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So I have a little belly because this baby and uterus are pushing my intestines and guts all up. So what happens when there is a 9lb baby and uterus in there??? Where do the intestines go?! Around, anterior, posterior...??? LOL I JUST thought of this and was wondering :)
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Use your lung capacity while you've got it!
I don't know where the rest goes, but plenty of baby just moves up!
My BBC mantra: Deep breath. Kegel. Deep breath.
Relax. It's just a series of tubes.
There's a cool website that shows what happens, let me see if I can find it...someone posted it here a few weeks ago...
Basically your uterus becomes the most forward (anterior) organ, so everything else stays posterior and gets pushed up and squished to help make space.
I don't know but I feel like I'm already at least 7 mos. along. I'm screwed! Everything I eat stays near my heart instead of venturing down to my stomach.
Up. Everything scoots up. You will find it hard to breath, or get winded because your lung space is invaded. You will get heartburn and indigestion because everything is squished up there. These things will probably hold off until the third trimester though. Sorry to be the downer. It is still an amazing experience to be pg, despite all the "pleasures"
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One good thing I read is that once the baby starts to move up it takes pressure off the bladder for awhile...at least until the third trimester...
I'm pretty sure everything gets pushed up into your boobs.
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LOL yeah I'm pretty sure it's in my boobs. They grow every night. LOL hahaha I'm using that one :)
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anyone else having trouble breathing? i feel like i just got done running a marathon sometimes.
estimated due date : 04 january 2010 | little liam.
only when I walk or talk... lol :)
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Target's gay problem keeps getting worse [UPDATED]
Target CEO Gregg Steinhafel wants us to believe that when his company threw money into Tom Emmer's campaign for governor last month, it wasn't because Emmer's a raging homophobe, but because he's a raging pro-business tax-cutter.
But Steinhafel's limp non-apology apology last week hasn't satisfied his critics, and now it's getting harder to take his "no homophobe" plea seriously.
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Meanwhile, one of the other executives with his hands on Target's political donation purse-strings has an even stronger homophobic pedigree: Matt Zabel, the company's VP of government affairs, is a former staffer for Sen. John Thune, the South Dakota senator who supported a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage and sought to outlaw gay adoption.
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But there's also reason to believe that the growing groundswell is motivated by more than just concern for gay rights -- it's about the role of corporations in the political sphere. We already knew that the Supreme Court decision that freed corporations to make these donations was wildly unpopular. The Target scandal shows that the public is ready to push back with their wallets.
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The Green Bay Packers will not be landing defensive end Chris Canty. He signed with the Baltimore Ravens for cheap after the Packers failed to offer him a deal of any amount. You'll love this.
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The Green Bay Packers had free agent defensive end Chris Canty in for a visit on Thursday and then sent him on his way, so another team can sign him while they hem and haw about what to do.
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The Green Bay Packers tried to sign Chris Canty when he was a free agent and failed. It looks like they're still interested in the defensive lineman, who was recently cut by the Giants.
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Let's hope our new safety has learned his lesson. It's true. After the wild and wacky first weekend of free agency and all the money that was thrown around, I needed a break. Besides that, after the first weekend, there wasn't a lot of movement. As we chronicled, the Packers lost out on Chris Canty […]
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Posted on 01/25/2012 9:09:53 PM PST by Tolerance Sucks Rocks
I am going to try and tell you what happened to us on January 10, 2012, in the conference room in the Nephrology department at Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia.
We arrived for our regular Nephrology visit with Amelias doctor who has seen her for the last three years. She examines Amelia and sends us for labs. I ask about the transplant and she says we have about six months to a year until she needs one. She tells us she reserved the conference room and when we get back from labs, we can meet with the transplant team and he can tell us about the transplant process.
After the labs, Amelia falls asleep in her stroller and we are called back to a large room with a screen and about sixteen chairs. Joe and I get comfortable and leave a space between us to fit the stroller. After about five minutes, a doctor and a social worker enter the room. They sit across from us but also leave a space between the two of them.
The doctor begins to talk and I listen intently on what he is saying. He has a Peruvian accent and is small, with brown hair, a mustache and is about sixty five years old. He gets about four sentences out ( I think it is an introduction) and places two sheets of paper on the table. I cant take my eyes off the paper. I am afraid to look over at Joe because I suddenly know where the conversation is headed. In the middle of both papers, he highlighted in pink two phrases. Paper number one has the words, Mentally Retarded in cotton candy pink right under Hepatitis C. Paper number two has the phrase, Brain Damage in the same pink right under HIV. I remind myself to focus and look back at the doctor. I am still smiling.
He says about three more sentences when something sparks in my brain. First it is hazy, foggy, like I am swimming under water. I actually shake my head a little to clear it. And then my brain focuses on what he just said.
I put my hand up. Stop talking for a minute. Did you just say that Amelia shouldnt have the transplant done because she is mentally retarded. I am confused. Did you really just say that?
The tears. Oh, the damn tears. Where did they come from? Niagara Falls. All at once. There was no warning. I couldnt stop them. There were no tissues in conference room so I use my sleeve and my hands and I keep wiping telling myself to stop it.
I point to the paper and he lets me rant a minute. I cant stop pointing to the paper. This phrase. This word. This is why she cant have the transplant done.
I begin to shake. My whole body trembles and he begins to tell me how she will never be able to get on the waiting list because she is mentally retarded.
A bit of hope. I sit up and get excited.
Oh, thats ok! We plan on donating. If we arent a match, we come from a large family and someone will donate. We dont want to be on the list. We will find our own donor.
Noooo. Sheisnoteligible becauseofherquality of lifeBecauseofhermentaldelays He says each word very slowly as if I am hard of hearing.
STOP IT NOW! The anger is taking over. Thank God. Why did it take so long to get here?
The social worker is writing some things down. Not sure what. She casually gets up to take a call. My eyes follow her to the phone and I see Joes face. His mouth is open, his face is pale and he is staring straight ahead of him at the white board.
Rage fills the room. I point in his little, brown pudgy face. Do not talk about her quality of life. You have no idea what she is like. We have crossed many, many road blocks with Amelia and this is just one more. So, you dont agree she should have it done? Fine. But tell me who I talk to next because SHE WILL HAVE IT DONE AND IT WILL BE AT CHOP.
I see the social worker quickly writing down what I just said. Joe hasnt moved. Amelia is still asleep.
The social worker decides to join the conversation. Well, you know a transplant is not forever. She will need another one in twelve years. And then what? And do you have any idea of the medications she will need to take to keep her healthy?
I speak through gritted together. YES, I HAVE DONE ALL MY RESEARCH.
She smirks a little. Well, what happens when she is thirty and neither of you are around to take care of her. What happens to her then? Who will make sure she takes her medications then?
