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Jun 30, 2008 1:34 PM
Maybe Fido is still learning the difference between your kitchen floor and the great outdoors. Or perhaps you're wary about the effects of your kids combined with the muddy season. Whatever the reason, this Koko Birds Plastic Floormat ($46) is great to have on hand when you need a little... [More]
Jun 30, 2008 1:27 PM
Oh boy: It's two shoes in one, and true love for us. These Sugar and Spice Shoes ($120) by Patagonia feature slipper-like upper flats which can be worn alone for a daintier look. Or, pair them with the latex outersoles for a sturdy, tougher take on your Mary Janes. These... [More]
Jun 30, 2008 1:14 PM
Imagine drying your hair 60-percent faster. Imagine a smoother, shinier look without freaky dryer frizz. Now stop imagining and get yourself a T3 Bespoke Labs 83808 Featherweight Hair Dryer ($119). One of the best in the business, this dryer is super lightweight and surprisingly quiet. The 83808 also generates Tourmaline... [More]
Jun 30, 2008 1:04 PM
Tap into a whole new level of calm with this Printed Yoga Mat & Mat Bag ($34) from Gaiam. Each no-slip, latex-free mat is emblazoned with a charming, totally unique pattern, and comes with a matching printed or embroidered bag. Oohm-mazing.... [More]
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Jun 26, 2008 1:04 PM
Yes, there is a Sky Factory, and yes, you can have your own little patch of that vast expanse. The Sky Factory Luminous SkyCeilings ($TBD) are photographic illusions of peaceful, lovely skyscapes that are made to fit into most standard ceiling grid systems. Lit from behind by LED or florescents,... [More]
Jun 26, 2008 12:51 PM
Because your grandmother doesn't have the internet and thank you notes are more polite when written with paper and ink, we're really loving this Rock Scissor Paper Personalized Stationary (from $10). Available in 85 unique designs, these personalized notecards and envelopes are printed and shipped as soon as you order... [More]
Jun 26, 2008 12:43 PM
Things that are fun: Eating ice cream. Things that are not: Wrestling with hard as a rock ice cream, stubbing your finger on the ice cream scoop, accidentally flinging ice cream across the kitchen. Get all the fun, cut out the rest, with this Ice Cream Scoop and Stack ($15)... [More]
Jun 26, 2008 12:35 PM
Single-handedly save the world (or at least a tree) when you choose this Boho-Green Recycled Paper Tulip Tote ($38) for carting your summer beach or work essentials. Because it's made entirely of durable recycled paper, this absolutely adorable bag is light as can be. Featuring inner zip pockets and a... [More]
Jun 26, 2008 12:26 PM
What is that funky looking...thing? It's a seat. It's a coffee table. It's a Spinball ($185), the new must-have addition to your porch or patio. Spinball is available in a huge variety of two-tone color palettes, making it a cinch to match to whatever you've already got going on in... [More]
Jun 25, 2008 12:26 PM
Tattoo artist and reality-TV star Kat Von D knows a thing or two about bad-girl glam. If you're ready to tap into your own rebellious side, check out the Kat Von D Collection (from $16) at Sephora. From bright red "Pout out Loud" lipstick to "Black Metal Love" eyeliner, the... [More]
Jun 25, 2008 12:16 PM
Your favorite painting is nice, but who really gets to see it? With this Deep Down Wearable Art Pendant Necklace ($10), everyone who crosses your path does. Gorgeously modeled after the oil work of Olga Cuttell, the image on this clay pendant is baked into the surface using an innovative... [More]
Jun 25, 2008 12:07 PM
It's not the most environmentally-conscious gadget we've come across, but it's so damn useful and cute that we'll let it slide. This bright turquoise Emergency Phone Charger ($13) is powered by a single AA battery. Just plug it into your phone, blackberry, or iPhone and steal an extra two hours... [More]
Jun 25, 2008 11:55 AM
Why didn't they think of this sooner? The most ingenious kitchen gadget to show up on our radar in months is less than $10! The stainless steel Utensil Pot Clip ($6) easily attaches to a pot or pan, while the silicone top allows you to stow your spoon, in turn... [More]
Jun 25, 2008 11:48 AM
The gym is not our favorite place, but we're trying to go more often (bathing suit season and all), and are thrilled with how motivating this trendy Puma Women's Phantom Grip Bag ($65) seems to be. Super roomy, with a padded base to keep gym wear from jostling, the bag... [More]
Jun 24, 2008 2:37 PM
What would Carrie Bradshaw do? If you've seen the new Sex and the City movie, you know that the answer is to wear these fabulous Dior shoes with everything. We love her style and envy her shoe closet, but don't always have the funds for $700 footwear. To the imitation... [More]
Jun 24, 2008 2:30 PM
Make waves with your sexy, tousled beach 'do—no real waves required. Frederic Fekkai Wave Creating Spray ($20) contains marine botanicals to create that springy, flexible look you love, while texturizing polymers lock in shape for a hold that lasts. We confess that we don't know what any of that stuff... [More]
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Jun 24, 2008 12:05 PM
Yes, we adore alliteration. In fact, we frequently find it to be fantastic. But that's not the only reason we're digging this delish Dashing Darjeeling Dishware (from $40). (Okay, we'll stop now.) Made of refined porcelain, these plates and mugs are dishwasher and microwave safe. You'll love the funky Darjeeling... [More]
Jun 24, 2008 11:52 AM
We know—not much could improve on the sleek look of your iPhone. But check out this adorable iPhone Tattoo Protector Set ($12) and you'll definitely consider getting some "ink" for your gadget. This screen guard is available in eight trendy patterns and offers protection for your iPhone's LCD and back... [More]
Jun 24, 2008 11:45 AM
Although we confess that "subtle" is not always our thing, there's a time and a place for being a little understated, and these Sterling Bird Earrings ($20) are just the thing to get you started. Made entirely of sterling silver, these tiny, graceful birds will sit pretty on even the... [More]
Jun 23, 2008 1:18 PM
Happy Hour gets just a little bit happier when these Personalizable Croc-Embossed Coasters (from $34) are added to the mix. This set of four red leather coasters arrives ready for gift giving (even if the recipient is you) in a silver-rimmed storage tin. Add a silver monogram to the set... [More]
Jun 23, 2008 1:02 PM
At last, there's a shoe that's as serious about trail running as you are. Brooks Cascadia 3 Trail Running Shoes ($95) feature a Pivot Posting System to enhance balance on the toughest terrain and new technology to protect your feet from blisters and rocks. Made of breathable mesh, so wet... [More]
Jun 23, 2008 12:43 PM
The only makeup staple you'll need to get you through the summer looking stellar. Clinique's Fresh Bloom Allover Colour ($30) is a sheer, pinky powder in three corresponding hues, adorably packed in flower form. Use a big brush to apply a single shade, or combine them in a sweep on... [More]
Jun 23, 2008 12:30 PM
So not your ordinary tee, J.Crew's Shirred V-Neck Tissue Tee ($42) turns a basic summer staple into something noteworthy. Made of lightweight cotton, the shirt is shirred around the bias-cut neck for a unique, sexy fit. Available in shades from stand-out tangerine to basic black—and almost every color in between.... [More]
Jun 23, 2008 12:14 PM
Ever since we added the Blendtec Total Blender ($400) to our kitchen arsenal, we've been actively searching for more and more things to er, blend. This gadget is the most powerful on the market and works so well that we guarantee you've finally fished the last giant ice chunk from... [More]
Jun 20, 2008 12:46 PM
Whether you're a die-hard fan of Cranium or you're a newbie to this most amazing board game, you must check out the new and improved version: Cranium Wow ($30). Combining the best of other games, Cranium Wow allows actors to whistle, artists to sculpt, nerds to think and writers to... [More]
Jun 20, 2008 12:34 PM
That knock-'em-dead, stares of envy, how'd-she-do it dress that you must have for your upcoming class reunion is here at last. Check out this autumn gold Envelope Dress by Isaac Mizrahi ($50). The classic A-line shape is figure flattering, and we really like the discreet front pockets. But the best... [More]
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Jun 20, 2008 12:19 PM
