text:
Watchmaking Tradition
Men's Watches
Women's Watches
You can be sure you are buying a genuine Longines watch if you follow these steps:
Longines guarantees repairs and the delivery of spare parts for its watches for at least 15 years from the date production is discontinued. Beyond this time, Longines will do its utmost to ensure vintage watches can be maintained and therefore recommend returning the timepiece in question to our factory in Switzerland.
Like any other precision instrument working 24 / 7, a watch should be serviced regularly to ensure that it runs perfectly. We cannot say how often you should have your watch serviced as this depends on the model, the climate where you live and how you look after the watch yourself. As a rule, a watch should be serviced every 4 or 5 years, depending on the conditions under which it is worn.
This site only shows a small range of models selected from the Longines collections. If you would like to see more watches, visit one of our official retailers. Please note that some watches models featured on this website are not available in all countries; in order to obtain further information, please do not hesitate to contact an official Longines agent.
All modern Longines watches are crafted according to the norms of the Swiss watchmaking industry (NIHS) and are water-resistant to 30, 50, 100 or 300 metres, depending on the model of watch. At the time of purchase, the water-resistance of your watch is symbolized by one of the following icons:
Please note that the water-resistance of a watch is not a permanent characteristic. It may notably be affected by the ageing of gaskets or by an accidental shock to the crown.
The water-resistance should be tested regularly, and at least once a year, by a Longines authorized Service Center.
Furthermore, we insist on the fact that, without any supplementary indication of pressure, our watches should not be used for scuba-diving.
If your Longines watch needs to be repaired, adjusted or serviced, we recommend that you bring or send it (well-padded and by registered delivery in the latter case) to your nearest Longines authorized service centre. You will find its address in your guarantee booklet or on our website in the Customer Service section.
Yes, we can supply the following information depending on what we are able to find in our archival records:
Depending on the watch, only some of this information may be available; we only give out information when we have corroborating sources.
In order for us to carry out research on your watch, we require the following information:
The serial number, or consecutive number, is essential in finding the information relating to your watch. According to the era, this number (consisting of numeric characters only) can be engraved in various places:
As such, you may need to have the watch opened by a jeweller.
The Longines museum explores over 180 years of watchmaking history and is open to the public on working days from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1.30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
During a 90 minute guided tour, visitors can discover the brand's main watches, navigational instruments and timing devices, as well as a range of exceptional photographs, posters, films, medals and archival records.
We strongly advise to book in advance using the following link.
Please use our store locator to find your nearest official Longines retailer.
We sell Longines products exclusively through our network of selected retailers.
Contact your national distributor or your nearest official Longines retailer.
We sell Longines products through our selected network of retailers who may also sell our products through their website under certain conditions. We would ask you to remain vigilant and always to ensure that you are dealing with a certified Longines retailer. Purchase of a Longines watch from a third party operating without authorisation and certification from the Longines brand is made at the buyer's own risk, particularly in cases of counterfeit watches and defective or stolen products.
If you are located in the United States, you have the option of purchasing from our online store.


text:
Metaboli gets Rockstar backing
Rockstar's entire catalogue of games is set to be released on Metaboli, we're told this morning, MCV reporting that the firm's PC releases will soon be distributed on-demand via the platform.
Metaboli is of course a rival to the likes of Valve's Steam, and this announcement includes new release Grand Theft Auto IV, as well as Max Payne and Bully.
"It is a genuine pleasure to be able to list Rockstar in our catalogue and above all to be able to offer the cult GTA IV right from release," Metaboli boss Pierre Forest enthused.
"We would like to welcome Niko Bellic, the most charismatic personality that the GTA license has ever known. Through its blockbusters GTA IV, Max Payne and Bully, Rockstar is a seminal publisher. This agreement enables us to become the first digital distributor in Europe to offer Rockstar's entire catalogue.
"The arrival of this catalogue allows us not only to enrich the Gamesplanet portfolio, which adds more than 50 games each month and already numbers more than 1,000 games, but also to consolidate our leadership in videogame downloads even further. We believe that GTA IV may very rapidly become the top-selling videogame on our European websites."
Latest News
- Call of Duty: Black Ops III is coming to the PS3 and Xbox 360 after all
- Tomonobu Itagaki's Devil's Third gets a release date
- Adr1ft is coming to PC and consoles at the end of the summer
- EA gives the new Mirror's Edge a name – Mirror's Edge Catalyst
- ZombiU PS4 and Xbox One port reportedly in the works
- Mike Bithell's Volume to be released this August
- Gearbox's new shooter Battleborn gets a pre-E3 trailer
- Steam Controller launches in October, Steam Machines arrive in November
- Gears Of War devs Black Tusk change their name to The Coalition ahead of E3

subset: commoncrawl


text:
View all Podcasts
NL Special
With training and help from health advocates, journalists can make a difference in the way public consumes health news.
Why does the Indian govt give safe passage to the Marlboro Man? Sifting tobacco industry fiction from public health fact.
The tobacco industry - the lies, deception & corruption which have caused death, devastation & disease.
If only Bhagwati and Sen would start talking with India instead of to India - and the difference is not a preposition.
Quattrocchi – his connections, the investigation & why everyone from NDA to Congress was complicit in protecting him.
Here's why the Indian government seems to not care about India's massive populace of malnourished children.
The only newspaper to take the government to task for failing to procure drugs for TB patients in India.
From BRICS to Modi to IPL, we do what we do best – express public indignation & insert private commas.
Why is India so surprised by the way Italy has treated it? This is but a long line of slaps on India's face.
Can you blame people for thinking the road to a cervical cancer-free existence is via a preventive vaccine?


text:
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services has completed a review of the issue-level and recovery ratings on The Scotts Miracle-Gro Co.'s senior unsecured notes. We've lowered the issue-level rating on the notes to 'BB-' and revised the recovery rating to '6' from 'BB' and '5', respectively, on lower enterprise value due to lower earnings. Our simulated scenario contemplates a default in 2017 because of a sustained spike in commodity and energy costs coupled with the loss of major customers. We believe the company would reorganize in the event of a default. The current capital structure consists of a $1.7 billion revolver due 2016, a $325 million uncommitted account receivable program (MARP), $200 million 7.25% senior notes due 2018, and $200 million...
Companies mentioned in this report are:
- The Scotts Miracle-Gro Co.
Standard and Poors RatingsXpress Credit Research provides in-depth coverage of international corporates, financial institutions, insurance companies, utilities, sovereigns and structured finance programs. RatingsXpress Credit Research lets users determine the credit rating of holdings and identify key factors underlying an issuer's creditworthiness, distinguishes the different risk exposures for new and existing deals, and provides an understanding of how their analysts interpret key regulatory, political and environmental events and their economic impact.
Research Type: Full Analysis
- The Scotts Miracle-Gro Co.


text:
When I tried Atkins 14 years ago, I lost 15 lbs in 3 days. Talk about bloated! And when doc put me on diuretic 2 weeks ago, I lost 5 lbs from Tues eve to Fri am.
of water. Was very sick with stomach flu. It's not fat, it's only fluids that came out. It's a lot of weight! Never thought water could weight that much in someone's body.
I feel better now, the bug is gone thank God. Gained back two pounds in a day just drinking herbal tea and coconut water.
Paleo since April 2013 for health reasons.
When I tried Atkins 14 years ago, I lost 15 lbs in 3 days. Talk about bloated! And when doc put me on diuretic 2 weeks ago, I lost 5 lbs from Tues eve to Fri am.
Well, I was wondering where you got to!
I spent several days discussing the magic of herbal tinctures with Kris, but you didn't get to be a part of that one since you were sick. Alas!
Glad you're feeling better.
And yeah, if you're not careful, water can really pack on the pounds! This is why diuretics of all types are not to be messed with unless you've done your research and electrolyte balance (specially when going low carb) are very important!
"The cling and a clang is the metal in my head when I walk. I hear a sort of, this tinging noise - cling clang. The cling clang. So many things happen while walking. The metal in my head clangs and clings as I walk - freaks my balance out. So the natural thought is just clogged up. Totally clogged up. So we need to unplug these dams, and make the the natural flow... It sort of freaks me out. We need to unplug the dams. You cannot stop the natural flow of thought with a cling and a clang..."
The kids had it too. It was a bad week. Had to take three days off work and do a lot of laundry.
I'm better but not back 100%. Just started eating food yesterday.
I did read that discussion.
So surprised with what happened to Grizz. I don't see why. Good thing we can reach him elsewhere.
Paleo since April 2013 for health reasons.
was away for the weekend. what happened to grizz?
As I ate the oysters with their strong taste of the sea and their faint metallic taste that the cold white wine washed away, leaving only the sea taste and the succulent texture, and as I drank their cold liquid from each shell and washed it down with the crisp taste of the wine, I lost the empty feeling and began to be happy and to make plans.
Ernest Hemingway