In a voice that mimics hers, I snort, Well, what happens if you die tomorrow? Who will take care of your children? Your responsibilities at work? She breathes in and her eyes widens. Right! I throw at her. Neither of us can predict the future and we shouldnt try. But if Amelia does not have this transplant she has no future!
The doctor interrupts. He puts his hands up and tries to take a stern voice with me. These medications she has to take after the transplant, they are very dangerous. They can cause seizures. We have to get the dose exact. They may cause brain damage.
Yes, but it is different for her. She is already brain damaged and mentally retarded.
He pauses as if he is choosing his words carefully. I have been warned about you. About how involved you and your famliy are with Amelia.
The devil himself could not have produced a more evil laugh. Ha! Warned! That is funny! You have no idea
I am beginning to realize I want this over with so I can move onto the next person who will help me with the transplant. So I say the words and ask the questions I have been avoiding.
So you mean to tell me that as a doctor, you are not recommending the transplant, and when her kidneys fail in six months to a year, you want me to let her die because she is mentally retarded? There is no other medical reason for her not to have this transplant other than she is MENTALLY RETARDED!
Yes. This is hard for me, you know.
My eyes burn through his soul as if I could set him on fire right there. Ok, so now what? This is not acceptable to me. Who do I talk to next?
I will take this back to the team. We meet once a month. I will tell them I do not recommend Amelia for a transplant because she is mentally retarded and we will vote.
And then who do I see?
Well, you can then take it the ethics committee but as a team we have the final say. Feel free to go somewhere else. But it wont be done here.
They both get up and leave the room.
I look at Joe who is sobbing trying to get the stroller and Amelias backpack. I break down with him before we head to the parking garage.
I hope you are disturbed, troubled, distressed, and pissed off when you read this. I hope you share it with many, many people. Although I did not know this yesterday, this is very common and happens across the map. I have researched and researched and researched transplants and the MR, as they are called in the medical journals, and it is appalling. We are in the year 2012 and my child still does not have the right to live, the right to a transplant, because she is developmentally delayed.
This is not too dis-similar as to how they are treating my 9 year old mother who has an infection on her leg.
Prayers for you and your husband and little Amelia.
May the doctor and the social worker be mistaken.
Vile, stinking murderers.
"This is not too dis-similar as to how they are treating my 9 year old mother who has an infection on her leg."
Does she have diabetes?
When I had finished reading this shocking account I was surprised to see there were no comments. Yet I too didn't know what to say other than these parents have my deepest sympathy and will be in my prayers. Your suggestion gives a strong and good recourse politically speaking.
I understand now how Obama Care and their Teams/Panels are already strangling the future life and wellness from sick children. Obama Care needs to be repealed!
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No. She injured her leg on the car door, didn't treat it, and now she has cellulitis. She's 98, stubborn, and frail.
If one accepts the basic premise of right to life, then one accepts the responsibility of dealing with the good and the difficult. Right to life is for everyone, not just a favored few.
That's too bad.
My dad is 84, has Alzheimers disease, an erratic heart, and recurring bladder infections due to a swollen prostate.
He almost died the day after this past Christmas from another bladder infection. His heartbeats were terribly erratic - one heart valve was fluttering at more than 300 beats per minute while the other three were keeping steady at around 70 beats per minute - and his fever was 105 degrees. It was ten days in the hospital and twenty-one days in a rehab center. He is now out and back in assisted living, but he can barely walk and is much debilitated compared to before Christmas. And his memory has worsened.
The doctor says the recurring bladder infection is now caused by bacteria resistent to anti-biotics. He was on intravenous anti-biotics for thirty-one days. The next time it breaks out he could die, and I don't expect him to make it through this year.
Please talk to the folks at St Jude in Memphis. I can't believe they would turn you down. They are all about saving kids, and doing it for free if you don't have the insurance or money.
They are threatening to put her back in the hospital. Threatening to amputate her leg. Threatening to make her move into an assisted living facility. They are bullying her, and she doesn't like it one bit. I'm 2000 miles away and helpless until I can get out there, but I have my own problems which is why I'm here and not there.
I went to my ENT...I have spent $12,000.00 on hearing aids and was still having difficulty hearing and I was so frustrated as was my family...My ENT doctor was a Saint, she tested me for a cochlear Implant and she said she thought I was a candidate, she contacted a surgeon who was her professor to see if he would check me out...I only have Medicare and my secondary Ins. she did ALL the arranging for me from this small Pennsylvania town in Somerset PA. where Rick Santorum kicked off his Presidential run...
UPMC contacted me, set up appointments for me and my son, who is a medical illustrator, went with me to talk for me...
I was tested and with no questions to money or anything the wonderful Doctor set up a surgery schedule for me
My first surgery was March 15, 2010 and successful, painful and a month of healing which I will never complain about... and on April 15, 2010 while Americans were busy filling income taxes I got to hear clearly in my left ear for the first time in eleven years.
the year went quickly and at my one year check up the doctor asked if I was ready for my second CI where I would be bilateral cochlear implant....
and on October 10, 2011 I had my second surgery and now it has been almost four months and I am hearing with two ears once again...It is so wonderful and am blessed that several doctors worked together to complete my path to hearing again....
so to this dear family I suggest you try to get doctors to help you through the legal paper work and demand care for this child, My God this is American, People travel all over the world to come here for medical care, surely we can take care of one small girl♥..make a fuss and make it LOUD.....
just my humble opinion...prayers for all involved.
Congratulations. What a blessing to have your hearing again, and what a blessing that you had good representatives who could help you through all the rigamarole.
"Useless eater" huh.
I guess this is the trap door of the welfare state? Does it matter if the child has an endowment set up for him/her?
A very vexing situation and I'd think that she's better off living on one kidney transplant than none. Maybe by the time it wears out there will be something new and better that doesn't carry the risks of current anti-rejection medications. Maybe there will even be something to ameliorate her mental sluggishness, because she was able to live to see it. Imagine the stories that such a person could tell, having regained (or gained for the first time) something like normal mental capacity.
How good does the sound through a cochlear implant sound? As one with an ear going deaf, the idea is intriguing through beyond my means for now. Is it realistic? Is a normal telephone intelligible and natural sounding?
If you can persuade her to move closer near you, that would be best for both of you. It sounds like the healthcare folks are frustrated by your "stubborn but frail" mom. Nothing makes doctors and nurses crankier than a patient who is, ahem, uncooperative in helping themself.
Just three months before my mom passed, she and my dad wrote out Power of Attorney so I could make decisions for them when they became unable to do so. Did she make out such documents?
Thanks for the advice. She saw the doctor today and he was really mad that she got her bandage wet (thus all the threats). He took a sharpie and drew a circle on her leg and said that she had to go back into the hospital immediately if he redness extended out side the circle.