You know we're really big fans of lounging as much as possible, particularly in summer. Our newest find, the solid hardwood Chesapeake Steamer Chaise ($299) represents one more step in the direction of sitting still. This smart chaise reclines to three positions, allowing you to seek the best tan, and... [More]
Jun 20, 2008 12:11 PM
Guarantee a perfect pedi and a marvelous mani with this fabulous new line of Butter London Nail Polish ($12 each). Unlike the polish you're currently using, Butter London is completely free of cancer-causing toxins (which are just not sexy). Available in pretty much every shade of the rainbow—Come to Bed... [More]
Jun 20, 2008 12:02 PM
Cuter than the little one in your arms? Not quite, but this Stroller Tote ($110) by Dante Beatrix runs a pretty close second. Made to fasten on the back of your stroller, this roomy nylon tote has plenty of pockets to store your stuff (and baby's, too, of course.) The... [More]
Jun 19, 2008 12:23 PM
The grown-up version of your favorite little kid shoe, you'll love these Chainlink Thong Jelly Sandals ($10). The bright, comfy sandals boast a buckled ankle and cool chainlink thongs. In red, purple, green, blue and grey—but at this price, we highly recommend springing for a pair in every shade.... [More]
Jun 19, 2008 12:04 PM
Sure, you could spend hours crouched awkwardly over bulbs and pots....Or you could add this Rustic Potting Bench ($249) to your gardening arsenal. Made from high-quality timber, the bench features a work-level potting shelf with a storage shelf below. Easy to move, the piece comes with wheels and a trolley... [More]
Jun 19, 2008 11:36 AM
Go ahead, wear whatever you want. This Stretch-Straw Belt ($45) will make you look completed pulled together and pretty, even in a bummy tank-top. The soft straw belt is completely understated while the metallic hibiscus flower closure makes a trendy statement. Too cute!... [More]
Jun 19, 2008 10:15 AM
Thick, full, ample...all adjectives that are really best not applied to you unless, of course, we're talking about your hair. With Burt's Bee's Very Volumizing Pomegranate and Soy Shampoo ($8), that's just the kind of hair you'll have. Soy amino acids lift and separate your locks, leaving them super full,... [More]
Jun 19, 2008 10:00 AM
Saying "I do," can come with some pretty unexpected don'ts. That's where this Wedding Day Survival Kit ($49) steps in. Jam-packed with 30 lifesaving items that will foil any unexpected situations. Among the kit's offerings are extra wedding bands, mints, bobby pins, double sided tape, pain reliever, a mending kit...and... [More]
Jun 18, 2008 12:39 PM
This bag is bananas! B-A-N-A-N-A-S. Sorry, we couldn't resist, and you won't be able to, either, when you check out this fabulous L.A.M.B. Manchester Ombre Patent Leather Tote ($495) by songster turned designer, Gwen Stefani. The bag is made of patent leather in the pink and purple shades of the... [More]
Jun 18, 2008 12:13 PM
Remember those cardboard boxes of vanilla animal crackers that used to be such a treat when you were a kid? Bring back the fun for your own little ones with this Organic Animal Cracker Cookie Mix ($12). Smooth vanilla and a hint of spice ensure that these organic cookies taste... [More]
Jun 18, 2008 11:52 AM
You're hardly neutral, so why should you suffer dinnerware that is? This notNeutral In the Mix Plate Set ($48) features four dishwasher and microwave safe plates in funky, contrasting black and white designs: leaves, letters, links and circuit. Self-declared as different, so it must be good.... [More]
Jun 18, 2008 11:29 AM
Aoma-Sothys Delicious Scrub and Body Wash (from $44) is just that—delicious. Made with crushed ginger and nutmeg and essential oils of orange and mandarin, Sothys Aroma-Sothys products are the longest-lasting and freshest-smelling that we've experienced in months. And nothing can beat the gentle exfoliation of the fresh scrub or the... [More]
Jun 18, 2008 11:15 AM
Bathe your dog (almost) faster than you can say "Come!" with this brilliant Rapid Bath Pet Bathing System ($70). The hand-held device comes with attachments that will work with your backyard hose or your indoor showerhead. Just screw it in and get to work. The Rapid Bath features a highly... [More]
Jun 17, 2008 4:50 PM
Still haven't found the prefect suit to get wet in this summer? Don't worry, we found it for you. Introducing the Pinstripe Seersucker Shirred Underwire Tank Suit ($85) from J.Crew, an understated little number that plays up your assets. A halter-style top complete with hidden underwire keeps the, eh-hem, "girls"... [More]
Jun 17, 2008 4:34 PM
Say "see ya" to shaving this summer with Nair Shower Power Hair Removal Exfoliating Cream ($8). It's a mouthful to say, but couldn't be easier to use. Just spread the fuzz fighting product onto your bod when you step in the shower and leave it there until you're ready to... [More]
Jun 17, 2008 4:24 PM
This Pulp Bulletin Board ($20), is good for the environment, great for your sanity. Made of recycled magazine pages that are tightly stacked, allowing you to slide notes between the crevices. Or you can go the traditional route and use push pins to hang those lists and love notes. A... [More]
Jun 17, 2008 4:09 PM
It's incredibly easy to see why we fell in love with this Puff-Sleeve Jacket ($60) from the Gap. It's slimming (rounded sleeves cover any arm flab, while the boxy cut flatters all body types) and versatile (available in dark and light brown so you can wear it with anything). The... [More]
Jun 17, 2008 1:00 PM
You're having a dinner party and know you won't be able to keep track of your wine glass to save your life. You could: a) Wear embarrassingly bright lipstick and follow the mark, b) Accept your fate and share with that seedy guy who's been checking you out all night,... [More]
Jun 16, 2008 12:49 PM
Get 'em while they're hot—hot colors, that is. We're totally digging these Low Five Capri Jeans ($40) from Victoria's Secret. The low rise jeans feature a flattering cropped style and boast a slim fit throughout. But the best part are the eye-catching hues available: turquoise, grape juice, hot pink, white... [More]
Jun 16, 2008 12:34 PM
Remember slurping your way through those three flavors of decadence that only a neapolitan popsicle could provide? Recreate the experience (without the calories), with this Neapolitan Soapsicle ($10). The layered soap provides three full ounces of strawberry, chocolate and vanilla goodness guaranteed to leave you squeaky clean and smelling faintly... [More]
Jun 16, 2008 12:00 PM
Kick off those cumbersome shoes and get ready to relax in your new Palmetto All-Weather Wicker Egg Chair ($1,299). The so-comfy seat will fit two and features an egg-shaped top to shelter you both from the midday sun. The seat cushion and three back pillows are covered in natural canvas... [More]
Jun 16, 2008 11:42 AM
A coffee table book you'll actually want to read? You have to check out Cally Blackman's 100 Years of Fashion Illustration ($40) to believe it's possible. This fascinating book features 400-plus images showcasing fashion design throughout the previous century. Peppered with insightful quotes from some amazing illustrators and including a... [More]
Jun 16, 2008 11:31 AM
No a.c.? No problem! Cool off the old-fashioned way with a retro-chic Deco Breeze Table Fan ($50) in a pop of sapphire blue color. This three-speed table fan oscillates softly for complete cooling coverage while you work. Pretty groovy, if we do say so ourselves.... [More]
Jun 13, 2008 12:40 PM
You're worked your butt off to earn that classy card, now show it off in style with a Graphic Image Mini Envelope ($42). Made of real Moroccan leather, the envelope is exactly the perfect size to hold a standard card. Closes with a snap (gotta love the statement), and comes... [More]
Jun 13, 2008 12:10 PM
Because life is better in technicolor, we really appreciate these Colorful Rubber Garden Hoses ($70). Gardeners, car washers and kids everywhere will rejoice at these extra long, 50-foot hoses, made of durable rubber in every color of the rainbow (literally). The hexagonal shape makes gripping easy, even with grubby hands,... [More]
Jun 13, 2008 12:07 PM
It looks funky, we admit, but we're crazy about this Clairsonic Skin Care Brush System ($190) and you will be, too. This revolutionary face cleansing system is brought to you by the same folks who gave us the Sonicare toothbrush. The soft bristles gently brush your face at 300-times per... [More]
Jun 13, 2008 12:05 PM
