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When I received these shoes the bottom of the shoe was coming off. The suede looks kind of wore on one of the shoes. I expected higher quality for adidas. I like the style though and I had to order two sizes down. ... read more
Great shoes. Love the design and appearance! Only comment I have would be a recommendation to get at least a half size smaller because the shoes do run a little larger. i'm a size 8 and purchased a size 7 1/2. ... read more
I love this shoe as it goes with so many looks from jeans and crop top, T-shirt dress, and joggers and hoodie. These shoes are timeless! My mom had a pair in the 90s and they used to call them Shell Tops lol :) ... read more
I love my new Superstars! They look good with leggings, jeans or a cute dress or shorts! They are very comfortable but they fit a little big and I ordered a full size down. They fit well enough for me not to return them but thought I'd let u guys know. They are so chic and everyone compliments me on them. For the price, the Superstars are a no-brainer! ... read more
I agree with some of the other reviews regarding this shoe running very large. I wear an 8.5 and ordered an 8, and it was extremely big. I re-ordered the shoe in a 7 and 6.5, so hopefully one of those sizes work out. The quality of this shoe seems great. It seems to run wide, but I'm good with that since I have wider feet. ... read more
I´m very happy with my purchase!! It´s the first time I buy sneakers online (without trying them on) so I was debating to buy them or not, specially after reading the reviews about how they come in large so I compared my other adidas sneakers and figured it out, they fit perfectly! I walked in them for hours the first day of use (without socks) and they were super comfortable. ... read more
These are the best shoes I've ever bought. Most say that they run large, but I ordered my size online (not ordering a half size down) and the shoes fit me perfect!!!! They are flawless, and I will definitely be buying more superstar shoes! ... read more
I still have my old pair of these sandals, my 3rd pair actually since the 90's, and a brand new pair thats very different that I'm trying to get used to. The old version is softer, has more support and has white cotton material underneath the strap. The old version is far superior, I keep trying to transition to my new pair but keep going back to my old ratty pair. Once my old pair bites the dust I will be shopping for a new sandal as this new version Adidas has put out has zero merit except for the classic look and that's not enough to overcome the lack of comfort this new version has. This is someone else's review. I feel the same. Pl bring back..the old quality. Feet hurt with this new kind. ... read more
These classic Adidas are the best sneakers ever! They run big so based on the other reviews, I ordered a whole size smaller and they're perfect (wear a 9 but ordered an 8). I have gotten nothing but compliments on them since my first wear. They're way more comfortable than I expected. The great part is that you can dress them up or down. A fabulous new addition to my wardrobe! ... read more
I didn't get what the big deal was until I received mine. I really love these shoes. They are classic and can be worn with so many different things. They are also really comfortable. I actually bought the unisex big kids' version of this shoe (at the suggestion of an employee since they were out in my store) and saved a little cash! They run about a half size big, so order accordingly. Now if I can only keep them clean! ... read more
I like those shoes, they are beautiful and seems very comfortable, but I returned them. I saw the shoes on pictures and liked them a lot. But when I tried, I realized it was not my style. My style is more classic and I have some sneakers but they are a little more dressy. ... read more
Great product bought them for my niece she has worn them everyday to school .I got them personalized which is a great option.You will not be disappointed great shoe and great quality. Easy to order and received product supper fast. A++++++ ... read more
This is a darn cute shoes. That's why I'm keeping. However, the sizing is insane. I usually wear an Adidas running shoes 6.5. For this, I ordered size 5 and it's still roomy so that I must race up tight to have the shoes stay on my feet. Compared to Mi Superstar, which I also have, if you don't have pronounced heels, you will need to tighten up the shoe races or the shoes will now hug your heels. It is a comfortable shoes. Wish they came in more colors. ... read more
I liked it. But has a fabric issue!. The holes near the black stripes are five. And one shoe (the left one) has The the hole too high, it can barely see it. Sorry about my english. Im so dissapointed!. I will send the picture. ... read more
I read all the reviews and everyone said they run large so I ordered a half size down 8 1\2. My normal size is 9 woman's. They came super fast box wasn't damaged. The shoe was still WAY WAY to big. It was like a mans size. I could fit my hand in the shoe with my foot in there. Anyway I sent them back and am waiting for a refund. I'll just buy them at the mall so I can try them on. ... read more
I've had these shoes for two weeks and I've been complimented on them atleast 20 times. Random people walking up to me. Love them! Adidas run about 1-1.5 sizes large so I got an 8. I wear a 9.5. When I put them on I thought they would be too tight... They stretched out perfectly within one wear. ... read more
I Love the way these look but with in the first week of wear all the stitching is loose and falling out on both shoes on the decretive part in the front and sides. I am very gentle so I am disappointed this happened. Expected better quality in $80 shoes. ... read more
This is a great looking shoe and I've been an Adidas fan since the 70's. However, I'm not impressed with the instep. It is very inflexible so when you walk, it rubs on the top of your foot. Perhaps it's my foot, perhaps it's the shoe. I do know that I don't have this problem with other shoes I own. As I said, great looking shoe and even though it's a bit uncomfortable, I'm still gonna wear them because they look great. ... read more
So this shoe is really cute! The only problem I had was that it runs way large! I ordered a size down because I read the reviews. I tried them on as soon as they arrived and they still fit me big. I didn't return them because I just loved them too much! I've worn them a couple of times and receive plenty of compliments even though they fit me big. ... read more


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DOYLESTOWN BOROUGH — A Polish immigrant serving a sentence in the Bucks County Correctional Facility for an August 1993 shooting and kidnapping at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in New Britain Township was found hanged in his cell Friday morning, authorities said.
Thomas J. Rosko, Bucks County coroner, ruled the death of Ryszard Mazur, 31, a suicide. He said Mazur had used his shoelaces to fashion a noose. Mazur was found by guards shortly after 7 a.m., after he did not report for breakfast, Rosko said. Mazur was last seen alive at an 11 p.m. lockdown.

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Auditions on tap
for show at National
The Ritz Players have scheduled open auditions for "Leading Ladies" at 6:30 p.m. Sunday and Monday in The National Theatre at The Ritz, 30 S. Washington St.
The show is to be performed May 11, 12, 19 and 20 in The National.
There are roles for three adult women (ages 20-70) and five adult men (ages 20-70).
Scripts are available at Tiffin-Seneca Public Library. For additional information, call Jim Cook at (419) 937-7589.
'Cake' served again at Fremont theater
FREMONT - Fremont Community Theatre presents three more performances of "Red Velvet Cake War" at 8 p.m. today and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.