I looked it up on the Internet, and the pictures there look just like a problem I've had on my leg for several years. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cellulitis My doctor and his nurse practitioner both say there is nothing to worry about, although at times mine has been red hot to the touch. It is not bothering me now, but it looks dreadful. They say it is just poor circulation and not to worry.
My mother's infection, however, was swollen and burst — bleeding. The ladies at the beauty shop insisted she go to the doctor last Wednesday. I am 2000 miles away and just heard about this last Friday when she was released from the hopital and needed a ride home. She wanted to drive herself, but the hospital would not allow it.
I arranged for someone to pick her up and to retrieve her car. It has been a circus ever since. She thinks the social worker is spying on her (she's probably right). So she is scurrying around trying to straighten up her house in preparation for the social worker visit. That is the worst thing to do when she is supposed to be on bed rest. The social worker (or the visiting nurse — not sure which) insisted that she buy a new washing machine because hers was no longer spinning. She was wringn out the clothes in small batches and then drying them in the dryer a few at a time. They said that if she didn't get a new machine social welfare would consider that she was not serious about staying in her own home and would make her move into assisted living. She doesn't want that, so I had to go out and buy her a new machine tonight and arrange to have it delivered in CA — 2000 miles away. The new machine has to use High efficiency soap. Regular soap will clog the machine and ruin it. (Another government regulation messing in our lives).
She does not need to be worrying about learning to use a new washing machine wit new soap. She needs to be resting and getting her leg healed.
it takes about four or five mappings to get to your sound and pitch levels but once you reach that final mapping you adjust and hearing is wonderful and using a phone takes practice but you can handle that..I talk on the phone often and daily to my adult kids..
the first thing I hear was rain on a window pane, oh what a beautiful sound.
sometime I just sit out doors (we live in the country) and just enjoy birds, gravel under my shoes, a baby giggle, or so many sounds and they are normal..I have difficulty with music...I use to love to listen to my cd as I drove, but not as much
I highly recommend a cochlear implant if you get tested and the audiologist and doctor agree..My implant audiologist is so fantastic, the patience of an angel..my doctor told me hearing will not be perfect but it is better than not hearing at all and living in a world of silence.. will I think it is pretty darn near perfect...
I have my final mapping in March.
my doctors hands have surly been touched by the MASTERS HAND. he is darn near perfect too....
No, and she refuses to move. Moving would probably kill her. She has a wide circle of friends where she is, but she refuses all help. It's a bad situation. We've told her that she could move here, but she refuses; and she refuses to move into a senior facility in the town where she lives too.
That "sounds" wonderful!
And unfortunately this is more and more the state of our health care. The government and the committees and the 'quality of life' experts all have their say. NOT ONE gutsy doc stands and says this is what is right and to hell with the system. My father would be appalled. I am sure my mom is rolling in her grave. And I feel sorry for those folks who are currently having to practice medicine and give care in the face of this.
For this family my thoughts and racers go up for you. May your miracle come sooner rather than later. I hope you Amelia gets a chance to stand and tell this idiots just how wrong they were
so never feel you don't qualify...search it out..I have NUCLEUS 5 implants..
did you know if you live in PA. and are hearing impaired you can quality for a Cap tel phone, they run programs off and on..each state is different check out your state to see what they offer sever hearing impaired
It sounds as though she is still capable on managing on her own. At some point you may have to step in and go to court, have her found incompetent, particularly as she won't cooperate with medical people who want to help her heal. Her refusal to cooperate with medical treatment, however, may not have anything to do with her ability to form judgements.
This is a very difficult decision and may alienate her from you for the rest of her remaining years. You know your mom better than anyone else. The question is...how much should you do and why?
Is her independence more important to her than, say, living longer while not being independent? If the answer to that is yes, that puts you in the difficult position of standing apart and watching what happens to her.
I would talk with a lawyer who deals with these kinds of issues. These problems with the elderly are common.
She is THEIR CHILD, for goodness sake. Are they not supposed to be involved with her? Her Mommy carried her under her heart for nine months. Is she supposed to no longer love her as her baby because she is retarded?
Interesting that it doesn't deal too well with music, since I'm a musician among other things. Is there a way to cut it off when you don't want it "piping in"?
yes there is...
the processor is all computerized, it does many different things..
I still listen to music, just don't enjoy it like I did...but to hear conversation with other, and to be able to join in is unbelievable...
would I do this again....your darn betcha...
have a wonderful day..
How quickly Americans forgot just who elistist (ruling) Socialists are.
Liberal elitists hate Christians centrally because Christians don't agree with their Darwinistic social philosphy of eugenics where the weak and non-productive of the human herd are culled by the government in the name of a shortage of resources and the "good will" of superiority versus inferiority.
Socialists always have inferior people to kill and hate. They philosphy is based on coveting and killing; the Ten Commandments up-side down. When they call their enemies "stupid" they are calling them unworthy of life. When they put on the watermelon mask and speak of over population, they are not beyond using the State to solve that "problem" of human life.
I thought you said one ear was still working OK, the other one needed the implant to function again. Do you have a stereophonic sense again when the implant is running?
It seems that modern liberalism (as opposed to classic liberalism, which most modern conservatives actually embrace) manages to become a reverse caricature of the virtues it supposedly championed. Instead of being softhearted, it becomes hardhearted.
Modern social leftism is what classical liberals thought - up-side-down. They call it different things - liberal, progressive, humanist, atheist...but it is all based in the depths of darkness which humanity has seen act out in regimes in China, the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany. They want to take it global and they want to "rule."
Unlike classical liberals these elitists don't care about our stinkin' rights and nor about constitutional limits on their power. I always said Nazi Germany or Mao's China could never happen here because no elite group could get total control over Federal power for the machine needed to carry out the mass murder. This is no longer true.
your post is confusing.
ok...time to move on thanks for the chats.
ok...time to move on thanks for the chats.
sorry folks for that double post..
[ This story is appalling. The child is beautiful. ]
What does the child being "beautiful" have to do with anything? If she were ugly would that make a difference?
Not at all. It's just that she is so beautiful, your heart goes out to her immediately. If she were not beautiful, you might have to get to know her personality to stir up the compassion. God created us to feel maternal over children and animals with big, beautiful eyes. That is how we are made, so why fight it?
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Paging through annual best writing collections
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Actor John C. Reilly brings character to concert at Miller Caves
The Miller Caves, underneath the brewery that not only made Milwaukee famous but also helped define the city itself, apparently never seemed, until Sunday night, like a place to hold a concert.