text:
Matcha Source Welcomes New Affiliates
Matcha Source sells premium matcha green tea powder from Japan and related accessories.
Why Matcha Tea?
Matcha is new in the United States and still difficult to find in grocery stores. However, it is gaining recognition in popular coffee shops and smoothie bars which offer green tea lattes and matcha shots. Many customers are looking to purchase matcha to make these addictive and expensive beverages at home.
Why Matcha Source?
Expect best quality teas and excellent customer service from Matcha Source.
Become A Matcha Source Affiliate Today. We Offer:
Matcha Source has teamed up with ShareASale to offer a simple affiliate signup process, so that you can begin earning commission payments from your website as soon as possible.


text:
Altova Mailing List Archives
>xml-dev Archive Home
>Recent entries
>Thread Prev - Re: [xml-dev] The vision for XPath 2.0
[Thread Next]
Re: [xml-dev] The vision for XPath 2.0
To: <xml-dev@-----.---.--->
Date: 5/11/2002 5:41:00 AM
From: "Jonathan Robie" <jonathan.robie@d...> > In practice, I think most people are thinking of XPath 2.0 as the part of > XQuery that gets used in XSLT. It would be better if XQuery were additions to XPath2 to support large documents on DBMS systems. XPath2 should not have anything in it on the assumption/expection that documents are/may be large or indexed or valid. XPath2 must *limit* itself to XML documents sent over the web: smallish, unindexed, perhaps with some validity problems that the host language will want to deal with. Even though I sometimes nag that the original XML working group and editors did not really invent anything for XML 1.0, Tim and the gang showed something far more valuable than imagination: taste. Tim Bray's "Dare to do less" should be tattooed on the retina of every committee member at W3C. Cheers Rick Jelliffe
These Archives are provided for informational purposes only and have been generated directly from the Altova mailing list archive system and are comprised of the lists set forth on www.altova.com/list/index.html. Therefore, Altova does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, reliability, completeness, usefulness, non-infringement of intellectual property rights, or quality of any content on the Altova Mailing List Archive(s), regardless of who originates that content. You expressly understand and agree that you bear all risks associated with using or relying on that content. Altova will not be liable or responsible in any way for any content posted including, but not limited to, any errors or omissions in content, or for any losses or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of or reliance on any content. This disclaimer and limitation on liability is in addition to the disclaimers and limitations contained in the Website Terms of Use and elsewhere on the site.


text:
Like It or Not, Blue Eye Shadow Is Happening This Spring
And you're going to like it.By Ashley Weatherford
And you're going to like it.By Ashley Weatherford
An interactive photo wall of Fashion Week highlights.By The Cut
Shirt dresses, pink taffeta, and, surprisingly, chain mail.By Veronica Misako Gledhill
Enjoy!By The Cut
Perilous staircase strikes Rosario Dawson, Eva Longoria.By Maureen O'Connor
This is an exceptional dress on her.By Charlotte Cowles
Daring colored eye makeup included.By Julie Ma
Every bit as healthy and magical and jealousy-inducing as you might imagine.By The Fug Girls
A red dress with leather accents.By Ally Betker
Julie Bowen, Julianne Moore, and Claire Danes were feeling zesty.By Christina Han
She was kind of awkward and (beautifully) annoyed about the whole thing.By The Fug Girls
Plus, see behind the scenes of James Franco's latest video for 7 for All Mankind.
She wore a red leather dress to The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.By Ally Betker
Wearing SPARKLES.By Charlotte Cowles
The Dior New Look silhouette returns again for pre-fall.By Diana Tsui
Plus, Terry Richardson blogged some photos he took of Beyoncé.
Also, the British Fashion Council is trying to woo L.A. folks.
Also, Monique Lhuillier is working on a home-fragrance line.
Presenting the best, worst, and most apocalyptic of Fashion Week ...By The Fug Girls
She opened Donna Karan and closed Carolina Herrera.By James Lim


text:
29 years of experience
7777 Forest Ln
Dallas, TX 75230 Phone number & directions
Patient Reviews
Patient Reviews ? Write a Review
Overall Rating:
Total Ratings
Total Reviews
Dr. Godat is great. He has been my doctor since 1999. I have no complaints. Every diagnosis and treatment plan have been accurate. I used to have lots of female issues and now I have none. Thanks to Dr. Godat.
Dr Mark Godat performed my hysterectomy and it went great! Like a breeze. The only reason I had to change doctors is because of insurance . A great doctor!
Caring staff, Dr. Godat is empathetic and truely cares about your health.
Dr. Godat is by far the best physician I've ever been to. My husband and I have tried for almost 10 years to have a baby with no success and multiple doctors... Dr. Godat performed a surgical procedure and 4 years later, with the Lords blessing too, we are expecting a bouncing baby boy!!! Aside f4om his expertise in his field, he also has a kind heart and soul. Dr. Godat is THE BEST!!!!
Dr. Godat is the best doctor I have ever known. He is very knowledgeable, caring, and goes beyond just the office. He takes the time to call and check on you, and he is very honest with you because he truly cares. He is what a doctor should be and more. His office staff is the best. They are very friendly and caring, and make you feel very at ease. You can't go wrong by making them your health care provider.
Dr. Godat has been my doctor almost 20 years. He is very kind and takes his time with each patient. He's got a great sense of humor which made me feel at ease from day one. I trust him with my life and would recommend him to anyone. I can't say enough great things about him.
makes you wait too long, allows office staff to communicate rather than doing so directly, seems concerned and compassionate as long as you are not over 45
Dr Godat is extremely knowledgeable, experienced and keeps up with the latest medical data and it comes through in his care for me. You can tell he cares because he goes beyond the regular routine OB-GYN services. He takes care of my overall health. Dr G is a very skilled surgeon. He performed surgery on me and made sure that the incision was small and precise. He is laid back and so caring which shows with all the time he spends with me at my visits. You can tell he loves what he does! When he wasn't on my insurance plan, he made it economical for me to still be able to see him and he even filed my visit with my insurance. It is all about care with him, and certainly not insurance driven. His staff is just like him. They too care about you as a patient and make you feel like part of a family. I'm lucky to have found an all around great medical doctor and staff!
after pain lasting over a year that other drs could not diagnosis and passing me off as it's all in my head. A friend of mine suggested I see her dr. (Dr. Godat). He took me serious, listened. After several visits he suggested exploratory surgery. He quickly discovered the source of pain and removed it. That's been three years now and I'm happy to say.....I'm still pain FREE!! Thank you Dr. Godat!
He diagnosed my kidney cancer at a very early stage six years ago and saved my life. He and his staff are the kindest, most caring people I have ever met. God bless them all!
I can't say enough positive things about Dr. Godat. He makes me happy to visit the doctor!
Dr. Godat has been my OBGYN for 15 years. He delivered my two children via c-section and did an amazing job! Dr. Godat has a wionderful bedside manner. He is friendly, puts me right at ease, thoughtful and caring. I went through a scary time with an abnormal pap smear and Dr. Godat called immediately to discuss the issue and what remedies to take. His office got me in immediately. The office staff is very friendly and knowledgable. Barbara, his nurse practitioner, is wonderful, as well. I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Godat and his office staff. They are simply wonderful!!!!!