The most intelligent mouse you'll ever have in your house. The GE Optical Mini Wireless Mouse ($25) automatically links to your computer and its mini micro receiver (stored in the mouse's top!) plugs into a standard USB outlet. The mouse features a super quiet scroll wheel and patented power saving... [More]
Jun 13, 2008 12:00 PM
Love the gladiator sandal trend, but not quite ready for shoes that go half-way up your leg? If you're nodding enthusiastically, then this Mythic Shoe ($49) by Chinese Laundry is your ticket to the trend. This wooden wedge features a fancy t-strap decked out in gold rings and coordinating "pearls."... [More]
Jun 12, 2008 10:13 AM
Nothing could make a pregnant woman crankier than watching a roomful of friends sip on cosmos while she drinks apple juice. To the baby-makin' lady rescue: Margarita Mama: Mocktails for Moms-to-Be ($11). This whimsical book is packed full with over 100 "cocktails," all of which taste delish sans the booze.... [More]
Jun 12, 2008 10:11 AM
A little bit feminine and a whole lot functional. That's what you'll be saying about this hand-painted Amalia Corner Writing Desk ($429). Designed to fit into any corner in your home, the desk is emblazoned with sweet roses and streaming foliage set against blue-green framing. Perhaps the most useful conversation... [More]
Jun 12, 2008 10:07 AM
Since your nails require that you keep an emery in your purse, we see no reason not to have as much fun with it as possible. Enter Emery Boards from Anne Taintor ($6), which offer that opportunity. Each matchbook-sized set of 12 boards comes adorned with our favorite girls from... [More]
Jun 12, 2008 10:05 AM
Give your old little black dress the boot—it's time for a serious upgrade. This Serenity Ivory Bow Dress by Ralph Lauren ($240) is all that a LBD should be. The dress features a fitted, strapless bodice adorned with an oversized white bow. Crisp organza fabric looks and feels fabulous for... [More]
Jun 12, 2008 10:00 AM
You're planning to pick up the new iphone 3G, next month, right? So why not display it with all the flair it deserves? This Vers Wood Sound System ($149) offers an old-fashioned feeling seamlessly blended with today's technology. The audio system, which features two 15-watt speakers and includes eight ipod... [More]
Jun 11, 2008 11:56 AM
Because wrinkles and sunburn are so not sexy, there's Sun Effects Sunscreen ($13), from Skin Effects. The unscented sunscreen protects against burn-causing UVB rays and aging UVA ones while the antioxidant-rich formula also fights off free radical damage. Full of vitamins, so it's super moisturizing, never greasy. And hey, the... [More]
Jun 11, 2008 11:46 AM
Just like the Sex and the City character for which it's named, Sam's Fabulous Flower Ring ($105) is eye-catching, glamorous and just a tiny bit over the top. Constructed of two layers of faux diamond petals that rotate atop a black enamel band, this piece is the be-all, end-all of... [More]
Jun 11, 2008 11:29 AM
Elegant, graceful and fully unique. This Hanging Glass Tealight Holder ($25) is constructed of hand-blown glass in two similarly colored shades. Add a candle, light it up and the colors combine to create a third. Comes with a sturdy wire that allows you to suspend the glass indoors or out.... [More]
Jun 11, 2008 11:05 AM
Woah. You will not recognize your skin after using Esente Oligo Sphere Caviar Pearls ($85). Rosacea? Gone. Irritation? Vanished. Perfect for use after aggressive skin treatments or super sun exposure, these mini encapsulated beads simultaneously restore and heal while eliminating discomfort. Scientifically, the astaxanthin and micro-nutrients in the formula combine... [More]
Jun 11, 2008 11:00 AM
Because you really shouldn't spend your hard-earned vacation ironing, you'll love these Eagle Creek Pack-It Folders (from $17). Each folder features a folder board and complete instructions to keep every garment neatly folded and wrinkle-free. Available in three sizes, ensuring that everything from your (bathing) suit to your (business) suit... [More]
Jun 10, 2008 1:07 PM
And today's sexiest man award goes to... Apple CEO Steve Jobs, who has officially announced the July 11th release of the iPhone 3G ($199-$299). Featuring all the old features you know and love, plus a bunch of new ones, like twice-as-fast 3G wireless connection and a built-in GPS system. Our... [More]
Jun 10, 2008 12:45 PM
You glow, girl. This glamorous Bia One Piece ($150) by Vix is one of the most stunning suits we've seen all season. The halter bathing suit is fully lined and showcases Grecian gold accents that can be easily adjusted for your perfect fit. This must-have suit also boasts high cut... [More]
Jun 10, 2008 12:36 PM
Color your world bold, beautiful and b-r-i-g-h-t with the Essie Neon Collection ($15). The four eye-catching colors come boxed together so you can dip your toes into the perfect pedicure, or—we dare you!—a marvelous mani.... [More]
Jun 10, 2008 12:11 PM
Tired of sweating your way through a summer afternoon as you wait for your hot tea to become iced? Then you'll adore this Tea Over Ice Pitcher ($42). Just steep hot tea in the upper pitcher, then quick chill the beverage by pouring it into the ice-filled lower pitcher. These... [More]
Jun 10, 2008 11:59 AM
You've gone hands free on your phone, now do the same with your Umbrella ($50). This cute piece is splashed with pastel hearts, but its best feature is a flexible rubber handle that can be molded around your shoulder, in turn leaving your hands free for other things—lots and lots... [More]
Jun 9, 2008 12:09 PM
Our confession: We really love our vino. And what better way to experience all of the wine the world has to offer than with a Wine of the Month Club (from $108)? Every month, you'll receive two bottles of award-winning grape, hand-selected by tasting professionals from around the world. You... [More]
Jun 9, 2008 11:55 AM
Finally! A wear-to-work summer pant that transfers seamlessly to night with just a simple shoe switch. These Sloane Poplin Cropped Cargo Pants ($69) from Liz Claiborne are crafted from light poplin for a breezy fit. The short cargos sit low on the waist and feature a whittling drawstring to take... [More]
Jun 9, 2008 10:31 AM
All the best makeup in the world isn't going to do you any good without the tools to put it on right. That's why we're loving this adesign Mini Brush Set ($45). Don't be deceived by the name, however, as the mini set is anything but! Packed full with six... [More]
Jun 9, 2008 10:17 AM
Can you draw a peep show? How about edible underwear? Although it's not for the faint of heart, the brand new board game Sexy Slang ($25), is absolutely hilarious for the strong of sex. Like Pictionary hopped up on Viagra, Sexy Slang pushes players to draw all sorts of kinky... [More]
Jun 9, 2008 10:01 AM
Combining two of our favorite things—serious style and luxurious lounging— is the new ARILD Left-Hand Chaise ($799), from IKEA. While lefties will love this custom fit lounger, righties will rejoice at the ARILD's real leather covers and super plush seating. This unique piece comes in hues ranging from pink to... [More]
Jun 6, 2008 11:19 AM
Because work-outs are sometimes just too much, well...work, we're really loving this alternative: Nivea Body Good-bye Cellulite Body Smoothing Gel ($12). To use it, rub the gel into trouble spots daily, then sit back and let the product's L-carnitine get to work. L-carnatine supports the conversion of stored fat into... [More]
Jun 6, 2008 11:17 AM
Own a stunning piece of history with these limited edition Restoration Rocks Earrings ($175). Made from fragments gathered during the 2007 restoration of Frank Lloyd Wright's Guggenheim Museum, the Guggenheim rocks are encased in hand-crafted acrylic and sterling silver. Each piece is totally unique, but (in our opinion) that just... [More]
Jun 6, 2008 11:10 AM
Maximize a tiny kitchen in the prettiest way possible with a Boos Gathering Block ($995). This versatile workstation boasts a sturdy chopping block of 4" thick maple and a pull-out wicker basket drawer for stowing supplies. A slated shelf "below the block" offers additional storage space. Available in four shades,... [More]
Jun 6, 2008 11:05 AM
Why shouldn't you experiment with smoky eyes and orange lips? Or pale cheeks and blue lids? If it's money that's stopping you from exploring your inner diva, we've found the solution at last! Introducing the Ultra Beauty Mosaic ($5)—yes, really—which features 30 shades of eye shadow, ten glosses, four shades... [More]
Jun 6, 2008 11:00 AM
