should Probably Just Give It Up
Signs of Hip-Hop Influence on John Kerry
NYT Headlines Spinning Bush's Jobs Boom
Things People Are More Likely to Say Than "Did You Hear What Al Franken Said Yesterday?"
Signs that Paul Krugman Has Lost His Frickin' Mind
All-Time Best NBA Players, According to Senator Robert Byrd
Other Bad Things About the Jews, According to the Koran
Signs That David Letterman Just Doesn't Care Anymore
Examples of Bob Kerrey's Insufferable Racial Jackassery
Signs Andy Rooney Is Going Senile
Other Judgments Dick Clarke Made About Condi Rice Based on Her Appearance
Collective Names for Groups of People
John Kerry's Other Vietnam Super-Pets
Cool Things About the XM8 Assault Rifle
Media-Approved Facts About the Democrat Spy
Changes to Make Christianity More "Inclusive"
Secret John Kerry Senatorial Accomplishments
John Edwards Campaign Excuses
John Kerry Pick-Up Lines
Changes Liberal Senator George Michell Will Make at Disney
Torments in Dog-Hell
Greatest Hitjobs
The Ace of Spades HQ Sex-for-Money Skankathon
A D&D Guide to the Democratic Candidates
Margaret Cho: Just Not Funny
More Margaret Cho Abuse
Margaret Cho: Still Not Funny
Iraqi Prisoner Claims He Was Raped... By Woman
Wonkette Announces "Morning Zoo" Format
John Kerry's "Plan" Causes Surrender of Moqtada al-Sadr's Militia
World Muslim Leaders Apologize for Nick Berg's Beheading
Michael Moore Goes on Lunchtime Manhattan Death-Spree
Milestone: Oliver Willis Posts 400th "Fake News Article" Referencing Britney Spears
Liberal Economists Rue a "New Decade of Greed"
Artificial Insouciance: Maureen Dowd's Word Processor Revolts Against Her Numbing Imbecility
Intelligence Officials Eye Blogs for Tips
They Done Found Us Out, Cletus: Intrepid Internet Detective Figures Out Our Master Plan
Shock: Josh Marshall Almost Mentions Sarin Discovery in Iraq
Leather-Clad Biker Freaks Terrorize Australian Town
When Clinton Was President, Torture Was Cool
What Wonkette Means When She Explains What Tina Brown Means
Wonkette's Stand-Up Act
Wankette HQ Gay-Rumors Du Jour
Here's What's Bugging Me: Goose and Slider
My Own Micah Wright Style Confession of Dishonesty
Outraged "Conservatives" React to the FMA
An On-Line Impression of Dennis Miller Having Sex with a Kodiak Bear
The Story the Rightwing Media Refuses to Report!
Our Lunch with David "Glengarry Glen Ross" Mamet
The House of Love: Paul Krugman
A Michael Moore Mystery (TM)
The Dowd-O-Matic!
Liberal Consistency and Other Myths
Kepler's Laws of Liberal Media Bias
John Kerry-- The Splunge! Candidate
"Divisive" Politics & "Attacks on Patriotism" (very long)
The Donkey ("The Raven" parody)
Powered by
Movable Type 2.64


text:
Chastain Films Take Top 2 Spots at Weekend Box Office
Jessica Chastain stars in the top two films at this weekend's box office, the horror film 'Mama' and the Oscar-nominated 'Zero Dark Thirty.' The actress, who recently picked up a Golden Globe award for Best Actress in a Drama, is currently starring on Broadway in the 'The Heiress.'
MAMA exceeded studio expectations bringing in over $28 million at this weekend's box office. 'Zero Dark Thirty', which follows the search and killing of 'Osama Bin Laden' trailed right behind in the number two spot.
Chastain currently stars in Broadway's The Heiress as 'Catherine Sloper'. The show also stars Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award winner David Strathairn as Dr. Austin Sloper, the leading man of "Downton Abbey" Dan Stevens as Morris Townsend and Tony Award winner Judith Ivey as Lavinia Penniman. Written by Ruth & Augustus Goetz, The Heiress is directed by two-time Tony Award nominated playwright and director Moisés Kaufman.
Below are estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Hollywood.com.
1. "Mama," $28.1 million.
2. "Zero Dark Thirty," $17.6 million. ($770,000 international.)
3. "Silver Linings Playbook," $11.4 million. ($700,000 international.)
4. "Gangster Squad," $9.1 million. ($5.7 million international.)
5. "Broken City," $9 million.
6. "A Haunted House," $8.3 million. ($1.6 million international.)
7. "Django Unchained," $8.2 million. ($48.1 million international.)
8. "Les Miserables," $7.8 million. ($19.4 million international.)
9. "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," $6.4 million. ($13.2 million international.)
10. "The Last Stand," $6.3 million. ($1.3 million international.)
About Author
- VIDEO: Jennifer Lawrence, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and THE HUNGER GAMES Cast Recall Favorite Moments
- COP CAR, Starring Kevin Bacon, Comes to Digital HD, On-Demand & DVD Today
- Original GHOSTBUSTERS Star Ernie Hudson to Appear in Reboot
- VIDEO: Watch Justin Bieber Make Surprise Appearance on ELLEN
- Photo Flash: Gorgeous New Banner Unveiled for MOCKINGJAY - PART 2
- It's Official! Orlando Bloom to Return for PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN 5
- VIDEO: Andrew Garfield Gives New SPIDER-MAN Tom Holland His Blessing
- VIDEO: TOY STORY 4 Director Spills New Plot Details at Disney D23 Expo
- VIDEO: First Trailer Revealed for Quentin Tarantino's THE HATEFUL EIGHT
- COP CAR, Starring Kevin Bacon, Coming to Digital HD, On-Demand & DVD 9/29
- AUDIO: First Listen- Meryl Streep Sings 'Bad Romance' in RICKI AND THE FLASH
- Review Roundup: Marvel Re-Imagines the FANTASTIC FOUR
- NOT ANOTHER BAD HORROR FLICK Screening Set for Nyack Film Festival
- Production Underway in Los Angeles for New Feature Film FEAR, INC.
- Allison Janney, Bryan Cranston & Many More Set fo Present at HFPA Dinner
- VIDEO: Uncovered Story Reel Reveals Chris Farley as Original Voice of SHREK!
- VIDEO: Rebecca Hall Chats New Thriller 'The Gift' on GMA
- Watch Hugh Jackman Photo Bomb Australian Reporter on Live TV!
- VIDEO: Beijing's Winter Olympic Song Sounds So Familiar -We Can't 'Let It Go'!
- VIDEO: New Taylor Swift/Harry Potter Musical Mashup is Magical!