text:
There are times when a chance meeting can change lives.
It's a cliche, but often a true one. It certainly was true for Agnes Nagaddya when she met Robert Miller, of Auburn, in an Internet cafe in Nile Hotel in Kampala, Uganda.
That chance meeting also changed the lives of Miller and his wife, Beverly.
"It began in 2001 when my husband was doing a volunteer assignment for USAID in Africa," Beverly Miller said.
USAID is a federal agency that sends experts to third world countries to help development. Robert Miller, a consulting engineer, was working with a small spice company that wanted to expand.
"He was staying at the Nile Hotel in Kampala, Uganda. There was an Internet cafe and the hotel clerk, a very shy young woman, would set him up on the computer when he came in to check his email," Beverly Miller said.
He was carrying a book, "Morgan's Run," by Colleen McCullough, which interested the girl.
"She said she wanted to read more and improve her English and go to college," Beverly Miller said. "He thought that was unlikely since she hadn't finished high school."
When he left to come home, he left her the book and a business card telling her, as people do, to keep in touch.
"She started writing. They were like long essays and she asked him to correct them so she could improve her English," Beverly Miller said. "That's when I got involved, since I'm an English teacher.
"I found out about her life," Beverly Miller said. "That's what she was writing about."
Nagaddya grew up in a mud hut in a poor village in Uganda. She left school when her mother died of a heart attack. Her father was very ill. She decided to go to Kampala with hopes of making a better life.
In the city, she lived in a single room with her sister, Margret.
"It is in a vast warren of single rooms with no running water or electricity," Beverly Miller said.
But she dreamed of completing her education and making a better life for herself.
When she was offered a job in Kenya, which also offered an opportunity for education, she jumped at the chance.
But it was a scam and she ended up working as a house girl without the means to get home.
Robert Miller stepped in and sent her the money to get home. She still had no job, so Miller paid for computer training. She tried a computer business and that failed.
The Millers decided to pay for her to complete high school and go on to the university.
"In three years she earned a degree in business administration and accounting," Beverly Miller said proudly.
Nagaddya is listed on the roster of January 2012 graduates of Makerere University in Kampala.
"We'd been writing to her for 10 years then," she said. "And paying for college in Uganda is no where near on a scale as it is in the U.S. It was around $800 a semester."
When the time came, the Millers packed their bags and headed for Uganda and Nagaddya's graduation ceremony.
"When she heard we were coming for her graduation she was so thrilled and excited," Beverly Miller said. "She said that she thought she was an orphan, but she wasn't an orphan any more."
Nagaddya calls them Dad Robert and Mom Bev.
"What a great parental love you have shown me. Thank you so much for sacrificing the money and time to attend your African daughter's graduation ceremony," Nagaddya wrote.
Their time in Africa was exciting and educational, Miller said.
"We did some sightseeing, but we didn't go on safari because we chose to stay in Kampala with Agnes and her brother, Fred, and sister, Margret," Beverly Miller said.
"We took her to see the source of the Nile River, about an hour and a half ride from Kampala. It was the first time she had been on a boat. And we went to the wildlife preserve on the shores of Lake Victoria."
True to form, the Millers got close to their driver while they were there.
"He became a lot like another member of the family and took us to his fishing village," Beverly Miller said. "There were families huddled in their shelter raising animals while the men were out fishing. To me it was very sad. It was the worst squalor anywhere and there is a lot of squalor in Uganda."
Here is some of what Beverly Miller said they saw:
"Driving down roads, there were a lot of tiny little stores where people were trying to earn a living selling probably used goods. The roads were very crowded with people trying to sell you something. Out of the city we saw land where coffee and tea were planted. There were women with baskets on their heads with wood for fires and babies on their back. Children were trailing after them carrying water. I worry about them a lot."
When they went to visit Nagaddya's family in the village where she was raised, they met her grandmother.
"She is all stooped over because all her life she was digging," Nagaddya said.
Family members from throughout the area came to meet them. Some of the children had never seen a white person before.
"They all said, 'You are most welcome,' and when you looked into their eyes you knew they were sincere," Beverly Miller said.
"It was a life-changing experience for both Bob and me," she said. "It was not a vacation; it was an education. We were completely immersed in the culture. I felt very honored they brought us into their home. One thing after another touched my heart. We helped educate Agnes, but we got much more of an education out of it."
By Dorothy Long
Contributing writer


text:
Comments from head coach Josh Brandwene, junior forward Jenna Welch (on the left in the video) and freshman forward Katie Zinn following the Nittany Lions' 4-0 win over Chatham Saturday night.
Saturday, January 5, 2013
1/5 Postgame: Brandwene, Welch, Zinn
1 comment:
I really like your writing style. Such a nice Post, Can't wait for the next one.ReplyDelete
Dell Laptops
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
Health Care
Health - Health Care
Health - Health Care
Pete: Trump debated and won the nomination with a difficult field of people in the run up to the election. Hillary ,well she debated Bernie. Now he was a real challenge. The people want change and Clinton does not represent change. People are tired of hearing how great things are when they really s---k Political correctness has angered many people. They are tired of telling and hearing lies so as not to hurt somebody's feeling. It will take a generation just to clean up Obama's mess


text:
Friday, 30 September, 2016
Artist incorporating geometric and mathematical structures into his works. Provides ... Category: Visual Arts\Multiple Media Artists
Sponsored Links:
Dutch folk band, playing music from a range of traditions. ... Category: Music\Styles
Dutch harpsichordist, fortepianist and composer. Biography, compositions, discography, contact information. Category: Music\Instruments
Classes, group seminars, and individual training offered in various woodworking ... Category: Crafts\Woodcraft
Sponsored Links:
Homepage of Agent 327 with a biography of Martin Lodewijk Category: Comics\Fan Pages
Experimental comics, illustration, and animation by German cartoonist Hendrik Dorgathen. ... Category: Comics\Creators


text:
MOBILE, Ala. - A motorcyclist died this evening in a wreck at the intersection of Hillcrest Road and Phaeton Drive, less than a mile south of Cottage Hill Road, Mobile police said.
The motorcyclist's name was not released this evening. Police spokeswoman Jacqueline Bridgeforth said that the Honda motorcycle and a Buick LeSabre collided shortly after 4 p.m. The driver of the LeSabre was not injured.
Bridgeforth said the accident remained under investigation and that the driver of the LeSabre had not been cited or charged.
For the complete story, see Sunday's edition of the Press-Register.


text:
Raspberry Pi
From HaskellWiki
(Difference between revisions)
(Initial page)
m (Remove incorrect line breaks)
Revision as of 21:38, 12 June 2012
This article is a stub. You can help by expanding it.
1 Introduction
Raspberry Pi is an ARM based single-board computer, developed for educational purposes, costing USD 25. For more details, see the Wikipedia article about Raspberry Pi, or the FAQ list.
2 Links
- Re: [Haskell-cafe Haskell (GHC 7) on ARM]