Cool dogs everywhere will beg for this Kool Dogz Ice Treat Maker ($20). And, although we wonder why they kan't spell their wordz korrectly, we're still loving this ingenious outdoor treat, which comes with all the tools you'll need to suspend your puppy's favorite toys in a large block of... [More]
Jun 5, 2008 12:19 PM
Treat your skin to a mouth-watering dessert with this Rainbow Sorbet Scrub ($28) by Thom Fleming. Made with dead sea salts to gently exfoliate and vitamins to leave you glowing. But the secret to this scrub's success lies in its real fruit extracts—apple, peach, raspberry and lemon—which leave a refreshing,... [More]
Jun 5, 2008 12:02 PM
We hate to "wine", but really, how is a classy connoisseur supposed to store her vintage labels with flair? To the rescue, this uniquely mod Wine Knot ($105). Intertwining loops of real birch and walnut are made to cradle six normal-sized, and one large, bottle of vino at once. An... [More]
Jun 5, 2008 11:53 AM
Let your feet celebrate the sunny season with these Amelie Strap Sandals ($100) by UGG Australia. Linen straps criss-cross up your leg for sensational sex appeal, while a shearling lining and wedge heel keep you comfortably on your feet. A shoe that's as hot as the temperature outside.... [More]
Jun 5, 2008 11:40 AM
At last, a take-anywhere kit with the sole purpose of making you look good in any personal predicament. The Shemergency Survival Kit ($20) delivers 24 compact fixes for those everyday emergencies, all packed in a silver-mesh case. Among the offerings: static remover, earring backs, double-sided tape, pain reliever, a mending... [More]
Jun 5, 2008 11:27 AM
Accurately describing a luscious fragrance is next to impossible, but trust us when we say that you'll adore Burberry's "The Beat" ($80). Resplendent with notes of bluebell and iris deepened with white musk and cedarwood, The Beat is a light, clean fragrance for summer. As a bonus (for those of... [More]
Jun 4, 2008 12:37 PM
Staying hydrated is important, but (let's face it), your Aquafina bottle is ugly. The solution? This Transglass Lidded Carafe ($57), perfect for keeping H20 by your bedside or on your desk. Constructed from recycled wine bottles, the carafe comes with an over-sized lid that doubles as a drinking tumbler. Available... [More]
Jun 4, 2008 12:28 PM
How can we put into words how much we dig these Laurel Canyon Jeans ($169) by Paige Denim? Maybe it's the high quality, built to last denim. It could be the flattering dark wash, or the slimming leg crease. Whatever the reason, we haven't worn anything else since we first... [More]
Jun 4, 2008 12:17 PM
Elegant, enviable eyelashes are a single sweep away with Besame 1930s Mascara ($22). A brilliant formula that's so good, its still being used since it's induction in the '30s. The gentle, waterproof formula is made with only eight natural ingredients, so it's perfect for itchy, sensitive eyes. Worth the price,... [More]
Jun 4, 2008 12:04 PM
If you're ready to get out of your unhealthy relationship with that extra 20 pounds, we've got the breakup tool for you. Lose Weight Now!: Diet Journal & Organizer ($16) is a comprehensive weight loss guide that will guide you through the get fit, feel good process. The diet journal... [More]
Jun 4, 2008 11:46 AM
Dare to be different—and bask in the squeals of envy that follow— with this attention-grabbing Piazza Bag ($200) by oovoo. Each purse is hand-embroidered with care in Vietnam for a one of a kind quality you can actually feel. Lush texture, rich color, the perfect shoulder bag for perfect style.... [More]
Jun 3, 2008 12:14 PM
Touch up your manicure on the go with this nifty Color Quick Fast Dry Nail Pen ($8) from Sally Hansen. The nail pen, which comes in eight popular shades, dispenses color from a thin brush with just a quick "click." An ingenious way to keep your mani from looking messy.... [More]
Jun 3, 2008 11:36 AM
Drift away to your own personal paradise—and take a friend or two with you!—in the huge Headdemock Hammock ($399) by Fatboy. This cushy hammock is made of weather-resistant nylon and filled with polystyrene beads for the ultimate comfy lounge. Available in seven colors to suit the needs of every leisure... [More]
Jun 3, 2008 11:26 AM
If your usual nighttime apparel consists of his boxers and a "Class of '97" t-shirt we respectfully suggest an (equally comfy) upgrade. This Lauren by Ralph Lauren Jersey Knit Pajama Set ($78) features an adorably feminine cap-sleeve top perfectly paired with roomy capris.The soft PJs are are 100 percent cotton... [More]
Jun 3, 2008 11:15 AM
Breathe deep the signature scent of summer. This hand-poured, soy-based Fresh Cut Grass Candle(from $10) is the perfect way to get in the spirit of the sunny season. Adorably decorated with little-boy baseball players, the candle arrives in an 8- or 16-ounce steel paint can.... [More]
Jun 3, 2008 11:02 AM
Ensure that nothing gets lost in translation on your next big trip, with the 12-Language Speaking Global Translator ($230). Using this handy little gadget is simple: Enter a word in English and the translator will show you the word in the language you're seeking. Our favorite part is that the... [More]
Jun 2, 2008 1:06 PM
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Sperm Meets Egg – Why Doesn't It Work Every Time?
Posted on 03. Mar, 2009 by David Kreiner, MD in Age Related Infertility, ICSI - Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection, Infertility Information, IVF
Why me? My wife never had any infections, surgery or any other problem? I have no difficulty ejaculating and there's plenty to work with so why can my friends and neighbors and coworkers get pregnant and we can't?
I hear these questions daily and understand the frustrations, anger and stress felt by my patients expressing these feelings through such questions. There are many reasons why couples do not conceive. An infertility workup will identify some of these. A semen analysis will pick up a male factor in 50-60% of cases. An hysterosalpingogram will locate tubal disease in about 20% of cases. Another 20-25% of women do not ovulate or ovulate dysfunctionally. A post coital test may identify that the problem is that the sperm is not reaching the egg. It may not be able to swim up the cervical canal into the womb and up the tubes where it should normally find an egg to fertilize. When these tests are normal a laparoscopy may be performed to identify the 20-25% of infertile women with endometriosis. However, even when this is normal and there is no test that logically explains the lack of success in achieving a pregnancy; an IVF procedure may both identify the cause and treat it successfully.
What is IVF?
In Vitro Fertilization, IVF, is the process of fertilizing a woman's eggs outside the body in a Petri dish. Typically, a woman's ovaries are stimulated to superovulate multiple eggs with gonadotropin hormones, the same hormones that normally make a woman ovulate every month. Injections of these hormones are usually performed by either the husband or wife subcutaneously in the skin of the lower belly with a very tiny needle. It takes 9-14 days for the eggs to mature. She will then take an HCG injection which triggers the final stage of maturation 35-36 hours prior to the egg retrieval. This is performed in an operating room, usually with some anesthetic. The eggs are inseminated in the lab and 3-5 days later, embryos are transferred into the uterus with a catheter placed transvaginally through the cervix into the womb.
What is ICSI?
Some times even in the presence of a normal semen analysis, and normal results on all the infertility tests, fertilization may not occur without microsurgically injecting the sperm directly into the egg. This procedure is called Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection or ICSI and may achieve fertilization in almost all circumstances where there is otherwise a sperm cause for lack of fertilization.
If it looks like a sperm and swims like a sperm, why doesn't it work like a sperm?
A South African gynecologist, Thinus Kruger, discovered that small differences in the appearance of sperm affected the sperm's ability to fertilize an egg. In 1987, Thinus demonstrated that when we used the very strict Kruger criteria for identifying a normal sperm, we were able to identify most men who had normal semen analyses and were yet unable to fertilize their wife's eggs. Most of these couples suffered from unexplained infertility except now utilizing the Kruger criteria for sperm morphology we were able to identify the problem. Today, these couples are successfully treated with the ICSI procedure.