text:
Welcome to WebmasterWorld Guest from 18.104.22.168
Forum Moderators: incrediBILL & lawman
I wouldn't be at all surprised if they credited wheel's citation with the link juice it deserved despite the no-follow.
but it's also a way of telling them nobody paid for this thing
if I pay someone for a link, I'd require it NOT nofollowed. Free links are nofollow, paid links are not.
Nofollow has screwed the link graph even for regular citation type links.
I agree. Don't know anyone who'd pay for a link and be happy with that link having a nofollow.
Practically, if I pay someone for a link, I'd require it NOT nofollowed. Free links are nofollow, paid links are not. Opposite of what was intended actually.
How does Google handle nofollowed links?
In general, we don't follow them. This means that Google does not transfer PageRank or anchor text across these links. Essentially, using nofollow causes us to drop the target links from our overall graph of the web.
it seems strange a site would give a citation but add a nofollow.


text:
Follow Us On:
Posted on Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at 9:17 am
During a recent Sunday morning worship service of the Laddonia Presbyterian Church, several quilts were dedicated. This "Tree" quilt is being given to the Agape House at Vandalia. Holding the quilt are June Erdel, Mabel Busdieker, and Judy Britton.
Should the University of Missouri distance itself from Planned Parenthood?
View Results


text:
February 2014: Net-Zero
Featured Articles
Sort by
| February 2014
The home remodeling market should see strong growth in 2014, according to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) released in January by the Remodeling Futures Pro
| February 2014
The most important renewable-energy source in the United States is most frequently overlooked.
| February 2014
Throughout the Midwest and East Coast, temperatures bottomed out in early January 2014 from a polar vortex, and electricity demand shot through the roof.
Lighting |
| February 2014
With an urgent demand for energy efficiency, lighting continues to stake its claim as a solution.
| February 2014
In the previous two articles in this series, I wrote about how to get information out of a database and into an estimate.