The theater is located at 1551 Dickinson St., Fremont. For tickets, call (419) 332-0695.
'Mockingbird' back
BUCYRUS - Bucyrus Little Theatre is to present three more performances of the drama, "To Kill A Mockingbird," at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students. Call (419) 562-0731 for tickets or details.
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FREMONT - The Hayes Presidential Center Croquet Club is looking for new members. Anyone interested in finding out about croquet is invited to attend the club's annual meeting 1-2 p.m. Sunday at the center in Fremont.
Admission is free. Guests can chat with club members and try their hand at croquet, weather permitting, on the grounds at the corner of Hayes and Buckland avenues in Fremont.
Membership in the club is $25 per person or $40 per couple. For more information call Kathy Boukissen at (419) 332-2081.
Symphony to play
FREMONT - Terra State Community College's annual "Music on Sunday" series presents the Chamber Ensembles of the Firelands Symphony at 4 p.m. Sunday.
Groups performing include The Firelands String Quartet and The Phoenix Project, a wind quartet.
The concert is free at the Recital Hall in Building D on the Terra campus.
Tickets remain for Straight No Chaser
NORWALK - Towne & Country Players has about 150 tickets left for Straight No Chaser at 3 p.m. March 25 in Norwalk High School Performing Arts Center.
The vocal ensemble began in 1996 when a group of Indiana University male students broke off from The Singing Hoosiers and formed the a capella Straight No Chaser.
Also performing will be the four Firelands Idols winners: Stacey Butchko, Vermilion, in "Stuck Like Glue," Haley Olds, Monroeville, in "Mr. Know It All"; Norwalk's Myriah Cross in "Rolling in the Deep" and Rex Kilgore, Plymouth, in "Arise."
Tickets are available by phone at (419) 668-1641.
Compiled by A-T Staff Writer MaryAnn Kromer. Contact her by email at mkromer@


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The changing landscape of the FMCG industry:
an exploration of the opportunities and challenges ahead
Cutting edge research coupled with numerous practical case studies delivered by leaders in the marketing and research fields – the 2013 New Zealand FMCG Conference will deliver you the insights and understanding you need to drive your business forward.
Speakers include:
- Steve Bayliss, Group General Manager Marketing, Foodstuffs New Zealand
- Clare Morgan, Marketing Director, DB Breweries
- Adrian Cook, Marketing Director, Tasti Products
- Christie McCarthy, Director, Dollop Foods
- Peeyoosh Chandra, Digital Planning Director, Saatchi & Saatchi
- Janene Draper, Co-Founder, Farro Fresh
Separately bookable workshop
How to implement digital marketing within six months
21 March 2013 - Suzanne Kendrick, The Connector
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Agenda: Day 1
Registration, coffee and networking
Opening remarks from the Chair
Brian Meredith, CEO, The Marketing Bureau
International Keynote Address: The challenges and opportunities facing the FMCG industry
John Gerrie, Chairman, FMCG Association Australia
The retailers' perspective
• What retailers will be looking for from their suppliers as they move into the future
Steve Bayliss, Group General Manager Marketing, Foodstuffs New Zealand
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Morning break & refreshments
Recent trends in FMCG and where the opportunities for growth lie
• How to successfully identify where the opportunities lie
Clint Elsom, Group Account Director, Colmar Brunton
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When brand is king: How to create strong demand for your products
• Standing out from the crowd: Telling a unique brand story
• Building a sense of community around your brand
James Bickford, Managing Director, Interbrand New Zealand
Digital Dominance: What you need to know to get it right – the first time round!
• How to integrate your digital strategy with your overall brand strategy
• Personalised and targeted digital experiences to drive better customer acquisition and conversion
Peeyoosh Chandra, Digital Planning Director, Saatchi & Saatchi
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Case Study: From 8,000 to 175,000 Facebook fans – the story & key learning's of Whittaker's digital transformation
• Adding value to your online audience through engagement
• Whittaker's success in launching new flavours through social media
• Realising the key to integration and that digital is only one part of the overall marketing strategy
Jasmine Griffin, Brand Manager, J H Whittaker & Sons
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Afternoon break & refreshments
New media in retailing and retail advertising
• Advergames and in-game advertising
• The role of reviewing and location based service sites
Dr Martin Waiguny, Senior Lecturer of Advertising, Auckland University of Technology
The evolving role of the savvy Marketer Director
Clare Morgan, Marketing Director, DB Breweries
Closing remarks from the Chair and end of day one
FMCG Industry Networking Function
Agenda: Day 2
Welcome back from the Chair
Brian Meredith, CEO, The Marketing Bureau
The growth of boutique retailing and its impact on the grocery industry
• How boutique grocery stores are influencing the grocery industry
• What is required from suppliers
Janene Draper, Co-Founder, Farro Fresh
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Case study: Inspiring consumers to join your cause
• From campaign setting to an always on conversation
• Creating the stimulus consumers can generate energy around
• Reaping the rewards from listening and working with consumers
Martin Yeoman, Managing Partner, Assignment Group
Morning break & refreshments
Emerging growth opportunities in the New Zealand Food and Beverage sector
• What the challenges and opportunities in the NZ F&B sectors are
• What the market opportunities for NZ F&B are
Virginia Wilkinson, Research Director, Coriolis Research
Creating attention-grabbing in-store media and off-location displays
• How to get the retailers on board – what are their key drivers and what can be done to get joint buy-in?
• Examples of successful off-location displays – how they were created, executed and what results were achieved
Reality check - 5 myths about FMCG loyalty programs - busted
• Analysing the results: which categories respond the most - and the least - to these promotional tools?
• How to increase the effectiveness of these promotional tools
• Case studies of companies who are maximising these tools to receive the most benefit from them
Rick Ferguson, Global Head of Knowledge Management, Aimia
New drivers and technologies behind premium positioning and shelf layouts
Jean du Rand, Director, JSD Consulting
Afternoon break & refreshments
Case Study: Revolutionising your brand – how Tasti taught an old brand new tricks
Adrian Cook, Marketing Director, Tasti Products
Case Study: Getting creative with shopper interruption strategies
Donna McCort, Creative Director, Dow Design
Andrew Sparrow, Senior Designer, Dow Design
Case Study: Packaging - the most valuable billboard you could ever have
• How Dollop effectively linked its brand, packaging, products and business story to create the ultimate appeal
• Phenomenal results: how 135% volume growth and 154% revenue growth were achieved in one year
Christie McCarthy, Director, Dollop Foods
Closing remarks from the Chair and end of conference
2013 FMCG Workshop
How to implement digital marketing within six months
21 March, 2013 • 9am - 5pm | Stamford Plaza, Auckland
Digital marketing has forever changed the marketing landscape; impacting both customer behaviour as well as changing fundamental marketing strategies.