Old eggs?
As women age, the percentage of genetically abnormal eggs increases. These older eggs are less likely to fertilize, divide normally into healthy embryos or result in a pregnancy. When older women do conceive they are more likely to miscarry then when they were younger. Aging of eggs begins in the 20's but accelerates after age 35. This is why a woman's fertility drops as she gets older. The age at which it becomes significant for a woman varies. Some women in their 30's have significant aging of their egg. Others less so and may have a good number of healthy eggs into their 40's.
ABC's of IVF
Assisted Hatching is when the embryologist makes a hole in the shell around the embryo called the zona pellucidum. This is performed minutes prior to embryo transfer and may be performed chemically with acid tyrodes, mechanically with a micropipette or with a laser. It is commonly believed that older eggs may lead to embryos with a thicker or harder shell that may prevent the natural hatching of an embryo that must occur prior to the embryo implanting into a woman's lining of her womb.
Blastocyt embryo transfers occur on day 5 or 6 after the egg retrieval. This is the embryonic stage when an embryo normally implants into the womb. These embryos have been selected to be healthier by virtue of the fact that they have made it to this stage. Some believe that a woman's uterus may be more receptive to an embryo implanted at this stage. Statistically, the pregnancy rates for women who have had blastocysts transferred is higher than when the same number is transferred on day 3 using "cleaved" embryos of 4-10 cells. As the advantage of the blastocyst transfer may be only a matter of selection, it is thought that there may be no advantage if the embryologist is able to select just as well the best embryos to transfer on day 3.
Bravelle – Brand of FSH, follicle stimulating hormone which is a gonadotropin used to stimulate a woman's ovaries to superovulate and make multiple eggs mature during the IVF cycle.
Cetrotide – Brand of Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Antagonist that prevents a woman's pituitary gland from producing LH, luteinizing hormone. LH increases can trigger premature ovulation and stimulate testosterone and progesterone production which can be harmful to a woman's egg production and prematurely mature the lining of womb potentially affecting implantation.
Co-culture of a woman's endometrial cells from the uterine lining or granulosa cells from aspirated ovarian follicles along with the embryos in the same culture dish is thought to provide growth factors for the embryos which may improve the health and growth of the embryos.
Cleavage Stage Embryos are 2-10 cell embryos transferred on day 2 or 3. They are often graded by their lack of fragmentation and granularity of the inside of the cell cytoplasm; A to D or 1to 5 with A or 1 being the best grade.
Embryo Glue is a protein supplement to the transfer media prepared minutes prior to transfer to make the embryo more likely to stick to the lining of the womb. It is believed that some embryos may not implant since they are not adhering to the lining and do not get an opportunity to burrow into the endometrium.
Estradiol is produced by the granulosa cells of the follicle which surround the egg in the ovary. As follicles are stimulated and grow they produce more estradiol. We measure estradiol to monitor development of the follicles. It also helps to prepare the lining of the womb for implantation.
Follistim – Brand of FSH, follicle stimulating hormone which is a gonadotropin used to stimulate a woman's ovaries to superovulate and make multiple eggs mature during the IVF cycle.
Ganirelix – Brand of Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Antagonist that prevents a woman's pituitary gland from producing LH, luteinizing hormone. LH increases can trigger premature ovulation and stimulate testosterone and progesterone production which can be harmful to a woman's egg production and prematurely mature the lining of womb potentially affecting implantation
Gonal F – Brand of FSH, follicle stimulating hormone which is a gonadotropin used to stimulate a woman's ovaries to superovulate and make multiple eggs mature during the IVF cycle.
Gonadotropins – FSH, follicle stimulating hormone and LH, luteinizing hormone stimulate the follicles in the ovary to mature and produce ovarian hormones, estradiol, testosterone and progesterone. It also is used to stimulate a woman's ovaries to superovulate and make multiple eggs mature during the IVF cycle. We adjust the ratio of FSH and LH to achieve goals of optimal follicular development and maturation while trying to minimize the risk of hyperstimulation. Typically we administer the gonadotropins to the woman for 8-14 days before giving her HCG 35-36 hours prior to the egg retrieval
HCG is human chorionic gonadotropin, the pregnancy hormone we measure to see if your wife is pregnant. We follow the numbers to monitor the growth and health of the pregnancy. HCG has the same biological effect as LH and therefore can be used to mature the egg in the same way as if it were getting ready to ovulate. We therefore administer HCG to women 35-36 hours prior to the egg retrieval. Brand names for HCG include Pregnyl and Ovidrel.
HMG – Human Menopausal Gonadotropins are purified from the urine of menopausal women since they have high levels of FSH and LH. Menopur and Repronex are brands of HMG used in IVF stimulations containing a 1:1 ratio of FSH to LH. We adjust the ratio of FSH and LH to achieve goals of optimal follicular development and maturation while trying to minimize the risk of hyperstimulation. Adding pure FSH, i.e. Bravelle, Follistim or Gonal F will increase the ratio of FSH to LH which may be desirable especially early in a stimulation. Some patients may not need any supplemental LH and are stimulated with FSH only. LH is sometimes added towards the end of a stimulation to minimize the risk of hyperstimulation syndrome.
Hyperstimulation syndrome is a condition which occurs approximately 3% of the time as a result of superovulation of a woman's ovaries with gonadotropins. A woman's ovaries become enlarged and cystic, fluid accumulates in her belly, and occasionally around her lungs. When it becomes excessive, it may make it uncomfortable to breathe. We remove this excess fluid with a needle. Women can also become dehydrated and put them at risk of developing blood clots. We therefore recommend fluids high is salt content like V 8 and Campbell's chicken soup. We give patients baby aspirin to prevent clot formation. It may also be recommended to freeze all the embryos and postpone the transfer to a later cycle as pregnancy can significantly exacerbate Hyperstimulation syndrome.
ICSI – Some times even in the presence of a normal semen analysis, and normal results on all the infertility tests, fertilization may not occur without microsurgically injecting the sperm directly into the egg. This procedure is called Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection or ICSI and may achieve fertilization in almost all circumstances where there is otherwise a sperm cause for lack of fertilization
Lupron is a Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Agonist that must be administered after a woman ovulates or concurrent with progesterone or oral contraceptive pills to effectively suppress gonadotropins. Lupron prevents a woman's pituitary gland from producing LH, luteinizing hormone. LH increases can trigger premature ovulation and stimulate testosterone and progesterone production which can be harmful to a woman's egg production and prematurely mature the lining of womb potentially affecting implantation
Monitoring of a woman's stimulation with gonadotropins is performed by transvaginal ultrasound examination of her ovarian follicles and blood hormone levels. The gonadotropin doses can be adjusted according to the results of the monitoring. The timing of the HCG and subsequent egg retrieval are likewise based on the monitoring. Typically, a woman need not be monitored more frequent than every 3 days initially but may need daily monitoring as she approaches follicular maturation to determine timing of the HCG injection and retrieval.
Morula is the stage between the cleavage stage embryo and blastocyst. It is when the embryo is a ball of cells.
Oral contraceptive pills are often given prior to the stimulation to help time stimulation starts and bring a woman's reproductive system to a baseline state from which the stimulation may be initiated.
Progesterone is an ovarian hormone that prepares the lining of the womb for implantation. We measure it during stimulation to check if the lining is getting prematurely stimulated. We add it to the woman after the retrieval to better prepare the lining and continue it as needed to help sustain the implanted embryo until the placenta takes over production of its own progesterone.
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The remark sent reporters scrambling to learn more about the case. In 1931, three months after escaping from prison, Watkins' great-grandfather Richard Johnson was arrested, along with a man named Richard Brown, for a rape-murder-robbery in Wichita Falls. They were both convicted and put to death by electrocution on August 10, 1932.