text:
Mobility and Mental Health is an outstanding collection of articles stemming from the Fifth Annual Conference on Community Mental Health Research held at the Social Science Institute of Washington University in 1963. The book is divided into two parts; the first part contains original research papers from a number of disciplines directed toward several aspects of mobility. The second part of the book consists of three short discussion papers and a summary statement.
The aspects of mobility covered are migration and social mobility. Migration is related to the major mental disorders, as discussed by H. B. M. Murphy in a review of pertinent data from several countries. W. E. Henry discusses social mobility from the standpoint of the social learning involved, identifying sociological criteria for successful social mobility, tying these to individual motivation and to group supported values in an interesting and thought provoking manner.
George A. DeVos presents some
Thank you for submitting a comment on this article. It will be reviewed by JAMA Psychiatry editors. You will be notified when your comment has been published. Comments should not exceed 500 words of text and 10 references.
Do not submit personal medical questions or information that could identify a specific patient, questions about a particular case, or general inquiries to an author. Only content that has not been published, posted, or submitted elsewhere should be submitted. By submitting this Comment, you and any coauthors transfer copyright to the journal if your Comment is posted.
* = Required Field
Disclosure of Any Conflicts of Interest*
Indicate all relevant conflicts of interest of each author below, including all relevant financial interests, activities, and relationships within the past 3 years including, but not limited to, employment, affiliation, grants or funding, consultancies, honoraria or payment, speakers' bureaus, stock ownership or options, expert testimony, royalties, donation of medical equipment, or patents planned, pending, or issued. If all authors have none, check "No potential conflicts or relevant financial interests" in the box below. Please also indicate any funding received in support of this work. The information will be posted with your response.
Some tools below are only available to our subscribers or users with an online account.
Download citation file:
Customize your page view by dragging & repositioning the boxes below.
More Listings atJAMACareerCenter.com >
Enter your username and email address. We'll send you a link to reset your password.
Enter your username and email address. We'll send instructions on how to reset your password to the email address we have on record.
Need assistance?
Athens and Shibboleth are access management services that provide single sign-on to protected resources. They replace the multiple user names and passwords necessary to access subscription-based content with a single user name and password that can be entered once per session. It operates independently of a user's location or IP address. If your institution uses Athens or Shibboleth authentication, please contact your site administrator to receive your user name and password.


text:
Posted on May 10, 2011 in Pro Tennis Talk
May 9, 2011
Redondo Beach, CA
These past couple weeks have been an attempt to recharge my batteries and get ready for my summer swing of tournaments. Following my return from Thailand, I competed in The Ojai Open, a classic Southern California tournament that has been a favorite of mine since I was a kid. They hold the junior divisions, the PAC-10 and a couple other college divisions, and the open division all at the same time in the tiny tennis hub of Ojai, California. Voted the best tennis city in the west, the entire 8,000 person town revolves around the tournament for the weekend, coming out to watch the matches and treating the players like royalty. I've been playing the tournament since I was 13 years old, and it continues to be a favorite of mine to this day.
In the singles draw, I lost 7-5 6-1 in the round of 16 to Slavko Radman, a tall Croatian who used to play for the University of Louisville. The big serving Radman won a couple key points at the end of the first set, began to catch fire after that, and ran away with the second set and the match. In the doubles, my partner Zeke Hindle and I won a round before losing to the team of Gary Sacks and Aaron Webster, 2-6 6-3 6-4. We came out on fire in the first set, but I felt that I personally got a little tight in the second set when victory seemed close at hand, and we let them back in. We played a close third set, but a couple of bad breaks and an incredible shot by Sacks later and we were broken to go down 4-5 in the third, only for our opponents to serve out the match in the following game. I have played doubles a couple times with Sacks recently (in the Calabasas Challenger last October and in Canada in February), so there was that added storyline as well.
Following the Ojai tournament I felt I needed a little break from the game, and took a week off. My back and knees had been giving me problems, and I wanted to give my body a chance to heal up before a brutal swing of tournaments this summer. In addition to the physical aspect, I felt my mind needed a break from the game as well. I feel like I have been letting the game affect my well-being off the court a little too much, riding way too high following wins and really letting the losses get me down. When the game gets too emotional it's hard to play relaxed and think rationally out on court. Once your emotions get in the way, it's hard to keep them in check during a match and they affect your performance far too much.
I needed some time away from the game in order to gain a little perspective, to realize that tennis is only a game, and there is more to me as a person than my wins and losses. In the coming weeks I want to allow myself to be much more relaxed on court by keeping that frame of mind on court, working hard and dedicating myself but detaching my SELF a bit more from how I play on the court.
So this week I'm back to training hard. I'm going to be spending a lot of time on my road bike, as it's something I really enjoy, is easy on my body, but at the same time is great conditioning. I'll be preparing for two Futures events in Northern California in June (Sacramento and Chico), and then the Pacific Northwest circuit that I played all last summer, which will go until the beginning of August. I'll be playing 12 tournaments in 12 weeks! It's going to be a great stretch of tournaments, but it's going to be a lot of tennis that I have to make sure my body and mind are ready for. Stay tuned as I prepare for summer.
Thanks for reading!!
You must be logged in to post a comment.


text:
Although much of my life, I have been mistaken as a 6'7", African-American, world-class athlete - that's not why I relate to him.
As much as I figured it would be so, I wasn't a highly coveted football player coming out high school, so that's not it.
Even though after a few days without sleep, I'd often recreate Rose and Holiday Bowls using leftover Boba Fett, Megatron and Man-E-Faces dolls left from my youth, I never played in one. So again, there's no relation there.
So what was it that nurtured the odd bond between #86 and myself? What in the world would link a NFL Tight End to a balding, pasty, mush-bodied, drug-abused, hacky, ex-professional like myself? Simply, the idea that both Stevens and I hold the potential within us to be great at a certain thing but our own self-destructing demons stand in the way.
Being all too aware of my own arrogance and exaggerated idea of self-importance, I know to some this may be easily viewed as a delusional reach. Even with that, I don't believe that I'm too far out in left field on this one.
While the settings, motives and tone were undoubtedly different, it's not a reach to assume that Stevens has been told many times in his life "you have so much potential, why are you squandering it?" And I'm sure that whoever said that, be it a teacher, coach, parent, advisor, boss, spouse or relative, undoubtedly put their chalupas on the line for that potential – only to be left frustrated and disappointed.
And while one rarely asks for such endorsements, when it's placed upon you, there's an inherent sense of responsibility the bearers carry upon themselves. Whether the bearer admits it or not, it's there and it's heavy.
With that unasked weight on your shoulders, one of lofty expectations, expectations that dwarf your own, the failure becomes even harder to bear. Your own self-loathing, internal critic takes note and adds to the anguish. It's one thing to let yourself down, an entirely a different thing to let others whom believe in you down. In fact, one can only stomach that internalized questioning so many times before it begins to change their personality.
Seeing the disappointed faces of those who believed in you the most, time and time again, only leaves you one choice: carry that bad boy image with you in all walks of life as a false way of saying "f*ck it, I don't care anyways".
When truth be told, the images of those left in the wake of your own self-destruction never goes away. It's always there, always pressing down mightily on your shoulders, and only further feeds the succumbing to your own demons.
And that's exactly what I've recognized in Stevens, at least so I think.
A man that's been told his whole life that he's special, different, and unlimited in his potential. But the failure to maximize what's been given him, especially in the eyes of the ones who cared the most, has allowed said demons to overtake his own personality. The demons quickly become the thing that separates him from the rest. And if true, which obviously I think it is, then he and I do have a lot in common.
That's why my reaction to Stevens' garnering of his second DUI charge last week is one of disappointment over disgust. It marked an official goodbye to the player I often saw pieces of within me.
I understood why heading into the NFL draft, Seattle was the one team he didn't want to play for. That meant he'd have the reminders of his high school and collegiate indiscretions forever within presence. Sometimes, you need a fresh start.
I imagined the embarrassment-laden thoughts of facing Mike Holmgren and his teammates after his first DUI charge in 2003. I know all to well what its like to face such music. The legal system pales in comparison to the judgment of those around you, who had assumed such mistakes were a thing of the past.
I remember the high I felt the week leading up to SBXL, when Stevens became the lightning rod for the Pittsburgh Steelers and more specifically, Joey Porter. As soon as I heard that, I had no doubt in my mind #86 would finally arrive and show the nation the potential he's always held within. I couldn't help put an additional emotional stake into that belief, given the context of my life at that time.
I can only partially imagine the guilt Stevens' carried after that SBXL "defeat", as he himself held much of the responsibility. The man, who had rightly or wrongly become the storyline of the pre-Super Bowl media blitz, soon became the buffoon.
I don't recall the exact number of drops Stevens had that Sunday, but there were a lot. He was dropping passes that could've easily made him the MVP of that game. But, more importantly, in someway that would've have finally signaled that Stevens had arrived and was no longer going to fall victim to his self-destructive ways. And in an even odder way, would've given me some strength and reassurance that I would eventually outgrow my own internal pitfalls.
When the final gun sounded that Super Bowl Sunday, I think it sounded on Stevens' career in Seattle as well. I just couldn't imagine how he felt the weeks after that loss, knowing he was mostly responsible. It's painful to envision the half-cocked reassurances he may have received from some bitter teammates.
With that, it's no surprise that in 2006 Stevens' production, health and image all took a giant leap backwards. Like I said, letting yourself down is one thing. Letting the others around you down, is entirely different.
I'm not sure how this article will be viewed. I'm sure some will label my assumptions and leaps a symptom of years of narcotic and substance abuse. Others may point to Stevens' actions as one of just stupidity and laziness, over anything else. And some just won't know what to think.
But, in the end it doesn't really matter whether the abovementioned rambling is accurate or not. All that matters is that it's accurate to me.
So with that I sadly bid farewell to Jerramy Stevens and what he meant to me personally.
I hope for both your and my sake Jerramy, you find that success.
Ryan Davis is a frequent contributor to Seahawks.NET. If he's not out back catching balls from the JUGS machine, he'll happily respond to the e-mails you send here.