This one day, in-depth training session will develop your understanding of the role of digital marketing within your FMCG marketing strategy, and its potential to change the way your customers view and work with your brand.
Learn how to
- Plan and implement Digital Marketing in your organisation
- Build and engage a social media community
- Capture leads and convert to sales
- Analyse results and ROI
Course Contents
- Digital marketing
- Brand awareness
- Brand reputation and customer retention
- Lead generation and conversion
- Lower cost per lead with digital marketing
- Digital marketing costs
- In-house team or outsource?
- Digital marketing return on investment
- Digital marketing ideas
- Social media strategy and policies
- The Plan
- Building your team
- Month 1 – Set up you strategy, team, website and blog
- Month 2 – Attract visitors with great content
- Month 3 – Get found on the search engines
- Month 4 – Build and engage a social media community
- Month 5 – Capture leads and convert to sales
- Month 6 – Analyse results and ROI
- Next steps
Suzanne Kendrick, Online Marketing and Lead Generation, The Connector
Suzanne Kendrick is The Connector. She provides outsourced, online lead generation, sales, and marketing services. The Connector looks after your online marketing so you can focus on your core business.


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The Youngstown/War-ren Regional Chamber is sending a survey to more than 1,200 area businesses seeking data that will be used to update its Starting Wages and Benefits report.
The Regional Chamber's Starting Wages and Benefits publication is different from other wage surveys because it focuses on starting wages rather than average wages.
"This indispensable tool gives current and prospective employers an idea of what local labor costs are for new positions. We use this important information regularly for both our businesses attraction and retention efforts," says Walter Good, Regional Chamber vice president.
Every two years, area employers are contacted and asked about starting wages for various positions within their company.
Occupations were selected based on interest to industries, projected growth occupations and future industry trends. They include professional, skilled and non-skilled positions from industries such as manufacturing, health care, service businesses, retailers and distributors.
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The survey will be distributed to businesses in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties, either by e-mail or by regular mail, by July 30. Surveys should be returned by Aug. 20.
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HERE'S A HANDY guide to etiquette for politicians inviting people to campaign fundraisers:
It's quirky but acceptable to ask women to "dress like a star and put on your sexiest shoes."
It's much more of a problem to have the campaign email employees at work to say that their boss would love it if they attended and urges them to invite other staffers to tag along.
So it goes for "Seth in the City," the Wednesday-evening fundraiser for District Attorney Seth Williams, modeled on the HBO show "Sex and the City."
Lisette Gonzalez, executive director for Williams' political-action committee, last week emailed 34 of his staffers with the rank of deputy or chief, advising them that city ethics rules allow them to attend the fundraiser and contribute to their boss' bid for a second term in 2013.


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They had a wonderful marriage, but they wanted to be naughty with their neighbors.
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Alex and his wife are invited to a Chinese dinner that becomes something much much more
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Passionate adventure on a vacation.
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Hank wants to make his step daughter feel better emotionally, and she returns the favor.physically.
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A crossdresser's fantasy comes true
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The last four stories in 'The Shop Across The Road Saga.'
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First time watching my wife service my mate.
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Sue lets her desires out
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Sara turns me into a cuck
Part twenty six. Sara was wearing her new black lingerie set as she called to Marcus to join us in our yard for a few hours of sun bathing. Her tiny black thong highlighted her gorgeous tight ass and her matching bra did little to cover her firm breasts, some of her pubic hairs were clearly visible from her thong. Marcus came through the gate that joins our back yards together and...Read On
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When the AC goes out its time for a little fun
Oklahoma in the summer is unforgiving at times. Today was one of those days. 110° in the shade with no wind to cool it down, most people in this weather would hide indoors but for Kitten and Sir this was no help. The A.C. had frozen over from over working in the 100° plus weather and the house was warmer than the evening air outside. Sir was in the living room working on the AC, Kitten in...Read On
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Brittany and Alisa join me for a threesome
I was the afternoon and Alisa, Brittany and I had not bothered to get dressed, instead, we spent the afternoon naked, relaxing. It was only a couple of hours earlier that I had watched Alisa and Brittany have an orgasm filled sex session. It was hot and still replaying in my mind, giving me a constant hard on. We sat on the couch watching TV, the girls sitting on either side of me. We...Read On
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Rebecca goes down under.
My name is Rebecca, I'm twenty-five. I split up with my boyfriend when I discovered he was seeing someone else. We had been together for two years. I spoke to my sister Emma on Skype. Emma and her husband Phil lived alone in their large five-bedroom property in a suburb of Brisbane Australia. "Why don't you come out here to Oz? Change of scenery will do you good," she suggested. I do...Read On
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An office romance
I am employed to undertake computing coding in a reasonably large organisation. I became aware of a special project being controlled by a systems analyst I enjoyed working with and was accepted by him to do the work he required. His name is Cameron – otherwise known as Cam. I had worked with him before and liked his professionalism. The project he was involved in was with an interstate office...Read On
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Marianne eagerly loses her virginity at age eighteen to her neighbor.
I didn't want to move to Jacksonville. I had friends in Orlando, my high school, and more! But I was sixteen years old and didn't get a vote. My mom had taken a job there that paid more, so I could see her reason for wanting to move. We had been packing for three damn days without a break! Mom's company was paying for our move, but not enough to cover the packing, so here we were doing...Read On
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A story of young love in an alternate America.
It was the afternoon at the Hollyweather high school. Joana Simmons, a senior, stood in front of her history class. The blonde and somewhat chubby girl held up her notes in front of her huge chest. Her summer dress that her mother had helped her pick out, showed off a healthy amount of her cleavage. "And that is why Charles Jackson was such an important founding father." Joana finished...Read On
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Linda and I go for a run.
After that morning's quickie with my step-sister Linda, I was on a high. My cock could still feel her hot, wet vagina massaging it with each thrust. My legs trembled, whenever I thought about my explosive ejaculation inside her. Her clean, womanly scent on my clothes had embedded itself deep in my hormones. Finally, there was the anticipation of being alone with her for the weekend. ...Read On
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the night still had some surprises
My head felt woozy, and the music hammered hypnotic rhythms into my head, as I walked back towards the table where my friends were. Passing the bar, I noticed the barmaid had a sexy smile on her lips. I thought it was just for me, but, before I could make a fool of myself, a voice in my head told me I was letting my imagination run away with me. 'Drink can play hell with your thinking'...Read On
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Wren threw in the last of her clothes in the suitcase and sighed as she looked at the overstuffed case. There was no way it was going to close. She cursed her need for wardrobe options - she was a girl, dammit, she had to have options! The whole family was going on their annual vacation, except instead of flying as they usually do, their parents decided to stretch the trip another week by...Read On
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Masturbating a hot chick
About 15 years ago my wife and I had a devastating argument that very nearly destroyed our marriage. She was 110% at fault. To this day, she has never admitted that she was to blame. If it had not been for the k.i.d.s being at home and in school & the financial devastation a divorce would have caused, I would have left. During our married life, I have never looked at another women...Read On
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Alex attends a poker party when the wives introduce their husbands to a new game.