Less than a week after making that revelation, Watkins traveled to Huntsville to witness his first execution. The state put to death George Rivas, the ringleader of the Texas 7 gang, which broke out of prison in 2000 and went on a crime spree that ended with the murder of an Arlington police officer.
The next day, Watkins called to talk about his great-grandfather, what it was like to watch another man die, and how his opinion of the death penalty has been affected by five years as district attorney. It was the only print media interview he gave after watching the execution.
D Magazine: A week ago, you revealed that your great-grandfather had been executed by the state in 1932. I think it caught many people off guard, given how often you've spoken about the death penalty. How long have you known about the case, and why did you mention it now?
Craig Watkins: I have known for a while. Yeah, I have known for a long time. I mean, it was one of those kinds of deals where you would hear the grown-ups talking in passing about it, you know, my grandmother. But you never knew—I never knew—the specifics of it. I just knew it was embarrassing for my grandmother and very difficult for her to deal with. And so it wasn't until I became DA that I started to find out more about it. And then I took it upon myself to explore the issue. I actually have a transcript of the trial. The reports that you have read, I guess, in our local paper are painted somewhat differently than what the transcript says.
D Magazine: What's different in the transcript?
Watkins: I don't want to direct your attention to whether or not the other person or my great-grandfather were guilty or innocent. I do think we need to factor into the equation this was 1932, and, as it relates to people of color, African-American males, things were very different. So that was never portrayed whatsoever in their reporting, which it should have been. And you can go online and pull up articles from that day, that time, and you will see certain things that will call into question the process or the procedures that were put in place at the time, as it related to these two individuals who were accused of this crime. That's not to say that I am saying that my great-grandfather is innocent or guilty. I just know that I think any reasonable person will agree that times were very different back then, how just the system was back then.
D Magazine: It's interesting that you have something deep in your family's history that has so much of a bearing on what you are doing now, or at least the questions you are facing: has justice been properly carried out, and is the state doing the right thing with the death penalty? And you were facing both that week, speaking to press after another exoneration and scheduled to witness an execution a few days later. It makes sense, then, that your great-grandfather would come up. But, beyond that, you've been speaking about the death penalty quite a bit recently. Why now?
Watkins: The Texas Supreme Court put the court of inquiry in place against the prosecutor out in Williamson County [former District Attorney Ken Anderson, now a state district judge] to determine if he committed prosecutorial misconduct with all the individuals that have been exonerated in Williamson County that have been on death row. And here is Dallas County—we have had all of these individuals exonerated. We have exonerated, I believe, 25 or 27 individuals in Dallas County. I thought it was an appropriate issue to bring to the forefront and expand the debate as it relates to whether or not we are pursuing the death penalty fairly and legally. And it really didn't have anything to do with my own personal moralistic views of the death penalty. It was more about, logistically, if we are going to seek to deal out the punishment, do we have the restraints in place to make sure that when we do mete out the punishment we are doing it correctly?
D Magazine: In an interview with the Dallas Morning News in August 2010, you said, "I came in with a certain philosophical view. I don't have that anymore. From a religious standpoint, I think it's an archaic way of doing justice. But in this job, I've seen people who cannot be rehabilitated." Was there a case that specifically changed your view?
Watkins: No, no. Actually, I am not changing. I never changed it, actually. I was interviewed and I expressed my moralistic point of view, and I expressed the logistics of the death penalty. And I never said that my point of view changed. I know that the headline that was written the next day was that my point of view had changed ["Watkins No Longer Opposes Death Penalty"] when, in actuality, it hadn't. I don't know if intellectually they were understanding what I said, or they just wanted to get a headline or write a story. I don't know.
But my position has always been the same. And that position is, look, morally I am against the death penalty, and I even said this to the reporter at the time, that I could be sitting next to a person that has the same moral views and we go to the same church. They may actually believe in capital punishment, and we will argue until the cows come home. So it's not an issue of morality as it relates to capital punishment at this point, because people believe in different things. And as the DA, I am not going to place my morals on citizens of Dallas County. The issue that I raised in that interview was basically logistically. We have had all of these individuals exonerated, we have seen all of these people exonerated from death row, and so there lies the issue that we should address. Not what I believe morally, or what someone believes morally. The issue is whether or not we are going to make a mistake, and when we are seeking the ultimate punishment, we need to make sure that we get it right.
And so my moral point of view, I think, is really moot, is not an issue. I mean, I can believe what I want to believe. The law says that in Texas that if you commit a certain type of crime and you have these certain issues that are brought up in the punishment phase, then you are eligible for capital punishment. I have pursued it nine times, more than any other recent DA in the history of Dallas County. I have done my job, although morally I may disagree with it. The law, the Constitution says that if you do a certain thing, then you are eligible for that, and so I have done that—and I have even gone further to make sure that an issue of guilt or innocence is not brought to the table. And so I haven't changed, I haven't flip-flopped. It's always been the same.
D Magazine: You didn't prosecute the Texas 7 case. Why did you feel the need to go to George Rivas' execution?
Watkins: I will tell you why. I have to make a determination on whether or not a person will be eligible for the ultimate punishment. So the reason I went was because I have experienced all aspects of capital punishment, but I hadn't experienced the end, and so I needed to experience that. So I can be very sensitive in the decision-making process when I make a determination if a person is eligible for the ultimate punishment. I needed to experience all aspects of it. That's why I did it.
D Magazine: What was that day like? Walk me through the whole thing. Did you go to Huntsville that day?
Watkins: Yeah, I went to Huntsville two hours before. I got there at 4, and I went to the warden's office, and we sat there basically for two hours. So the warden was there, and then I didn't know that the actual director of all prisons comes, too. He came and we talked to him, and I also got to talk to several different wardens who participate in the process. And I think the misperception is that these people are bloodthirsty: "Hey, we are going to execute this guy. He did A, B, and C, and he is the worst thing in the world." But they are not. These people are very professional. It's very methodical. They didn't talk whatsoever about Rivas. And, obviously, I was questioning them about the process. I was trying to get to know their own philosophical views in a subtle way. Never got to that point. Because of their professionalism, it didn't matter. I mean, the law in Texas is that, if they commit certain crimes and a jury convicts you, and your appellate process is over, then you face the ultimate punishment.
I got to meet a whole bunch of different folks. And these are just regular people. I mean, these are good people. They are sitting there talking about their kids in school, and the road that was just built down the street. We are in Huntsville, Texas, so it's a little country. And these are just average people, you know? And so they are very hospitable, very respectful. They were respectful of the condemned, and it was very clinical. So although I disagree from a moralistic standpoint as it relates to capital punishment, I do believe that the folks that are responsible for implementing it are very, very adept and professional in their jobs, and it's nothing personal to them.We sat there for a couple hours, and then the warden's secretary comes in and makes a call to the attorney general maybe 20 minutes before, makes sure there are no legal issues. And they were on speaker phone, so we got to hear the conversation. There are no legal issues. And so we sit there for another, I guess, 15 minutes, and then the warden and the director of prisons and the guys—I guess they call them a tie-down team, the ones that are going to actually bring the prisoner to the death chamber—they all walk out and go get the guy prepped up. And 10 minutes later, they get all the witnesses, and we walk to the execution chamber, which is very small.
D Magazine: How many witnesses were there in the room?
Watkins: There are two rooms. You are not in the same room with the condemned's family. You don't even see them. There is kind of like a quadrangle. So, we were—the window that we were seeing through was, he was laying down on the gurney, and we are on the side of him. And I assume—based upon how he looked around and who he directed his conversation to when he was making his last statement—that his folks were somewhat in front of him.
So you walk into the chamber, and it's very small. I mean, you would be surprised how small it is. There are no chairs in there; you are standing the whole time. And you walk in and they get you as close to this window as possible, so you can see the process. And so he's strapped down with a needle in his arm. Then the director of prisons, who is on the other side, he opens the door and says, "Warden, you may proceed." And then the warden asks, "Would you like to make a last statement?" And in the room there is a warden and the priest. The warden is standing at the head of the condemned, and the priest is standing at the feet with his hand on the person's leg. The priest is sort of comforting him, and he has got a Bible in his hand.