text:
Brittany Hite is The Wall Street Journal's Asia mobile editor based in Hong Kong.
She joined the Journal as a news assistant in New York in 2007 and has previously worked as an online editor in Hong Kong from 2010-2013 and in Beijing from 2013-2014.
Can an 18-year-old do for hockey in China what Yao Ming did for basketball?
On Thursday, China outlined its economic plans for 2015. A breakdown of the plans by the numbers.
A number of dating apps have emerged in Asia that aim to offer something for users who aren't quite ready for marriage but aren't interested in casual hookups. We check out three.
Matthew Fergusson-Stewart, the regional brand ambassador for Glenfiddich Scotch whisky in Asia, talks about the region's best whiskey bars, taxis in Indonesia, and traveling with a kilt and knife.
American football is coming to China. A new league, to be known as the China American Football League, will kick off in preliminary form this year with games to be held among six university teams.
As wearable technology catches on including items such as purses with built-in phone chargers, one of the problems manufacturers face is simply being able to keep up with demand.
If you often find yourself low on phone power and you are loath to carry around a chunky charger, there are some alternatives that combine function and fashion: purses or wallets with charging devices built in.
Ryan Rogowski is the San Francisco-based founder and CEO of Waygo, a real-time translation app. The Illinois native, who has lived in Beijing, talks about coin-operated showers, how to make the most of a hotel workout, and why he prefers to live like a local.
Koh Lian Hock, the chief executive officer of nonprofit Lien AID, talks about the challenges of traveling in remote rural areas, which taxi drivers are best at talking politics, and sampling pumpkin pastries across China.
The first lady took ping-pong diplomacy to a new level on her weeklong tour of China as the two countries try a new tactic to build trust.
U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to China will focus on education, spotlight the rare rise of a Chinese first lady and attempt to dissolve tension between the two countries.
Ralf Wenzel, the co-founder and CEO an online food-ordering platform Foodpanda, talks about Vietnam's hidden restaurants, Singapore's efficiency and how to optimize your travel wardrobe like a German.
Rajesh Yohannan, managing director and CEO of foreign-exchange trading firm Oanda Asia Pacific., talks about learning other cultures through food, Hong Kong's coffee shops and the nostalgia of India's trains.
Troy Malone is general manager of Asia-Pacific operations at Evernote. He talks about managing across time zones, dreaming of dumplings, and how to remember your hotel room number.
Jonathan Sanchez, vice president for global communications and capability at Unilever, talks about the importance of white shirts, how to get a high-tech coffee maker through security, and why he always double checks his visa.
Chinese Internet users often bemoan the fact that China's wealthy are able to easily skirt the country's one-child policy by simply paying the fines. But local officials appear to be making a point when it comes to one high-profile offender.
Phillip Beniac, vice president for Asia Pacific and Japan at U.S.-based software firm QlikTech, talks about Melbourne's coffee scene, landing at Hong Kong's old Kai Tak airport, and why you should never eat at hotels.
Stree Naidu, the Singapore-based vice president in Asia Pacific and Japan for U.S.-based data-security company Imperva, talks about investing in good luggage, counting his steps, and why when it comes to your travel documents, technology can't replace paper.
What was the biggest China story of 2013? Cast your vote in the China Real Time poll.
Greg Gilligan is the vice president and managing director of the PGA Tour in China. The American talks about China's best golf course, experiencing the whole country without leaving Beijing, and why he always tries to catch an early flight.


text:
Benefit Cosmetics
Official Stockist of Benefit Cosmetics
Over the past three decades, Benefit Cosmetics has grown from a simply delicious San Francisco beauty boutique with a candy store atmosphere into a global business.
What's behind the success? Former models and identical twin sisters Jean & Jane Ford deliver a "double" dose of wackiness mixed with a "double" dose of know–how and quick fixes for every gal's peskiest beauty dilemmas. With enticing products & whimsical names like "touch me then try to leave..." cream, some kind-a gorgeous & dr feelgood... Benefit puts a smile on your face!
Adore Beauty is an official, authorised retailer for all our brands. We are committed to helping you find your favourite products the way they should be - fresh, and authentic.
When you shop with us, you can be sure that you will be receiving:
- The real deal! As official stockists, we only carry genuine stock.
- Fresh products, straight from the official manufacturer or authorised distributor.
- Absolutely no grey-market stock, and no fakes!
- Products that have been stored in adherence with safety guidelines.
- Protection under Australian consumer laws.
- Confidence in your products - you're covered by Australian warranty.
- Any electrical goods will have the correct Australian plus and voltage.
Shop with confidence at Adore Beauty.
Benefit Cosmetics
Benefit Fake Up$38.50
- Reviews
Benefit Brow Zings - Brow Shaping Kit
This stuff is genius. It's in the Smokin Eyes palette and when I followed... read more >>User rating:
Benefit Watt's Up! Soft Focus Highlighter
I have a lot of highlighters. Like, probably an unnecessary amount. This... read more >>User rating:
Benefit Gimme Brow in Light/Medium
I bought this product in Germany. I wish I would have bought several packs. My... read more >>User rating:
Benefit Boi-ing - Industrial Strength Concealer
This concealer does a wonderful job at camouflaging redness/spots/breakouts.... read more >>User rating:


text:
PURCHASE, N.Y., Sept. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nutrition 21, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXXI), the developer and marketer of nutritional supplements under the Iceland Health Chromax(R), and Diabetes Essentials(TM) brands that help consumers manage blood sugar levels, improve cardiovascular health, enhance memory and reduce chronic joint pain, reported today that study results released by the National Toxicology Program (NTP) support the safety of short-term and long-term use of Chromium Picolinate. Multiple safety studies were performed in animals, including a two-year study using daily doses of chromium picolinate equivalent to 50,000 times the common human dose found in supplements. Results of the studies can be viewed at the NTP website at: http://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/?objectid=BD466797-123F-7908-7B4627379E1CE3E6.
Michael A. Zeher, president and chief executive officer of Nutrition 21, commented, "We are pleased with the conclusions of the NTP studies. Over the years Chromax chromium picolinate has proven to be an efficacious compound in assisting consumers to safely and proactively attain, and maintain, healthy blood glucose levels, carbohydrate metabolism, and body composition. Chromax chromium picolinate is used as a nutritional ingredient in a wide variety of dietary supplements and functional food and beverage products from leading manufacturing companies. The results of these highly credible studies build upon the extensive database of safety data behind our products, and help provide retailers and consumers with the added confidence they need to initially buy our product and to become loyal repeat customers."
"The results from th
|SOURCE Nutrition 21, Inc.
Copyright©2008 PR Newswire.
All rights reserved