The poker party started at eight at Stan's place. Everything seemed ordinary. The bar was open and the wine and beer were flowing. The early conversation revolved around the election. Eventually, each group retired to their card games. The women were upstairs in the dining room. We were downstairs in the den in Stan's Rec Room. After an hour, it was obvious that the girls were having...Read On
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Mistress uses her slave to educate two husbands.
"What does it mean?" Jim asks. "What does what mean?" Moll answers. "Your profile says you are owned. What does it mean to be owned?" "It means I obey my owner. In my case only in sexual matters, for others perhaps more." "Suppose I asked you to dinner?" he continues. "Yes?" she hesitates. "Could you accept?" "Of course." "What if I came on to you after dinner?" "That would be sweet."...Read On
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Andrew takes control of Michelle and her husband.
Michelle was still obediently bent forward at the waist, her elbows locked behind her arched back. Her bare legs were parted, her g-string around her knees, her pussy dripping wet from the vigorous fingering she'd just received. She tried to calm her breathing and looked lustfully at Dave, her husband. Dave was sat on the sofa, fondling the bulge in his trousers. His cock had grown...Read On
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Rob gives his account of the story so far and continues the tale.
I had always thought that Sue would be very upset if I told her that I yearned to watch her have sex with a well-endowed black man. It had been my fantasy for a few years, but how to let her know was quite another thing. I knew from the internet sites that it was actually quite a popular theme, and that couples like us and middle-class white women enjoyed sex with black men,...Read On
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My cousin taught me to cum
When I was a kid, I had a tree house in my back yard. All the kids in my neighborhood loved it and we all hung out there all the time. By the time I was in high school, it was a little run down and I only went to it when I wanted to sneak a beer or just get away from the family. I was pretty naïve and shy, but I loved a beer once in a while. Of course, locking myself in my room was my...Read On
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Syracuse, NY -- Gregory Gottfried was led out of court to jail Monday morning, beginning six months of incarceration that start a 10-year sentence of probation for an attack on a woman he followed home from Wegmans in March.
Assistant District Attorney Brenton Dadey argued before sentencing that Gottfried should serve jail time for the crime to which he confessed. He said that while Gottfried did not kidnap the woman he accosted, "there is no doubt the defendant in the future would have worked his way up to that act."
Defense attorney Edward Menkin said Gottfried, 22, of New City in Rockland County, had not been in legal trouble before and was undergoing counseling.
"He's in need of help, he's getting it," Menkin said. "I really think incarceration would be counterproductive."
Judge Anthony Aloi said he weighed whether to sentence Gottfried to the jail time based on letters from friends and family who said Gottfried was "a loving, kind, sincere hardworking child and young man."
"On March 19 at 1 a.m., you were not that kind, loving young man that was described in those letters to this court."
Aloi said the victim, a woman who Gottfried did not know, "deserves to feel safe - she deserves to be safe."
"You should be punished for that incident that happened to that young woman.
Gottfried pleaded guilty May 23 to a single felony count of attempted first-degree sexual abuse in connection with the March 19 incident. He admitted he was trying to subject the victim to sexual contact by force when he accosted her as she unloaded groceries from her car after he followed her home from the store.
Although authorities initially said it appeared Gottfried was trying to stuff the woman in the trunk of her car or abduct her, the prosecution has since conceded there was no proof of anything beyond the attempted sexual abuse charge.
As part of his guilty plea to a charge of first-degree attempted sexual abuse, Gottfried will be listed in the state registry of sexual offenders. Which level he will be listed at will be determined by Aloi after a hearing Aug 30.
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I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry Movie Poster
Posted on Monday, March 12th, 2007 by Peter Sciretta
Click the poster for a better view. Poster photo courtesy of LatinoReview (we did a lot of touch up work to remove the unwanted glare)
Dugan was once a great comedy director, having directed some of Sandler's better films (Big Daddy, Happy Gilmore). Recently however, Dugan has turned out more than a couple bombs: The Benchwarmers, National Security, Saving Silverman, Beverly Hills Ninja, Brain Donors and Problem Child.
The screenplay has had more hands on it than Lindsay Lohan's breasts: Academy Award winner Alexander Payne (Sideways), Robert Smigel (Triumph the Insult Comic Dog), Barry Fanaro (Kingpin), Lew Gallo (Ocean's Eleven) and Jim Taylor (Election). I usually say that too many cooks spoil the soup, but what if there are more than a few talented cooks?
The movie hits theaters on July 20th 2007, head-to-head with Hairspray, a week after Harry Potter, and two weeks following Transformers (ie expect this film to probably get lost in the Summer shuffle).Cool Posts From Around the Web:


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Drew Carey, come on down! The comedian will replace Bob Barker as the new host of The Price Is Right.
The Cleveland native confirmed his new gig as the host of the CBS game show during a taping of the The Late Show with David Letterman, which is set to air Monday.
Barker retired last month after 35 years of hosting the daytime sensation, drawing a slew of replacement contenders including Rosie O'Donnell, Ian Ziering, George Hamilton and Mario Lopez.
Carey, who will also be host of a new CBS prime-time game show, The Power of 10, told Letterman that he only learned that the deal had been done a few minutes before appearing on stage.
"When do you begin?" asked Letterman, to which Carey, 49, replied: "You got me...All I know is that all the deal points we wanted got settled. And I just found out, honestly."
Last week, Carey told PEOPLE, 'I would really enjoy doing [the show], and I think I'd be good at it."
Carey had a ten-year run on ABC with his sitcom The Drew Carey Show and was host of the improv show Whose Line is It Anyway?
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British forces arrive at Lisbon in support of Portuguese Queen Maria, daughter of Peter IV, who has been deposed by her uncle Dom Miguel.
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Very interesting initial post. There is a lot of variation between individuals, but I will say that, with exceptions on both sides of course, women tend to be smaller, slower and weaker than men, which does suggest some division of labor. Still, in a small group of 20 or 30 hunter/gatherers, it would only make sense that almost everything they did would by necessity be shared, with both sexes contributing.