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Milwaukee's historic house museums are offering patrons a seat at their annual fundraising event Wednesday. And, afterward — guests can take the chairs with them. The Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum and the Charles Allis Art Museum have been blessed with chairs — or artistic riffs on chairs — created by local artists for this auction at 6 p.m. at the Villa Terrace. The seats range from an old easy chair dressed as a cozy grandmother to a pew made from doors to a partial-chair that's now totally sculptural. Other seats for auction are ones at theatrical productions, sporting events or a table in a local fine dining establishment. The evening also features live music, hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Tickets are $25. Making a reservation would be appreciated and can be done by calling Ann Steinbach at (414) 278-8295 Ext. 5, but it isn't mandatory. Visit www.charlesallis.org/cavtgalleryofchairs.html »Read Full Article


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Several Houston-area businesses are recognizing Teacher Appreciation Day with deals or freebies this week. Here are a few that caught my eye:
Chick-fil-A — Several Chick-fil-A locations are providing teachers a free breakfast, lunch or dinner entree for Teacher Appreciation Week. These are the ones I know of, but check with your local store:
- 45 & Wayside (free entree daily May 4-8, 11 am – 6 pm)
- Sawyer Heights (free breakfast entree May 4-7, 6 am – 10:30 am)
- I-10 & Silber (free breakfast entree May 4-7, 6 am – 10:30 am)
- Memorial & Dairy Ashford (free breakfast entree May 4-7, 6 am – 10:30 am)
- Kirkwood & Westheimer (free breakfast entree May 4-7, 6 am – 10:30 am)
- 610 & Shepherd (free Chick-fil-A sandwich May 4-8)
- Cinco Ranch (free breakfast entree May 4-7, 6 am – 10:30 am)
- North Houston (free breakfast, lunch or dinner entree May 5 — only for Alden Bridge, Conroe, Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands at College Park, Sawdust Road, Magnolia, The Woodlands Mall, and Willis)
Houston Astros — Educators can save at Houston Astros' Faculty & Staff Appreciation Night May 15 against the Toronto Bluejays. Use code TEACHER to get the special discount saving $5 – $7 each. Follow detailed directions here.
Salata — On May 5, teachers can get half off any salad or salad wrap at Salata with a valid school ID. This is available nationwide from open to close at 42 Salata locations.
SeaWorld — Texas teachers can play at SeaWorld + Aquatica for free through September 7, 2015, thanks to the Teacher Appreciation Fun Card. Online pre-registration required by May 31. This freebie is for active certified Texas teachers, not homeschool teachers, student teachers, school nurse or custodial staff members. Show your required credentials: copy of Texas Teacher certification, paystub in last 30 days, and valid Texas ID. Sign up online at SeaWorld.
Staples — To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, Staples is offering 40% back in Rewards on school supplies for Teacher Rewards members. This is 35 percent more than any other time of year! This is available through May 9 on school supplies, teaching and art essentials, posters, laminating, and cleaning supplies.
Three Brothers Bakery — This local, family-owned bakery is offering 20% discount May 4-10 on its jumbo cupcakes to teachers and school administrators. Simply show an ID to get this deal at all three Houston-area locations: Braeswood, Memorial, and Washington Avenue.


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You are looking at a404 Slant Needle Singer Sewing Machine and cabinet Vintage 1958 with the original instruction manual In great working order built in light works too! foot pedal included This Singer machine features drop in bobbin system for class 66 plastic or metal bobbin and standard 15x1 needles. (not included in auction) The machine has been serviced in the last 6 years (date not specifically known) The cabinet is in great condition. The top does have some scuffs in the finish. The cabinet has a hidden cubby inside to store the manual and other items. The foot pedal is hidden discreetly inside the cabinet as well. The top opens to reveal large table work area space. Measurements are approximate: 30" height, 26" length, 18" width, 52"open length of table top NO RESERVE! BID WITH CONFIDENCE! Due to its size and weight, the shipping will be UPS GROUND. Local pick up (North Miami-Aventura area) is available too. The listed shipping price is an estimate. The weight was calculated with an estimate of 70 lbs. Additional research needs to be made about the actual weight and shipping. Use EBAY shipping calculator to get an estimate. Ask seller if interested. Please contact seller for additional shipping information and costs BEFORE bidding. Please ask any questions before BIDDING and before auction ends. All sales are final. I can provide serial number information on both machine and cabinet or send you additional photos to your personal email upon request. I prefer Paypal and will accept Money order or cashier check. Please indicate in email after the invoice is sent, your intent of payment by paypal or money order. Please contact the seller with any questions or concerns. Check out my other items for sale!


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text: 2 Pinoys flee Sabah by boat by Jorge Cariño, ABS-CBN News Posted at Mar 11 2013 06:53 PM | Updated as of Mar 12 2013 11:15 PM TAWI-TAWI, Philippines - The Philippine Coast Guard on Monday rescued two Filipinos who used a small boat to travel from Sabah to Tawi-tawi. Jul Ibba and his nephew Gafor Rodjin used a small banca and rowed for 6 hours before they spotted the Coast Guard ship. They said they were farm workers in Sabah. However, work on the farm stopped in the last 5 days because of the unrest. This prompted them to come home to Tawi-tawi. Relatives of another Filipino, Omar Ismail, are meantime worried after they saw footage of his arrest on television. His sister said Omar was just a bystander and not part of the stand-off so he should not have been arrested. Nearly 1,000 Filipinos have fled parts of Sabah amid a police crackdown on sympathizers of Raja Muda Agbimuddin Kiram who continues to evade arrest in Lahad Datu. Social Welfare Secretary Dinky Soliman said 432 people have arrived since Friday and another 512 individuals on Sunday. "They were working but have no legal documents to stay there. They are fearful of being asked by Malaysian authorities because authorities are looking for sympathizers [of Kiram]," she told [email protected]- with a report from ANC Share Facebook Twitter GPlus LinkedIn Pinterest Kakaotalk Viber WeChat Read More: philippines malaysia filipino Sulu sabah sultan


text: Are budgets worth the paper they're written on? 10. May 2015 Ken Wolff Opinion pieces/current affairs (15) In this little exercise I have gone through commonwealth government budgets from 1999‒2000 to 2013‒14 to study changes in the figures. The figures for each budget can vary quite significantly. For quite a few years now we have had the Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) which updates and revises the figures used in the budget as presented on budget night. Even before MYEFO, it was not uncommon for budget figures to be revised during the year and this often became apparent during the process known as 'Additional Estimates'. Then there is the next budget: while it provides the figures for the coming financial year, it also provides another set of figures for the current financial year — which still has about seven weeks to run at the time of the budget. And each budget also contains projections for the next three years (the forward estimates). To complete the picture, in about September each year, the 'Final Outcome' is released which presents the actual figures, the actual revenue and spending, that occurred in the previous financial year (and it compares those final figures not to the original budget but the figures used on the more recent budget night). So, before