text:
San Antonio Wedding Invitations, itineraries and invitation designers are easy to find with our San Antonio, TX Wedding Invites directory. We feature special fonts, printing deals and cards all from the San Antonio area. Find discount calligraphy, unique invitations and Wedding Invitation Cards. Check out our custom invites vendors and quality brochures, Wedding Shower Invitations and deals on do-it-yourself designs. Recreate your San Antonio Texas wedding with samples, embossed invitations and templates.
© 2009 Weddings Of Today
Terms of Use | Site Index | Advertising | Resources | Local Vendors


text:
Ritz Theatre selling subscription packages
Subscription sales are under way for the upcoming season at The Ritz Theatre.
Flex package subscriptions went on sale Monday. Flex patrons can choose three or more shows from the 2012-13 season and buy those tickets at a 20 percent discount. Subscribers have the opportunity to buy before tickets go on sale to the general public Aug. 6.
Article Photos
Mood setters
The Friends of Meadowbrook are inviting all to a "rockin' electric blues" concert by Rude Mood 8-11 p.m. Saturday. The Fremont band will be playing in the Evergreen Shelter at Meadowbrook Park in Bascom. Coolers are welcome for the BYOB event; attendees should bring their own seating. Donations are to be collected to help renovate the park. For more information on Rude Mood, check out www.reverb
Being a subscriber also has other benefits, such as having the same seats for each event, priority renewal for next season, presale tickets for added events and free ticket exchanges.
A variety of subscriptions are available: Everything Subscription A Section $536, B Section $444; Mainstage Subscription A Section $435, B Section $337; Sampler Subscription A Section $282, B Section $219; Ritz Players Subscription $47; and Read It See It Film Subscription $24.
For additional information, pick up a brochure at 30 S. Washington St., visit www.ritztheatre.org or call (419) 448-8544, ext. 4.
Event to feature cars, coffee
Bailiwicks Coffee Co. in downtown Tiffin is offering Cars and Coffee 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sunday. Collectible cars are to be on display.
To learn more, call Bailiwicks at (419) 447-9425 or Chuck Putsch at (419) 618-3855.
OSU football tickets part of raffle from Pantry Plus
FOSTORIA - Pantry Plus Food Bank in Fostoria is conducting an Ohio State football ticket and basket raffle 8:30 p.m. Aug. 22 at Tiffin Mall's bingo hall.
Raffle tickets may be purchased by sending check or money order to Pantry Plus of Seneca County, 115 S. Main St., Fostoria, OH 44830, by emailing jsherer
@pantry-plus.org or by leaving a message at (419) 619-0183.
Four winners are to receive two tickets each to one of four Ohio State home football games. A large basket full of Ohio State goodies also is to be given away.
Raffle tickets are $1, seven for $5, 15 for $10, 75 for $50 or 150 for $100.
Antique machinery shown
FINDLAY - Vintage farm equipment, demonstrations, tractor pulls, a flea market, games, food and entertainment are to be featured at the Antique Machinery Show 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today through Sunday at the Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St., Findlay.
Hundreds of gas engines and tractors of all sizes are to be on display. Parking is free.
More details are available at www.nwoantiquemachinery.com.
'Titanic' has 3 more shows
UPPER SANDUSKY - The Star Players are to present "Titanic, The Musical" at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at 121 W. Wyandot Ave., Upper Sandusky.
Patrons can enjoy an historical display prior to the performances. General admission tickets are $10.
For reservations, call (419) 294-1411.
Music studio students to present summer recital
FREMONT Students of Gabel Music Studio are to give a summer recital at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the recital hall at Terra State Community College.
The evening is to begin with a processional led by Theresa Reyes.
Sing-A-Majigs from Lakota High School are to sing the National Anthem. The group includes piano students Gates McGough, Carlee Conrad, Caris Conrad and Kyleigh Harris.
Following a welcome by Mary Gabel, there is to be a flag presentation to families of veterans during a performance of "America the Beautiful" with accompanist Cindy McGough.
The recital is to continue with a variety of musical selections from Gabel's students, including a special polyphonic duet rendition of "Pachelbel's Canon" played by Anna Brubaker and Ann Gutschalk.
An added feature to this year's recital is a performance by guest artist and jazz pianist Michael Shirtz.
The recital is free.
For more information, call (419) 559-2233.
Balloon festival returning
FINDLAY - The 2012 Flag City BalloonFest is set for Aug. 10-12 at Emory Adams Park, Findlay.
The event opens at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 10 with a balloon flight and illumination. A classic car show, games, activities and food are on the schedule for Aug. 11, with the balloons lifting off for home Sunday morning.
For more details, visit www.flagcityballoonfest.com.
'Cookie Classic' to help Fremont-based charity
CLYDE - Heartbeat of Fremont is to host its inaugural Cookie Classic Bike Ride and Classic Car Show beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 11 in downtown Clyde.
Bikers can choose from two separate bike rides along the North Coast Bike Trail, enjoying locally made cookies along the way.
All attendees are invited to enjoy the classic car show and other events, including music by Classic Trendz, taking place downtown starting at 10 a.m.
Registrations for bike ride participants and classic car owners are being accepted. Contact Heartbeat of Fremont at (419) 334-9079 or email Crystal Hill at email@example.com to obtain an entry.
Youth theater festival arrives Saturday at The Ritz
For the second consecutive year, in conjunction with the Ohio Community Theatre Association, The Ritz Theatre is to present OCTAFest Junior 2012, a theater festival for youth groups from community theater companies statewide.
Saturday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., seven theaters are to present 45-minute excerpts of shows presented in their season.
Theater groups are to be arriving from Wadsworth, North Ridgeville, North Royalton, Wooster, Mansfield, Newark and Maumee.
Excerpts are to include presentations from "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," "Ragtime," "Seussical The Musical Jr.," "Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr." and "Guys and Dolls Jr."
Individuals wishing to watch any or all of the performances can pay $10 at the door.
For additional information, call Dianne Pytel at (419) 448-8544, ext. 28.
Send entertainment news to
MaryAnn Kromer by email at email@example.com.