I just bought Guns, Germs and Steel, mainly because of having gone "primal."


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Procurement of IT Equipment, Software and Consumables
Information Technology Services (ITS) is responsible for maintaining the University network, servers, workstations and peripherals to ensure that quality is maintained at reasonable cost. As such, procurement of all University IT resources and services is to be centrally managed by ITS regardless of the source of funding; all IT related purchases must be made following 2.2014.1 Procurement of Information Technology Equipment, Software, and Consumables Procedure. ITS manages the purchase of IT-related items in collaboration with the purchasing department, which has the final responsibility and authority for vendor selection and all purchasing decisions.
A centralized IT procurement procedure benefits Michigan Tech by providing:
- Brand and model standardization where appropriate
- A campus-wide inventory of hardware and software to facilitate effective planning, maintenance, upgrades, and disposal
- Pricing advantages obtained through volume purchasing and working with preferred vendors
- License compliance for software purchases
- Hardware and software with a known "support state" at the time of purchase
Effective August 26, 2013, per 2.2014 Information Technology Procurement Policy, all IT resources and services must be procured through the Office of Information Technology.
How does Michigan Tech IT determine standardized equipment? Compatibility,Warranty, and Lifecycle are strong considerations. [READ MORE]
Steps for buying IT equipment, software and consumables at Michigan Tech
- The user contacts IT User Services to place the initial request.
- User Services verifies the user's equipment needs and guided by the standardized equipment list, determines the equiment which best meets their needs.
- Once the appropriate equipment has been chosen, the customer provides User Services with a valid index to charge the purchase.
- If the customer is not authorized to approve the request, User Services will contact the department chair, director, departmental coordinator, or account custodian for approval.
- Upon approval, the order is procured, configured and delivered.
Need toner or ink refills for your copier or printer? To guarantee equipment compatibility, please place these orders through Michigan Tech IT; incompatible toner refills can damage your equipment and void the warranty. To order, send an email to firstname.lastname@example.com with the make and model of your equipment, the type of toner/refill you need, and an account number for billing.
Michigan Tech IT purchases toner from a distributor that guarantees the product to be genuine and warrantied. When purchased campus-wide, we are able to determine the quantity of toner the campus needs as a whole and order in bulk. This allows us to keep supplies available on demand and results in a lower purchase cost for all affected departments.
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Important Collectors' Wristwatches, Pocket Watches & Clocks
Rolex Unique Ref. 16200 with Moon Phases Rolex Oyster Perpetual, Datejust, case No. K439081, Ref. 16200. Sold on April 25th, 2003. Fine and unique, tonneau-shaped, center seconds, selfwinding, stainless steel chronometer's wristwatch with date, moon phases and a stainless steel Oyster Rolex bracelet. Accompanied by the original guarantee (now void).
C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down back and crown, corrector on the band, inverted bezel, sapphire crystal with cyclops lens. D. Silver, Rolex decoration with applied steel Arabic numerals, apertures for the date and the moon phases. Steel baton hands. M. Cal. 3135, rhodium-plated, fausses cotes decoration, 31 jewels, straight line lever escapement, free sprung monometallic balance adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, shock absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance spring, hack mechanism. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 36 mm. Thickness 11 mm. Approx overall length 170 mm.
Estimate: 5,700 CHF - 8,700 CHF
Estimate: 5,400 USD - 8,300 USD
Estimate: 4,000 EUR - 6,000 EUR
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Marcello Comezzi is a well known watchmaker in Rome, Italy. On demand, he modified a Rolex DateJust Ref. 16200, adding the moon phases. The caliber 3135 was modified by adding a plate on the dial side, milled with a numeric control machine to a thickness of 0.5 mm. To this are added the necessary spaces to house the moon phases, levers, springs and gears. The phase disk is enameled and diamond pavé. Even the case band was modified to accommodate the corrector for adjusting the moon phases. The case is still water-resistant to 10 atmospheres. The present lot was illustrated in OM-Market, 2010, p. 14-15.
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Looking for the perfect little host and hostess gift?
I am always looking for something really special for the host or hostess to express my sincere gratitude to them for opening their home during the holidays.
I absolutely flipped over these chic glasses from World Market. The picture above, for the host, is a not-so-good instagram picture of the stag etched cocktail glasses ($4 each). They would be amazing as a gift all by themselves but would also be nice packaged with a good bottle of scotch and whiskey stones.
For the hostess, these stemless wineglasses ($4 each) also from World Market are handblown. You can tell the second you pick one up as they are slightly different in weight and shape. I plan to package these with some of my favorite Christmas cocktail recipes or a bottle of wine.
Pomegranate Prosecco
Limoncello and Prosecco Cooler with Raspberry Ice Cubes
Sparkling Pear and Thyme Fizz
Pomegranate Margaritas
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A sampling of my evolving perspective on society, religion, philosophy, history, and self.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
The Dignity of Satisfaction
Earlier this week, we celebrated the life and influence of Dr. Martin Luther King. The America we know today has been dramatically altered for the good in large measure due to the vision and diligence of Dr. King.
In his "I Have A Dream" speech, King addressed the issue of "satisfaction." When would advocates of civil rights be satisfied? He stated that satisfaction would not come while African Americans were subjected to policy brutality, while segregation remained, or while voting rights were withheld. It would not come as long as progress meant merely movement from one sphere of poverty to another or while children were devalued through signs such as those stating, "For Whites Only." He said that he dreamed of a day when those travesties would no longer reign.
Many of those dreams have come true. Rates of police brutality have fallen dramatically, segregation has been abolished in all public educational institutions, and offensive signs have largely been relegated to scenes in historical movies. Unthinkable in years gone by, an African American presides in the White House. Truly, the vision of Martin Luther King has become a reality of today's America in many ways. However, while Dr. King spoke of those things which would not bring satisfaction, I sometimes wonder about those things which would.
Two years ago, I attended a lecture given by a civil rights activist. His reputation as a philosopher and author was firmly established. I studied his theories in my university courses and anxiously awaited his lecture. True to form, he gave an amazing presentation. He spoke with passion, with intellect, and with sincerity. I was very impressed—with one exception.
A student had asked for a comment on the progress that had been made since the time Dr. King began his fight. Instead of appropriately lauding the advances that had been made, the speaker discounted them. He said that we should place our entire focus on the progress that has yet to occur. As with his other points, the speaker was passionate. However, unlike earlier in his speech, I felt not inspired—but uncomfortable. After all that had taken place since the 1960's, barely a word of praise was uttered. He spoke as if the students in attendance had to pass through their own signs labeled "For Whites Only" to see him speak.