the Final Outcome, there could have been at least six different sets of figures relating to any single budget. I will focus on two sets of figures: the budget figures as presented by the treasurer on budget night and the final outcome (which is why I stop at 2013‒14). That will give us an indication of how accurate (or otherwise) the treasury and treasurer estimates of income and spending actually are. There is also an issue about accrual accounting and cash accounting, and there often seems to be a few billion dollars difference between the two: for example, in 2007‒08 the 'final outcome' revenue for the government in accrual terms was $303 billion but $295 billion in cash receipts. (One reason I have commenced in 1999‒2000 is because that was the year that accrual accounting was introduced.) Accrual accounting assigns income and expenditure when a commitment is made whereas cash accounting only enters money when it is actually received or spent: for example, if the government promises an organisation $100,000 on 10 June this year but doesn't pay the money until 10 July, it would appear in the 2014‒15 budget under accrual accounting but the 2015‒16 budget under cash accounting. While the budget papers do contain both cash and accrual tables, I have stuck with the figures from accrual accounting as they now seem to provide the headline figures. (Although from my reading it appears that governments may sometimes pick the figure which best suits them at the time.) In the eight years from 1999‒2000 to 2006‒07, actual revenue exceeded the budget estimate in every year by an average of $6.7 billion (or about $9 billion in constant 2013‒14 prices), varying from $2.8 billion to $13.1 billion, or from 101.5% to 106.8% of the budget night estimate. We might argue that a difference of 1‒2% isn't too bad when one is trying to predict the future but it was only that close in two of those eight years (and it has been that close only once since). Also, because in those years the mistake was to under-estimate revenue, it wasn't a problem for the government. (It also helps explain how Costello managed to achieve his surpluses — the cumulative under-estimates for those years amounted to $54 billion.) The year 2007‒08 was a turning point but initially for a different reason. It was the year the GST was counted in the government's revenue — before that it was discussed in a separate budget attachment. For that reason, government revenue jumped by almost $57 billion above the original budget night estimate but $44.4 billion of that was the GST revenue. Without the GST, the final outcome for revenue was still $12.6 billion above the budget night estimate. The influence of the GST on the budget can basically be ignored because although it adds to revenue it is simply offset in spending as a transfer to the states. It does mean, however, that the headline revenue figure in the budget is a little misleading: for example, in 2013‒14 the government's final revenue was $374.0 billion but that included $55.5 billion in GST, which left $318.4 billion for spending on commonwealth government programs (including additional support to the states for hospitals and schools). Despite that I will use the full budget figure as it becomes too time-consuming to re-arrange every budget to remove the GST. From 2008‒09, the budget night estimates have tended to over-estimate government revenue, with only 2009‒10 under-estimating revenue (by $2.2 billion). Revenue Budget estimate (billion) Final outcome (billion) Proportion 2008-09 $319.5 $298.9 93.6% 2009-10 $290.6 $292.8 100.7% 2010-11 $356.4 $309.9 87.0% 2011-12 $350.0 $338.1 96.6% 2012-13 $376.1 $360.2 95.8% 2013-14 $387.7 $374.0 96.4% In dollars terms that amounts to an average ‒$17.7 billion each year. The cumulative total of budget night forecasts for those six years was $2,080 billion but the actual revenue was only $1,974 billion (95%), meaning the Rudd and Gillard governments had available for spending $106 billion less than they were originally told. That also suggests that when treasury over-estimates revenue it does so by more than twice as much as when it under-estimates revenue. The forecasts in the 'forward estimates' in each budget also provide a picture of how treasury thinking changes over time. (The figures are billions of dollars on an accrual basis and start at 2001‒02 because I would need to go back earlier than 1999‒2000 to get the full three-year forecasts for previous years and those earlier years are cash accounting). Government revenue Forecast 3 years earlier Forecast 2 years earlier Forecast 1 year earlier Budget night Final outcome 2001‒02 ‒ $153.8 $161.2 $158.8 $162.5 2002‒03 $163.1 $171.1 $164.9 $169.6 $175.0 2003‒04 $183.3 $175.5 $179.6 $178.3 $187.6 2004‒05 $185.7 $189.4 $185.0 $193.2 $206.2 2005‒06 $199.3 $194.2 $201.4 $214.5 $221.9 2006‒07 $204.7 $212.2 $222.9 $231.7 $237.1 2007‒08 $223.1 $233.4 $240.7 $246.8 $303.7* 2008‒09 $245.3 $252.1 $260.7 $319.5* $298.9 2009‒10 $265.6 $274.6 $336.9* $290.6 $292.8 2010‒11 $287.3 $350.9* $294.8 $321.8 $309.9 2011‒12 $366.9* $320.8 $356.4 $350.0 $338.1 2012‒13 $349.7 $381.9 $383.1 $376.1 $360.2 2013‒14 $407.2 $405.2 $402.2 $387.7 $374.0 * First includes the GST, which was not included in revenue figures in previous years If you wonder why Labor had problems in its last budget, check out that last line of figures. The final outcome was below all of the previous forecasts, the only time that has happened since 2000 (although it also appears likely to happen to Hockey's 2014‒15 budget but we won't know for certain until September). The previous two years were above only one forecast, the one made two or three years earlier. In contrast, the Howard government during the 2000s saw the final outcome above all previous forecasts. You can also see that treasury became a little uncertain between 2001 and 2004 after the 'tech bubble' burst and adjusted forecasts up and down and that has happened again in recent years, although for 2013‒14, and now for 2014‒15, each subsequent forecast has been lower: for 2014‒15 the figures run: $425.8 billion forecast in 2011‒12 $424.8 billion forecast in 2012‒13 $411.6 billion forecast in 2013‒14 $391.3 billion estimated on budget night (which was reduced to $385.9 billion in the MYEFO) The forecast three years out tends to be lower than the final outcome: that was the case in 11 of those 13 years. Leaving aside the change that the inclusion of the GST caused for the forward estimate for 2011-12, the only year in which that forcast three years out has been higher was in 2013‒14. That suggests the obvious: that revenue normally grows and it is difficult to predict by how much it will grow (which can also be influenced by inflation as these are 'nominal' dollars not adjusted to 'constant' or 'real' dollars). If you check the above table, you will see that revenue grew in all but two years (2008‒09 and 2009‒10) and, even with the problems since, has continued to grow although not as much as forecast. Individuals' income tax and company tax are the two biggest sources of revenue for the commonwealth government. The final outcome for individual income tax revenue was around 102% to 104% of the budget night estimate from 1999‒2000 to 2006‒07, with the exception of 2002‒03 when it fell to 98.1%. The year 2007‒08 was a good one for the government with individual income tax coming in at 105.5% of the estimate but since then the budget night estimates have been very good to poor: for four years (2008‒09 to 2011‒12) the individual tax income was between 99.3% and 100.4% of the budget night estimate, but in 2012‒13 it fell to 98.5% and in 2013‒14 to only 95.8%. Company tax is more volatile and the forecasts rarely get it right. In the nine years from 1999‒00 to 2007‒08, the company tax came in at 98‒102% of the budget night estimate on only three occasions but, otherwise, it was generally under-estimated (coming in at 117.5% of the estimate in 2002‒03). Since the GFC, however, the estimates have failed to foresee the slowness of the recovery. In 2007‒08 it had come in $210 million above the budget night estimate