text:
Notable Features
- Choice of V-6 engines
- Rear- or all-wheel drive
- Coupe, sedan or wagon body styles
- High-performance supercharged V-8 in V-Series
- Newly standard Bluetooth cellphone connectivity
- Available Engines:
- 556-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 (premium)
- Transmissions:
- 6-speed manual w/OD
- 6-speed automatic w/OD
Expert Snapshot
What We Like
- Unique exterior styling
- Interior materials quality
- 3.6-liter V-6 power
- Responsive automatic transmission
- Crash-test ratings
- Runs on regular gas (except V-Series)
What We Don't Like
- Optional suspension's ride quality
- Limited steering feedback
- Backrest contour of Recaro bucket seats
- Sedan's backseat room
- Driver's-side B-pillar restricts visibility
3 Styles: View, Compare & Price
Standard Engine
See specs for optional engines
Base 2dr Coupe
See Specs
556-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 (premium)
Base 4dr Sedan
See Specs
556-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 (premium)
Base 4dr Sport Wagon
See Specs
556-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 (premium)
People Who Viewed this Car Also Viewed
Select up to three models to compare with the 2012 Cadillac CTS-V.
Asking Price Range
Asking Price Range
Asking Price Range
Starting MSRP
Starting MSRP
Starting MSRP
Featured Services for this Cadillac CTS-V
- Sell your current car quickly and easily on Cars.com.
- Not sure what auto repair should cost you? Use our price estimator.
- Get help with car repair now on Cars.com. Visit Repair & Care


text:
Stakeholder Banks
Photo credit: alexkess
March 28, 2013 // Written by:
We surveyed data from 65 countries to identify successful alternatives to commercial banks, which we define as banks that have the main objective of maximising shareholder value. Four distinct forms were identified: cooperative banks, credit unions, community development finance institutions (CDFIs), and public interest savings banks. Their common characteristic is the goal of creating value for stakeholders, not just shareholders. Several trends emerge across all four types of bank:
- Greater focus on the needs of customers, including more competitive products, better service, and longer term lending.
- Explicit aim to provide for customers who are underserved by commercial banks.
- Positive impact on local economic development through lending to small and medium businesses, preventing capital drain from regions, and maintaining branch networks.
- Positive impact on financial stability through less volatile returns, higher levels of capital, prudent balance sheets, and expansion of credit provision after the financial crash.
Criticisms that stakeholder banks are inefficient and distort competition are found to be unconvincing. However, lack of access to capital is a constraint on growth, and there are lessons to be learned from those institutions that failed during the financial crisis.
We conclude that certain factors are critical to the success of stakeholder banks:
- Maintaining independence of locally focussed and controlled institutions, while collaborating in networks to gain economies of scale, expertise and pooled liquidity and risk through central institutions and infrastructure.
- Favourable regulation that recognises the distinct nature of stakeholder banks, and does not force them to become more like commercial banks.
We recommend that banking policy explicitly acknowledges the benefits of banking diversity – including to global financial stability – and seeks to nurture a vibrant stakeholder banking sector.
nef publications are licensed under a Creative Commons license. You are free to quote, copy and share this publication, as long as you attribute it to nef and do not use it for commerical purposes. Please contact us if you are interested in translating a nef publication.
More Publications
Publication // June 2, 2015
Financial System Resilience Index
Building a strong financial system through structural reformMore
Publication // February 25, 2015
Reforming RBS: local banking for the public good
A unique opportunity to rebuild trust in banking and boost the economyMore


text:
Saturday afternoon's practice at LP Field, billed as a "simulated game," was one of the most boring things I've ever seen in Titans training camp. Only a few of the practices which were devoted exclusively to special teams work, such as kickoffs/kick returns or field goal attempts, were less thrilling.
Not much to report from Saturday afternoon, and no practice again until Monday afternoon, so I'll use this time for a recap of the first week of camp with a few observations and questions.
Free agents weren't able to practice until after the new CBA was ratified by the players on Thursday. Matt Hasselbeck, Shaun Smith, Daniel Graham, Barrett Ruud, Frank Walker and Jordan Babineaux were latecomers but fit in quickly. Leroy Harris, Ahmard Hall, Jacob Ford and Dave Ball all re-signed but were likewise unable to practice until Thursday night.
Quarterbacks – Jake Locker began camp as the #1 but gave way to Hasselbeck. Locker was erratic the first few days but has improved somewhat since then. They've been getting the bulk of the reps the last few days at the expense of Brett Ratliff and Rusty Smith. Camp battle: Smith v Ratliff for a possible #3 QB spot.
Running backs – Javon Ringer is the #1 for now but Stafon Johnson and Jamie Harper have also been getting plenty of reps. Harper has flashed some running ability though he doesn't appear to be as big as advertised. Johnson's best chance of making the roster is if Chris Johnson continues to hold out.
Fullbacks – Joe Tronzo and Patrick Hill were the FBs during Hall's absence in the first several days of camp. They're both squat, muscular types who I'd like to watch more when I devote some more time to watching the backs. I haven't seen either of them getting much work and don't know if that means the fullback won't play a big role this year.
Receivers – Nate Washington, Justin Gage, Marc Mariani and Lavelle Hawkins have all had some good days so far. Gage will need to keep it up or he may become a victim of his $3.5 million salary. Kenny Britt has not yet practiced, due to concerns over his hamstring. Damian Williams has also been held out of a few practices. Veteran Yamon Figurs and UDFA rookie James Kirkendoll have shown flashes but are on the outside looking in.
Tight ends – A month ago, Drexel asked if now was the time for Jared Cook. Based on his performance in the first week of camp, the answer is a resounding "Yes!" Hasselbeck seems to be building some chemistry and is bonding with Cook, who he's targeted often and spoken with frequently on the field. Cook has made quite a few catches 20 yards or so downfield. Daniel Graham looks like a good pickup as another inline blocking TE.
Offensive line – Saturday's "simulated game" was the best performance by the line as a whole so far. The starting five from last year have not yet practiced together though, as Harris missed the first practices and Michael Roos has missed the last three or four.
Bruce Matthews, Stewart, Scott, Velasco, Amano, Harris, Roos
Defensive tackles – I've been impressed by the new d-line. It's easy to see how much bigger they are compared to last year and they're obviously stouter against the run. The three rookie DTs have been a force, as has newly acquired Shaun Smith. Sen'Derrick Marks has not yet practiced but he'll have one of three DT spots, along with Smith and Jurrell Casey. Camp battle: Zach Clayton and Karl Klug will battle for the fourth spot. Jovan Haye is probably toast.
Zach Clayton digs out.
Defensive ends – Derrick Morgan hasn't had a lot of reps yet. Looks like he's gradually being eased back into things. Jason Jones and William Hayes have been switching back and forth between LDE and RDE. Ball and Ford didn't begin practicing until Thursday.
Linebackers – Second-round draft pick Akeem Ayers has taken over as the Sam and veteran FA Barrett Ruud as the Mike. Camp battle: Will Witherspoon v Gerald McRath for the starting Will position. Colin McCarthy ought to have a roster spot as Ruud's backup. I don't think Rennie Curran survives the final cut.
Mike Reinfeldt (background) watches Verner, Witherspoon, McRath and Ayers.
Cornerbacks – Cortland Finnegan is a holdout, says Jason Cole. Earlier in the week, Finnegan was blitzing a lot from the slot when the Titans were in nickel and I had wondered if that would be something we'd see more of during the season. For the time being, at least, we won't see the expected battle between Alterraun Verner and Jason McCourty for the spot opposite Finny. Newbie Frank Walker has probably clinched a roster spot as the next man. Seventh-round draft pick Tommie Campbell has a chance to claim one too, now that Ryan Mouton is on IR.
Safeties – Chris Hope stuck around long enough to earn his $500k roster bonus and will probably still be the starter this season. Jordan Babineaux provides much needed depth. Michael Griffin and Vince Fuller are comfortably in place. Nick Schommer, Robert Johnson and Myron Rolle will have a tough row to hoe. Question: will Jerry Gray employ a strong/free tandem, a right/left, or a combination?
Coaching – This camp is quite different than previous Titans camps. Mike Munchak has set a palpable new mood and tone. Practices (at least before today's snoozefest) are more upbeat and have more tempo. Some of the new assistants, particularly Tracy Rocker and Dave Ragone, are energetic and have creative drills.


text: Hailing from Stockholm, Sweden, Uniforms for the Dedicated is a label that pays as much attention to sustainability as it does to creating stylish, durable designs. For Spring/Summer 2014, the brand was inspired by abstract art and paint splatters, themes that translated into bold prints and patterns over a range of classic designs. This season's shirts, in particular, are noteworthy for their Scandinavian style, slim cuts and all-over prints — including exclusive work by surrealist painter, Antonio Lourenco. In keeping with the brand's dedication to high-quality, sustainable fabrics, each piece is constructed from soft Panama cotton, and is available now from the HYPEBEAST Store.