Referring to the fight for civil rights, Martin Luther King stated, "We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity."
To me, dignity includes a sincere respect not only for ourselves, but for others. Dignity recognizes the innate worth of humanity and the accomplished good in all people—even in our enemies. Dignity does not wear rose-colored glasses, but instead views society and self with a realistic and dignified optimism. If I am 200 pounds overweight and seek to correct the life-threatening issue, a loss of 50 pounds still leaves me with plenty of ground to cover. To discount the progress that had been made and focus only on the work yet to be done would make me discouraged. Not only would this perspective leave me without satisfaction, but it would also leave me without dignity. On the other hand, if I were to recognize the progress that had been made and commit yet again to pursuing my goal, my satisfaction would indeed be dignified!
The struggle for civil rights will always have some measure of progress ahead of it. I think it is a mistake to discount the strides that have been made in favor of emphasizing all that yet needs to be. To do so comes dangerously close to fighting for dignity without actually being in possession of the virtue. The legacy of Martin Luther King can be maintained not only by acting for change, but also by using the triumphs of yesterday to fuel the victories of tomorrow. If we do so, we will then find that our satisfaction is truly dignified.
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For a brief moment in Internet time, email marketing meant placing an ad in an email newsletter and waiting for the traffic. Not anymore.
E-mail can be used in every step of the marketing process, from driving traffic and building brands, to customer service and marketing special offers. Take a look at almost every commercial content or e-commerce site on the Web, they all collect email addresses and send out e-newsletters. Even the site for M&M's candies has a newsletter.
The reason they do this is simple, email is the Internet's killer application. There are enough emailboxes in the world for every man, woman, and child in North America to have their own. According to eMarketer, in 1998 there were 3.4 trillion email messages sent in the world. That's 9.4 billion messages every day in the US alone. When the owners of those mailboxes are sent a message, it appears right there in front of them. Quick turnaround equals quick results. No driving Web traffic to site to get the message, the message comes to them. E-mail is direct marketing at its finest.
Need another reason? E-mail is dirt cheap. Some numbers to crunch:
- Internet direct marketing is estimated to be 60-65 percent cheaper than traditional direct marketing —Yankee Group
- Direct marketing cost-per-piece comparison: $.01-0.25 for email, $1-2 piece for snail mail —Jupiter Communications
- Approximately $603 million was spent on direct marketing through the Internet in 1998. This number will climb to $5.3 billion by 2003 —The Direct Marketing Association
While placing an email ad in a newsletter or buying an opt-in email list may go a long way toward customer acquisition, the work of email marketing is not done once you get the traffic. Now its time to get the email address of that visitor and let the post-acquisition phase of marketing by email take over.
Just like the M&M site, whether you are in the content or e-commerce business, your site needs to have a newsletter. Use it to promote new features, updates, new product offerings. Beyond the basic information-sharing function of a newsletter lies its branding effect. Every day, week, month, or whatever the frequency of the newsletter, that visitor that once made the trip to your Web site gets a reminder delivered right to his or her Inbox that you are still there.
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TOWANDA - Three years ago, Sullivan County graduate Morgan Craft knew she was going into a college powerhouse in shotgun sports.
Lindenwood had won eight straight championships before she got there, and Craft was hoping to be able to help the school continue that streak.
Three years later, the streak is at 11 straight after Craft helped the program win the title recently.
"It's pretty awesome," Craft said. "Being able to be a part of the team, knowing we are continuing our run on our 11th straight national championship. To be one of the upperclassmen especially and kind of be looked up to is great."
Each year, Craft has seen the pressure increase as the win streak continues but she also has watched as the team keeps improving."
"The more we get under our belt, the more pressure I feel like we have," she said. "You can see other teams improving. They have a lot of talent too. We keep getting more recruits though, too. I have a whole lot of confidence in our team moving forward."
While she has confidence in the team, for a while Craft wasn't as confident about her own shooting. However, that changed at nationals.
"To be honest, these past couple months I kind of have been on a rocky road," she said. "I wasn't shooting great. At nationals, I shot really well. Really, I shot the best I have in a while. I can't explain how happy I was to get out of that rut and prove to myself that I can do it. It felt great to be a part of winning the national championship."
The struggles for Craft cost her a chance to travel with the U.S. for competitions this summer.
"There were two national competitions for spots to travel overseas this summer," Craft said. "I didn't quite make the final and I wasn't very happy with myself."
Craft knows it's crucial to carry over the shooting from nationals into upcoming competitions.
"It's super important," she said. "We have the USA Shooting nationals in August. I am very motivated to keep this streak going. Starting in August, they start to keep score and choose who goes on to the World Championships in 2015."
Craft also knows that tournaments overseas are now more important as U.S. success can lead to a second spot for the U.S. at the next Olympics.
"Potentially, if we win enough overseas, we could send two women to the Olympics instead of just one," Craft said.
After being the alternate for the last Olympic team, Craft knows how important two spots could be for the country.
"It's a huge step," she said. "Last time I was right there, I was second in line. Now I just have to really push and get the top two spots again."
Right now, Craft is working to balance her school work, shooting for her college and also national competitions as she hopes to make next year's World Championships and the 2016 Summer Olympics.
"It's always been difficult," she said. "I try not to completely overload my school work. I am a full-time student, but I'm taking 14 credits right now. I don't try and take 18 or 20 credits to overdo it. To be honest, shooting is pretty much my No. 1 priority. The dream of making the Olympics is pretty dang important. I have to be self disciplined."
After she graduates Craft wants to continue her education but she also needs to take some time to work toward the 2016 Olympics.
"I will graduate in the Spring of 2015," she said. "I do plan on going to graduate school, but I think I will wait until after the summer of '16. I plan to take that year off school and try and train my hardest."
With the World Championships and Olympics coming up Craft knows how crucial this time is.
"It really will be tough," she said. "Trying to get points and trying to win spots for the team. It all boils down to the next year and a half. It's a lot of mixed emotions. I'm very excited for senior year. I can't believe I'm already going to be a senior. I am really loving my classes and I am working the hardest I ever have for shooting.
"It's a pretty important time, but also very exciting," she added.


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All eyes have been on the Treasury Department taking Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae into conservatorship this week but Washington Mutual [3] also entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Office of Thrift Supervision, the regulator that manages certain banking institutions (here's the difference between thrifts, commercial banks, and credit unions [4]). Along with the MOU, they got rid of their CEO Kerry Killinger and put in Alan Fishman, who started Monday.