but collapsed to 82.6% of the estimate in 2008‒09 (‒$12.8 billion). The estimate was better in 2009‒10, although actual revenue was lower — only $53 billion compared to $61 billion in 2008‒09. In the last four years (2010‒11 to 2013‒14), however, the estimate has been wrong every year and has over-estimated company tax by a cumulative $29.1 billion. It has provided as much as 25% of government revenue but in 2013‒14 was down to 18.4% (since 1999 it has averaged just over 19%). The Howard government claimed to be low taxing but it achieved the highest revenue as a proportion of GDP in 1999‒2000 when it took 26.4% of GDP from the economy (it's budget night estimate had been a high 25.9%). It did try to lower its GDP take in the following years aiming for 22.5% to 23% of GDP but generally its final take continued to be a little higher (most often just over 23%). Based on the budget night estimates, Labor also aimed for about a 23% take of GDP (other than during the GFC when it estimated 25.5% but actually took 24.9%). Since then the government's take has been lower, and lower than the budget night estimates, falling to 21.7% in 2010‒11 and even in 2013‒14 was 22.7% (after predicting 23.5% on budget night). The Hockey budget of 2014‒15 estimates a take of 23.6% of GDP. It does seem odd that in the last few years as revenue growth slowed it also became a lesser proportion of GDP: one would think that it would remain more consistent and that revenue would fall if GDP fell or grow at a similar rate to GDP but that doesn't appear to be the case. (If anyone can explain this, please do in a comment.) Now I turn to spending forecasts. They could be more difficult as they are subject to government decisions that are taken after budget night and in that sense treasury can't always be blamed if they are wrong. For example, the Rudd government decisions during the GFC boosted 'social security' spending by $22.1 billion above the budget night estimate and education by $3.8 billion. That would not have been the problem it became if the original revenue forecast had been accurate. Even with the increased spending, the total actual expenditure was only $5.1 billion above the revenue estimate on budget night: it was the fact that revenue came in $20.5 billion below that estimate that turned what should have been about $5 billion added to the deficit to over $25 billion. (Although, obviously, that additional expenditure was made because it was becoming apparent that the economy was in danger and revenue was falling.) Health and social security are two of the government's bigger expenditure items. While spending has continued to increase over the years (the reasons for that are a separate issue), the estimates of spending have been relatively good. Health, in particular, achieved 98‒102% accuracy in 11 of the 15 years from 1999‒00 to 2013‒14 and social security still managed to achieve 10 years despite the extra spending in 2008‒09. That makes sense because the spending is actually estimated by each line department, not treasury, and they basically know what they will spend under prevailing policies — major changes generally occur only when policy is changed during the year. In this context, I am taking no account of whether or not a government is spending more than it receives in revenue, only that the forecasts of spending are reasonably accurate. Estimates and forecasts of revenue are important. Governments base their policy and spending decisions on them. When governments introduce new spending proposals, they do so on the basis of forecasts over the forward estimates — they usually allow that the future costs can be met within those revenue forecasts. But when the forecasts are wrong, and over-estimate future revenue, everything goes wrong: the government is locked into expenditure that no longer fits under the available revenue and that leads to deficits. That is a reason that deficits are sometimes considered acceptable when revenue growth slows, as at present — as long as government can foresee better revenue growth in future years. While I have suggested that a +/‒2% estimate isn't too bad as an estimate, it can still make a difference to the government in dollar terms. Even with the smaller budgets back in 1999‒2000 a 2% variation in total revenue would have amounted to $3.3 billion and in 2013‒14 would have been $7.8 billion (about three-quarters of the amount raised by the Medicare levy, so it is significant). So getting revenue forecasts and estimates right is important — but it never happens. It demonstrates how little control the government actually has over the economy. The economy moves to its own pace, influenced by many factors, including overseas events, and even the 'expert' treasury officials can't predict it accurately, not even one year ahead. It is not a problem when the economy is going well because then the errors tend to be under-estimates and every government would be pleased to see more in its coffers than it anticipated. But when the economy is in the doldrums, as now, faulty estimates and forecasts put additional pressure on government programs that are meant to provide services to all of us. I do wish treasury could get it right but, given the economic reality within which it operates, I won't hold my breath. And I don't think this week's budget will be any different. What do you think? After reading Ken's piece, do you still think we should always blame the government for the financial mess or should treasury share the blame for giving the government faulty advice? Should governments only spend 95% of what treasury tells them they have so as to allow for treasury's mistakes? We look forward to your comments — and answers. Next week 2353 looks at a different approach to homelessness in 'Hope for the homeless'. 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MSM126 Aug 17, 2011 11:07 AM
in response to MSM126
Update: I spent quite a bit of time with AppleCare today. Did an SMC reset, and tried a few other changes to resolve the issue; none of which worked. I'm waiting to hear back from next level of support.
Can anyone confirm that they are successfully getting Dolby Digital 5.1 audio out through HDMI on a 2011 Mac mini?
MSM126 Aug 18, 2011 12:11 PM
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I've yet to find anyone here or in other forums that is successfully getting pass through of multichannel audio (AC3 dolby digital and/or DTS) out of the HDMI port on 2011 Mac mini.
My AppleCare case was escalated to the next level of support, and I spent some time with them trying to get audio to work using Audio MIDI Setup and some other steps. None worked.
Please reply if you're successfully getting pass through of multichannel audio with your 2011 Mini.
Fouad Abbasi Aug 19, 2011 7:22 PM
in response to MSM126
I am interested to find this out too
woodmeister50 Aug 20, 2011 2:57 AM
in response to MSM126
Try setting in Audio Midi Setup under the HDMI
selection, set audio to 2 channel, 24 bit. Do not
set to one of the multichannel modes. Dolby and DTS
are "encoded" streams and not independent channels.
When you set to multichannel in Midi Setup, the source
is expected to be multichannel PCM. Encoded signals
will not pass in this case.
Ziatron Aug 20, 2011 2:50 PM
in response to MSM126
I'm not getting 5.1 audio. The video is fine
As a test (to eliminate some of the unknowns) try to play a DVD movie.
If you get audio with a standard DVD, we can look at software issues.
MSM126 Aug 20, 2011 8:37 PM
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Ziatron, I assume you're referring to playing from a DVD through the receiver to test audio? If so, the receiver properly handles Dolby Digital, DTS, TruHD, etc all fine through the bluray player, and Dolby Digital fine from Directv.
Woodmeister, Apple support took me through all of the Audio Midi setup questions, and it is set correctly.
Thank you both for the suggestions.
Fouad Abbasi Aug 20, 2011 8:54 PM
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I just setup the Mac mini to multichannel 8bit not sure as to what kHz just took the lowest.