text:
Most Recent Articles by Marc Fanelli
How to reduce direct channel cannibalization when opening retail storesDec 27, 2007
In a world where two channels - direct sales and retail locations - need to coexist, how do you make the tough decisions about how to grow your retail concept?
Company of the Week
SK&A is a leading provider of U.S. healthcare information solutions and databases. As part of IMS Health, SK&A researches and maintains contact and profiling data for over 2 million healthcare providers, including 800,000+ prescribers. SK&A's data supports research and marketing initiatives for life sciences, medical device, managed healthcare, direct marketing, publishing, education and more. SK&A's proprietary databases are telephone-verified twice per year from its world class Research Centers. SK&A enables multi-channel marketing and sets the standard for data quality and reliability. SK&A's customers include many of America's most recognized healthcare, publishing and pharmaceutical institutions.


text:
Citizens for Safe Technology
Empowering the public to protect children
and nature from unsafe wireless technologies.
Technical Information
Helpful keys, charts and guides
Looking for a specific topic or a past article? Search for it below:
How To Remediate WiFi Radiation - Computer
WiFi Radiation - Dangers of WiFi - See It Measured (originally posted April, 2015)
This excellent video provides a simple, yet profound lesson on how to turn off WiFi effectively, and what steps must be taken to assure that you will not be "wi-fried".
The radio frequency radiation being transmitted from your wireless router or modem is extremely toxic and detrimental to your health. Notice how high the measurements are on the RF meter! Most of us are living and working in this type of RF radiation exposure every single day and night. The fix, or remediation is simple. Plug your modem or router into your computer using an Ethernet connection (hardwire), and "disable" the wireless function on your modem or router. This is very important for the health and safety of all those in your home or office. If you need to use the wireless function, then turn it on for a short time, do your task or watch your movie, then disable it once again. Never leave your wireless internet on all night as it will cause sleep disturbances which lead to even worse health issues. The fix is simple! Ethernet cord and disable the wireless function.
The International EMF Dosimetry Project Handbook
Initiated at a NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Radio Frequency Radiation Dosimetry in Slovenia in 1998
The mission of the project is to promote and develop high quality EMF dosimetry for the assessment of human exposure and for in vitro and in vivo experimental systems. The intention is to create an internationally accepted Dosimetry Handbook which will be a living and substantially on-line document with integrated software tools and guides for dosimetry measurements and calculations.
The primary benefactor of this project would be the public health,via assurance of the quality and transportability of human and experimental data; the ability to acquire robust scientific information is dependent upon accurate and precise dosimetry.
The previous versions of the handbook, dealing mainly with CW signals, have provided the dosimetric bases of human and experimental RF studies as well as current exposure guidelines. The use of telecommunications technologies, particularly those incorporating pulse-modulated (and in the future ultrawideband) signals, has become more common since the last version of the handbook was published (in 1986).
Instrument information and manual with technical specifications and EXAMPLE SOUND FILES
The Acoustimeter and Acousticom2 are made by Alasdair Philips of Powerwatch. This is their UK website: http://www.emfields-solutions.com/detectors/acousticom-2.asp
Another source for meters and other information in Canada is EMF Solutions.
The Acoustimeters are good basic meters that measure RF in the environment. They are not as accurate as more sophisticated meters used by reputable evaluation professionals.
The Acoustimeter is a versatile microwave detector. It presents RF measurements as an audio signal, with LEDs and accurate readings on an LCD screen. It also measures both the peak and average readings at the same time. It covers the spectrum from TETRA all the way up to and beyond the 5.6 GHz WiFi and WiMax frequencies, and is sensitive down to 0.02 V/m, making it a suitable instrument for those with severe electrosensitivity.
Acousticom 2
The Acousticom 2 is the newest microwave detector. It presents RF measurements as an audio signal, with LEDs and an alarm at high levels of RF (you can also switch the sound off if you prefer to be less obvious when taking readings). With simple controls, easy to read results, but still using the same advanced microwave detector as our Acoustimeter, this instrument is perfect for those on a budget. It is smaller and lighter than the Acoustimeter, and comes in its own carry pouch.
SAR Values (Specific Absorption Rate)
Alcatel, Apple, Blackberry, HTC, LG, Motorola, Nokia, Panasonic, Philips, Sagem, Samsung, Siemens, Sony, Sony Ericsson
"SAR (specific absorption rate) is a measurement of how much electromagnetic radiation is absorbed by body tissue whilst using a mobile phone. The higher the SAR the more radiation is absorbed.
"In Europe, the European Union Council has adopted the recommendations made by the International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP Guidelines 1998). These recommendations set a SAR limit of 2.0 W/kg in 10g of tissue. The UK Government has endorsed this limit (following a report by the Independent Expert Group on Mobile Phones) and the five mobile phone network operators have agreed to voluntarily adopt the ICNIRP guidelines for public exposure. All mobile phones on sale in the UK comply with this limit.
"In the United States, the Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association (CTIA) requires all cell phones to comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) SAR limit of 1.6 W/kg in 1g of tissue.
Wireless Exposure Simplified and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Test
A reminder for those of you with analogs.
In lieu of a meter reader, call your own analog readings in to BC Hydro. The wait time will vary, but you will speak to a customer rep who will take the the information.
For FortisBC customers, the Fortis contact information on our websites and, when the time comes, we will remind you again.
Read your Analog Meter (Instructions & Website Links) here:
BC Hydro- email@example.com
https://www.bchydro.com/toolbar/contact.html (Subject: Billing)
FortisBC - https://secure.fortisbc.com/custInfo/Login/listForm.do?listForm=10
Beacon Signals - I've Done the Math
Wi-Fi Router Facts and Figures
" . . . Ten pulses per second equals:
The Different Measurement Units That Are Used To Measure EMFs
How to understand them.
"When I first started researching electromagnetic fields one of the biggest problems I had was getting my head around all the jargon; trying to understand what all the different measurement units that are used to quantify EMFs meant.
"Most people have vaguely heard of terms like Volts, Watts, Gauss and Hertz but then between having heard of a term and having even a vague understanding of its meaning, there is often a big gulf. Here I hope to answer at least some of your questions . . .
Wi-Fi Radiation - See It Measured - How To Remediate
EMF Safety Zone Video
Published on Dec 6, 2012
This video provides a simple, yet profound lesson. The radio frequency radiation being transmitted from your wireless router or modem is extremely toxic and detrimental to your health. Notice how high the measurements are on the RF meter! Most of us are living and working in this type of RF radiation exposure every single day and night.
The fix, or remediation is simple. Plug your modem or router into your computer using an Ethernet connection (hardwire), and "disable" the wireless function on your modem or router. This is very important for the health and safety of all those in your home or office. If you need to use the wireless function, then turn it on for a short time, do your task or watch your movie, then disable it once again. Never leave your wireless internet on all night as it will cause sleep disturbances which lead to even worse health issues.
The fix is simple! Ethernet cord and disable the wireless function.
Smart Grid Communications: Frequencies and Emissions
FHT/FFT Frequency and Cross Spectrum dB Power Levels of Broadband over Power Lines Emissions
"This document is intended as an addition and to complement an earlier document titled: Smart Grid:
An Explanation For The Layman or How Smart Grid Will Affect Your Life [1].
"It examines and attempts to explain the communications transfer methodology that is being utilized to achieve Broadband over Power Lines (BPL), the backbone communications structure enabling the implementation of Smart Grid.
"This communications structure is highly technically complex and complicated. As such only a very shallow "skim across the surface" explanation is given. There are very few references to the BPL communications methods, vendors have patented and made it proprietary information. However, wherever possible references are given to multiple sources for the purpose of confirmation and cross referencing . . .
"The final section is a University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign study showing that frequencies based on 11.719Hz affect the brain. The study is called Anger Style, Psychopathology, and Regional Brain Activity
"The included tables: FFT Frequency and Cross Spectrum dB Power Levels of Broadband over Power Lines Emissions show the frequencies of BPL emissions at 10 bits, 2048 pulse "dots". These are arranged into a signal using algorithms based on Fast Hartley Transform (a form of Fast Fourier Transforms) Large Size Constellation Matrix proprietary BPL vendor software. The values are listed as frequency against power line emission dB levels . . .
Smart Meters / Emission Levels
Katarina Gustavs / Rainbow Consulting
" . . . Below is my full-length response to a letter by Gary Murphy, B.C. Hydro Chief Project Officer of the Smart Meter Program, in the Sooke News Mirror."
"In reply to B.C. Hydro's reassuring statements from 19 September 2012, I would like to share some not so assuring observations from the field. As an EMF consultant, I take measurements of radio-frequency exposure levels in homes. If a wireless smart meter is attached to the exterior of a bedroom wall behind which someone tries to sleep, peak RF exposure levels across the bed may range anywhere from 0.01 to 0.15 uW/cm2. Yes, this peak level is even lower than the average level of 2 uW/cm2 given for a distance of 20 cm right in front of a smart meter.
"So what is the problem? At such close range to a wireless smart meter, all of a sudden, some people cannot sleep, some people develop constant headaches, and others feel dizzy. How can that be when the wireless smart meters comply with the threshold limit of 600 uW/cm2 outlined in Health Canada's Safety Code 6? They even comply with the Swiss threshold limit of 4.2 uW/cm2 issued for cell towers, though they are not the "strictest precautionary limits." To my knowledge, the strictest limits issued by a government agency are the Ukrainian guidelines with 2.4 uW/cm2. All of these official guidelines protect from acute effects such as shocks and burns, as well as elevated tissue temperatures. However, they do not protect from chronic effects of long-term low-level exposures . . .
Emission Levels of Itron OpenWay Smart Meter
One time donation: Click the donate button below and follow the instructions on the screen.
Monthly donation: If you wish to contribute every month, please select the amount from the Donation Options list below and click Subscribe. Your contribution will be sent for you every month for the amount you selected.
Citizens for Safe Technology (CST) is funded and supported solely by those who wish to help us. Thank-you for learning, sharing and helping if you can.
Meetings and events on the issue of wireless technologies in homes and communities throughout North America.
Click the button above to sign our online petition to return to hardwired computers in schools.
Click the button above to sign our online petition against Smart Meters in British Columbia.
Download and print this petition form -- Refuse Smart Meter Installation.
Send completed petitions 15 signatures per page to:
Una St. Clair
e-mail: email@example.com
Download Brochure
Citizens For Safe Technology
"Wi-Fi: Is It Safe?"
About CST
Citizens for Safe Technology is a not-for-profit educational society made up of parents, grandparents, teachers, business professionals, scientists, politicians and lawyers concerned about the exponential increase in public exposure to harmful wireless technologies.
We believe a profound urgency exists to protect the unsuspecting public, especially children, youth and pregnant mothers from unsafe wireless technologies.
The content of the Citizens for Safe Technology website is provided for information purposes only. Information is subject to change without prior notice. Every effort has been taken to ensure that the information on this website is accurate, but no guarantees can be made.
Neither Citizens for Safe Technology nor its authors are liable for damages resulting from the use of information obtained from this site. The authors are not responsible for any contents linked or referred to from this website or any damages resulting from information on those sites.
The responsibility for the interpretation and use of the information on this site lies with the reader.