Some see the memorandum of understanding as a precursor to a bank's failure but it's just an agreement for a higher level of information sharing between the OTS and the bank. According to one spokesperson, it was only an "informal enforcement action." It's certainly worse than a bank without an MOU but having one doesn't mean failure is imminent. The MOU requires that WaMu share more of its operational level details with the OTS so that they can monitor its activity, it makes no changes to WaMu's operations, offerings, or general business model.
While it's certainly not a positive, it's by far a sign that the bank is going to fail. As of August 26th [5], at least 13 banks have had regulatory actions on them. Six have been MOUs and others have been harsher restrictions on banking activity (managing capital ratios, dividends, etc.). National City has had an MOU since April/May of this year and they're still ticking.
I've also had conversations with people who say the WaMu 5.00% APY rate on their 12-month CD [6] is a sign that they have a liquidity crisis: "They need the deposits and are willing to pay a premium for them."
I say, "So what?" If a man is in need of some money, is willing to pay a premium for it, and is backed by the same people who print the money use, why not lend it to him? 🙂
FDIC insurance covers you up to $100,000 per bank (more if you structure it right). When IndyMac failed on a Friday, doors were open on Monday as IndyMac Federal. When NetBank failed, customers could login to their new ING accounts within a few days. The most recently failure, Silver State Bank in Nevada, mirrored IndyMac… assumed on Friday and back in business by Monday. If you're under FDIC coverage limits, you're safe and there's no reason why you shouldn't take advantage of higher yields.
Let's say they do go under, the worst case scenario is that the CD matures (no penalty) and you put your money elsewhere. That's a price I'm willing to pay for an essentially risk-free 5.00% APY yield.
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Vaccines for finishing the fight
The world has made remarkable progress against polio and is very close to eradicating this disease, having reduced the number of cases by more than 99 percent since 1988, when the global health community came together to form the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. Reaching this milestone will mark only the second time in history that an infectious disease has been fully eradicated, after smallpox was eliminated in 1979.
Completing the job will require stopping transmission of polio and maintaining immunity for several years thereafter, and new tools are needed to meet these challenges. PATH is providing technical support on the development of high-quality and low-cost polio vaccines needed to help achieve eradication and maintain protection posteradication.
Poliomyelitis (polio) is a highly infectious disease caused by a virus that invades the nervous system and can cause permanent paralysis. While polio can strike at any age, it mainly affects children under age five. Because there is no cure, prevention through vaccination is the only protection for children.
There are two types of vaccines against polio—oral polio vaccine (OPV) and inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) that is delivered via injection. While OPV has been a powerful tool in the campaign against polio and is extremely inexpensive (US$0.14 to $0.17 per dose), it has two drawbacks: the weakened virus in OPV can mutate into vaccine-derived poliovirus (VDVP) that can circulate and cause polio infections in a community and, on rare occasions, OPV can result in vaccine-associated paralytic polio. The currently available IPVs are safe and effective, but at more than $3 per dose, they are out of reach for low- and middle-income countries.
PATH is working with partners on the following new vaccine tools that can help the global community complete eradication and ensure protection post-eradication.
Lower cost OPV
OPV is still needed for maintaining population immunity, stamping out pockets of endemic wild-poliovirus transmission, and controlling outbreaks. Because billions of doses of OPV are delivered every year, even a modest cost reduction could help make better use of constrained public-health resources.
Much more affordable IPV
Because vaccination will be needed for years and even decades after polio transmission is ended and because VDPVs will continue to occur until all countries switch to IPV, it is essential to bring the price of IPV vaccines down so that low- and middle-income countries can afford them. Strategies to reduce IPV costs could include adjuvants—additional ingredients that can boost the body's immune response—or needle-free delivery methods that require smaller amounts of vaccine for each dose.
Affordable IPV-containing pediatric combination vaccines
Ultimately, it would be advantageous to include more affordable IPV into combination vaccines that are part of the basic childhood immunizations to protect future birth cohorts in low-income countries.


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The Los Angeles Kings (again) cut the New York Rangers' lead to a single goal when Willie Mitchell scored on a power play late in the second period.
Mitchell's tally with 5:21 left made it a 3-2 game -- not that it stayed that way for long. Rangers forward Derick Brassard scored all of 11 seconds later, making it 4-2 Rangers, where it remained entering the second intermission of Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final at Staples Center on Saturday night.
According to the NHL, the record for the shortest gap between two goals (10 seconds) in a Final is shared among two series that predate even the birth of Martin St. Louis: April 5, 1936 (Toronto Maple Leafs vs Detroit Red Wings) and April 12, 1947 (Montreal Canadiens vs. Maple Leafs).
The fastest two goals in playoff game overall is five seconds, scored by the
Pittsburgh Penguins and Buffalo Sabres in April 14, 1979. St. Louis was on this earth for that one.
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An arterial embolism is a blood clot that has travelled through your arteries and become stuck. This can block or restrict blood flow. Clots generally affect the arms, legs, or feet. An "embolism" is anything that obstructs blood flow. The plural of embolism is emboli. A blood clot is also known as a thrombus.
A single clot can cause more than one embolism. Pieces may break free and get stuck in other parts of the body. Some emboli travel to the brain, heart, and kidneys.
When an artery is blocked, it can cause tissue damage or death in the affected area. Because of this, an arterial embolism is a medical emergency. It requires immediate treatment to prevent permanent injury.
What Causes an Arterial Embolism?
A number of things may cause an arterial embolism. Damage to the arteries by disease or other health conditions is one major cause. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of an embolism. It weakens the arterial walls. Blood may accumulate in the weakened artery and form clots.
Other common causes of blood clots include:
- smoking
- hardening of the arteries, from high cholesterol
- surgery that affects blood circulation
- injuries to the arteries
- heart disease
- atrial fibrillation – a type of rapid and irregular heartbeat
Who Is at Risk For an Arterial Embolism?
You may be at risk for an arterial embolism if you:
- smoke tobacco products
- have high blood pressure
- have had recent surgery
- have heart disease
- eat a diet high in cholesterol
- have an abnormally fast heart rate
What Are the Symptoms of Arterial Embolism?
The symptoms of this condition depend on the location of the embolism. If you have any of the follow symptoms, report them to your doctor at once.
Symptoms you may notice in an arm or leg after an embolism has formed:
- coldness
- lack of pulse
- lack of movement
- tingling or numbness
- pain or spasms in the muscles
- pale skin
- a feeling of weakness
These symptoms will likely be asymmetrical. They will only appear on the side of your body with the embolism.
Symptoms that may occur if an embolism is not treated or worsens:
- ulcers (open sores)
- an appearance of shedding skin
- tissue death
How Is an Arterial Embolism Diagnosed?