Under 8 channel I was getting to choose option as to what speaker setup I have.
I selected 5.1 and tested the speakers one at a time. The Mac sends test signal to each speakers and it passes!
Any comments? Suggestions?
MSM126 Aug 23, 2011 11:18 AM
in response to woodmeister50
Woodmeister50, setting Audio Midi Setup to 2 Channel, 24 bit just results in a 2 channel stereo at the receiver -- at least in my case and according to what I was told by Apple Support.
I've spent a couple of weeks on this with Apple support (Case 239621624), and after multiple escalations of the issue up to engineering, the answer I received is that what I want to do is not supported by Apple software. Here's a summary of what I want to do:
- Connect my 2011 i5 Mac mini through HDMI to my Pioneer SC-05 stereo receiver
- Have the Dolby Digital and DTS audio processed / managed by my the receiver
Apple's recommendation:
- Use Audio Midi Setup to set audio to 8 channel, 24 bit
- Click configure speakers option in Audio Midi Setup, and set to 5.1 audio
The Apple recommendation works fine with Quicktime, VLC, DVD playback. Unfortunately, it does not work with Plex as simply launching Plex causes the audio settings to immediately default back to 2 channel stereo.
MSM126 Aug 24, 2011 12:12 PM
in response to MSM126
Confirmed today with both of the new i5 Mac mini's that even the toslink setup that used to work with the 2007 mini, no longer works to get encoded Dolby Digital / DTS signal to the receiver. In other words, I reverted back to the same setup I had with the 2007 Mac mini:
- Video through HDMI
- Audio through toslink to optical adapter to the stereo receiver
The toslink connection now results in the same behavior as HDMI -- only way I can get multichannel audio to the receiver is to set Audio Midi Setup to 8 channel, 24 bit with speaker configuration set to 5.1. As with HDMI audio, this works fine for VLC, Quicktime and DVD player; but as soon as Plex is launch audio settings revert back to 2 channel stereo.
It seems like multichannel audio out is #$%Q with OS X Lion and at least the mini's I'm working with. The 2007 mini running Snow Leopard continues to work flawlessly. Hopefully a software update or 3rd party tool will fix this.
BTW, Apple did suggest I try Perian and Soundflower ... neither worked for my setups.
woodmeister50 Aug 25, 2011 3:15 AM
in response to MSM126
Lion is not the issue, it is the new 2011 Mac Minis that are the issue.
I am running just fine with Lion 10.7.1 on my 2010 MacMini.
I get Dolby and DTS passed through to my receiver from
all app sources (iTunes,PLEX,XBMC,VLC) without the use of
any third party software. All the audio is send over HDMI
with video to my receiver.
I'm not defending Lion, as I had my issues with it which
have been solved, but that the new Mini's weren't ready for
prime time.
remkofromnl Aug 28, 2011 12:15 AM
in response to MSM126
Hi All, I have the new 2011 macmini to replace the 2010 version. I had issues with HDMI sound as well, but it turns out the issue lies in having AND the HDMI cable in AND a toslink/headphones cable.
In the 2010 version you could select the Sound output to go via HDMI or Analog.
In the 2011 version (if you have plugged-in a cable in the headphones) the HDMI sound output is impossible to choose. It is only selectable when you have unplugged the headphones cable. So what is the use of the Output settings if you cannot select anything if you have more than 1 output.....
The guy form AppleCare told me this is a firmware bug that 'should' be solved.....
When I unplug the headphones and start a movie in Movist, I have DTS and DD. With VLC it does not work, but that has to do with the upgrade to Lion (see the VLC forum).
I assume the firmware upgrade will come soon otherwise I will be VERY dissapointed in Apple quality this time and will certainly stop buying new Apple gadgets when they come out. As this was the reason why I switched from Microsoft to Apple......
woodmeister50 Aug 28, 2011 3:01 AM
in response to remkofromnl
remkofromnl, this sounds very familiar. I do recall, even
with my 2010 Mini, earlier this year trying to debug some
audio issues, I had found that if you plug in an optical
cable, it "overrides" the HDMI, at least on my Mini.
Seems some similar firmware/software carried over
to the new Mini.
Lexiepex Aug 28, 2011 3:21 AM
in response to MSM126
Although "roaringapps" says that Plex 9 is Lion compatible, there are audio problems discussed in the Plex Forum, especially the 2 channel/8channel thing. I have seen rather complicated workarounds with kextinstallers and pacifist. Too complicatef for me.
remkofromnl Aug 28, 2011 7:25 AM
in response to woodmeister50
Do you know how to fix this myself? I saw there are applications like Soundflower and JackOSX that can take care of audio outputing.
Is this a way to overrule Apple's firmware/software? Any experience with this?


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Swift, who is still riding the wave of the chart-dominating Fearless, recently revealed that, much like in Lovato's case, she met Mayer via Twitter, and now she could be hooking up with Mayer in the studio for her next album.
"He Twittered the other day that he wrote a song, and he wants to make it a duet with me," she tells Elle in the magazine's new Women in Music issue.
"Waking up to this song idea that won't leave my head. 3 days straight now. That means it's good enough to finish," Mayer Tweeted in March. "It's called 'Half of My Heart' and I want to sing it with Taylor Swift. She would make a killer 'Nicks' in contrast to my 'Petty' of a song."
Swift was more than flattered by the attention. "I freaked out when I heard, because I've been such a big fan of John for such a long time," she told Elle. "I'm really excited about just the idea that he would even mention me in his Twitter!"
In May, Mayer took their partnership offline and onstage in L.A., when he joined Swift for a duet of his hit "Your Body Is a Wonderland" and her song "White Horse."
Of course, a new album also means that Taylor will have to write new songs about the boys who have done her wrong. On the Fearless track "Forever and Always," she shared her side of her breakup with Joe Jonas , and she promises that kind of honesty won't fade for her next album.
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Prudie counsels a mother who is at a loss for words after losing her son—and other advice seekers.
re: Christmas Letters: I second your recommendation that the woman who lost her son send out a note with her annual photo. I absolutely love them and don't understand the hate. Every year, we get poignant updates like hers, beautiful photos of friends and family, and news from friends and family we don't keep in touch with. Also, for no cost to us, we receive hours and hours of self-indulgent, entertaining over-sharing from those who are simply out of touch with us and reality.
Emily Yoffe: Especially since we live in times in which people feel the need to share electronically such fascinating daily tidbits as being stuck in line at the airport, or what they had for lunch, what's the objection to a Christmas letter? These are an effort to actually craft a summary of the year, and as you mention, they can be heart-breaking, poignant, moving, funny, and even ridiculous. I love them.