There is a microphone over the condemned and he is still lying on the gurney, still lying there. So he gives his last statement. He lifts his head and looks to the victim's side and apologizes, then he looks to his side and says, "I love you," and all these things. And then he lies back and says, "Warden, I am ready." And he lies his head back down. And then the warden nods his head. And the whole time the condemned is looking at his family. He is whispering, "I love you, I love you, I love you."
And then, all of a sudden, you notice that it appears that he is falling asleep and gasping for air—like he is snoring, basically. You could classify it as snoring or as gasping for air. You see his chest moving, and then I guess very quickly—maybe two minutes in—his chest stops moving. And we stand there, I guess, for another 10 minutes, and everybody is just kind of standing there.
D Magazine: In total silence?
Watkins: No one's talking. No one's saying anything. And then you notice that the condemned, he starts to turn this bluish color. So I guess that's when all his functions have stopped. And then a doctor walks in and takes his vital signs and announces that the person is—he looks at the clock and announces, "The person died at 6:22." And then they open the door and we all walk out. Very clinical. It gives you the appearance that the condemned is in control, when in actuality he is not. But it does give the appearance that the person is in control. It's very peaceful, very respectful toward the condemned.
And I can understand when the victims have a hard time dealing with the process as it is now, because it didn't appear that there was any pain or suffering. If there was any, I couldn't see it. It just seemed as if it was like a medical procedure, like when you get anesthesia and you go to sleep. That's the way it appeared. And so when it's over, they pronounce the person dead, they pull the sheet over his head. When you walk in the room, they lock you in.
D Magazine: They lock you in?
Watkins: Yeah, you are locked in. So then they unlock the door and walk you out.
D Magazine: Who else was in the room?
Watkins: Two of my investigators. Toby Shook was there. There were some reporters there. None of the victim's family was there. There were two women; I didn't know who they were. So there were about 12 to 15 people in the room with us.
D Magazine: Toby Shook, whom you beat to become district attorney in 2006, he prosecuted that case?
Watkins: Yes.
D Magazine: Did the two of you speak much before or after?
Watkins: Well, yeah. I mean, I talked to him afterward. While we were walking, he was like, "Thanks for coming," and that was it, pretty much.
D Magazine: When that was all over, what did you feel like? Was it different than what you expected it would feel like, witnessing somebody die right in front of you?
Watkins: I kind of had a feeling that it would be very clinical, and you wouldn't have much of a feeling one way or the other. I didn't think it would change my point of view as it relates to capital punishment. The only thing that I think changed about it was you have this perception that the people that carry it out are somewhat bloodthirsty and they are champing at the bit. You know: "Let's go get this guy." That was not the case. None of that whatsoever. I have a respect for the people that actually have to carry through that process. So my point of view as it relates to capital punishment is still the same. I think that in Texas we have gotten close to making it as humane as possible. So it was very humane and respectful toward the condemned and the victim's family.
D Magazine: What's your ultimate goal regarding the death penalty?
Watkins: The broader issue is, look, I have walked 25 men out of prison for crimes they didn't commit. We have gotten this case in Williamson County, where the DA withheld evidence, or it's alleged that he withheld evidence. Because of that, a guy spent 25 years on death row. The Supreme Court of Texas has instituted a court of inquiry to look into the actions of this individual. At the time he was DA; now he is a judge. You have got the Todd Willingham case. We have had all of these folks who have been exonerated that were on death row throughout our nation.
And so my concern, basically, is, look, we are seeking the ultimate punishment against someone, and we need to have all the safeguards in place to make sure that we don't wrongly execute someone. And I think with all the evidence that we have seen, I think anyone that does not come to the conclusion that a person has been executed in this country for a crime they didn't commit is being irresponsible. So that's my position. Like I said, I can argue from my moralistic standpoint all day, but that's not where the argument should be had. It should be one of logistics. Are we making mistakes? Do we need to reevaluate the process to make sure we are not making mistakes?
D Magazine: Do you think there is momentum toward making that happen?
Watkins: Obviously. I mean if you have got the Texas Supreme Court convening a court of inquiry against a sitting judge who prosecuted a case 25 years ago—yes, there is progress being made on this issue. Because I think it transcends political lines. I mean, my critics will say that I am just a liberal Democrat. When you have got a Republican Supreme Court who said, okay there are issues as it relates to capital punishment and we are going to take this issue up by convening a court of inquiry, then it transcends political lines. You can criticize me about my personal morals all you want. As a DA, my job is to carry out the law. I have had to preside over nine capital punishment cases, which is more than any DA in history here in Dallas County. I have done that. I have done my job.
I think we need to get away from the moral argument and make it one more about logistics as to whether or not we are making mistakes. And when a mistake is made, some want to use politics and hide the mistake. We are talking about a person's life. We should put our pride aside and look at it from the standpoint of, first of all, getting the right person that committed the crime. And then, if we are going to seek to deal out the punishment, make sure that person that we are seeking it against deserves it.
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By Jimgris-Oracle on Sep 16, 2008
Book your time to talk at the OpenSolaris Town Hall Community Meeting. Everyone will gather on Tues Sept 16th at 3 pm Pacific. There will be community updates as well as an executive briefing from Tim Cramer and Dan Roberts. The OGB will also do an update about the community reorg. I worte a little summary here.


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Join Eddie Tapp as he helps you create a new digital workflow! Follow the workflow from shooting portraits and headshots to finding your winning images, then using creative portrait enhancement techniques to get the most out of your pictures. Learn about processing images in Lightroom, and for your best images, when and why to use Smart Objects. Portrait artist Judy Host will also be joining us for a special session on how to incorporate graphics and textures into your work. And finally, learn to show off your work by creating an exciting slideshow!


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Four days and counting until we board Silversea Cruises Silver Spirit for a Caribbean cruise from Fort Lauderdale to San Juan, Puerto Rico and I'm still packing and happily so now that my wardrobe arrived from New Orleans' Pret a Porter.
While your National Cruise Examiner knows her way around ships, she isn't so savvy when it comes to packing, often piling enough in her luggage to clothe a small nation. But like most women I want lots of choices. So when I discovered all the fabulous, flouncy and pure silk Prêt à Porter designs at Kathy Duliakas Oscar swag suite last month I knew I had to get on line and order a cruise wardrobe. After all you can carry twice as much silk than other fabrics.
So I order me everything silk, save for a few cottons, shorts, dresses and tops. The package arrived today so now I can test my theory and start packing. I know it with all fit and when on board the super swank Silver Spirit or at the posh Le Toiny in St. Barths (where we are spending a shore day and night) I will be dressed for the part.
Back story of a designing woman:
Prêt à Porter Designs is the creation of designer Carrie Licciardi who founded the company in 2012. As all fashionistas know the name translates in French as "ready to wear", a mantra embraces the essence of the Licciardi's designs. Check out her pieces at http://www.pretaporterdesigns.com/. If you're anything like me you won't be able to control your urge to shop. And if you're planning to take a cruise you really want to condsider creating a top to bottom wardrobe from all the light and luscious styles. Prices range from $90 and up, but watch the video to see for yourself.
Also come back as I'll be reporting live from the Silver Spirit and modeling myPret a Porter silk shorts, dresses and tops.
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Butterflies in the Garden exhibit in Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Butterflies in the Garden, the largest exhibit of live, exotic butterflies in North Central Texas in Fort Worth this spring is coming soon! Children are welcome at this annual spring event for the entire family at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden.
During the Butterflies in the Garden exhibition, jot down on your spring calendar that your children can have a special spring occasion with live butterflies by release one for a nominal cost and receive a commemorative certificate!
Exotic butterflies released
About 12,000 exotic butterflies of every hue and size will be released this spring in the Fort Worth Botanic Garden glass conservatory. Adult and children visitors will be able to experience butterflies from Southeast Asia; North, Central and South America; and Africa.
Exhibit dates and times
The Fort Worth Butterflies in the Garden exhibit opens early spring March 1 and runs through April in the Fort Worth Botanic Garden at 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. It will be open daily, including Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
More information and tickets
For more information and tickets for the timed release by adults and children of butterflies in the garden conservatory and Admission to the Butterflies in the Garden exhibit, see the Fort Worth Botanic Garden website.