Your physician may check for a decrease in your pulse or heart rate. The lack of a local pulse may indicate tissue death. He may also use diagnostic and imaging tests to locate any embolisms present in your body.
Common tests include:
- angiogram – examines the blood vessels for abnormalities
- Doppler ultrasound – watches blood flow
- MRI – takes images of the body to locate blood clots
How Is an Arterial Embolism Treated?
Embolism treatment depends on the slize and location of the clot. It can involve medication, surgery, or both. The goal is to break up a clot and restore proper circulation.
Anticoagulants can be used to prevent blood clots.
Thrombolytics may be ordered to destroy existing emboli.
Intravenous pain medication may also be needed.
Angioplasty may be performed to bypass a clot. It is a technique used to open up blocked or narrowed blood vessels. A balloon catheter is inserted into an artery and guided to the clot. Once there, it is inflated to open up the blocked vessel. A stent may be used to support the repaired walls.
What Can Be Expected in the Long Term?
Your recovery will depend on how long you've had the embolism. The clot's location and severity are also factors.
Many people recover succesfully from emboli. However, treated embolisms can recur. There can be permanent damage to the affected area.
How Can an Arterial Embolism Be Prevented?
To help improve your blood circulation, you can:
- avoid smoking
- refrain from eating foods high in fats and cholesterol
- exercise several times a week


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So this morning the scale showed me up 3 lbs since Friday!! That, SUCKS!!!
My body is so extremely carb-sensitive that any kind of cheating is rewarded with major detriment, while adherence to the plan is lately rewarded with mere maintenance. Been stuck at the same level (yo-yo'ing up and down the same 3 lbs or so) for a year. Frickin' tired of it, too.
Anyhoo, I fasted 20.5 hrs from yesterday lunch to today lunch.
Broke the fast with leftover salmon salad, egg salad, and bell pepper/cuke slices. Some brie cheese, blueberries, champagne grapes and melon for dessert (sml amts of each). Black coffee (plus my two hnh coffees of the morning).
I should exercise today. Feeling quite sluggish.


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A few years back I was a staunch supporter of No More Heroes eventually I grabbed the second one though it sits on my wall of shame (that is , games I purchased but never even played). I had skipped out on shadows of the damned but in the last year or so another game has come to light from Goichi Suda's warped mind, this time with the help of a hollywood screenwriter and big time american publishing money. This latest title was called Lollipop Chainsaw and I could tell from the get go that the world design , characters and humour would be something right up my alley. Whatever brief gamplay vids I'd seen had me only slightly worried- see , I loved no more heroes but for reasons relating to almost everything other then the gameplay itself. It was a sloppy mess of a game with an entertaining world and characters.
I figured the same would be true with Lollipop Chainsaw and inevitably , shortly prior to it's release I decided "I will buy this game". I don't often buy games brand new unless it's something I intend to play the crap out of , the last 2 games I bought fit that bill. Mass Effect 3 was marathoned as much as I could (considering social obligations, sleep and work) in a couple weeks, diablo 3 was played heavily for around 3 weeks before I got a bit bored. Either way, I naturally figured that complaints on the games length would be a good thing for me, short games are finished faster, I'd rather have a short game that I completed then a long one languishing on my shelf for years.
Here's the problem though, I've played about 2 hours of Lollipop Chainsaw and... well I don't think I actually like it much at all. It may be the games difficulty, on top of the sloppy unresponsive combat controls the enemies tend to be damage sponges and assault you from all sides like a classic beat em up would. I just can't help but play this game and wonder - man if only this was actually fun to play this would be a great game! It's fun to watch, the humour from the games creators comes across quite nicely , I enjoy the world, the main bad guys each representing a different genre of music is a nice touch and the music in general works great. But the entire time I'm seeing all of this good awesome stuff I still have to fight with sloppy controls, mash buttons to take out a bunch of the same enemies over and over again , all the while getting interrupted by sloppy minigames in , so far, each stage. I'm only at stage 2 , checkpoint saved at what many online have pointed out is the worst part of the game- a zombie baseball minigame where your headless boyfriend is using a zombie body to walk the bases 3 times while you shoot zombies as they rise out of the grave, this would all be well and good but you have to actually complete this segment , the game doesn't offer a bonus for doing it well, it's just padded out the stage with this sequence that amounts to little more then a shooting gallery with , again, unresponsive controls that frustrate the player.
Basically, all the above said, it's just slightly annoying to go buy a new game that does so much well but falters where it matters most.


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Ian Stephenson b. 1934
T00706 Parachrome 1964
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Canvas, 84 x 84 (213.5 x 213.5).
Purchased from the artist through the New Art Centre (Grant-in-Aid) 1964.
Exh: New Art Centre, November–December 1964 (19, repr. on cover in colour).
Repr: Studio, CLXVIII, 1964, p. 275 (in colour).
Painted in the autumn of 1964, a 'further extension and enlargement in the giusti series [see Tate Gallery T00523: "giusti", so called after its maker's name, is an anatomical model], based on a non-chromatic écorché figure, especially part of the extreme limb' (letter from the artist, 16 January 1965).
Published in The Tate Gallery Report 1964–1965, London 1966.


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OUR Walmart Member Anthony Goytia's Statement on Walmart US Bill Simon Resignation
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Mr. Foran should work with OUR Walmart to improve jobs at our company so we have the opportunity to join the middle class, strengthen our company's bottom line and improve our nation's economy. That means Walmart should publicly commit to pay us a minimum of $25,000 a year, provide full-time work and end retaliation against those of us who speak out for better jobs."
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Sophie's looking at Chesney's birth certificate. She queries why there's no mention of his dad. Chesney's embarrassed and tries to make excuses. Living under the same roof is starting to get on both Emily's and Rita's nerves although neither wants to admit it. Chesney tries to find out who his real dad is but Cilla's no idea. Mike has a great time in the Rovers with all his friends and family. Danny's gutted knowing this will be Mike's last evening in the pub before going into a home. Norris throws a party in Rita's flat. Rita's upset to see he's re-arranged her furniture and cleared away all her knick knacks. Vernon tells Liz the vocalist of his band has just quit and they're having an emergency meeting. Jamie's surprised to find Sean's come clean and told everyone about his abortive date. Norris's party is a flop and everyone leaves early and heads for the Rovers. Only Blanche stays even though Bev apologises to her and offers her a free drink. Chesney asks Les if he'll adopt him as he's more of a dad to him than anyone else. Les is touched and agrees to do it. Danny comes to the decision that Mike would be best off in a nursing home. He doesn't tell Jamie.
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