WDC: I normally have an extended break during the holidays, most of which I spend at home (out of state) with my family. This year for a variety of reasons (mostly due to the pressure and gloom I feel at home), I am choosing to stay for only two days. I feel guilty enough, but I know once I start telling people, they will all make me seem like a horrible person for not spending time with my family. Mind you, no one ever visits me, and I am always expected to travel to see other friends and family who live in the tri-state area, but I don't even have a car. Do I just suck it up and stay a few more days, even though I will most likely be in a funk? If not, how do I explain to people that I want to have a stress-free holiday break and prefer to be by myself without seeming selfish?
Emily Yoffe: Sometimes when you're in a gloomy state, being with loved ones can be just the thing to comfort you; and sometimes it can be just the thing to send you over the edge. The way you stop feeling guilty for wanting to be alone is to realize as an adult you are entitled to do what's best with your free time. You're making a holiday appearance, so you don't owe them an accounting of the rest of your vacation. If it would help, you could say that you are really excited about the chance to soak in some culture — there are a couple of museum shows and concerts you've been looking forward to. And if you're in a funk, treating yourself to something special might lift your holiday spirits.
San Francisco, Calif.: I recently moved back to the Bay Area for a wonderful job with great benefits. I have a 2-year-old who is the apple of my eye. He is sweet, charming, handsome, and just an overall great kid. In moving back to this area, we are now closer to my sister and her child, who is 3. My nephew, on the other hand, is extremely sweet but only once you are on his "buddy list." Also, my child's grasp on speech and language is superior to my nephew's.
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With the holidays approaching, I know I can expect to hear these comments at some point during the festivities. While I appreciate the compliments to my child, I can't help but feel defensive about the insults to my nephew. He was raised essentially by my parents because my sister works very long hours and goes to school. She has never disclosed who is his father, therefore he has never had a relationship with him. And because our mother doesn't have to work, she keeps him all day, and he has never really interacted with ANYONE outside of our household. I just don't think it is fair that they judge my nephew on circumstances that he can't control. Of course, I don't want to address all of this—I just want a quick comeback when someone makes a snide remark.
Emily Yoffe: Although you have your hands full with your son and your job, I hope you find the time to intervene on behalf of your nephew. The situation with your mother has to end. Sure, she's a free baby-sitter, but she is severely stunting his social development. No wonder he's difficult; he's essentially being kept as a prisoner with an old woman all day. A 3-year-old needs to be socializing with other kids! Maybe you can pull together a family conference to try to come up with alternate arrangements for your nephew. And when people make invidious comparisons between the boys, call them on it. You can say, "Every child is different, and I agree with you that my Jack is wonderful, but John is a great kid, too, and it pains me to hear him put down."
Salt Lake, Utah: At the end of October, I found my boyfriend had been looking at online dating ads and porn. To make the problem worse, it was men-for-men personals and gay porn. I found this by looking at the history on his computer. I confronted him a couple of weeks later (I had to work up the courage). He was very calm and not defensive at all. He gave me a reason for this behavior that, at the time, I believed; and I promised not to do it anymore. The problem now is that I know he is still looking at the online personal ads, and I know this because of snooping. I love this man and don't want to lose him, but I also don't want to be with a liar/cheat. How do I confront him again?
Emily Yoffe: Your boyfriend came up with a good enough reason for looking at gay personal ads that you found it temporarily convincing? What was the reason? Cheaters everywhere want to know! You may love this guy, and you may not want to lose him (why?), but you don't trust him enough not to be snooping on his computer. Your lack of trust is more than justified since you find he's continuing to peruse gay porn and dating Web sites. I think the time for confrontations is over, and the time for packing has begun.
Santa Barbara, Calif.: I have been aware all my life that my sister is different. My mother describes her rigid physical inability to receive or give affection as a baby and child. I am younger, so I did not understand why learning seemed to be beyond her in school, why she did not show compassion for other people, and why she did not have close friends. She was a beautiful child and young woman and attracted men easily, but those relationships did not develop into anything sustaining. Life has been hard for her without a career or a job, and without a partner to share life with. I remember being frustrated with her for most of our lives. I excelled in every area that she found difficult, and I felt guilty and tried to pretend that I was not as capable as I am when around her.
Now that we are both in our early 60s, I realize (having discussed this with a professional) that she has probably been undiagnosed autistic. This is not something that she would accept or could ever discuss with anyone. She is on permanent disability after psychological evaluations that she will not talk about. I feel awful that she has struggled her whole life, and that I was not more patient or understanding. How can I develop a relationship with her now? We live in different states, so the communication will have to be by phone or letter, as she finds e-mail difficult. What do I do now?
Emily Yoffe: A few sentences into your letter I thought, "It sounds as if the sister has autism." And when you ended by saying you were both in your 60s, it was clear why back then no one knew. What a tragedy for people who went through their whole lives shunned for being different and no one understood why. Not that being autistic or having an autistic family member isn't a huge struggle today—but what a comfort to know what this condition is and have a community to share this struggle with. It's wonderful that you want to reach out to your sister. You might start by making a connection with the autism community through a support group such as Autism Speaks. Surely there are people who have been in your situation and can help guide you through the best way to make and maintain a connection with your sister.


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Thursday, January 28, 2010
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I'm so tired of experts telling me what I can and can't eat or do. At this stage of life I know that I can count calories for only so many days before I just don't have time anymore. I know I should only eat veggies and lean protiens, but some... Read more
Thursday, March 26, 2009
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Isn't it funny the efforts we'll go to to earn spark points. We make up goals. We talk to strangers. Play silly games. Blog about nothing. For what. To earn a new "trophy!"
I have read more fitness articles, named more foods that star... Read more
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
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When did blogging become a verb? Celebrities do it. All my friends do it. I can't believe I'm currently blogging about blogs!!!
I've thought about starting one of my own. I have a life, opinions, and a digital camera. That's all it ta... Read more
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
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Last Saturday I had my first ever full body massage. It was wonderful. Never in my life have I felt so pampered/relaxed/spoiled! The whole experience of changing into a comfy robe, having someone put slippers on my feet, bringing me a fresh ... Read more
Monday, May 21, 2007
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I teach Turbo Kick at a corporate gym and LOVE it!! Today was a great class. I'm usually wiped out by the end but today I wanted to keep going.... Read more


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9510 Lakeview Court
Douglasville, Georgia, 30135
Commute to Downtown Douglasville
Almost all errands require a car.
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9510 Lakeview Court has a Walk Score of 5 out of 100. This location is a Car-Dependent neighborhood so almost all errands require a car.
This location is in Douglasville.
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This location is in the city of Douglasville, GA. Douglasville has an average Walk Score of 20 and has 30,961 residents.Learn More About Douglasville


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• Sears Holdings (NASDAQ:SHLD) posted a Q2 loss of $1.13, wider than the Zacks Consensus Estimate for a loss of $0.64 per share. Revenues for the quarter fell 1.2% year-over-year to $10.33 billion, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $10.097 billion
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