Talk to a live person for more details
If you or your children prefer to talk to a live person, call Gail Manning at 817-392-5510. She has all the scoop on Fort Worth Botanic Garden and the Butterflies in the Garden exhibit this spring.


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With each passing day, Oculus' Rift VR headset is closer to being mine - but in the meantime, I'm continuing to grow the foam at my mouth for the headset. Now there's some interesting new developments, where Virtuix have posted some videos of their Omni treadmill working with Oculus' Rift VR headset.
This means you can walk, and run on the treadmill, while looking through the Oculus Rift. It's quite incredible, and something that I think, if were priced right, could really take off.


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I'm a christian living in the UK. Some people on here have intimated that atheists in the US are persecuted in some ways. I have no idea what this means, but would very interested to find out. So the questions is how? Its a genuine question, and i'm not looking for discussion on whether God exists etc, just the topic at hand. Thanks.
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I'm an atheist living in California. I don't even know where to start about all the hatred I've experienced from other people for being an atheist. Well, when I went across the country to visit my grandparents in Maine (only my second time meeting them) I told them I was an atheist. I honestly expected them to be understanding because they aren't particularly religious (at least they never ever made it seem that way), but they yelled at me, literally yelled at me for my beliefs. They were asking me question after question without even letting me answer or partake in the "conversation". They told me I'm going to hell and blah blah, you know, the typical theist remarks. After that night they never treated me the same and I felt like they hated me. I no longer talk to them because of this, our relationship is just not the same, plus they abandoned my mother when she was a little girl, so they don't deserve us in their life anyways. When I came out to my second family who is christian(my bestfriend and her family, were just really close) they pretty much just criticized me. They weren't too mean to me, they've accepted it now. They would just tell me things like how their disappointed, that they'll never give up on saving me, they pray for me every night, and other things. Then when I was talking to her mom, and she asked me what tattoo I'm getting now that I'm 18, and I told her about it (it's an atheist symbol kinda thing), she was insisting that I get something else, and begging me not to do it... but she has a huge cross tattood on her arm, so I asked her "Why is it okay for you to have your beliefs tattood on you, but not okay for me?" And she says because god is real and he's our savior and I'm gonna regret it when I come to terms with god and all that bullshit. But I still love them, I'm just relieved that they no longer bug me about it... well at least not as often as they used to. I'm very lucky to have the mother and brothers that I do, my mom believes in some sort of power or force but encourages me to explore explanations for the world, and both of my brothers are also atheists, so no persecution in my home, thank godlessness. When I was working about a year ago I got into an argument with a coworker about gay marriage (it was a very unprofessional environment), but of course it turned into an argument about god. She was the most ignorant person I have ever argued with; she couldn't make any valid points, everything she said was very inconsistent, and she just sounded completely uneducated. I knew more about her god and the bible than she did. But anyways, about being persecuted... she began calling over 2 of our coworkers, who are also christian. So the three of them were basically attacking me (not physically)... yet I somehow still out smarted all of them and made them all sound and feel dumb. (: I love when that happens. But everyday from then on my name wasn't Krystal, it was Satan girl, fag lover, god hater, pretty much anything that came to them I guess. I ended up quitting like a month later because I couldn't take it anymore. It shocks me that people think we're the hateful, mean, judgmental ones, but look at everyone's stories of religious people harassing and being hateful to us atheists. I think they feel threatened by our intelligence (:
Oh and also, there's a swap meet very near my house that we go to pretty often, and right outside of it these 2 guys stand out there (every single goddamn weekend) and pass out little christian pamphlets and hold these signs that say "the end is coming" "jesus is love" "repent and save your soul" and other things. They also stand out there with megaphones and yell things about god. It's really annoying. But anyways, I went to the swap meet and they tried to give me a pamphlet, but I said "no thanks, I don't believe in god" and he asked me why and stuff and I explained it to him, and we were actually having a nice debate, until I guess I pissed him off... I said something about how god is a murderer, and how he encourages hatred and some other things. He really didn't like what I had to say, and he started yelling into his megaphone "This girl right here hates Jesus, she hates god, that's right, she hates OUR god. Who thinks she's going to hell?" At that point I just walked away. He continued to yell about me and point to me. At one point he said "That girl with the blue hair is an atheist!" So I threw my hands up in the air and yelled "Yes, Yes I am!" with a big smile on my face. It was quite a crowd.
One thing kind of jumped out at me.... your friends being upset that you want to get an atheist tattoo. I mean what is god going to do, double damn you? And if you end up going to Jesus in the end will the tattoo be unforgivable? In other words, from their point of view I can't see how the tattoo can make a damn bit of difference (pun intended).
I kind of expected her to react that way. But I completely agree. This is no different from anything else she lets spill out of her mouth about religion, it's all hypocritical bull crap.
Leviticus 19:28, "Do not cut your bodies for the dead, and do not mark your skin with tattoos. I am the Lord.
Oh the irony.
Oh I know. The contradictory of it all is so irritating.
Leviticus 19:28, "Do not cut your bodies for the dead, and do not mark your skin with tattoos. I am the Lord.
@ Marc - I have always thought tattoos were unattractive on men and especially on women but now that I know about this scripture, I think I am warming up to them lol, just to make a point that you don't have to do what the babble says just because it says it.
I've been thinking about the actual question being asked.
I tend to think of "persecution" as being something a government does. And so far at least our government isn't persecuting us. But so many of our christian neighbors will sure attack us when they think they can get away with it.
And so many other Xians don't seem to think this is a common phenomenon.
If not "persecution" then how about "shunning" or even "bullying."
Yes. Or intimidation or vandalism or physical assault, for that matter.
Not entirely relevant to the original topic but I see alot of other people talking about their own countries too. I live in Australia and openly mock religious fundamentalists. Moderates not so much, they are generally nice people and generally we can live and let live. But the fundamentalists around the world are just too ridiculous to not make fun of.
Matt - we are so frigging lucky to live in a country where religion is no big deal. Generally, we say we are Atheists, with no repercussions. It generally, would not come up. If and when a xian starts talking about their beliefs, I come out and say, Nope, I do not believe there is a god - of any persuasion. Jehovah Witness that come to the door on a regular basis, are very moderate and civilized, and hesitatingly ask do I want a copy of Watchtower, and they know there is no point. But they leave smiling, probably praying for my lost soul - but there you go.
Can any Australian believe the bullying, name calling and losing a job because of their Atheism, as it seems to happen on a regular basis In America?


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Bailey, the chihuahua doesn't really like his baths, but Sunday's session proved to be more than any tiny pooch should have to endure as three Metro firefighters had to climb into a bathtub to free the little canine's stuck foot reported CBS Sacramento.
In true doggy form, Bailey tried to wiggle away from the warm bath water, and the unexpected suddenly happened. According to the owner,
"he jumped up and when he came down; his foot landed in the drain and it got stuck."
To no success could the owner free the nervous little canine, so in came Animal Cruelty Officer Mechelle Crites, who couldn't free Bailey's foot either. Bring on the Metro Fire Department, and three firefighters climbed into the tub, and with at least 20 hammers destroyed the tub in order to free the canine cutie. Of course, a veterinarian had to give Bailey a shot in order to send him off to doggy dreamland, while the brave firefighters tackled the reluctant bathtub.
It's doubtful the owner will ever plop her pampered pooch into the likes of a bathtub again, but if Bailey thinks he has won this battle, it's obvious he hasn't won the war. Remember Bailey, there are always sinks and even small, secure baby bathtubs to keep you looking dapper and smelling sweet.
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I have followed the process to implement a BTE.
The entries which i made in FIBF asked for a cust. transport i moved the transport to different client via SCC1.
The entries of table TBE34 are moved and i checked entries are there in another client.
But i dont see it on FIBF -->Publish and Subscribe BTE Customer enhancements.
Is there any step i am missing? The bte works fine in the client i have made the changes
Can someone please advice
please visit the BTE steps
best regards,
If any one face this problem.
I logged off and logged in again and the changes were there
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