text:
Other projects made by Kristin Creates:
Offer some kudos...
Join the conversation...
Ask a question...
Add your comment...
|Here are some details about my project:
|Romantic, Retro / Vintage, Classic, Traditional
What are you most proud of? My stripes! It was my first time working with stripes and it was so difficult to match them, especially as I was lining the entire thing. It would have been much easier to baste the pieces together, but I wasn't about to take extra (time saving) steps.
What advice would you give someone starting this project? If you've worked with elastic and knits before, you'll be fine. Otherwise, practice! Also, a serger is a must. I used a regular zig zag for some of the seams and you can tell - it does not look as professional as the rest of the suit does. You can read more about my process here: http://sewclassic.blogspot.com/2013/08/sewing-skivvies-ginger-swimsuit.html
So vintage and so beautiful. Congratulation
This is just so nice, it really looks good on you Very classy I love it well done


text:
Aston Villa take on Leyton Orient in the Capital One Cup and we will providing live coverage and analysis of the match as it happens.
Gregg Evans will be sharing his thoughts on the game from the press box.
Coverage starts below at 7.30pm, with kick-off at 7.45pm.
Dejected Lambert and Kean walk down the tunnel with their heads down. The players soon follow. Boos echo around Villa Park. A very disappointing night. Orient fans, meanwhile, are in full voice.
Full-time: Villa 0-1 Orient (Vincelot, 87)
One minute left for Villa to salvage something. It looks like it's too late.
Bacuna smashes a long ball up towards Bent but it sails out of play. Weimann goes crazy at his team-mate for failing to spot his run down the right.
Whatever happens tonight Grealish has ben superb. He tries to get a shot away but it's blocked. Orient clear.
Four minutes of added time
Orient just broke up field after relentless pressure from Villa. Pritchard crossed to the back post and Vincent headed in. A real smash and grab.
Out of nowhere substitute Vincelot (who has just come on) heads in at the back post to break the deadlock on 87 minutes.
0-1 Orient
86 - Baker out-jumps everyone in the box to meet Westwood's corner but again he heads over. He'll be frustrated because he's had three headers from corners now that have all missed the target.
82 - Senderos playing a stunning through-ball from defence to split the Orient backline open and set up Bent with a one-on-one effort. The ex-England man blazes wide. He must score those and his reaction shows how frustrated he is.
Hutton has been superb again tonight. He has attacked all game with pace and power and has created plenty of openings. Villa just need someone to get on the end of something now. Eight minutes to go.
Westwood takes it but he can't get it over the wall. Disappointing.
76 - Pritchard fouls Grealish on the edge of the area in a central position. This is a superb chance for Villa. Bacuna or Westwood to take the free-kick.
Attendance tonight : 17,918. Not a great turnout but those who are here are desperate to progress. Those of you at home, no doubt, are too!
70 - Villa fly up the other end and Hutton cuts inside and passes to Grealish on the edge of the box. His first-time shot leaves Woods stunned and static but it dribbles just wide of the post.
From the resulting corner Omozusi stabs the ball home but it's ruled out for offside.
67 - Great save from Given to keep the scores even. Cox floats in a corner and Mathieu Baudry thunders a header towards goal. The veteran stopper tips it onto the bar and Villa put it out for a corner.
Orient change: Mooney off for Dagnall
From Westwood's corner, Baker rises high again but heads over. He needs to hit the target when he gets opportunities like that.


text:
Melrose dove release, exotic birds and dove decorations are easy to find with our Melrose, MA wedding doves directory. We feature dove centerpieces, pet performers and custom ceremonies all from the Melrose area. Find discount release themes, dove wedding cakes and white dove release. Check out our butterflies vendors and quality white birds release, doves for weddings and deals on dove boxes. Recreate your Melrose Massachusetts wedding with pigeons, mass releases and monarchs.
© 2009 Weddings Of Today
Terms of Use | Site Index | Advertising | Resources | Local Vendors


text:
Finding rentals with a family is terrible on this island.
This island needs to be more family- and pet-friendly when it comes to rentals. There are fair housing laws, and you can't discriminate against families.
Some landlords/owners won't say anything or mention in their ads about their wants, but watch and see the excuses when you go looking. Most of the time you get turned down with a family.
Maui County should pass a law against pet discrimination, too.
Now, try finding rentals on Maui with a family and pets. It's next to impossible.
I get the feeling that no one in the government on this island has rented in the recent past with a family and pets. Because if they had, I'm sure things would be a heck of a lot different.
Jay Lins